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Pharmaceutical Packaging Market

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Material (Plastics & Polymers, Paper & Paperboard, Glass, Aluminum Foil), By Product (Primary, Secondary And Tertiary), By End-Use (Pharma Manufacturing, Contract Packaging, Retail Pharmacy And Institutional Pharmacy), By Drug Delivery, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025-2034

Report ID : 1747 | Published : 2025-04-10 | Pages: 180 | Format:

Global Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Size is valued at  USD 134.3 Billion in 2024 and is predicted to reach  USD 356.7 Billion by the year 2034 at a 10.4% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034.

Key Industry Insights & Findings from the Report:  

  • The pharmaceutical packaging industry is expected to have strong sales due to increased production and consumption worldwide.
  • Drugs are increasingly being protected from spoiling, breakage, and leakage, which is projected to fuel the rapid expansion of the pharmaceutical packaging industry.
  • North America dominated the market and accounted for a revenue share of global revenue in 2024.
  • Issues with cost and the necessity for smooth integration into current processes can make implementing innovative packaging solutions like smart packaging and digital technology difficult.

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Increased frequency of persistent and infectious illnesses, increased expenditure in pharmaceutical R&D, improved earnings, and expanded health service have all enhanced pharmaceutical manufacturing. Additionally, patent expirations and the growing manufacture of generic medicines lead to increased production, boosting pharmaceutical output and rising packaging needs. 

The pharmaceutical industry demands dependable, quick-packed solutions addressing adequate protection, counterfeit evidence, quality, patient comfort, and security concerns. Consistent and ongoing innovation in the pharmaceutical industry, such as Plasma Impulse Chemical Vapor Deposition (PICVD) coating technology, unit dose vials, Blow Fill Seal (BFS) vials, two-in-one prefilled vial design, and baby packs, is expected to see an increase in demand. The market is predicted to rise due to a strong pharma production base and capital efficiency in technology advancements for sustainable packaging.

The burgeoning pharmaceutical sector in the region's developing nations is expected to increase demand for pharmaceutical packaging due to rising health awareness, regulatory norms, and a growing emphasis on population health management. Furthermore, the ever-increasing demand for hospital pharmaceuticals and medicines is projected to boost the market growth. Certain medicines utilize animal, microbe, plant, or cell cultures. They are frequently vulnerable to contamination and heat sensitivity, which is expected to fuel requests for packing solutions, resulting in a rise in the pharmaceutical packaging market growth. 

Recent Developments:

  • In February 2023 -Schott launched its first plant in the United States to increase its diagnostics and life sciences product and manufacturing capabilities. A multimillion-dollar investment will be made in constructing a new Phoenix, Arizona, facility dedicated to producing custom DNA.
  • In May 2022-CCL Industries Inc. intends to expand its Innova business unit near Leipzig, Germany. A new 8 m wide multi-layer co-extrusion line will make highly engineered thin gauge label films to fulfill the rising, sustainability-driven demand for materials with lower resin contents. 

Competitive Landscape:

Some of the Pharmaceutical Packaging market players are:

  • Alpla Werke Alwin Lehner Gmbh & Co Kg
  • Amcor Plc
  • AptarGroup, Inc.
  • Aptargroup, Inc.
  • Ardagh Group S.A.
  • Becton, Dickinson, and Company
  • Berry Global Inc.
  • Bilcare Limited
  • Catalent, Inc.
  • CCL Industries, Inc.
  • Comar
  • Drug Plastics Group
  • Frank Noe Egypt Ltd.
  • Gaplast Gmbh
  • Gerresheimer Ag
  • Hergesheimer A
  • International Paper
  • Lonza Group Ltd.
  • Mondi Group
  • Nipro Corporation
  • Nolato Ab
  • Origin Pharma Packaging
  • Owens Illinois, Inc.
  • Schott AG
  • Sealed Air
  • SGD Pharma
  • Silgan Holdings Inc.
  • Vetter Pharma International Gmbh
  • West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.
  • WestRock Company 

Market Segmentation:

The pharmaceutical packaging market is segmented on material, product and end user. Material segment includes plastics & polymers, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polypropylene (PP), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyethylene (PE), paper & paperboard, glass, aluminum foil and others. Based on product, the market is segmented as primary, secondary and tertiary. By product, the market is segmented into. By product, the market is segmented into. Based on Drug Delivery, the pharmaceutical packaging market is segmented as oral, pulmonary, transdermal, injectable, topical, nasal, ocular/ophthalmic, intravenous, and other drug delivery modes. Based on end users, the pharmaceutical packaging market is segmented as pharma manufacturing, contract packaging, retail pharmacy and institutional pharmacy.

