Paper Straw Market Report 2025

The paper straw market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.83 billion in 2024 to $2.09 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to environmental concerns, regulatory measures, consumer preferences, corporate initiatives, media influence.

The paper straw market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.46 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to global anti-plastic movement, expanding end-use industries, rising consumer awareness, economic factors, corporate sustainability goals. Major trends in the forecast period include growing environmental awareness, government regulations, shift in consumer preferences, innovation and product development, corporate sustainability initiatives.

The paper straw market is poised for growth, driven by governmental initiatives aimed at reducing plastic usage. These initiatives involve actions and programs at the national and international levels to curb plastic consumption and address associated environmental concerns. Government efforts to minimize plastic straw usage have led to an increased demand for paper straws, contributing to a positive environmental impact. For example, the European Commission implemented the 'Single-Use Plastics Directive' in September 2022, setting targets for the collection and recycling of plastic bottles. Such initiatives are significant drivers for the paper straw market.

Anticipated growth in the paper straw market is further fueled by the increasing consumption of beverages. With 'beverages' encompassing a wide range of liquid substances designed for human consumption, the shift from plastic to paper straws aids in reducing plastic pollution and promotes sustainability in the beverage sector. In Australia, the functional beverage market was valued at $451 million in October 2022, showcasing substantial growth and emphasizing the role of paper straws in meeting sustainability goals.

Leading companies in the paper straw market are focusing on developing high-quality materials to improve durability, sustainability, and consumer appeal, addressing the rising demand for eco-friendly alternatives to plastic straws. High-quality materials refer to premium substances that provide enhanced performance, longevity, and environmental sustainability, improving both functionality and attractiveness. For example, in September 2022, ROCEDC (Rochester Economic Development Corp.), a US-based organization focused on economic development and local business support, introduced Roc Paper Straws. These straws are made from thicker food-grade paper and use food-safe glue and dyes, ensuring they do not disintegrate quickly. They are also free from harmful chemicals (PFAS-free), and designed to be biodegradable and compostable.

Strategic partnerships are another notable trend in the paper straw market, with major companies collaborating to produce resilient, printable, and recyclable paper straws. Walki Group Oy's partnership with Dolea, announced in May 2022, aims to produce recyclable and printed paper straws in Finland and the UK. Dolea's proprietary machine technology and Walki's resources create a strategic collaboration, ensuring efficient production and meeting the increasing demand for sustainable straws.

In May 2022, Inno-Pak LLC's acquisition of Stalk Market Inc is a strategic move to enhance product portfolios. This acquisition allows Inno-Pak to incorporate Stalk Market's eco-friendly products, including paper straws, expanding sustainable offerings across the Americas. Stalk Market Inc., a US-based producer of compostable and recycled products, aligns with Inno-Pak's commitment to environmental responsibility.

Major companies operating in the paper straw market include Charta Global Inc., Canada Brown Eco Products Ltd., Huhtamaki Oyj, Hoffmaster Group Inc., Transcend Packaging Ltd., BioPak UK Ltd., Bygreen Paperpack, Fuling Global Inc., Yutong Eco-Technology (Suqian) Co. Ltd., Tipi Straws, Ningbo Jiangbei Shenyu Industry and Trade Co. Ltd., Tetra Pak Ltd., Hello Straw Ltd., UFlex Limited, Soton Daily Necessities Co. Ltd., Nippon Paper Industries Co. Ltd., Footprint LLC, Duni Group, Lollicup USA Inc., IPI SRL, Aardvark Straws, The Paper Straw company, The Blue Straw, Eco Guardian Inc.

Europe was the largest region in the paper straw market in 2024. The regions covered in the paper straw market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the paper straw market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Paper straws are a type of environmentally friendly drinking straw crafted from paper materials, typically paperboard or paper pulp. These straws are biodegradable and compostable, offering a more eco-conscious alternative to plastic straws, as they break down more rapidly in natural conditions.

The primary types of paper straw products include printed and non-printed variants. Printed paper straws are customized or adorned with text, images, or patterns using a printing process. They are manufactured from materials such as virgin paper and recycled paper, coming in various lengths, including < 5.75 inches, 5.75-7.75 inches, 7.75-8.5 inches, 8.5-10.5 inches, and >10.5 inches. These straws are available through various sales channels such as manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and e-retail, and are used by foodservice establishments, institutions, and households.

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The paper straw market consists of sales of flexible paper straw, non-flexible paper straw, and virgin kraft paper straw. 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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