Flexible Packaging Market by Packaging Type (Pouches, bags, roll stock, films & wraps), Printing Technology (Flexography, Rotogravure, Digital Printing), Application, Material (Paper, Plastic, Metal), and Region - Global Forecast to 2029
The market for flexible packaging is approximated to be USD 291.56 billion in 2024, and it is projected to reach USD 368.82 billion by 2029 at a CAGR of 4.8%. The five types of packaging include pouches, bags, roll stocks, films and wraps, and others. Pouches are the most leading type in flexible packaging, representing the largest market share. Key advantages of pouches are low weight, reusability, vacuum sealing, and a low package-to-product ratio. In the food and beverage industry, the demand for pouches is at the highest because it finds applications to pack items like tea, coffee, milk, ketchup, and many others.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2020-2023
Base Year
2023
Forecast Period
2024-2029
Units Considered
Value (USD Million), Volume (Kiloton)
Segments
Material, Packaging Type, Application, Printing Technology, and Region
Regions covered
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South America
By Packaging Type, Pouches accounted for the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Flexible pouch-based packaging is widely used in the food and beverage sector for packaging milk, tea, coffee, ketchup, etc. Pouches are also a favorite for bulk coffee or for foods such as dried/smoked meats. They are easy to use, can be heat sealed, and they are available in handy sizes and formats. The reasons for their popularity in the food and beverage sector are excellent properties, such as low weight, reusability, vacuum sealing, and a low package-to-product ratio.
By Material, Plastic accounted for the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Flexible packaging products are produced from raw materials such as paper, plastic, and metal. Plastic flexible packaged items like pouches and films are used to pack all kinds of products, from soaps, detergents, snacks, namkeen, ketchup, chocolates, candies to other food items. Flexible plastic packaging grows much faster than rigid plastic packaging, which not only serves multiple purposes, extending shelf life, ensuring food safety, and providing sufficient barrier protection against heat, pathogens, and other external factors.
By End Use Industry, Personal care and cosmetics accounted for the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Flexible packaging offers solutions to the beauty industry that are appealing for educated, eco-conscious consumers. Also, its airtight design provides a sturdy protective barrier that helps in maintaining the freshness of powders, gels and oils sold by personal care and cosmetics companies. Flexible packaging products are used in a various of items, such as soaps, cosmetics and perfumes, in addition to facial tissues and napkins.
By Printing Technology, Flexography accounted for the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Flexography is commonly use in flexible packaging printing. The process in flexography includes image preparation, plate making, printing, and finishing. What sets flexography apart from all other printing processes is the use of plates that are made from flexible materials including plastic, rubber, and UV-sensitive polymer. Flexography inks are low in viscosity which dries fast, hence the whole process is hastened, speeding up the production process and saving costs in production.
APAC is projected to account for the highest CAGR in the flexible packaging market during the forecast period
The Asia Pacific region, including India, China, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and the rest of Asia Pacific, is the fastest growing region in the flexible packaging market. In India, China, and Japan, this market has been expected to grow drastically because of the increased development activities and fast economic expansion happening in these countries. Additionally, the upward trend for rising urbanization in these countries leads to a large customer base for food, beverages, and FMCG products, which contributes to market growth during the forecast period.
By Company Type: Tier 1: 40%, Tier 2: 25%, Tier 3: 35%
By Designation: C Level: 35%, Director Level: 30%, Others: 35%
By Region: North America: 25%, Europe: 20%, Asia Pacific: 45%, Middle East & Africa: 5%, and South America: 5%.
Companies Covered:
Companies Covered: Amcor Plc (Australia), Berry Global Group Inc. (US), Sonoco Products Company (US), MONDI (UK), Sealed Air (US), Huhtamaki Oyj (Finland), Constantia Flexibles (Austria), Transcontinental Inc. (Canada) are some key players in Flexible Packaging Market.
Research Coverage
The market study covers the flexible packaging market across various segments. It aims to estimate the market size and the growth potential of this market across different segments based on type, application, end-use industry, and region. The study also includes an in-depth competitive analysis of key players in the market, their company profiles, key observations related to their products and business offerings, recent developments undertaken by them, and key growth strategies adopted by them to improve their position in the flexible packaging market.
