Cigarette rolling paper market size was valued at $710 million in 2022, and is projected to reach $905 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 3.5% during the forecast period (2023-2030). Cigarette rolling papers are made from non-wood plant fibers including flax, hemp, sisal, rice straw, and esparto. The global cigarette rolling paper market has witnessed positive growth due to the increasing number of smokers globally, along with rising demand for tobacco cessation aids, such as e-cigarettes and smokeless tobacco, which is also likely to contribute to the market’s growth. According to the Federal Trade Commission, the number of cigarettes in the US sold to wholesalers and retailers globally increased from 202.9 billion in 2019 to 203.7 billion in 2020. Moreover, the sale of moist snuff in 2020 from smokeless tobacco was $4.35 billion, representing 90.3% of the total smokeless tobacco sales of the company.  

Major factors that are expected to boost the growth of the cigarette rolling paper market in the forecast period are occurrences of leading cigarette paper manufacturing industries, the initiation of improving flavors and colors, visual appearance and aromatic properties, the weight of the paper, tar reduction, permeability and porosity of the paper, minimum chemical impact and improved quality of tipping. On the other hand, the dearth of awareness is further projected to impede the growth of the cigarette rolling paper market in the timeline period. In addition, the investments in safer methods, and launches of new and advanced products will further provide potential opportunities for the growth of the cigarette rolling paper market in the coming years. However, the high taxes and fewer technological impacts might further challenge the growth of the cigarette rolling paper market in the near future.

Segmental Outlook 

The global cigarette rolling paper market is segmented based on the material, application, and distribution channel. Based on the material, the market is sub-segmented into wood pulp rolling papers, hemp rolling papers, rice rolling papers, and flax rolling papers. Based on the application, the market is bifurcated into low tar and high tar. Based on the distribution channel, the market is further segmented into online and offline. Among materials, hemp rolling papers are expected to hold a considerable share of the market during the forecast period. Paper delivered from hemp fiber requires fewer synthetic substances for handling when contrasted with paper created from wood pulps.  The benefits associated with hemp rolling papers will contribute to the market growth. 

The Flax Sub-Segment is anticipated to Hold a Prominent Share of the Global Cigarette Rolling Paper Market

Among materials, the flax rolling papers sub-segment is expected to hold a significant share of the global cigarette rolling paper market during the forecast period. This is attributed to the fact that it is a highly used traditional raw material for the production of cigarette rolling paper. In addition, Flax material has a significant influence on the taste of cigarettes. Further, this material offers features such as thin rice straw and is easier to roll. Such features and the significance of flax material in cigarette rolling have mainly driven the growth of this segment.

Regional Outlooks

The global Cigarette Rolling Paper market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and Others), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Others), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East &Africa, and Latin America).  The market can be analyzed for a particular region or country level as per the requirement. Among these, the Asia-Pacific regional market is expected to cater to considerable growth in the market over the forecast period owing to the increasing use of cigarettes and chewing tobacco among the population in the region. 

Global Cigarette Rolling Paper Market Growth, by Region 2023-2030

The Europe Region is expected to Hold a Significant Share of the Global Cigarette Rolling Paper Market

The European region is expected to grow at a considerable rate in the global cigarette rolling paper market. The growth in the region is mainly attributed owing the growing demand for environmentally friendly tobacco, the rising number of commercial cigarette brands such as Portuguese Soaves, Chesterfield Blues, and Winston Reds, and the surging popularity of roll-your-own smoking are expected to bolster sales of the market in the European region during the forecast period. Furthermore, vendors are increasingly focusing on developing new products and expanding their business footprint to remain competitive in the global market. For instance, in September 2022, Hempacco Co., Inc. showcased its hemp cigarettes, CBD cigarettes, and rolling paper products at InterTabac, the trade fair for tobacco products and smokers' supplies, at Messe Westfalenhallen Dortmund in Dortmund, Germany. The company grow its product portfolio and provides a tremendous alternative to tobacco and looks forward to gaining further traction in Europe by continuing its operations in Europe.  

Market Players Outlook

The major companies serving the global cigarette rolling paper market include Delfort Group AG, Hongta Blue Eagle Paper, Nippon Paper Papylia Co., Ltd., PDL Cigarette Papers, Richer Paper (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., Snail Custom Rolling Papers, and others. The market players are considerably contributing to the market growth by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, funding, and new product launches, to stay competitive in the market. For instance, in July 2020, Republic Tobacco introduced OCB bamboo rolling papers and papers plus tips. The OCB bamboo paper is vegan, GMO-free, unbleached, and made from bamboo. No fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides are used in the growing process, and the bamboo is responsibly harvested, leaving the roots in the ground to regrow. OCB Bamboo Rolling Papers are available in 1-1/4 and Slim sizes with and without tips. 

The Report Covers

• Market value data analysis of 2022 and forecast to 2030.
• Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
• Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
• Key companies operating in the global cigarette rolling paper market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new product launches, and relevant news is also available in the report.
• Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
• Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
• Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.