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AF&PA Statement on Litigation Challenging California’s SB 54

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AF&PA Statement on Litigation Challenging California’s SB 54

AF&PA issued a statement latest development in CLFP v. Bonta litigation which seeks to add challenges related to California’s SB 54. California should recognize paper’s strong…
Americans Overwhelmingly Oppose SEC’s Regulation E-Delivery

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Americans Overwhelmingly Oppose SEC’s Regulation E-Delivery

Over 100,000 Americans filed comments in opposition to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed Regulation E-Delivery
U.S. Tissue Supply Remains Strong Amid Recent Tariff Updates

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U.S. Tissue Supply Remains Strong Amid Recent Tariff Updates

Toilet paper and other tissue products are not subject to the 50% tariff on Canadian goods coming into the United States.
How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2025?

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How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2025?

In 2025, the U.S. recycled around 45 million tons of paper. The U.S. paper recycling rate was 61-65%, and the cardboard recycling rate was 70-75%. 

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AF&PA Releases September 2026 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

October 19, 2026
According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 9% in September compared to September 2025. 
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Releases September 2026 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

October 19, 2026
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in September increased 2% compared to September 2025. They were up 4% when compared to the same 9 months of 2025.
Statistics
Packaging

Press Release

AF&PA Statement on Litigation Challenging California’s SB 54

October 9, 2026
AF&PA Statement on Litigation Challenging California’s SB 54
AF&PA issued a statement latest development in CLFP v. Bonta litigation which seeks to add challenges related to California’s SB 54. California should recognize paper’s strong recycling record and pursue a more practical approach.
EPR
Recycling

Recycling Q&A

Can You Recycle Toilet Paper Tubes?

October 6, 2026
Can You Recycle Toilet Paper Tubes?
Yes. Toilet paper tubes can be recycled. Toilet paper tubes are typically made from paper and are recyclable.
Recycling
Packaging

Press Release

Americans Overwhelmingly Oppose SEC’s Regulation E-Delivery

September 25, 2026
Americans Overwhelmingly Oppose SEC’s Regulation E-Delivery
Over 100,000 Americans filed comments in opposition to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed Regulation E-Delivery
Marketplace Sustainability
Paper Options
Paper

Press Release

AF&PA Releases August 2026 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

September 17, 2026
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in August increased 4% compared to August 2025. They were up 5% when compared to the same 8 months of 2025.
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Packaging

Press Release

AF&PA Releases August 2026 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

September 17, 2026
According to the report, total printing‑writing paper shipments decreased 7% in August compared to August 2025. Total printing‑writing paper inventory levels increased 1% when compared to July 2026. 
Statistics
Paper

Update in Brief

U.S. Tissue Supply Remains Strong Amid Recent Tariff Updates

September 15, 2026
U.S. Tissue Supply Remains Strong Amid Recent Tariff Updates
Toilet paper and other tissue products are not subject to the 50% tariff on Canadian goods coming into the United States.
Business Impact
Tissue

Industry Explainer

Why Must Commercial Recycling Be Excluded from EPR Programs?

September 8, 2026
Why Must Commercial Recycling Be Excluded from EPR Programs?
Including commercial packaging recycling in EPR programs would require businesses to pay into a system they do not use and do not need. Including it in EPR ultimately raises costs without improving paper recycling outcomes. 
Recycling
EPR

Recycling Q&A

How Much Cardboard is Recycled?

August 31, 2026
How Much Cardboard is Recycled?
More than 33 million tons of cardboard was recycled in 2024. The cardboard recycling rate was 69% -74%.
Recycling
Packaging

Recycling Q&A

Can I Recycle a Greasy Pizza Box?

August 31, 2026
Can I Recycle a Greasy Pizza Box?
Grease and cheese in an amount typically found on pizza boxes are not an issue for the recycling process. 82% of Americans have access to a community recycling program that accepts pizza boxes.
Recycling
Packaging

Recycling Q&A

Does Paper Actually Get Recycled? The Industry Answers

August 31, 2026
Does Paper Actually Get Recycled? The Industry Answers
Yes, paper gets recycled! Today, more than 2/3 of all paper recycled in the U.S. is turned into new products Americans rely on at mills nationwide.
Recycling
Packaging
Paper