Compostable Packaging Market, By Material, By Product, By Application, By Geography

Description

Compostable Packaging Market is estimated to be valued at USD 76.81 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 120.14 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6% from 2025 to 2032.

Report Coverage		Report Details
Base Year:	2024	Market Size in 2025:	USD 76.81 Bn
Historical Data for:	2020 To 2024	Forecast Period:	2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:	6.60%	2032 Value Projection:	USD 120.14 Bn

The Global Compostable Packaging Market is estimated to be valued at USD 76.81 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 120.14 Bn by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6% from 2025 to 2032. The global compostable packaging market has emerged as a promising solution to the escalating environmental concerns associated with conventional packaging materials. Compostable packaging, derived from renewable resources, undergoes decomposition through microbial activity, converting into nutrient-rich compost without leaving toxic residues. This eco-friendly packaging alternative aligns with the growing sustainability consciousness among consumers and businesses worldwide.

Market Dynamics

The global compostable packaging market is driven by several factors, including increasing environmental awareness, supportive government regulations, and the rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Consumers are becoming more conscious of the environmental impact of their purchasing decisions, leading to a shift in preference towards eco-friendly packaging alternatives. Governments worldwide are implementing regulations and bans on single-use plastics, further propelling the adoption of compostable packaging. However, the market faces certain restraints, such as higher production costs compared to traditional packaging materials and limited composting infrastructure in certain regions.

Key Features of the Study

This report provides in-depth analysis of the global compostable packaging market, and provides market size (USD Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2024 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global compostable packaging market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Novamont S.p.A., BASF SE, NatureWorks LLC, Tetra Pak, Smurfit Kappa Group, Amcor plc, Sealed Air Corporation, Biopac Ltd., Mondi Group, Plantic Technologies Ltd., BioBag International AS, Avery Dennison Corporation, Earthpack, PackTech, and Green Packaging Group
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global compostable packaging market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global compostable packaging market

Market Segmentation

Material Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
- Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- Cellulose
- Bamboo
- Wood
- Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)
Product Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
- Bags
- Trays
- Pouches
- Films
- Others
Application Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
- Food & Beverages
- Pharmaceuticals
- Cosmetics
- Others
Regional Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2020 - 2032)
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- Spain
- France
- Italy
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- ASEAN
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East
- GCC Countries
- Israel
- Rest of Middle East
- Africa
- South Africa
- North Africa
- Central Africa
Key Players Insights
- Novamont S.p.A.
- BASF SE
- NatureWorks LLC
- Tetra Pak
- Smurfit Kappa Group
- Amcor plc
- Sealed Air Corporation
- Biopac Ltd.
- Mondi Group
- Plantic Technologies Ltd.
- BioBag International AS
- Avery Dennison Corporation
- Earthpack
- PackTech
- Green Packaging Group

Product Code: CMI8110

1. Research Objectives and Assumptions

Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations

2. Market Purview

Report Description
- Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
- Global Compostable Packaging Market, By Material
- Global Compostable Packaging Market, By Product
- Global Compostable Packaging Market, By Application
- Global Compostable Packaging Market, By Region

3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

Market Dynamics
Impact Analysis
Key Highlights
Regulatory Scenario
Product Launches/Approvals
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Analysis
Market Opportunities
Regulatory Scenario
Key Developments
Industry Trends

4. Global Compostable Packaging Market, By Material, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
- Segment Trends
Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Cellulose
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Bamboo
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Wood
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)

5. Global Compostable Packaging Market, By Product, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
- Segment Trends
Bags
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Trays
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Pouches
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Films
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Others
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)

6. Global Compostable Packaging Market, By Application, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
- Segment Trends
Food & Beverages
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Pharmaceuticals
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Cosmetics
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Others
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)

7. Global Compostable Packaging Market, By Region, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share (%) Analysis, 2025,2028 & 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), 2021 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Regional Trends
North America
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, By Material, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - U.S.
  - Canada
Latin America
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, By Material, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Brazil
  - Argentina
  - Mexico
  - Rest of Latin America
Europe
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, By Material, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - Germany
  - U.K.
  - Spain
  - France
  - Italy
  - Russia
  - Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, By Material, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - China
  - India
  - Japan
  - Australia
  - South Korea
  - ASEAN
  - Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, By Material, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - GCC Countries
  - Israel
  - Rest of Middle East
Africa
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, By Material, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Product, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, By Country/Region, 2020 - 2032, Value (USD Bn)
  - South Africa
  - North Africa
  - Central Africa

8. Competitive Landscape

Novamont S.p.A.
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
BASF SE
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
NatureWorks LLC
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Tetra Pak
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Smurfit Kappa Group
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Amcor plc
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Sealed Air Corporation
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Biopac Ltd.
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Mondi Group
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Plantic Technologies Ltd.
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
BioBag International AS
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Avery Dennison Corporation
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Earthpack
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
PackTech
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies
Green Packaging Group
- Company Highlights
- Product Portfolio
- Key Developments
- Financial Performance
- Strategies

9. Analyst Recommendations

Wheel of Fortune
Analyst View
Coherent Opportunity Map

10. References and Research Methodology

References
Research Methodology
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