Clearwater Paper (NYSE:CLW) (NYSE: CLW) is a leading manufacturer in the pulp and paper industry, specializing in the production of consumer tissue products and bleached paperboard. Headquartered in Spokane, Washington, the company was established as a standalone public entity in 2008 following a spin-off from Potlatch Corporation. Clearwater Paper serves a diverse range of end markets through two primary segments—Consumer Tissue and Pulp & Paperboard—delivering high-quality products to retail, away-from-home, and industrial customers across North America.
In its Consumer Tissue segment, Clearwater Paper produces private-label and branded bathroom tissue, paper towels, napkins, and facial tissue. These products are manufactured in state-of-the-art converting facilities, where environmentally responsible practices such as water recycling and energy efficiency are integral to operations. The company’s tissue offerings cater to national retailers, regional chains, and food-service distributors, positioning Clearwater Paper as a reliable partner for high-volume demand and stringent quality standards.
The Pulp & Paperboard segment specializes in bleached paperboard and bleached chemi-thermomechanical pulp (BCTMP), serving packaging and specialty paper markets. Clearwater Paper’s coated bleached paperboard is used in folding cartons for food, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods, while its BCTMP finds applications in specialty tissue production, printing papers, and technical uses. Manufacturing facilities are equipped with advanced pulping technology and robust coating capabilities to meet the performance and aesthetic requirements of packaging converters and brand owners.
Operating multiple production sites across the United States, Clearwater Paper maintains a strong focus on sustainable sourcing, operational efficiency, and continuous innovation. The company’s senior management team brings decades of industry expertise, guiding strategic investments in capacity expansions and process optimization. Through close collaboration with suppliers, customers, and community stakeholders, Clearwater Paper aims to uphold its commitment to environmental stewardship, product quality, and long-term value creation.