Based On Material, The Plastic & Polymers Segment Is Accounted As A Major Contributor To The Pharmaceutical Packaging Market

The plastic & polymers category will hold a major share of the global pharmaceutical packaging market in 2024. Blister packs, strip7 packs, sachets, pre-fillable syringes and inhalers, parenteral solution bags, and bottles are all packaged with plastics. Pharmaceutical packaging materials must be chemically inert, have low water vapor permeability, and easily handle.

Furthermore, because the packing materials come into close touch with drugs and biological agents, they must adhere to stringent regulatory requirements. Polymers and polymers meet these specifications and are commonly employed in pharmaceutical packaging. Plastics are in high demand in the pharmaceutical sector because they provide a cost-effective and dependable method of packaging pharmaceutical items. Thermoplastics and thermosets are two polymers commonly used in pharmaceutical product packaging to safeguard sealed medicinal items.

The Primary Packaging Segment Witnessed Growth At A Rapid Rate

The primary packaging segment is projected to rise in the global pharmaceutical packaging market. Product benefits such as product testing, taint prevention, transit safety, and better results will drive product demand in the next years. Medication tubes, caps and closures, soda containers, blister packs, parenteral containers, pouches, pre-fillable inhalers, and others comprise the principal packaging product group. Plastic bottles are the most utilized product for packaging various sorts of drugs, and as such, they have emerged as the dominant packaging product leader.

Based On Drug Delivery, The Injectables Segment Is Accounted As A Significant Contributor To The Pharmaceutical Packaging Market

The Injectables are expected to hold a significant share of the global pharmaceutical packaging market. Injectable drug delivery systems are recognized as very successful and efficient drug administration techniques because they swiftly and efficiently deliver medications to the intended location. Most drugs are administered orally or by injection, even though injectables can be self-injecting devices, prefilled syringes, auto-injectors, safety syringes, patch injectors, pen injectors, and more. Because of technical advancements, a vast array of better and more sophisticated technologies has been created. Plastic is the raw material in the pharmaceutical packaging market that is expected to increase at the fastest rate during the forecast period. Plastics are permeable to moisture, oxygen, and carbon dioxide unless the container is colored. Additionally, they allow light rays to go through.

The North American Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Holds A Significant Regional Revenue Share

The North American pharmaceutical packaging market is expected to register the highest market share in revenue shortly. Leading pharmaceutical companies with considerable presence in the region include Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Because of its extensive healthcare system, elevated expenditure on drug discovery, and high per capita income, the United States has the world's largest pharmaceutical market.

In addition, Asia Pacific is projected to expand at a quick rate in the global pharmaceutical packaging market; Japan, India, China, and South Korea are some of the essential needs due to fast-growing populations and sustained economic growth in the area, which are expected to drive packaging demand in the following years. Furthermore, favorable government laws on drug safety are projected to enhance the region's growth. 

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Report Scope:

Report Attribute

Specifications

Market size value in 2024

USD 134.3 Bn 

Revenue forecast in 2034

USD 356.7 Bn

Growth rate CAGR

CAGR of 10.4% from 2025 to 2034

Quantitative units

Representation of revenue in US$ Mn, and CAGR from 2025 to 2034

Historic Year

2021 to 2024

Forecast Year

2025-2034

Report coverage

The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market statistics, growth prospects, and trends

Segments covered

Material, Product, Drug Delivery And End User

Regional scope

North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa

Country scope

U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; The UK; France; Italy; Spain; Japan; India; South Korea; Southeast Asia

Competitive Landscape

Amcor plc; Becton, Dickinson, and Company; AptarGroup, Inc.; Drug Plastics Group; Hergesheimer AG; Schott AG; Owens Illinois, Inc.; West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.; Berry Global, Inc.; WestRock Company; SGD Pharma; International Paper; Comer, LLC; CCL Industries, Inc.; Vetter Pharma International

