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Trash Bags
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Trash Bags Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Trash bags are converted plastic products used to hold and dispose of various waste items. Suppliers include manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers. Buyers of trash bags include academic institutions, commercial businesses, hospitality businesses, homeowners, and consumers.
This Report Includes:
- Plastic Only Trash Bags
- 12 Gallon Trash Bags
- 13 Gallon Trash Bags
- 16 Gallon Trash Bags
Not in this Report:
- Plastic Shopping Bags
- Merchandise Bags
- Hazmat Drum Liners
- Food Packaging Bags
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Global Trash Bags Procurement Trends
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Warning Trends
Tariffs could negatively impact the cleaning equipment and supplies sector
- The Trump Administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which apply general tariff rate increases to most leading US trade partners, are set to take effect on August 7, after the administration finalized the rates on August 1.
- According to CleanLink, increases in tariffs are expected to impact the cleaning equipment and supplies industry by raising the cost of manufacturing and, thus, the price of products. The tariff increase could also spark supply-chain disruptions, which could further put upward pressure on pricing if goods are in limited supply.
- China, a major exporter to the United States of many products in the cleaning equipment and supplies industry, faces a base tariff of 54.0%. Likewise, Germany, a major exporter of chemicals and cleaning products, and the rest of the European Union face a 15.0% tariff, which will raise the cost of imported cleaning supplies and manufacturers' operating costs, putting upward pressure on market prices.
- Canada and Mexico, major sources for a variety of cleaning equipment and supplies, will now face 35.0% and 25.0% tariff rates, respectively, for exports to the United States. These tariffs will make it more difficult for Mexican and Canadian suppliers to compete in the US market, driving up domestic prices and pressuring supply chains.
Global Trash Bags Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 United States | 290,215 |
| #2 China | 223,720 |
| #3 Europe | 209,460 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Trash Bags
United States
2026 Market Pricing$5.00 to $XXX.XX
per 100 trash bagsAverage Price
Prices in the Trash Bags market range from $5.00 to $XXX.XX, depending on Bag Volume, Quality of Materials, Customization and Sustainability. For example, lower prices are associated with 10-gallon standard trash bags ($5.00 to $15.00 per 100 pack), whereas higher prices are associated with 175-gallon specialized trash bags ($30.00 to $60.00 per 100 pack).
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Trash Bags Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Trash Bags market, prices in the US have grown 0.9% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
United States (2022-2025)
United States (2025-2028)
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Trash Bags
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Trash Bags market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Lost Orders may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
Negotiated Before
Financing
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Lost Orders
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.9 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Product Specialization. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as High, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Plastic & Resin Manufacturers
- Organic Chemical Manufacturers
- Adhesive Manufacturers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Petroleum Refiners
- Oxygen & Hydrogen Gas Manufacturers
- Petrochemical Manufacturers
Biggest Trash Bags Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Trash Bags vendors by revenue in the US are Alcoa Corp, Berry Global Group, Inc. and Amcor Limited. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amcor Limited | Global | WARMLEY, BRISTOL | >10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Alcoa Corp | Global | PITTSBURGH, PA | >10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Procter & Gamble Co | CINCINNATI | >10,000 | 15-20 | |||||
| W.W. Grainger, Inc. | Global | LAKE FOREST | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Berry Global Group, Inc. | Global | EVANSVILLE, IN | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Newell Brands Inc. | Global | ATLANTA, NJ | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Alpha Industries | International | Lyndhurst, NJ | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Inteplast Group, Ltd. | Global | Livingston, NJ | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Simplehuman LLC | Global | Torrance, CA | 101-250 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Trash Bags market is 6.5% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is falling, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
The average trash bag supplier has a medium level of financial risk due in part to volatile prices for input materials and significant overhead costs. Moderate supplier financial risk limits buyer power because it indicates a higher likelihood that a buyer’s chosen supplier will not be able to fulfill contracts and will become insolvent.
