Global Blister Packaging Market

GMI Research analysis indicates that the Blister Packaging Market size was estimated at USD 30.1 billion in 2023 and is slated to register a single digit CAGR of 6.8% over the forecast period, and is projected to reach USD 50.9 billion in 2031.

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Major Blister Packaging Market Drivers

The primary drivers for global blister packaging market growth are a rise in healthcare expenses, increase in demand for catering and online food delivery services, and growing demand for personal care products. The growing healthcare expense, coupled with the increasing requirement for different variations of pharmaceutical drugs around the globe has led pharmaceutical market players to adopt outsourcing. Contract development manufacturing is a selected choice for manufacturing drugs on a high scale. Contract development and manufacturing organizations offer a variety of services involving active pharmaceutical ingredients (API), packaging, and new drug product development. For instance, Skyepharma Production SAS is a contract development and manufacturing company based in Europe. This provides drug development and packaging services to the pharmaceutical, consumer health, and biotech industries across Europe. Their packaging expertise contains packaging tablets and capsules in different blister shapes. Also, Recipharm AB is a pharmaceutical organization that offers different services related to active pharmaceutical items and blister packaging. Globally, existing pharmaceutical companies are increasing their outsourcing services to ease production and packaging costs, along with the complexity associated with drug production. This outsourcing trend is projected to raise the pharmaceutical drug production capacity that uses blister packaging. These factors are estimated to influence the blister packaging market size growth globally in the forecast period. 

Moreover, the pharmaceutical industry demand for practical and tamper-proof packaging has increased, leading to an increased need for blister packaging. The rising need for unit dose packaging monitored dosage systems, and the growth in over-the-counter medicine sales leads to market growth. The innovations in technology in the food and pharmaceutical sectors have enabled manufacturers to integrate radio-frequency identification tags into blister packages, modernizing supply-chain management. Manufacturing processes are also evolving with the implementation of child-resistant packaging featuring push-through, anti-lock, pressure-sensitive, and peel-able. The occurrence of illness, stringent regulatory requirements, population aging, and expanding requirements for generic drugs are additional drivers for an increase in blister packaging market size. Blister packaging is recognized for its unit-dose packaging and is rapidly becoming the preferred packaging choice for pharmaceutical products which are replacing conventional bottles among consumers. Moreover, blister packaging is extensively used in the packaging of drugs and medical devices coupled with end-use goods, food industries, and industrial goods. Blister packing requires fewer material in packing, occupying minimal space on retail shelves, and delivering an effective hang-hook display. Thereby, blister packs are more cost-effective compared to other packaging types including hard bottles. 

Blister packaging is primarily used to prevent lightweight items and durable the shelf life of products. In addition, it is not an optimal solution for packaging heavy-weight products, as the substantial weight can exert additional pressure on the paperboard backing or plastic film used for packing. This can lead to package breakage during storage, handling, and transportation of the product, incurring additional costs, and product damages. Blister packaging is also not recommended for expensive and fragile products, as it may damage the product, resulting in financial loss for the owner. 

Blister packaging market is predicted to witness growth in emerging economies such as Russia, India, China, Brazil, Indonesia, Turkey, South Africa, Colombia, and others in the forecast period. This growth is attributed to favorable demographics, evolving consumer lifestyles, growing household income, and rising preferences for on-the-go products. These factors are predicted to be driven by lifestyle changes which further will influence the demand for packaging and products that offer convenience. Furthermore, the rising research and development activities by both small and large-scale pharmaceutical industries announced new pharmaceutical products into the market, including oral-form drugs, introduce high demand for pharmaceutical packaging, including blister packs. 

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Thermoforming segment registered the largest market size by technology in the global blister packaging market

The segmentation of the blister packaging market based on technology includes cold forming and thermoforming. The thermoformed blister packaging market dominated the market size because producers of blister packaging are immersed by thermoforming technology due to its production speed and lower manufacturing costs linked to cold-forming technology. Thermoforming technology finds different use in different industries owing to its user-friendly nature and cost-effective manufacturing expenses. Thermoformed products are used in industrial, food packaging, and consumer applications, and they are crafted from nearly all polymers used in the production of forming films. 

Carded accounted for the largest market size by type in the global blister packaging market 

In terms of type, the market is segmented into carded type and clamshell type. The carded type blister packaging held the largest market share because this type involves placing the product inside the blister, sealed to a card using adhesives or heat. This method delivers convenience, protection, lower cost, and visibility which is predicted to lead the demand for this segment. For instance, AAA or AA batteries are commonly sold in blister packaging, featuring a clear plastic blister backing. This type of packaging serves to safeguard the batteries from damage and moisture, while simultaneously allowing customers to view product information and the batteries themselves easily. 

Whereas, the growth of the clamshell packaging market is attributed to the benefits it offers, including enhanced protection, adaptability, and an alluring packaging design. Clamshell packaging is customizable, allowing it to be manufactured in different sizes, and shapes based on demands. In addition, blister packaging solutions offer unique design possibilities, enabling the incorporation of logos and graphics to help customers distinguish the products from competitors. 

Plastic films exhibited the largest market share by material in the global blister packaging market 

By material, the global blister packaging market is segmented into paper & paperboard, aluminum, and plastic film. Plastic films are predicted to be the largest and fastest-rising segment in the forecast period. Different characteristics including prevention, attractive packaging, excellent visibility, and prevention of the product will influence the growth of this segment in the forecast period. 

