Market overview
The global straw paper market is worth USD 336 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 558 mn by 2036, growing at a 5.2% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Uncoated food-grade paper is the largest by paper type segment.
| Scope | Food-grade paper made in reels for forming into drinking straws, sold to straw converters and beverage companies as a plastic-free alternative. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Packaging |
| Value 2025 | USD 320 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 336 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 558 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 5.2% |
| Volume 2026 | 115 thousand tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 176 thousand tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 2,932 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Straw Paper market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 336 mn |
| 2027 | USD 353 mn |
| 2028 | USD 372 mn |
| 2029 | USD 391 mn |
| 2030 | USD 412 mn |
| 2031 | USD 433 mn |
| 2032 | USD 455 mn |
| 2033 | USD 479 mn |
| 2034 | USD 504 mn |
| 2035 | USD 530 mn |
| 2036 | USD 558 mn |
Straw Paper market segmentation
By paper type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uncoated food-grade paper | 52.0% | 47.5% | USD 175 mn | 4.3% |
| Coated paper | 36.0% | 37.9% | USD 121 mn | 5.8% |
| Water-resistant barrier paper | 12.0% | 14.6% | USD 40 mn | 7.2% |
By end use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foodservice and quick-service restaurants | 48.0% | 45.6% | USD 161 mn | 4.7% |
| Beverage cartons and packaged drinks | 26.0% | 25.9% | USD 87 mn | 5.2% |
| Retail and household | 26.0% | 28.5% | USD 87 mn | 6.2% |
By basis weight
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 24 gsm | 22.0% | 20.0% | USD 74 mn | 4.2% |
| 25 to 28 gsm | 48.0% | 47.0% | USD 161 mn | 5.0% |
| Above 28 gsm | 30.0% | 33.0% | USD 101 mn | 6.2% |
By finish
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plain white | 38.0% | 34.0% | USD 128 mn | 4.0% |
| Printed and coloured | 48.0% | 48.0% | USD 161 mn | 5.2% |
| Branded special effect | 14.0% | 18.0% | USD 47 mn | 7.9% |
By fibre source
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin wood pulp | 62.0% | 56.0% | USD 208 mn | 4.1% |
| Bamboo and agricultural fibre | 16.0% | 20.0% | USD 54 mn | 7.6% |
| Recycled fibre | 22.0% | 24.0% | USD 74 mn | 6.1% |
Top 25 countries for straw paper by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 80.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 96.1%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 67 mn | 20.0% | USD 109 mn | 4.9% |
| 2 | China | USD 40 mn | 12.0% | USD 75 mn | 6.5% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 34 mn | 10.0% | USD 52 mn | 4.4% |
| 4 | France | USD 27 mn | 8.0% | USD 44 mn | 4.9% |
| 5 | United Kingdom | USD 24 mn | 7.0% | USD 38 mn | 4.9% |
| 6 | Italy | USD 20 mn | 6.0% | USD 31 mn | 4.5% |
| 7 | Japan | USD 17 mn | 5.0% | USD 26 mn | 4.3% |
| 8 | Spain | USD 17 mn | 5.0% | USD 27 mn | 5.0% |
| 9 | Netherlands | USD 13 mn | 4.0% | USD 22 mn | 4.9% |
| 10 | Brazil | USD 12 mn | 3.5% | USD 22 mn | 6.3% |
| 11 | Canada | USD 8.2 mn | 2.4% | USD 14 mn | 5.8% |
| 12 | Poland | USD 7.1 mn | 2.1% | USD 12 mn | 5.8% |
| 13 | Australia | USD 6.0 mn | 1.8% | USD 11 mn | 5.8% |
| 14 | Sweden | USD 5.2 mn | 1.6% | USD 8.3 mn | 4.7% |
| 15 | Belgium | USD 4.5 mn | 1.3% | USD 7.1 mn | 4.7% |
| 16 | Switzerland | USD 3.9 mn | 1.1% | USD 6.1 mn | 4.7% |
| 17 | Turkey | USD 3.3 mn | 1.0% | USD 7.1 mn | 7.9% |
| 18 | Austria | USD 2.9 mn | 0.8% | USD 4.5 mn | 4.7% |
| 19 | Ireland | USD 2.5 mn | 0.7% | USD 4.3 mn | 5.8% |
| 20 | Denmark | USD 2.1 mn | 0.6% | USD 3.4 mn | 4.7% |
| 21 | Portugal | USD 1.8 mn | 0.5% | USD 2.9 mn | 4.8% |
| 22 | Norway | USD 1.6 mn | 0.5% | USD 2.5 mn | 4.7% |
| 23 | Czech Republic | USD 1.3 mn | 0.4% | USD 2.3 mn | 5.7% |
| 24 | Indonesia | USD 1.1 mn | 0.3% | USD 2.5 mn | 8.0% |
| 25 | Thailand | USD 1.0 mn | 0.3% | USD 2.2 mn | 8.0% |
| Rest of world | USD 13 mn | 3.9% | USD 22 mn | 5.4% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Mondi Group
- Delfort Group
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Sappi
- Mitsubishi Paper Mills
- Gascogne
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Pudumjee Paper Products
- Ahlstrom
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the straw paper market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 5.2% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by paper type, by end use, by basis weight, by finish, by fibre source. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the straw paper market?
The global straw paper market is estimated at USD 320 mn in 2025 and USD 336 mn in 2026.
How fast will the straw paper market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 558 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 5.2% from 2026, an increase of USD 222 mn.
Which country is the largest market for straw paper?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 67 mn in 2026, 20.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 42.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 6.5% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which straw paper segment is largest?
In the by paper type split, Uncoated food-grade paper is the largest segment with 52.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading straw paper companies?
Global leaders include Mondi Group, Delfort Group.
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