American boxboard production down 1.8 per cent in June

Total boxboard production decreased by 1.8% compared to June 2011 and decreased 0.7% from last month, according to the American Forest & Paper Association newly released June 2012 U.S. Paperboard Report yesterday. Unbleached Kraft Folding production increased over the same month last year, but decreased compared to last month. 

Total Solid Bleached Boxboard & Liner production decreased compared to June 2011 and remained flat compared to last month.  Recycled Folding production decreased compared to June 2011 and decreased slightly when compared to last month.