The U.S. paper industry makes products essential for everyday life.
The U.S. forest products industry is a major national employer, and is among the top 10 manufacturing employers in 43 states. The industry directly employs around 925,000 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 5% of manufacturing GDP.[1]