Global Parchment Paper Market Seen Soaring 5.6% Growth to Reach USD 1.76 Billion by 2032, Projects UnivDatos

Author: Aman Sharma, Research Analyst

16 April 2025

According to a new report by Univdatos, the Parchment Paper Market is expected to reach around USD 1.76 Billion in 2032 by growing at a CAGR of 5.6%. Parchment paper or baking paper originates from cellulose materials which undergo treatment to develop its heat-resistant non-sticky and grease-repellent properties. The versatile paper made for baking and cooking delivers disposable non-adhesive surfaces that chefs find highly useful. The worldwide parchment paper market shows rising importance due to environmental concerns and sustainable packaging efforts which have led to increasing development during recent years.

Cost Factors

The price of parchment paper depends on the bleached or unbleached nature of the paper as well as its intended usage. The higher price of parchment paper when compared to wax paper along with aluminum foil does not discourage consumers because it combines affordability with environmentally friendly features. The market price and production costs for parchment paper face modification when raw material expenses including wood pulp experience an increase.

Applications

The manufacturing industry heavily utilizes parchment paper throughout different sectors.

Non-sticky characteristics and heat tolerance make parchment paper a preferable option for baking food and cooking because it enables users to easily prepare cookies along with cakes and roast vegetables without any sticking issues. Parchment paper serves as a cleaning convenience because it blocks food from adhering to cooking surfaces.

Restaurants together with food delivery providers benefit from parchment paper because it maintains their food contents free from grease when they package items including burgers and sandwiches.

The pharmaceutical industry along with cosmetics and other industrial sectors employ parchment paper for their specialized packaging needs.

Recent Developments/Awareness Programs: - Several key players and governments are rapidly adopting strategic alliances, such as partnerships, or awareness programs: -

  • In March 2022, Wipak United Kingdom introduced its plans to launch a recyclable paper wrap for butter developed using renewable, FSC-certified paper. The product offers optimal grease resistance and is manufactured using ultra-thin natural coatings. The company asserts that its new paper wrap will reduce its carbon footprint by around 68% relative to standard wraps used for butter packaging.
  • In September 2022, Nordic Paper obtained compost certification for its baking papers after a three-year process in collaboration with the testing institute TUV. The certification confirms that the papers are biodegradable, do not contain harmful substances, and can be composted in both industrial and home settings.
  • In January 2022, Batory Foods announced a partnership with paper manufacturer Schweitzer-Mauduit International (SWM) to distribute its new line of parchment paper products in the United States. The new line, DeliWrap, is designed for Delis and food service operations and features a proprietary coating that improves grease resistance.

Conclusion

The parchment paper market demonstrates ongoing market expansion across the world because consumers choose sustainable packaging options and food service businesses continue to grow. The parchment paper market will continue its growth trajectory because of emerging market expansion together with new product development possibilities despite facing persistent competition and raw material price volatility. The future direction of parchment paper is firmly established by growing consumer demand for sustainable products which solidifies its status as a critical product in market development. 

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Key Offerings of the Report

Market Size, Trends, & Forecast by Revenue | 2024−2032F.

Market Dynamics – Leading Trends, Growth Drivers, Restraints, and Investment Opportunities

Market Segmentation – A detailed analysis by Product Type, End-Use, and Distribution Channel

Competitive Landscape – Top Key Vendors and Other Prominent Vendors

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