Food Contact Paper Market to 2028 - Size, Growth and Forecast

Food Contact Paper Market Forecast to 2028 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis By Type (Kraft Paper, Greaseproof Paper, Parchment Paper, and Others) and Application (Bakery and Confectionery; Dairy Products; Fruits and Vegetables; Meat, Fish, and Poultry; and Others) and Geography

  • Report Code : TIPRE00026065
  • Category : Food and Beverages
  • Status : Published
  • No. of Pages : 157

Food Contact Paper Market to 2028 - Size, Growth and Forecast

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The food contact paper market was valued at US$ 68.6 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach US$ 97.8 billion by 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2021 to 2028.

Food contact papers are used as primary packaging materials for various food products, such as baked food, confectionery, meat, snacks, and grain mill products. The papers are sustainable alternatives to many other food packaging materials, such as plastic and glass. Growing initiatives by companies to reduce their carbon footprint are influencing the adoption of food contact paper across the world. The increase in demand for sustainable and eco-friendly food packaging has also increased the demand for food paper packaging.

In 2020, Asia Pacific dominated the global food contact paper market and is expected to continue its dominance during the forecast period. The growing foodservice industry in Asian countries, rising awareness about the environment, increasing government initiatives to ban plastic packaging in several Asian countries are expected to accelerate the demand for eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions, which would drive the growth of the food contact paper market in Asia Pacific.

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Food Contact Paper Market: Strategic Insights

Food Contact Paper Market
  • CAGR
    CAGR (2020 - 2028)
    4.7%
  • Market Size 2020
    US$ 68.6 Billion
  • Market Size 2028
    US$ 97.8 Billion

Market Dynamics

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Key Players

  • Mondi
  • Westrock Company
  • Georgia Pacific LLC
  • Twin River Paper Company
  • UPM
  • Ahlstrom Munksj
  • GM Packaging UK Ltd
  • Superiorpaper Pty Ltd
  • TopCare

Regional Overview

Regional Overview
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • South and Central America
  • Middle East and Africa

Market Segmentation

Market SegmentType
  • Kraft Paper
  • Greaseproof Paper
  • Parchment Paper
Market SegmentApplication
  • Bakery and Confectionery
  • Dairy Products
  • Fruits and Vegetables
  • Meat
  • Fish
  • Poultry
  • Sample PDF showcases the content structure and the nature of the information with qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Many industries, such as the chemicals & materials industry, faced unprecedented challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the shortage of raw material and labor, shutdown of factories, and other operational difficulties under COVID-19 safety protocols, manufacturers of packaging products faced a contraction in sales during the initial months of the pandemic. Furthermore, the shift in the lifestyle of the consumers and their changing eating patterns have reduced the consumption of ready-to-use and outside food due to the virus spread, which has negatively affected the demand for food contact papers. However, as several countries are lifting the lockdown with proper precautionary measures, the demand for food contact papers is likely to back on track. As the lockdown was imposed in various countries, the e-commerce sector witnessed a significant demand for various products, such as packaged food and groceries including fresh vegetables and fruits, owing to the shutdown of offline stores, which fueled the utilization of food contact papers.

Market Insights

Expanding Demand for Recyclable and Biodegradable Packaging Solutions

The biodegradable and recyclable packaging has been an attractive alternative to single-use packaging options for both consumers and manufacturers. Food service packaging generates a significant amount of waste in landfills in the US. As per a report published by the United States Environmental Protection Agency, food waste and packaging account for the majority of the landfilled materials in the US. Since paper packaging is biodegradable, it is preferred over recyclable packaging. The use of recycled food packaging increases the chances of contamination, thereby potentially affecting the environment and human health. Increasing initiatives by governments across the world on the use of single-use plastic bags are propelling the demand for packaging solutions, which are recyclable yet sustainable, leading to an increased demand for food contact papers.

Type Insights

Based on type, the food contact paper market is segmented into kraft paper, greaseproof paper, parchment paper, and others. The kraft paper segment held the largest market share in 2020. The natural kraft papers have pure virgin fibers, which makes it an ideal food contact packaging solution. The paper is increasingly used for manufacturing various food contact paper products, such as paper bags, paper sacks, wrapping paper, and paper plates. Natural kraft paper is also increasingly used to make grocery bags for fresh fruits and vegetables due to its high strength.

Mondi; Westrock Company; Georgia-Pacific LLC; Twin River Paper Company; UPM; Ahlstrom-Munksjö; GM Packaging (UK) Ltd; Superiorpaper Pty Ltd. TopCare; and KRPA Holding CZ, a.s. are among the key players operating in the food contact paper market. Major market players are adopting strategies such as mergers & acquisitions and product launches to expand their geographic presence and consumer base.  

