Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market Overview
The Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market was valued at USD xxxx in 2024 and is projected to reach USD xxxx by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of xx% during the forecast period 2025–2035. Market growth is driven by increasing environmental awareness, stringent regulations on single-use plastics, rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions, and strong commitments by brand owners toward circular economy goals.
Recycled packaging materials are derived from post-consumer and post-industrial waste streams and are widely used across food & beverage, consumer goods, e-commerce, and industrial packaging applications. The market analysis evaluates historical consumption patterns, regulatory developments, recycling infrastructure maturity, technological advancements, and evolving sustainability mandates across major economies.
Impact of COVID-19 on the Recycled Packaging Materials Market
The COVID-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on the recycled packaging materials market. During the initial phase of the pandemic, disruptions in waste collection, recycling operations, and logistics temporarily constrained supply. At the same time, demand from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and e-commerce sectors remained resilient or increased.
Post-pandemic recovery has been supported by renewed investments in recycling infrastructure, increased consumer preference for environmentally responsible packaging, and accelerated corporate sustainability initiatives. Governments and brand owners have reinforced long-term commitments to recycled content usage, strengthening the market outlook.
Market Segmentation Analysis
By Type
Glass
Recycled glass is widely used in beverage, food, and pharmaceutical packaging due to its infinite recyclability, chemical inertness, and premium appearance. High recycling rates in developed regions support steady demand.
Metal
Recycled metals, including aluminum and steel, are extensively used in cans, containers, and closures. Their high recycling efficiency, durability, and value retention make them a key segment in sustainable packaging.
Paper
Recycled paper is a major segment, driven by its widespread use in cartons, wraps, and flexible packaging. Growth is supported by demand from consumer goods and food service industries.
Corrugated Cardboard
Corrugated cardboard represents one of the fastest-growing segments, driven by e-commerce expansion, logistics packaging, and retail distribution. High recyclability and cost efficiency support strong adoption.
Others
This segment includes recycled plastics and composite materials used in specialty and protective packaging applications.
By Application
Glass Packaging
Includes bottles and jars used primarily in beverages, food, and pharmaceuticals, where recycled content improves sustainability credentials without compromising quality.
Metal Packaging
Used extensively in food cans, beverage cans, and aerosol containers, benefiting from strong recycling loops and regulatory support.
Paper Packaging
Covers cartons, bags, and wraps used across retail, food service, and industrial applications.
Corrugated Cardboard Packaging
Dominant in shipping, e-commerce, and secondary packaging applications due to strength, lightweight nature, and recyclability.
Others
Includes protective packaging, molded fiber products, and specialty sustainable packaging formats.
Competitive Landscape and Key Players
The Recycled Packaging Materials Market is moderately consolidated, with global packaging leaders and regional specialists competing on sustainability credentials, material quality, innovation, and supply reliability. Strategic priorities include increasing recycled content, improving material performance, and expanding recycling partnerships.
Key players operating in the market include:
Regional Analysis
North America
North America represents a mature market supported by established recycling infrastructure, strong regulatory frameworks, and high adoption of recycled paper and corrugated packaging. Corporate sustainability commitments are a key growth driver.
Europe
Europe is a global leader in recycled packaging adoption, driven by strict environmental regulations, extended producer responsibility programs, and high recycling rates. Paper, cardboard, and glass packaging dominate regional demand.
Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region, supported by rapid urbanization, expanding consumer goods markets, and increasing government initiatives to improve waste management and recycling capacity.
South America
South America is an emerging market, driven by growing packaging demand, expanding food and beverage industries, and gradual improvements in recycling infrastructure, particularly in Brazil and Argentina.
Middle East & Africa
The Middle East & Africa region shows moderate growth, supported by rising awareness of sustainable packaging, infrastructure development, and increasing adoption of recycled materials in commercial packaging.
