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Report Overview
The global biodegradable food service disposables market reached a value of almost USD 3.10 Billion in the year 2024. The biodegradable food service disposables industry is further expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.10% between 2025 and 2034 to reach a value of almost USD 5.60 Billion by 2034.
2024
Base Year
2018-2024
Historical Year
2025-2034
Forecast Year
Compound Annual Growth Rate
Value in USD Billion
6.1%
2025-2034
Biodegradable Food Service Disposables Market Outlook
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| Global Biodegradable Food Service Disposables Market Report Summary | Description | Value |
| Base Year | USD Billion | 2024 |
| Historical period | USD Billion | 2018-2024 |
| Forecast Period | USD Billion | 2025-2034 |
| Market Size 2024 | USD Billion | 3.10 |
| Market Size 2034 | USD Billion | 5.60 |
| CAGR 2018-2024 | Percentage | XX% |
| CAGR 2025-2034 | Percentage | 6.10% |
| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Region | Europe | 6.8% |
| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country | UK | 7.1% |
| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country | Germany | 6.9% |
| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Raw Material Type | Pulp and Paper | 6.7% |
| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by End Use | Cups | 6.9% |
| Market Share by Country 2024 | Germany | 6.8% |
The global biodegradable food service disposables market is driven by rising environmental concerns. Europe is the leading regional market for biodegradable food service disposables, as it accounts for the majority of the global share. The market is expected to increase, owing to several factors such as reducing the waste build-up and its ability to contribute to a cleaner, safer, and healthier environment.
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| 2024 Market Share by | Country |
| Germany | 6.8% |
| USA | XX% |
| Canada | XX% |
Market Segmentation
Biodegradable disposables are alternatives to paper and plastic disposables, which are environment-friendly in nature. They are primarily produced using naturally derived substances such as wheat bran, corn starch, sugarcane fibre (Bagasse), bamboo, areca nut sheaths, and dried leaves, including palm leaves and coconut coir. As compared to non-biodegradable disposables, biodegradable disposables can be decomposed completely over time by the action of biological organisms and processes.
The industry is segmented on the basis of raw material type into:
- Pulp and Paper
- Biopolymers
- Leaves
- Wood
Among all of these, the pulp and paper segment holds the majority of the total market share of biodegradable food service disposables.
On the basis of product type, the market is divided into:
- Cups
- Clamshells and Containers
- Plates
- Cutleries
- Others
Presently, cups lead the market, accounting for the largest share.
On the basis of distribution channel, the market is segmented into:
- Business to Customer (B2C)
- Business to Business (B2B)
Business to Business (B2B) is further divided into supermarkets and hypermarkets, online stores, and others. Amongst these, supermarkets and hypermarkets presently dominate the market.
On the basis of region, the market is segmented into:
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by | Raw Material Type |
| Pulp and Paper | 6.7% |
| Leaves | 6.3% |
| Biopolymers | XX% |
| Wood | XX% |
| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by | End Use |
| Cups | 6.9% |
| Clamshells and Containers | 6.5% |
| Plates | XX% |
| Cutleries | XX% |
| Others | XX% |
| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by | Region |
| Europe | 6.8% |
| North America | 6.4% |
| Asia Pacific | XX% |
| Latin America | XX% |
| Middle East and Africa | XX% |
Market Analysis
The global biodegradable food service disposables industry is driven by the growing environmental concerns and changing consumer preferences toward eco-friendly products. The market is further aided by the implementation of bans on plastic products and strict regulations to control landfills by the governments of several nations. In addition to this, non-governmental organisations and food service providers are taking initiatives to help reduce plastic and paper waste by the introduction of several awareness campaigns; thereby, fuelling the demand for eco-friendly products like biodegradable food service disposables. In addition to this, the easy availability of raw materials for the production of these disposables provides a stimulus to the market growth. Furthermore, rapid urbanisation, on-the-go food culture, and sedentary lifestyles are expected to boost the growth of the market in the forecast period.
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| CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by | Country |
| UK | 7.1% |
| Germany | 6.9% |
| Brazil | 6.8% |
| USA | 6.3% |
| France | 6.2% |
| Canada | XX% |
| Italy | XX% |
| China | XX% |
| Japan | XX% |
| India | XX% |
| Australia | 5.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | XX% |
| Mexico | XX% |
Competitive Landscape
The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global biodegradable food service disposables market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:
- Dart Container Corporation
- Pactiv LLC
- WestRock Company.
- Others
The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis.
*While we strive to always give you current and accurate information, the numbers depicted on the website are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the main report. At Expert Market Research, we aim to bring you the latest insights and trends in the market. Using our analyses and forecasts, stakeholders can understand the market dynamics, navigate challenges, and capitalize on opportunities to make data-driven strategic decisions.*
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Key Questions Answered in the Report
In 2024, the market attained a value of nearly USD 3.10 Billion.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.10% between 2025 and 2034.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach around USD 5.60 Billion by 2034.
The major drivers of the market are rising disposable incomes, increasing urbanisation, growing environmental concerns, increasing shift towards eco-friendly products, awareness campaigns, and easy availability of raw materials.
The rising implementation of plastic bans across the globe, introduction of strict regulations by various governments to control landfills, and the growing on-the-go food culture are the major trends driving the growth of the market.
The major regions in the market are North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.
The various raw material types in the market are pulp and paper, biopolymers, leaves, and wood.
The leading product types in the market are cups, clamshells and containers, plates, and cutleries, among others.
The most significant distribution channels in the market are business to customer (B2C) and business to business (B2B).
The key players in the global biodegradable food service disposables market are Dart Container Corporation, Pactiv LLC, and WestRock Company, among others.
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