Impact of Changes in the Beverage Industry on Paper Coffee Cup Wholesale Demand
author: Iris
2026-01-06
1. Current Status and Trends of the Beverage Industry
1.1 Global Beverage Market Size and Growth Trends
The global beverage market is experiencing steady growth, reaching US$8.2 trillion in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 5.8%. Other data shows that the market size will increase from US$5.05 trillion in 2024 to US$8.94 trillion in 2032, with a compound annual growth rate of 7.4%. Regionally, Asia-Pacific is the main growth engine, contributing 45% of the global market increase, with China accounting for 62% of the Asia-Pacific increase; North America's market size will exceed US$1.6 trillion in 2025, with the United States accounting for US$720 billion; Europe's market value was €160 billion in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 2.4%.
In terms of sub-categories, functional beverages are growing at a rate of 12.3%, far exceeding the 1.2% growth of traditional carbonated beverages; the penetration rate of plant-based beverages increased from 28% in 2024 to 34%, and the liquid meal replacement market increased by 23.5%; the US liquid beverage market resumed growth in 2024.
In terms of sub-categories, functional beverages are growing at a rate of 12.3%, far exceeding the 1.2% growth of traditional carbonated beverages; the penetration rate of plant-based beverages increased from 28% in 2024 to 34%, and the liquid meal replacement market increased by 23.5%; the US liquid beverage market resumed growth in 2024.
1.2 Development Characteristics of the Chinese Beverage Market
The Chinese beverage market is developing on a dual track, with a market size exceeding 1.5 trillion yuan in 2024, a double-digit year-on-year increase, and is expected to exceed 2 trillion yuan in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of over 8%. Freshly made beverages performed particularly well, with a market size of 627.9 billion yuan in 2024, and are expected to reach 746.4 billion yuan in 2025.
The market structure shows characteristics of consumption stratification, with the average price of high-end products in first-tier cities increasing by 15.7%, and sales in lower-tier markets increasing by 21.4%; the sugar-free tea market exceeded 82 billion yuan, and the growth rate of carbonated fruit juice beverages was 18.9%; packaged drinking water accounted for 48.5%, exceeding 50% for the first time, and other categories such as tea beverages increased from 25.5% to 30.7%.
In terms of channels, instant retail accounted for 31.2%, and the density of smart vending machines was 38 units per 10,000 people; cold chain coverage increased by 28%, driving a 43% increase in sales of short-shelf-life beverages in third- and fourth-tier cities.
The market structure shows characteristics of consumption stratification, with the average price of high-end products in first-tier cities increasing by 15.7%, and sales in lower-tier markets increasing by 21.4%; the sugar-free tea market exceeded 82 billion yuan, and the growth rate of carbonated fruit juice beverages was 18.9%; packaged drinking water accounted for 48.5%, exceeding 50% for the first time, and other categories such as tea beverages increased from 25.5% to 30.7%.
In terms of channels, instant retail accounted for 31.2%, and the density of smart vending machines was 38 units per 10,000 people; cold chain coverage increased by 28%, driving a 43% increase in sales of short-shelf-life beverages in third- and fourth-tier cities.
1.3 Trends in Beverage Consumption Patterns
In the post-pandemic era, beverage consumption patterns have undergone significant changes. The takeaway channel has boomed, with the proportion of tea beverage orders increasing from 28% in 2023 to 35% in 2024, and projected to exceed 40% in 2025. During the May Day holiday in 2025, takeaway milk tea orders in Guangzhou and Shenzhen increased by 150% and 120% week-on-week, respectively, nearly doubling year-on-year.
Convenience store ready-to-drink consumption is growing, with sales of room-temperature fruit juice increasing by 21.7% year-on-year; single-serving pure tea and bottled water sales increased by 24% and 56% respectively.
The specialty coffee market is booming. In October 2025, there were over 1600 coffee brands nationwide, with a net increase of 24,700 stores, reaching 240,000 stores, or 17 stores per 10,000 people; Luckin Coffee sold over 20 million cups in a single day during the beginning of autumn in 2025.
Health and personalization are becoming trends, with additive-free products increasing by 34.6%, and sports nutrition beverages having a repurchase rate of 42.3%; products related to emotional value reached a market size of 72 billion yuan, and sleep-inducing beverages increased by 89.7%; personalized customization covered 85 million people, and intelligent recommendations facilitated 32.8% cross-selling.
