South Indian box makers announce 20% carton price hike amid cost pressures

South Indian corrugated box manufacturers have raised carton box prices by 20% after sharp increases in kraft paper costs, tightening supply and mounting operational pressures squeezed converter margins, with industry leaders warning that liquidity challenges and delayed GST refunds are adding further strain across the packaging supply chain

by Kamakshi Vyas-Fernandes, PrintWeek MUMBAI