The next-gen paper-based and fiber-based packaging market size is expected to reach USD 503.60 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Next-gen paper-based and fiber-based packaging Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Material Source (recycled fiber, virgin fiber), Application, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa); Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
Next-gen paper-based and fiber-based packaging refers to innovative, eco-conscious packaging solutions designed to reduce environmental impact through renewable and recyclable material use. One of the trends shaping the next-gen paper-based and fiber-based packaging market growth is the increased adoption of plastic-free and compostable alternatives, which closely aligns with the core objective of next-gen packaging to eliminate reliance on conventional plastics. Brands are exploring high-performance, fiber-based materials that maintain product protection while offering environmental benefits such as biodegradability and recyclability. This trend is further supported by technological advancements that enhance the structural and barrier properties of these materials, making them more competitive with traditional options. As a result, next-gen solutions are becoming viable across diverse packaging applications.
The next-gen paper-based and fiber-based packaging market size is driven by the integration of smart and functional features into sustainable materials. Innovations such as water-resistant coatings, anti-counterfeit tags, and traceability elements are being incorporated without compromising the biodegradability or recyclability of the packaging. This fusion of sustainability with advanced functionality enables brands to meet evolving consumer expectations while enhancing product safety and shelf appeal. Packaging that combines performance, convenience, and sustainability will play a pivotal role in brand differentiation and long-term market competitiveness as consumer behavior continues to shift toward eco-conscious purchasing decisions.
Next-gen paper-based and fiber-based packaging Market Report Highlights
In terms of material source, the next-gen paper and fiber-based packaging market saw recycled fiber lead expansion, fueled by circular economy adoption and greater access to post-consumer recycled materials.
Based on application, the personal care and cosmetics segment is poised for the fastest market growth, driven by rising demand for premium, sustainable packaging solutions in the beauty industry.
North America held the largest revenue share in the next-gen paper and fiber-based packaging market in 2024, supported by stringent regulations, corporate sustainability efforts, and high consumer awareness.
The Asia Pacific market is expected to grow the fastest, propelled by industrialization, expanding consumer bases, and increasing environmental consciousness.
A few global key market players include DS Smith; Graphic Packaging International, LLC; International Paper; Koehler Group; Mondi; Nexgen Packaging, LLC; Paptic Ltd; PulPac; Ranpak; Smurfit Kappa; Stora Enso; The Paper Bottle Company; UPM; WestRock Company.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the next-gen paper-based and fiber-based packaging market report on the basis of material source, application, and region:
By Material Source Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020 - 2034)
Recycled Fiber
Virgin Fiber
By Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020 - 2034)
Food & Beverages
Retail & E-commerce
Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020 - 2034)
North America
US
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Malaysia
South Korea
Indonesia
Australia
Vietnam
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of Latin America
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1. Report Description
- 1.1.1. Objectives of the Study
- 1.1.2. Market Scope
- 1.1.3. Assumptions
- 1.2. Stakeholders
- 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Highlights
- 3. Research Methodology
- 3.1. Overview
- 3.1.1. Data Mining
- 3.2. Data Sources
- 3.2.1. Primary Sources
- 3.2.2. Secondary Sources
- 4. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market Insights
- 4.1. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Market Snapshot
- 4.2. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market Dynamics
- 4.2.1. Drivers and Opportunities
- 4.2.1.1. Advancements in Packaging Materials
- 4.2.1.2. Growth in E-Commerce and Retail
- 4.2.2. Restraints and Challenges
- 4.2.2.1. High Raw Material Costs
- 4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers (Moderate)
- 4.3.2. Threats of New Entrants: (Low)
- 4.3.3. Bargaining Power of Buyers (Moderate)
- 4.3.4. Threat of Substitute (Moderate)
- 4.3.5. Rivalry among existing firms (High)
- 4.4. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.5. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market Trends
- 4.6. Value Chain Analysis
- 5. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source
- 5.1. Key Findings
- 5.2. Introduction
- 5.2.1. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.3. Recycled Fiber
- 5.3.1. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Recycled Fiber, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.4. Virgin Fiber
- 5.4.1. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Virgin Fiber, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application
- 6.1. Key Findings
- 6.2. Introduction
- 6.2.1. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.3. Food & Beverages
- 6.3.1. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Food & Beverages, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.4. Retail & E-commerce
- 6.4.1. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Retail & E-commerce, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.5. Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
- 6.5.1. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.6. Personal Care & Cosmetics
- 6.6.1. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Personal Care & Cosmetics, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7. Global Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Geography
- 7.1. Key Findings
- 7.2. Introduction
- 7.2.1. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market Assessment, By Geography, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – North America
- 7.3.1. North America: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.2. North America: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.3. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – US
- 7.3.3.1. US: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.3.2. US: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.4. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Canada
- 7.3.4.1. Canada: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.4.2. Canada: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Europe
- 7.4.1. Europe: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.2. Europe: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.3. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – UK
- 7.4.3.1. UK: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.3.2. UK: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.4. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – France
- 7.4.4.1. France: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.4.2. France: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.5. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Germany
- 7.4.5.1. Germany: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.5.2. Germany: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.6. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Italy