Convenience store ready-to-drink consumption is growing, with sales of room-temperature fruit juice increasing by 21.7% year-on-year; single-serving pure tea and bottled water sales increased by 24% and 56% respectively.
The specialty coffee market is booming. In October 2025, there were over 1600 coffee brands nationwide, with a net increase of 24,700 stores, reaching 240,000 stores, or 17 stores per 10,000 people; Luckin Coffee sold over 20 million cups in a single day during the beginning of autumn in 2025.
Health and personalization are becoming trends, with additive-free products increasing by 34.6%, and sports nutrition beverages having a repurchase rate of 42.3%; products related to emotional value reached a market size of 72 billion yuan, and sleep-inducing beverages increased by 89.7%; personalized customization covered 85 million people, and intelligent recommendations facilitated 32.8% cross-selling.
2. Paper Cup Market Status and Structural Analysis
2.1 Global Paper Cup Market Size and Regional Distribution
The global paper cup market is experiencing stable growth, with a size of approximately US$10.9 billion in 2024, projected to reach US$11.4-14.8 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.12%-4.60%.
Regionally, North America had a market size of US$2.8 billion in 2024, projected to reach US$23 billion in 2033; Europe, driven by environmental regulations, is projected to reach 68.8 billion units in 2033; the Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing, with China's market size at US$4.5 billion in 2024, projected to reach nearly US$7 billion in 2030. In terms of production, global shipments are projected to reach 5.23 million tons in 2025 and 6.27 million tons in 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.72%; China's paper cup production reached 58 billion units in 2023, accounting for 42.3% of the total production of disposable paper tableware.
Regionally, North America had a market size of US$2.8 billion in 2024, projected to reach US$23 billion in 2033; Europe, driven by environmental regulations, is projected to reach 68.8 billion units in 2033; the Asia-Pacific region is the fastest-growing, with China's market size at US$4.5 billion in 2024, projected to reach nearly US$7 billion in 2030. In terms of production, global shipments are projected to reach 5.23 million tons in 2025 and 6.27 million tons in 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.72%; China's paper cup production reached 58 billion units in 2023, accounting for 42.3% of the total production of disposable paper tableware.
2.2 Paper Cup Product Structure and Material Innovation
The product structure is diversified, with cold paper coffee cups wholesale accounting for 66% in 2024, and an expected compound annual growth rate of 5.56%; double-walled paper coffee cups wholesale account for 47%, experiencing rapid growth due to their good insulation properties.
Material innovation is active, with traditional PE coatings being replaced. In the third quarter of 2025, PLA-based fully biodegradable cups accounted for 67.3% of listed SKUs, and PBAT/PLA blended materials accounted for 21.8%; the proportion of new environmentally friendly materials increased from 35% in 2024 to 42%, and the annual output of plant fiber molded products increased by 25%; the penetration rate of water-based coating technology in the paper food container field jumped from 28% to 41%, and the cost of biodegradable plastics decreased by 18%.
Material innovation is active, with traditional PE coatings being replaced. In the third quarter of 2025, PLA-based fully biodegradable cups accounted for 67.3% of listed SKUs, and PBAT/PLA blended materials accounted for 21.8%; the proportion of new environmentally friendly materials increased from 35% in 2024 to 42%, and the annual output of plant fiber molded products increased by 25%; the penetration rate of water-based coating technology in the paper food container field jumped from 28% to 41%, and the cost of biodegradable plastics decreased by 18%.
2.3 The Driving Role of Environmental Policies on the Paper Cup Market
76 countries worldwide have implemented plastic restriction regulations. The EU's Single-Use Plastics Directive resulted in a paper cup substitution rate of 41% in 2022, and there are plans to ban single-use plastic cups by 2030.
After the upgrade of China's "plastic restriction order," the demand for biodegradable paper coffee cups wholesale increased, rising from 15% in 2020 to 28%, and is expected to exceed 45% in 2025; after the implementation of the "plastic ban" in 2022, the consumption of double wall paper cup and paper containers increased by 23%, and the market size exceeded 60 billion yuan in 2023, accounting for 18% of the global market.
45% of major packaging manufacturers in the United States use compostable or recyclable lids; after India banned single-use plastics in July 2022, the demand for double wall paper cup increased; the Middle East and Africa banned paper coffee cups wholesale containing plastic linings, increasing the demand for biodegradable alternatives.
