Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Packaging Market Size, Share Trends & Forecast 2025-2033

Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Packaging Market Overview

Market Size in 2024: USD 996.77 Million

Market Forecast in 2033: USD 1574.38 Million

Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 5.21%

According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, "Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Packaging Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Material Type, Application, and Region, 2025-2033", the Saudi Arabia biodegradable packaging market size reached USD 996.77 Million in 2024 Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1574.38 Million by 2033 exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.21% during 2025-2033.

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How AI Reshaping the Future of Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Packaging Market

AI slashes food waste 25% via IoT sensors in smart biodegradable packs, aligning with Vision 2030's green goals for Saudi packaging firms.​
Vision 2030 backs AI quality control boosting defect detection in bioplastics, with Saudi smart packaging at $362.9 million.​
King Saud University AI crafts peptides binding microplastics 34% better, aiding biodegradable cleanup in Saudi waters.​
AI optimizes material use in PLA films, cutting costs as 85% consumers pick eco-packs per retailer shifts.​
Machine learning designs compostable wraps for Saudi heat, supported by NIDLP for sustainable manufacturing efficiency.​

How Vision 2030 is Transforming Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Packaging Industry?

Vision 2030 is transforming the Saudi Arabia biodegradable packaging market by promoting sustainability, waste reduction, and environmentally responsible manufacturing. Government initiatives supporting circular economy practices, green regulations, and plastic reduction targets are driving strong demand for compostable and plant-based packaging solutions. Growing adoption of eco-friendly materials across food, retail, and e-commerce sectors, along with rising consumer awareness and corporate sustainability commitments, is accelerating the shift toward biodegradable packaging across the Kingdom’s packaging industry.

Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Packaging Market Trends & Drivers:

Saudi Arabia's biodegradable packaging scene is taking off thanks to Vision 2030's Saudi Green Initiative, which pushes hard against plastic pollution by promoting compostable options in retail and food spots. The country runs a massive waste project handling 3 million tonnes of municipal solid waste yearly, turning 35% into alternative fuel and recycling 14%, all while cutting 1.79 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. Cities with single-use plastic bans are switching to PLA and starch-based packs, and government subsidies help local makers team up with global firms for better tech. Food brands love it for keeping products fresh without the waste guilt, drawing eco-savvy shoppers who pick green over plastic every time.​

E-commerce and food delivery booms are cranking up the need for tough, lightweight biodegradable wraps that don't flop on speed or strength. With 34.5 million users hitting 42,900 online stores, platforms are ditching plastic for PLA bags and paper-based boxes to cut their footprint. Retail chains report smoother ops as these packs handle high-volume shipments without breaking, and consumers rave about the greener vibe. Napco National and Takween are rolling out starch and bagasse options tailored for perishables, making sure deliveries stay fresh while aligning with buyer demands for sustainable choices in a market buzzing with online orders.​

Shifts in consumer tastes and rules are sparking cool innovations like mushroom fiber wraps and seaweed films that break down naturally without harming the planet. The food and beverage crew, a top user, grabs these for their shelf life and compostability, backed by tax perks for eco-producers. Obeikan Paper Industries crafts kraft and flexible paper packs that match plastic durability but recycle easy, cutting landfill loads. Brands see loyalty jump as shoppers spot the green labels, and with Vision 2030's nudge, factories are going circular—collecting, cleaning, and reusing materials to keep costs down and sustainability up across retail shelves.

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Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Packaging Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Material Type Insights:

Plastic
Starch-based Plastics
Cellulose-based Plastics
Polylactic Acid (PLA)
Poly-3-Hydroxybutyrate (PHB)
Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
Others
Paper
Kraft Paper
Flexible Paper
Corrugated Fiberboard
Boxboard

Application Insights:

Food Packaging
Beverage Packaging
Pharmaceutical Packaging
Personal/Homecare Packaging
Others

Regional Insights:

Northern and Central Region
Western Region
Eastern Region
Southern Region

Recent News and Developments in Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Packaging Market

September 2025: New rules mandate sustainable labels on produce packs, spurring 30% recycled content in biodegradable alternatives.​
August 2025: Saudi Green Initiative boosts starch-based bioplastics, treating 3M tonnes waste yearly with 35% fuel conversion.
March 2025: Food giants commit to biodegradable packaging like PLA films, driven by Vision 2030 and 85% consumer eco-preference shift.

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