Edit Content
Bizwit-Logo-Final

Bizwit Research & Consulting LLP is a global provider of business intelligence & consulting services. We have a strong primary base of key industry leaders along with the chain of industry analysts to analyze the market trends and its future impact in order to estimates and forecast different business segments and markets. 

Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market to Reach USD 21.98 Billion by 2032 The Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market, valued at approximately USD 8.42 billion in 2023, is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR of 11.25% over the forecast period from 2024 to 2032.

Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Size Study, By Application (Catering, Takeaway Food Services, Event Management, Restaurants, Cafes), By Product Type (Plates, Cutlery, Straws, Containers, Bags), By Material Type (PLA, PHA, Bagasse, Palm Leaf, Paper), By End Use (Food Beverage Industry, Hospitality Sector, Institutional Use, Retail Sector), and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

Product Code: CMPP-67306156
Publish Date: 9-01-2025
Page: 200

The Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market, valued at approximately USD 8.42 billion in 2023, is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR of 11.25% over the forecast period from 2024 to 2032.Compostable food service disposables are redefining sustainability in the food service industry by offering biodegradable alternatives to traditional plastic products. These disposables, crafted from materials such as PLA, PHA, bagasse, and palm leaf, have become integral to environmentally conscious businesses, particularly in catering, takeaway services, and institutional sectors.
The increasing regulatory emphasis on reducing single-use plastics, coupled with a surge in consumer awareness of environmental impact, has significantly propelled the market for compostable disposables. Businesses are pivoting towards sustainable practices to align with evolving consumer preferences and compliance requirements. Technological advancements in material science, enabling the production of cost-effective and durable compostable products, are further enhancing market dynamics. However, the high cost of raw materials and limited availability of industrial composting facilities pose challenges to market growth. Despite these obstacles, initiatives promoting circular economies and innovation in material sourcing are likely to bridge these gaps over time.
North America and Europe dominate the global market, driven by stringent environmental policies and widespread adoption of compostable products across the food service and hospitality industries. The Asia Pacific region is anticipated to experience the fastest growth, fueled by rapid urbanization, increasing disposable incomes, and a growing awareness of sustainability. Countries like China and India are emerging as lucrative markets, with significant investments in eco-friendly packaging solutions.
Major market players included in this report are:
• Vegware Ltd
• Huhtamaki Oyj
• Biopak Pty Ltd
• Genpak LLC
• Dart Container Corporation
• Eco-Products, Inc.
• Stora Enso Oyj
• Bionatic GmbH & Co. KG
• The Cup Store
• Duni AB
• Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
• NatureWorks LLC
• Novolex Holdings, Inc.
• Papstar GmbH
• World Centric
The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:
By Application:
• Catering
• Takeaway Food Services
• Event Management
• Restaurants
• Cafes
By Product Type:
• Plates
• Cutlery
• Straws
• Containers
• Bags
By Material Type:
• PLA (Polylactic Acid)
• PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoates)
• Bagasse
• Palm Leaf
• Paper
By End Use:
• Food Beverage Industry
• Hospitality Sector
• Institutional Use
• Retail Sector
By Region:
North America:
• U.S.
• Canada
Europe:
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific:
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America:
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa:
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa
Years considered for the study are as follows:
• Historical Year – 2022
• Base Year – 2023
• Forecast Period – 2024 to 2032
Key Takeaways:
• Market estimates and forecasts for 10 years, from 2022 to 2032.
• Regional and segmental analysis with annualized revenues.
• In-depth analysis of key market trends and drivers.
• Comprehensive regional breakdown with country-level insights.
• Competitive landscape highlighting major market players and strategies.
• Supply-side and demand-side market dynamics and recommendations.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Executive Summary
1.1. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Application
1.3.2. By Product Type
1.3.3. By Material Type
1.3.4. By End Use
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Definition and Research Assumptions
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
2.3.2. Limitations
