United States Sustainable Packaging Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2031
United States Sustainable Packaging Market Insights
- Packaging Market Insights analysis indicates that the United States Sustainable Packaging Market size, valued at USD 159.38 Billion in 2025, is expected to expand to USD 226.3 Billion by 2031.
- The United States market is forecasted to expand at a CAGR of 6.06% spanning 2026–2031.
- Paper & Paperboard held the leading position among By Material segments in 2025, based on market size.
- Metal is projected to post the fastest growth rate, sustaining its position as the most attractive By Material segment during the forecast horizon.
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Other Key Findings
- In 2025, United States accounted for 27.75% of the global Sustainable Packaging Market size.
- By 2031, United States is expected to lead the global Sustainable Packaging Market in terms of market size.
- Within North America, United States is projected to dominate the regional Sustainable Packaging Market size by 2031.
- Canada is identified as the fastest-growing market in North America, anticipated to reach USD 60.7 Billion by 2031.
Report Summary
| Report Scope | Details |
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| Base Year for Study | 2025 |
| Study Period | 2022-2031 |
| Historical Period | 2022-2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2031 |
| Market Size In 2025 | USD 159.38 Billion |
| Market Size In 2031 | USD 226.3 Billion |
| Largest segment | Paper & Paperboard |
| Units | Revenue in USD Billion |
| CAGR | 6.06% (2026-2031) |
| Segmnetation Covered | |
| 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 |
United States 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 | 48.1 | 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.
United States 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 | 53.01 | 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.
United States 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 | 69.81 | 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.