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Asia Pacific region is predicted to be the fastest-growing region in the global blister packaging market 

The Asia Pacific blister packaging market growth is attributed to an increase in demand from the personal care, healthcare industries, and electronics for products such as testers, liquid cosmetics, generic drugs, and mobile charging cords. The increasing aim on health management and the emergence of new diseases in the Asia Pacific region has increased the need for pharmaceutical companies to produce a greater volume of medicines for patients. In addition, the existence of key players in blister packaging, including Amcor pls, UFlex Limited, Constantia, and others led to market growth across the region. 

China held one of the largest market shares in the APAC region which is attributed to having one of the largest consumer goods, and pharmaceutical industries across the nation. The increasing population and growing disposable income among consumers have influenced demand for both the consumer goods and pharmaceutical industries. Different government initiatives further drive the market focused at propelling the expansion of the healthcare industry, such as the Made in China 2025 plan. This initiative looks to transform the country’s manufacturing sector to develop high-end production facilities. Part of this plan involves an aim of developing the healthcare and medical device industries, both of which are significant end-users of blister packaging. 

Top Market Players

Various notable players operating in the market include Amcor plc, Constantia Flexibles GmbH, Sonoco Products Company, Winpak Ltd., West Rock Company, Honeywell International, Inc, Uflex Ltd, Tekni-Plex, Inc, ACG Pharmapack Pvt. Ltd., Klockner Pentaplast Group, SteriPack Group among others.

Key Developments

• • In 2023, Huhtamaki launched an innovative range of blister packaging specifically for pharmaceutical products to offer enhanced tamper-evident prevention and durable shelf life.
  • In 2023, Constantia Flexibles announced the development of a new blister packaging type for products that are heat-sensitive to prevent the goods from heat brokerage.
  • In 2023, Sonoco expanded its blister packaging facilities across North America to address the rising demand for this type of packaging around the region.
  • In 2021, Sonoco Products Company joined hands with Integrated Systems, Inc. to develop its effectiveness in manufacturing operations globally and automation activities.
  • In 2020, Sonoco Products Company announced an acquisition of Can Packaging in France to strengthen its market position and be competitive.

Segments covered in the Report:

The Global Blister Packaging market has been segmented on the basis of Type, Technology, End-Use Sector and Material. Based on the Technology, the market is segmented into Thermoforming, Cold Forming. Based on the Type, the market is segmented into Carded, Clamshell. Based on the Material, the market is segmented into Paper & Paperboard, Plastics Films, Aluminium. Based on the End-Use Sector, the market is segmented into Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Industrial Goods, Food.

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Report Coverage	Details
Market Revenues (2023)	USD 30.1 billion
Market Base Year	2023
Market Forecast Period	2024-2031
Base Year & Forecast Units	Revenues (USD Million)
Market Segment	By Technology, By Type, By Material, By End-Use Sector, By Region
Regional Coverage	Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, and RoW
Companies Profiled	Amcor plc, Constantia Flexibles GmbH, Sonoco Products Company, Winpak Ltd., West Rock Company, Honeywell International, Inc, Uflex Ltd, Tekni-Plex, Inc, ACG Pharmapack Pvt. Ltd., Klockner Pentaplast Group, SteriPack Group among others; a total of 11 companies covered.
25% Free Customization Available	We will customize this report up to 25% as a free customization to address our client’s specific requirements

Market Segmentation

Global Blister Packaging Market by Technology

• • Thermoforming
  • Cold Forming

Global Blister Packaging Market by Type

• • Carded
  • Clamshell

Global Blister Packaging Market by Material

• • Paper & Paperboard
  • Plastics Films
  • Aluminium

Global Blister Packaging Market by End-Use Sector

• • Healthcare
  • Consumer Goods
  • Industrial Goods
  • Food

Global Blister Packaging Market by Region

• • North America Blister Packaging Market (Option 1: As a part of the free 25% customization)

    • By Technology
    • By Type
    • By Material
    • By End-Use Sector
    • US Market All-Up
    • Canada Market All-Up

  • Europe Blister Packaging Market (Option 2: As a part of the free 25% customization)

    • By Technology
    • By Type
    • By Material
    • By End-Use Sector
    • UK Market All-Up
    • Germany Market All-Up
    • France Market All-Up
    • Spain Market All-Up
    • Rest of Europe Market All-Up

  • Asia-Pacific Blister Packaging Market (Option 3: As a part of the free 25% customization)

    • By Technology
    • By Type
    • By Material
    • By End-Use Sector
    • China Market All-Up
    • India Market All-Up
    • Japan Market All-Up
    • Rest of APAC Market All-Up

  • RoW Blister Packaging Market (Option 4: As a part of the free 25% customization)

    • By Technology
    • By Type
    • By Material
    • By End-Use Sector
    • Brazil Market All-Up
    • South Africa Market All-Up
    • Saudi Arabia Market All-Up
    • UAE Market All-Up
    • Rest of world (remaining countries of the LAMEA region) Market All-Up

Global Blister Packaging Leading Market Players (Option 5: As a part of the free 25% Customization – Profiles of 5 Additional Companies of your Choice)

• • Amcor plc
  • Constantia Flexibles GmbH
  • Sonoco Products Company
  • Winpak Ltd.
  • West Rock Company
  • Honeywell International, Inc
  • Uflex Ltd
  • Tekni-Plex, Inc
  • ACG Pharmapack Pvt. Ltd.
  • Klockner Pentaplast Group
  • SteriPack Group