Sustainable Packaging Market to Hit USD 433.49 Bn by 2030, Growing at a CAGR of 7.37%; Driven by E-commerce and Recycling Trends

The sustainable packaging market is entering a significant growth phase as businesses, consumers, and regulators alike push for lower-impact packaging solutions. According to Mordor Intelligence, the market was valued at USD 303.80 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 433.49 billion by 2030, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.37 % over the forecast period.  

This press release delves into the forces shaping the sustainable packaging market — the key trends, segmentation, top players, and regional dynamics that will influence the coming years. The aim is to present the landscape clearly, with a focus on where opportunities and challenges lie. 

Key Trends in the Sustainable Packaging Market 

The sustainable packaging market is witnessing several strong trends that are shaping its growth trajectory: 

• EPR Regulations Expanding: Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws across more than 60 countries are aligning compliance requirements and compelling brands to switch to sustainable packaging solutions. 
• Rising PCR Content Commitments: Companies are setting ambitious goals for post-consumer recycled (PCR) content, which is tightening supply chains and increasing demand for recycled materials. 
• Shift Toward Compostable Formats: Compostable and biodegradable packaging is growing at a faster rate than traditional recyclable options, driven by consumer demand and brand sustainability pledges. 
• Flexible Packaging Growth: Mono-material films and pouches in the flexible segment are gaining adoption due to their lighter weight, lower logistics costs, and improved recyclability. 
• AI-Driven Recycling Improvements: Artificial intelligence and advanced sortation technologies are raising recycling efficiency, lowering contamination rates, and reducing the cost gap between recycled and virgin packaging materials. 

Market Segmentation of the Sustainable Packaging Market 

By Process 

• Reusable Packaging 
• Recyclable Packaging 
• And more 

By Material Type 

• Paper and Paperboard 
• Plastics 
• And more 

By Packaging Format 

• Rigid 
• Flexible 

By Function 

• Primary Packaging 
• Secondary Packaging 
• And more 

By End User 

• Food and Beverage 
• Pharmaceutical and Healthcare 
• And more 

By Geography 

• North America: United States, Canada, Mexico 
• Europe: Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Rest of Europe 
• And more 

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Key Players 

• Amcor plc 
• Smurfit WestRock 
• Sonoco Products Company 
• Sealed Air Corporation 
• Mondi plc 

Dominant Country 

Europe currently leads the sustainable packaging market, capturing about 34.57 % of global revenue as of 2024. Its head start is rooted in strong regulatory frameworks, such as the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, mature recycling infrastructure, deposit-return schemes, and mandates on recycled content and PFAS bans. Multinational brand headquarters in Europe further concentrate demand for advanced materials and eco-design solutions. This region serves as a testbed for innovations that later scale globally, making Europe the reference point in sustainable packaging development and adoption. 

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