After the upgrade of China's "plastic restriction order," the demand for biodegradable paper coffee cups wholesale increased, rising from 15% in 2020 to 28%, and is expected to exceed 45% in 2025; after the implementation of the "plastic ban" in 2022, the consumption of double wall paper cup and paper containers increased by 23%, and the market size exceeded 60 billion yuan in 2023, accounting for 18% of the global market.
45% of major packaging manufacturers in the United States use compostable or recyclable lids; after India banned single-use plastics in July 2022, the demand for double wall paper cup increased; the Middle East and Africa banned paper coffee cups wholesale containing plastic linings, increasing the demand for biodegradable alternatives.
3. The Impact Mechanism of Changes in the Beverage Industry on Paper Cup Demand
3.1 Changes in Consumption Scenarios Drive the Growth of Paper Cup Demand
The takeaway economy is a significant driver, with 621 million takeaway users in China in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 9.8%, and is expected to exceed 670 million in 2025. Beverages account for 23.4% of food delivery orders, an increase from 16.1% in 2020, and require paper coffee cups wholesale for packaging.
The tea beverage industry is also a driving force. The scale of China's new-style tea beverage market reached 354.7 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 6.4%, and is expected to exceed 400 billion yuan in 2028. Domestic milk tea consumption uses over 20 billion paper coffee cups wholesale annually, with the proportion of biodegradable paper coffee cups wholesale increasing from 15% in 2020 to 35%, and expected to exceed 50% in 2025.
Coffee brands are expanding, with Luckin Coffee selling over 20 million cups per day; regional coffee brands such as Manner and Seesaw have a compound annual growth rate of 32%, driving an annual increase of 28 million cups in usage.
The development of freshly made beverages in convenience stores is driving the demand for double-walled insulated drinking paper cups, with the market size exceeding 1.9 billion yuan in 2024, a three-fold increase compared to 2021.
The tea beverage industry is also a driving force. The scale of China's new-style tea beverage market reached 354.7 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 6.4%, and is expected to exceed 400 billion yuan in 2028. Domestic milk tea consumption uses over 20 billion paper coffee cups wholesale annually, with the proportion of biodegradable paper coffee cups wholesale increasing from 15% in 2020 to 35%, and expected to exceed 50% in 2025.
Coffee brands are expanding, with Luckin Coffee selling over 20 million cups per day; regional coffee brands such as Manner and Seesaw have a compound annual growth rate of 32%, driving an annual increase of 28 million cups in usage.
The development of freshly made beverages in convenience stores is driving the demand for double-walled insulated drinking paper cups, with the market size exceeding 1.9 billion yuan in 2024, a three-fold increase compared to 2021.
3.2 New Requirements for Paper Cup Specifications and Design Driven by Product Innovation
The popularization of specialty coffee has increased the demand for better insulation in paper coffee cups wholesale. High-end brands require insulation for more than 6 hours, driving the application of double-layer and triple-layer paper coffee cups wholesale and vacuum insulation technology.
Cup sizes are increasing, evolving from traditional small and medium sizes to large (12-16 ounces) and extra-large (20 ounces and above), with 16 ounces (approximately 470ml) becoming the standard for large cups.
Customization and branding trends are evident, with over 60% of customers requesting the incorporation of brand IP or seasonal elements. Leading tea beverage brands are launching limited editions and co-branded products; in 2023, advertising-customized double wall paper cups accounted for 35% of the market.
Functional needs are driving technological innovation; tea beverages require paper coffee cups wholesale that are leak-proof and heat-resistant; shipments of smart temperature-controlled cups increased by 210% in the first half of 2024, and the market size is expected to reach 2 billion RMB in 2025.
Cup sizes are increasing, evolving from traditional small and medium sizes to large (12-16 ounces) and extra-large (20 ounces and above), with 16 ounces (approximately 470ml) becoming the standard for large cups.
Customization and branding trends are evident, with over 60% of customers requesting the incorporation of brand IP or seasonal elements. Leading tea beverage brands are launching limited editions and co-branded products; in 2023, advertising-customized double wall paper cups accounted for 35% of the market.
Functional needs are driving technological innovation; tea beverages require paper coffee cups wholesale that are leak-proof and heat-resistant; shipments of smart temperature-controlled cups increased by 210% in the first half of 2024, and the market size is expected to reach 2 billion RMB in 2025.
3.3 The Impact of Sustainable Development Trends on Paper Cup Materials
Consumer environmental awareness is driving the application of biodegradable materials, with 68% of consumers willing to pay a 10%-15% premium for environmentally friendly packaging.
