Paper Straw Market Size, Share, By Material (Virgin Paper, and Recycled Paper), By Product Type (Non-Printed, and Printed), By Diameter (Standard Diameter, and Wide Diameter), By Length (Short, and Long), By Sales Channel (B2B, and B2C), By End-Use Industry (Foodservice, Institutional, Household, and Food Processing Industry), and By Region - Trends, Analysis and Forecast till 2034

Paper straw market size was valued at USD 5.67 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 27.67 Billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 19.0%.

The paper straw market is one of the major solutions in the global fight against plastic pollution, driven by rising environmental awareness and strict regulations to reduce single-use plastics. Paper straws primarily find their application in the food service sector, but their demand has also started picking up in household and retail sectors. Increasing demand for green products and corporate sustainability goals accelerate the demand for paper straws.

Companies in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia have already been affected by transitions on a large scale from plastic to paper alternatives due to statutory compulsions. The changing paper straw market is greatly affected by technology. Development in paper quality and biodegradable varnishing has lengthened the durability and resistance of modern-day paper straws against water. This widens the application for paper straws, as they begin to compete against plastic straws on performance while still maintaining their environmental benefits. However, this paper shows that straw migration has come with its growing pains.

The global paper straw market is expected to continue its expansion cycle in the next decade, with North America and Europe leading in that respect, driven by robust regulatory frameworks. Hence, the Asia Pacific region is expected to realize significant growth shortly, driven by growing environmental awareness and regulatory actions in emerging economies.

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Key Drivers of Target Market:

Corporate Sustainability Initiatives

• Most companies, especially within the food service and hospitality verticals, have included goals for sustainability-related activities to reduce plastic waste. Thus, the demand for paper straws is experiencing a surge in fast-food chains, restaurants, and event planners to accomplish these goals, adding more dynamism to market growth.

Manufacturing of Paper Straw

• The advances in the manufacturing process of paper straws have enhanced their quality and resilience, improving upon early concerns about their performance. New coatings and treatments have made the papers more water-resistant and longer-lasting, making them a viable alternative to plastic straws.

Restrains:

Supply Chain and Production Capacity

• Owing to the plastic ban, the sudden demand surge has created supply chain bottlenecks and constrained production capacity. Thus, there are regions where either high-quality raw material is in short supply, or enough manufacturers are not available to meet the demand for paper straws; this hampers market growth.

Opportunities:

Customization and Branding

• More and more paper straw manufacturers have been supplying customized-printed straws for branding purposes, which could be used in various marketing activities. This has become a huge avenue for food service and events businesses in search of printed or customized straws to enhance their brand image and create unique consumer experiences.

The market is segmented based on Material, Product Type, Diameter, Length, Sales Channel, End-User, and Region.

Product Type Insights:

• Virgin Paper: Virgin paper is made solely from freshly harvested wood pulp and contains absolutely no recycled content. It is preferred for strength, durability, and consistency in appearance. The paper straw market utilizes virgin paper, which is preferred by manufacturers focusing on premium quality and needing smoother finishes for their products. Because virgin paper is less processed, it has greater strength and is usually applied to applications that require more durability or for which longer use periods are foreseen.
• Recycled Paper: Recycled paper is made from used paper material. It is an environmentally friendly product in that it reduces waste while minimizing the integral use of new raw materials. Recycled paper used in the making of straws is becoming highly adopted in eco-conscious companies. Generally, recycled paper products are cheaper than virgin paper products and appeal to consumers or companies keen on reducing their carbon footprint.

Product Type Insights:

• Non-printed: Non-printed paper straws are plain and carry no design or logo. Many people like these straws for their simplicity and functionality, normally by brands that go with minimalism or give a totally biodegradable product. Therefore, non-printed straws have fantastic demand for fast food, casual dining, and institutional settings where design is unimportant.
• Printed: These are paper straws with some design, pattern, or logo, usually used for branding or decoration. Restaurants, cafes, or event organizers may prefer printed straws that match the brand's identity or suit their event themes. Normally, this category encompasses bright colors or custom prints intended for specific occasions, thus adding more color to the customer's aesthetic experience.

Diameter Insights:

• Standard Diameter: Standard-diameter straws represent the highest consumption, usually ranging from 6 to 8 mm in width. They work with most drinks, including water, soft drinks, and juices. Standard-diameter paper straws are versatile and widely used in various settings, from fast-food chains to household environments.
• Wide Diameter: Wide-diameter straws, or jumbo or smoothie straws, typically come in at a width of 10 mm or larger. These types of straws are designed for thicker drinks, such as milkshakes, smoothies, and frappes. The wider diameter of these makes drinking liquids with higher density easier, and they can be found in specialty cafés, smoothie bars, or ice cream shops.

