North American Coated Paper July Ships

As reported by the Pulp & Products Council, July North American coated mechanical shipments rose +0.3% in July as compared to the same period last year. Demand increased +2.5% and imports jumped +39.8%. The operating rate was 90%. Coated woodfree shipments for the month fell -0.9%, demand decreased -1.6% and imports declined -26.2%. The operating rate was 88%.