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Global Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market Size is valued at USD 232.9 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to reach USD 585.0 Billion by the year 2034 at a 9.8% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034.
Key Industry Insights & Findings from the Report:
Biological agents like bacteria and fungi organically break down eco-friendly items into parts. These products are frequently made of natural materials, including wood, paper, textiles, and food waste; biological processes can break down. For information, identity, presentation, and convenience, eco-friendly packaging entails using naturally degradable materials to safeguard items from manufacturing to consumption. Some of the factors driving the growth of this market include the shift in customer preferences toward recyclable and eco-friendly packaging, tight governmental regulations, and downsizing in the packaging industry. The demand for biodegradable food packaging is expanding thanks to more advanced technology in the packaging industry for creating packaging using non-petroleum goods. The biodegradable food packaging market is also driven by cutting-edge interests like edible and water-soluble packaging.
The demand for convenient meals is likely to rise, and customers' health and wellness knowledge is expected to grow over the projection period. These reasons are projected to drive the market for environmentally friendly food packaging. However, the food and beverage business is a significant contributor to waste plastic, and consumers seek alternatives to single-use plastics to reduce waste. As a result, packaging businesses are increasingly focusing on providing recyclable, recycled, and biodegradable packaging materials, which will enhance customer demand for ecologically friendly food packaging.
The Eco-friendly Food Packaging market is segmented on material, application, type and technique. Based on material, the market is segmented into Paper & Paperboard, Plastic, Metal (Cans, Barrels & Drums, Other Materials), Glass (Jars, Bottles, Tubes And Containers), Other Packaging Materials. Based on the application, the Eco-friendly Food Packaging is segmented into Food (Bakery & Confectionery Products, Convenience Foods, Meat, Fish, And Poultry, Fruits & Vegetables, Dairy Products, Other Food Products), Beverages(Alcoholic Beverages, Non-Alcoholic Beverages). Based on type, the market is segmented into Recycled content packaging, Degradable packaging and Reusable packaging. Based on technique, the market is segmented into Active Packaging, Molded Packaging, Alternate Fiber Packaging and Multipurpose Packaging.
The paper & paperboard category dominated the market. The transportation of bulk food and beverage goods and the widespread usage of paper and paperboard in the food service and retail industries are to blame for this. Paper and paperboard are the most popular packaging materials in the food and beverage industry due to their degradability and recyclable qualities. Due to increased environmental concerns, ready-to-eat, on-the-go, frozen, and fresh meals are increasingly offered and delivered in paperboard packaging.
The food category regarding revenue dominated the market for eco-friendly food packaging worldwide. The food section also includes convenience foods, fruits and vegetables, dairy and meat products, bakery and confectionery, and bakery and confectionery. Because food items like meat, vegetables, fruits, and other perishables must be consumed fresh, eco-friendly packaging is frequently utilized. Additionally, rising consumer preferences for hygiene have facilitated market expansion. In addition, the rising demand for convenience foods and the increasing number of working women are the main drivers of segment revenue growth.
The European Eco-friendly Food Packaging market is expected to register the highest market share in revenue in the near future because the use of single-use plastics, which are detrimental to the environment, is strictly prohibited by government regulations in the European Union. The European Directive established the guidelines for the circular economy and sustainability norms. European businesses are implementing the circular economy goal by utilizing recyclable, recycled, and biodegradable materials. In addition, Asia Pacific is projected to grow rapidly in the global Eco-friendly Food Packaging market due to customers' busy lifestyles; there is an increase in demand for convenience foods such as packed meals or pre-prepared meals (which require less additional preparation by the consumer). China, home to most of the world's manufacturing, is changing its packaging practices and materials to be more environmentally friendly. Due to the substantial amount of goods exported from China, this choice will significantly impact market revenue growth in the area.
