Blister Packaging Market Size
Global Blister Packaging Market size was valued at USD 24.4 billion in 2020 and will grow at a CAGR of around 6.2% from 2021 to 2027. The blister packaging industry will showcase growth owing to the rising demand for medical tablets along with development of innovative packaging solutions. The rapid industrialization in emerging economies and the growing demand for packaged fruits and meat products are expected to drive market growth.
Blister packaging solutions are molded pieces of plastics mainly sealed to a sheet of paper or aluminum and are used to pack products such as tablets or high-volume of low-price consumer electronic products. Mainly, three types of materials are used in this type of packaging, plastic substrates as a forming film and paper & paperboard or aluminum as lidding materials. This type of packaging offers a wide range of advantages over other packaging solutions including economic, easy handling, protection for each small packaged material, and others.
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The blister packs are used in the healthcare industry for packaging medical devices and drugs. Further, blister solutions are widely used in food and consumer goods packaging. Additionally, the production of blister requires limited resources, and the solutions occupy less shelf space, are easy to handle, excellent protection against environmental factor, and offer a good hang hook display characteristic. Requirement of limited resources and easy availability of raw materials along with high production rate enabled packaging manufacturers to offer cost-effective solutions for a wide range of customers, thereby driving the blister packaging market share.
Hey there! As more and more people get older, especially in places like the U.S. and Europe, they're going to need more healthcare. The government folks who keep track of this stuff (the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services) say that by 2027, we'll be spending almost 20% of our money on healthcare, which is a lot more than the 15% we spent in 2016. This means that a whole bunch of older people are going to need medical help, and they're going to need a lot of pills. One way to package these pills is in blister packs, which are those plastic sheets with the pills pushed through. They're really popular because they're easy to use and keep track of. So, as more and more people get older and need medicine, we're going to need more and more blister packs. That's why the demand for blister packaging is going to keep growing in the years to come.
Blister Packaging Market Report Attributes
| Report Attribute |
Details |
| Base Year |
2020 |
| Blister Packaging Market Size in 2020 |
24.45 Billion (USD) |
| Forecast Period |
2021 to 2027 |
| Forecast Period 2021 to 2027 CAGR |
6.2% |
| 2027 Value Projection |
36.73 Billion (USD) |
| Historical Data for |
2017 to 2020 |
| No. of Pages |
195 |
| Tables, Charts & Figures |
299 |
| Segments covered |
Technology, Type, Material, Application, Region |
| Growth Drivers |
- Increasing demand for blister packs from pharmaceutical sector
- Proliferating consumer goods & food industry
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| Pitfalls & Challenges |
- Price fluctuation and waste generation
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Several pharmaceutical products require excellent moisture protection, as these products are highly sensitive to moisture and extreme tropical conditions in Asia Pacific economies demanding advanced blister pack. The continuous R&D investment along with collaboration with pharmaceutical manufacturers is enabling industry players to enhance their packaging properties and developed high-protection packaging solutions. For instance, in June 2019, Amcor plc developed new Formpack Dessiflex Ultra blister packs for packaging of antibiotics manufactured by GSK. New packaging enabled GSK to offer easy to carry and excellent moisture protection against tropical weather conditions in the Asia Pacific region.
In recent COVID-19 pandemic, the blister packaging market growth is expected to witness a large demand for packaging solutions for pharmaceutical products. The exponential rise in demand for multivitamin tablets along with the rising demand for other medical products, such as syringes, medical blisters trays, etc., will drive the demand for blister packaging. Further, the establishment of new COVID-19 hospitals across the globe and exponential rise of new COVID-19 cases in some European and Asian economies.