2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
2.3.3.1. Availability
2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
2.3.3.4. Market Competition
2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer’s Perspective)
2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Increasing Regulatory Emphasis on Sustainability
3.1.2. Surge in Consumer Environmental Awareness
3.1.3. Technological Advancements in Material Science
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. High Cost of Raw Materials
3.2.2. Limited Availability of Industrial Composting Facilities
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Growth in the Catering and Event Management Sectors
3.3.2. Expansion in Emerging Markets
3.3.3. Innovations in Material Sourcing and Production Processes
Chapter 4. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
4.2.3. Social
4.2.4. Technological
4.2.5. Environmental
4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunities
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
5.2.1. Catering
5.2.2. Takeaway Food Services
5.2.3. Event Management
5.2.4. Restaurants
5.2.5. Cafes
Chapter 6. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Size & Forecasts by Product Type 2022-2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market: Product Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
6.2.1. Plates
6.2.2. Cutlery
6.2.3. Straws
6.2.4. Containers
6.2.5. Bags
Chapter 7. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Size & Forecasts by Material Type 2022-2032
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market: Material Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
7.2.1. PLA (Polylactic Acid)
7.2.2. PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoates)
7.2.3. Bagasse
7.2.4. Palm Leaf
7.2.5. Paper
Chapter 8. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Size & Forecasts by End Use 2022-2032
8.1. Segment Dashboard
8.2. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market: End Use Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
8.2.1. Food Beverage Industry
8.2.2. Hospitality Sector
8.2.3. Institutional Use
8.2.4. Retail Sector
Chapter 9. Global Compostable Food Service Disposables Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032
9.1. North America Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.1.1. U.S. Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.1.1.1. Application Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.1.1.2. Product Type Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.1.2. Canada Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.2. Europe Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.2.1. UK Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.2.2. Germany Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.2.3. France Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.2.4. Spain Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.2.5. Italy Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.2.6. Rest of Europe Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.3. Asia-Pacific Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.3.1. China Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.3.2. India Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.3.3. Japan Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.3.4. Australia Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.3.5. South Korea Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.3.6. Rest of Asia Pacific Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.4. Latin America Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.4.1. Brazil Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.4.2. Mexico Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.4.3. Rest of Latin America Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.5. Middle East & Africa Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.5.1. Saudi Arabia Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.5.2. South Africa Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
9.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Compostable Food Service Disposables Market
Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence
10.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
10.1.1. Vegware Ltd
10.1.2. Huhtamaki Oyj
10.1.3. Biopak Pty Ltd
10.2. Top Market Strategies
10.3. Company Profiles
10.3.1. Vegware Ltd
10.3.1.1. Key Information
10.3.1.2. Overview
10.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
10.3.1.4. Product Summary
10.3.1.5. Market Strategies
10.3.2. Genpak LLC
10.3.3. Dart Container Corporation
10.3.4. Eco-Products, Inc.
10.3.5. Stora Enso Oyj
10.3.6. Bionatic GmbH & Co. KG
10.3.7. The Cup Store
10.3.8. Duni AB
10.3.9. Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
10.3.10. NatureWorks LLC
10.3.11. Novolex Holdings, Inc.
10.3.12. Papstar GmbH
10.3.13. World Centric
Chapter 11. Research Process
11.1. Research Process
11.1.1. Data Mining
11.1.2. Analysis
11.1.3. Market Estimation
11.1.4. Validation
11.1.5. Publishing
11.2. Research Attributes

