AF&PA Releases April 2012 U.S. Recovered Fiber Monthly Report

Submitted: The Two Sides Team May 25, 2012

The American Forest & Paper Association released its April 2012 U.S. Recovered Fiber Monthly Report today. According to the report, total U.S. industry consumption of recovered paper in April was 2.48 million tons, 4% lower than March 2012. Year-to-date consumption in 2012 is 3% lower than during the same period last year.

May 24, 2012

AF & PA, WASHINGTON, DC

The American Forest & Paper Association released its May 2012 U.S. Recovered Fiber Monthly Report today.

According to the report, total U.S. industry consumption of recovered paper in May was 2.54 million tons, 3% higher than April 2012. Year-to-date consumption in 2012 is 3% lower than during the same period last year.

U.S. exports of recovered paper dropped 11% in April compared to March, with decreases mainly seen in Other Mechanical and Corrugated. Year-to-date exports of recovered paper in 2012 are 2% lower than during the same period in 2011.

The complete report with detailed tables, charts and historical data can be purchased by contacting Dina Menton at dina_menton@afandpa.org or 202-463-2710.