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Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Size Study, by Material (Paper & Cardboard, Biopolymer), by Type, by Distribution Channel, by Application, and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

Publisher Bizwit Research & Consulting
Published Mar 15, 2025
Length 285 Pages
SKU # BIZW19841890

Description

The Global Zero Waste Packaging Market, currently valued at approximately USD 241.2 billion in 2023, is poised for robust expansion at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.60% over the forecast period 2024-2032. The rising emphasis on sustainable packaging solutions, regulatory mandates promoting eco-friendly materials, and increasing consumer awareness of environmental concerns are key factors driving this market’s momentum.

With industries striving for sustainability, zero waste packaging has gained immense traction across food & beverage, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and e-commerce sectors. Businesses are increasingly transitioning to biodegradable, recyclable, and compostable packaging solutions to minimize landfill waste and reduce carbon footprints. Materials such as paper, cardboard, and biopolymers are witnessing growing adoption due to their renewable nature and ability to decompose without causing environmental harm. Additionally, brands are innovating with reusable and returnable packaging models, particularly in the e-commerce industry, to combat excessive plastic waste and promote circular economy principles.

Despite the rising demand for zero waste packaging, the industry faces challenges such as high production costs, limited infrastructure for large-scale recycling, and supply chain constraints in sourcing sustainable materials. However, advancements in compostable biopolymers, plant-based coatings, and digital packaging technologies are set to overcome these barriers, enhancing market feasibility. Moreover, government initiatives, including plastic bans and extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs, are accelerating the shift towards eco-conscious packaging solutions across industries.

Regionally, Europe dominates the global zero waste packaging market, led by stringent environmental regulations, consumer preference for sustainable products, and government-backed circular economy initiatives. North America follows closely, driven by corporate sustainability goals and growing demand for eco-friendly packaging in retail and e-commerce. Meanwhile, the Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to experience the fastest growth due to rising industrialization, increasing disposable incomes, and a surging need for sustainable packaging solutions in emerging economies like China and India. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are also witnessing steady growth, propelled by increasing government efforts to curb plastic pollution and promote green packaging alternatives.

Major Market Players Included in This Report:
• Amcor Plc
• Tetra Pak International S.A.
• Mondi Group
• Smurfit Kappa Group
• WestRock Company
• DS Smith Plc
• Berry Global Inc.
• Sealed Air Corporation
• Huhtamaki Oyj
• UPM-Kymmene Corporation
• Crown Holdings Inc.
• Ball Corporation
• BASF SE
• International Paper Company
• Stora Enso

The Detailed Segments and Sub-Segments of the Market Are Explained Below:

By Material:
• Paper & Cardboard
• Biopolymer

By Type:
• Recyclable Packaging
• Compostable Packaging
• Reusable Packaging

By Distribution Channel:
• Online
• Offline

By Application:
• Food & Beverage
• Personal Care & Cosmetics
• Pharmaceuticals
• E-commerce & Retail
• Industrial Goods
• Others

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

Middle East & Africa:
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of MEA

Years Considered for the Study:
• Historical Year: 2022
• Base Year: 2023
• Forecast Period: 2024-2032

Key Takeaways:
• Market estimates & forecasts for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenue analysis and regional-level breakdown for each segment.
• Comprehensive geographical analysis with country-level insights into major regions.
• Competitive landscape with strategic insights on key market players.
• Detailed examination of business strategies and market positioning.
• Analysis of supply-side and demand-side trends in the zero waste packaging industry.

