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Mushroom Based Packaging Market

Author: Vineet Pandey - Business Consultant, Report ID - DS1303003, Published - November 2024

Segmented in Type (Mycelium-based Foam, Mycelium Composite, Pure Mycelium), Application (Food Packaging, Electronics Packaging, Consumer Goods, Industrial Packaging), Technology and Regions - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2033

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Mushroom Based Packaging Market Outlook

Harnessing mycelium to produce eco-friendly and biodegradable packaging solutions presents an environmentally conscious option compared to traditional materials.The market for mushroom based packaging was worth $63​.5 million, in 2023 and is anticipated to rise at a rate of 7​.9% reaching $108 million by 2030 before growing even more to $158 million by 2035.


In the packaging solutions industry sector of Mushroom based Packaging is well regarded for its eco friendliness and minimal environmental footprint. This makes it a popular choice, for businesses aiming to decrease pollution.


Market Size Forecast & Key Insights

2018
$63.5M2023
2028
$135M2033

Absolute Growth Opportunity = $72.3M

The Mushroom Based Packaging market is projected to grow from $63.5 million in 2023 to $135 million in 2033. This represents a CAGR of 7.9%, reflecting rising demand across Food Packaging, Electronics Packaging and Consumer Goods.

The Mushroom Based Packaging market is set to add $72.3 million between 2023 and 2033, with manufacturer targeting Electronics Packaging & Consumer Goods Application projected to gain a larger market share.

With Biodegradability, and Renewable source, Mushroom Based Packaging market to expand 114% between 2023 and 2033.

Opportunities in the Mushroom Based Packaging Market

Growth in Sustainable Packaging

The growing need for eco-friendly packaging is sparking a rise, in the popularity of using mushroom based alternatives.

Food and Beverage Packaging and Industrial Applications

The food industry is quickly embracing eco packaging options to satisfy the needs of consumers and comply with regulations.

The growing focus, on eco-friendly industrial packaging is driving the popularity of using mushroom based materials for protective and void fill packaging purposes.

Growth Opportunities in North America and Europe

Europe Outlook

In Europes markets for food and consumer goods sectors are seeing a rise in the popularity of packaging made from mushrooms. MycoWorks are among the companies, in this movement and comply with EU regulations regarding sustainable packaging solutions

North America Outlook

Mushroom based packaging is thriving in North America due to the growing interest from aware consumers and businesses seeking eco friendly solutions. Companies such as Ecovative Design and Sealed Air are, at the forefront of developing biodegradable materials that are sustainable and innovative.

North America Outlook

Mushroom based packaging is thriving in North America due to the growing interest from aware consumers and businesses seeking eco friendly solutions. Companies such as Ecovative Design and Sealed Air are, at the forefront of developing biodegradable materials that are sustainable and innovative.

Europe Outlook

In Europes markets for food and consumer goods sectors are seeing a rise in the popularity of packaging made from mushrooms. MycoWorks are among the companies, in this movement and comply with EU regulations regarding sustainable packaging solutions

Growth Opportunities in North America and Europe

Established and Emerging Market's Growth Trend 2024–2033

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Major Markets : United States, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, Netherlands are expected to grow at 5.1% to 7.6% CAGR

2

Emerging Markets : India, Brazil, Australia are expected to grow at 9.1% to 10.9% CAGR

Market Analysis Chart

Mushroom based packaging is becoming increasingly popular due to its biodegradability and renewable sourcing benefits;. Obstacles like high production costs and durability issues are hindering its widespread acceptance, in the market.

Recent Developments and Technological Advancement

October 2023

Ecovative Design enlarged its manufacturing plant to keep pace with the increasing need for mycelium packaging, in the food sector.

July 2023

Dell joined hands with MycoWorks to launch packaging made from mycelium, for electronic products.

May 2023

IKEA dropped a collection of mycelium packaging for their products to support their sustainability objectives.

In the mushroom packaging industry sector there have been collaborations and expansions involving companies such as Ecovative Design and Dell. These partnerships are showcasing a commitment to innovation and growth in order to fulfill the increasing need, for eco-friendly packaging options.

