Healthcare Packaging Market size is anticipated to reach USD 225 Billion by the end of 2035, growing at a CAGR of 10% during the forecast period, i.e., 2023-2035. In the year 2022, the industry size of healthcare packaging was USD 125 Billion. The growth of the market can be attributed to the expanding pharmaceutical industries, growing online sales of healthcare products and pharmaceuticals, and rising spending on medications. It was observed that approximately USD 1.5 trillion was spent globally on pharmaceuticals in 2021, and this sum is estimated to rise sharply in the years to come. Additionally, there are developing medication and pharmaceutical dependencies as well as advancements in laboratory technologies which frequently require the export and import of various healthcare chemicals and equipment across the world. Hence, all these factors are anticipated to boost the market growth during the forecast period.
In addition to this, the increasing penetration of online shopping trends, including online pharmacy shopping, is estimated to boost the need for healthcare packaging over the ensuing years. Online pharmacy orders are frequently transported from one location to another, necessitating suitable and robust packaging to guarantee that the quality of the medications or medical supplies is not compromised. It was noted that in 2021, around 3 million people in India used online pharmacy applications to order medicines. Furthermore, the growing awareness among the people regarding social distancing owing to the pandemic havoc and the rising number of people living in assisted living care facility centers who are generally more dependent on doorstep services are anticipated to propel the healthcare packaging market growth over the forecast period.
Growth Drivers
Challenges
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2022 |
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Forecast Year |
2023-2035 |
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CAGR |
~10% |
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Base Year Market Size (2022) |
~ USD 125 Billion |
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Forecast Year Market Size (2035) |
~ USD 225 Billion |
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Material Type (Glass, Polyethylene, Metal, Plastic, Paper & Paperboard)
The global healthcare packaging market is segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by material type into glass, polyethylene, metal, plastic, paper & paperboard, and others. Out of these, the polyethylene segment is predicted to attain the largest market share over the projected time period. Polyethylene is one of the modern era's toughest polymer varieties. It is inexpensive and very chemical resistant too; this indicates that it can withstand various environmental risks. These qualities make polyethylene packaging superior to other packaging materials in most circles, including healthcare packaging. Furthermore, the rising demand for polyethylene across the globe is predicted to drive segment growth during the forecast period. For instance, in 2019, the total demand for polyethylene was estimated to be around 50 million tons. In addition to this, polyethylene packaging is more compact and lightweight than alternatives, resulting in reduced weights for vehicles and airlines and hence, lower shipping costs. Thus, this factor is also anticipated to support segment expansion throughout the forecast period.
Administration Mode (Dermal, Inhalable, Oral, Injectable)
The global healthcare packaging market is also segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by administration mode into dermal, inhalable, oral, injectable, and others. Among these, the oral segment is predicted to hold a notable market share over the forecast period. Owing to benefits including ease of oral drug administration, patient preference, cost-effectiveness, and simplicity of producing oral dosage forms on a wide scale, the oral route of administration is the most popular method of drug administration. Additionally, oral medication does not reach the bloodstream directly and dissolves properly through different channels, making it more adaptive for the body, and decreasing the chances of a reaction or allergy. Hence, the inclination towards oral medication is increasing, which in turn is expected to support the segment’s expansion. Moreover, the rising sales and manufacturing of oral drugs across the world is predicted to drive the segment growth over the ensuing years. It was noted that orally administered pharmaceutical medicines make up around 85% of the top-selling medications, which are currently worth about USD 35.1 billion worldwide.
Our in-depth analysis of the global healthcare packaging market includes the following segments:
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By Product |
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By Material Type |
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By Administration Mode |
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By Application |
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North American Market Forecast
The North American healthcare packaging market is projected to hold the largest market share by the end of 2035. The growth of the market can be ascribed to the expanding pharmaceutical sector, along with the rising healthcare expenditure in the region. Besides this, the growing consumption of medical packaging films for the distribution of medicinal drugs in the region is also estimated to further fuel the growth of the healthcare packaging market in the region. Furthermore, the growing dependency of people on medicines, and consumption of prescribed medical drugs, especially by old age people with chronic diseases or disabilities is predicted to propel the market growth in the region. For instance, around 65 percent of American adults, or more than 130 million people, consume prescription medicines, also age-related diseases and chronic illnesses are associated with higher utilization.
Additionally, the rising investment by the key healthcare packaging market players in the region considering the boom in the demand for medicines and the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases in the USA and Canada are anticipated to propel the market growth in the region. For instance, recently on December 2022, one of the leading healthcare packaging company has declared to open a production facility in the USA. From three production facilities in Europe, Nelipak currently provides its market-leading assortment of healthcare flexible packaging products to clients all over the world. In order to meet the rising demand in the Americas region, Nelipak will replicate its current capabilities by opening a new flagship production site in America.
Toray Plastics (America), Inc. unveils its new product, Torayfan OPP label film portfolio and Toray Label Film (TLF) at the Labelexpo Americas 2022. These label films consist of new label material such as TLFC clear film in 48, TLFM matte film in a 59 gauge, moisture resistance, and an excellent ink adhesive, suitable for various packaging.
Amcor Limited to release sustainable packaging solutions for pharmaceuticals. The company is focused on expanding its pharma packaging portfolio by launching more sustainable High Shield laminates.
Author Credits: Sadaf Naaz, Mohd Shadab
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