This Compostable Packaging market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market’s characteristics, size, and growth, including segmentation, regional and country-level breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends, and strategies. It also tracks historical and forecasted market growth across various geographies.
The compostable packaging market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $92.56 billion in 2024 to $100.44 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing consumer awareness about environmental impact, the regulatory push towards reducing plastic waste, the rise of bio-based and renewable feedstocks for packaging materials, the growth of sustainable and eco-friendly product trends, and corporate sustainability initiatives and goals.
The compostable packaging market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $137.26 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to stricter regulations on plastic use and waste management, rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions from industries, increasing advancements in compostable packaging materials, growing food and beverage industry, and increasing investment and innovation in circular economy solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion of composting infrastructure and facilities, integration of IoT and smart packaging in compostable products, advances in compostable materials technology, adoption of compostable packaging in e-commerce and food delivery sectors and shift towards multi-layer compostable films for better functionality and barrier properties.
The growth of the compostable packaging market is expected to be driven by the expanding food and beverage industry. This sector encompasses the production, processing, distribution, and sale of food and drinks, catering to the rising global population and evolving consumer preferences for healthier and more convenient options. Innovations in product development and distribution channels further contribute to the industry's growth. Compostable packaging plays a crucial role in this sector by addressing plastic pollution concerns, meeting consumer demand for eco-friendly products, and complying with regulations promoting sustainability. For example, a report from Statistics Sweden in September 2022 indicated that food and beverage sales revenue reached $37.44 billion (SEK 334 billion), driven by a 2.9% increase, with sales volume rising by 2.5% and prices slightly increasing by 0.4%. This growth underscores the role of the food and beverage industry in fostering the compostable packaging market.
Leading companies in the compostable packaging market are focusing on creating technologically advanced products, such as flexible compostable packaging solutions, to improve the performance and sustainability of their offerings. These compostable flexible packaging solutions are made from sustainable, biodegradable materials that naturally decompose, reducing environmental impact while maintaining product quality and extending shelf life. For example, in September 2024, Pakka, a Switzerland-based company specializing in sustainable, compostable packaging solutions, introduced a new line of flexible compostable packaging designed specifically for the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry. This product range includes three distinct options tailored for the transportation of premium food items.
In May 2023, TIPA Corp., an Israel-based manufacturer specializing in compostable packaging, acquired Bio4Pack to enhance its portfolio with Bio4Pack's expertise in sustainable packaging solutions. Bio4Pack, based in Germany, produces compostable packaging products, including paper packaging made from agricultural waste, trays, and nets.
Major companies operating in the compostable packaging market are BASF SE, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, WestRock Company, International Paper Company, Amcor Plc, Smurfit Kappa, Stora Enso, DS Smith, Mondi Plc, Rengo Co. Ltd, Huhtamaki Oyj, Klabin SA, Clearwater Paper Corporation, Holmen Iggesund, Carvajal Empaques S.A., Vegware Ltd., NatureWorks LLC, Plantic Technologies Ltd., Novamont SpA, SmartSolve LLC, TIPA Corp., Biome Technologies Plc, Total Corbion PLA BV, Reyma Oficial, Ultra-Green Packaging Inc.
North America was the largest region in the compostable packaging market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the compostable packaging market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the compostable packaging market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Compostable packaging refers to materials and products designed to break down into natural elements in a compost environment, leaving no toxic residue and contributing to reducing waste and environmental impact compared to traditional packaging materials.
The main compostable packaging materials include polylactic acid (PLA), wheat straw fiber, talc-filled polylactic acid (TPLA), crystallized polylactic acid (CPLA), cellulose, bamboo, polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), and others. Polylactic acid (PLA) is a biodegradable plastic derived from renewable resources such as corn starch or sugarcane. It is used in various forms including bags, pouches, trays, tapes, mailer bags, films, and clamshells, and finds applications across industries such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, personal care, cosmetics, and others.
