Manufacture of paper and paperboard

This category includes the manufacture of pulp, paper and paperboard, as well as their conversion into finished products. Essentially, any business that produces paper or paper products, from packaging to sanitary items, falls under this category.

Included Activities & Applicability

✅ Manufacture of pulp Manufacture of paper and paperboard Manufacture of paper and paperboard products (boxes
✅ sacks
✅ toilet paper
✅ napkins
✅ etc.) Processing of paper and paperboard by printing
✅ cutting
✅ folding Manufacture of wallpaper Manufacture of paper labels

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

❌ Printing of paper products (editorial
❌ advertising) – classified under Division 18 Manufacture of plastic packaging – classified under Division 22 Manufacture of paper toys – classified under Division 32 Recycling of paper – classified under Division 38

Subordinate Structure

171 Manufacture of paper and paperboard

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1711 Manufacture of pulp

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1712 Manufacture of paper and paperboard

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172 Manufacture of household and sanitary products, of paper or paperboard

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1721 Manufacture of corrugated paper and paperboard and of containers of paper and paperboard

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1722 Manufacture of household and sanitary products, of paper or paperboard

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1723 Manufacture of stationery articles

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1724 Manufacture of wallpaper

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1725 Manufacture of other articles of paper and paperboard n.e.c.

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Detailed Analysis & Commercial Insights

The paper and paperboard industry is an essential economic sector, with deep roots in global economic history and a major impact on other fields. In Romania, this division has undergone significant transformations after 1990, transitioning from a centralized structure to a market-oriented one. Currently, domestic producers face challenges related to high energy and raw material costs, as well as external competition. Nevertheless, the growth of e-commerce and the need for sustainable packaging have opened new opportunities. Entrepreneurs in this sector must invest in eco-friendly and energy-efficient technologies to remain competitive. Furthermore, paper recycling plays an increasingly important role, integrating into the circular economy. The medium-term outlook is favorable, given the constant demand for hygiene products and packaging, but adaptability to trends such as digitalization and sustainability will be the key to success.