| Product Code: ETC8848081 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, the Philippines continued to see a significant influx of paper-based containers imported primarily from China, Malaysia, Japan, Taiwan, and Indonesia. With a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicating market concentration, the industry displayed robust growth with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.64% from 2020 to 2024. The growth momentum persisted into 2024 with a notable growth rate of 5.77% compared to the previous year. This trend underscores the continued demand for paper-based containers in the Philippines and highlights the strong market presence of key exporting countries in the region.

Paper-based containers are gaining popularity due to their environmental benefits and versatility. In the Philippines, they are used across sectors like food packaging, personal care, and electronics. Increasing demand from quick-service restaurants and meal delivery platforms is boosting production and innovation in this segment.
Paper-based containers are seeing increased use in the Philippines, particularly in takeaway food, meal kits, and subscription box packaging. These containers offer an eco-friendly image and are favored by environmentally-conscious brands. Improved barrier technologies now allow such containers to handle moisture and oil, expanding their applications in both food and non-food sectors.
This market is challenged by limited innovation in material strength and water resistance, which are essential for replacing plastic in food and beverage applications. Production costs remain high due to equipment and raw material limitations, while consumer perception still favors more durable alternatives like plastic and glass.
Paper-based containers are increasingly being adopted across food service, healthcare, and retail sectors due to environmental regulations and growing consumer awareness. Investors can explore opportunities in setting up production lines for compostable containers, building distribution networks with food chains and packaging companies, and creating innovative designs that enhance usability and branding. The shift from plastic to paper provides long-term demand assurance in this market.
The Philippine government supports the shift toward sustainable packaging solutions, including paper-based containers, as part of its broader environmental and waste management policies. Under the Republic Act No. 9003 or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000, the government encourages industries to reduce reliance on plastic and non-biodegradable packaging in favor of recyclable and biodegradable alternatives such as paper-based containers. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), promotes the development and commercialization of eco-friendly packaging by offering incentives to companies adopting sustainable production methods. Additionally, the DTI works closely with packaging manufacturers and consumer goods companies to align industry practices with green procurement policies and circular economy principles.
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 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Board Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about sustainable practices among consumers |
4.2.3 Government regulations promoting the use of environmentally friendly packaging materials |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices |
4.3.2 Competition from alternative packaging materials like plastic and metal |
4.3.3 Lack of advanced technology for efficient paper-based container production |
5 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Trends |
6 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Boxes, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Tubes, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Trays, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid Cartons, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Clamshells, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market, By Board Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Paperboard, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Containerboard, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market, By End-Use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverages, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemicals & Fertilizers, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive & Allied Industries, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Electrical & Electronics, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.7 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of recycled content in paper-based containers |
8.2 Adoption rate of sustainable packaging practices by major companies |
8.3 Investment in research and development for innovative paper-based container designs |
8.4 Carbon footprint reduction achieved through the use of paper-based containers |
8.5 Consumer preference for products packaged in paper-based containers |
9 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Board Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Paper-Based Containers Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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