Impact of Industry Transitions on the Mushroom Based Packaging Market

As a core segment of the Packaging industry, the Mushroom Based Packaging market develops in line with broader industry shifts. Over recent years, transitions such as Green Packaging Transition and Regulatory Pressure have redefined priorities across the Packaging sector, influencing how the Mushroom Based Packaging market evolves in terms of demand, applications and competitive dynamics. These transitions highlight the structural changes shaping long-term growth opportunities.

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Green Packaging Transition:

Transitioning to eco-friendly packaging options has led major brands to explore the use of mushroom based materials as a sustainable and compostable solution that resonates with eco-conscious practices.

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Regulatory Pressure:

Government regulations that are becoming stricter regarding single use plastics are prompting industries to switch to eco-friendly packaging options.

Global Events Shaping Future Growth

The chart below highlights how external events including emerging market developments, regulatory changes, and technological disruptions, have added another layer of complexity to the Packaging industry. These events have disrupted supply networks, changed consumption behavior, and reshaped growth patterns. Together with structural industry transitions, they demonstrate how changes within the Packaging industry cascade into the Mushroom Based Packaging market, setting the stage for its future growth trajectory.

Market Dynamics and Supply Chain

Driver: Biodegradability, and Reduced Carbon Footprint

Using packaging made from mushrooms helps in the natural decomposition process which ultimately leads to a decrease, in waste and pollution.
Manufacturing consumes low energy levels than plastics production does also and helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Crafted from mycelium, and utilizing agricultural waste as its substrate to promote sustainability.

Restraint: Production Costs

Adoption of packaging materials is restricted due, to the high costs of production compared to traditional options.

Challenge: Durability Limitations

Mycelium infused packaging might not possess the lasting resilience required for uses.

Supply Chain Landscape

Raw Material Suppliers

MycoWorks

MycoComposite

Manufacturers

Ecovative Design

Sealed Air

Distributors
IKEA / Dell
End-User
Food & Beverage / Electronics
Raw Material Suppliers

MycoWorks

MycoComposite

Manufacturers

Ecovative Design

Sealed Air

Distributors

IKEA

Dell

End-User

Food & Beverage

Electronics

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Leading Providers and Their Strategies

Application AreaIndustryLeading Mushroom-based Packaging ProvidersProvider Strategies
Food Packaging
Food & Beverage
Ecovative Design, IKEA
Ecovative Design focuses on biodegradable food packaging, while IKEA integrates mycelium packaging for consumer items.
Electronics Packaging
Technology
Dell, Sealed Air
Dell leads in mycelium-based protective packaging for electronics, and Sealed Air focuses on reducing plastic waste.
Consumer Goods
Retail
MycoWorks, MycoComposite
MycoWorks pioneers packaging for high-end retail, while MycoComposite specializes in sustainable protective solutions.
Industrial Packaging
Industrial Shipping
Paradise Packaging, Bolt Threads
Paradise Packaging focuses on void-fill applications, while Bolt Threads emphasizes compostable packaging for bulk shipments.

Elevate your strategic vision with in-depth analysis of key applications, leading market players, and their strategies. The report analyzes industry leaders' views and statements on the Mushroom Based Packaging market's present and future growth.

Our research is created following strict editorial standards. See our Editorial Policy

Applications of Mushroom Based Packaging in Electronics Packaging, Consumer Goods and Food Packaging

Electronics Packaging

In the field of electronics industry, mushroom derived packaging materials are utilized to safeguard objects from damage during transportation operations. Companies like Dell and Sealed Air utilize these as they seek to lessen their reliance upon plastic in packaging their goods for delivery to customers.

Consumer Goods

In a variety of consumer products like cosmetics and appliances that require eco friendly packaging solutions are now utilizing mushroom based packaging materials for their needs to enhance strength and sustainability aspects. Brands like IKEA and MycoWorks are pushing forward with the use of mycelium, in packaging designs.

Food Packaging

In the food industry today more and more companies are turning to mushroom based packaging as an option for containers and trays that are eco friendly and biodegradable to store both fresh and packaged foods effectively and responsibly in a natural way. Ecovative Design is one of the pioneers, in creating mycelium based packaging solutions specifically designed for perishable items.

