The Global Trash Bags Market, By Type (Drawstring Trash Bags, Flat Trash Bags, Zipper Bags, Star Sealed Trash Bags, T-Shirt Trash Bags, Flat Star Sealed Trash Bags, and Others), Material (Low Density Polyethylene, High Density Polyethylene, Linear Low Density Polyethylene, Bio-Degradable Polyethylene, and Others), Capacity (10-25 Kg, 25-50 Kg, 50-75 Kg, 75-100 Kg, 100-150 Kg, More than 150Kg), End-User (Industries, Corporate Offices, Hospitals, Residential, Institutions, Laboratories, Others), Category (Non-Biodegradable, Biodegradable), Distribution Channel (Indirect Sales, Direct Sales) - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031.
Trash Bags Market Analysis and Size
The global trash bags market report provides details of market share, new developments, and the impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, products approvals, strategic decisions, product launches, geographic expansions, and technological innovations in the market. To understand the analysis and the market scenario, contact us for an analyst brief. Our team will help you create a revenue-impact solution to achieve your desired goal.
Data Bridge Market Research analyzes that the global trash bags market is expected to reach USD 19.47 billion by 2031 from USD 12.21 billion 2023, growing with CAGR of 6.0% in the forecast year of 2024 to 2031.
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Report Metric
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Details
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Forecast Period
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2024 to 2031
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Base Year
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2023
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Historic Years
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2022 (Customizable to 2016-2021)
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Quantitative Units
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Revenue in USD Billion and Volume in Kilo Tons
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Segments Covered
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Type (Drawstring Trash Bags, Flat Trash Bags, Zipper Bags, Star Sealed Trash Bags, T-Shirt Trash Bags, Flat Star Sealed Trash Bags, and Others), Material (Low Density Polyethylene, High Density Polyethylene, Linear Low Density Polyethylene, Bio-Degradable Polyethylene, and Others), Capacity (10-25 Kg, 25-50 Kg, 50-75 Kg, 75-100 Kg, 100-150 Kg, More than 150Kg), End-User (Industries, Corporate Offices, Hospitals, Residential, Institutions, Laboratories, Others), Category (Non-Biodegradable, Biodegradable), Distribution Channel (Indirect Sales, Direct Sales)
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Countries Covered
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U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Russia, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Netherlands, Turkey, Rest of Europe China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, New Zealand, Rest of Asia-Pacific, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America, U.A.E, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Egypt, and Rest of Middle East and Africa
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Market Players Covered
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Berry Global Inc., The Clorox Company, Reynolds Consumer Products, Novolex, Poly-America, L.P., Cosmoplast UAE, Inteplast Group, Polykar Industries Inc., Aluf Plastics, Dumil, OX Plastics, BioBag International AS., Alpha Omega Plastic Manufacturing L.L.C., NOVPLASTA CZ, s.r.o., Universal Plastic Bags, NaturTrust (Subsidiary of Holostik group), Mapco Plastics, International Plastics Inc., TERDEX GmbH, and Four Star Plastics among others
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Market Definition
Trash bags, also known as garbage bags or refuse sacks, are large, flexible bags primarily used for containing and disposing of waste materials. Typically made from durable plastic materials like polyethylene, these bags are designed to securely hold various types of trash, including household, industrial, or commercial waste. They come in various sizes, thicknesses, and colors to accommodate different types and volumes of garbage. Trash bags often feature drawstrings, tie flaps, or twist ties to facilitate easy closure and transportation. They are an essential tool for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in homes, workplaces, and public areas by providing a convenient means of waste disposal.
Global Trash Bags Market Dynamics
Drivers
- Technological Advancements in Trash Bags Industry
Technological advancements have revolutionized the trash bags industry, enabling manufacturers to develop innovative products with enhanced properties and sustainability features. Advanced manufacturing techniques, such as blown film extrusion and multi-layer co-extrusion, allow for the production of trash bags with superior strength, puncture resistance, and tear resistance.
Developments in polymer science have led to the creation of biodegradable and compostable plastics derived from renewable sources such as plant-based polymers and bio-based resins. Smart packaging solutions, incorporating technologies such as RFID tags and QR codes, enable real-time tracking of inventory, supply chain visibility, and product authentication. These technological innovations are reshaping the trash bags market, offering consumers eco-friendly options and driving industry growth.
- Shift Rise in Demand for Premium Trash Bags
Consumers are becoming aware of the importance of odor-resistant, eco-friendly, and durable waste disposal solutions. This is leading to a shift from traditional options to premium-quality garbage bags. Moreover, premium trash bags are perceived as a symbol of quality and reliability, influencing purchasing decisions among discerning consumers. As a result, manufacturers are investing in product innovation and differentiation to cater to this growing demand for premium trash bags, offering a wide range of options to meet varying consumer needs and preferences.
Opportunity
- Demand for Biodegradable Solution Leads to Adoption of Compostable Trash Bags
The growing demand for biodegradable and environmentally friendly products presents significant opportunities for the adoption of compostable trash bags in the market. Consumers are increasingly seeking sustainable alternatives to traditional plastic bags, driven by environmental concerns and regulatory pressures. Compostable trash bags, made from renewable materials such as plant-based polymers, offer a viable solution to reduce plastic waste and promote circular economy principles. There is a growing consumer preference for compostable trash bags, particularly in North America and European regions with stringent waste management regulations and strong environmental awareness. Manufacturers can capitalize on this trend by expanding their product offerings to include compostable options, catering to the evolving needs and preferences of eco-conscious consumers. The ongoing research and development activities in the biodegradable trash bag industry aim to enhance the performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness of these products. This will contribute to the market growth providing lucrative opportunities and enable wider adoption by consumers.
