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AF&PA Responds to Latest EUDR Proposal

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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. 
Is a Pizza Box Recyclable?

Recycling Q&A

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. 
AF&PA Calls on EU to Address Non-Tariff Trade Barriers Following Proposal to Delay EUDR Implementation

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AF&PA Calls on EU to Address Non-Tariff Trade Barriers Following Proposal to Delay EUDR Implementation

AF&PA welcomes a delay and urges the EU to use this period to address more fundamental problems with the EUDR beyond IT system limitations. 
How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2024?

Update in Brief

How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2024?

In 2024, around 46 million tons of paper was recycled. The paper recycling rate was 60%-64% and the cardboard recycling rate was 69%-74%.

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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

Press Release

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

Press Release

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

Press Release

AF&PA Releases September 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

October 16, 2025
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in September increased 9% compared to September 2024. 
Statistics

Press Release

AF&PA Calls on EU to Address Non-Tariff Trade Barriers Following Proposal to Delay EUDR Implementation

September 24, 2025
AF&PA Calls on EU to Address Non-Tariff Trade Barriers Following Proposal to Delay EUDR Implementation
AF&PA welcomes a delay and urges the EU to use this period to address more fundamental problems with the EUDR beyond IT system limitations. 
International Trade
Business Impact

Press Release

AF&PA Releases August 2025 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

September 17, 2025
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in August increased 5% compared to August 2024. They were down 1% when compared to the same 8 months of 2024.
Statistics
Packaging

Recycling Q&A

Can You Recycle Cardboard with Tape on It?

September 16, 2025
Can You Recycle Cardboard with Tape on It?
Good news! You don't need to remove tape from a cardboard box. Tape and shipping labels do not interfere with the recycling process. 
Recycling
Packaging

Press Release

AF&PA Congratulates Assistant Administrator Jessica Kramer, Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Water

September 15, 2025
AF&PA Congratulates Assistant Administrator Jessica Kramer, Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Water
Ms. Kramer brings strong experience to this role, and we look forward to working with her on water policy grounded in a durable, legally and scientifically sound framework.
Water
Energy & Environment

Recycling Q&A

Can You Recycle Birthday Cards?

August 25, 2025
Can You Recycle Birthday Cards?
Yes, birthday cards and envelopes made of paper are usually okay to recycle.
Recycling
Paper

Press Release

AF&PA Releases July 2025 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

August 18, 2025
Total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 8% in July compared to July 2024.
Statistics
Paper