PLA material is gaining popularity; in 2024, the demand for PLA paper coffee cups wholesale in China was 43.39 billion units, and the market size of biodegradable drinking paper cups is expected to exceed 18 billion RMB by 2030, accounting for 35% of the industry.
Pulp molding technology is developing, producing biodegradable products with a low carbon footprint, replacing traditional plastic cups in fast food, coffee, and tea beverage scenarios. Its market share is expected to increase from 22% in 2024 to 28% in 2025.
Water-based coatings and PHA technologies are emerging; water-based dispersion barrier technology is currently being tested; the penetration rate of PHA is expected to increase from 8% to 15% in 2025.
PLA material is gaining popularity; in 2024, the demand for PLA paper coffee cups wholesale in China was 43.39 billion units, and the market size of biodegradable drinking paper cups is expected to exceed 18 billion RMB by 2030, accounting for 35% of the industry.
Pulp molding technology is developing, producing biodegradable products with a low carbon footprint, replacing traditional plastic cups in fast food, coffee, and tea beverage scenarios. Its market share is expected to increase from 22% in 2024 to 28% in 2025.
Water-based coatings and PHA technologies are emerging; water-based dispersion barrier technology is currently being tested; the penetration rate of PHA is expected to increase from 8% to 15% in 2025.
4. Differentiated Analysis of Demand for Different Types of Paper Coffee Cups Wholesale
4.1 Demand Analysis for Hot Beverage Cups (Coffee, Tea, etc.)
The hot beverage cup market is experiencing steady growth, with a market size of $8.7 billion in 2024. The global coffee market will exceed US$500 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 5% over the next five years; the Chinese specialty coffee market will reach 32 billion yuan in 2024 and is projected to reach 98 billion yuan in 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 18.6%; freshly brewed coffee will see an 8% year-on-year increase in 2024, with its share rising from 25% in 2020 to 30%, and is expected to reach 35% in 2025.
The Chinese tea beverage market is expanding, with ready-to-drink tea increasing by 18.9% year-on-year, becoming the largest category of soft drinks; the freshly brewed tea market will reach 627.9 billion yuan in 2024 and is expected to reach 746.4 billion yuan in 2025.
Technical requirements for hot beverage cups are increasing, with double-layered insulated paper coffee cups wholesale becoming popular in high-end stores; the Chinese hot beverage cup market will exceed 30 billion yuan in 2025, with leading companies accounting for over 45%.
The Chinese tea beverage market is expanding, with ready-to-drink tea increasing by 18.9% year-on-year, becoming the largest category of soft drinks; the freshly brewed tea market will reach 627.9 billion yuan in 2024 and is expected to reach 746.4 billion yuan in 2025.
Technical requirements for hot beverage cups are increasing, with double-layered insulated paper coffee cups wholesale becoming popular in high-end stores; the Chinese hot beverage cup market will exceed 30 billion yuan in 2025, with leading companies accounting for over 45%.
4.2 Cold Beverage Cup Demand Analysis (Soft Drinks, Juices, etc.)
Cold beverage cups are growing faster than hot beverage cups, accounting for 55% of global beverage cup consumption in 2024, with an expected compound annual growth rate of 4.9%-5.56%.
Driven by soft drinks and juices, carbonated beverages are experiencing stable growth, while juices and functional beverages are developing rapidly, and the penetration rate of plant-based beverages has increased from 28% to 34%.
The ready-to-drink scenario is driving strong sales of cold beverages in convenience stores, with sales of room-temperature juices increasing by 21.7%; the recovery of outdoor activities is driving the consumption of portable cold beverages.
Cold beverage cup designs are innovating, with some using PE-free or thin PE coatings, lids with straw holes, and cups printed with refreshing patterns.
Driven by soft drinks and juices, carbonated beverages are experiencing stable growth, while juices and functional beverages are developing rapidly, and the penetration rate of plant-based beverages has increased from 28% to 34%.
The ready-to-drink scenario is driving strong sales of cold beverages in convenience stores, with sales of room-temperature juices increasing by 21.7%; the recovery of outdoor activities is driving the consumption of portable cold beverages.
Cold beverage cup designs are innovating, with some using PE-free or thin PE coatings, lids with straw holes, and cups printed with refreshing patterns.
