Hankuk Paper (027970) and Daeyoung Packaging (014160) both traded near new lows on May 29–31, 2026, alongside broader weakness in the Korean paper and packaging sector. This post translates that signal into a Q2 2026 procurement checklist for box and containerboard buyers.
A practical guide for Korean paper and packaging companies on translating U.S. tariff pressure and low-priced Chinese paper supply into export packaging quotations, sourcing, lead-time terms, and market diversification strategy.
A practical request package for small and medium-sized manufacturers starting PPWR preparation: material composition, weight and dimensions, restricted-substance evidence, supplier records, and technical documentation readiness.
KOREA PACK & ICPI WEEK 2026 ran from March 31 to April 3 at KINTEX with 1,500 companies from 24 countries across 5,000 booths. Sustainability, automation, and digital transformation framed the show. Here is what it means for Korean packaging exports.