Kraft Paper Bag Market Size, Share, and Outlook, 2025 Report- By Paper (Brown Kraft Paper, White Kraft Paper), By Product (Sewn Open Mouth, Pinched Bottom Open Mouth, Pasted Valve, Pasted Open Mouth, Flat Bottom, Others), By Thickness (1 Ply, 2 Ply, 3 Ply

Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook

Kraft Paper Bag Market Size is forecast to reach $7.3 Billion in 2032 from $5.2 Billion in 2025, at an optimistic growth rate of 4.9% from 2025 to 2032.. The Kraft Paper Bag market is a thriving business that is poised to keep growing and presents potential growth opportunities for companies across the industry value chain.

The comprehensive market research report presents 12-year historic and forecast data on Kraft Paper Bag segments across 22 countries from 2021 to 2032. Key segments in the report include By Paper (Brown Kraft Paper, White Kraft Paper), By Product (Sewn Open Mouth, Pinched Bottom Open Mouth, Pasted Valve, Pasted Open Mouth, Flat Bottom, Others), By Thickness (1 Ply, 2 Ply, 3 Ply), By End-User (Food Service, Retail, Pharmaceutical, E-commerce, Others). Over 70 tables and charts showcase findings from our latest survey report on Kraft Paper Bag markets.

Kraft Paper Bag Market Insights, 2025

Kraft paper bags are widely used in the retail, food, and packaging industries due to their strength, durability, and eco-friendly properties. These bags are commonly used for packaging groceries, clothing, and takeout food, providing an environmentally responsible alternative to plastic bags. The demand for kraft paper bags is growing due to increased consumer preference for sustainable packaging solutions, especially with rising concerns about plastic waste and environmental degradation. Kraft paper bags are biodegradable, recyclable, and reusable, making them a popular choice for brands looking to improve their environmental footprint. Furthermore, the growing number of regulations banning plastic bags in various regions is further propelling the market for kraft paper bags.

Five Trends that will define global Kraft Paper Bag market in 2025 and Beyond

A closer look at the multi-million global market for Kraft Paper Bag identifies rapidly shifting consumer preferences across categories. By focusing on growth and resilience, leading Kraft Paper Bag companies are prioritizing their investments across categories, markets, and geographies. The report analyses the most important market trends shaping the new landscape to support better decisions for the long and short-term future.

What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the Kraft Paper Bag industry?

The Kraft Paper Bag sector demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year across developed and developing economies. Further, the market presents significant opportunities to leverage the existing momentum towards actions by 2030. On the other hand, recent macroeconomic developments including rising inflation and supply chain disruptions are putting pressure on companies. The chapter assists users to identify growth avenues and address business challenges to make informed commercial decisions with unique insights, data forecasts, and in-depth market analyses.

Kraft Paper Bag Market Segment Insights

The Kraft Paper Bag industry presents strong offers across categories. The analytical report offers forecasts of Kraft Paper Bag industry performance across segments and countries. Key segments in the industry include- By Paper (Brown Kraft Paper, White Kraft Paper), By Product (Sewn Open Mouth, Pinched Bottom Open Mouth, Pasted Valve, Pasted Open Mouth, Flat Bottom, Others), By Thickness (1 Ply, 2 Ply, 3 Ply), By End-User (Food Service, Retail, Pharmaceutical, E-commerce, Others). The largest types, applications, and sales channels, fastest growing segments, and the key factors driving each of the categories are included in the report.

Forecasts of each segment across five regions are provided from 2021 through 2032 for Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East, and African regions. In addition, Kraft Paper Bag market size outlook is provided for 22 countries across these regions.

Market Value Chain

The chapter identifies potential companies and their operations across the global Kraft Paper Bag industry ecosystem. It assists decision-makers in evaluating global Kraft Paper Bag market fundamentals, market dynamics, and disruptive trends across the value chain segments.