The compostable packaging market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides compostable packaging market statistics, including compostable packaging industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a compostable packaging market share, detailed compostable packaging market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the compostable packaging industry. This compostable packaging market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The compostable packaging market consists of sales of food containers and takeout boxes, utensils and cutlery, and garment bags. 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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The compostable packaging market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $92.56 billion in 2024 to $100.44 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing consumer awareness about environmental impact, the regulatory push towards reducing plastic waste, the rise of bio-based and renewable feedstocks for packaging materials, the growth of sustainable and eco-friendly product trends, and corporate sustainability initiatives and goals.
The compostable packaging market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $137.26 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to stricter regulations on plastic use and waste management, rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions from industries, increasing advancements in compostable packaging materials, growing food and beverage industry, and increasing investment and innovation in circular economy solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include expansion of composting infrastructure and facilities, integration of IoT and smart packaging in compostable products, advances in compostable materials technology, adoption of compostable packaging in e-commerce and food delivery sectors and shift towards multi-layer compostable films for better functionality and barrier properties.
The growth of the compostable packaging market is expected to be driven by the expanding food and beverage industry. This sector encompasses the production, processing, distribution, and sale of food and drinks, catering to the rising global population and evolving consumer preferences for healthier and more convenient options. Innovations in product development and distribution channels further contribute to the industry's growth. Compostable packaging plays a crucial role in this sector by addressing plastic pollution concerns, meeting consumer demand for eco-friendly products, and complying with regulations promoting sustainability. For example, a report from Statistics Sweden in September 2022 indicated that food and beverage sales revenue reached $37.44 billion (SEK 334 billion), driven by a 2.9% increase, with sales volume rising by 2.5% and prices slightly increasing by 0.4%. This growth underscores the role of the food and beverage industry in fostering the compostable packaging market.
Leading companies in the compostable packaging market are focusing on creating technologically advanced products, such as flexible compostable packaging solutions, to improve the performance and sustainability of their offerings. These compostable flexible packaging solutions are made from sustainable, biodegradable materials that naturally decompose, reducing environmental impact while maintaining product quality and extending shelf life. For example, in September 2024, Pakka, a Switzerland-based company specializing in sustainable, compostable packaging solutions, introduced a new line of flexible compostable packaging designed specifically for the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry. This product range includes three distinct options tailored for the transportation of premium food items.
In May 2023, TIPA Corp., an Israel-based manufacturer specializing in compostable packaging, acquired Bio4Pack to enhance its portfolio with Bio4Pack's expertise in sustainable packaging solutions. Bio4Pack, based in Germany, produces compostable packaging products, including paper packaging made from agricultural waste, trays, and nets.
Major companies operating in the compostable packaging market are BASF SE, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, WestRock Company, International Paper Company, Amcor Plc, Smurfit Kappa, Stora Enso, DS Smith, Mondi Plc, Rengo Co. Ltd, Huhtamaki Oyj, Klabin SA, Clearwater Paper Corporation, Holmen Iggesund, Carvajal Empaques S.A., Vegware Ltd., NatureWorks LLC, Plantic Technologies Ltd., Novamont SpA, SmartSolve LLC, TIPA Corp., Biome Technologies Plc, Total Corbion PLA BV, Reyma Oficial, Ultra-Green Packaging Inc.
North America was the largest region in the compostable packaging market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the compostable packaging market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the compostable packaging market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Compostable packaging refers to materials and products designed to break down into natural elements in a compost environment, leaving no toxic residue and contributing to reducing waste and environmental impact compared to traditional packaging materials.
The main compostable packaging materials include polylactic acid (PLA), wheat straw fiber, talc-filled polylactic acid (TPLA), crystallized polylactic acid (CPLA), cellulose, bamboo, polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), and others. Polylactic acid (PLA) is a biodegradable plastic derived from renewable resources such as corn starch or sugarcane. It is used in various forms including bags, pouches, trays, tapes, mailer bags, films, and clamshells, and finds applications across industries such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, personal care, cosmetics, and others.
