Plant-Based Packaging Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2024 – 2032
The Global Plant-Based Packaging Market was valued at USD 5.36 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9% between 2024 and 2032. The rise in environmental concerns and the growing awareness around climate change have fueled a significant shift in consumer preferences towards sustainable products. Many shoppers now actively choose brands that embrace eco-friendly practices, including the use of plant-based packaging. As a result, the market is experiencing strong growth, with increasing demand for alternatives to traditional plastic packaging. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), there has been a notable rise in consumers seeking out products that incorporate plant-based materials.
Governments around the world are enforcing stricter regulations to combat plastic waste, including bans on single-use plastics and incentives for companies to adopt sustainable solutions. These policies are prompting businesses to shift toward plant-based packaging to comply with environmental standards. By meeting these regulatory requirements, companies not only avoid penalties but also position themselves as leaders in sustainability, which is increasingly appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. Recent advancements in material science have improved the performance and affordability of plant-based packaging.
Innovations in bioplastics and other plant-based materials now offer better heat resistance, durability, and barrier properties, making them more competitive with traditional packaging options. These technological improvements are driving further adoption of plant-based packaging across multiple industries. The market is segmented by material type, with categories including paper & paperboard, bioplastics, bagasse, palm leaves, bamboo, and others. In 2023, the paper & paperboard segment held the largest market share at over 20%, valued for its sustainability and versatility.
This segment continues to evolve, with innovations focused on improving strength, moisture resistance, and other functional properties, increasing its appeal as a sustainable alternative to plastics. The market is also divided by product type into rigid and flexible packaging, with the flexible packaging segment expected to grow at a CAGR of over 9%. Flexible packaging, which includes pouches and wraps, is highly valued for its versatility and adaptability, making it suitable for a wide range of products. In 2023, North America led the market with over 35% share, driven by strong regulations and high consumer demand for sustainable products.The region is expected to maintain its dominance throughout the forecast period.
Governments around the world are enforcing stricter regulations to combat plastic waste, including bans on single-use plastics and incentives for companies to adopt sustainable solutions. These policies are prompting businesses to shift toward plant-based packaging to comply with environmental standards. By meeting these regulatory requirements, companies not only avoid penalties but also position themselves as leaders in sustainability, which is increasingly appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. Recent advancements in material science have improved the performance and affordability of plant-based packaging.
Innovations in bioplastics and other plant-based materials now offer better heat resistance, durability, and barrier properties, making them more competitive with traditional packaging options. These technological improvements are driving further adoption of plant-based packaging across multiple industries. The market is segmented by material type, with categories including paper & paperboard, bioplastics, bagasse, palm leaves, bamboo, and others. In 2023, the paper & paperboard segment held the largest market share at over 20%, valued for its sustainability and versatility.
This segment continues to evolve, with innovations focused on improving strength, moisture resistance, and other functional properties, increasing its appeal as a sustainable alternative to plastics. The market is also divided by product type into rigid and flexible packaging, with the flexible packaging segment expected to grow at a CAGR of over 9%. Flexible packaging, which includes pouches and wraps, is highly valued for its versatility and adaptability, making it suitable for a wide range of products. In 2023, North America led the market with over 35% share, driven by strong regulations and high consumer demand for sustainable products.The region is expected to maintain its dominance throughout the forecast period.
Report Content
CHAPTER 1 SCOPE & METHODOLOGY
1.1 Market scope & definition
1.2 Base estimates & calculations
1.3 Forecast parameters
1.4 Data sources
1.4.1 Primary
1.4.2 Secondary
1.4.2.1 Paid sources
1.4.2.2 Public sources
CHAPTER 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1 Industry 360° synopsis, 2021 - 2032
CHAPTER 3 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Vendor matrix
3.3 Technology & innovation landscape
3.4 Patent analysis
3.5 Key news and initiatives
3.6 Regulatory landscape
3.7 Impact forces
3.7.1 Growth drivers
3.7.1.1 Rising environmental awareness
3.7.1.2 Government Regulations and Bans on Single-Use Plastics
3.7.1.3 Rising Demand in the Food & Beverage Industry
3.7.1.4 Corporate sustainability initiatives
3.7.1.5 Consumer Demand for Sustainable Products
3.7.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
3.7.2.1 Higher Costs
3.7.2.2 Performance Limitations
3.8 Growth potential analysis
3.9 Porter’s analysis
3.9.1 Supplier power
3.9.2 Buyer power
3.9.3 Threat of new entrants
3.9.4 Threat of substitutes
3.9.5 Industry rivalry
3.10 PESTEL analysis
CHAPTER 4 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE, 2023
4.1 Company market share analysis
4.2 Competitive positioning matrix
4.3 Strategic outlook matrix
CHAPTER 5 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY MATERIAL TYPE, 2021 - 2032 (USD MILLION)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 Bioplastics
5.3 Paper & paperboard
5.4 Bagasse
5.5 Bamboo
5.6 Palm Leaves
5.7 Others
CHAPTER 6 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2021 – 2032 (USD MILLION)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 Rigid packaging
6.3 Flexible packaging
CHAPTER 7 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY END-USE INDUSTRY, 2021 – 2032 (USD MILLION)
7.1 Key trends
7.2 Food & beverages
7.3 Pharmaceuticals
7.4 Personal care & cosmetics
7.5 Industrial
7.6 Retail & E-commerce
7.7 Others
CHAPTER 8 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY REGION, 2021 - 2032 (USD MILLION)
