Flexible Plastic Packaging Coating Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 4582
  • Published Date: May 08, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Flexible Plastic Packaging Coating Segmentation

End-user (Food & Beverage, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Automotive)

The global flexible plastic packaging coating market is segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by end-user into food & beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and others, out of which, the pharmaceuticals segment is projected to witness noteworthy growth over the forecast period. The growth of the segment accounts for the higher demand for flexible plastic packaging in the pharmaceutical industry for protecting medicines from external environmental factors. For instance, revenue generation of the global pharma sector in 2021 was estimated to be nearly USD 1.5 trillion. The growth of diseases has raised the demand for medicines which is anticipated to drive the market for flexible plastic packaging coating owing to its chemical resistance properties and its ability to enhance the appearance of the product.

Substrate (Metal, Liquid Cartons, Rigid Plastic, Paper-Based Container, Flexible Packaging)

The global flexible plastic packaging coating market is also segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by substrate into metal, liquid cartons, rigid plastic, paper-based container, flexible packaging, and others. Out of these, the flexible packaging segment is attributed to holding the largest share by 2037 owing to its increasing usage of flexible plastics in various applications which is the perfect alternative for metal, glass, paper, and other traditional materials. Furthermore, the use of flexible packaging in caps and closures, aerosols and tubes, and other items to secure the product during transportation while retaining its original form. Flexible packaging is also capable of offering a protective layer against moisture, light, bacteria, mold, and harsh aspects, making it an ideal choice for boosting the packaging look of products in a variety of industries such as food and beverage, pharmacy, skincare and beauty, and others.

Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:

              By Type

  • Urethane
  • Soft Touch
  • UV-Curable
  • BPA Free
  • Others

            By Substrate

  • Metal
  • Liquid Cartons
  • Rigid Plastic
  • Paper-Based Container
  • Flexible Packaging
  • Others

             By Application

  • Caps & Closures
  • Aerosols & Tubes
  • Industrial & Promotional Packaging
  • Others

 

             By End-User

  • Food & Beverage
  • Cosmetics
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Automotive
  • Other

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Flexible Plastic Packaging Coating Market in 2025 is assessed at USD 2.32 billion.

The global market size was worth more than USD 2.23 billion in 2024 and is poised to witness a CAGR of over 5.3%, crossing USD 4.36 billion revenue by 2037.

Asia Pacific is anticipated to garner largest share by 2037, driven by growing utilization of cosmetic products and the higher demand for ready-to-eat food in the region.

The major players in the market include American Packaging Corporation, PPG Industries, Inc., Glenroy, Inc., Akzo Nobel N.V., Sierra Coating Technologies LLC, Koninklijke DSM N.V., Paramelt B.V., DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Amcor Limited, Mondi plc.
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