Manufacture of articles of paper and paperboard

NACE v2.0 Code: C17.2

About manufacture of articles of paper and paperboard

NACE code 17.2 covers the manufacture of a wide range of paper and paperboard products, which are essential components in various industries and daily life. This sector plays a crucial role in the global economy, providing raw materials and packaging solutions for a diverse range of sectors, from publishing and printing to e-commerce and logistics. The manufacture of articles of paper and paperboard is a significant contributor to economic growth, employment, and sustainability initiatives as the industry continues to evolve and adapt to changing market demands.

Production process

The production of paper and paperboard articles typically involves a series of well-established processes. The primary raw material, wood pulp, is obtained through mechanical, chemical, or a combination of both pulping methods. The pulp is then refined, bleached, and formed into sheets or rolls of paper or paperboard using specialized machinery. Depending on the desired product, additional finishing processes such as coating, laminating, or embossing may be applied to enhance the paper's properties and functionality.

Production inputs

The manufacture of articles of paper and paperboard relies on several key inputs, including wood pulp, recycled paper, and various chemical additives. Specialized machinery, such as paper machines, calendering equipment, and converting machinery, are essential for the production process. Additionally, energy sources, water, and skilled labor are important inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of NACE code 17.2 include a diverse range of paper and paperboard products, such as 17.21 Manufacture of corrugated paper and paperboard, and of containers of paper and paperboard, 17.22 Manufacture of household and sanitary goods and of toilet requisites, 17.23 Manufacture of paper stationery, and 17.24 Manufacture of wallpaper. These outputs are then consumed by various other industries, including 16.10 Sawmilling and planing of wood, 18.11 Printing of newspapers, and 46.76 Wholesale of other intermediate products, among others.

Revisions to 17.2

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 17.2. The most recent 1 version of this code (17.2) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 17.2 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (17.2).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
170ISIC v4.0Manufacture of paper and paper products

Family tree for manufacture of articles of paper and paperboard 

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17'>17: Manufacture of paper and paper products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17/2'>17.2: Manufacture of articles of paper and paperboard </a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17/1'>17.1: Manufacture of pulp, paper and paperboard</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17/21'>17.21: Manufacture of corrugated paper and paperboard and of containers of paper and paperboard</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17/22'>17.22: Manufacture of household and sanitary goods and of toilet requisites</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17/23'>17.23: Manufacture of paper stationery</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17/24'>17.24: Manufacture of wallpaper</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17/29'>17.29: Manufacture of other articles of paper and paperboard</a>"]


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