Executive Summary
The global recycled packaging materials market is undergoing sustained expansion as sustainability shifts from a regulatory requirement to a strategic priority for brand owners, retailers, and packaging producers. Increasing pressure to reduce virgin material consumption, lower carbon footprints, and comply with circular economy targets is accelerating the adoption of recycled glass, metal, paper, and corrugated cardboard across packaging formats.
Food & beverage, e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods remain the primary demand drivers, with corrugated cardboard and recycled paper leading volume consumption. Europe and North America continue to set regulatory and sustainability benchmarks, while Asia-Pacific is emerging as the fastest-growing region due to rapid urbanization, consumption growth, and expanding recycling infrastructure.
DRTO Analysis (Drivers, Restraints, Trends & Opportunities)
Drivers
Restraints
Trends
Opportunities
SWOT Analysis for Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Threat of New Entrants – Moderate
While packaging manufacturing is capital intensive, regional players can enter recycled packaging segments with focused product offerings. Brand trust, scale, and supply consistency remain key barriers.
Bargaining Power of Suppliers – Moderate
Suppliers of recycled raw materials (waste collectors, recycling facilities) hold moderate power, particularly in regions with limited recycling capacity. Long-term sourcing agreements help mitigate risks.
Bargaining Power of Buyers – High
Large FMCG companies, retailers, and e-commerce platforms exert strong bargaining power due to high volumes, sustainability requirements, and availability of multiple packaging suppliers.
Threat of Substitutes – Moderate
Substitutes such as compostable bioplastics, reusable packaging, and alternative materials pose competition, though recycled packaging remains cost-effective and widely accepted.
Competitive Rivalry – High
The market is highly competitive, with global packaging leaders and regional players competing on sustainability performance, recycled content levels, cost efficiency, and innovation.
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1. Market Overview of Recycled Packaging Materials Market
1.1 Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Overview
1.1.1 Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Scope
1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
1.2 Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Regions:
1.3 Recycled Packaging Materials Market Historic Market Size by Regions
1.4 Recycled Packaging Materials Market Forecasted Market Size by Regions
1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
1.5.1 North America
1.5.2 East Asia
1.5.3 Europe
1.5.4 South Asia
1.5.5 Southeast Asia
1.5.6 Middle East
1.5.7 Africa
1.5.8 Oceania
1.5.9 South America
1.5.10 Rest of the World
1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth, Projections
1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Recycled Packaging Materials Market Sales Market by Type
2.1 Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market Historic Market Size by Type
2.2 Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market Forecasted Market Size by Type
2.3 Glass
2.4 Metal
2.5 Paper
2.6 Corrugated Cardboard
2.7 Others
3. Covid-19 Impact Recycled Packaging Materials Market Sales Market by Application
3.1 Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market Historic Market Size by Application
3.2 Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market Forecasted Market Size by Application
3.3 Glass
3.4 Metal
3.5 Paper
3.6 Corrugated Cardboard
3.7 Others
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
4.1 Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
4.2 Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
4.3 Global Recycled Packaging Materials Market Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Recycled Packaging Materials Market Business
5.1 Amcor
5.1.1 Amcor Company Profile
5.1.2 Amcor Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.1.3 Amcor Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.2 Be Green Packaging
5.2.1 Be Green Packaging Company Profile
5.2.2 Be Green Packaging Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.2.3 Be Green Packaging Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.3 Berkley International Packaging
5.3.1 Berkley International Packaging Company Profile
5.3.2 Berkley International Packaging Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.3.3 Berkley International Packaging Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.4 Biopac
5.4.1 Biopac Company Profile
5.4.2 Biopac Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.4.3 Biopac Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.5 Evergreen Packaging
5.5.1 Evergreen Packaging Company Profile
5.5.2 Evergreen Packaging Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.5.3 Evergreen Packaging Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.6 International Paper
5.6.1 International Paper Company Profile
5.6.2 International Paper Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.6.3 International Paper Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.7 Kruger
5.7.1 Kruger Company Profile
5.7.2 Kruger Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.7.3 Kruger Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.8 Mondi Group
5.8.1 Mondi Group Company Profile
5.8.2 Mondi Group Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.8.3 Mondi Group Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.9 Ranpak
5.9.1 Ranpak Company Profile
5.9.2 Ranpak Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.9.3 Ranpak Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.10 Smurfit Kappa Group