There is a high level of market share concentration in the trash bags market, with the top four companies accounting for more than 45.0% of total market revenue, thus, hurting buyer power. Although there are more than 300,000 suppliers of trash bags, the market has been largely dominated by Procter & Gamble Co (The Clorox Company) and Alcoa Corporation (Reynolds Brand).
The supply chain risk in the trash bags market is high. Much of this risk comes from plastic and resin manufacturers and upstream petroleum refineries, which are responsible for supplying plastic manufacturing plants with the chemical compounds necessary for producing plastic.
As a net importer in the trash bags market, US buyers' procurement strategies may be influenced by factors such as cost considerations and international competition and will need to carefully evaluate pricing options and potentially seek out more cost-effective solutions. Being a net importer can restrict buyer power and reduce their ability to dictate terms and conditions in procurement transactions, and will have less control over pricing, quality, and availability of the goods or services they need.
Supplier Information
Alcoa Corp
Alcoa Corp is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include truck wheels, sheet metal, rivets, trash bags and metal forming services. Founded in 1888, the company is currently headquartered in PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, United States of Subscribe to learn more
Amcor Limited
Amcor plc is a packaging company for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home, and personal-care markets. Its packaging expertise covers all packaging materials, including paper, metal, plastic, recycled, and bio-based materials. It produces flexible and rigid packaging, specialty cartons, and closure... Subscribe to learn more
Procter & Gamble Co
The Procter & Gamble Company is a global consumer goods company that manufactures, markets, and distributes a diversified portfolio of daily-use products under various brands. It organizes its business into five operating segments: the Beauty segment, which includes shampoos, conditioners, deodorants, personal... Subscribe to learn more
Berry Global Group, Inc.
Berry Global Group, Inc. is a global supplier of a broad range of innovative rigid, flexible, and non-woven products for the consumer and industrial end markets, including healthcare, personal care, and food and beverage. Its business comprises four reportable segments: the Consumer Packaging International... Subscribe to learn more
Newell Brands Inc.
Newell Brands Inc. is a global consumer goods company that markets under a portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex, and Campingaz. It organizes its business... Subscribe to learn more
W.W. Grainger, Inc.
WW Grainger, Inc. is a diversified global company that supplies maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products and services. It offers products under several categories, including safety and security, material handling and storage, pumps and plumbing equipment, cleaning and maintenance, metalworking, and... Subscribe to learn more
Alpha Industries
Alpha Industries is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include plastic bags and trash bags. Founded in 1959, the company is currently headquartered in Reston, Virginia, United States of America with an estimated 375 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Inteplast Group, Ltd.
Inteplast Group, Ltd. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include plastic film, plastic bags and trash bags. Founded in 1991, the company is currently headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Simplehuman LLC
Simplehuman LLC is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include trash bags. Founded in 2000, the company is currently headquartered in Torrance, California, United States of America with an estimated 175 employees. Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Trash Bags Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Cost of Goods Sold and Customer Satisfaction (CSAT). Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Delivery and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Cost of Goods Sold |
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Total revenue Total labor cost Total material cost Total service cost Total delivery cost |
Knowing the cost of goods sold is used to determine market profitability, which is helpful to gauge the performance of trash bag sales for a vendor. Knowing the cost of goods sold is beneficial to the vendor for price determination of their trash bags. |
| Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) |
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Number of positive customer responses Number of customer responses |
Overall customer satisfaction with a vendor is indicative of how cooperative and sympathetic they are to customer needs. Positive customer satisfaction shows that the vendor cares for the success of the buyers with their trash bags. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
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Customer Service
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Quality Control
What quality control procedures do you have in place? How often do you check for quality?
How do you test the effectiveness of your quality control procedures?
Financing
How does your company differentiate itself in the market?
How do you compete with larger vendors?
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Trash Bags RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should provide the size and geographic location(s) of their organization(s).
Buyers should indicate how the trash bags will be used.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should indicate the volume of their orders and the expected frequency.
Buyers should provide product specifications, such as size, color and amount of weight it can support.
Project Budget
Buyers should include the total value of the contract for the trash bags.
Buyers should specify terms for price adjustments during the term of the contract.
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