Length Insights:

• Short: Regular paper straws are normally below 7 inches long and meant for small containers of drinks or specialty drinks such as cocktails or kids' drinks. These kinds of straws are very common in bars, restaurants, and houses where events are held with smaller portions. The short webbing complements shorter cups or glasses to give a perfect fit and easy handling.
• Long: These are usually longer than 7 inches and are meant for tall containers, like large sodas, iced coffees, or smoothies. They are normally used in fast food outlets, cafes, and institutional settings, providing extra length for deep cups. These straws work in contexts with larger serving sizes and keep customers convenient.

Sales Channel Insights:

• B2B: This would involve the bulk sale of paper straws to restaurants, cafes, event organizers, and food service providers. Transactions in the B2B segment are usually bigger for wholesale prices, which may facilitate businesses relying on a constant supply. Quality, durability, and meeting industry standards are some of the focal points a B2B sales channel operates.
• B2C: This would directly sell paper straws to consumers through retail outlets, online platforms, or specialty stores. For this market, the quantity is usually small, and other focus areas could be eco-friendly packaging, a variety of products, and convenience. Usually, the sales channels for B2C target household consumers or small businesses that may need customization, visually appealing, or eco-friendly straws used at home or events.

End-Use Industry Insights:

• Foodservice: Restaurants, cafes, quick-service restaurants, and bars are some of the leading consumption sectors for paper straws. In this respect, straws are found in every aspect of food service, from soft drinks to cocktails. Food service industries opt for strong and safe straw materials to safeguard food safety standards and align with eco-friendly policies.
• Institutional: Schools, food services, and offices are other recipients of paper straw applications as part of their sustainability programs. These institutions focus on providing an eco-conscious option in their cafeterias or food courts, ensuring they meet regulatory or internal sustainability requirements. Paper straws within this sector generally come bulk-supplied and are expected to meet durability requirements for safety in wide usage.
• Household: Households are increasingly adopting paper straws for personal use because of the trend for eco-conscious consumer behavior. Most families can choose paper straws for events, parties, or even daily consumption, which reduces plastic consumption. Thus, households also demand various choices, from functional, simple straw products to aesthetic printing products.
• Food Processing Industry: The food processing industry integrates paper straws into packaging for ready-to-drink beverages or single-serve packaging solutions. Paper straws are also attached to juice boxes, milk cartons, and other packaged drinks to achieve sustainability goals and reduce environmental impacts associated with conventional plastic straws. In this context, durability, safety, and integration with packaging continue to be the major concerns.

Regional insights:

• North America: A regulatory ban on plastic straws and consumers' preference for eco-friendly alternatives fuel the market in North America. The U.S. and Canada have become significant contributors to this economy due to the high demand from the food service and retail sectors. Large demand arises in the region due to sustainability initiatives and growing consumer awareness.
• Europe: is the leading region in the paper straw market, driven by tough regulations on single-way plastics and a strong emphasis on sustainability. The Union's ban on plastic straws has resulted in surging demand for paper alternatives across different industries, such as food service, hospitality, and retail.
• Asia-Pacific: The paper straw market is growing rapidly in the Asia-Pacific region due to increasing environmental awareness and government policies toward minimizing plastic waste. Major contributors such as China, Japan, and Australia are contributing to this growth; the product is gaining traction in the food service and institutional sectors.
• Latin America: The growth of the paper straw market in Latin America is driven by regulatory measures and a sustainability pull originating from the consumer side. Countries like Brazil and Mexico, where eco-conscious practices are gaining significant momentum, present growing demands from the food service sector.
• Middle East & Africa: The paper straw market is in its initial stages in the Middle East and Africa. Rising environmental concerns, combined with regulatory actions to reduce plastic waste, are driving growth. Major applications are seen in the food service and institutional sectors, especially in the hospitality and tourism sectors.

Paper Straw Market Report Scope:

Attribute	Details
Market Size 2024	USD 5.67 Billion
Projected Market Size 2034	USD 27.67 Billion
CAGR Growth Rate	19.0%
Base year for estimation	2023
Forecast period	2024 – 2034
Market representation	Revenue in USD Billion & CAGR from 2024 to 2034
Market Segmentation	By Material- Virgin Paper, and Recycled Paper By Product Type- Non-Printed, and Printed By Diameter- Standard Diameter, and Wide Diameter By Length- Short, and Long By Sales Channel- B2B, and B2C By End-Use Industry- Foodservice, Institutional, Household, and Food Processing Industry
Regional scope	North America - U.S., Canada Europe - UK, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe Asia Pacific - Japan, India, China, South Korea, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific Latin America - Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Rest of Latin America Middle East & Africa - South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East & Africa
Report coverage	Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends

Segments Covered in the Report:

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2024 to 2034. For the purpose of this study segmented the target market report based on Material, Product Type, Diameter, Length, Sales Channel, End-User, and Region.

