Market Overview:

The US paper cups and paper plates market size reached US$ 21.5 Billion in 2021. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 21.9 Billion by 2027. Keeping in mind the uncertainties of COVID-19, we are continuously tracking and evaluating the direct as well as the indirect influence of the pandemic on different end use industries. These insights are included in the report as a major market contributor.

Paper cups and plates are eco-friendly and leak-proof disposables that are made out of recycled paper. These disposables are lined with wax or plastic, which prevent leaking or soaking of liquid through the paper, thus improving the durability of the cups and plates. Widely available in a variety of sizes and shapes, they are extremely lightweight, convenient to use and carry, recyclable and safer to use as compared to plastic or Styrofoam variants. They are extensively utilized for serving food and beverages, including tea, coffee, soft drinks, instant noodles, pastries, cutlets and sweet corn across both commercial and institutional establishments, such as cafes, canteens, schools, offices, bakeries, hospitals and other commercial spaces.

The market for paper cups and plates in the US is primarily driven by the well-established food and beverage industry in the country. Characterized by a hectic lifestyle of the majority of its population, the US stands as a witness to a steadily increasing fast food consumption. In line with this, the on-the-go coffee culture has led to the expansion of prominent coffee shops, which has provided a boost to the sales of paper cups and plates for serving and packing beverages and snacks. Moreover, the growing consciousness among consumers regarding the importance of hygiene and sanitation has impelled them to replace reusable utensils with disposables, thereby providing a thrust to the market growth. Furthermore, numerous eminent brands, such as Starbucks, are now replacing plastic packaging with paper cups and plates, owing to the enhanced focus towards sustainable development. Several market players are also introducing 100% recyclable, biodegradable or compostable paper disposables made with fiber-based raw materials.

Key Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the US paper cups and paper plates market report, along with forecasts for the period 2022-2027. Our report has categorized the market based on product type and wall type.

US Paper Cups Market:

Breakup by Product Type:

• Hot Paper Cups
• Cold Paper Cups

The market is dominated by hot paper cups.

Breakup by Wall Type:

• Single Wall
• Double Wall

Double wall represents the largest wall type in the market.

US Paper Plates Market:

Breakup by Product Type:

• Heavy-Duty
• Medium-Duty

The market is dominated by heavy-duty paper plates.

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the market has been studied in the report with the detailed profiles of the key players operating in the market.

Report Coverage: