Caraustar Industries, Inc. announced today that it will increase Tube & Core prices by 3 to 5 percent effective with shipments on or after June 27, 2011. The increase is due to higher raw material and adhesive costs, along with significant escalation in transportation costs.
About Caraustar
Caraustar Industries, Inc. is one of North America’s largest integrated manufacturers of 100% recycled paperboard and converted paperboard products. The company is a socially responsible corporation, is committed to environmentally sound practices and is dedicated to providing customers with outstanding value through innovative products and services. Caraustar has developed its leadership position in the industry through diversification and integration from raw materials to finished products. Caraustar serves the four principal recycled boxboard product end-use markets: tubes and cores; folding cartons; gypsum facing paper and specialty paperboard products. For additional information on Caraustar, please visit the company’s website at www.caraustar.com .