The GCC stone paper market size reached USD 256.1 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 936.6 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 14.72% during 2025-2033.
Stone paper refers to a white-colored paper variant that is primarily manufactured by combining calcium carbonate (limestone) and high-density polyethylene resin (HDPE). It is non-toxic, fire-, grease- and water-resistant, food-safe, recyclable, etc. Stone paper is an ecologically sustainable alternative of conventional paper as it is derived from naturally-occurring limestone, thereby limiting the dependency on wood. As a result, it finds extensive applications in the manufacturing of packaging materials, stationery goods, adhesives, cutlery, etc.
In the GCC region, the rising environmental concerns towards continuous depletion of natural timber for paper production are primarily driving the demand for eco-friendly alternatives, such as stone paper. Additionally, the wide availability of limestone in the region due to favorable geographic conditions is also propelling the market for stone paper. Furthermore, the limited presence of forest cover and inadequate water resources across the GCC countries are augmenting the demand for stone paper as a dependable substitute for conventional paper. Apart from this, the expanding packaging industry is further catalyzing the demand for stone paper in producing various packaging materials, including pouches, bags, boxes, etc. Additionally, the growing consumer awareness towards the recyclable and eco-friendly nature of stone paper is also bolstering its usage in the printing sector. In the coming years, the declining usage of single-use plastic products will further continue to drive the demand for stone paper-based bags and food containers in the GCC region.
Key Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the GCC stone paper market report, along with forecasts at the regional and country levels from 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on application.
Breakup by Application:
- Packaging
- Printing and Writing
- Others
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- Qatar
- Kuwait
- Oman
- Bahrain
The competitive landscape of the market is characterized by the presence of numerous small and large manufacturers who compete in terms of prices and quality. Some of the leading players operating in the market are Azerbaijan Green Paper Company, Hangzhou Gerson Paper Co. Ltd, Pishgaman Sanat Sabz Company, Shanxi Uni-Moon Lungmeng Green Paper Co. Ltd., Shenzhen Stone Paper New Materials Co. Ltd, Taiwan Lung Meng Technology Corporation Limited and TBM Co. Ltd.
Key Questions Answered in This Report:
How has the GCC stone paper market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the GCC stone paper market?
What are the key regional markets?
What is the breakup of the market based on the application?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the industry?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the industry?
What is the structure of the GCC stone paper market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the industry?
- 1 Preface
- 2 Scope and Methodology
- 2.1 Objectives of the Study
- 2.2 Stakeholders
- 2.3 Data Sources
- 2.3.1 Primary Sources
- 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
- 2.4 Market Estimation
- 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
- 2.5 Forecasting Methodology
- 3 Executive Summary
- 4 Global Stone Paper Market
- 4.1 Market Overview
- 4.2 Market Trends
- 4.3 Market Breakup by Region
- 4.4 Market Forecast
- 5 GCC Stone Paper Market
- 5.1 Overview
- 5.2 Key Industry Developments
- 5.3 Market Performance
- 5.3.1 Market Overview
- 5.3.2 Market Trends
- 5.3.3 Market Forecast
- 5.4 Impact of COVID-19
- 5.5 List of Technology and Equipment Suppliers
- 5.6 List of Feed Suppliers
- 5.7 List of EPC Companies
- 6 GCC Stone Paper Market: Breakup by Application
- 6.1 Packaging
- 6.1.1 Market Trends
- 6.1.2 Market Forecast
- 6.2 Printing and Writing
- 6.2.1 Market Trends
- 6.2.2 Market Forecast
- 6.3 Others
- 6.3.1 Market Trends
- 6.3.2 Market Forecast
- 7 GCC Stone Paper Market: Breakup by Country
- 7.1 Saudi Arabia
- 7.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.1.2 Market Breakup by Application
- 7.1.3 Market Forecast
- 7.2 United Arab Emirates
- 7.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.2.2 Market Breakup by Application
- 7.2.3 Market Forecast
- 7.3 Qatar
- 7.3.1 Market Trends
- 7.3.2 Market Breakup by Application
- 7.3.3 Market Forecast
- 7.4 Kuwait
- 7.4.1 Market Trends
- 7.4.2 Market Breakup by Application
- 7.4.3 Market Forecast
- 7.5 Oman
- 7.5.1 Market Trends
- 7.5.2 Market Breakup by Application
- 7.5.3 Market Forecast
- 7.6 Bahrain
- 7.6.1 Market Trends
- 7.6.2 Market Breakup by Application
- 7.6.3 Market Forecast
- 8 GCC Stone Paper Industry: SWOT Analysis
- 8.1 Overview
- 8.2 Strengths
- 8.3 Weaknesses
- 8.4 Opportunities
- 8.5 Threats
- 9 GCC Stone Paper Industry: Value Chain Analysis
- 10 GCC Stone Paper Industry: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 10.1 Overview
- 10.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 10.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 10.4 Degree of Competition
- 10.5 Threat of New Entrants
- 10.6 Threat of Substitutes
- 11 Competitive Landscape
- 11.1 Market Structure
- 11.2 Key Players
- 11.3 Economical Scale Capacity for New Plant in Saudi Arabia
- 11.4 Technical Specifications for Raw Materials
- 11.5 Key Success Factors
- 11.6 Key Players Profiles
- 11.6.1 Azerbaijan Green Paper Company
- 11.6.2 Hangzhou Gerson Paper Co. Ltd
- 11.6.3 Pishgaman Sanat Sabz Company
- 11.6.4 Shanxi Uni-Moon Lungmeng Green Paper Co. Ltd.
- 11.6.5 Shenzhen Stone Paper New Materials Co. Ltd
- 11.6.6 Taiwan Lung Meng Technology Corporation Limited
- 11.6.7 TBM Co. Ltd.
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