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Ecuador

The paper and packaging market of Ecuador

The Ecuadorian packaging sector is characterized by ongoing integration of agro-export requirements and automation, supported by recent industrial activity. Smurfit Westrock has recently expanded its presence in the country through the acquisition of Cartomanabí, adding over 50,000 tons of annual corrugated capacity. Market participation is further shaped by import volumes of paper and board, which reached 391.99 million USD in 2024.

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Ecuador

Market size

$0.9 B

+3.1% vs 2025

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Mills

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Companies

2,970

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Direct jobs

0.6 M t

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Output

56%

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Recycling rate

Market size evolution

USD Billion · 2020 – 2026

End-use segments (2026)

Share of market value

Corrugated48%

Folding cartons12%

Consumer16%

Industrial16%

Other8%

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Suzano

Pulp

🇧🇷São Paulo, Brazil

Headquarters: São Paulo, Brazil

Suzano S.A. is the world's largest producer of market pulp and one of the leading global producers of eucalyptus-based paper and renewable fiber materials. Founded in Brazil in 1924, the company operates a highly integrated business model covering eucalyptus forestry, pulp production, printing and writing papers, paperboard, specialty papers and fiber-based packaging materials. Suzano has approximately 13.4 million tonnes per year of market pulp capacity and operates some of the world's largest eucalyptus pulp facilities, including the 2.55-million-tonne Ribas do Rio Pardo mill, the world's largest single-line pulp production facility. The company is expanding strongly in fiber-based packaging through specialty solutions including Bluecup paperboard, Greenpack flexible packaging papers, Greenbag bag papers and Loop straw papers. Its acquisition of the Pine Bluff and Waynesville mills in the United States added approximately 420,000 tonnes of integrated paperboard capacity and established Suzano as a significant North American supplier of liquid packaging board and foodservice paperboard.

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Arnem

🇪🇨Quito, ecuador

Boxmakers

Arnem has over 25 years of experience in converting corrugated cardboard into boxes, packaging, and accessories. They offer a variety of products, including regular boxes, die-cut boxes, partitions, and more, catering to diverse packaging needs.

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🇪🇨Quito, ecuador

Arnem S.A.

🇪🇨Quito, ecuador

Boxmakers

Arnem S.A. has been providing corrugated cardboard packaging solutions for over 25 years, offering a range of products including regular boxes, die-cut boxes, partitions, and custom designs. They emphasize quality, service, and customer satisfaction.

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🇪🇨Quito, ecuador

Arnem S.A.

🇪🇨Quito, ecuador

Boxmakers

Arnem S.A. is a family-owned company based in Quito, Ecuador, specializing in the conversion of corrugated cardboard into packaging solutions. With over 25 years of experience, they offer a range of products including regular boxes, die-cut boxes, partitions, and custom die-cutting services.

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🇪🇨Quito, ecuador

Cartogar

🇪🇨El Carmen, ecuador

Anilox

Cartogar is an Ecuadorian company specializing in the production of corrugated cardboard packaging solutions. Established in 2015, they are committed to delivering high-quality products and fostering long-term relationships with clients.

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🇪🇨El Carmen, ecuador

Cartogar S.A.

🇪🇨El Carmen, ecuador

Adhesives Corrugated

Cartogar S.A. specializes in transforming paper into high-quality corrugated board packaging solutions, committed to innovation, quality, and environmental responsibility.

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🇪🇨El Carmen, ecuador

Cartomanabi S.A.

🇪🇨Portoviejo, ecuador

Cartonboard

Cartomanabi S.A. is an Ecuadorian company specializing in the production of high-quality corrugated cardboard. They offer a range of packaging solutions for various industries, emphasizing quality and customer service.

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🇪🇨Portoviejo, ecuador

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