Global Paper Bag Market Size Study, By Product Type (Sewn Open Mouth, Pinched Bottom Open Mouth, Pasted Valves, Pasted Open Mouth, Flat Bottom), By Thickness, By Material, By End Use (Food Service, Retail, E-Commerce, Industrial) and Regional Forecasts 20

Global Paper Bag Market Size Study, By Product Type (Sewn Open Mouth, Pinched Bottom Open Mouth, Pasted Valves, Pasted Open Mouth, Flat Bottom), By Thickness, By Material, By End Use (Food Service, Retail, E-Commerce, Industrial) and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032


The Global Paper Bag Market is valued at approximately USD 5.8 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a steady CAGR of 4.30% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2032. Paper bags, a hallmark of sustainable packaging, are increasingly replacing single-use plastic bags in a wide range of applications due to their eco-friendly nature and adaptability. Constructed from recyclable and biodegradable materials, these bags align seamlessly with evolving consumer and regulatory preferences. As industries such as retail, food service, and e-commerce intensify their sustainability efforts, the demand for paper bags is accelerating across various sectors globally.

The growth trajectory of the market is underpinned by several critical factors. Governments worldwide are instituting bans and restrictions on plastic bags, which has propelled the adoption of paper bags as a viable alternative. Furthermore, advancements in manufacturing technologies are enabling the production of stronger, customizable, and aesthetically appealing paper bags. However, the market faces challenges such as higher production costs compared to conventional plastic bags and supply chain inefficiencies. Despite these hurdles, the increasing focus on sustainability and innovations in raw materials promise to mitigate such obstacles over time.

Geographically, North America and Europe are leading the global paper bag market due to strict environmental regulations, robust industrialization, and growing consumer awareness about eco-friendly practices. North America’s dominance is fueled by the region's advanced retail and food service sectors, coupled with initiatives promoting the circular economy. Meanwhile, the Asia Pacific region is emerging as a lucrative market, driven by rapid urbanization, expanding industrial applications, and government-backed efforts to reduce plastic pollution. Countries like China and India are witnessing unprecedented adoption of paper bags, particularly in the retail and e-commerce industries.

Major market players included in this report are:
• Mondi Group
• Smurfit Kappa Group
• International Paper Company
• WestRock Company
• DS Smith Plc
• Novolex Holdings, Inc.
• Paper Bag Co.
• Global-Pak, Inc.
• Genpak LLC
• El Dorado Packaging, Inc.
• The Pack Company
• Holmen Group
• Welton Bibby & Baron
• Essentra Plc
• Huhtamaki Oyj

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

By Product Type:
• Sewn Open Mouth
• Pinched Bottom Open Mouth
• Pasted Valves
• Pasted Open Mouth
• Flat Bottom

By Thickness:
• Lightweight
• Medium-weight
• Heavyweight

By Material:
• Kraft Paper
• Recycled Paper
• Specialty Paper

By End Use:
• Food Service
• Retail
• E-Commerce
• Industrial

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
• Rest of Latin America

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:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of the geographical landscape with country-level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approaches.
• Analysis of the competitive structure of the market.
• Demand-side and supply-side analysis of the market.

