(Weymouth, MA) September 21, 2005…China’s paper industry is the second largest in the world, with its paper production and consumption exceeding that of Japan. The copier paper market segment in China is no exception. This segment is expected to grow through 2008 with sales reaching 790,000 tons, representing revenues of ¥7,141,000,000. 

“Such robust growth can be attributed to China’s soaring economy, which has brought about an information explosion, and increased the need for papers,” commented Merilyn Dunn, a Director at InfoTrends/CAP Ventures. “Because the installed base of output equipment such as copiers, printers, electrographic devices, and integrated multifunctional office machines is expanding rapidly, the Chinese copier paper market is expected to continue growing at a rate of 20% between 2002 and 2008.”

To examine this dynamic region, InfoTrends/CAP Ventures announces the release of a new research report entitled China Copier Paper Market Report.This landmark study examines the copier paper industry for plain paper copiers in mainland China. The report provides market estimates for 2002 and 2003, as well as a forecast for 2004 through 2008.

Details of the report include:

• An overview of the Chinese printing paper market
• Background and market outlook for the Chinese copier paper market
• The overall size of the Chinese copier paper market from 2003-2008 by paper weight, paper size, manufacturer, and distribution channels
• Market size and brand share by the five regions of mainland China
• Detailed profiles of major manufacturers, including their volumes and distribution channels
• The average retail price of copier paper in China’s three main cities, by manufacturer, brand, size, and weight

Research for the comprehensive report consisted of face-to-face interviews and telephone interviews conducted between May 2004 and July 2004.The research included interviews with 16 copier paper manufacturers in China along with branch offices, 22 major paper merchants, and 2 paper industry associations (Paper Manufacturer Association of China/Printing and Printing Equipment Industries Association of China). Extensive desk research was also conducted for this study. 

The report is available for purchase immediately. For more information about the report or to make a purchase, visit our online store or contact Alison Hipp at , ext. 126 or .