US-Pakistan Trade Talks Highlight Paper Products
Recent bilateral trade discussions between the US and Pakistan emphasized increasing exports of paper and paperboard products (HS Code 4802) from Pakistan to the US, focusing on products with over 10% mechanical or chemi-mechanical fiber content.
2023-10-15
Impact: This could lead to a rise in Pakistani paper exports to the US, potentially benefiting Pakistani manufacturers while increasing competition for US domestic producers.
US Importers Seek Pakistani Paperboard for Printing Needs
A consortium of US printing companies has expressed interest in sourcing paperboard from Pakistan due to competitive pricing and quality of mechanically processed fiber content products under HS Code 4802.
2023-09-22
Impact: Increased demand may boost Pakistani exports, strengthening trade ties, though logistics and supply chain reliability remain concerns.
Pakistan Paper Industry Eyes US Market Expansion
Pakistan’s paper industry, particularly producers of writing and printing paper with significant mechanical fiber content (HS Code 4802), is targeting the US market amid growing demand for sustainable materials.
2023-08-10
Impact: Potential growth in trade volume, though US tariff policies and environmental regulations could pose challenges to market entry.