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Chapter 1. Global Paper Bag Market Executive Summary
1.1. Global Paper Bag Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Product Type
1.3.2. By Thickness
1.3.3. By Material
1.3.4. By End Use
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global 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 Paper Bag Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Increasing Environmental Awareness
3.1.2. Regulatory Support for Sustainable Packaging
3.1.3. Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. Higher Production Costs
3.2.2. Supply Chain Inefficiencies
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Growth in the Food and Beverage Sector
3.3.2. Expansion in Emerging Markets
3.3.3. Innovations in Raw Materials
Chapter 4. Global 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 Paper Bag Market Size & Forecasts by Product Type 2022-2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Paper Bag Market: Product Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
5.2.1. Sewn Open Mouth
5.2.2. Pinched Bottom Open Mouth
5.2.3. Pasted Valves
5.2.4. Pasted Open Mouth
5.2.5. Flat Bottom
Chapter 6. Global Paper Bag Market Size & Forecasts by End Use 2022-2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Paper Bag Market: End Use Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
6.2.1. Food Service
6.2.2. Retail
6.2.3. E-Commerce
6.2.4. Industrial
Chapter 7. Global Paper Bag Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032
7.1. North America Paper Bag Market
7.1.1. U.S. Paper Bag Market
7.1.1.1. Product Type Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
7.1.1.2. End Use Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
7.1.2. Canada Paper Bag Market
7.2. Europe Paper Bag Market
7.2.1. U.K. Paper Bag Market
7.2.2. Germany Paper Bag Market
7.2.3. France Paper Bag Market
7.2.4. Spain Paper Bag Market
7.2.5. Italy Paper Bag Market
7.2.6. Rest of Europe Paper Bag Market
7.3. Asia-Pacific Paper Bag Market
7.3.1. China Paper Bag Market
7.3.2. India Paper Bag Market
7.3.3. Japan Paper Bag Market
7.3.4. Australia Paper Bag Market
7.3.5. South Korea Paper Bag Market
7.3.6. Rest of Asia Pacific Paper Bag Market
7.4. Latin America Paper Bag Market
7.4.1. Brazil Paper Bag Market
7.4.2. Mexico Paper Bag Market
7.4.3. Rest of Latin America Paper Bag Market
7.5. Middle East & Africa Paper Bag Market
7.5.1. Saudi Arabia Paper Bag Market
7.5.2. South Africa Paper Bag Market
7.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Paper Bag Market
Chapter 8. Competitive Intelligence
8.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
8.1.1. Mondi Group
8.1.2. Smurfit Kappa Group
8.1.3. International Paper Company
8.2. Top Market Strategies
8.3. Company Profiles
8.3.1. Mondi Group
8.3.1.1. Key Information
8.3.1.2. Overview
8.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
8.3.1.4. Product Summary
8.3.1.5. Market Strategies
8.3.2. Smurfit Kappa Group
8.3.3. International Paper Company
8.3.4. WestRock Company
8.3.5. DS Smith Plc
8.3.6. Novolex Holdings, Inc.
8.3.7. Paper Bag Co.
8.3.8. Global-Pak, Inc.
8.3.9. Genpak LLC
8.3.10. El Dorado Packaging, Inc.
8.3.11. The Pack Company
8.3.12. Holmen Group
8.3.13. Welton Bibby & Baron
8.3.14. Essentra Plc
8.3.15. Huhtamaki Oyj
Chapter 9. Research Process
9.1. Research Process
9.1.1. Data Mining
9.1.2. Analysis
9.1.3. Market Estimation
9.1.4. Validation
9.1.5. Publishing
9.2. Research Attributes
List of Tables
TABLE 1. Global Paper Bag market, report scope
TABLE 2. Global Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts by Region 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 3. Global Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts by Product Type 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 4. Global Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts by End Use 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 5. Global Paper Bag market by segment, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 6. Global Paper Bag market by region, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 7. Global Paper Bag market by segment, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 8. Global Paper Bag market by region, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 9. Global Paper Bag market by segment, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 10. Global Paper Bag market by region, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 11. Global Paper Bag market by segment, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 12. Global Paper Bag market by region, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 13. Global Paper Bag market by segment, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 14. Global Paper Bag market by region, estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 15. U.S. Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 16. U.S. Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts by segment 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 17. U.S. Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts by segment 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 18. Canada Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 19. Canada Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts by segment 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 20. Canada Paper Bag market estimates & forecasts by segment 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
This list is not complete, final report does contain more than 100 tables. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.
List of Figures
FIGURE 1. Global Paper Bag market, research methodology
FIGURE 2. Global Paper Bag market, market estimation techniques
FIGURE 3. Global market size estimates & forecast methods.
FIGURE 4. Global Paper Bag market, key trends 2023
FIGURE 5. Global Paper Bag market, growth prospects 2022-2032
FIGURE 6. Global Paper Bag market, Porter’s 5 Force Model
FIGURE 7. Global Paper Bag market, PESTEL analysis
FIGURE 8. Global Paper Bag market, value chain analysis
FIGURE 9. Global Paper Bag market by segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 10. Global Paper Bag market by segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 11. Global Paper Bag market by segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 12. Global Paper Bag market by segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 13. Global Paper Bag market by segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 14. Global Paper Bag market, regional snapshot 2022 & 2032
FIGURE 15. North America Paper Bag market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 16. Europe Paper Bag market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 17. Asia Pacific Paper Bag market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 18. Latin America Paper Bag market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 19. Middle East & Africa Paper Bag market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 20. Global Paper Bag market, company market share analysis (2023)
This list is not complete, final report does contain more than 50 figures. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.

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