Korea

Packaging professionals reviewing transaction-term documents in a corrugated box plant

Korea's SME Cooperative Consultation-Request Proposal: A Transaction-Terms Preparation Sheet for Corrugated Suppliers

Korea is considering a consultation-request right for SME cooperatives. This guide separates the proposal from enacted law and provides a preparation sheet for price, lead-time and minimum-order discussions.

Korea corrugated containerboard market recovery May 2026

40 Days After Fire and Accident: Korea's Corrugated Containerboard Market Recovery (May 2026)

Aseahi Paper’s Sejong plant resumed operations on April 20, while Korea Export Packaging’s Osan fire recovery drags on. A D+40 update on inventory, prices, price negotiations, and remaining risks.

Pulp price surge and Korean paper industry pressure

Pulp Hits the Ceiling Again: FX, Freight, and Fines Crush Korea's Paper Industry in 2026

International pulp prices are up over 20% year-on-year. With the won at ₩1,500/USD, container freight up 30%, and a ₩338.3B antitrust fine on top, Korea’s paper industry is facing a four-front squeeze.