Mushroom Based Packaging vs. Substitutes:
Performance and Positioning Analysis

Mushroom Based Packaging
  • recycled paper packaging /
  • biodegradable plastic packaging
    Fully compostable and renewable source
    Higher costs and lower durability in some applications
    Recycled paper packaging provides affordability
    Biodegradable plastics offer durability but can still have long decomposition periods

Mushroom Based Packaging vs. Substitutes:
Performance and Positioning Analysis

There are choices to mushroom based packaging like recycled paper and biodegradable plastics. They also provide eco-friendly options but might not have the same natural composting and renewable sourcing benefits, as mushroom based materials.

Mushroom Based Packaging

  • Fully compostable and renewable source
  • Higher costs and lower durability in some applications

recycled paper packaging / biodegradable plastic packaging

  • Recycled paper packaging provides affordability
  • Biodegradable plastics offer durability but can still have long decomposition periods

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Research Methodology

This market research methodology defines the Mushroom Based Packaging market scope, gathers reliable data, and validates findings using integrated primary and secondary research. Our systematic framework ensures precise market sizing, growth trend analysis, and competitive benchmarking.


Secondary Research Approach


We begin secondary research by defining the targeted market at macro and micro levels. As part of the Packaging ecosystem, we analyze Mushroom Based Packaging across Food Packaging, Electronics Packaging, and Consumer Goods Applications. Our team gathers data systematically from country level ministerial sources, industry associations & federations, trade databases, company annual & quarterly reports and other credential sources, enabling us to map global and regional market size, pricing trends, regulatory standards, and technology advancements.



Key Sources Referenced:


We benchmark competitors such as Ecovative Design, MycoWorks, and Sealed Air by reviewing company financial statements, and regulatory filings. Our secondary insights identify key market drivers and constraints, forming the analytical foundation for primary research.


Primary Research Methods


We conduct structured interviews and surveys with industry stakeholders, including Raw Material Suppliers, Manufacturers, and Distributors. Our geographic coverage spans Americas (40%), Europe (30%), Asia-Pacific (25%) and Middle East & Africa (5%). Our online surveys generally achieve a response rate of above 65%, and telephone interviews yield 60%, resulting in above 92% confidence level with a ±7% margin of error.


Through targeted questionnaires and in-depth interviews, we capture purchase intent, adoption barriers, brand perception across Segment Type. We use interview guides to ensure consistency and anonymous survey options to mitigate response bias. These primary insights validate secondary findings and align market sizing with real-world conditions.


Market Engineering & Data Analysis Framework


Our data analysis framework integrates Top-Down, Bottom-Up, and Company Market Share approaches to estimate and project market size with precision.


Top-down & Bottom-Up Process


In Top-down approach, we disaggregate global Packaging revenues to estimate the Mushroom Based Packaging segment, using historical growth patterns to set baseline trends. Simultaneously, in Bottom-up approach, we aggregate Country-Level Demand Data to derive regional and global forecasts, which provide granular consumption insights. By reconciling both approaches, we ensure statistical precision and cross-validation accuracy.


We evaluate the supply chain, spanning Raw Material Suppliers (MycoWorks, MycoComposite), Manufacturers (Ecovative Design, Sealed Air), and Distributors. Our parallel substitute analysis examines recycled paper packaging and biodegradable plastic packaging, highlighting diversification opportunities and competitive risks.


Company Market Share & Benchmarking


We benchmark leading companies such as Ecovative Design, MycoWorks, and Sealed Air, analyzing their capabilities in pricing, product features, technology adoption, and distribution reach. By assessing company-level revenues and product portfolios, we derive market share comparisons, clarifying competitive positioning and growth trajectories across the ecosystem.


Our integration of data triangulation, supply chain evaluation, and company benchmarking, supported by our proprietary Directional Superposition methodology enables us to deliver precise forecasts and actionable strategic insights into the Mushroom Based Packaging market.


Quality Assurance and Compliance


We cross-reference secondary data with primary inputs and external expert reviews to confirm consistency. Further, we use stratified sampling, anonymous surveys, third-party interviews, and time-based sampling to reduce bias and strengthen our results.