Scenario Analysis and Forecasts

Strategic decision-making in the Kraft Paper Bag industry is multi-faceted with the increased need for planning across scenarios. The report provides forecasts across three case scenarios- low growth, reference case, and high growth cases.

Asia Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market Analysis- A Promising Growth Arena for Business Expansion

As companies increasingly expand across promising Asia Pacific markets with a combined population of over 4.5 billion, the medium-to-long-term future remains robust. The presence of the fastest-growing economies such as China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam coupled with strengthening middle-class populations and rising disposable incomes drive the market. In particular, China and India are witnessing rapid shifts in consumer purchasing behavior. China is recovering steadily with optimistic forecasts for 2025. Further, Japanese and South Korean markets remain stable with most companies focusing on new product launches and diversification of sales channels.

The State of Europe Kraft Paper Bag Industry 2025- Focus on Accelerating Competitiveness

As companies opt for an integrated agenda for competitiveness, the year 2025 presents optimistic scenarios for companies across the ecosystem. With signs of economic recovery across markets, companies are increasing their investments. Europe is one of the largest markets for Kraft Paper Bag with demand from both Western Europe and Eastern European regions increasing over the medium to long-term future. Increasing omnichannel shopping amidst robust consumer demand for value purchases shapes the market outlook. The report analyses the key Kraft Paper Bag market drivers and opportunities across Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and other Europe.

The US Kraft Paper Bag market Insights- Executives are most excited about opportunities for the US Kraft Paper Bag industry.

Easing inflation coupled with strengthening consumer sentiment is encouraging aggressive actions from the US Kraft Paper Bag companies. Market players consistently focusing on innovation and pursuing new ways to create value are set to excel in 2025. In addition, the Canadian and Mexican markets offer lucrative growth pockets for manufacturers and vendors. Focus on private-brand offerings and promotions, diversified sales channels, expansion into niche segments, adoption of advanced technologies, and sustainability are widely observed across the North American Kraft Paper Bag market.

Latin American Kraft Paper Bag market outlook rebounds in line with economic growth.

Underlying demand remains higher among urban consumers with an optimistic economic outlook across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other South and Central American countries. Increased consumer spending has been reported since H2-2024 and the prospects remain strong for 2025. Aggressive ecosystem moves to create new sources of income are widely observed across markets in the region. Marketing activities focused on customer insights, operations, and support functions are quickly gaining business growth in the region.

Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Bag Markets- New Opportunities for Companies Harnessing Diversity

Rapid growth in burgeoning urban locations coupled with a young and fast-growing population base is attracting new investments in the Middle East and African Kraft Paper Bag markets. Designing expansion and marketing strategies to cater to the local consumer base supports the market prospects. In addition to Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, and other markets, steady growth markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others present significant prospects for companies. On the other hand, Middle Eastern Kraft Paper Bag markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman continue to offer lucrative pockets of growth.

Competitive Landscape- How Kraft Paper Bag companies outcompete in 2025?

The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences and adapt businesses to niche consumer segments remains a key growth factor. The report identifies the leading companies in the industry and provides their revenue for 2024. The market shares of each company are also included in the report. Further, business profiles, SWOT analysis, and financial analysis of each company are provided in detail. Key companies analyzed in the report include B&H Bag Company, BillerudKorsnäs, Georgia-Pacific LLC, Huhtamäki Oyj, International Paper Company, Mondi Group, Nordic Paper, Novolex, PaperKraft Industries, Prompac LLC, Ronpak, Seaman Paper Company, SHAMROCK, Smurfit Kappa Group, WestRock Company.