5.10.1 Smurfit Kappa Group Company Profile
5.10.2 Smurfit Kappa Group Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.10.3 Smurfit Kappa Group Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.11 Tetra Laval
5.11.1 Tetra Laval Company Profile
5.11.2 Tetra Laval Recycled Packaging Materials Market Product Specification
5.11.3 Tetra Laval Recycled Packaging Materials Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
6.1 North America Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
6.2 North America Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
6.3 North America Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
6.4 North America Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
7.1 East Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
7.2 East Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
7.3 East Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
7.4 East Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
8. Europe
8.1 Europe Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
8.2 Europe Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
8.3 Europe Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
8.4 Europe Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
9.1 South Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
9.2 South Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
9.3 South Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
9.4 South Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
10.1 Southeast Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
10.2 Southeast Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
10.3 Southeast Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
10.4 Southeast Asia Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
11.1 Middle East Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
11.2 Middle East Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
11.3 Middle East Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
11.4 Middle East Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
12. Africa
12.1 Africa Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
12.2 Africa Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
12.3 Africa Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
12.4 Africa Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
13.1 Oceania Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
13.2 Oceania Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
13.3 Oceania Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
13.4 Oceania Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
14. South America
14.1 South America Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
14.2 South America Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
14.3 South America Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
14.4 South America Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
15.1 Rest of the World Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size
15.2 Rest of the World Recycled Packaging Materials Market Key Players in North America
15.3 Rest of the World Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Type
15.4 Rest of the World Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Size by Application
16 Recycled Packaging Materials Market Market Dynamics
16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
16.4 Porter?s Five Forces Analysis
18 Regulatory Information
17 Analyst's Viewpoints/Conclusions
18 Appendix
18.1 Research Methodology
18.1.1 Methodology/Research Approach
18.1.2 Data Source
18.2 Disclaimer
Market Segmentation Analysis
By Type
Glass
Recycled glass is widely used in beverage, food, and pharmaceutical packaging due to its infinite recyclability, chemical inertness, and premium appearance. High recycling rates in developed regions support steady demand.
Metal
Recycled metals, including aluminum and steel, are extensively used in cans, containers, and closures. Their high recycling efficiency, durability, and value retention make them a key segment in sustainable packaging.
Paper
Recycled paper is a major segment, driven by its widespread use in cartons, wraps, and flexible packaging. Growth is supported by demand from consumer goods and food service industries.
Corrugated Cardboard
Corrugated cardboard represents one of the fastest-growing segments, driven by e-commerce expansion, logistics packaging, and retail distribution. High recyclability and cost efficiency support strong adoption.
Others
This segment includes recycled plastics and composite materials used in specialty and protective packaging applications.
By Application
Glass Packaging
Includes bottles and jars used primarily in beverages, food, and pharmaceuticals, where recycled content improves sustainability credentials without compromising quality.
Metal Packaging
Used extensively in food cans, beverage cans, and aerosol containers, benefiting from strong recycling loops and regulatory support.
Paper Packaging
Covers cartons, bags, and wraps used across retail, food service, and industrial applications.
Corrugated Cardboard Packaging
Dominant in shipping, e-commerce, and secondary packaging applications due to strength, lightweight nature, and recyclability.
Others
Includes protective packaging, molded fiber products, and specialty sustainable packaging formats.
Competitive Landscape and Key Players
The Recycled Packaging Materials Market is moderately consolidated, with global packaging leaders and regional specialists competing on sustainability credentials, material quality, innovation, and supply reliability. Strategic priorities include increasing recycled content, improving material performance, and expanding recycling partnerships.
Key players operating in the market include:
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