Segmentation:

By Material:

• Virgin Paper
• Recycled Paper

By Product Type:

• Non-Printed
• Printed

By Diameter:

• Standard Diameter
• Wide Diameter

By Length:

• Short
• Long

By Sales Channel:

• B2B
• B2C

By End-User:

• Foodservice
• Institutional
• Household
• Food Processing Industry

By Region:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • Israel
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

The key players operating the Paper Straw Market include Huhtamaki Oyj, Footprint., Aardvark Straws , The Paper Straw Co., Biopac UK Ltd., Transcend Packaging Ltd., U.S. Paper Straw, EcoPack, Soton Daily Necessities Co., Ltd., MPM Marketing Services, Vegware Ltd., TIPI Straws, Canada Brown Eco Products Ltd., Alexir Partnership, Hoffmaster Group, Inc.

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• In August 2024, several paper straw companies announced the further development of biodegradable coatings that enhance water resistance and strength in paper straws. The new coatings extend the usable life of paper straws during submergence into drinks, especially those with higher viscosities, such as smoothies and milkshakes.
• In July 2024, European manufacturers ramp up production to meet the European Union's single-use plastics directive, which will enforce a full phase-out of plastic straws in mid-2024. Most small and medium-scale enterprises had already shifted to paper alternatives before the deadlines, hiking demand in most parts of the region.

• Huhtamaki Oyj
  • Company Overview
  • Product Portfolio
  • Key Highlights
  • Financial Performance
  • Business Strategies
• Footprint
• Aardvark Straws
• The Paper Straw Co.
• Biopac UK Ltd.
• Transcend Packaging Ltd.
• U.S. Paper Straw
• EcoPack
• Soton Daily Necessities Co., Ltd.
• MPM Marketing Services
• Vegware Ltd.
• TIPI Straws
• Canada Brown Eco Products Ltd.
• Alexir Partnership
• Hoffmaster Group, Inc.

“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.

Research Objective and Assumption

• Research Objectives
• Assumptions
• Abbreviations

Market Preview

• Report Description
  • Market Definition and Scope
• Executive Summary
  • Market Snippet, By Material
  • Market Snippet, By Product Type
  • Market Snippet, By Diameter
  • Market Snippet, By Length
  • Market Snippet, By Sales Channel
  • Market Snippet, By End-Use Industry
  • Market Snippet, By Region
• Opportunity Map Analysis

Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

• Market Dynamics
  • Drivers
  • Restraints
  • Market Opportunities
• Market Trends
• Product Launch
• Merger and Acquisitions
• Impact Analysis
• PEST Analysis
• Porter’s Analysis

Market Segmentation, By Material, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Virgin Paper
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Recycled Paper
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Non-Printed
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Printed
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Diameter, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Standard Diameter
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Wide Diameter
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Length, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Short
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Long
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Sales Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• B2B
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• B2C
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By End-Use Industry, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Segment Trends
• Foodservice
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Institutional
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Household
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
• Food Processing Industry
  • Overview
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), and Y-o-Y Growth (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years

Market Segmentation, By Region, Forecast Period up to 10 Years, (USD Bn)

• Overview
  • Market Value and Forecast (USD Bn), and Share Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Regional Trends
• North America
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Material, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Diameter, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Length, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sales Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By End-Use Industry, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • U.S
    • Canada
• Asia Pacific
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Material, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Diameter, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Length, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sales Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By End-Use Industry, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • China
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Europe
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Material, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Diameter, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Length, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sales Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By End-Use Industry, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • UK
    • Germany
    • France
    • Russia
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
• Latin America
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Material, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Diameter, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Length, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sales Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By End-Use Industry, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • Brazil
    • Mexico
    • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East and Africa
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Material, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Product Type, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Diameter, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Length, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Sales Channel, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By End-Use Industry, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
  • Market Size and Forecast (USD Bn), By Country, Forecast Period up to 10 Years
    • GCC
    • Israel
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East and Africa

Competitive Landscape

• Heat Map Analysis
• Company Profiles

• Huhtamaki Oyj
• Footprint
• Aardvark Straws
• The Paper Straw Co.
• Biopac UK Ltd.
• Transcend Packaging Ltd.
• U.S. Paper Straw
• EcoPack
• Soton Daily Necessities Co., Ltd.
• MPM Marketing Services
• Vegware Ltd.
• TIPI Straws
• Canada Brown Eco Products Ltd.
• Alexir Partnership
• Hoffmaster Group, Inc.

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