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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

Chapter 3. Global Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Snapshot

Chapter 4. Global Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis

Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by Product Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. by Product Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Product Type:
5.2.1. Primary
5.2.1.1. Plastic Bottles
5.2.1.2. Caps & Closures
5.2.1.3. Parenteral Containers
5.2.1.3.1. Syringes
5.2.1.3.2. Vials & Ampoules
5.2.1.3.3. Others
5.2.1.4. Blister Packs
5.2.1.5. Prefillable Inhalers
5.2.1.6. Pouches
5.2.1.7. Medication Tubes
5.2.1.8. Others
5.2.2. Secondary
5.2.2.1. Prescription Containers
5.2.2.2. Pharmaceutical Packaging Accessories
5.2.3. Tertiary

Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. by Material & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Material:

6.2.1. Plastics & Polymers
6.2.1.1. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
6.2.1.2. Polypropylene (PP)
6.2.1.2.1. Homo
6.2.1.2.2. Random
6.2.1.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
6.2.1.4. Polyethylene (PE)
6.2.1.4.1. HDPE
6.2.1.4.2. LDPE
6.2.1.4.3. LLDPE
6.2.1.5. Polystyrene (PS)
6.2.1.6. Others
6.2.2. Paper & Paperboard
6.2.3. Glass
6.2.4. Aluminium Foil
6.2.5. Others

Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: by End-user Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. by End-user & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
7.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by End-user:

7.2.1. Pharma Manufacturing
7.2.2. Contract Packaging
7.2.3. Retail Pharmacy
7.2.4. Institutional Pharmacy

Chapter 8. Market Segmentation 4: by Drug Delivery Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. by End-user & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
8.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Drug Delivery:

8.2.1. Oral
8.2.2. Pulmonary
8.2.3. Transdermal
8.2.4. Injectable
8.2.5. Topical
8.2.6. Nasal
8.2.7. Ocular/Ophthalmic
8.2.8. Intravenous
8.2.9. Other Drug Delivery Modes

Chapter 9. Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Segmentation 5: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. North America
9.1.1. North America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Product Type, 2021-2034
9.1.2. North America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2021-2034
9.1.3. North America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.1.4. North America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Drug Delivery, 2021-2034
9.1.5. North America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.2. Europe
9.2.1. Europe Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Product Type, 2021-2034
9.2.2. Europe Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2021-2034
9.2.3. Europe Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.2.4. Europe Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-us Drug Delivery, 2021-2034
9.2.5. Europe Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.3. Asia Pacific
9.3.1. Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Product Type, 2021-2034
9.3.2. Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2021-2034
9.3.3. Asia-Pacific Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.3.4. Asia-Pacific Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Drug Delivery, 2021-2034
9.3.5. Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.4. Latin America
9.4.1. Latin America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Product Type, 2021-2034
9.4.2. Latin America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2021-2034
9.4.3. Latin America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.4.4. Latin America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Drug Delivery, 2021-2034
9.4.5. Latin America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.5. Middle East & Africa
9.5.1. Middle East & Africa Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Product Type, 2021-2034
9.5.2. Middle East & Africa Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2021-2034
9.5.3. Middle East & Africa Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.5.4. Middle East & Africa Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Drug Delivery, 2021-2034
9.5.5. Middle East & Africa Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034

Chapter 10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
10.2. Company Profiles

10.2.1. Alpla Werke Alwin Lehner Gmbh & Co Kg
10.2.1.1. Business Overview
10.2.1.2. Key Product Type/Service Overview
10.2.1.3. Financial Performance
10.2.1.4. Geographical Presence
10.2.1.5. Recent Developments with Business Strategy
10.2.2. Amcor Plc
10.2.3. AptarGroup, Inc.
10.2.4. Aptargroup, Inc.
10.2.5. Ardagh Group S.A.
10.2.6. Becton, Dickinson, and Company
10.2.7. Berry Global Inc.
10.2.8. Bilcare Limited
10.2.9. Catalent, Inc.
10.2.10. CCL Industries, Inc.
10.2.11. Comar
10.2.12. Drug Plastics Group
10.2.13. Frank Noe Egypt Ltd.
10.2.14. Gaplast Gmbh
10.2.15. Gerresheimer Ag
10.2.16. Hergesheimer A
10.2.17. International Paper
10.2.18. Lonza Group Ltd.
10.2.19. Mondi Group
10.2.20. Nipro Corporation
10.2.21. Nolato Ab
10.2.22. Origin Pharma Packaging
10.2.23. Owens Illinois, Inc.
10.2.24. Schott AG
10.2.25. Sealed Air
10.2.26. SGD Pharma
10.2.27. Silgan Holdings Inc.
10.2.28. Vetter Pharma International Gmbh
10.2.29. West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.
10.2.30. WestRock Company
10.2.31. Other Prominent Players

