The U.S. paper industry makes products essential for everyday life – U.S.6

The U.S. paper industry makes products essential for everyday life.

The U.S. paper industry is a major national employer, and is among the top 10 manufacturing employers in 45 states. The industry directly employs nearly 950,000 people and supports more than 2 million additional jobs throughout the supply chain. The forest products industry is a major contributor to the U.S. economy, representing approximately 4% of manufacturing GDP.[1]

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American Forest and Paper Association, 2022

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