The green packaging market size is projected to touch over US$ 498.12 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.2% every year, according to a 2022 study by Precedence Research, the Canada-based market Insight Company.
The base year for the study has been considered 2021, the historic year 2017 and 2020, the forecast period considered is from 2022 to 2030. The green packaging market is analyzed on the basis of value (US$ Million), volume (Unit), and price (US$/Unit).
The globe is witnessing climate change, increased pollution levels, and increasing prevalence of chronic diseases. Therefore, the demand for the eco-friendly and health-friendly products is gaining rapid traction across the globe. The stringent government regulations pertaining to single-use plastic and government ban of plastics in several countries are the major factors that drive the growth of the global green packaging market.
Moreover, the shifting consumer preference towards eco-friendly packaging and rising awareness regarding the negative effects of traditional packaging on the environment is augmenting the demand for the green packaging. The surging adoption of the green packaging across various industry verticals such as food & beverages, healthcare, and personal care is expected to drive the growth of the global green packaging market during the forecast period. The top FMCG manufacturers such as Unilever and Procter & Gamble are committing to shift completely towards sustainable packaging. These initiatives by the top companies across the globe are promoting the growth of the global green packaging market.
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Green Packaging Market Scope
Report Coverage | Details |
Market Size by 2030 | USD 498.12 Billion |
Growth Rate from 2022 to 2030 | CAGR of 6.2% |
Base Year | 2021 |
Largest Market | Europe |
Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
Forecast Period | 2022 to 2030 |
Green Packaging Market – Report Highlights
- Based on the packaging type, the recycled content packaging segment dominated the global green packaging market in 2020, accounting for a market share of over 61%. This is attributed to the high usage of various recyclable materials like glass, paper, and plastic for the production of green packaging. The easy and low cost availability of recycled content packaging has fostered the growth of this segment across the globe.
- Based on the application, the healthcare is estimated to be the most opportunistic market during the forecast period. The stringent government regulation regarding the packaging and safety of the various medical devices and drugs is expected to drive the growth of this segment.
Green Packaging Market – Regional Snapshot
Europe accounted for a market share of around 37% and dominated the global green packaging market in 2020. This is attributed to the stringent government regulation regarding the use of packaging materials. The European government strictly focuses on the sustainability and encourages the adoption of the sustainable packaging solutions. Moreover, the increased consumer awareness regarding the benefits of the green packaging significantly drives their buying decisions in Europe. Therefore, the increased awareness regarding green packaging and increased adoption of green packaging in Europe has fostered the growth of the market.
Asia Pacific is estimated to be the most opportunistic market during the forecast period. The huge demand for the packaged food and FMCG products in the region is expected to drive the growth of the green packaging market. Hindustan Unilever, a fully owned subsidiary of Unilever has committed to shift towards the sustainable packaging by 2025. The increasing initiatives at corporate level is stimulating the market growth in the region. Moreover, the surging number of manufacturing facilities of various industries such as food & beverages, healthcare, and personal care is expected to drive the market growth in the forthcoming years. The rising government initiatives to promote the adoption of green packaging is further fueling the market growth across Asia pacific.
Green Packaging Market Dynamics
Driver
Surging demand for the sustainable packaging in food industry
The green packaging involves usage of materials such as bioplastics, organic fabrics, recyclable plastics and paper, and refurbished materials, which are biodegradable in nature have less environmental impacts. The increasing demand for packaged food is a major contributor to the accumulation of plastic wastes. Therefore, the demand for the green packaging is surging in the food industry for achieving sustainability. Hence, the growing food and beverages industry is expected to drive the growth of the green packaging market during the forecast period.
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Restraint
Low profit margins
The manufacturers operating in the green packaging industry operates at a very minimal margin. The plastic use involves low cost and the recycled plastic manufacturers faces a tough competition from the traditional packaging. Thus, the low profit margins discourages the manufacturers to indulge in the green package manufacturing activities. This may hamper the market growth in the forthcoming period.
Opportunities
Rising involvement in developmental strategies
The top market players are constantly engaged in various developmental strategies like partnerships and expansion of manufacturing units, which is expected to present lucrative growth opportunities to the market players during the forecast period. For instance, in April 2021, Amcor and Nestle entered into a partnership for the development of sustainable packaging solution. Amcor is helping Nestle to shift towards sustainable packaging in Australia.
Challenges
Low awareness in the underdeveloped markets
There is a lack of awareness among the people regarding the benefits of the green packaging. Moreover, the various industries in the underdeveloped regions prefers plastic packaging owing to its low cost and high durability, which is a major constraining factor. The increased penetration of the traditional plastic packaging in the underdeveloped regions is the major challenge faced by the green packaging market players.
Some of the prominent players in the global green packaging market include:
- Amcor Limited
- E. I. DuPont de Nemours and Company
- Mondi Limited
- Sealed Air Corporation
- TetraPak International S.A.
- Ardagh Group Co.
- PlastiPak Holdings, Inc.
- Bemis Company, Inc.
- Uflex limited
- ELOPAK AS
Green Packaging Market Segments
By Packaging Type
- Recycled Content Packaging
- Glass
- Paper
- Plastic
- Metal
- Others
- Reusable Packaging
- Plastic Container
- Drums
- Others
- Degradable Packaging
By Application
- Personal Care
- Food & Beverages
- Healthcare
- Chemical
- Shipping
- Others
By Material
- Paper
- Plastic
- Metal
- Others
By Geography
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- U.K.
- Germany
- France
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Rest of Latin America
- Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- GCC
- North Africa
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa
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