Sustainable Plastic Packaging Market Report 2025

This Sustainable Plastic Packaging report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The sustainable plastic packaging market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $115.62 billion in 2024 to $125.29 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to environmental awareness, regulatory pressures, consumer demand, corporate sustainability goals, cost efficiency.

The sustainable plastic packaging market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $187.19 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to e-commerce growth, investment in recycling infrastructure, consumer education, sustainable packaging innovations, innovation in sustainable materials. Major trends in the forecast period include biodegradable plastics, recyclable packaging, plastic reduction initiatives, innovative materials, smart packaging.

The rising adoption of sustainable plastic packaging materials across various industries is expected to drive the growth of the sustainable plastic packaging market during the forecast period. Many industries are exploring and promoting sustainable plastics for their packaging solutions due to their lightweight nature, cost-effectiveness, and recyclability or reusability. For example, in August 2024, statistics from the Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT), a department of HM Revenue & Customs, indicated that the taxable portion of plastic packaging for 2023-2024 reached 42%, up from 41% in 2022-2023. This significant reduction in plastic materials is generating demand for sustainable packaging, thereby fueling the growth of the sustainable plastic packaging market.

The rise in climate change is a significant factor expected to drive the growth of the sustainable plastic packaging market in the future. Climate change refers to long-term alterations in temperature, weather patterns, and the overall climate of the Earth. Sustainable plastic packaging helps mitigate climate change by reducing the environmental impact associated with traditional plastics. It is designed to decrease greenhouse gas emissions throughout its entire lifecycle, from production to disposal. For example, in January 2024, Berkeley Earth, a US-based non-profit organization, reported that 2023 was the warmest year on record, with temperatures reaching 1.54 °C, a marked increase from 1.25 °C in 2022. Therefore, the rise in climate change is anticipated to propel the sustainable plastic packaging market.

The growing adoption of biodegradable plastics is influencing the sustainable plastic packaging market. Leading companies in this market are focusing on utilizing biodegradable plastics for their product packaging due to their advantageous features, such as reduced carbon emissions and environmentally friendly disposal options. For example, in March 2024, Repsol, a Spain-based global multi-energy company, introduced Repsol Reciclex, a sustainable polyolefin designed for new lubricant containers. This product line emphasizes the production of sustainable polyolefins that include recycled materials, specifically for packaging applications. It prioritizes the use of mechanically recycled post-consumer plastics, significantly reducing the environmental impact of packaging across various industries, particularly in lubricants. By enhancing the recycled content in its products, Repsol Reciclex supports the circular economy, contributing to waste reduction and lower carbon footprints. This range aligns with Repsol's broader sustainability goals, reflecting the company’s dedication to innovation and responsible resource management.

Innovation in technological products, such as plastic packaging with recycled material, is a strategy employed by major companies in the sustainable plastic packaging market to enhance profitability. Plastic packaging with recycled material involves sourcing plastic from recycled materials. In February 2023, TotalEnergies SE, a France-based petroleum business company, partnered with Ecolab Inc., a USA-based technology and systems company, to launch RE:use Rpe6314, a plastic packaging solution with innovative post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic content. This solution is designed for highly concentrated cleaning products, enabling circularity without compromising performance.

In February 2022, HP Inc., a US-based information technology company, acquired Choose Packaging to integrate it into its Personalization & 3D Printing business, aiming to expand its technology and customer footprint for a broader market reach. Choose Packaging is a US-based developer of packaging solutions.

Major companies operating in the sustainable plastic packaging market include Amcor Ltd, Sonoco Products Company, Huhtamaki OYJ, WestRock Company, Smurfit Kappa Group PLC, Mondi plc, Tetra Laval International SA., BASF SE, DS Smith Plc, Genpack LLC, E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Sealed Air Corporation, Crown Holdings Inc., Bemis Company Inc., Uflex Ltd., Ardagh Group Holdings S.A., Plastipak Holdings Inc., Elopak AS, Berry Global Group Inc., AptarGroup Inc., Coveris Holdings S.A., Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH, Klöckner Pentaplast Group GmbH & Co. KG, Winpak Ltd., Eco-Products Inc., Vegware Ltd., Biopak Pty Ltd., Sabert Corporation, Novamont S.p.A.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the sustainable plastic packaging market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the market. The regions covered in the global sustainable plastic packaging industry report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered In the sustainable plastic packaging market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

Sustainable plastic packaging serves as a versatile solution for packaging a variety of items, including food and beverages, healthcare products, and more. This type of packaging is typically designed to be recyclable, reusable, or biodegradable, with its environmental benefits making it a preferred choice for organizations. The lightweight and cost-effective nature of sustainable plastic packaging further contribute to its popularity.

The primary types of sustainable plastic packaging include rigid, flexible, and industrial categories. Rigid packaging is characterized by its inability to bend or be twisted out of shape. Sustainable plastic packaging encompasses various formats, including primary packaging, secondary packaging, and tertiary packaging. These packaging formats can undergo processes for recyclability, reusability, and biodegradability. They find application in diverse sectors such as food and beverage, personal care, healthcare, and other end-use industries.

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The sustainable plastic packaging market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing sustainable plastic packaging materials such as corrugated cardboard and bioplastics. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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