Disposable Cups Market size is anticipated to grow by USD 18.17 billion from 2025 to 2037, at more than 6.8% CAGR. The estimated industry value of disposable cups in 2025 stands at USD 14.95 billion.
The growth of the disposable cups market is primarily attributed to the good thermal properties of disposable cups which make them ideal to serve hot and cold beverages. They are mainly made up of plastic, paper, and foam materials that have low thermal conductivity and effusivity. Due to these properties, such materials are adequate for holding hot beverages.
Disposable cups are environmentally friendly and minimize the risk of spillage, making them popular amongst consumers in recent years. Moreover, consumers are opting for disposable cups for their affordability, ease of usage, and recyclability. These factors are augmenting the growth of the disposable cups market. Secondly, the surging demand for beverages such as coffee, tea, green tea, etc. would also upsurge the market growth. For instance, data published by the UK Parliament in 2018 stated that 2.5 billion coffee cups are used and thrown away each year in the country.
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2024 |
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Forecast Year |
2025-2037 |
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6.8% |
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Base Year Market Size (2024) |
USD 13.45 billion |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2037) |
USD 31.63 billion |
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Material Type (Paper, Plastic, Foam)
The paper segment in the disposable cups market is anticipated to grow at a significant rate over the forecast period. The growth of the segment is impelled by rising awareness in people for following sustainable practices. Also, there is a huge availability of paper making it an appropriate raw material for the disposable cup’s generation. For instance, according to data published by Business Waste Management, the world produces more than 414 million metric tons of paper every year.
Application (Hot Beverages, Ice Creams, Yogurt, Cold Drinks, Spreads, Confectionary, Others)
Based on disposable cups market applications, the hot beverages segment is expected to register rapid revenue growth through 2037. The segment growth is due to the rising preference of people for drinking hot beverages such as coffee, tea, or green tea. According to the International Coffee Organization, in 2023 world coffee production reached 168.2 million bags in the 2022-2023 financial year. Other than this, the UK Tea and Infusions Associations estimated total global consumption of 6,209 million kilogram in 2023.
Our in-depth analysis of the disposable cups market includes the following segments:
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North America Market Analysis:
North America disposable cups market is set to dominate a majority revenue share of 37% by 2037. The rising number of cafes and increasing consumption of fast-food items are some of the prominent growth-propelling factors in the region. Also, government in the region is focusing on including sustainable practices fostering the growth of the market. The region is home to leading manufacturers of the disposable cups who are introducing myriads of novel eco-friendly varieties of raw materials.
In U.S. rising consumption of coffee is pushing the sales of disposable cups all across the country. A data published by the National Coffee Association in 2020, 7 in 10 Americans drink coffee every week. Also, there is a rising inclination towards housewarming and potluck parties in the region. The disposable cups are becoming a convenient choice for customers to serve drinks without spillage.
The disposable cups market in Canada is also anticipated to witness significant growth till 2037 on the back of an increasing number of fast-food outlets. For instance, Restaurant Canada is a flourishing community of 98,000 food service businesses, including bars, institutions, restaurants, etc. As these businesses are opting for environmentally safe practices, adopting biodegradable disposable cups on a large scale.
Asia Pacific Market Analysis
The Asia Pacific disposable cups market is expected to account for a significant revenue share between 2025 and 2037 owing to rising environmental concerns and the booming demand for on-the-go coffee consumption. The region is also the most populous in the world and a huge consumer base is present for the market players. There is a surge in establishments of coffee shops all across Asia Pacific, bolstering the demand for disposable cups.
The market in India offers numerous lucrative growth opportunities for the market players. The market is reckoned to be a high-potential business in the country on the back of rising consumption of soft drinks. Also, according to a United Nations report, India’s population was 1.4 billion in 2023. The rising population is playing a huge role in the growth of the market.
Also, the presence of a large number of disposable cup manufacturers in China is augmenting the market growth. Additionally, in Japan, the disposable cups market is witnessing an upward trajectory on the back of rising outdoor activities in the country. Additionally, people in the country are more inclined towards consuming tea. For instance, data published by the Global Japanese Tea Association stated that in 2022, total tea production in Japan was 68,000 tons.
The competitive landscape of the disposable cups market is rapidly evolving as established key players, automotive giants and new entrants are investing in introducing novel eco-friendly solutions. Key players in the market are focused on developing new technologies and products catering to the stringent regulatory norms and consumer demand. These key players are adopting several strategies such as mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, partnerships, and novel product launches to enhance their product base and strengthen their market position. Here are some key players operating in the global market:
Author Credits: Abhishek Anil
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