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AF&PA Applauds Overdue EPA Regulatory Reconsiderations

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AF&PA Applauds Overdue EPA Regulatory Reconsiderations

We deeply appreciate the Administration recognizing that the complexity and volume of these regulations failed to balance costs and benefits, disregarded the best available…
AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

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AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

While we recognize the Administration’s goals of securing our borders, AF&PA remains concerned that today’s new North American tariffs have potential to seriously disrupt our…
AF&PA Responds to Section 232 Investigation on Lumber and Timber

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AF&PA Responds to Section 232 Investigation on Lumber and Timber

AF&PA will seek to work with the Administration through the 232 process, especially in regards to the Order’s mention of ‘derivative’ paper products.
AF&PA Congratulates U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer

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AF&PA Congratulates U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer

We congratulate Mr. Greer on his confirmation to serve as U.S. Trade Representative.

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AF&PA Applauds Overdue EPA Regulatory Reconsiderations

March 12, 2025
AF&PA Applauds Overdue EPA Regulatory Reconsiderations
We deeply appreciate the Administration recognizing that the complexity and volume of these regulations failed to balance costs and benefits, disregarded the best available science, and posed significant challenges for our industry.
Energy & Environment
Regulatory Reform

Press Release

AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

March 4, 2025
AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
While we recognize the Administration’s goals of securing our borders, AF&PA remains concerned that today’s new North American tariffs have potential to seriously disrupt our industry’s complex, cross-border supply chains.
Business Impact
International Trade

Press Release

AF&PA Responds to Section 232 Investigation on Lumber and Timber

March 3, 2025
AF&PA Responds to Section 232 Investigation on Lumber and Timber
AF&PA will seek to work with the Administration through the 232 process, especially in regards to the Order’s mention of ‘derivative’ paper products.
Business Impact
International Trade

Recycling Q&A

How Much Cardboard is Recycled?

February 28, 2025
How Much Cardboard is Recycled?
Nearly 33 million tons of cardboard was recycled in 2023. The cardboard recycling rate was 71% -76%.
Recycling
Packaging

Press Release

AF&PA Congratulates U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer

February 26, 2025
AF&PA Congratulates U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer
We congratulate Mr. Greer on his confirmation to serve as U.S. Trade Representative.
Business Impact
International Trade

Update in Brief

What is Paper Made From?

February 20, 2025
What is Paper Made From?
Manufacturing different products is a lot like following a recipe. The U.S. paper industry uses a balance of fresh wood pulp and recycled paper pulp to make products. Fresh wood pulp comes from sustainably managed forests. 
Paper
Packaging
Pulp
Tissue

Press Release

AF&PA Congratulates U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick

February 19, 2025
AF&PA Congratulates U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick
We congratulate Mr. Lutnick on his confirmation to serve as U.S. Secretary of Commerce. 
Business Impact
International Trade

Press Release

AF&PA Releases January 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

February 18, 2025
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in January increased 4% compared to January 2024. 
Statistics
Paper
Packaging

Press Release

AF&PA Releases January 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

February 18, 2025
According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 7% in January compared to January 2024.
Statistics
Paper
Packaging

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AF&PA Elects PCA’s Mark Kowlzan as Board Chair

February 3, 2025
AF&PA introduced Packaging Corporation of America Chairman & CEO Mark Kowlzan as the incoming Board Chair. We also welcomed 6 company members and 2 associate members to the Association’s membership.

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AF&PA Responds to Executive Orders Imposing Tariffs on Mexico and Canada

February 1, 2025
AF&PA Responds to Executive Orders Imposing Tariffs on Mexico and Canada
AF&PA issued a statement regarding President Donald Trump’s announcement of 25% tariffs on all products from Canada and Mexico.
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AF&PA Releases Q4 2024 Containerboard Quarterly Report

January 31, 2025
According to the report, total Containerboard production in Q4 increased 1% compared to Q4 2023. It was up 5% when compared to the same 12 months of 2023. 
Statistics
Packaging
Paper