The compostable packaging market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides compostable packaging market statistics, including compostable packaging industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a compostable packaging market share, detailed compostable packaging market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the compostable packaging industry. This compostable packaging market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The compostable packaging market consists of sales of food containers and takeout boxes, utensils and cutlery, and garment bags. 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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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Compostable Packaging Market Characteristics3. Compostable Packaging Market Trends and Strategies4. Compostable Packaging Market - Macro Economic Scenario Including the Impact of Interest Rates, Inflation, Geopolitics, and the Recovery from COVID-19 on the Market32. Global Compostable Packaging Market Competitive Benchmarking and Dashboard33. Key Mergers and Acquisitions in the Compostable Packaging Market34. Recent Developments in the Compostable Packaging Market
5. Global Compostable Packaging Growth Analysis and Strategic Analysis Framework
6. Compostable Packaging Market Segmentation
7. Compostable Packaging Market Regional and Country Analysis
8. Asia-Pacific Compostable Packaging Market
9. China Compostable Packaging Market
10. India Compostable Packaging Market
11. Japan Compostable Packaging Market
12. Australia Compostable Packaging Market
13. Indonesia Compostable Packaging Market
14. South Korea Compostable Packaging Market
15. Western Europe Compostable Packaging Market
16. UK Compostable Packaging Market
17. Germany Compostable Packaging Market
18. France Compostable Packaging Market
19. Italy Compostable Packaging Market
20. Spain Compostable Packaging Market
21. Eastern Europe Compostable Packaging Market
22. Russia Compostable Packaging Market
23. North America Compostable Packaging Market
24. USA Compostable Packaging Market
25. Canada Compostable Packaging Market
26. South America Compostable Packaging Market
27. Brazil Compostable Packaging Market
28. Middle East Compostable Packaging Market
29. Africa Compostable Packaging Market
30. Compostable Packaging Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
31. Compostable Packaging Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
35. Compostable Packaging Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
36. Appendix
Executive Summary
Compostable Packaging Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on compostable packaging market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for compostable packaging ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The compostable packaging market global report answers all these questions and many more.The 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 market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include: the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Material: Polylactic Acid (PLA); Wheat Straw Fiber; Talc-Filled Polylactic Acid (TPLA) And Crystallized Polylactic Acid (CPLA); Cellulose; Bamboo; Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA); Other Materials2) By Application: Bags; Pouches; Trays; Tapes; Mailer Bags; Films; Clamshells
3) By End Use: Food and Beverages; Pharmaceuticals; Personal Care and Cosmetics; Other End Uses
Subsegments:
1) By Polylactic Acid (PLA): PLA-Based Films; PLA-Coated Papers; PLA Containers and Trays2) By Wheat Straw Fiber: Wheat Straw Paper and Board; Wheat Straw-Based Molded Packaging
3) By Talc-Filled Polylactic Acid (TPLA) And Crystallized Polylactic Acid (CPLA): TPLA-Based Packaging; CPLA-Based Cutlery, Cups, and Containers
4) By Cellulose: Cellulose Films; Cellulose-Based Wraps and Containers; Cellulose Fiber Packaging
5) By Bamboo: Bamboo Fiber Packaging; Bamboo Trays, Plates, and Cutlery; Bamboo-Based Containers
6) By Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA): PHA-Based Films and Wraps; PHA Containers and Packaging
7) By Other Materials: Mushroom Packaging; Seaweed-Based Packaging; Palm Leaf Packaging; Cornstarch-Based Packaging
Key Companies Mentioned: BASF SE; Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation; WestRock Company; International Paper Company; Amcor Plc
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
The major companies featured in this Compostable Packaging market report include:- BASF SE
- Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
- WestRock Company
- International Paper Company
- Amcor Plc
- Smurfit Kappa
- Stora Enso
- DS Smith
- Mondi Plc
- Rengo Co. Ltd
- Huhtamaki Oyj
- Klabin SA
- Clearwater Paper Corporation
- Holmen Iggesund
- Carvajal Empaques S.A.
- Vegware Ltd.
- NatureWorks LLC
- Plantic Technologies Ltd.
- Novamont SpA
- SmartSolve LLC
- TIPA Corp.
- Biome Technologies Plc
- Total Corbion PLA BV
- Reyma Oficial
- Ultra-Green Packaging Inc.
Table Information
Report Attribute | Details |
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No. of Pages | 200 |
Published | April 2025 |
Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 100.44 Billion |
Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 137.26 Billion |
Compound Annual Growth Rate | 8.1% |
Regions Covered | Global |
No. of Companies Mentioned | 26 |