Our methodology is developed in alignment with ISO 20252 standards and ICC/ESOMAR guidelines for research ethics. The study methodology follows globally recognized frameworks such as ISO 20252 and ICC codes of practice.

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Mushroom Based Packaging Market Data: Size, Segmentation & Growth Forecast

Report AttributeDetails
Market Value in 2024USD 68.5 million
Revenue Forecast in 2033USD 135 million
Growth RateCAGR of 7.9% from 2024 to 2033
Base Year for Estimation2023
Industry Revenue 202363.5 million
Growth OpportunityUSD 72.3 million
Historical Data2018 - 2022
Growth Projection / Forecast Period2024 - 2033
Market Size UnitsMarket Revenue in USD million and Industry Statistics
Market Size 202363.5 million USD
Market Size 202679.8 million USD
Market Size 202892.9 million USD
Market Size 2030108 million USD
Market Size 2033135 million USD
Market Size 2035158 million USD
Report CoverageMarket revenue for past 5 years and forecast for future 10 years, Competitive Analysis & Company Market Share, Strategic Insights & trends
Segments CoveredType, Application, Technology
Regional scopeNorth America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa
Country scopeU.S., Canada, Mexico, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Saudi Arabia, UAE and South Africa
Companies ProfiledEcovative Design, MycoWorks, Sealed Air, MycoComposite, Paradise Packaging, Bolt Threads, Mushroom Material and Mogu
CustomizationFree customization at segment, region or country scope and direct contact with report analyst team for 10 to 20 working hours for any additional niche requirement which is almost equivalent to 10% of report value

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Table of Contents

Industry Insights Report - Table Of Contents

Chapter 1

Executive Summary

Major Markets & Their Performance - Statistical Snapshots

Chapter 2

Research Methodology

2.1Axioms & Postulates
2.2Market Introduction & Research MethodologyEstimation & Forecast Parameters / Major Databases & Sources
Chapter 3

Market Dynamics

3.1Market OverviewDrivers / Restraints / Opportunities / M4 Factors
3.2Market Trends
3.2.1Introduction & Narratives
3.2.2Market Trends - Impact Analysis(Short, Medium & Long Term Impacts)
3.3Supply Chain Analysis
3.4Porter's Five ForcesSuppliers & Buyers' Bargaining Power, Threat of Substitution & New Market Entrants, Competitive Rivalry
Chapter 4

Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Type

4.1Mycelium-based Foam
4.2Mycelium Composite
4.3Pure Mycelium
Chapter 5

Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Application

5.1Food Packaging
5.2Electronics Packaging
5.3Consumer Goods
5.4Industrial Packaging
Chapter 6

Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities & Strategic Insights, by Technology

6.1Growth Substrate Optimization
6.2Mold Processing
6.3Adhesion Enhancement
Chapter 7

Mushroom Based Packaging Market, by Region

7.1North America Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.1.1U.S.
7.1.2Canada
7.2Europe Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.2.1Germany
7.2.2France
7.2.3UK
7.2.4Italy
7.2.5The Netherlands
7.2.6Rest of EU
7.3Asia Pacific Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.3.1China
7.3.2Japan
7.3.3South Korea
7.3.4India
7.3.5Australia
7.3.6Thailand
7.3.7Rest of APAC
7.4Middle East & Africa Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.4.1Saudi Arabia
7.4.2United Arab Emirates
7.4.3South Africa
7.4.4Rest of MEA
7.5Latin America Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.5.1Brazil
7.5.2Mexico
7.5.3Rest of LA
7.6CIS Mushroom Based Packaging Market Size, Opportunities, Key Trends & Strategic Insights
7.6.1Russia
7.6.2Rest of CIS
Chapter 8

Competitive Landscape

8.1Competitive Dashboard & Market Share Analysis
8.2Company Profiles (Overview, Financials, Developments, SWOT)
8.2.1Ecovative Design
8.2.2MycoWorks
8.2.3Sealed Air
8.2.4MycoComposite
8.2.5Paradise Packaging
8.2.6Bolt Threads
8.2.7Mushroom Material
8.2.8Mogu