Segmentation of Pharmaceutical Packaging Market-

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market By Material

  • Plastics & Polymers
    • Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
    • Polypropylene (PP)
      • Homo
      • Random
    • Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
    • Polyethylene (PE)
      • HDPE
      • LDPE
      • LLDPE
    • Polystyrene (PS)
    • Others
  • Paper & Paperboard
  • Glass
  • Aluminium Foil
  • Others 

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Pharmaceutical Packaging Market By Product

  • Primary
    • Plastic Bottles
    • Caps & Closures
    • Parenteral Containers
      • Syringes
      • Vials & Ampoules
      • Others
    • Blister Packs
    • Prefillable Inhalers
    • Pouches
    • Medication Tubes
    • Others
  • Secondary
    • Prescription Containers
    • Pharmaceutical Packaging Accessories
  • Tertiary

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market By Drug Delivery

  • Oral
  • Pulmonary
  • Transdermal
  • Injectable
  • Topical
  • Nasal
  • Ocular/Ophthalmic
  • Intravenous
  • Other Drug Delivery Modes

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market By End-use

  • Pharma Manufacturing
  • Contract Packaging
  • Retail Pharmacy
  • Institutional Pharmacy

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market By Region-

North America-

  • The US
  • Canada

Europe-

  • Germany
  • The UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific-

  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America-

  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America

 Middle East & Africa-

  • GCC Countries
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa

InsightAce Analytic follows a standard and comprehensive market research methodology focused on offering the most accurate and precise market insights. The methods followed for all our market research studies include three significant steps – primary research, secondary research, and data modeling and analysis - to derive the current market size and forecast it over the forecast period. In this study, these three steps were used iteratively to generate valid data points (minimum deviation), which were cross-validated through multiple approaches mentioned below in the data modeling section.

Through secondary research methods, information on the market under study, its peer, and the parent market was collected. This information was then entered into data models. The resulted data points and insights were then validated by primary participants.

Based on additional insights from these primary participants, more directional efforts were put into doing secondary research and optimize data models. This process was repeated till all data models used in the study produced similar results (with minimum deviation). This way, this iterative process was able to generate the most accurate market numbers and qualitative insights.

Secondary research

The secondary research sources that are typically mentioned to include, but are not limited to:

  • Company websites, financial reports, annual reports, investor presentations, broker reports, and SEC filings.
  • External and internal proprietary databases, regulatory databases, and relevant patent analysis
  • Statistical databases, National government documents, and market reports
  • Press releases, news articles, and webcasts specific to the companies operating in the market

The paid sources for secondary research like Factiva, OneSource, Hoovers, and Statista

Primary Research:

Primary research involves telephonic interviews, e-mail interactions, as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and subsegment across geographies

The contributors who typically take part in such a course include, but are not limited to: 

  • Industry participants: CEOs, CBO, CMO, VPs, marketing/ type managers, corporate strategy managers, and national sales managers, technical personnel, purchasing managers, resellers, and distributors.
  • Outside experts: Valuation experts, Investment bankers, research analysts specializing in specific markets
  • Key opinion leaders (KOLs) specializing in unique areas corresponding to various industry verticals
  • End-users: Vary mainly depending upon the market

Data Modeling and Analysis:

In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.

The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.

To know more about the research methodology used for this study, kindly contact us/click here.

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Pharmaceutical Packaging Market expected to grow at a 10.4% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034

Amcor plc; Becton, Dickinson, and Company; AptarGroup, Inc.; Drug Plastics Group; Hergesheimer AG; Schott AG; Owens Illinois, Inc.; West Pharmaceutica

Pharmaceutical packaging market is segmented on material, product, drug delivery and end user.

North American region is leading the Pharmaceutical packaging market.

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