Parchment Paper Market Snapshot (2023 to 2033)

The global parchment paper market is expected to attain a valuation of USD 1,064.2 million in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 1,789 million by 2033. The market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 5.7%.

An increase in consumer preference toward products that provide easy clean-up and easy transfer features during the cooking process is one of the major factors driving the market growth. Also, the rise in consumer habits to spend more in bakeries and restaurants is further enhancing product demand.

Growing penetration in the consumer demand for convenience products is positively influencing the market growth. In addition, growing applications of vegetable parchment paper, and a surge in demand for parchment papers are fuelling product demand.

The accelerating demand for hygienic products due to rising health awareness among consumers are other factors stimulating growth in the market. Furthermore, the trend of modernization and growing diversity in the use of parchment paper in various end-user industries will further create new opportunities for market expansion.

Also, massive demand for greaseproof paper in baking and packaging is expected to boost product sales. Rising trend of packaged foods along with technological developments in the packaging industry is further anticipated to drive revenue growth in the industry.

The highly hygienic and heat resistant nature of greaseproof paper is boosting their scope in a broad range of applications. This is estimated to contribute to the growth of overall market in the forecast period.

Report Attribute Details
Expected Market Value (2023) USD 1,064.2 million
Anticipated Forecast Value (2033) USD 1,789 million
Projected Growth Rate (2023 to 2033) CAGR of 5.7%

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2018 to 2022 Parchment Paper Demand Analysis vs. Forecast 2023 to 2033

The market for parchment paper was worth USD 883.0 million in 2018. It accumulated a market value of USD 1,008.7 million in 2022 while growing at a CAGR of 3.5% from 2018 to 2022.

The rising inclination of restaurants, bakeries, and food delivery services toward adopting biodegradable material as their packaging solution is changing the demand outlook of the market. Vendors are leveraging the use of parchment paper due to the implementation of stringent environmental laws, especially on the usage of plastic and other non-biodegradable materials.

Various restaurants are leveraging the use of parchment paper as their marketing and brand promotion tool by printing their logos on these papers. The growing use of parchment paper as a fancy and convenient packaging style is expected to transform growth outlook of the market.

Parchment baking paper has emerged as a perfect alternative to clamshell packaging. To cut the transportation cost, manufacturers are working towards cutting down the use of clamshell as a primary source of packaging. This trend is predicted to continue for the next ten years, presenting a favorable environment for the growth of parch paper sales.

After a comprehensive analysis of above-mentioned factors, the revenue growth of parchment paper market is projected to be worth USD 1,789 million by end of the forecast period, while exhibiting a CAGR of 5.7%.

Which are Some Prominent Drivers spearheading the Parchment Paper market?

Eco-friendliness of parchment paper expected to proliferate product sales

The wide use of these papers in food service wraps and laminating with other materials where paper forms one layer in composite packaging is expected to drive its product demand.

Parchment papers can be used in microwaves, are biodegradable, and recyclable in nature which makes them a suitable packaging solution. The bakery industry is also expected to make good use of parchment papers. The eco-friendliness and cost-effective characteristics make it a more viable option as a packaging solution. They do not have any adverse effect on food quality and health which is expected to propel its sales in the coming years.

According to Central Pollution Control Board, more than 4 million tons of garbage is disposed of every day, out of which around 15% comprises plastics. Plastics are estimated to be responsible for over 20% of the entire pollution in the next 25 years, as compared to an estimated 7% currently. These factors are anticipated to pave the way for biodegradable and recyclable options like parchment paper, which in turn is expected to drive market growth.

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What are the challenges Projected to be Faced by the Market?

Rising cost and environmental risks might restrain market growth

The high cost of parchment paper makes it difficult to be used daily by consumers. Increasing the manufacturing of paper results may result in deforestation and negatively affects the environment. These factors are expected to restrain market expansion over the forecast period.

Region-Wise Insights

What are the growth prospects for Parchment Paper in North America?

North America to dominate the market with maximum share

North America accounted for 23.1% of revenue share in 2022, in the parchment paper market. The region is projected to accumulate a 24.2% market share by end of 2023. The market in this region is further expected to command over 36% market share by end of the forecast period.

The growth is attributed to factors such as thriving packaging industry, rising popularity and demand for packaged foods, and rising investment in the food & beverage sector.

The implementation of strict food safety norms is expected to boost the market for safe and hygienic food packaging solutions such as unbleached parchment paper. Unbleached paper is mostly used for wrapping food products like burgers, bakery & confectionery products in this region.