Restraint/Challenge
- Fluctuations in Raw Material Prices
Manufacturers and consumers are dealing with fluctuating prices due to material supply challenges and sanctions on using plastic bags. Raw materials and trash bag prices have been fluctuating due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, Currency fluctuations, particularly in currencies linked to oil trade such as the US dollar, also affect the cost of importing petrochemicals and raw materials for trash bag manufacturing. Changes in exchange rates can lead to price disparities and impact the competitiveness of manufacturers in global markets. In a competitive market environment, manufacturers may face challenges in adjusting prices in response to fluctuations in raw material costs. Price increases may lead to loss of market share if competitors maintain lower prices, while absorbing higher costs may erode profit margins for manufacturers. These fluctuations in raw material prices impact production costs and profit margins for manufacturers, posing challenges for pricing strategies, cost management, and profitability in the trash bags market.
Recent Developments
- In April 2023, Microban International and Berry Global announced a partnership to launch a line of Color Scents scented trash bags with antimicrobial technology. The partnership combines Microban’s market-leading expertise in antimicrobial technologies with Berry Global’s manufacturing capabilities. The new additions to the Color Scents family of products are available in three different sizes – catering for all household waste needs – and combine a choice of four subtle scents with Microban antimicrobial technology to protect against the growth of odor-causing bacteria
- In 2022, Hefty, an American brand of household products, launched limited edition pumpkin spice trash bags in the US to spark conversation and awareness of its Ultra Strong kitchen bags
Global Trash Bags Market Scope
The global trash bags market is segmented into six notable segments based on type, material, capacity, end-user, category, and distribution channel. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze major growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to make strategic decisions to identify core market applications.
Type
- Drawstring Trash Bags
- Flat Trash Bags
- Zipper Bags
- Star Sealed Trash Bags
- T-Shirt Trash Bags
- Flat Star Sealed Trash Bags
- Others
On the basis of type, the market is segmented into drawstring trash bags, flat trash bags, zipper bags, star sealed trash bags, t-shirt trash bags, flat star sealed trash bags, and others.
Material
- Low Density Polyethylene
- High Density Polyethylene
- Linear Low Density Polyethylene
- Bio-Degradable Polyethylene
- Others
On the basis of material, the market is segmented into low density polyethylene, high density polyethylene, linear low density polyethylene, bio-degradable polyethylene, and others.
Capacity
- 10-25 Kg
- 25-50 Kg
- 50-75 Kg
- 75-100 Kg
- 100-150 Kg
- More Than 150kg
On the basis of capacity, the market is segmented into 10-25 kg, 25-50 kg, 50-75 kg, 75-100 kg, 100-150 kg, and more than 150kg.
End-User
- Industries
- Corporate Offices
- Hospitals
- Residential
- Institutions
- Laboratories
- Others
On the basis of end-user, the market is segmented into industries, corporate offices, hospitals, residential, institutions, laboratories, and others.
Category
- Non-Biodegradable
- Biodegradable
- On the basis of category, the market is segmented into non-biodegradable, and biodegradable.
- Distribution Channel
- Indirect Sales
- Direct Sales
On the basis of distribution channel, the market is segmented into indirect sales and direct sales.
Global Trash Bags Market Regional Analysis/Insights
The global trash bags market is segmented into six notable segments based on type, material, capacity, end-user, category, and distribution channel.
The countries in the global trash bags market are U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Russia, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Netherlands, Turkey, rest of Europe China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, New Zealand, rest of Asia-Pacific, Brazil, Argentina, rest of South America, U.A.E, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Egypt, and rest of Middle East and Africa.
Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market due to increasing demand from end user industries. China is expected to dominate the Asia-Pacific region due to advancement in technologies. Germany is expected to dominate the Europe region due to rising importance and awareness regarding waste management. U.S. is expected to dominate the North America region due to stringent waste management regulations across various regions.
The country section of the report also provides individual market-impacting factors and changes in market regulation that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data point downstream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends porter's five forces analysis, and case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, the impact of domestic tariffs, and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.
Competitive Landscape and Global Trash Bags Market Share Analysis
The global trash bags market competitive landscape provides details by competitors. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, production sites and facilities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product trials pipelines, product approvals, patents, product width and breadth, application dominance, technology lifeline curve. The above data points provided are only related to the companies’ focus related to the global trash bags market.
Some of the prominent participants operating in the global trash bags market are Berry Global Inc., The Clorox Company, Reynolds Consumer Products, Novolex, Poly-America, L.P., Cosmoplast UAE, Inteplast Group, Polykar Industries Inc., Aluf Plastics, Dumil, OX Plastics, BioBag International AS., Alpha Omega Plastic Manufacturing L.L.C., NOVPLASTA CZ, s.r.o., Universal Plastic Bags, NaturTrust (Subsidiary of Holostik group), Mapco Plastics, International Plastics Inc., TERDEX GmbH, and Four Star Plastics among others.
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