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Global Molded Fiber Benchmarking Program

The Industry's First Global Benchmarking Report Is Now Available

For the first time, the molded fiber industry has access to global benchmarking data. 

Developed through participation by manufacturers worldwide, IMFA's inaugural benchmarking initiative provides unprecedented insight into industry sentiment, production trends, investment activity, workforce outlook, and future growth expectations. 

The completed reports constitute the first coordinated benchmarking dataset for the global molded fiber industry and lay the foundation for industry intelligence and data-driven decision-making. 

Missed the Initial Survey Period?
IMFA Members Can Still Gain Access. 

IMFA member manufacturing companies that did not participate in the original data collection period still have the opportunity to contribute data and gain access to the published benchmarking reports. 

By participating, your organization can gain access to insights that include: 

  • Production growth expectations across the industry 
  • Capacity expansion and investment trends 
  • Workforce and hiring outlooks 
  • Regulatory impacts on demand 
  • Market sentiment and future growth expectations 
  • Operational benchmarking against global peers 

Deadline to Participate: August 31, 2026 

Participate Now: Molded Fiber Industry Sentiment Survey
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Important Information

Organizations participating after the initial benchmarking period should note: 

  • Submissions received after the official benchmarking window will not be incorporated into the published report findings. 
  • Participation is available exclusively to eligible IMFA member manufacturers. 
  • All submissions will be reviewed and validated to confirm membership eligibility, manufacturing status, and data completeness. 
  • Once validated, qualifying companies can expect to receive access to the benchmarking reports within approximately 4–5 business days. 
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Why Benchmarking Matters 

For years, the molded fiber industry has relied on regional perspectives and anecdotal observations to understand market conditions. 

IMFA's benchmarking program provides something the industry has never had before: a shared, global view of where the industry stands today and where it is headed next. 

This initiative is designed to help manufacturers make more informed decisions, identify emerging trends, and better understand their position within a rapidly evolving global marketplace. 

As participation grows over time, so too will the value of the industry's benchmarking and intelligence resources. 

Confidential. Independent. Trusted. 
  • Administered independently by Canopy Management Group's Data Department 
  • Individual company data is never shared 
  • Results are reported only in aggregated and anonymized formats 
  • Designed to meet strict confidentiality, antitrust, and statistical standards 
  • All company submissions undergo validation prior to report access 

Questions? Contact info@imfa.org. 

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