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Report Attribute |
Specifications |
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Market Size Value In 2024 |
USD 232.9 Billion |
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Revenue Forecast In 2034 |
USD 585.0 Billion |
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Growth Rate CAGR |
CAGR of 9.8% from 2025 to 2034 |
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Quantitative Units |
Representation of revenue in US$ Bn,and CAGR from 2025 to 2034 |
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Historic Year |
2021 to 2024 |
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Forecast Year |
2025-2034 |
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Report Coverage |
The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
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Segments Covered |
Material, Application, Technique, Type |
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Regional Scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
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Country Scope |
U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico ;The UK; France; Italy; Spain; China; Japan; India; South Korea; South East Asia; South Korea; South East Asia |
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Competitive Landscape |
Cargill Incorporated, Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), Ingredion, DuPont, Roquetee Freres, Pyure Brands LLC., Steviahubindia, Fooditive Group, Foodchem International Corporation, Evolva, Wisdom Natural Brands, GLG Life Tech Corp., and MacAndrews & Forbes Incorporated. |
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Customization Scope |
Free customization report with the procurement of the report, Modifications to the regional and segment scope. Particular Geographic competitive landscape. |
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Pricing And Available Payment Methods |
Explore pricing alternatives that are customized to your particular study requirements. |
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by Materials Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. by Materials Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Materials Type:
5.2.1. Paper & Paperboard
5.2.2. Plastic
5.2.3. Metal
5.2.3.1. Cans
5.2.3.2. Barrels & Drums
5.2.3.3. Other Materials
5.2.4. Glass
5.2.4.1. Jars
5.2.4.2. Bottles
5.2.4.3. Tubes And Containers
5.2.5. Other Packaging Materials
Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. by Application & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Application:
6.2.1. Food
6.2.1.1. Bakery & Confectionery Products
6.2.1.2. Convenience Foods
6.2.1.3. Meat, Fish, And Poultry
6.2.1.4. Fruits & Vegetables
6.2.1.5. Dairy Products
6.2.1.6. Other Food Products
6.2.2. Beverages
6.2.2.1. Alcoholic Beverages
6.2.2.2. Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: by Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. by Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
7.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Type:
7.2.1. Recycled Content Packaging
7.2.2. Degradable Packaging
7.2.3. Reusable Packaging
Chapter 8. Market Segmentation 4: by Technique Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. by Technique & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
8.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Technique:
8.2.1. Active Packaging
8.2.2. Molded Packaging
8.2.3. Alternate Fiber Packaging
8.2.4. Multipurpose Packaging
Chapter 9. Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market Segmentation 5: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. North America
9.1.1. North America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Materials Type, 2021-2034
9.1.2. North America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2021-2034
9.1.3. North America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Type, 2021-2034
9.1.4. North America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Technique, 2021-2034
9.1.5. North America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.2. Europe
9.2.1. Europe Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Materials Type, 2021-2034
9.2.2. Europe Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Application, 2021-2034
9.2.3. Europe Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Type, 2021-2034
9.2.4. Europe Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Technique, 2021-2034
9.2.5. Europe Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
9.3. Asia Pacific
9.3.1. Asia Pacific Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Materials Type, 2021-2034
9.3.2. Asia Pacific Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Application, 2021-2034
9.3.3. Asia-Pacific Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Type, 2021-2034
9.3.4. Asia Pacific Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Technique, 2021-2034
9.3.5. Asia Pacific Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
9.4. Latin America
9.4.1. Latin America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Materials Type, 2021-2034
9.4.2. Latin America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Application, 2021-2034
9.4.3. Latin America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Type, 2021-2034
9.4.4. Latin America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Technique, 2021-2034
9.4.5. Latin America Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
9.5. Middle East & Africa
9.5.1. Middle East & Africa Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Materials Type, 2021-2034
9.5.2. Middle East & Africa Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Application, 2021-2034
9.5.3. Middle East & Africa Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Type, 2021-2034
9.5.4. Middle East & Africa Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by Technique, 2021-2034
9.5.5. Middle East & Africa Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market revenue (US$ Million) by country, 2021-2034
Chapter 10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
10.2. Company Profiles
10.2.1. Amcor
10.2.2. Mondi Group
10.2.3. Sealed Air Corporation
10.2.4. Ball Corporation
10.2.5. Tetra Pak
10.2.6. Crown Holdings Inc.
10.2.7. Basf
10.2.8. Huhtamaki Oyj
10.2.9. Westrock Company
10.2.10. Smurfit Kappa Group
10.2.11. Sonoco Products Company
10.2.12. Evergreen Packaging
10.2.13. Elopak
10.2.14. Winpak Ltd.
10.2.15. Berry Global
10.2.16. Printpak Inc.
10.2.17. Paperfoam
10.2.18. Sustainable Packaging Industries
10.2.19. Gwp Group
10.2.20. Swedbrand Groups
10.2.21. Other Prominent Players
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InsightAce Analytic follows a standard and comprehensive market research methodology focused on offering the most accurate and precise market insights. The methods followed for all our market research studies include three significant steps – primary research, secondary research, and data modeling and analysis - to derive the current market size and forecast it over the forecast period. In this study, these three steps were used iteratively to generate valid data points (minimum deviation), which were cross-validated through multiple approaches mentioned below in the data modeling section.
Through secondary research methods, information on the market under study, its peer, and the parent market was collected. This information was then entered into data models. The resulted data points and insights were then validated by primary participants.
Based on additional insights from these primary participants, more directional efforts were put into doing secondary research and optimize data models. This process was repeated till all data models used in the study produced similar results (with minimum deviation). This way, this iterative process was able to generate the most accurate market numbers and qualitative insights.
Secondary research
The secondary research sources that are typically mentioned to include, but are not limited to:
The paid sources for secondary research like Factiva, OneSource, Hoovers, and Statista
Primary Research:
Primary research involves telephonic interviews, e-mail interactions, as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and subsegment across geographies
The contributors who typically take part in such a course include, but are not limited to:
Data Modeling and Analysis:
In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.
The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.
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