Middle East and Africa Paper Cups Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Cup Type (Hot Paper Cups, Cold Paper Cups), By End-User Industry (Quick Service Restaurants, Institutional, Other End-Users), By Wall Type (Single Wall Paper Cups, Double Wall Paper Cups, Triple Wall Paper Cup), By Cup Capacity (Up to 150 ml, 151 to 350 ml, 351 to 500 ml, Above 500 ml), By Sales Channel (Supermarket/Hypermarket, Distributor, Departmental/Specialty/Discount Stores, Online Sales) and By Country (UAE, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Rest of MEA) Forecasts, 2026-2034

Last Updated: September 21, 2026 | Author: Ismail Sutaria | Format:

Middle East and Africa Paper Cups Market Size

The Middle East and Africa paper cups market size was valued at USD 710.0 million in 2025 and is projected to grow from USD 739.04 million in 2026 to USD 1018.45 million by 2034 at a CAGR of 4.09% during the forecast period 2026-2034.

Paper cups are used once and then thrown away. They can be used to drink soup, tea, coffee, soft drinks, etc. Polyethylene, the most common type of plastic resin, is used to cover these cups. This makes them work better and last longer by preventing moisture from being absorbed and preserving taste. People use paper cups to save time and energy because they have busy lives and plans. These cups don't need to be washed and can be thrown away immediately. Paper cup sales have been affected by the growing popularity of ready-to-eat food and services worldwide.

Market Key Takeaways

Global Market Size & Growth

8- 12 oz dominates the market by size.

Hot beverage cup dominates the market by cup type.

Double-wall dominates the market by wall type

Food and beverage application dominates the market by application.

Offline dominates the market by distribution channel.

Middle East and Africa Paper Cups Market Size

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Segmental Analysis

Middle East and African paper cups market is based on size, cup type, wall type, application, distribution channel, and country.

The market is further segmented by size into Less Than 8 Oz, 8-12 Oz, and More Than 12 Oz.

The 8-12 Oz domain segment dominates the market and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% during the forecast period.

Middle East and Africa Paper Cups Market Size By Segments

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The market is further segmented by cup type into Hot Beverage Cups and Cold Beverage Cups.

Hot Beverage Cups dominate the market and is expected to register a CAGR of 3.0% over the forecast period.

The market is further segmented by wall type into Single Wall, Double Wall, and Triple Wall.

The Double Wall domain segment dominates the market and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period.

The market is further segmented by application into Food and Beverages, Institutional, Events, and Others.

Food and Beverages dominated the market and are expected to register a CAGR of 4.3% over the forecast period.

The market is further segmented by distribution channel into Online, Offline.

The Offline domain segment dominates the market and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.4% during the forecast period.

Middle East and Africa Paper Cups Market Share By Segments

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Regional Analysis

The Middle East and African paper cups market is analyzed by country in South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and the Rest of the Middle East and Africa. The rest of the Middle East and Africa dominated the market and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.3% during the forecast period.

Travel is expected to boost the Middle East paper cup sector. Social networking has introduced a large chunk of Saudi society to Western culture. Technology and dissolving social norms are driving choices. This boosts foodservice sales, customers, and transaction volume.

The aviation sector, labor camps, the military, hospitals, colleges, institutions, Umrah/Hajj, weddings, and other special occasion catering all want more prepared foods and beverages. More global corporations entering the market increase demand for packaged goods and beverages.

Local customers are increasingly pickier as they seek unique experiences. As people value experiences over convenience, quick casual is becoming more popular. Market growth is anticipated. Middle Eastern enterprises are increasingly ordering food delivery.

Food delivery to public events will increase as Vision 2030 opens more entertainment and sporting venues. The Middle East and Africa's paper cup market is fragmented due to several regional and local sellers. ENPI, Huhtamaki, and Gulf East Paper & Plastic Group are major players.

List of Key and Emerging Players in Middle East and Africa Paper Cups Market

Huhtamaki Group

International Paper

Key Industry Developments

February 2026

Detpak South Africa expanded its portfolio of water-based barrier paper cups for foodservice and beverage applications, supporting recyclable packaging initiatives and increasing the availability of plastic-free paper cup solutions across Southern Africa.

September 2025

Graphic Packaging International expanded the availability of its Cold&Go™ fiber-based paper cup technology across the Middle East and Africa through regional packaging partners. The solution offers improved condensation resistance for cold beverages while supporting sustainability goals for foodservice operators.

June 2025

Middle East Paper Company's (MEPCO) Juthor unit broke ground on a SAR 345 million tissue production line at King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia. The project integrates advanced digital manufacturing technologies and strengthens the regional paper converting ecosystem, supporting the supply chain for paper-based foodservice products, including paper cups.

June 2025

Hotpack Global expanded its portfolio of sustainable paper cups across the GCC by increasing the commercial availability of recyclable and plastic-reduced beverage cups for quick-service restaurants, cafés, and foodservice operators, supporting the region's transition toward eco-friendly packaging solutions.

Report Scope

Segmentation

By Cup Type 2

Hot Paper Cups
Cold Paper Cups

By End-User Industry 3

Quick Service Restaurants
Institutional
Other End-Users

By Wall Type 3

Single Wall Paper Cups
Double Wall Paper Cups
Triple Wall Paper Cup

By Cup Capacity 4

Up to 150 ml
151 to 350 ml
351 to 500 ml
Above 500 ml

By Sales Channel 4

Supermarket/Hypermarket
Distributor
Departmental/Specialty/Discount Stores
Online Sales

Competitive Coverage Huhtamaki Group · International Paper

Research Deliverables Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The middle east and africa paper cups market size is projected to grow from USD 739.04 million in 2026 to USD 1018.45 million by 2034 at a CAGR of 4.09% during the forecast period 2026-2034.

The double wall-type market sector is expected to dominate over the forecast period.

The key players in the Middle East and Africa market include Huhtamaki Group and International Paper.

Shift toward sustainable packaging is the growth factor of the Middle East and Africa market

About the Author

Ismail Sutaria

Research Head

Ismail Sutaria is a market intelligence and strategy professional with over 12 years of experience advising organizations across the chemicals, packaging, industrial machinery, and energy & power sectors. He specializes in delivering data-driven market assessments, commercial due diligence, industry benchmarking, demand forecasting, competitive strategy, and growth advisory that enable businesses to make confident investment and expansion decisions in complex industrial markets.

His expertise spans specialty and commodity chemicals, advanced and sustainable packaging solutions, industrial automation, manufacturing equipment, process engineering, renewable energy, conventional power generation, electrical infrastructure, and industrial technologies. Ismail has developed deep domain knowledge in evaluating market ecosystems, technology evolution, regulatory frameworks, supply-demand dynamics, pricing trends, value chain structures, and competitive landscapes across global and regional markets.