8.1 Key trends
8.2 North America
8.2.1 U.S.
8.2.2 Canada
8.3 Europe
8.3.1 UK
8.3.2 Germany
8.3.3 France
8.3.4 Italy
8.3.5 Spain
8.3.6 Rest of Europe
8.4 Asia Pacific
8.4.1 China
8.4.2 India
8.4.3 Japan
8.4.4 South Korea
8.4.5 ANZ
8.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
8.5 Latin America
8.5.1 Brazil
8.5.2 Mexico
8.5.3 Rest of Latin America
8.6 MEA
8.6.1 UAE
8.6.2 Saudi Arabia
8.6.3 South Africa
8.6.4 Rest of MEA
CHAPTER 9 COMPANY PROFILES
9.1 Amcor
9.2 BioPak
9.3 Cellugy
9.4 Genpak
9.5 Good Start Packaging
9.6 Graphic Packaging International
9.7 Huhtamaki
9.8 Mondi
9.9 Pactiv Evergreen
9.10 Papier-Mettler
9.11 Plastipak
9.12 Sealed Air
9.13 Stora Enso
9.14 Tetra Pak
9.15 Vegware
9.16 World Centric
CHAPTER 1 SCOPE & METHODOLOGY
1.1 Market scope & definition
1.2 Base estimates & calculations
1.3 Forecast parameters
1.4 Data sources
1.4.1 Primary
1.4.2 Secondary
1.4.2.1 Paid sources
1.4.2.2 Public sources
CHAPTER 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1 Industry 360° synopsis, 2021 - 2032
CHAPTER 3 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.2 Vendor matrix
3.3 Technology & innovation landscape
3.4 Patent analysis
3.5 Key news and initiatives
3.6 Regulatory landscape
3.7 Impact forces
3.7.1 Growth drivers
3.7.1.1 Rising environmental awareness
3.7.1.2 Government Regulations and Bans on Single-Use Plastics
3.7.1.3 Rising Demand in the Food & Beverage Industry
3.7.1.4 Corporate sustainability initiatives
3.7.1.5 Consumer Demand for Sustainable Products
3.7.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
3.7.2.1 Higher Costs
3.7.2.2 Performance Limitations
3.8 Growth potential analysis
3.9 Porter’s analysis
3.9.1 Supplier power
3.9.2 Buyer power
3.9.3 Threat of new entrants
3.9.4 Threat of substitutes
3.9.5 Industry rivalry
3.10 PESTEL analysis
CHAPTER 4 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE, 2023
4.1 Company market share analysis
4.2 Competitive positioning matrix
4.3 Strategic outlook matrix
CHAPTER 5 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY MATERIAL TYPE, 2021 - 2032 (USD MILLION)
5.1 Key trends
5.2 Bioplastics
5.3 Paper & paperboard
5.4 Bagasse
5.5 Bamboo
5.6 Palm Leaves
5.7 Others
CHAPTER 6 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2021 – 2032 (USD MILLION)
6.1 Key trends
6.2 Rigid packaging
6.3 Flexible packaging
CHAPTER 7 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY END-USE INDUSTRY, 2021 – 2032 (USD MILLION)
7.1 Key trends
7.2 Food & beverages
7.3 Pharmaceuticals
7.4 Personal care & cosmetics
7.5 Industrial
7.6 Retail & E-commerce
7.7 Others
CHAPTER 8 MARKET ESTIMATES & FORECAST, BY REGION, 2021 - 2032 (USD MILLION)
8.1 Key trends
8.2 North America
8.2.1 U.S.
8.2.2 Canada
8.3 Europe
8.3.1 UK
8.3.2 Germany
8.3.3 France
8.3.4 Italy
8.3.5 Spain
8.3.6 Rest of Europe
8.4 Asia Pacific
8.4.1 China
8.4.2 India
8.4.3 Japan
8.4.4 South Korea
8.4.5 ANZ
8.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
8.5 Latin America
8.5.1 Brazil
8.5.2 Mexico
8.5.3 Rest of Latin America
8.6 MEA
8.6.1 UAE
8.6.2 Saudi Arabia
8.6.3 South Africa
8.6.4 Rest of MEA
CHAPTER 9 COMPANY PROFILES
9.1 Amcor
9.2 BioPak
9.3 Cellugy
9.4 Genpak
9.5 Good Start Packaging
9.6 Graphic Packaging International
9.7 Huhtamaki
9.8 Mondi
9.9 Pactiv Evergreen
9.10 Papier-Mettler
9.11 Plastipak
9.12 Sealed Air
9.13 Stora Enso
9.14 Tetra Pak
9.15 Vegware
9.16 World Centric
