North America Sustainable Packaging Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2031
North America Sustainable Packaging Market Insights
- According to Packaging Market Insights analysis, the North America Sustainable Packaging Market size stood at USD 201.17 Billion in 2025 and is forecasted to reach USD 288.45 Billion by 2031.
- The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.24% between 2026 and 2031.
- By segment, Paper & Paperboard was the leading By Material in terms of market size in 2025.
- Plant-based Materials is expected to be the most lucrative By Material segment, exhibiting the fastest growth throughout the forecast period.
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Other Key Findings
- The global Sustainable Packaging Market size saw North America holding a share of 35.03% in 2025.
- United States is forecasted to account for the leading share of the global market by 2031.
- In North America, Canada is forecasted to be the fastest-expanding market, projected to reach USD 60.7 Billion by 2031.
Report Summary
| Report Scope | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Year for Study | 2025 |
| Study Period | 2022-2031 |
| Historical Period | 2022-2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2031 |
| Market Size In 2025 | USD 201.17 Billion |
| Market Size In 2031 | USD 288.45 Billion |
| Largest segment | Paper & Paperboard |
| Units | Revenue in USD Billion |
| CAGR | 6.24% (2026-2031) |
| Segmnetation Covered | |
| North America |
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| By Material |
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| By Packaging Type |
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| By Process |
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| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends |
North America Sustainable Packaging Market Country 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| North America | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 159.39 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Canada | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
North America Sustainable Packaging Market By Material 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By Material | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper & Paperboard | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 60.39 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Plastic (Bioplastics / Recycled Plastics) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Glass | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Metal | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Plant-based Materials | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Others | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
North America Sustainable Packaging Market By Packaging Type 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By Packaging Type | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bags & Sacks | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 61.32 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Boxes & Cartons | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Trays & Clamshells | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Pouches | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Bottles & Jars | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Films & Wraps | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
North America Sustainable Packaging Market By Process 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By Process | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reusable Packaging | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 71.46 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Recyclable Packaging | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Compostable Packaging | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Biodegradable Packaging | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Reduced / Lightweight Packaging | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.