Eco Bowls Market Snapshot (2023 to 2033)

The global eco bowls market is anticipated to accumulate a market value of US$ 950 million in 2023 and is expected to garner a valuation of US$ 1,750 million by exhibiting a CAGR of 6.3% in the forecast period 2023 to 2033. The Eco Bowls market reflected a growth of 5.1 % CAGR in the historical period 2018 to 2022.

Data Points Key Statistics
Expected Market Value in 2023 US$ 950 million
Projected Market Value in 2033 US$ 1,750 million
Growth Rate (2023 to 2033) 6.3% CAGR

Due to the ease and hygiene offered by eco bowls, the food service industry would be the main contributor to the market growth, since they are the primary end-user. As these bowls are made from renewable resources like sugarcane, paper, bamboo, and other biodegradable substances these bowls are expected to minimize methane emissions.

Eco bowls are a form of tableware that offers several advantages, such as suitability for hot and cold liquids and superior strength and performance. As people are becoming more environmentally conscious, this trend is propelling the demand for sustainable bowls such as eco bowls which is driving the market growth.

Biodegradable bowls made of biomaterial are hygienic, portable, and lightweight. These bowls are a good option for the food service industry since they are less expensive than glass bowls and, are also tricky to handle. Thus, the adoption of eco-friendly bowls in food sector will drive their sales in the coming years.

Growing number of green enterprises across the globe are increasing the potential for the manufacturing and employment of eco-friendly bowls as dinnerware. The industry is witnessing growth due to rising awareness of the harmful impacts of plastic on aquatic and avian life.

Kitchen utensil makers are being encouraged to use disposable materials like wood, bagasse, husk, and coconut coir for manufacturing compostable and recyclable bowls due to rising concerns about the negative impacts associated with the disintegrating qualities of silverware made from synthetically derived polymers.

In addition, ocean water pollution is a significant issue threatening aquatic life, which is another reason why end consumers opt for biodegradable tableware over other tableware made of non-degradable materials like plastic.

To remove non-biodegradable plastic, various governments have created stringent restrictions and policies. The market for biodegradable dinnerware is anticipated to increase due to favorable government initiatives and increasing consumer awareness of the drawbacks of using plastic products.

The growth of industrialization is also a key factor accelerating the growth of eco-friendly bowls market. Rising adoption of petroleum-free and non-toxic products, surging disposable income, and heavy investment in research and development activities are some other factors that will also amplify product sales in the forecast period.

Geographically, North America is expected to dominate the market by commanding over 40% revenue share by end of the forecast period. The market is expected to be driven due to the creation of goods from green waste like fallen palm leaves and paper scraps. This will be the solution to the problem of trash generation and will facilitate the demand for eco-friendly bowls.

Manufacturers are witnessing the chance to expand the scope of their product line-up. Recycling garbage is, therefore, a chance for the market players to produce biodegradable disposable tableware such as eco-bowls that and benefit the entire industry in the region. Furthermore, the demand for biodegradable bowls from restaurants, cafes takeaways, and consumers on the go is also expected to increase.

Likewise, the European market is expected to grow with the fastest CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period. The growth is attributed to factors such as growing concerns related to the ill effects of plastic tableware, increasing emphasis on petroleum-free and non-toxic products, a ban on the use of single-use plastic products, the rapid expansion of takeaways and online food services, and growing preference for environment-friendly tableware.

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How Competitive is the Market?

Recent developments and breakthroughs in technology, mergers, acquisitions, tie-ups, and partnerships within the companies involved in manufacturing eco bowls are expected to create lucrative opportunities for market growth during the forecast period.

  • Huhtamaki, is a key global manufacturer of sustainable packaging solutions, that teamed up with Carte D'OR to upgrade the packaging for its ice cream to recyclable paper lids and tubs. This move toward recyclable packaging will help the brand remove more than 900 tons of virgin plastic in the United Kingdom per year.
  • In January 2022, Amcor PLC introduced AmFiberTM, a new platform for paper-based packaging products. AmFiber's innovations aim is to reimagine the functionality of typical paper-based packaging, offering a wide range of functional benefits to cater to the evolving needs of consumers. AmFiber's product is an innovative solution customized to provide snacks and confectionery products to European customers with recyclable packaging that provides a high barrier to moisture and Oxygen.

Eco Bowls Market Overview

Eco bowls are 100% natural, chemical free and eco-friendly material that are used only by natural products directly from Mother Nature. Packaging is an essential part which includes containing and protecting various types of products for storage, distribution, serving, sale and use.

There has been a steady increase in a healthy lifestyle, safe, convenience food and growing industry ad consumer awareness towards eco-friendly products. Eco bowls are made up of bamboo, sugarcane, coconut, paper, and box board. Eco bowls also ensure low cost and low labour cost and also reduces materials wastage.

