Global Sustainable Packaging Market is estimated to be valued at USD 430.01 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 709.23 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4% from 2025 to 2032.
Report Coverage
Report Details
Base Year:
2024
Market Size in 2025:
USD 430.01 Bn
Historical Data for:
2020 To 2024
Forecast Period:
2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:
7.40%
2032 Value Projection:
USD 709.23 Bn
Figure. Sustainable Packaging Market Share (%), By Region 2025
Sustainable packaging refers to the development and use of packaging that results in improved sustainability and involves the reduction in use of raw materials, decreased emissions of greenhouse gases and pollution, and reduced energy use. Rising concerns over environmental degradation due to excessive use of plastics for packaging and growing awareness about sustainable development have prompted companies to shift their focus towards eco-friendly packaging solutions. Furthermore, stringent government regulations regarding the use of plastics and policies promoting sustainability boosts demand for sustainable packaging products. With the packaging industry undergoing a transition towards sustainability, the global sustainable packaging market is expected to witness growth significantly over the forecast period.
Market Dynamics:
Global sustainable packaging market growth is driven by several factors such as rising environmental concerns due to excessive plastic waste, stringent government regulations regarding use of plastics, and growing awareness among consumers about eco-friendly products. However, high costs associated with sustainable packaging solutions as compared to conventional packaging and lack of standardization can hamper the market growth. Development of innovative sustainable packaging materials through continued research and new product launches present a lucrative opportunity for the market growth. Moreover, partnerships between packaging manufacturers and brands to promote use of sustainable materials can drive the market growth.
Key Features of the Study:
This report provides in-depth analysis of the global sustainable packaging market, and provides market size (US$ 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 approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Amcor Limited, Westrock Company, TetraPak International S.A., Sonoco Products Company, Smurfit Kappa Group PLC, Sealed Air Corporation, Mondi PLC, Huhtamaki OYJ, BASF SE, Ardagh Group S.A, Ball Corporation, Crown Holdings, Inc., DS Smith Plc, Genpak LLC, International Paper Company, Pcakmile, Ecoware, Greenhandle Products Private Limited, Sustainable Packaging Industries, and Mpacks.
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.
Global sustainable 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 sustainable packaging market.
Detailed Segmentation-
By Material Type:
Glass
Plastic
Metal
Paper
Others
By Process:
Reusable Packaging
Degradable Packaging
Recycled Packaging
By End User Industry:
Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Food and Beverage
Other End user Industries
By Region:
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Company Profiles:
Amcor Limited
Westrock Company
TetraPak International S.A.
Sonoco Products Company
Smurfit Kappa Group PLC
Sealed Air Corporation
Mondi PLC
Huhtamaki OYJ
BASF SE
Ardagh Group S.A
Ball Corporation
Crown Holdings, Inc.
DS Smith Plc
Genpak LLC
International Paper Company
Pcakmile
Ecoware
Greenhandle Products Private Limited
Sustainable Packaging Industries
Mpacks
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Market Snippet, By Material Type
Market Snippet, By Process
Market Snippet, By End User Industry
Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Restraints
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Five Forces Analysis
Market Opportunities
Regulatory Scenario
Key Developments
Industry Trends
4. Global Sustainable Packaging Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Overview
Factors Affecting the Global Sustainable Packaging Market
Impact Analysis
5. Global Sustainable Packaging Market, By Material Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Glass
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Plastic
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Metal
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Paper
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Others
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
6. Global Sustainable Packaging Market, By Process, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Reusable Packaging
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Degradable Packaging
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Recycled Packaging
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
7. Global Sustainable Packaging Market, By End User Industry, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Food and Beverage
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
Other End user Industries
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
Segment Trends
8. Global Sustainable Packaging Market, By Region, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020 - 2032
North America
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Material Type, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Process, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End User Industry, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Material Type, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Process, 2020- 2032, (US$ BN & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End User Industry, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Material Type, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Process, 2020- 2032, (US$ BN & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End User Industry, 2020- 2032 (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
U.K.
Germany
Italy
France
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Material Type, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Process, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End User Industry, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
China
India
Japan
ASEAN
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Country, 2020 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Material Type, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Process, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By End User Industry, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (US$ Bn & KT)