Many end users in this region are opting for parchment paper while transporting food products, as this paper retains food quality and keeps the product intact for a longer duration. Thus, parchment paper has become the most favored choice for transporting confectionary products in bulk across the continent.

The United States is anticipated to accumulate over 72% of North American market by the end of 2033. Increasing bakery sales and other confectionary products are leading to increased consumption of parchment paper which is driving growth in the region.

What is the growth outlook of Parchment Papers in India?

Extensive Deployment expected in the Foodservice Packaging Industry

India is expected to hold a significant market share of over 25% by end of the forecast period. Increasing population and rising consumption of packaged food in India are expected to be the driving wheels for the market.

Sales in India are expected to proliferate at a high pace, backed by the expansion of food service industry at a fast pace. Along with this, increasing focus on sustainable packaging solutions is expected to remain a chief growth driving factor.

The growing demand for convenience products from end-use industries like baking and confectionery is expected to fuel product sales across the country. The production of food services products in this country is witnessing ever-increasing growth, which is sculpting the demand for paper packaging solutions such as parchment papers.

Also, prominent food and food services players across the country are embracing the transitional change from clamshell products to parchment paper which is sustainable to reduce carbon footprint.

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Category wise Insights

By Product Type, which segment will dominate the Market for Parchment Papers?

Unbleached Parchment Paper leading the segment with the Maximum Share

The Unbleached parchment paper accounted for 51.9% of revenue share in 2022. It is anticipated to account for 53.1% market share in 2023. It is further expected to retain its trend of dominance by accumulating over 72% market share by end of the forecast period.

The growth is attributed to the rising preference for unbleached parchment paper in the market. A little to no presence of fluorochemicals in this paper is driving its use.

Strict rules are being followed on the use of bleached paper in food packaging industry to reduce the cases of food poisoning. This might restrict sales of bleached parchment paper and boost the sales of unbleached parchment paper in the coming years.

Also, bleached paper, if exposed to sunlight reacts with fluorochemicals present on paper with ultraviolet light. It could also leave chemical traces on food products which can cause food poisoning. Considering these factors, usage of unbleached parchment paper is projected to grow with a CAGR of 6.4% during from 2023 to 2033.

By End Use, which Segment is expected to dominate the Market?

Ready-to-eat meals leading the segment with maximum share

The ready-to-eat meals segment dominated the market by end-use by accumulating over 32.5% revenue share in 2022. An increase in purchasing power of middle-class families, especially in emerging economies is expected to garner over 40% market share by end of the projection period. The high consumption of bakeries and confectionaries in mature markets of North America and Europe is responsible for the segment’s growth.

Start-ups in the Parchment Paper Market

Start-ups help in determining future growth opportunities in any market. These new entities have the potential to generate high returns which directly benefits the expansion of any industry.

These start-ups are typically more productive at transforming inputs into outputs with more flexibility and adaptability in nature, ability to shift quickly in response to volatile market conditions. Some of the start-ups that will fuel the expansion of the parchment paper market are:

  • Westrock is an online platform for sustainable packaging products for various industries. This start-up offers packaging design, papermaking, retail packaging solutions, and adherence packaging for healthcare, pharmacy, beauty, personal care, food & beverages, tobacco, etc. The product catalogue includes folding cartons, corrugated boxes, paperboard, install shields, among others. It offers its products to sectors such as food, healthcare, media, retail, and horticulture.
  • Zume is a provider of packaging solutions for restaurants that offers sustainable packaging materials for various industries, particularly food industries. Its offerings include bagasse-based molded fiber packaging products which help in reducing plastic usage by industries. It is a Camarillo, United States-based company.
  • Cruz Foam is a producer of bioplastics made from fisheries waste. It manufactures natural, water-based, and bio-benign foam solutions to develop compostable biopolymers. This has uses in consumer electronics, consumer packaging, automotive, and B2B packaging solutions.

Market Competition

The parchment paper market is extremely competitive and consists of various key industry players. These players are heavily investing in manufacturing parchment paper.

The key industry players are: Georgia-Pacific Corp., JK Paper, Ahlstrom Munksjo Oyj., Delfort Group AG, METSA Tissue, McNarin Packaging, KALPATARU Papers LLP, Pudumjee Paper Products, Awa Paper and Technological Co. Inc., Cosmoplast, Nordic Paper AS, The GRIFF Network, KRPA Paper AS.

Some recent developments in the market are:

Key market players are leveraging on inorganic growth strategies like acquisition, mergers, partnerships, and collaboration in order to enhance their product portfolio. This is expected to fuel the global Parchment Paper Market.

