Craft Bags Market

By Type;

Paper Carry Bags, Block Bottom Craft Bags, Confectionery Craft Bags, Checkout Craft Bags, and Others

By Product Type;

Sewn Open Mouth, Pinched Bottom Open Mouth, Pasted Valve, Pasted Open Mouth, and Flat Bottom

By Material Type;

Brown Kraft and White Kraft

By Application;

Food, Customer Goods, Pharmaceutical, Confectionary, Personal Use Product & Cosmetic, Home Care Products, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn494142034 Published Date: August, 2025

Craft Bags Market Overview

Craft Bags Market (USD Million)

Craft Bags Market was valued at USD 1,691.31 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 2,166.42 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.6%.


Craft Bags Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 3.6 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)3.6 %
Market Size (2024)USD 1,691.31 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 2,166.42 Million
Market ConcentrationHigh
Report Pages320
1,691.31
2024
2,166.42
2031

Major Players

  • International papers
  • Stanpac
  • Kent Paper
  • Biopac
  • Genpak
  • Bemis Company Incorporated
  • Berry Plastics Corporation
  • Novolex
  • Linpac Packaging Limited
  • Biopac
  • APL Packaging
  • KP Films

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Craft Bags Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Craft Bags Market is experiencing strong growth as demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions rises. With approximately 65% of consumers preferring these bags over plastic, their popularity is fueled by sustainability and style. Their durable, recyclable, and customizable nature positions them as a preferred choice in retail and personal use.

Eco-Friendly Preference
Sustainability plays a major role in shaping the craft bags market, with around 70% of buyers choosing them due to their biodegradable properties. Consumers are increasingly drawn toward packaging that minimizes environmental impact, making craft bags a staple for eco-conscious shopping and gifting. This shift highlights their importance in reducing plastic dependency.

Growing Demand in Retail
Retail accounts for more than 55% of craft bag usage, emphasizing their vital role in commercial packaging. Businesses are leveraging craft bags not just for affordability but also as a branding medium through custom prints and designs. Their practicality combined with promotional benefits ensures widespread adoption across retail sectors.

Influence of Gifting & Personal Use
Craft bags also dominate in personal and gifting applications, contributing about 25% of demand. Their customizable nature allows for creativity, making them ideal for events, DIY projects, and celebrations. The growing preference for unique and reusable options has strengthened their appeal, especially among younger consumers focused on personalization.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By Product Type
    3. Market Snapshot, By Material Type
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Craft Bags Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Growing Awareness of Environmental Concerns
        2. Rise in Demand for Eco-Friendly Packaging Materials
        3. Adoption of Circular Economy Principles
        4. Growing Demand for Eco-friendly Packaging
      2. Restraints
        1. Regulatory Compliance and Certification Requirements
        2. Challenges in Recycling and Disposal Practices
        3. Limited Durability and Strength for Heavy or Bulky Items
        4. High Cost of Bags
      3. Opportunities
        1. Growing Demand for Artisanal and Handcrafted Products
        2. Expansion of the Retail and E-Commerce Landscape
        3. Customization and Brand Differentiation
        4. Innovations in Material and Design
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Craft Bags Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Paper Carry Bags
      2. Block Bottom Craft Bags
      3. Confectionery Craft Bags
      4. Checkout Craft Bags
      5. Others
    2. Craft Bags Market, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Sewn Open Mouth

      2. Pinched Bottom Open Mouth

      3. Pasted Valve

      4. Pasted Open Mouth

      5. Flat Bottom

    3. Craft Bags Market, By Material Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Brown Kraft

      2. White Kraft

    4. Craft Bags Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Food
      2. Customer Goods
      3. Pharmaceutical
      4. Confectionary
      5. Personal Use Product & Cosmetic
      6. Home Care Products
      7. Others
    5. Craft Bags Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. International papers
      2. Stanpac
      3. Kent Paper
      4. Biopac
      5. Genpak
      6. Bemis Company Incorporated
      7. Berry Plastics Corporation
      8. Novolex
      9. Linpac Packaging Limited
      10. Biopac
      11. APL Packaging
      12. KP Films
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market