Core Insights - The production and consumption of corrugated cardboard in China are showing a wave-like upward trend, but the gap between production and consumption is widening [3] - In 2022, the production volume of corrugated cardboard was 28.1 million tons, a growth of 0.18% year-on-year, while the consumption volume was 31.59 million tons, a decline of 1.16% year-on-year [3] - The average annual growth rate of production from 2013 to 2022 was 3.62%, while the consumption growth rate was 4.61% [3] Trade Dynamics - China has been in a trade deficit regarding corrugated cardboard in recent years; in 2022, imports were 3.6 million tons, a decrease of 9.77% year-on-year, while exports were 110,000 tons, an increase of 37.50% [4] - The net import volume was 3.49 million tons [4] Research Methodology - The research team utilized a combination of desktop research, quantitative surveys, and qualitative analysis to comprehensively analyze the overall market capacity, industry chain, operational characteristics, profitability, and business models of the corrugated cardboard industry [6] - Various analytical models such as SCP, SWOT, PEST, regression analysis, and SPACE matrix were employed to assess market environment, industry policies, competitive landscape, technological innovations, market risks, industry barriers, opportunities, and challenges [6] Future Projections - A detailed report titled "2025-2031 China Corrugated Cardboard Industry Market Demand Forecast and Investment Planning Recommendations" has been prepared to provide important references for investment decisions, strategic planning, and industry research for enterprises, research institutions, and investment organizations [6]