Report Spotlights

  • Progressive trends in the food contact paper industry to help players develop effective long-term strategies
  • Business growth strategies adopted by companies to secure growth in developed and developing markets
  • Quantitative analysis of the global food contact paper market from 2019 to 2028
  • Estimation of the demand for food contact paper across various industries
  • Porter analysis to illustrate the efficacy of buyers and suppliers operating in the industry to predict market growth
  • Recent developments to understand the competitive market scenario and the demand for food contact paper  
  • Market trends and outlook coupled with factors driving and restraining the growth of the food contact paper market
  • Understanding regarding the strategies that underpin commercial interest with regard to global food contact paper market growth, aiding in the decision-making process
  • Float glass market size at various nodes of market
  • Detailed overview and segmentation of the global food contact paper market as well as its industry dynamics
  • Food Contact Paper market size in various regions with promising growth opportunities

Food Contact Paper Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2020 US$ 68.6 Billion
Market Size by 2028 US$ 97.8 Billion
Global CAGR (2020 - 2028) 4.7%
Historical Data 2018-2019
Forecast period 2021-2028
Segments Covered By Type
  • Kraft Paper
  • Greaseproof Paper
  • Parchment Paper
By Application
  • Bakery and Confectionery
  • Dairy Products
  • Fruits and Vegetables
  • Meat
  • Fish
  • Poultry
Regions and Countries Covered North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • Mondi
  • Westrock Company
  • Georgia Pacific LLC
  • Twin River Paper Company
  • UPM
  • Ahlstrom Munksj
  • GM Packaging UK Ltd
  • Superiorpaper Pty Ltd
  • TopCare
  • Sample PDF showcases the content structure and the nature of the information with qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Food Contact Paper Market, by Type

  • Kraft Paper
  • Greaseproof Paper
  • Parchment Paper
  • Others

Food Contact Paper Market, by Application

  • Bakery and Confectionery
  • Dairy Products
  • Fruits and Vegetables
  • Meat, Fish, and Poultry
  • Others

Company Profiles

  • Mondi
  • Westrock Company
  • Georgia-Pacific LLC
  • Twin River Paper Company
  • UPM
  • Ahlstrom-Munksjö
  • GM Packaging (UK) Ltd
  • Superiorpaper Pty Ltd
  • TopCare
  • KRPA Holding CZ, a.s.
Report Coverage

Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered

Segment Covered

Type and Application and Geography

Regional Scope

Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope

Country Scope

Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States

Frequently Asked Questions


Based on application, which segment held the fastest CAGR in the global food contact paper market?

Based on application, the global food contact paper market is segmented into bakery and confectionery, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, meat fish and poultry, and others. In 2020, the bakery and confectionery segment accounted for a significant revenue share. The food contact paper is being increasingly used in the bakery and confectionery sector which includes the usage of parchment paper in baking as it is heat-resistant and provides a non-stick surface to bake on. The common use of parchment paper is to eliminate the need for grease sheet pans and also allows a very rapid turnaround of batches of baked goods with minimal clean-up. Greaseproof paper is also an ideal solution for bakery items as it is able to withstand a wide range of environments, from hot oven to deep freezer & humidity.

Based on type, which held the fastest CAGR in the global food contact paper market during the forecast period?

On the basis of type, the greaseproof paper segment held the fastest CAGR in the food contact paper market for the forecast period. The paper is used for wrapping food items such as sandwiches, cheese, desserts, baked goods, and cold meats. The greaseproof paper will help in providing a grease-free method for transporting and handling oily foods. These papers are also recyclable as well as printable. The greaseproof paper is permeable to air and moisture, which makes it possible for the food inside the paper to breathe and steam and exhale excess moisture.

Based on application, which segment is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period?

The fruit and vegetable segment is expected to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period. There has been an increase use of kraft paper in various food contact paper packaging solutions for fruits and vegetables. It is being used as a vegetable box which is used for packaging and shipping of the vegetables and fruits as well as is used to produce embossed paper cushion pads for the packaging of vegetables and fresh fruit. Along with this, wax paper is also used for storing fruits and vegetables as the moisture retention capabilities of wax paper will keep the fruits and vegetables fresh for a longer period of time and will slow down their ripening and spoilage rate.

Based on type, why kraft paper account for the largest share in the global food contact paper market?

Kraft paper is basically a paper or paperboard which is being produced from the chemical pulp through kraft papers. The natural kraft papers have pure virgin fibers which makes it an ideal food contact packaging solution. Kraft paper is being increasingly used for manufacturing various food contact papers including paper bags, paper sacks, wrapping paper, and paper plates. Natural kraft paper is also being increasingly used as a grocery bag for fresh fruits and vegetables which is due to its high strength.

Can you list some of the major players operating in the global food contact paper market?

The major key players operating in the global food contact paper market include Mondi; Westrock Company; Georgia-Pacific LLC; Twin River Paper Company; UPM; Ahlstrom-Munksjö; GM Packaging (UK) Ltd; Superiorpaper Pty Ltd. TopCare; and KRPA Holding CZ, a.s and SK Hynix Inc.

Which region held the largest share of the global food contact paper market?

The Asia Pacific dominated the global market. The region is expected to continue its dominance during the forecast period. The growing market penetration of the foodservice industry in recent years in the Asian countries is estimated to accelerate the food contact paper market growth in this region during the forecast period. Along with this, an increase in awareness about the environment is expected to result in increased demand for greener packaging solutions. Various initiatives taken by the government to ban plastic packaging in several Asian countries are also expected to accelerate the demand for eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions, which will increase the demand for food contact paper in the Asia Pacific. Along with this, the increasing presence of domestic and international players in the market has led to an increased focus of product quality and innovation, which will provide growth opportunities for the food contact paper market.

The List of Companies - Food Contact Paper Market

  1. Mondi
  2. Westrock Company
  3. Georgia-Pacific LLC
  4. Twin River Paper Company
  5. UPM
  6. Ahlstrom-Munksjö
  7. GM Packaging (UK) Ltd
  8. Superiorpaper Pty Ltd
  9. TopCare
  10. KRPA Holding CZ, a.s.

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