The canvas bags market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.05 billion in 2024 to $1.11 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to legislation and bans on plastics, economic factors, shift towards minimalism, schools and educational programs promoting sustainability have encouraged the younger generation to adopt reusable bags, and rise of zero-waste movement.
The canvas bags market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.41 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for backpacks, government initiatives to spread awareness regarding eco-friendly bags, cost-effectiveness of canvas bags, cultural shift towards more sustainable living, and municipal bans on plastic bags encouraging canvas bag use. Major trends in the forecast period include health-conscious features, integration of technology into canvas bags, advances in fabric treatments, innovations in reusable bag technologies, and adoption of eco-friendly manufacturing technologies.
The canvas bags market is poised for growth driven by two key factors, the expansion of the e-commerce and textile industries. E-commerce involves online buying and selling, offering convenience, wide product variety, competitive pricing, easy comparison, and personalized shopping experiences. Canvas bags play a crucial role in e-commerce for packaging, promotional purposes, enhancing customer engagement, and promoting sustainability, thereby bolstering brand image. For instance, U.S. retail e-commerce sales totaled $289.2 billion in the first quarter of 2024, reflecting a 2.1% increase from the previous quarter and underscoring the sector's growth potential.
The textile industry, encompassing the production of fibers, yarns, fabrics, and finished textile products, is expanding due to factors such as population growth, urbanization, economic development, and evolving fashion trends. Canvas bags are integral to the textile sector for packaging, storage, transport, and promoting sustainability efforts. For example, India's textile and apparel exports surged by 41% year-over-year to reach US$44.4 billion in 2022, highlighting robust industry growth and its positive impact on the canvas bags market.
Leading companies in the canvas bags market are innovating to meet rising demand for eco-friendly and versatile tote bags. Tote bags are large, handle-equipped bags used for shopping, daily use, or as fashion accessories. For instance, SANVT recently introduced its canvas tote bags made from 100% certified organic cotton with a sturdy 310 GSM panama weave. These bags, designed in Poland and pre-washed for durability, feature practical elements such as a laptop pocket, clip-on pockets for coins and keys, and an exterior bottle carrier, catering to diverse consumer needs while emphasizing sustainability.
Major companies operating in the canvas bags market are Titan Company Limited, Patagonia Inc., Herschel Supply Company, C.C. Filson Co., Timbuk2, Qwstion, Union Wear, LBU Inc., Topo Designs, Duluth Pack, Cross Canvas Company, Landes, Baggu, A. Smith & Son Inc., Earthyy Bags, Blivus Bags Private Limited, Tarps Now, Trakke, Mismo Copenhagen, Korchmar, United By Blue.
North America was the largest region in the canvas bags market in 2024. The regions covered in the canvas bags market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the canvas bags market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
Canvas bags are robust, reusable bags crafted from heavy-duty cotton fabric, renowned for their ability to withstand heavy items and frequent use. They are not only environmentally friendly but also offer customization options, making them both practical and stylish.
The main types include backpacks, canvas sling bags, canvas tote bags, grocery bags, gift bags, beach bags, and others. Backpacks are designed to be worn on the back, featuring shoulder straps for comfortable carrying during outdoor activities or daily commutes. Canvas bags are available in various weights, categorized as less than 5 ounces (oz), 6 to 10 ounces (oz), 11 to 15 ounces (oz), 16 to 20 ounces (oz), and over 20 ounces (oz). They cater to different end-users such as shopping, travel, office, schools or colleges, and more.
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The canvas bags market consists of sales of grocery totes, stylish handbags, promotional bags, and duffel bags. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Executive Summary
Canvas Bags Global Market Report 2025 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses on canvas bags market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Where is the largest and fastest growing market for canvas bags ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? The canvas bags market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include: the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Type: Backpack; Canvas Sling Bag; Canvas Tote Bag; Grocery Bag; Gift Bag; Beach Bag; Other Types2) By Weight: Less Than 5 Ounce (oz); 6 To 10 Ounce (oz); 11 To 15 Ounce (oz); 16 To 20 Ounce (oz); More Than 20 Ounce (oz)
3) By End-User: Shopping; Travelling; Office; Schools or Colleges; Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Backpack: Casual Backpacks; Travel Backpacks; Hiking Backpacks; School Backpacks2) By Canvas Sling Bag: Single Strap Sling Bags; Crossbody Sling Bags; Adjustable Sling Bags
3) By Canvas Tote Bag: Reusable Tote Bags; Fashion Tote Bags; Shopping Tote Bags
4) By Grocery Bag: Reusable Grocery Bags; Foldable Grocery Bags; Eco-Friendly Grocery Bags
5) By Gift Bag: Small Gift Bags; Large Gift Bags; Personalized Gift Bags
6) By Beach Bag: Large Beach Tote Bags; Waterproof Beach Bags; Foldable Beach Bags
7) By Other Types: Laptop Bags; Duffel Bags; Messenger Bags; Overnight Bags
Key Companies Mentioned: Titan Company Limited; Patagonia Inc.; Herschel Supply Company; C.C. Filson Co.; Timbuk2
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
Delivery Format: PDF, Word and Excel Data Dashboard.
Companies Mentioned
The major companies featured in this Canvas Bags market report include:- Titan Company Limited
- Patagonia Inc.
- Herschel Supply Company
- C.C. Filson Co.
- Timbuk2
- Qwstion
- Union Wear
- LBU Inc.
- Topo Designs
- Duluth Pack
- Cross Canvas Company
- Landes
- Baggu
- A. Smith & Son Inc.
- Earthyy Bags
- Blivus Bags Private Limited
- Tarps Now
- Trakke
- Mismo Copenhagen
- Korchmar
- United By Blue
Table Information
Report Attribute | Details |
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No. of Pages | 200 |
Published | April 2025 |
Forecast Period | 2025 - 2029 |
Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 1.11 Billion |
Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 1.41 Billion |
Compound Annual Growth Rate | 6.0% |
Regions Covered | Global |
No. of Companies Mentioned | 22 |