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1. Table of Contents
List of Figures and Tables
2. Executive Summary
2.1 Key Highlights
2.1.1 Kraft Paper Bag Market Size Outlook, 2018-2024 and 2025-2032
2.1.2 Largest Kraft Paper Bag Market Types and Applications
2.1.3 Fastest Growing Segments
2.1.4 Potential Markets
2.1.5 Market Concentration
2.2 Market Scope and Segmentation
2.2.1 Market Scope- Segments
2.2.2 Market Scope- Countries
2.2.3 Macroeconomic and Demographic Outlook
2.2.4 Abbreviations
2.2.5 Units and Currency Conversions
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Primary Research Surveys
3.2 Secondary Data Sources
3.3 Data Triangulation
3.4 Forecast Methodology
3.5 Assumptions and Limitations
4. Introduction to Global Kraft Paper Bag Market in 2025
4.1 Industry Panorama
4.2 Leading Companies Profiled in the Study
4.3 Asia Pacific Markets offer Robust Market Prospects for New Entrants
4.4 Market Dynamics
4.4.1 Market Dynamics- Trends and Drivers
4.4.2 Market Dynamics- Opportunities and Challenges
4.5 Regional Analysis
4.6 Porter’s Five Force Analysis
4.6.1 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.6.2 Threat of New Entrants
4.6.3 Threat of Substitutes
4.6.4 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.6.5 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.7 Kraft Paper Bag Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.7.1 Stage of Value Chain
4.7.2 Key Activities of Companies
4.7.3 Companies Included in Each Stage
4.7.4 Key Insights
5. Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook to 2032
5.1 Market Size Forecast by Type, 2021-2024 and 2025-2032
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Application, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
5.3 Market Size Forecast by Geography, 2021-2024 and 2024-2032
By Paper
Brown Kraft Paper
White Kraft Paper
By Product
Sewn Open Mouth
Pinched Bottom Open Mouth
Pasted Valve
Pasted Open Mouth
Flat Bottom
Others
By Thickness
1 Ply
2 Ply
3 Ply
By End-User
Food Service
Retail
Pharmaceutical
E-commerce
Others
6. Global Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook across Growth Scenarios
6.1 Low Growth Scenario
6.2 Base/Reference Case
6.3 High Growth Scenario
6. North America Kraft Paper Bag Market Size Outlook
6.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
6.2 North America Kraft Paper Bag Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
6.2.1 North America Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Type
6.2.2 North America Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Application
6.3 North America Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Country
6.3.1 The US Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
6.3.2 Canada Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
6.3.3 Mexico Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7. Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market Size Outlook
7.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
7.2 Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
7.2.1 Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Type
7.2.2 Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Application
7.3 Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Country
7.3.2 Germany Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.3 France Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.4 The UK Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.5 Spain Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.6 Italy Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.7 Russia Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
7.3.8 Rest of Europe Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8. Asia Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market Size Outlook
8.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
8.2 Asia Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
8.2.1 Asia Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Type
8.2.2 Asia Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Application
8.3 Asia Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Country
8.3.1 China Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.2 India Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.3 Japan Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.4 South Korea Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.5 Australia Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.6 South East Asia Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
8.3.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9. South America Kraft Paper Bag Market Size Outlook
9.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
9.2 South America Kraft Paper Bag Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
9.2.1 South America Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Type
9.2.2 South America Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Application
9.3 South America Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Country
9.3.1 Brazil Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9.3.2 Argentina Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
9.3.3 Rest of South and Central America Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10. Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market Size Outlook
10.1 Key Market Statistics, 2024
10.2 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market Trends and Growth Opportunities
10.2.1 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Type
10.2.2 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Application
10.3 Middle East and Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook by Country
10.3.1 Saudi Arabia Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.2 The UAE Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.3 Rest of Middle East Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.4 South Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.5 Egypt Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
10.3.6 Rest of Africa Kraft Paper Bag Market Outlook, 2021- 2032
11. Company Profiles
11.1 Leading 10 Companies
B&H Bag Company
BillerudKorsnäs
Georgia-Pacific LLC
Huhtamäki Oyj
International Paper Company
Mondi Group
Nordic Paper
Novolex
PaperKraft Industries
Prompac LLC
Ronpak
Seaman Paper Company
SHAMROCK
Smurfit Kappa Group
WestRock Company
11.2 Overview
11.3 Products and Services
11.4 SWOT Profile
12. Appendix
12.1 Subscription Options
12.2 Customization Options
12.3 Publisher Details

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