The India wood pulp market size reached USD 15.70 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 19.70 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.30% during 2025-2033. The rising demand for sustainable packaging, increasing adoption in the textile sector for viscose fiber production, government initiatives promoting domestic pulp manufacturing, and growing environmental concerns boosting recycled pulp usage are supporting the market expansion.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 15.70 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 19.70 Billion |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 2.30% |
The growing emphasis on environmental sustainability has fueled demand for eco-friendly packaging materials in India, particularly wood pulp-based packaging, which is biodegradable and recyclable. The pulp & paper market in India is projected to reach $5.8 billion by 2025, with a CAGR of 3.45% from 2025 to 2029, highlighting the increasing reliance on wood pulp for packaging applications. Packaging paper, a key segment within this industry, holds over 35% of the market share and is widely used in consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and e-commerce. The rise of organized retail and online shopping has further driven demand, reinforcing the critical role of wood pulp-based packaging. Additionally, global market factors are influencing the Indian business. Prices in the worldwide pulp market fell sharply in 2023, with hardwood pulp down 32% and softwood pulp down 24% due to excess and insufficient demand. This price drop has made wood pulp more affordable for Indian businesses, boosting its use in environmentally friendly packaging solutions. The convergence of these variables establishes wood pulp-based packaging as a significant driver of India's transition to sustainable and environmentally friendly materials.
India’s booming e-commerce sector is driving significant demand for wood pulp-based packaging materials. The country’s e-commerce market is expected to reach US$ 325 billion by 2030, supported by around 500 million shoppers and increasing internet penetration, especially in rural areas. As online retail expands, the need for sustainable and reliable packaging solutions has intensified. Wood pulp-based packaging plays a crucial role in supporting e-commerce logistics due to its versatility and eco-friendliness, aligning with companies' efforts to reduce their environmental impact. Additionally, India's tissue paper market is projected to grow at an annual rate of 13%, surpassing both global and Asian averages. This growth is driven by government initiatives such as the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, which promotes hygiene and improved sanitation practices. Economic factors, including a rising affluent population, are also fueling demand across various sectors like leisure, hospitality, recreation, food, durables, retail, and medical services. With these strong growth trends, the wood pulp market in India is poised for significant expansion, reflecting broader economic and consumer behavior shifts.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region/country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, grade, and end-use industry.
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes hardwood and softwood.
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the grade have also been provided in the report. This includes mechanical, chemical, semi-chemical, and others.
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use industry. This includes packaging (food and beverages, pharmaceutical, personal care and cosmetics, automotive, and others), paper (newspaper, books and magazines, tissues, and others), and others.
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Billion USD |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Hardwood, Softwood |
Grades Covered | Mechanical, Chemical, Semi-Chemical, Others |
End Use Industries Covered |
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Regions Covered | North India, South India, East India, West India |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |