Eco-friendly Straws Market

By Type;

Straight Straw, Printed, Non-Printed, Flexible Straw, Printed, and Non-Printed

By Material;

Paper, Virgin Craft Paper, Recycled Paper, Pasta, Glass, Bamboo, Polylactic Acid (PLA), and Metal

By Distribution Channel;

Online Stores, Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, and Others

By End-Use;

Food Service, Hotels & Logistics, Bars & Lounges, Cafes & Fast Food Outlets, Cinemas, Airline & Railway Catering

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn824861751 Published Date: August, 2025

Eco-friendly Straws Market Overview

Eco-Friendly Straws Market (USD Million)

Eco-Friendly Straws Market was valued at USD 1,672.58 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 2,385.05 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.2%.


Eco-friendly Straws Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 5.2 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)5.2 %
Market Size (2024)USD 1,672.58 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 2,385.05 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages308
1,672.58
2024
2,385.05
2031

Major Players

  • Sulapac Oy
  • The Paper Straw Co.
  • Vegware Ltd
  • Hello Straw
  • The Blue Straw
  • JOVAMA
  • Wilbistraw
  • SAS OSTONE
  • EVOQ Sp. z o.o.
  • TIPI STRAWS
  • Stroodles

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Eco-friendly Straws Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Eco-friendly Straws Market is gaining momentum as consumers and businesses move toward sustainable solutions. Nearly 55% of buyers now prefer biodegradable and reusable straws, driven by environmental awareness campaigns. This shift highlights the urgency to replace single-use plastics with safer alternatives that protect ecosystems.

Regulatory Support Boosting Growth
Government regulations and eco-conscious initiatives have accelerated adoption. Over 40% of food service businesses have switched to eco-friendly straws to comply with bans on single-use plastics. This not only ensures compliance but also strengthens brand reputation among sustainability-focused consumers.

Innovation in Materials
Manufacturers are introducing diverse options made from bamboo, paper, glass, and stainless steel. Close to 30% of newly launched products use biodegradable composites that offer strength and eco-advantages. These innovations provide a balance of durability, style, and sustainability, meeting evolving customer needs.

Consumer Awareness and Lifestyle Shifts
Changing lifestyles, especially among younger generations, are driving adoption. Surveys reveal that over 50% of millennials and Gen Z prefer eco-conscious choices such as reusable straws in everyday use. This growing trend reflects a shift where sustainability becomes integral to daily living habits.

Eco-Friendly Straws Market Recent Developments

  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 Material
    3. Market Snapshot, By Distribution Channel
    4. Market Snapshot, By End-Use
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Eco-Friendly Straws Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Growing Environmental Awareness

        2. Regulatory and Policy Support

        3. Increase in Plastic Waste and Pollution

      2. Restraints
        1. Higher Costs Compared to Plastic Straws

        2. Limited Availability and Scalability

        3. Consumer Perception and Acceptance Issues

      3. Opportunities
        1. Innovation in Sustainable Materials

        2. Expansion in Emerging Markets

        3. Growing E-commerce and Online Retail

    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. Eco-Friendly Straws Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Straight Straw
        1. Printed
        2. Non-printed
      2. Flexible Straw
        1. Printed
        2. Non-printed
    2. Eco-Friendly Straws Market, By Material, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Paper
      2. Virgin Craft Paper
      3. Recycled Paper
      4. Pasta
      5. Glass
      6. Bamboo
      7. Polylactic Acid (PLA)
      8. Metal
    3. Eco-Friendly Straws Market, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Online Stores

      2. Supermarkets/Hypermarkets

      3. Specialty Stores

      4. Others

    4. Eco-Friendly Straws Market, By End-Use, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Food Service
      2. Hotels & Logistics
      3. Bars & Lounges
      4. Cafes & Fast Food Outlets
      5. Cinemas
      6. Airline & Railway Catering
    5. Eco-Friendly Straws 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. Sulapac Oy
      2. The Paper Straw Co.
      3. Vegware Ltd
      4. Hello Straw
      5. The Blue Straw
      6. JOVAMA
      7. Wilbistraw
      8. SAS OSTONE
      9. EVOQ Sp. z o.o.
      10. TIPI STRAWS
      11. Stroodles
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market