Disposable Straw Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and outlook (2024-2031)

Global Disposable Straw Market is Segmented By Product (Paper Straw, Bamboo Straw, Hay Straw, Glass Straw, Others), By Distribution (Online, Offline), By Application (Hotels, Restaurants and Motels, Cafes, Bars and Lounges, Others), By Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2023-2030

Disposable Straw Market Overview

The Global Disposable Straw Market is expected to grow at a high CAGR during the forecasting period (2023-2030).

 A disposable straw is provided, sold, or distributed to imbibe liquids or transfer a beverage from its container to the drinker's mouth by suction and is primarily made of plastic derived from petroleum, a biologically-based source (such as corn or other plants), polypropylene, or polyethylene. Disposable straws are becoming increasingly popular globally. They are biodegradable and easily blended with dirt in nature. As a result, these types of straws are environmentally friendly. Furthermore, they aid in the protection of human tooth enamel.

Disposable Straw Market Scope and Summary

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Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2022)

Disposable Straw Market Dynamics

The growth in the food services industry is expected to act as a major driver for the global disposable straw market. Nonetheless, the environmental impact of plastic-based disposable straws tends to restrict market growth.

The rapid growth of the food industry and growing demand for transportation in the respective market

Market expansion is being driven by the global foodservice packaging industry, as well as changing client tastes and preferences, which has resulted in food and beverage modification. The majority of global and regional eateries, resorts and cafe chains are expanding, resulting in an increased need for straws. Following the prohibition on single-use plastic straws, producers are now creating eco-friendly straws that degrade quickly and lower environmental impact. Because of the expansion in fast food outlets and consumption of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, straw usage is expected to rise. Leading companies are working with raw material suppliers to develop sustainable straws that do not use plastic.

Because of growing worries about the damaging effects of plastic straws on the environment, the market for disposable straws is expected to grow fast. Disposable paper plates and straws are widely used in the foodservice business. The disposable straw market is expected to grow over the forecast period, owing to an expansion in the number of food establishments. Many fast-food restaurants and online food delivery services have sprung up due to a paradigm shift in food and service consumption behaviors. Because of the increased awareness of removing plastic from the food sector, many significant players in the industry have chosen to eliminate plastic straws. Disposable straws have taken the role of plastic straws. McDonald's, All Bar One, Marriott Global, London City Airport, and coffee chains and supermarkets in UK have all replaced plastic straws with eco-friendly straws.

Environmental impact of disposable plastic straws

Plastic straws do not degrade because they are mostly non-biodegradable and significantly impact marine life. Each year, more than 8 million tons of plastic garbage are dumped in the oceans, according to the United Nations. Major rivers globally discharge 2 to 3 million tons of plastic into the sea every year. As a result of rising environmental concerns over the detrimental effects of plastic straws, disposable straw usage is expected to rise. Plastic straws frequently end up in oceans. Over 8 million tons of plastic end up in sea every year, with 1.15–2.41 tons of it being carried there by major rivers globally.

Plastic straws are especially prone to wind up in rivers. To begin with, they are a big element of beach litter, with straws being the seventh most recovered item in one large-scale beach litter collection. Since they are small and light, plastic straws are frequently blown out of trash bins, garbage vehicles and landfill sites by the wind and birds scavenging at waste areas may consume straws, along with other small plastic items. Because the straws do not biodegrade, they remain in the stomach of the bird until it dies. The bird biodegrades, allowing the plastic straw to be blown or washed into waterways in the same way it was previously.

When plastic straws reach the water, they can clump together with other plastic waste to form massive floating mounds on the surface. The Great Pacific Garbage Patch, which stretches between California and Hawaii and occupies 1.6 million square kilometers, is the largest of these "plastic islands."

The debris can block sunlight from reaching algae and plankton below the water's surface, preventing them from converting it into essential nutrients. The entire marine food web can be impacted if algae and plankton numbers are threatened. In the long run, this may mean less fish available for people. Further, the Trash Free Seas Alliance estimates that the average American uses 1.6 straws each day. That's enough to circle the equator twice and a half times in U.S. alone.

Single-use plastic goods like straws are convenient, but they come at a cost to the environment if they aren't properly disposed of or recycled. These and other plastic items are mistaken for food by many aquatic species. 90% of all seabirds and sea turtle species have been confirmed to have plastic in their stomachs. There could be a pound of plastic for every three pounds of fish in the ocean during the next decade. As a result, disposable plastic straws' environmental impact could be considered a major market restraint.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the global disposable straw sector due to three key factors:

• First, the COVID-19 pandemic's lockdowns and government controls have hampered the availability of raw materials and final product sales.
• Second, the production of disposable straw necessitates a number of manufacturing and purification processes, which have been greatly hampered by the pandemic's lockdowns and government controls.
• The overall decline in end-user activities lowered disposable straw market demand, altering demand-supply dynamics.