Key Benefits of Buying the Report
The report is expected to help the market leaders/new entrants in this market share the closest approximations of the revenue numbers of the overall flexible packaging market and its segments and sub-segments. This report is projected to help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape of the market, gain insights to improve the position of their businesses and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also aims to help stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on the key market drivers, challenges, and opportunities.
The report provides insights on the following pointers:
Analysis of key drivers (growing demand from E-commerce growth), restraints (Non-availability of efficient recycling infrastructure), opportunities (Growing demand for sustainable packaging), and challenges (Rapid changes in technologies) influencing the growth of the flexible packaging market.
Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product & service launches in the flexible packaging market
Market Development: Comprehensive information about profitable markets - the report analyses the flexible packaging market across varied regions
Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products & services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the flexible packaging market
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players like as Amcor Plc (Australia), Berry Global Group Inc. (US), Smurfit WestRock (Ireland), Sonoco Products Company (US), MONDI (UK), Sealed Air (US), Huhtamaki Oyj (Finland), Constantia Flexibles (Austria), Transcontinental Inc. (Canada) and among others in the flexible packaging market. The report also helps stakeholders understand the pulse of the flexible packaging market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.3 STUDY SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
1.3.2 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.5 UNIT CONSIDERED
1.6 STAKEHOLDERS
1.7 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.1.1 List of key secondary sources
2.1.1.2 Key data from secondary sources
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Key data from primary sources
2.1.2.2 Key industry insights
2.1.2.3 Breakdown of interviews with experts
2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.2.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
2.2.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
2.3 DATA TRIANGULATION
2.4 FACTOR ANALYSIS
2.5 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.6 RESEARCH LIMITATIONS
2.7 RISK ASSESSMENT
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET
4.2 FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET, BY MATERIAL
4.3 FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET, BY PACKAGING TYPE
4.4 FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET, BY PRINTING TECHNOLOGY
4.5 FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET, BY APPLICATION
4.6 ASIA PACIFIC FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET, BY REGION AND APPLICATION
4.7 FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET, BY KEY COUNTRY
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Growth of E-commerce platform
5.2.1.2 Cost-effectiveness and enhanced product shelf life
5.2.1.3 Rising demand for disposable packaging from end-use industries
5.2.1.4 Growing concerns toward sustainability
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 Non-availability of efficient recycling infrastructure
5.2.2.2 Surge in raw material price
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Growing demand for sustainable packaging
5.2.3.2 Preference for flexible packaging over traditional packaging
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Rapid technological advancements hampering sale of traditional packaging
5.2.4.2 Supply chain disruptions
5.3 TRENDS & DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
5.4 PRICING ANALYSIS
5.4.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF KEY PLAYERS, BY MATERIAL
5.4.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND, BY REGION
5.5 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
5.6 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
5.7 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
5.7.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
5.7.1.1 Various printing methods for flexible products
5.7.1.2 Form Fill Seal machine for flexible packaging
5.7.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
5.7.2.1 Stretchable paper for novel paper applications
5.7.2.2 Edible and biodegradable packaging
5.7.3 ADJACENT TECHNOLOGIES
5.7.3.1 Packaging automation
5.8 IMPACT OF GEN AI/AI ON FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET
5.9 PATENT ANALYSIS
5.9.1 INTRODUCTION
5.9.2 METHODOLOGY
5.9.3 FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET, PATENT ANALYSIS
5.10 TRADE ANALYSIS
5.10.1 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 3920)
5.10.2 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 3920)
5.10.3 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 48)
5.10.4 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 48)
5.11 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS IN 2024-2025
5.12 TARIFF AND REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
5.12.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
5.12.2 REGULATIONS IN FLEXIBLE PACKAGING MARKET
5.12.2.1 The Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA) (US)
5.12.2.2 Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive (94/62/EC) (EU)
5.12.2.3 Essential Requirements for Packaging (EN 13427, EN 13428)
5.12.2.4 New EU Packaging Regulation (PPWR)
5.12.3 AVERAGE TARIFF RATES
5.13 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
5.13.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
5.13.2 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
5.13.3 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
5.13.4 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
5.13.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
5.14 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
5.14.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
5.14.2 BUYING CRITERIA
5.15 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
5.15.1 PAPERPAK PARTNERS WITH KATHMANDU FOR BIODEGRADABLE AND COMPOSTABLE SOLUTIONS
5.15.2 PAPERPAK'S REFINED BAG FOR HARPER, INC. TO MEET SUSTAINABILITY DEMAND