Synthetic Paper Market Report 2026

The synthetic paper market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.23 billion in 2025 to $1.3 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in labeling and packaging industries, increasing demand for durable print materials, expansion of commercial printing services, rising use of polymer-based substrates, availability of advanced printing technologies.

The synthetic paper market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.68 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing adoption of sustainable packaging alternatives, increasing demand for long-lasting labels, expansion of smart labeling applications, rising investments in recyclable synthetic substrates, growing focus on high-performance printing materials. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of synthetic paper in labels and packaging, rising demand for water-resistant printing substrates, growing adoption in commercial printing applications, expansion of durable packaging solutions, enhanced focus on tear-resistant media.

The growing e-commerce industry is expected to propel the growth of the synthetic paper market going forward. E-commerce refers to the purchasing and selling of products and services through an electronic network, most notably the Internet. Synthetic paper is used for manufacturing e-commerce labels, tags, packaging, and other promotional items. With more businesses and people preferring online shopping, the demand for durable packing materials such as synthetic paper will rise. For instance, in August 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, a US-based government agency, in the US retail e-commerce sales reached $291.6 billion in quarter 2 2024, up 1.3% from Q1 and 6.7% year-over-year. Total retail sales were $1.82 trillion, increasing 0.5% from Q1 and 2.1% from Q2 2023. Further, in May 2023, according to the Census Bureau, a US-based agency for the Federal Statistical System, the estimated U.S. retail e-commerce sales increased by 7.8% from 252.8 million in 2022 to 272.6 in 2023. Therefore, the Growing e-commerce industry will drive the synthetic paper market.

Major companies operating in the synthetic paper market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as products that contains 30% post-consumer recycled HDPE polymer, to significantly reduce its carbon footprint compared to traditional virgin polymers. This aims to significantly reduce carbon impact and assist customers in achieving their sustainability objectives. For instance, in May 2023, Arjobex America Inc., a US-based synthetic paper company, launched a new range of synthetic papers called r-Polyart, which incorporates 30% post-consumer recycled HDPE polymer. It maintains mechanical properties comparable to standard Polyart, including water and tear resistance, high elongation at break, and chemical resistance. The material can be recycled again after use, further supporting sustainability efforts.

In May 2024, Industrial Opportunity Partners, a US-based private equity firm specializing in manufacturing and distribution investments, acquired Transcendia for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Industrial Opportunity Partners aimed to enhance its portfolio in the specialty materials sector, focusing on expanding production capabilities and market reach. Transcendia is a US-based synthetic paper and packaging solution company.

Major companies operating in the synthetic paper market are PPG Industries Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Nan Ya Plastics Corporation, Formosa Plastics Corp, TOYOBO CO. LTD., Neenah Inc., Jindal Poly Films Limited, PaperWorks Inc., Cosmo Films Ltd., Sihl AG, Transcendia Inc., Transilwrap Company Inc., YUPO Corp, MDV Papier- und Kunststoffveredelung GmbH, Nekoosa Coated Products LLC, HOP Industries Corporation, VALÉRON Strength Films Inc., Profol Americas Inc., ARJOBEX SAS, Graytex Papers LLC.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the synthetic paper market in 2025. The regions covered in the synthetic paper market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the synthetic paper market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The synthetic paper market consists of sales of fiber synthetic paper, PPG TESLIN and film synthetic paper. 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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