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AF&PA Statement on SEC Regulation E-Delivery Proposal

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AF&PA Statement on SEC Regulation E-Delivery Proposal

The SEC's proposed Regulation E-Delivery would sideline paper communications millions rely on for critical financial information.
AF&PA Responds to Court Decision Blocking Enforcement of California SB 343

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AF&PA Responds to Court Decision Blocking Enforcement of California SB 343

American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) Vice President of Government Affairs Julie Landry released the following statement on a federal judge granting a preliminary…
Joint Statement from the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association on the Longview Tragedy

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Joint Statement from the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association on the Longview Tragedy

The following statement was issued by representatives of the American Forest & Paper Association and the Northwest Pulp & Paper Association.
How Wood Chips Become Paper

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How Wood Chips Become Paper

The chemical pulping process is commonly referred to as kraft pulping. The kraft pulping process uses 3 main chemical liquids called liquors — white, black and green — to turn…

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AF&PA Releases November 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

December 16, 2025
According to the report, total printing-writing paper year‑to‑date shipments decreased 8% in November compared to November 2024, yet the YTD operating rate is nearly 4 points higher in 2025 compared to 2024.
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Releases November 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

December 15, 2025
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in November decreased 10% compared to October, though they were up 1% from November 2024.
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Packaging

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AF&PA Releases October 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

November 19, 2025
Total packaging papers and specialty packaging shipments in October increased 9% compared to October 2024. They were up 1% when compared to the same 10 months of 2024. 
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Packaging

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AF&PA Releases October 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

November 19, 2025
Total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 14% in October compared to October 2024. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels decreased 2% when compared to September 2025.
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Paper

Industry Explainer

The Facts About EPR Legislation in New York

November 19, 2025
The Facts About EPR Legislation in New York
Extended producer responsibility isn't the answer in New York. It could raise prices for families. AF&PA EPR efforts that include paper and paper packaging.
EPR
Recycling

Recycling Q&A

Can Coffee Cups Be Recycled?

November 18, 2025
Can Coffee Cups Be Recycled?
If you’re wondering if paper coffee cups can be recycled, the answer is yes! Paper mills across North American can recycle them.
Recycling
Packaging

Recycling Q&A

How to Recycle Paper During the Holiday Season

November 5, 2025
How to Recycle Paper During the Holiday Season
Tips to recycle your paper and packaging during the holiday season.
Recycling

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AF&PA Releases Q3 2025 Boxboard Quarterly Report

October 31, 2025
Total Boxboard production in Q3 decreased 2% compared to Q3 2024. The boxboard operating rate was 88.7%, down 1.7 points from the same quarter last year.
Statistics
Packaging

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AF&PA Releases Q3 2025 Containerboard Quarterly Report

October 31, 2025
Total Containerboard production in Q3 decreased 3.1% compared to Q3 2024. It was down 3% when compared to the same 9 months of 2024.
Statistics
Packaging

Recycling Q&A

Is a Pizza Box Recyclable?

October 23, 2025
Is a Pizza Box Recyclable?
Yes, pizza boxes are recyclable. A study found that typical amounts of grease and cheese on pizza boxes are not a problem for paper mills. 
Recycling
Packaging

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AF&PA Responds to Latest EUDR Proposal

October 21, 2025
AF&PA Responds to Latest EUDR Proposal
Today’s U-turn announcement from the EU Commission is detrimental to the transatlantic trade of U.S. pulp and paper products. 
Business Impact
International Trade

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AF&PA Releases September 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

October 16, 2025
Total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 9% in September compared to September 2024. 
Statistics