The market for grocery store paper carrier bags was valued at USD 2,635.8 million in 2023. The Global Grocery Stores Paper Carrier Bags industry is expected to increase from USD 2778.13 million in 2024 to USD 4,231.1 million in 2032, with a compound yearly growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4% during the forecast period (2024-2032).
The Grocery Stores Paper Carrier Bags Market is being driven by increased environmental consciousness among customers and businesses, as well as opportunities created by the rise of e-commerce activities.
Environmental sensitivity among businesses and consumers is a major driver of the global market for paper carrier bags for grocery stores. As public awareness of the harmful effects of plastic pollution grows, there is a noticeable shift toward more sustainable packaging options. Paper carrier bags have developed as an effective substitute in this area. Government policies and laws had a critical role in this shift. Many countries and municipal governments have implemented strict measures to decrease plastic consumption.
Market Segment insights
The global Grocery Stores Paper Carrier Bags market is divided into four product types: conventional paper bags, insulated paper bags, portable paper bags, and others.
The market is divided into material segments, which include kraft paper, recycled paper, bleached paper, and others.
The global Grocery Stores Paper Carrier Bags market is divided into three size segments: small (less than 10 inches), medium (10-14 inches), and large (more than 14 inches).
The market is divided into five segments based on application: grocery shops, supermarkets, convenience stores, specialty stores, and others.
Regional insights
The study covers North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, and South America. The Asia-Pacific Grocery Stores Paper Carrier Bags market accounted for the biggest market share in 2023 and is predicted to grow at a considerable CAGR over the study period. Paper carrier bags have grown more common in grocery stores around Asia-Pacific because of a combination of environmental, legislative, and consumer-oriented factors.
Furthermore, Europe is the second-largest market for grocery stores' paper carrier bags. In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in how supermarket retailers in Europe use paper carrier bags. These improvements have been primarily impacted by legal and environmental efforts aimed at reducing the usage of single-use plastics.
Additionally, the North America Grocery Stores Paper Carrier Bags Market has risen rapidly in recent years, driven by two factors: customer desire for environmentally friendly alternatives and regulatory actions aimed at reducing plastic waste. Paper carrier bags, which were long eclipsed by the durability and convenience of plastic bags, are now being reconsidered considering their environmental benefits, notably their biodegradability and recycling potential.
Major Players
International Paper, MONDI, SMURFIT KAPPA, WestRock Company, NOVOLEX, Stora Enso, Huhtamaki Oyj, KOCH INDUSTRIES INC, JohnPac, and Billerud AB are among the key players in the Grocery Store Paper Carrier Bags Market.
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