Blister Packaging Market Analysis
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In the world of packaging, thermoforming takes the spotlight! In 2020, it covered an impressive 85% of the blister packaging market, leaving its competitors in the dust. It's no surprise that thermoforming is a favorite with businesses. It cranks out products like a champ, is a breeze to use, and won't break the bank. In fact, nearly all plastics used for packaging get the thermoforming treatment. Thermoformed products are everywhere! From your everyday items to heavy-duty industrial goods and even the food you eat, they're all over the place. And guess what? Companies are constantly innovating in this field. Aptar, for instance, came up with the Activ-Blister Packaging. This cool invention helps drugmakers keep their moisture-sensitive drugs safe and sound for longer periods of time. As a result, thermoforming products like these are expected to stay in high demand, leaving their cold-forming counterparts behind.
Clamshell packaging, those transparent plastic cases that protect your favorite products, is on the rise, with sales expected to reach a whopping $7.40 billion by 2027. These packages are typically made from thermoformed plastic and are used to keep everything from food to toys safe and sound. And they're not just protective—they also look good, making your products stand out on store shelves. Plus, they can be customized to fit the shape of any product. As if that's not enough, clamshell packaging also uses clever fitting methods like friction fitting and self-locking, ensuring your products stay securely in place. But there are some drawbacks. Clamshells can be more expensive to produce than other types of packaging. And if you're not careful, you might get a paper cut when you're trying to open them!
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Hey, here's the scoop on aluminum foilIt's a big deal in the med world, used to keep all sorts of meds safe and sound. That's because it's a pro at keeping moisture away and can be recycled over and over again. And get thisthey're always coming up with new and improved ways to use aluminum foil. Like in 2020, when Uflex got a patent for their super-cool Alu-Alu blister packs. They're a hit because they're easy to tear open, keep kids from getting into trouble, and have a bunch of other perks. So, the demand for aluminum foil is expected to keep climbing over the next few years. It's a versatile, eco-friendly material that's making a big difference in the pharmaceutical industry.
Consumer goods application is expected to showcase a growth rate of around 7% CAGR from 2021 to 2027 owing to the rising demand for blister packaging in electronics, toys, and other industries. The consumer goods segment uses blister packaging owing to affordable mass production of packaging along with improved aesthetic properties of these packaging solutions. The proliferating electronics industry in South Korea, Japan, and China along with the growing demand for thermoformed clamshell products in electronic parts packaging will drive the segment growth over the forecast timeframe.
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It's no surprise that Asia Pacific is the kingpin in the blister packaging industry, with a whopping 45% of the global market share in 2020. And guess what's behind this dominance? It all boils down to the region's incredible economic growth, not to mention the booming pharmaceutical industry. With a massive population and a swarm of drug manufacturers, Asia Pacific has become a hotbed for blister packaging. But that's not all. The region is also a hub for electronics and other consumer goods, with around 60% of the world's population calling it home. That's a lot of potential customers for blister packaging! To top it all off, disposable incomes are skyrocketing in countries like India, South Korea, and China, leading to increased healthcare spending. And let's face it, blister packaging plays a crucial role in keeping medications safe and secure.
Blister Packaging Market Share
Key participants in the blister packaging industry include
- Amcor plc
- Uhlmann
- Sonoco Products Company
- Constantia Flexibles
- WestRock Company
- Klöckner Pentaplast
- Honeywell International Inc
Industry payers are engaged in mergers & acquisitions, facility expansion, product launches, and R&D investments to enhance their market shares. For instance, in February 2020, Sonoco Products Company launched a new all-paper retail blister package, which is a good ecofriendly alternative to thermoformed plastic blister packaging. Further, in January 2019, Constantia Flexibles flexible launched blister packaging solution for dietary supplements, personal care, and oral dosage pharmaceutical pills application.
Global blister packaging market report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of volume in Kilo Tons & revenue in USD million from 2017 to 2027 for the following segments
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By Technology
- Thermoforming
- Cold forming
By Type
By Material
- Aluminum Foil
- Paper & Paperboard
- Plastic substrate
By Application
- Pharmaceutical
- Food
- Consumer Goods
- Industrial Goods
By Region
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North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Russia
- Asia pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- South Korea
- Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- South Africa
