Recyclable Cups Market Report 2026

The recyclable cups market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $26.05 billion in 2025 to $27.83 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in urban population, growth of online retail platforms, increasing rental housing, shift toward cost-effective furniture, expansion of global logistics networks.

The recyclable cups market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $36.13 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for eco-friendly materials, adoption of smart furniture solutions, integration of augmented reality for furniture visualization, increasing preference for multi-functional furniture, growth in home renovation and interior design trends. Major trends in the forecast period include e-commerce growth in furniture sales, modular and space-saving designs, customizable furniture options, demand for lightweight and portable furniture, increased focus on diy assembly convenience.

The increase in coffee consumption is expected to drive the growth of the recyclable cups market in the coming years. Coffee is a widely consumed brewed beverage made from roasted coffee beans, recognized for its rich taste and energizing caffeine content. People are drinking more coffee because it offers a quick boost of energy, improves concentration and productivity, and functions as a social activity that has made coffee consumption more personalized and enjoyable. Recyclable cups are used to serve coffee beverages, enabling consumers to enjoy their drinks while helping reduce environmental waste when they are properly recycled. For example, in April 2025, the Centre for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries (CBI) - a Netherlands-based government agency that facilitates imports from developing nations - reported that Europe represented 30.4% of global coffee consumption during the 2023/2024 period, with total consumption reaching about 3.2 million tonnes. Therefore, rising coffee consumption is supporting the expansion of the recyclable cups market.

Companies in the recyclable cups market are focused on creating innovative, sustainable solutions to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly products. One such innovation is the next-generation private-label party cup, which is designed to be fully recyclable and made from biodegradable or recyclable materials. These eco-friendly cups are meant for retailers’ own-brand product lines, providing a more sustainable option and reducing environmental impact. In November 2024, Berry Global Inc., a US-based plastic packaging manufacturer, introduced a fully recyclable private-label party cup. These new cups maintain the durability and functionality of traditional disposable party cups while offering an environmentally friendlier alternative, aligning with both consumer demand for sustainable packaging and regulatory pressures to reduce plastic waste.

In April 2024, BioPak Pty. Ltd., an Australia-based packaging company specializing in sustainable food packaging, acquired Huskee for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition allows BioPak to expand its offerings of reusable solutions by integrating innovative products and recycling programs. This move aims to reduce waste by minimizing reliance on single-use packaging and supports the transition to a circular economy through scalable, sustainable initiatives. Huskee, also based in Australia, manufactures reusable cups, further enhancing BioPak's commitment to sustainability.

Major companies operating in the recyclable cups market are Tetra Pak International S.A., Berry Global Group Inc., Stora Enso Oyj, Mondi plc, Sappi Limited, Pactiv Evergreen Inc., Huhtamäki Oyj, Billerud AB, Dart Container Corporation, Clearwater Paper Corporation, Metsä Board Corporation, Greiner Packaging International GmbH, Sabert Corporation, Duni AB, Vegware Ltd., NatureWorks LLC, Lollicup USA Inc., BioPak Pty Ltd., Detmold Packaging Pty. Ltd., CupPrint Limited.

North America was the largest region in the recyclable cups market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the recyclable cups 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 recyclable cups market report are Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.

The recyclable cups market consists of sales of aluminum recyclable cups, polyethylene terephthalate cups, and plant-based polylactic acid (PLA) cups. 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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