The trash bags market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The trash bags market has grown significantly in recent years. It will grow from $11.64 billion in 2024 to $12.41 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 6.6%.
The growth is driven by urban expansion, a growing global population, increased industrial activities, rising environmental concerns, and the need for efficient waste management in commercial sectors.
The trash bags market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The trash bags market is expected to grow to $15.81 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 6.2%.
This growth is driven by stricter environmental regulations, rising consumer awareness, growth in retail and e-commerce, increased recycling efforts, and demand for biodegradable products. Key trends include advancements in materials, stronger and more durable bags, bioplastic trash bags, water-soluble bags, and antimicrobial integrations.
The burgeoning growth of e-commerce and home delivery services is set to catalyze the expansion of the trash bags market. This surge in e-commerce and home delivery services is attributable to the growing consumer preference for convenience, extensive product selection, and the efficacy of online shopping platforms. Trash bags are indispensable in these sectors for managing packaging waste and ensuring cleanliness during the process of storing and disposing of shipping materials. For instance, data from the United States Census Bureau, a governmental agency in the US, showed that after seasonal adjustments, US retail e-commerce sales hit $289.2 billion in the first quarter of 2024. This represented a 2.1 percent (±0.7%) rise from the fourth quarter of 2023. Thus, it's evident that the thriving e-commerce and home delivery services sector is bolstering the trash bags market's growth.
The trash bags market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Drawstring Trash Bags, Flat Trash Bags, Zipper Bags, Star Sealed Trash Bags, T-Shirt Trash Bags, Flat Star Sealed Trash Bags, Other Types
2) By Material: Low Density Polyethylene, High Density Polyethylene, Linear Low Density Polyethylene, Bio-Degradable Polyethylene, Other Materials
3) By Capacity: 10-25 Kg, 25-50 Kg, 50-75 Kg, 75-100 Kg, 100-150 Kg, More Than 150Kg
4) By End User: Industries, Corporate Offices, Hospitals, Residential, Institutions, Laboratories, Other End Users
Subsegments:
1) By Drawstring Trash Bags: Heavy-Duty Drawstring Bags, Scented Drawstring Bags, Biodegradable Drawstring Bags
2) By Flat Trash Bags: Standard Flat Bags, Extra-Large Flat Bags, Recyclable Flat Bags
3) By Zipper Bags: Reusable Zipper Bags, Disposable Zipper Bags, Leak-Proof Zipper Bags
4) By Star Sealed Trash Bags: High-Density Star Sealed Bags, Low-Density Star Sealed Bags, Compostable Star Sealed Bags
5) By T-Shirt Trash Bags: Biodegradable T-Shirt Bags, Heavy-Duty T-Shirt Bags, Recycled Material T-Shirt Bags
6) By Flat Star Sealed Trash Bags: Heavy-Duty Flat Star Sealed Bags, Lightweight Flat Star Sealed Bags, Scented Flat Star Sealed Bags
7) By Other Types: Compostable Trash Bags, Odor-Control Trash Bags, Recyclable Trash Bags
Prominent businesses in the trash bags market are venturing into the production of cutting-edge products like heavy-duty trash bags intended for large-scale waste or materials management. These heavy-duty trash bags are sturdy and long-lasting disposal bags usually made from heavy-duty materials such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or other resilient plastics. They're engineered to carry more weight and resist puncturing or tearing when holding heavy trash or sharp items. Taking a case in point, Revolution Sustainable Solutions, LLC, a US film recycling business, introduced DailyGood Bags in April 2024. These bags have been specially designed for regular household usage, placing a strong focus on promoting environmental sustainability. Made from as much as 97% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic, their environmental impact is significantly less than bags wholly produced from fresh materials. These bags are available in two practical sizes: a 13-gallon tall kitchen drawstring bag and a 30-gallon large drawstring bag. Available in multiple pack sizes online, these bags address various household needs while promoting environmentally friendly habits through their use of recycled materials.
Major companies operating in the trash bags market are:
• Berry Global Inc.
• The Clorox Company
• Reynolds Consumer Products
• Novolex Co.
• RKW Group
• Cosmoplast
• Inteplast Group
• Mapco (Pvt) Ltd.
• Poly-America L.P.
• Glad Products Company
• Heritage Bag Co.
• Aluf Plastics
• Thantawan Industry Public Company Limited
• Polykar Industries Inc.
• Plasta AB
• International Plastics Inc.
• Universal Plastic Bag Manufacturing Co.
• Alpha Omega Plastic Manufacturing L.L.C.
• BioBag International AS
• NOVPLASTA CZ Ltd.
• OX Plastics
• TERDEX GmbH
• Voussert SAS
North America was the largest region in the trash bags market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the trash bags market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.