US Kraft paper shipments decline 5.4% in August from year ago – AF&PA
The American Forest & Paper Association released its August 2011 Kraft Paper Sector Report today. Total Kraft paper shipments were 139.7 thousand tons, a decrease of 5.4% compared to August 2010. Total inventory was 71.9 thousand tons.
- Total Unbleached Kraft shipments decreased compared to August 2010, however year-to-date shipments were up compared to the same eight months last year.
- Total Bleached Kraft shipments were up compared to the same month last year for the fifth consecutive month.
Posted Date: 16th Sep 2011