| Product Code: ETC7628356 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, Ireland saw consistent growth in disposable cups and lids imports, with the top exporting countries being the UK, China, USA, Germany, and Turkey. Despite moderate concentration levels indicated by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), the industry experienced a healthy Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.29% from 2020 to 2024. However, there was a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -0.52%. This data suggests a stable market for disposable cups and lids in Ireland with ongoing opportunities for international trade partnerships.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer demand for convenience and on-the-go consumption |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about environmental sustainability and preference for eco-friendly disposable options |
4.2.3 Rise in the number of cafes, food outlets, and events leading to higher demand for disposable cups and lids |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations and policies related to single-use plastics |
4.3.2 Rising costs of raw materials impacting the pricing of disposable cups and lids |
4.3.3 Competition from reusable alternatives impacting the market growth |
5 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Trends |
6 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Paper and Fiber, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Foam, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market, By Product |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Drinking Cups, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By other Cups, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Lids, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market, By End User |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverages Packaging, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Food service, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2021- 2031F |
7 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of recycled materials used in manufacturing disposable cups and lids |
8.2 Consumer awareness and preference for sustainable packaging options |
8.3 Growth in the number of food service establishments opting for eco-friendly disposable solutions |
9 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Disposable Cups and Lids Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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