Product Code: A31543
The global disposable cutlery market was valued at $11,807.5 million in 2023, and is projected to reach $22,063.5 million by 2035, registering a CAGR of 5.4% from 2024 to 2035. The market for disposable cutlery has grown significantly in recent years due to a combination of environmental concerns, hygienic concerns, and convenience. Disposable knives, forks, spoons, and stirrers are just a few of the many items in this sector. Most products are made of plastic, wood, bamboo, or compostable bioplastics.
The growing need for single-use products across a range of food service industries, including restaurants, fast food chains, and catering services, is one of the major factors propelling the disposable cutlery market. Disposable cutlery is convenient since it doesn't require cleaning or sanitization after each use, which is especially helpful in high-volume environments where productivity is essential.
The disposable cutlery market is segmented into type, material, end use, distribution channel, and region. By type, the market is categorized into spoon, fork, and knife. By material, it is bifurcated into plastic and wood. By end use, it is classified into household and commercial. By distribution channel, the market is divided into B2B, supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, online retail, and others. By region, it is analyzed across North America (the U.S., Canada, and Mexico), Europe (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK, and rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Australia, and rest of Asia-Pacific), and LAMEA (Brazil, South Africa, Argentina, and rest of LAMEA).
Hygiene concerns are also crucial to the market's expansion. Disposable cutlery is perfect in instances where hygiene standards must be upheld since it guarantees a higher level of cleanliness than reusable alternatives. Recent years have seen a special emphasis on this issue because of worries about global health and strict laws about food safety.
The evolution of the disposable cutlery sector has been significantly influenced by environmental sustainability. The demand for eco-friendly substitutes is rising as people become more conscious of the harm that plastic pollution causes to the environment. Because of this, throwaway cutlery has seen a noticeable transition toward biodegradable and compostable materials including bamboo, polymers made of cornstarch, and other plant-based substitutes. With the ease of disposable cutlery, these materials give businesses and customers a means to lessen their environmental impact.
Regional differences in consumer preferences and regulatory environments are also reflected in market dynamics. For example, the usage of biodegradable substitutes has increased rapidly in areas with strict laws against single-use plastics. Strong consumer awareness campaigns and sustainability activities have accelerated the shift to eco-friendly disposable cutlery across nations and regions.
The market for disposable cutlery is highly competitive, with both well-established competitors and innovative newcomers emphasizing sustainability. Large international companies dominate the market with their vast product portfolios that meet a wide range of consumer demands and their vast distribution networks. Smaller businesses and startups are also becoming more popular at the same time by specializing in unique materials for their products or focusing on niche markets that are looking for sustainable dining options.
The market for disposable cutlery is expected to grow in the future due to continued advancements in material science, rising consumer awareness of environmental concerns, and changing legislative frameworks. It is anticipated that the worldwide disposable cutlery industry's product development and marketing strategies will be impacted by the acceleration of the shift towards sustainable practices and goods. Manufacturers and suppliers will probably concentrate more on developing economical, practical, and environmentally friendly solutions to satisfy the expanding need for disposable cutlery as consumer preferences continue to change.
The key players operating in the disposable cutlery industry include Anchor Packaging Pty Ltd., BioPak, D&W Fine Pack LLC, Dart Container Corporation, Gold Plast SPA, Hotpack Packaging Industries LLC, Huhtamaki, Novolex, Pactiv Evergreen Inc., and Vegware Ltd. Several well-known and upcoming brands are vying for market dominance in the expanding disposable cutlery industry. Smaller, niche firms are more well-known for catering to consumer demands and preferences. Large conglomerates, however, control most of the market and often buy innovative start-ups to broaden their product lines.
Key Benefits For Stakeholders
- This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the disposable cutlery market analysis from 2023 to 2035 to identify the prevailing disposable cutlery market opportunities.
- The market research is offered along with information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
- Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
- In-depth analysis of the disposable cutlery market segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
- Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
- Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
- The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global disposable cutlery market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth strategies.
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- SWOT Analysis
- Volume Market Size and Forecast
Key Market Segments
By Material
By End User
By Product Type
By Distribution Channel
- B2B
- Hypermarkets and Supermarkets
- Convenience Stores
- Online Retail
- Others
By Region
- North America
- Europe
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Spain
- UK
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- South Africa,
- Argentina
- Rest of LAMEA
Key Market Players:
- Anchor Packaging Pty Ltd.