Nonetheless, the market for disposable straws is likely to recover due to the growing global food & beverages market.

Disposable Straw Market Segment Analysis

The global disposable straw market is classified based on product, application, distribution and region.

The paper straw dominate the product segment

The global disposable straw market is segmented into paper, bamboo, hay, glass and others based on products.

Paper straws are mostly used in the foodservice business. Furthermore, due to the growing population and rapid urbanization, the number of food outlets and eateries increases. Consumers' preferences have evolved toward the use of biodegradable products. The global COVID-19 pandemic has prompted an increase in internet food delivery. Furthermore, the inclination for eco-friendly products, such as paper straws, has driven the growth of the paper straws market due to the prohibition on plastic straws in many countries. Consumer demand for a sustainable and long-lasting alternative to plastic straws is expected to grow during the projection period.

Further, Paper straws have a lot of color, design and attractiveness options and they can be tailored to meet specific needs. The availability of paper straws in various sizes and forms is critical to the market's growth. Retail stores have always been major selling points for such items. Due to the popularity of biodegradable straws, rhino paper straws are in high demand. These gluten-free straws are constructed of high-quality paper and may be used for a variety of drinks and last for roughly four hours. Individual responsibility and environmental consciousness have led to the adoption of paper straws in cafés and bakeries, which has boosted the market for paper straws. Due to the aforementioned factors, the paper staw segment is expected to dominate the product segment.

Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2022)

Disposable Straw Market Geographical Share

Asia-Pacific dominates the disposable straw market

Due to increased awareness about using eco-friendly products such as disposable paper straws instead of plastic straws, Asia-Pacific is predicted to reach profitable avenues in the paper straws market. Aside from that, nations have enacted legislation prohibiting the use of plastic straws. In response to the growing demand for environmentally friendly products, India, China and Japan have increased their production of disposable straws. As a result of these measures, the Asia-Pacific market for disposable straws has grown rapidly. Furthermore, North America has seen significant development due to U.S. government's policies prohibiting or restricting plastics in many places.

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Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2022)

Disposable Straw Market Companies

The global disposable straw market is active and dynamic in terms of the number and strength of global and local producers. Due to the large number of manufacturers such as Pacli, Nippon Straw, Soton, Canada Brown Eco Products, SIG Combibloc Group Ltd, Aleco Straws, Biopac, TIPI Straws, Tianjin Quanyuyu Plastic Products and Austraw Pty Ltd, the market is classified as fragmented. To achieve competitive advantages and recognition in their particular markets, significant market stakeholders use market techniques such as mergers, acquisitions, product launches, contributions and collaborations.

For instance, on June 8, 2021, Nestlé introduced paper straws to encourage sustainable packaging. Paper straws are now available in RTD products from the Nestlé brands NESVITA, MILO, FRUITAVITALS, NESFRUTA and NESCAFÉ.

SIG Combibloc Group Ltd

Overview: SIG is a prominent provider of aseptic packaging technologies and solutions. The company collaborates with customers to offer safe, sustainable and cheap food items globally. The company offers a complete range of packs, flexible filling machines and solutions for running smarter factories through the company's unique technology and great innovation capacity. The company's headquarters are in Neuhausen, Switzerland, founded in 1853.

Product Portfolio:

• SIG PAPER STRAWS: SIG delivers the industry's first market-ready alternative to plastic straws for beverage carton packs with an eco-friendly paper straw solution made entirely of paperboard – as a straight and U-shaped paper straw available in 4 and 6 mm diameters. As a result, producers and consumers can contribute to reducing single-use plastics and the reduction of plastic waste.

Key Development:

• On November 16, 2021, SIG increased its paper straw portfolio to provide beverage manufacturers with more options for a simple and sustainable paper alternative to single-use plastic straws.
•  On November 17, 2021, SIG added three new alternatives to its paper drinking straw range to assist beverage manufacturers in using less single-use plastic. The company is releasing unique telescoping straws with a diameter of 4.6mm and a flexible length of 102mm that can be extended to 165mm. The biodegradable straw is 100% recyclable and works well with compact carton boxes.

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