Vending
Reverse vending machine market projected to reach $451.9M by 2032
November 4, 2025
The global reverse vending machine market is expected to grow from $286.6 million in 2025 to $451.9 million by 2032, expanding at a compound annual growth rate of 7.9%, according to a study by HTF Market Intelligence Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
Reverse vending machines accept used beverage containers and other recyclable materials, rewarding users with cash, coupons or other incentives. The report cites increased demand for sustainable waste management solutions, government recycling initiatives and growing environmental awareness as key drivers of market growth, according to a press release on the findings.
Major companies in the sector include Tomra Systems ASA, Incom Recycle, TRautwein SB Technik, Diebold Nixdorf, RVM Systems AS, Envipco Holdings N.V. and Kansmacker.
HTF Market Intelligence identified collaboration among leading players and rising adoption in the Asia-Pacific region as emerging trends. Opportunities for growth include the expansion of refillable and multifunction machine models and advancements in vending and sorting technology.