- BioPak
- Dart Container Corporation
- D&W Fine Pack LLC
- Gold Plast SPA
- Hotpack Packaging Industries LLC
- Huhtamaki
- Novolex
- Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
- Vegware Ltd
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
- 1.1. Report description
- 1.2. Key market segments
- 1.3. Key benefits to the stakeholders
- 1.4. Research methodology
- 1.4.1. Primary research
- 1.4.2. Secondary research
- 1.4.3. Analyst tools and models
CHAPTER 2: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CHAPTER 3: MARKET OVERVIEW
- 3.1. Market definition and scope
- 3.2. Key findings
- 3.2.1. Top impacting factors
- 3.2.2. Top investment pockets
- 3.3. Porter's five forces analysis
- 3.3.1. Moderate bargaining power of suppliers
- 3.3.2. Moderate threat of new entrants
- 3.3.3. Moderate to high threat of substitutes
- 3.3.4. Moderate intensity of rivalry
- 3.3.5. Moderate bargaining power of buyers
- 3.4. Market dynamics
- 3.4.1. Drivers
- 3.4.1.1. Rise in the popularity of takeaway culture
- 3.4.1.2. Increase in outdoor and recreational activities
- 3.4.1.3. Growth of the catering industry
- 3.4.2. Restraints
- 3.4.2.1. Increase in awareness regarding environmental impact
- 3.4.2.2. Health risks and hygiene concerns among consumers
- 3.4.3. Opportunities
- 3.4.3.1. Growth of eco-friendly disposable cutlery products
- 3.4.3.2. Rise in demand for packaged food in emerging markets
CHAPTER 4: DISPOSABLE CUTLERY MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE
- 4.1. Overview
- 4.1.1. Market size and forecast
- 4.2. Spoon
- 4.2.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 4.2.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 4.2.3. Market share analysis by country
- 4.3. Fork
- 4.3.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 4.3.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 4.3.3. Market share analysis by country
- 4.4. Knife
- 4.4.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 4.4.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 4.4.3. Market share analysis by country
CHAPTER 5: DISPOSABLE CUTLERY MARKET, BY MATERIAL
- 5.1. Overview
- 5.1.1. Market size and forecast
- 5.2. Plastic
- 5.2.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 5.2.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 5.2.3. Market share analysis by country
- 5.3. Wood
- 5.3.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 5.3.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 5.3.3. Market share analysis by country
CHAPTER 6: DISPOSABLE CUTLERY MARKET, BY END USER
- 6.1. Overview
- 6.1.1. Market size and forecast
- 6.2. Household
- 6.2.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 6.2.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 6.2.3. Market share analysis by country
- 6.3. Commercial
- 6.3.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 6.3.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 6.3.3. Market share analysis by country
CHAPTER 7: DISPOSABLE CUTLERY MARKET, BY DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL
- 7.1. Overview
- 7.1.1. Market size and forecast
- 7.2. B2B
- 7.2.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 7.2.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 7.2.3. Market share analysis by country
- 7.3. Hypermarkets and Supermarkets
- 7.3.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 7.3.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 7.3.3. Market share analysis by country
- 7.4. Convenience Stores
- 7.4.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 7.4.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 7.4.3. Market share analysis by country
- 7.5. Online Retail
- 7.5.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 7.5.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 7.5.3. Market share analysis by country
- 7.6. Others
- 7.6.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 7.6.2. Market size and forecast, by region
- 7.6.3. Market share analysis by country
CHAPTER 8: DISPOSABLE CUTLERY MARKET, BY REGION
- 8.1. Overview
- 8.1.1. Market size and forecast By Region
- 8.2. North America
- 8.2.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 8.2.2. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.2.3. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.2.4. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.2.5. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.2.6. Market size and forecast, by country
- 8.2.6.1. U.S.
