Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Size Study, by Paper (Brown Kraft Paper, White Kraft Paper), by Product (Pasted Valve, Sewn Open Mouth, Flat Bottom, Pasted Open Mouth, Pinched Bottom Open Mouth), by Thickness (1 Ply, 2 Ply, 3 Ply), by End-use (Food Service, Retail, Pharmaceutical, E-Commerce), and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

January 2025 | 285 pages | ID: G621806AB018EN
Bizwit Research & Consulting LLP

Abstracts

The Global Kraft Paper Bag Market is valued at approximately USD 4.3 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.60% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2032. Kraft paper bags have become synonymous with eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions, driven by increasing environmental awareness and the global push towards reducing plastic waste. These bags, crafted from robust and biodegradable materials, offer a versatile solution for a wide range of applications, spanning food service, retail, pharmaceutical, and e-commerce industries.

As consumer demand for sustainable packaging surges, businesses are transitioning towards kraft paper bags to align with environmentally conscious practices and regulations. This shift is supported by innovations in kraft paper production, enabling enhanced durability, water resistance, and aesthetic appeal. The market benefits from regulatory support, with governments worldwide implementing stringent restrictions on single-use plastics, fostering a significant rise in kraft paper bag adoption. However, challenges such as fluctuating raw material costs and competition from other sustainable alternatives may impact the growth trajectory.

The market is experiencing robust growth owing to a surge in e-commerce activities and a preference for premium packaging in retail. In addition, the food service sector's increasing reliance on takeaway and delivery services underscores the demand for kraft paper bags. Innovations in manufacturing techniques have allowed for customization, meeting the varied needs of businesses and enhancing brand visibility. With rising awareness among consumers and businesses about the ecological footprint of their choices, kraft paper bags have emerged as an ideal alternative to traditional packaging solutions.

Regionally, North America leads the global kraft paper bag market, driven by established regulatory frameworks and a strong inclination towards sustainable practices. Europe follows closely, characterized by stringent environmental policies and a growing emphasis on recycling and composting. The Asia-Pacific region is poised to witness the fastest growth, attributed to rapid urbanization, expansion of the retail sector, and government initiatives promoting eco-friendly packaging solutions. Countries like India and China are expected to spearhead regional growth with their dynamic e-commerce industries and increasing investments in sustainable infrastructure.

Major market players included in this report are:

• WestRock Company
• Smurfit Kappa Group
• Mondi Group
• Georgia-Pacific LLC
• International Paper Company
• Stora Enso Oyj
• DS Smith Plc
• KapStone Paper and Packaging Corporation
• Segezha Group LLC
• Gascogne Papier
• Oji Holdings Corporation
• Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd.
• The Navigator Company
• BillerudKorsnдs AB
• Canfor Corporation

The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Paper:

• Brown Kraft Paper
• White Kraft Paper

By Product:

• Pasted Valve
• Sewn Open Mouth
• Flat Bottom
• Pasted Open Mouth
• Pinched Bottom Open Mouth

By Thickness:

• 1 Ply
• 2 Ply
• 3 Ply

By End-use:

• Food Service
• Retail
• Pharmaceutical
• E-Commerce

By Region:

North America:

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe:

• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific:

• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia-Pacific

Latin America:

• Brazil
• Mexico

Middle East & Africa:

• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

Years considered for the study are as follows:

• Historical year – 2022
• Base year – 2023
• Forecast period – 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:

• Detailed market estimates and forecasts for 10 years, segmented by region, paper type, product, thickness, and end-use.
• Regional analysis featuring macro and micro-level insights.
• Comprehensive evaluation of competitive dynamics, including strategies and market shares of key players.
• Identification of emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping the market.
• Thorough demand and supply analysis, offering actionable insights for stakeholders.

Contents

CHAPTER 1. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1.1. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET SIZE & FORECAST (2022-2032)

1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
  1.3.1. By Paper
  1.3.2. By Product
  1.3.3. By Thickness
  1.3.4. By End-use
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

CHAPTER 2. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET DEFINITION AND RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS 2.1. RESEARCH OBJECTIVE

2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
  2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
  2.3.2. Limitations
  2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
    2.3.3.1. Availability
    2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
    2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
    2.3.3.4. Market Competition
    2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer’s Perspective)
  2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
    2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
    2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
    2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
    2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates

CHAPTER 3. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET DYNAMICS 3.1. MARKET DRIVERS

  3.1.1. Rising Demand for Eco-friendly Packaging
  3.1.2. Growth in E-commerce and Retail Industries
  3.1.3. Regulatory Support for Sustainable Practices
3.2. Market Challenges
  3.2.1. Fluctuating Raw Material Costs
  3.2.2. Competition from Alternative Packaging Materials
3.3. Market Opportunities
  3.3.1. Innovations in Kraft Paper Production
  3.3.2. Expansion into Emerging Markets
  3.3.3. Increasing Investments in Sustainable Packaging Technologies