Table of Contents

285 Pages
Chapter 1. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Executive Summary
1.1. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Material
1.3.2. By Type
1.3.3. By Distribution Channel
1.3.4. By Application
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global Zero Waste Packaging 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
• Historical Year: 2022
• Base Year: 2023
• Forecast Period: 2024-2032
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Regulatory Mandates and Environmental Policies
3.1.2. Growing Consumer Awareness and Corporate Sustainability Initiatives
3.1.3. Innovation in Sustainable Materials and Packaging Technologies
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. High Production Costs and Supply Chain Constraints
3.2.2. Limited Recycling Infrastructure and Technological Barriers
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Expanding E-commerce and Retail Demand for Eco-Friendly Packaging
3.3.2. Government Incentives and Extended Producer Responsibility Programs
3.3.3. Advancements in Biopolymer Technologies and Circular Economy Models
Chapter 4. Global Zero Waste Packaging 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 Opportunity
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Size & Forecasts by Material 2022-2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market: Material Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
5.2.1. Paper & Cardboard
5.2.2. Biopolymer
Chapter 6. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Size & Forecasts by Type 2022-2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market: Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
6.2.1. Recyclable Packaging
6.2.2. Compostable Packaging
6.2.3. Reusable Packaging
Chapter 7. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Size & Forecasts by Distribution Channel 2022-2032
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market: Distribution Channel Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
7.2.1. Online
7.2.2. Offline
Chapter 8. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032
8.1. Segment Dashboard
8.2. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
8.2.1. Food & Beverage
8.2.2. Personal Care & Cosmetics
8.2.3. Pharmaceuticals
8.2.4. E-commerce & Retail
8.2.5. Industrial Goods
8.2.6. Others
Chapter 9. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032
9.1. North America Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.1.1. U.S. Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.1.1.1. Material Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.1.1.2. Type Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.1.1.3. Distribution Channel Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.1.1.4. Application Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.1.2. Canada Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.2. Europe Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.2.1. U.K. Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.2.2. Germany Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.2.3. France Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.2.4. Spain Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.2.5. Italy Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.2.6. Rest of Europe Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.3. Asia-Pacific Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.3.1. China Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.3.2. India Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.3.3. Japan Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.3.4. Australia Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.3.5. South Korea Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.3.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.4. Latin America Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.4.1. Brazil Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.4.2. Mexico Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.4.3. Rest of Latin America Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.5. Middle East & Africa Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.5.1. Saudi Arabia Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.5.2. South Africa Zero Waste Packaging Market
9.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Zero Waste Packaging Market
Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence
10.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
10.1.1. Amcor Plc
10.1.2. Tetra Pak International S.A.
10.1.3. Mondi Group
10.2. Top Market Strategies
10.3. Company Profiles
10.3.1. Amcor Plc
10.3.1.1. Key Information
10.3.1.2. Overview
10.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
10.3.1.4. Product Summary
10.3.1.5. Market Strategies
10.3.2. Smurfit Kappa Group
10.3.3. WestRock Company
10.3.4. DS Smith Plc
10.3.5. Berry Global Inc.
10.3.6. Sealed Air Corporation
10.3.7. Huhtamaki Oyj
10.3.8. UPM-Kymmene Corporation
10.3.9. Crown Holdings Inc.
10.3.10. Ball Corporation
10.3.11. BASF SE
10.3.12. International Paper Company
10.3.13. Stora Enso
Chapter 11. Research Process
11.1. Research Process
11.1.1. Data Mining
11.1.2. Analysis
11.1.3. Market Estimation
11.1.4. Validation
11.1.5. Publishing
11.2. Research Attributes
List of Tables
TABLE 1. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market – Report Scope
TABLE 2. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 3. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Material 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 4. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Type 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 5. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Distribution Channel 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 6. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 7. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market by Segment, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 8. Segment Dashboard – By Material
TABLE 9. Segment Dashboard – By Type
TABLE 10. Segment Dashboard – By Distribution Channel
TABLE 11. Segment Dashboard – By Application
TABLE 12. Porter’s 5 Force Analysis – Impact Assessment
TABLE 13. PESTEL Analysis – Global Zero Waste Packaging Market
TABLE 14. Competitive Landscape – Market Share Analysis (2023)
TABLE 15. Regional Breakdown – U.S. Zero Waste Packaging Market
TABLE 16. Regional Breakdown – Canada Zero Waste Packaging Market
TABLE 17. Regional Breakdown – UK, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe Zero Waste Packaging Market
TABLE 18. Regional Breakdown – Asia-Pacific Zero Waste Packaging Market
TABLE 19. Regional Breakdown – Latin America Zero Waste Packaging Market
TABLE 20. Regional Breakdown – Middle East & Africa Zero Waste Packaging Market
List of Figures
FIGURE 1. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market – Research Methodology
FIGURE 2. Global Zero Waste Packaging Market, Market Estimation Techniques
FIGURE 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
FIGURE 4. Key Trends in Zero Waste Packaging Market (2023)
FIGURE 5. Growth Prospects 2022-2032 – Zero Waste Packaging Market
FIGURE 6. Porter’s 5 Force Model – Zero Waste Packaging Market
FIGURE 7. PESTEL Analysis – Zero Waste Packaging Market
FIGURE 8. Value Chain Analysis – Zero Waste Packaging Market
FIGURE 9. Segment Revenue Trend – By Material, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 10. Segment Revenue Trend – By Type, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 11. Segment Revenue Trend – By Distribution Channel, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 12. Segment Revenue Trend – By Application, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 13. Regional Snapshot – Zero Waste Packaging Market (2022 & 2032)
FIGURE 14. North America Market Breakdown – U.S. & Canada (2022-2032)
FIGURE 15. Europe Market Breakdown – UK, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe (2022-2032)
FIGURE 16. Asia-Pacific Market Breakdown – China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, Rest of Asia-Pacific (2022-2032)
FIGURE 17. Latin America Market Breakdown – Brazil, Mexico, Rest of Latin America (2022-2032)
FIGURE 18. Middle East & Africa Market Breakdown – Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Rest of MEA (2022-2032)
FIGURE 19. Company Market Share Analysis – Zero Waste Packaging Market (2023)

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