  • In July 2022, Nordic Paper created a new natural greaseproof paper for the food industry without the presence of fluorochemicals in them. The company has achieved a breakthrough in attaining natural barrier properties in its newly developed paper product without the addition of fluorochemicals. Developments like these are helpful for the company to attract more customer base by offering more sustainable options to packaging manufacturers.
  • In December 2021, Nordic Paper concluded the acquisition of Glassine Canada Inc. This acquisition is expected to help the company to make a strong footprint in the North American market.
  • In March 2022, Wipak United Kingdom introduced its plans to launch a recyclable paper wrap for butter developed using renewable, FSC-certified paper. The product offers optimal grease resistance and is manufactured using ultra-thin natural coatings. The company asserts that its new paper wrap will reduce carbon footprint by around 68% relative to standard wraps used for butter packaging.

Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market Value in 2023 USD 1,064.2 million
Market Value in 2033 USD 1,789 million
Growth Rate CAGR of 5.7% from 2023 to 2033
Base Year for Estimation 2022
Historical Data 2018 to 2022
Forecast Period 2023 to 2033
Quantitative Units Revenue in USD million and CAGR from 2023 to 2033
Report Coverage Revenue Forecast, Volume Forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Trends, and Pricing Analysis
Segments Covered Product, Basis Weight, End Use, Distribution Channel, Region
Regions Covered North America; Latin America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Middle East and Africa
Key Countries Profiled United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, GCC Countries, South Africa, Israel
Key Companies Profiled Georgia-Pacific Corp.; KALPATARU Papers LLP; Pudumjee Paper Products; JK Paper; Ahlstrom Munksjo Oyj.; Delfort Group AG; METSA Tissue; McNarin Packaging; Awa Paper and Technological Co. Inc.; Cosmoplast; Nordic Paper AS; The GRIFF Network; KRPA Paper AS
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Key Segments Profiled in the Parchment Paper Industry Survey

By Product Type:

  • Bleached Parchment Paper
  • Unbleached Parchment Paper

By Basis Weight:

  • Less than 40 GSM
  • 41 to 60 GSM
  • 61 to 80 GSM

By End Use:

  • Bakery and Confectionery
  • Ready-to-Eat Meals
  • Others

By Distribution Channel:

  • Hypermarkets
  • Supermarkets
  • Specialty Stores
  • Online Stores

By Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Middle East and Africa

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Parchment Paper Market value in 2023?

The market in 2023 is valued at USD 1,064.2 million

How was the Parchment Paper Market’s historical performance?

The market rose at a 3.5% CAGR from 2018 to 2022.

Which is the top product type segment?

Unbleached parchment paper remains most preferred.

What is the growth rate of the market until 2033?

By 2033, the market will expand at a 5.7% CAGR.

Who are some key market players?

Georgia-Pacific Corp., KALPATARU Papers LLP and Pudumjee Paper Products are some key players.

Table of Content
  • 1. Executive Summary | Parchment Paper Market
  • 2. Market Overview
  • 3. Market Background
  • 4. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033
  • 5. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Product Type
    • 5.1. Bleached Parchment Paper
    • 5.2. Unbleached Parchment Paper
  • 6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Basis Weight
    • 6.1. Less than 40 GSM
    • 6.2. 41 to 60 GSM
    • 6.3. 61 to 80 GSM
  • 7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By End Use
    • 7.1. Bakery and Confectionary
    • 7.2. Ready-to-Eat Meals
    • 7.3. Others
  • 8. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Distribution Channel
    • 8.1. Hypermarkets
    • 8.2. Supermarkets
    • 8.3. Specialty Stores
    • 8.4. Online Stores
  • 9. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region
    • 9.1. North America
    • 9.2. Latin America
    • 9.3. Europe
    • 9.4. Asia Pacific
    • 9.5. MEA
  • 10. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
  • 11. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
  • 12. Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
  • 13. Asia Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
  • 14. MEA Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
  • 15. Key Countries Market Analysis
  • 16. Market Structure Analysis
  • 17. Competition Analysis
    • 17.1. Georgia-Pacific Corp.
    • 17.2. KALPATARU Papers LLP
    • 17.3. Pudumjee Paper Products
    • 17.4. JK Paper
    • 17.5. Ahlstrom Munksjo Oyj
    • 17.6. Delfort Group AG
    • 17.7. METSA Tissue
    • 17.8. McNarin Packaging
    • 17.9. Awa Paper and Technological Co. Inc.
    • 17.10. Cosmoplast
    • 17.11. Nordic Paper AS
    • 17.12. The GRIFF Network
    • 17.13. KRPA Paper AS
  • 18. Assumptions & Acronyms Used
  • 19. Research Methodology
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