CHAPTER 4. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS 4.1. PORTER’S 5 FORCE MODEL

  4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
  4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
  4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
  4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
  4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
  4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
  4.2.1. Political
  4.2.2. Economical
  4.2.3. Social
  4.2.4. Technological
  4.2.5. Environmental
  4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunities
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

CHAPTER 5. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY PAPER 2022-2032 5.1. SEGMENT DASHBOARD

5.2. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market: Paper Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  5.2.1. Brown Kraft Paper
  5.2.2. White Kraft Paper

CHAPTER 6. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY PRODUCT 2022-2032 6.1. SEGMENT DASHBOARD

6.2. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market: Product Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  6.2.1. Pasted Valve
  6.2.2. Sewn Open Mouth
  6.2.3. Flat Bottom
  6.2.4. Pasted Open Mouth
  6.2.5. Pinched Bottom Open Mouth

CHAPTER 7. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY THICKNESS 2022-2032 7.1. SEGMENT DASHBOARD

7.2. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market: Thickness Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  7.2.1. 1 Ply
  7.2.2. 2 Ply
  7.2.3. 3 Ply

CHAPTER 8. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY END USE 2022-2032 8.1. SEGMENT DASHBOARD

8.2. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market: End Use Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  8.2.1. Food Service
  8.2.2. Retail
  8.2.3. Pharmaceutical
  8.2.4. E-Commerce

CHAPTER 9. GLOBAL KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY REGION 2022-2032 9.1. NORTH AMERICA KRAFT PAPER BAG MARKET

  9.1.1. U.S. Kraft Paper Bag Market
    9.1.1.1. Paper Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    9.1.1.2. Product Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
  9.1.2. Canada Kraft Paper Bag Market
    9.1.2.1. Paper Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    9.1.2.2. Product Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.2. Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.2.1. UK Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.2.2. Germany Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.2.3. France Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.2.4. Spain Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.2.5. Italy Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.2.6. Rest of Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market
9.3. Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.3.1. China Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.3.2. India Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.3.3. Japan Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.3.4. Australia Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.3.5. South Korea Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.3.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market
9.4. Latin America Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.4.1. Brazil Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.4.2. Mexico Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.4.3. Rest of Latin America Kraft Paper Bag Market
9.5. Middle East & Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.5.1. Saudi Arabia Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.5.2. South Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market
  9.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market

CHAPTER 10. COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE 10.1. KEY COMPANY SWOT ANALYSIS

  10.1.1. WestRock Company
  10.1.2. Smurfit Kappa Group
  10.1.3. Mondi Group
10.2. Top Market Strategies
10.3. Company Profiles
  10.3.1. WestRock Company
    10.3.1.1. Key Information
    10.3.1.2. Overview
    10.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
    10.3.1.4. Product Summary
    10.3.1.5. Market Strategies
  10.3.2. Smurfit Kappa Group
  10.3.3. Mondi Group
  10.3.4. Georgia-Pacific LLC
  10.3.5. International Paper Company
  10.3.6. Stora Enso Oyj
  10.3.7. DS Smith Plc
  10.3.8. KapStone Paper and Packaging Corporation
  10.3.9. Segezha Group LLC
  10.3.10. Gascogne Papier

CHAPTER 11. RESEARCH PROCESS 11.1. RESEARCH PROCESS

  11.1.1. Data Mining
  11.1.2. Analysis
  11.1.3. Market Estimation
  11.1.4. Validation
  11.1.5. Publishing
11.2. Research Attributes

12. LIST OF TABLES

• TABLE 1. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Report Scope
• TABLE 2. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 3. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Paper 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 4. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Product 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 5. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Thickness 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 6. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by End-use 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 7. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Distribution Channel 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 8. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Paper 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 9. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Product 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 10. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Thickness 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 11. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by End-use 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 12. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Distribution Channel 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 13. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Paper 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 14. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Product 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 15. U.S. Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 16. U.S. Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Paper 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 17. U.S. Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Product 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 18. Canada Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 19. Canada Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Paper 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• TABLE 20. Canada Kraft Paper Bag Market Estimates & Forecasts by Product 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
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This list is not complete; the final report does contain more than 100 tables. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.

12. LIST OF FIGURES

• FIG 1. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Research Methodology
• FIG 2. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Market Estimation Techniques
• FIG 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
• FIG 4. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Key Trends 2023
• FIG 5. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Growth Prospects 2022-2032
• FIG 6. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Porter’s 5 Force Model
• FIG 7. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, PESTEL Analysis
• FIG 8. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Value Chain Analysis
• FIG 9. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 10. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 11. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 12. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 13. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 14. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Regional Snapshot 2022 & 2032
• FIG 15. North America Kraft Paper Bag Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 16. Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 17. Asia-Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 18. Latin America Kraft Paper Bag Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 19. Middle East & Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
• FIG 20. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market, Company Market Share Analysis (2023)
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This list is not complete; the final report does contain more than 50 figures. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.