At Bizwit Research and Consultancy, we employ a thorough and iterative research methodology with the goal of minimizing discrepancies, ensuring the provision of highly accurate estimates and predictions over the forecast period. Our approach involves a combination of bottom-up and top-down strategies to effectively segment and estimate quantitative aspects of the market, utilizing our proprietary data & AI tools. Our Proprietary Tools allow us for the creation of customized models specific to the research objectives. This enables us to develop tailored statistical models and forecasting algorithms to estimate market trends, future growth, or consumer behavior. The customization enhances the accuracy and relevance of the research findings.
We are dedicated to clearly communicating the purpose and objectives of each research project in the final deliverables. Our process begins by identifying the specific problem or challenge our client wishes to address, and from there, we establish precise research questions that need to be answered. To gain a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and identify the most relevant trends and best practices, we conduct an extensive review of existing literature, industry reports, case studies, and pertinent academic research.
Critical elements of methodology employed for all our studies include:
Data Collection:
To determine the appropriate methods of data collection based on the research objectives, we consider both primary and secondary sources. Primary data collection involves gathering information directly from various industry experts in core and related fields, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), vendors, suppliers, technology developers, alliances, and organizations. These sources encompass all segments of the value chain within the specific industry. Through in-depth interviews, we engage with key industry participants, subject-matter experts, C-level executives of major market players, industry consultants, and other relevant experts. This allows us to obtain and validate critical qualitative and quantitative information while evaluating market prospects. AI and Big Data are instrumental in our primary research, providing us with powerful tools to collect, analyze, and derive insights from data efficiently. These technologies contribute to the advancement of research methodologies, enabling us to make data-driven decisions and uncover valuable findings.
In addition to primary sources, we extensively utilize secondary sources to enhance our research. These include directories, databases, journals focusing on related industries, company newsletters, and information portals such as Bloomberg, D&B Hoovers, and Factiva. These secondary sources enable us to identify and gather valuable information for our comprehensive, technical, market-oriented, and commercial study of the market. Additionally, we utilize AI algorithms to automate the collection of vast amounts of data from various sources such as surveys, social media platforms, online transactions, and web scraping. And employ Big Data technologies for storage and processing of large datasets, ensuring that no valuable information is missed during the data collection process.
Data Analysis:
Our team of experts carefully examine the gathered data using suitable statistical techniques and qualitative analysis methods. For quantitative analysis, we employ descriptive statistics, regression analysis, and other advanced statistical methods, depending on the characteristics of the data. This analysis may also incorporate the utilization of AI tools and big data analysis techniques to extract meaningful insights.
To ensure the accuracy and reliability of our findings, we extensively leverage data science techniques, which help us minimize discrepancies and uncertainties in our analysis. We employ Data Science to clean and preprocess the data, ensuring its quality and reliability. This involves handling missing data, removing outliers, standardizing variables, and transforming data into suitable formats for analysis. The application of data science techniques enhances our accuracy, efficiency, and depth of analysis, enabling us to stay competitive in dynamic market environments.
Market Size Estimation:
Our proprietary data tools play a crucial role in deriving our market estimates and forecasts. Each study involves the creation of a unique and customized model. The model incorporates the gathered information on market dynamics, technology landscape, application development, and pricing trends. AI techniques, such as machine learning and deep learning, aid us to analyze patterns within the data to identify correlations, trends, and relationships. By recognizing patterns in consumer behavior, purchasing habits, or market dynamics, our AI algorithms aid us in more precise estimations of market size. These factors are simultaneously analyzed within the model, allowing for a comprehensive assessment. To quantify their impact over the forecast period, correlation, regression, and time series analysis are employed.
To estimate and validate the market size, we employ both top-down and bottom-up approaches. The preference is given to a bottom-up approach, where key regional markets are analyzed as separate entities. This data is then integrated to obtain global estimates. This approach is crucial as it provides a deep understanding of the industry and helps minimize errors.
In our forecasting process, we consider various parameters such as economic tools, technological analysis, industry experience, and domain expertise. By taking all these factors into account, we strive to produce accurate and reliable market forecasts. When forecasting, we take into consideration several parameters, which include:
Market driving trends and favorable economic conditions
Restraints and challenges that are expected to be encountered during the forecast period.
Anticipated opportunities for growth and development
Technological advancements and projected developments in the market
Consumer spending trends and dynamics
Shifts in consumer preferences and behaviors.
The current state of raw materials and trends in supply versus pricing
Regulatory landscape and expected changes or developments.
The existing capacity in the market and any expected additions or expansions up to the end of the forecast period.
To assess the market impact of these parameters, we assign weights to each one and utilize weighted average analysis. This process allows us to quantify their influence on the market and derive an expected growth rate for the forecasted period. By considering these various factors and applying a weighted analysis approach, we strive to provide accurate and reliable market forecasts.
Insight Generation & Report Presentation:
After conducting the research, our experts analyze the findings in relation to the research objectives and the specific needs of the client. They generate valuable insights and recommendations that directly address the client’s business challenges. These insights are carefully connected to the research findings to provide a comprehensive understanding.
Next, we create a well-structured research report that effectively communicates the research findings, insights, and recommendations to the client. To enhance clarity and comprehension, we utilize visual aids such as charts, graphs, and tables. These visual elements are employed to present the data in an engaging and easily understandable format, ensuring that the information is accessible and visually appealing to the client. Our aim is to deliver a clear and concise report that conveys the research findings effectively and provides actionable recommendations to meet the client’s specific needs.

Need Assistance

Contact Person -
Krishant Mennon
Call us @
+ 91 99931 15879
Email: sales@bizwitresearch.com

Checkout

Why Choose Us?

Quality over Quantity

Backed by 60+ paid data sources our reports deliver crisp insights with no compromise quality.

Analyst Support

24x7 Chat Support plus
free analyst hours with every purchase

Flawless Methodology

Our 360-degree approach of market study, our research methods leave stones unturned.

Enquiry Now