According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market size was valued at US$ 682 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 1273 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 9.4% during review period.
Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags are waste collection liners designed for kitchen caddies, indoor bins, and outdoor carts that are intended to break down through biological processes and, in the case of compostable versions, disintegrate and biodegrade under composting conditions when handled in an appropriate composting system. They are used to contain food scraps and mixed wet waste, reduce odor and leakage, and simplify handling for households and commercial sites. These bags are typically engineered for toughness, puncture resistance, seal strength, and resistance to moisture while supporting credible end of life claims through recognized compostability standards and consistent material formulations. The bulk price of Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags is $2,400 to $5,500 per ton, with the industry's overall gross margin typically ranging from 20% to 40%.
Upstream, the supply chain starts with compostable polymers and blends such as PBAT, PLA, starch based compounds, and other biodegradable materials, plus additives for strength, process stability, and printability, which are compounded and pelletized before being extruded into film using blown film or cast film processes. Film producers and converters then print, slit, and convert rolls into refuse bag formats such as star seal or gusseted liners, followed by quality control and certification management to keep products aligned with compostability requirements and performance specs for wet waste. Downstream, sales flow through municipal procurement and waste hauler programs, janitorial and sanitation distributors, retail and e commerce channels, and foodservice suppliers, with end users spanning households, restaurants, institutions, and commercial facilities, and with adoption strongly shaped by local organics collection rules, composting facility acceptance, and clear disposal labeling and education at the point of use.
The compostable and biodegradable refuse bag market is being driven primarily by organics collection and food waste diversion rather than by traditional retail carry bag substitution. Refuse bags solve a real operational pain point by keeping bins cleaner and improving participation in food scrap programs, which makes them attractive to municipalities, commercial kitchens, and facilities managers, but growth is constrained by uneven acceptance rules and confusion about disposal pathways. In many regions, composting operators are cautious about compostable plastic due to contamination concerns and the risk that consumers treat any bag labeled biodegradable as acceptable in organics streams, so successful suppliers increasingly compete on clear certification, practical education, and close alignment with local collection and composting requirements. Over time, the most resilient demand is likely to come from programs with explicit organics routing and verified processing capacity, while products positioned mainly on vague biodegradability claims will face reputational and regulatory headwinds.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2021-2026
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Mondi Group, Elevate Packaging, TIPA Compostable Packaging, Futamura, Grounded Packaging, Tyler Packaging, Daklapack Group, Rootree, Elk Packaging, Swisspac, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Bio-based
Petrochemical-based
Market segment by Compostability Scope
Industrial
Home Use
Market segment by Duty Grade
Light-duty
Standard-duty
Heavy-duty
Market segment by Application
Retail and Consumer
Institutional
Others
Major players covered
Mondi Group
Elevate Packaging
TIPA Compostable Packaging
Futamura
Grounded Packaging
Tyler Packaging
Daklapack Group
Rootree
Elk Packaging
Swisspac
Ecolution Packaging
Deltasacs
Alter Eco
Hawk Packaging
Enviro Flex Pack
EcoPackables
noissue
Pure Labels
PakFactory
Polybags
BioPack
LK Packaging
Poly-Pro Packaging
St. Johns Packaging
DXC PACK
YanTai MeiFeng Plastic Products
Molia Packaging (Qingdao)
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Compostable and Biodegradable Refuse Bags sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
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