- 7.4.6.1. Italy: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.6.2. Italy: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.7. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Spain
- 7.4.7.1. Spain: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.7.2. Spain: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.8. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Netherlands
- 7.4.8.1. Netherlands: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.8.2. Netherlands: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.9. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Russia
- 7.4.9.1. Russia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.9.2. Russia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.10. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Rest of Europe
- 7.4.10.1. Rest of Europe: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.10.2. Rest of Europe: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Asia Pacific
- 7.5.1. Asia Pacific: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.2. Asia Pacific: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.3. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – China
- 7.5.3.1. China: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.3.2. China: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.4. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – India
- 7.5.4.1. India: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.4.2. India: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.5. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Malaysia
- 7.5.5.1. Malaysia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.5.2. Malaysia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.6. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Japan
- 7.5.6.1. Japan: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.6.2. Japan: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.7. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Indonesia
- 7.5.7.1. Indonesia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.7.2. Indonesia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.8. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – South Korea
- 7.5.8.1. South Korea: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.8.2. South Korea: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.9. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Australia
- 7.5.9.1. Australia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.9.2. Australia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.10. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Rest of Asia Pacific
- 7.5.10.1. Rest of Asia Pacific: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.10.2. Rest of Asia Pacific: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Middle East & Africa
- 7.6.1. Middle East & Africa: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.2. Middle East & Africa: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.3. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Saudi Arabia
- 7.6.3.1. Saudi Arabia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.3.2. Saudi Arabia: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.4. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – UAE
- 7.6.4.1. UAE: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.4.2. UAE: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.5. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Israel
- 7.6.5.1. Israel: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.5.2. Israel: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.6. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – South Africa
- 7.6.6.1. South Africa: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.6.2. South Africa: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.7. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Rest of Middle East & Africa
- 7.6.7.1. Rest of Middle East & Africa: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.7.2. Rest of Middle East & Africa: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Latin America
- 7.7.1. Latin America: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.2. Latin America: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.3. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Mexico
- 7.7.3.1. Mexico: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.3.2. Mexico: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.4. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Brazil
- 7.7.4.1. Brazil: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.4.2. Brazil: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.5. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Argentina
- 7.7.5.1. Argentina: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.5.2. Argentina: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.6. Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market – Rest of Latin America
- 7.7.6.1. Rest of Latin America: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Material Source, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.6.2. Rest of Latin America: Next-gen Paper-based and Fiber-based Packaging Market, by Application, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 8. Competitive Landscape
- 8.1. Expansion and Acquisition Analysis
- 8.1.1. Expansion
- 8.1.2. Acquisitions
- 8.2. Partnerships/Collaborations/Agreements/Exhibitions
- 9. Company Profiles
- 9.1. DS Smith
- 9.1.1. Company Overview
- 9.1.2. Financial Performance
- 9.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.1.4. Recent Development
- 9.2. Graphic Packaging International, LLC
- 9.2.1. Company Overview
- 9.2.2. Financial Performance
- 9.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.2.4. Recent Development
- 9.3. International Paper.
- 9.3.1. Company Overview
- 9.3.2. Financial Performance
- 9.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.3.4. Recent Development
- 9.4. Koehler Group
- 9.4.1. Company Overview
- 9.4.2. Financial Performance
- 9.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.4.4. Recent Development
- 9.5. Mondi
- 9.5.1. Company Overview
- 9.5.2. Financial Performance
- 9.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.5.4. Recent Development
- 9.6. Nexgen Packaging, LLC.
- 9.6.1. Company Overview
- 9.6.2. Financial Performance
- 9.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.6.4. Recent Development
- 9.7. Paptic Ltd
- 9.7.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.4. Recent Development
- 9.8. PulPac
- 9.8.1. Company Overview
- 9.8.2. Financial Performance
- 9.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.8.4. Recent Development
- 9.9. Ranpak
- 9.9.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.9.4. Recent Development
- 9.10. Smurfit Kappa
- 9.10.1. Company Overview
- 9.10.2. Financial Performance
- 9.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.10.4. Recent Development
- 9.11. Stora Enso
- 9.11.1. Company Overview
- 9.11.2. Financial Performance
- 9.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.11.4. Recent Development
- 9.12. The Paper Bottle Company.
- 9.12.1. Company Overview
- 9.12.2. Financial Performance
- 9.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.12.4. Recent Development
- 9.13. UPM
- 9.13.1. Company Overview
- 9.13.2. Financial Performance
- 9.13.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.13.4. Recent Development
- 9.14. WestRock Company.
- 9.14.1. Company Overview
- 9.14.2. Financial Performance
- 9.14.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.14.4. Recent Development
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