China Packaging Market Size, Analyzing Material Type, Innovations and Forecast to 2028
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China Packaging Market Report Overview
The China packaging market size was valued at 912.9 billion units in 2023. The market is anticipated to register a CAGR of more than 1% during 2023-2028. The Chinese government has implemented various laws and regulations to promote sustainability in the packaging industry. China packaging market report utilizes multiple data sources to provide a comprehensive overview of the packaging industry in China, as part of our coverage of the industry across 48 countries.
China Packaging Market Overview, 2023-2028 (Billion Units)
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The market research report Provides an overview of the usage of different pack materials across different industries in terms of the number of units, packaging share, and growth rates during 2018–28. Additionally, it explores packaging innovations for the leading industries regarding each packing material analyzed. The report also provides an overview of the shift in the utilization of various pack materials across the leading industries during 2023–28.
Market Size (2023) | 912.9 billion units |
CAGR (2023-2028) | >1% |
Historical Period | 2018-2022 |
Forecast Period | 2023-2028 |
Key Pack Materials | · Rigid Plastics
· Rigid Metal · Paper & Board · Flexible Packaging · Glass |
Key Industries | · Food
· Alcoholic Beverages · Non-Alcoholic Beverages · Cosmetics & Toiletries · Other Industries |
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China Packaging Market Growth Drivers
- Strong build, convenience, and impermeability to gases and vapors have led to the upliftment of the usage of metal cans.
- Amid rising environmental awareness, Chinese consumers favor products packaged in paper & board format.
China Packaging Market Segmentation by Pack Material
In 2023, the rigid plastics segment accounted for the highest share of the Chinese packaging market
The key pack materials in the China packaging market are rigid plastics, rigid metal, paper & board, flexible packaging, and glass. The convenience provided by rigid plastics due to their ease of molding and portability is likely to foster market growth.
China Packaging Market Analysis by Pack Material, 2023 (%)
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China Packaging Market Segmentation by Industry
The packaging industry in China is characterized by its strong use in the food industry.
The key industries using pack materials in the China packaging market are food, alcoholic beverages, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics & toiletries, and other industries. In the food industry, flexible packaging was the most widely used pack material in 2023. Dairy & soy food and pasta & noodles were the key end-users of flexible packaging in the year.
China Packaging Market Analysis by Industry, 2023 (%)
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China Packaging Market – Innovations
A few of the recent innovations in the China packaging market are:
- Moshuishi introduced a ready-to-drink (RTD) sweetened latte-style coffee in a 275ml PET bottle. The bottle’s shape and shrink sleeve design create a very effective representation of a garlic bulb to communicate the unusual key ingredient.
- Shenzhen Xinsheng Food launched lime-flavored sugar-free chewing gum in a rectangular book-shaped pack. The steel and plastic container has an automatic slide opening.
Key Segments Covered in this Report
China Packaging Market by Pack Material Outlook (2018-2028)
- Rigid plastics
- Rigid metal
- Paper & board
- Flexible packaging
- Glass
China Packaging Market by Industry Outlook (2023-2028)
- Food
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Non-Alcoholic Beverages
- Cosmetics & Toiletries
- Other industries
Scope
This report utilizes multiple data sources to provide a comprehensive overview of the packaging industry in China as part of our coverage of the industry across 48 countries. It includes an analysis of the following –
- Market overview: Provides an overview of the usage of different packaging materials across different industries in terms of the number of units, packaging share, and growth rates during 2018–28. Additionally, it explores packaging innovations for leading industries in each packaging material analyzed.
- Growth in the use of pack material by industry: Provides an overview of the shift in the utilization of various pack materials across leading industries during 2023–28.
- Key pack materials: Includes data and analysis—number of units (millions) and growth rates—for five key pack materials, namely rigid plastics, rigid metal, glass, paper & board, and flexible packaging, during 2018–28. It also includes data and analysis for pack materials other than the previously mentioned five. Additionally, the section covers:
- Pack sub-type: Includes aerosol – metal, box – rigid plastic, carton – carton board, box – liquid packaging board, box – other material, foil – aluminum, pod – paper, flexible plastic, tray – aluminum, tube – flexible plastic, other flexible packaging pack types – all sub-types, HDPE, PET, etc.
- Pack type: Includes aerosol, bag-in-box, bag/sachet, blister pack, bottle, box, bubble top, can, carton-folding, carton-liquid, clamshell, etc.
- Closure material: Includes metal, plastic, glass, natural cork, synthetic cork, and others.
- Closure type: Includes cap, crown, dispenser, film, flip/snap top, foil, lever closure, plastic tie, prize off, screw top, sports cap, stopper, and twist off.
- Primary outer material: Includes flexible packaging, board, rigid plastic, and others.
- Primary outer type: Includes bag, blister pack, carton-folding, shrink wrap, sleeve, and others.
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Frequently asked questions
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What was the China packaging market size in 2023?
The China packaging market size was valued at 912.9 billion units in 2023.
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What is the China packaging market growth rate during 2023-2028?
The China packaging market will register a CAGR of more than 1% during 2023-2028.
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Which segment accounted for the largest China packaging market share in 2023?
In 2023, the rigid plastics segment dominated the China packaging market share.
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Which industry dominated the China packaging market in 2023?
The food industry dominated the China packaging market in 2023.
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