“Shift Toward Sustainable and Compostable Packaging Solutions”
- A key trend shaping the Middle East and Africa food bags market is the increasing shift toward eco-friendly and compostable packaging, driven by consumer demand and tightening regulations against single-use plastics
- Manufacturers are prioritizing biodegradable materials such as bagasse, PLA (polylactic acid), and molded fiber, which offer sustainable performance while meeting food safety standards.
- For instance, in March 2024, Huhtamaki introduced fiber-based lids and takeaway containers across Middle East and Africa, offering a greener alternative to plastic-based packaging
- This trend is reinforced by government policies pushing recyclable and compostable packaging across foodservice applications, particularly in QSRs and institutional catering
- Companies such as Vegware and BioPak are leading the charge with certified compostable offerings tailored to meet EU sustainability mandates
- As a result, eco-conscious innovation is becoming central to product development and procurement strategies, with sustainable food bags emerging as a major competitive differentiator
