All Brands Owned by Packaging Corporation of America

What is Packaging Corporation of America?

PCA is an American packaging manufacturer headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois. It is the third largest containerboard producer in North America, operating ten mills and about 90 corrugated products plants, and it reported $9.0 billion of net sales in fiscal 2025.

Is Packaging Corporation of America publicly traded?

Yes. Shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker PKG. The company has been public since its January 2000 IPO following separation from Tenneco.

When was Packaging Corporation of America founded?

It was formed in 1959 by merging Central Fiber Products, American Box Board, and Ohio Boxboard. Tenneco acquired it in 1965, and it returned to public markets in 2000.

Who owns Packaging Corporation of America?

Ownership is dispersed among public shareholders. Chairman and CEO Mark Kowlzan has led the company since 2010 and is the longest-tenured leader among major US packaging companies.

What is PCA's market position?

It is the third largest North American containerboard and corrugated producer, behind International Paper and Smurfit Westrock. It differentiates on mill reliability and industry-leading margins rather than scale.

Did PCA acquire Greif's packaging business?

Yes. In 2025 PCA acquired Greif's containerboard business for a reported roughly $1.8 billion, adding mills and recycled-fiber collection assets. Integration of those assets was underway through 2025 and 2026.