- 8.2.6.1.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.2.6.1.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.2.6.1.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.2.6.1.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.2.6.2. Canada
- 8.2.6.2.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.2.6.2.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.2.6.2.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.2.6.2.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.2.6.3. Mexico
- 8.2.6.3.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.2.6.3.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.2.6.3.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.2.6.3.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.3. Europe
- 8.3.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 8.3.2. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.3.3. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.3.4. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.3.5. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.3.6. Market size and forecast, by country
- 8.3.6.1. France
- 8.3.6.1.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.3.6.1.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.3.6.1.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.3.6.1.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.3.6.2. Germany
- 8.3.6.2.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.3.6.2.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.3.6.2.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.3.6.2.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.3.6.3. Italy
- 8.3.6.3.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.3.6.3.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.3.6.3.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.3.6.3.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.3.6.4. Spain
- 8.3.6.4.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.3.6.4.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.3.6.4.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.3.6.4.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.3.6.5. UK
- 8.3.6.5.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.3.6.5.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.3.6.5.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.3.6.5.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.3.6.6. Rest of Europe
- 8.3.6.6.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.3.6.6.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.3.6.6.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.3.6.6.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.4. Asia-Pacific
- 8.4.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 8.4.2. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.4.3. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.4.4. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.4.5. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.4.6. Market size and forecast, by country
- 8.4.6.1. China
- 8.4.6.1.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.4.6.1.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.4.6.1.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.4.6.1.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.4.6.2. Japan
- 8.4.6.2.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.4.6.2.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.4.6.2.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.4.6.2.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.4.6.3. India
- 8.4.6.3.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.4.6.3.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.4.6.3.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.4.6.3.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.4.6.4. Australia
- 8.4.6.4.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.4.6.4.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.4.6.4.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.4.6.4.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.4.6.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 8.4.6.5.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.4.6.5.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.4.6.5.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.4.6.5.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.5. LAMEA
- 8.5.1. Key market trends, growth factors and opportunities
- 8.5.2. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.5.3. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.5.4. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.5.5. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.5.6. Market size and forecast, by country
- 8.5.6.1. Brazil
- 8.5.6.1.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.5.6.1.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.5.6.1.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.5.6.1.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.5.6.2. South Africa,
- 8.5.6.2.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.5.6.2.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.5.6.2.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.5.6.2.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.5.6.3. Argentina
- 8.5.6.3.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.5.6.3.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.5.6.3.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.5.6.3.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
- 8.5.6.4. Rest of LAMEA
- 8.5.6.4.1. Market size and forecast, by Product Type
- 8.5.6.4.2. Market size and forecast, by Material
- 8.5.6.4.3. Market size and forecast, by End User
- 8.5.6.4.4. Market size and forecast, by Distribution Channel
CHAPTER 9: COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 9.1. Introduction
- 9.2. Top winning strategies
- 9.3. Product mapping of top 10 player
- 9.4. Competitive dashboard
- 9.5. Competitive heatmap
- 9.6. Top player positioning, 2023
CHAPTER 10: COMPANY PROFILES
- 10.1. Anchor Packaging Pty Ltd.
- 10.1.1. Company overview
- 10.1.2. Key executives
- 10.1.3. Company snapshot
- 10.1.4. Operating business segments
- 10.1.5. Product portfolio
- 10.2. BioPak
- 10.2.1. Company overview
- 10.2.2. Key executives
- 10.2.3. Company snapshot
- 10.2.4. Operating business segments
- 10.2.5. Product portfolio
- 10.2.6. Key strategic moves and developments
- 10.3. D&W Fine Pack LLC
- 10.3.1. Company overview
- 10.3.2. Key executives
- 10.3.3. Company snapshot
- 10.3.4. Operating business segments
- 10.3.5. Product portfolio
- 10.3.6. Key strategic moves and developments
- 10.4. Novolex
- 10.4.1. Company overview
- 10.4.2. Key executives
- 10.4.3. Company snapshot
- 10.4.4. Operating business segments
- 10.4.5. Product portfolio
- 10.4.6. Key strategic moves and developments
- 10.5. Gold Plast SPA
- 10.5.1. Company overview
- 10.5.2. Key executives
- 10.5.3. Company snapshot
- 10.5.4. Operating business segments
- 10.5.5. Product portfolio
- 10.6. Hotpack Packaging Industries LLC
- 10.6.1. Company overview
- 10.6.2. Key executives
- 10.6.3. Company snapshot
- 10.6.4. Operating business segments
- 10.6.5. Product portfolio
- 10.6.6. Key strategic moves and developments
- 10.7. Huhtamaki
- 10.7.1. Company overview
- 10.7.2. Key executives
- 10.7.3. Company snapshot
- 10.7.4. Operating business segments
- 10.7.5. Product portfolio
- 10.7.6. Business performance
- 10.7.7. Key strategic moves and developments
- 10.8. Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
- 10.8.1. Company overview
- 10.8.2. Key executives
- 10.8.3. Company snapshot
- 10.8.4. Operating business segments
- 10.8.5. Product portfolio
- 10.8.6. Business performance
- 10.9. Vegware Ltd
- 10.9.1. Company overview
- 10.9.2. Key executives
- 10.9.3. Company snapshot
- 10.9.4. Operating business segments
- 10.9.5. Product portfolio
- 10.10. Dart Container Corporation
- 10.10.1. Company overview
- 10.10.2. Key executives
- 10.10.3. Company snapshot
- 10.10.4. Operating business segments
- 10.10.5. Product portfolio
- 10.10.6. Key strategic moves and developments