4.3 Market Opportunities and Challenges for Environmentally Friendly Material Cups
Environmentally friendly material cups present significant opportunities. The global biodegradable cup market will reach US$675 million in 2024, US$712 million in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.26%, and is projected to reach US$918 million in 2030; the Chinese biodegradable paper cup market reached 4.86 billion yuan in 2023, is expected to exceed 7.5 billion yuan in 2025, and reach 18-20 billion yuan in 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 18.7%. PLA-coated paper coffee cups wholesale are the mainstream, with BPI-certified PLA paper coffee cups wholesale averaging 0.35 RMB per cup in 2024, representing a 47% premium, and a compound annual growth rate of 18.3% in market share; pulp molded cups use natural fibers, and their market share will increase from 22% to 28% in 2025.
However, challenges remain: environmentally friendly materials are 30%-50% more expensive; technology needs improvement, as some materials lack sufficient waterproof and heat-resistant properties; recycling and composting facilities are inadequate; consumer awareness varies; and different environmental standards in various countries lead to high compliance costs for businesses.
However, challenges remain: environmentally friendly materials are 30%-50% more expensive; technology needs improvement, as some materials lack sufficient waterproof and heat-resistant properties; recycling and composting facilities are inadequate; consumer awareness varies; and different environmental standards in various countries lead to high compliance costs for businesses.
5. Short-term and Medium-to-Long-term Trend Outlook
5.1 Short-term Trends (2025-2027)
The short-term paper cup market will experience stable growth, with the global market size reaching US$12.5-16 billion in 2027, a compound annual growth rate of 3.12%-4.60%.
China's growth is strong, with a market size of 48.5 billion RMB in 2025, an annual production of 48 billion cups, and biodegradable paper coffee cups wholesale accounting for 35%; from 2026 to 2030, the single-PE paper cup market will have a compound annual growth rate of 7.5%, reaching 592,000 tons in 2026 and 637,000 tons in 2027.
Takeaway and beverage consumption continue to drive growth; by the end of 2025, the number of takeaway users in China will exceed 670 million, and the proportion of beverage takeaways will increase. In 2025, the national demand for paper cone cups will reach 42 billion units, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.5%.
The environmental transformation is accelerating; in 2025, the market size of biodegradable drinking paper cups will exceed 5 billion RMB, with a compound annual growth rate of 34%; the penetration rate of PLA will exceed 30%.
Technological innovation provides momentum; the smart temperature-controlled cup market will reach 500 million RMB in 2025 and will exceed 5 billion RMB in 2031.
China's growth is strong, with a market size of 48.5 billion RMB in 2025, an annual production of 48 billion cups, and biodegradable paper coffee cups wholesale accounting for 35%; from 2026 to 2030, the single-PE paper cup market will have a compound annual growth rate of 7.5%, reaching 592,000 tons in 2026 and 637,000 tons in 2027.
Takeaway and beverage consumption continue to drive growth; by the end of 2025, the number of takeaway users in China will exceed 670 million, and the proportion of beverage takeaways will increase. In 2025, the national demand for paper cone cups will reach 42 billion units, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.5%.
The environmental transformation is accelerating; in 2025, the market size of biodegradable drinking paper cups will exceed 5 billion RMB, with a compound annual growth rate of 34%; the penetration rate of PLA will exceed 30%.
Technological innovation provides momentum; the smart temperature-controlled cup market will reach 500 million RMB in 2025 and will exceed 5 billion RMB in 2031.
5.2 Medium-to-Long-term Trends (2028-2035)
In the medium to long term, the market will undergo structural changes; the global market size will reach US$12.5-19.7 billion in 2030 and will exceed US$20 billion in 2035, with growth shifting from "quantity increase" to "quality improvement." China becomes the core engine, with a market size of 65-120 billion RMB by 2030, and a compound annual growth rate of 12%-15%; the market size of paper cup base paper will increase from 31 billion RMB in 2026 to 42.87 billion RMB in 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.3%.
Environmentally friendly materials become mainstream, with the market size of biodegradable paper coffee cups wholesale exceeding US$80 billion by 2030, and a compound annual growth rate of over 10%; green products account for over 50%, and the urban penetration rate exceeds 60%.
Technological innovation reshapes the landscape, with the popularization of technologies such as nano-coating and vacuum insulation; composite paper coffee cups wholesale with aluminum foil insulation layers will be phased out before 2028, and bio-based polymers will reduce carbon emissions by 7%, accounting for 15% of materials.
