Product Code: GVR-4-68040-472-2
Market Size & Trends:
The global compostable & biodegradable refuse bags market size was estimated at USD 374.01 million in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2024 to 2030. The market is driven by a combination of environmental concerns, regulatory frameworks, consumer preferences, and advancements in material science.
One key factor is the growing global awareness of environmental sustainability, with consumers and businesses increasingly seeking alternatives to conventional plastic bags. Traditional plastic refuse bags contribute significantly to pollution, as they take hundreds of years to decompose. In contrast, compostable and biodegradable refuse bags are designed to break down naturally within a much shorter time frame, reducing environmental impact. This shift is evident in regions such as Europe and North America, where bans or taxes on single-use plastics have accelerated the adoption of eco-friendly alternatives.
The regulatory push from governments and international organizations is positively influencing the market growth. Many governments have introduced legislation that promotes the use of compostable and biodegradable refuse bags. The European Union's Single-Use Plastics Directive is an example of a regulatory initiative that has propelled the demand for biodegradable alternatives. Similarly, in the U.S., certain states, such as California and New York, have passed laws banning or limiting the use of single-use plastic bags, encouraging the shift towards biodegradable refuse bags.
Consumer behavior and preferences also play a significant role in driving this market. As people become more environmentally conscious, there is a growing preference for sustainable products, including biodegradable refuse bags. Many consumers are willing to pay a premium for products that align with their values of environmental responsibility. Major retailers and brands have responded to this demand by offering eco-friendly bag options. For example, companies such as BioBag and EcoSafe provide a range of compostable bags that cater to both individual consumers and businesses, further accelerating the adoption of such products.
Global Compostable & Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global compostable & biodegradable refuse bags market report based on the material, capacity, application, and region:
- Material Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)
- Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate (PBAT)
- Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)
- Others
- Capacity Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- 7 to 20 Gallons
- 20 to 30 Gallons
- 30 to 40 Gallons
- 40 to 55 Gallons
- Above 55 Gallons
- Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Retail & Consumer
- Industrial
- Institutional
- Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Asia Pacific
- Central & South America
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- South Africa
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Materials & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
- 1.7. List of Abbreviations
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Outlook, 2023 (USD Million)
- 2.2. Segmental Outlook
- 2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Chapter 3. Compostable & Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market Variables, Trends, and Scope
- 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
- 3.2. Penetration and Growth Prospect Mapping
- 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Raw Material Trends
- 3.3.2. Manufacturing Trends
- 3.4. Regulatory Framework
- 3.5. Market Dynamics
- 3.5.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.5.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.5.3. Market Challenges Analysis
- 3.6. Business Environment Analysis
- 3.6.1. Industry Analysis - Porter's
- 3.6.2. PESTEL Analysis
- 3.7. Impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Initiatives on the Compostable & Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market
Chapter 4. Compostable & Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market: Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. Definition & Scope
- 4.2. Material Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 4.3. Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- 4.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 4.4. Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)
- 4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 4.5. Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate (PBAT)
- 4.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 4.6. Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA)
- 4.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 4.7. Others
- 4.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 5. Compostable & Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market: Capacity Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. Definition & Scope
- 5.2. Capacity Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 5.3. 7 to 20 Gallons
- 5.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 5.4. 20 to 30 Gallons
- 5.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 5.5. 30 to 40 Gallons
- 5.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 5.6. 40 to 55 Gallons
- 5.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 5.7. Above 55 Gallons
- 5.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 6. Compostable & Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. Definition & Scope
- 6.2. Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 6.3. Retail & Consumer
- 6.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 6.4. Industrial
- 6.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 6.5. Institutional
- 6.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 7. Compostable & Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 7.1. Key Takeaways
- 7.2. Regional Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 7.3. North America
- 7.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.5. U.S.
- 7.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.5.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.6. Canada
- 7.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.6.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.7. Mexico
- 7.3.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.7.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.3.7.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4. Europe
- 7.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.5. Germany
- 7.4.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.5.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.6. UK
- 7.4.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.6.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.7. France
- 7.4.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.7.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.7.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.8. Italy
- 7.4.8.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.8.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.8.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.8.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.9. Spain
- 7.4.9.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.9.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.9.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.4.9.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5. Asia Pacific
- 7.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.5. China
- 7.5.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.5.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.6. India
- 7.5.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.6.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.7. Japan
- 7.5.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.7.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.5.7.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6. Central & South America
- 7.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.5. Brazil
- 7.6.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.5.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.6. Argentina
- 7.6.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.6.6.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7. Middle East & Africa
- 7.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.5. Saudi Arabia
- 7.7.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.5.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.6. UAE
- 7.7.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.6.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.7. South Africa
- 7.7.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by material, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.7.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by capacity, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- 7.7.7.4. Market estimates and forecasts, by application, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape
- 8.1. Key Players & Recent Developments & Their Impact on the Industry
- 8.2. Vendor Landscape
- 8.2.1. Key Company/Competition Categorization
- 8.2.2. List of Key Raw Material Distributors and Channel Partners
- 8.3. Company Market Positioning Analysis, 2023
- 8.4. Company Heat Map Analysis
- 8.5. Strategy Mapping
- 8.5.1. Expansions
- 8.5.2. Collaborations/ Partnerships/ Agreements
- 8.5.3. New Product launches
- 8.5.4. Mergers & Acquisitions
- 8.5.5. Others
- 8.6. Market Dashboard Analysis
Chapter 9. Company Listing / Profiles
- 9.1. Mondi
- 9.1.1. Company Overview
- 9.1.2. Financial Performance
- 9.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.2. Sphere Group
- 9.2.1. Company Overview
- 9.2.2. Financial Performance
- 9.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.3. Vegware Global
- 9.3.1. Company Overview
- 9.3.2. Financial Performance
- 9.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.4. VICTOR Guthoff & Partner GmbH
- 9.4.1. Company Overview
- 9.4.2. Financial Performance
- 9.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.5. Cedo Ltd.
- 9.5.1. Company Overview
- 9.5.2. Financial Performance
- 9.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.6. BioBag International AS
- 9.6.1. Company Overview
- 9.6.2. Financial Performance
- 9.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7. PLAST-UP
- 9.7.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.8. Polybags Ltd
- 9.8.1. Company Overview
- 9.8.2. Financial Performance
- 9.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.9. Clondalkin Group Holdings B.V.
- 9.9.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.10. Plastiroll Oy Ltd
- 9.10.1. Company Overview
- 9.10.2. Financial Performance
- 9.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.11. The Biodegradable Bag Company Ltd
- 9.11.1. Company Overview
- 9.11.2. Financial Performance
- 9.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.12. QUICKPACK Haushalt + Hygiene GmbH
- 9.12.1. Company Overview
- 9.12.2. Financial Performance
- 9.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.13. The Compost Bag Company
- 9.13.1. Company Overview
- 9.13.2. Financial Performance
- 9.13.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.14. SIMPAC
- 9.14.1. Company Overview
- 9.14.2. Financial Performance
- 9.14.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.15. TERDEX GmbH
- 9.15.1. Company Overview
- 9.15.2. Financial Performance
- 9.15.3. Product Benchmarking
Chapter 10. Strategic Recommendations/ Analyst Perspective