Eco bowls are majorly used in food and beverages industry specifically in restaurants. Other than the basic properties, eco bowls work as a remarkable promotional strategy for the food and beverage industry. Eco bowls are widely used as cutlery in various parts of the world. The significance of the eco bowls is spreading with the awareness of the biodegradable products among the consumers.

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What Drives the Growth of the Eco Bowls Market?

Eco bowl is widely used in food and beverage industry. Research shows that consumers are preferring and actively looking for sustainable products and packaging. So eco bowl act as an alternative to plastic packaging for frozen, chilled and ambient food. The eco bowl not only protect the food items from plastic utensils or packaging but also help in keeping the item fresh and also increases the shelf life.

The increasing demand for eco-friendly, harmless, and sustainable tableware owing to increasing number of restaurants, and cafes is increasing the demand for biodegradable bowls.

What Restraints the Growth of the Eco Bowls Market?

The restraints that can be considered in the growth of the Eco Bowls market are the awareness regarding the packaging is less and the availability of this type of packaging is also not widely spread. By increasing awareness about the benefits and the availability of the products there is a maximum chance for a better growth of the eco bowl market.

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How is the Growth of the Eco Bowls Market in a Developing Country Like India?

Biodegradable cups are compostable and biodegradable products which is made to diminish the methane emissions, so they are made out of sugarcane, paper and bamboo and many others. In a country like India where agriculture is the main source of economy there are lots of raw materials available.

Rising awareness of the bio degradable products is definitely a factor but also in India since olden time people prefer eating in steel plates and bowls or cutlery made of bamboo or mud and clay or iron. All these are the most sustainable form of packaging for food and beverages.

How the Increasing Adoption of the Eco-Friendly Packaging is Helps to Boost the Eco Bowls Market?

The environmental degradation by the single use of plastic causes a tremendous impact on the environment. This has led to the development of a sustainable choices of the consumer packaging especially in the food and beverages industry.

The end users are also subconsciously preferring green products due to the environmental concerns. The companies in the market are constantly innovating to introduce greener secondary packaging products. Thus, the aforementioned trends and initiatives will drive the Eco Bowls market.

Competitive Landscape

Key players involved in the Eco Bowl market are

  • Amcor Plc
  • Mondi Group
  • Crown Holdings
  • Huhtamaki Oyj
  • WestRock
  • Smurfit Kappa
  • Sonoco Products Company
  • Evergreen Packaging
  • Elopak
  • DS Smith
  • GWP Packaging
  • Swedbrand Group
  • Paybox
  • Buddy Fruits
  • GF Harvest
  • Others

What are the Recent Developments in the Eco Bowls Market?

  • Winpak company acquired Norwood Printing Inc. and Cheringal Associates which is situated in New Jersey, US .
  • Evergreen Packaging invented a renewable ice cream bowl (cup) for selling plant-based ice cream made by a dairy company named NadoMoo in US. This is also known as Sentinel. The material used to make the product is sugarcane based polypropylene board.

Key Segments of Eco Bowls Market Covered in the Report

Based on Material:

  • Bioplastics
  • Paperboard
  • Wheat Bran
  • Bagasse
  • Bamboo Fiber
  • Sugarcane

Based on Product Type:

  • Degradable Bowls
  • Reusable Bowls
Table of Content
	1. Executive Summary
	2. Industry Introduction, including Taxonomy and Market Definition
	3. Market Trends and Success Factors, including Macro-economic Factors, Market Dynamics, and Recent Industry Developments
	4. Global Market Demand Analysis and Forecast, including Historical Analysis and Future Projections
	5. Pricing Analysis
	6. Global Market Analysis and Forecast
		6.1. Material
		6.2. Product Type
	7. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By Material
		7.1. Bioplastics
		7.2. Paperboard
		7.3. Wheat Bran
		7.4. Bagasse
		7.5. Bamboo Fiber
		7.6. Sugarcane
	8. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By Product Type
		8.1. Degradable Bowls
		8.2. Reusable Bowls
	9. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By Region
		9.1. North America
		9.2. Latin America
		9.3. Western Europe
		9.4. Eastern Europe
		9.5. Asia Pacific
		9.6. East Asia
		9.7. MEA
	10. North America Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	11. Latin America Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	12. Western Europe Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	13. Eastern Europe Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	14. Asia Pacific Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	15. East Asia Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	16. MEA Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	17. Sales Forecast by Material and Product Type for 30 Countries
	18. Competition Outlook, including Market Structure Analysis, Company Share Analysis by Key Players, and Competition Dashboard
	19. Company Profile
		19.1. Mondi Group
		19.2. Crown Holdings
		19.3. Huhtamaki Oyj
		19.4. WestRock
		19.5. Smurfit Kappa
		19.6. Sonoco Products Company
		19.7. Evergreen Packaging
		19.8. Elopak
		19.9. DS Smith
		19.10. GWP Packaging
		19.11. Swedbrand Group
		19.12. Paybox
		19.13. Buddy Fruits
		19.14. GF Harvest
		19.15. Others
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