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Blister packaging involves the use of a plastic sheet that is heated and molded into a bubble or pocket shape, entirely enclosing the product. A conventional blister pack, also known as a face seal blister, typically includes a cardboard back. This packaging method is commonly employed for small products like toys, electronic goods, batteries, toothbrushes, dental floss, and tablets.
The primary types of blister packaging products are clamshell and carded. Clamshells find application in packaging daily-use items such as ready food products, fruits, gift sets, and cosmetic sets. Notably, clamshell packaging features a plastic back instead of the typical cardboard back attached to the front of the packaging. It utilizes various technologies, including cold forming technology and thermoforming technology. Additionally, the materials employed in blister packaging encompass plastic, aluminum, paper and paperboard, among others. These packaging solutions cater to diverse end-user industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, veterinary and nutraceuticals, medical devices, electronics and electricals, and industrial goods.
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The blister packaging market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $24.08 billion in 2024 to $25.89 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in pharmaceutical industry, consumer demand for convenience, enhanced product protection, regulatory compliance, tamper resistance features, extended shelf life.
The blister packaging market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $34.84 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing aging population, shift toward sustainable packaging, e-commerce expansion, customized packaging solutions, prevention of medication errors, globalization of supply chains. Major trends in the forecast period include smart blister packaging, cost-effective packaging solutions, integration of anti-counterfeiting features, flexible packaging formats, innovation in materials and printing technologies, increased focus on recyclability and circular economy.
The expanding pharmaceutical industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the blister packaging market in the future. The pharmaceutical industry encompasses the discovery, development, manufacturing, and distribution of medical drugs for patient treatment. Pharmaceutical companies increasingly depend on their packaging to protect and promote various drugs and medical devices, with blister packaging being a preferred design for medication packaging. For instance, a report published in May 2024 by the Department of Health & Social Care, a UK-based organization, indicated that the UK life sciences industry, including pharmaceuticals, generated £108.1 billion in turnover for the year 2021/22, reflecting a 13% increase from £95.9 billion in 2020/21. Therefore, the growth of the pharmaceutical industry is a significant factor driving the blister packaging market.
Anticipated growth in the blister packaging market is closely tied to the rise in disposable income. Disposable income, defined as income available after tax and social security deductions, plays a pivotal role in shaping consumer behavior. Increased disposable income often correlates with heightened consumption and a greater demand for products packaged in blister packs. For instance, data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis in July 2022 indicates a monthly increase of 0.4% in personal disposable income for American citizens, coupled with a 0.9% rise in spending. This surge in disposable income is identified as a significant factor driving the growth of the blister packaging market.
Key trends in the blister packaging market are being defined by technological advancements, with major industry players focusing on innovative packaging designs for a competitive edge. In April 2022, Huhtamaki, a Finland-based consumer packaging company, introduced the Push Tab Blister Lid, a sustainable and innovative packaging product for the global pharmaceutical and healthcare sector. This blister lid is crafted from a mono-material Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), enhancing recyclability while meeting high safety standards. The industry's move towards environmentally friendly options, exemplified by Huhtamaki's innovation, is indicative of the broader trend of technological advancements shaping the blister packaging market.
Major companies in the blister packaging market are increasingly focusing on introducing biomass-derived blister packaging solutions to gain a competitive advantage. These solutions utilize renewable organic materials to create environmentally friendly and sustainable packaging for various products. For instance, in July 2024, Aluflexpack, a premium manufacturer of circular flexible packaging and barrier solutions based in Switzerland, launched the 4 Infinity Form, a 100% recyclable blister pack specifically designed for the pharmaceutical sector. The 4 Infinity Form blister pack is entirely made of lacquered aluminum, which is crucial for both its functionality and sustainability.
In October 2023, Aluflexpack AG, a Switzerland-based packaging company, completed the acquisition of Helioflex, a Tunisia-based entity operating in the blister packaging market. This strategic acquisition is poised to enhance Aluflexpack AG's product portfolio and strengthen its position in the pharmaceutical packaging market. The move signifies a commitment to market expansion and aligns with the company's growth objectives in the blister packaging sector.
Major companies operating in the blister packaging market are Amcor Limited, Bemis Company Inc., Constantia Flexibles GmbH, Display Pack Inc., E.I.Du Pont De Nemours and Company, Klockner Pentaplast India Pvt. Ltd., Sonoco Products Company, Tekni-Plex Inc., Westrock Company, Honeywell International Inc., Blisterpak Inc., VisiPak Private Limited, Algus Packaging Inc., Powerpak Industries LLC, Clearwater Packaging Inc., Blisters Inc., Pharma Packaging Solutions Ltd., Winpak Ltd., Uflex Ltd., ACG Pharmapack Pvt. Ltd., Renolit SE, Carcano Antonio SpA, Caprihans India Limited, Romaco Ltd., iPharmachine Corp., Ridat Ltd., Jornen Machinery Co. Ltd., Intimac World Ltd., Uhlmann Pac-Systeme GmbH & Co. KG, Visual Packaging Ltd., Alma Limited, Starview Packaging Machinery Inc., Zed Industries Inc., Ecobliss Holding BV, Rohrer Corporation, Prent Corporation, Dordan Manufacturing Company
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the blister packaging market in 2024. The regions covered in the blister packaging market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the blister packaging market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The blister packaging market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing blister packaging services such as skin packaging services, toy packaging services, plastic commercial pet blister packaging services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The blister packaging market also includes sales of scrubber packing machine, blister sealing machine, automatic blister packing machine, ALU blister machine, De blister machine equipment which are used in providing blister packaging services. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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