Edible Cutlery Market Report 2026

The edible cutlery market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $46.19 billion in 2025 to $51.35 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing concerns over single-use plastic waste, expansion of eco-conscious foodservice outlets, rising consumer awareness of sustainability, availability of alternative grain materials, increased bans on plastic cutlery.

The edible cutlery market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $80.96 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing adoption of zero-waste dining concepts, rising demand from airline and institutional catering, expansion of sustainable packaging innovations, increasing focus on circular economy food products, growing acceptance of edible disposables. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of biodegradable and plastic-free utensils, rising demand for grain-based edible cutlery, growing use of edible tableware in foodservice, expansion of flavor-infused edible utensils, enhanced focus on product durability and shelf life.

The increasing demand for biodegradable and compostable products is expected to drive the growth of the edible cutlery market in the coming years. Biodegradable and compostable products refer to materials that naturally decompose and return to the environment without causing harm or leaving long-lasting waste. Edible cutlery is produced from natural, biodegradable, and compostable materials that can be rapidly broken down by microorganisms, making it a sustainable alternative to conventional plastic cutlery. For example, in January 2023, Protega Global Ltd., a UK-based eco-friendly packaging solutions and manufacturing company, reported that consumer demand for sustainable packaging reached 81%. Additionally, 64% more consumers prefer purchasing from retailers that use eco-friendly packaging, while 50% are willing to pay extra for environmentally friendly packaging and delivery. As a result, the growing preference for biodegradable and compostable products is contributing to the expansion of the edible cutlery market.

Leading companies in the edible cutlery market are concentrating on the development of innovative, sustainability-focused solutions such as edible bowls to improve environmental outcomes and reduce plastic waste. Edible bowls are food-grade serving containers made from natural, consumable ingredients that maintain their structure with both hot and cold foods, can be consumed after use, eliminate the need for disposal, and are fully biodegradable. For instance, in January 2023, Stroodles, a UK-based edible cutlery manufacturer known for its biodegradable, vegan, and pasta-based straws, introduced edible bowls and sporks. These bowls are made from a Ryvita-style material and can hold hot and cold meals for more than 1.5 hours. They are designed to be completely biodegradable, fully compostable within 30 days, and certified for food contact safety. Stroodles’ biscuit sporks are 13 cm long, vegan, entirely biodegradable, and remain functional for over 30 minutes with hot and cold foods. They are available in four flavors: classic, cocoa, black pepper, and masala.

In December 2024, LEEF Blattwerk GmbH, a Germany-based sustainable packaging and tableware company, acquired Wisefood for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, LEEF aims to broaden its retail and e-commerce sales channels, reinforce its sustainable to-go packaging brand portfolio, and accelerate growth across European food-service and hospitality markets. Wisefood GmbH is a Germany-based food technology company specializing in edible drinking straws and cups.

Major companies operating in the edible cutlery market are Bakeys Foods Private Limited, Incredible Eats Inc, BIOTREM Sp z o o, Edible Pro, Spoon Me, Wisefood GmbH, Do Eat Cutlery, Eatlery, Loliware Inc, Edible Cutlery India, MakeMeri, EcoWare India, Planeteer Edible Cutlery, Ecolicious Cutlery, Crunchy Cutlery, GoodEdi, Edible Tableware India, GreenDine Edibles, Eat Your Spoon, Edible Utensils Co.

North America was the largest region in the edible cutlery market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the edible cutlery market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the edible cutlery market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The edible cutlery market consists of sales of edible cups, glasses, straws and bowls. 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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