Consumption upgrades promote high-end products, with the high-end customized market exceeding 7 billion RMB; 250-750ml capacity accounts for 46%.
A circular economy is established, with the utilization rate of circular packaging exceeding 60% by 2035, and carbon footprint tracking covering 80% of leading companies.
Environmentally friendly materials become mainstream, with the market size of biodegradable paper coffee cups wholesale exceeding US$80 billion by 2030, and a compound annual growth rate of over 10%; green products account for over 50%, and the urban penetration rate exceeds 60%.
Technological innovation reshapes the landscape, with the popularization of technologies such as nano-coating and vacuum insulation; composite paper coffee cups wholesale with aluminum foil insulation layers will be phased out before 2028, and bio-based polymers will reduce carbon emissions by 7%, accounting for 15% of materials.
Consumption upgrades promote high-end products, with the high-end customized market exceeding 7 billion RMB; 250-750ml capacity accounts for 46%.
A circular economy is established, with the utilization rate of circular packaging exceeding 60% by 2035, and carbon footprint tracking covering 80% of leading companies.
5.3 Key Driving Factors and Risk Assessment
Key Driving Factors
- Beverage industry growth: Global annual growth of 5%-7%, functional beverages exceeding 12%; China's market size will exceed 2 trillion RMB by 2025, with freshly made beverages reaching 746.4 billion RMB.
- Environmental policies: The EU will ban single-use plastic cups by 2030; China requires biodegradable materials to account for 30% of packaging by 2025.
- Technological innovation: PLA cost reduced by 40%, flexible production line transformation cost reduced by 23%, and small-batch customization accounts for 28.7%.
- Changes in consumption habits: Increased proportion of takeout orders, popularization of specialty coffee, increased consumption of healthy beverages, and young people pursuing personalization.
Risk Assessment
- Raw material price fluctuations: Pulp prices affect costs, with a premium of 180%-250% for specialty-grade green beans in 2024-2025.
- Environmental compliance risks: Different standards in various countries require multiple certifications for enterprises, resulting in high compliance costs; continuous R&D is needed for updating technical standards.
- Competition from substitutes: Promotion of reusable cups and smart insulated cups, with significant substitution in fixed scenarios.
- Impact of economic cycles: Economic downturn leads consumers to reduce spending on non-essential items, and companies compress procurement budgets. Technological Substitution Risk: The development of biodegradable plastics technology and 3D printing may change production and consumption patterns.
- Supply Chain Risk: Global supply chain uncertainty, rising logistics costs, and geopolitical factors affect supply.
6. Market Opportunities
The environmentally friendly materials market is booming, with the global biodegradable cup market expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 5.26%, reaching US$918 million by 2030; the Chinese market is expected to reach 18-20 billion RMB by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate of 18.7%. Companies can increase R&D in PLA and other materials.
High-end customization demand is growing, with over 60% of customers requiring customized designs. Customized paper coffee cups wholesale accounted for 35% of the market in 2023. Companies can build flexible production systems.
Functionally innovative products have broad prospects. Shipments of smart temperature-controlled cups increased by 210% in the first half of 2024, and the market is expected to reach 2 billion RMB by 2025. Companies can collaborate to develop drinking paper cups with special functions.
The lower-tier market has great potential. Beverage sales in China's lower-tier markets increased by 21.4%, and the growth rate of tea beverages in third- and fourth-tier cities exceeded that of first-tier cities. Companies can develop cost-effective products and build distribution channels in these markets.
Emerging scenarios are appearing, with the development of new retail and unmanned retail. Companies can develop paper coffee cups wholesale adapted to these new channels.
High-end customization demand is growing, with over 60% of customers requiring customized designs. Customized paper coffee cups wholesale accounted for 35% of the market in 2023. Companies can build flexible production systems.
Functionally innovative products have broad prospects. Shipments of smart temperature-controlled cups increased by 210% in the first half of 2024, and the market is expected to reach 2 billion RMB by 2025. Companies can collaborate to develop drinking paper cups with special functions.
The lower-tier market has great potential. Beverage sales in China's lower-tier markets increased by 21.4%, and the growth rate of tea beverages in third- and fourth-tier cities exceeded that of first-tier cities. Companies can develop cost-effective products and build distribution channels in these markets.
Emerging scenarios are appearing, with the development of new retail and unmanned retail. Companies can develop paper coffee cups wholesale adapted to these new channels.
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