Sustainable Packaging Drives 4.9% Growth in Specialty Films Market, Reaching $28 Billion by 2026

specialty films sales
specialty films sales

Between 2022 and 2026, there is an anticipated growth trajectory for specialty films sales, anticipated to increase at a 4.9% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR). The primary cause of this increase is the increased application of barrier films in the food and pharmaceutical packaging industries, in addition to the growing need for conduction and insulation films. These films play important responsibilities in guaranteeing safety standards, improving product preservation, and fulfilling regulatory obligations. With a wide range of applications across several sectors, the market for specialty films is expected to grow steadily as long as companies prioritize sustainable packaging solutions and technological improvements.

The surging demand for packaging solutions across diverse industrial sectors has led to a heightened interest in specialty films, showcasing their pivotal role in preserving products throughout the supply chain until they reach the end consumer.

Specialty films are employed in many different industries due to their great strength, stiffness, and ability to act as a protective shield. The growing importance of bio-based polymers, as well as the economic growth of the BRIC countries, has been propelling the specialised film industry.

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As businesses recognize the benefits provided by specialty films, such as improved product protection and performance, the market share of these films is expected to continue expanding. Manufacturers are likely to invest in research and development to innovate and introduce new film formulations that cater to the rising demand for specialized films. This may involve creating films with higher heat resistance, improved barrier properties, and increased environmental sustainability.

Additionally, industry participants are expected to collaborate closely and form partnerships to facilitate knowledge sharing and the development of novel solutions. Over the coming years, the specialty films Industry will continue to grow and innovate, adapting to the evolving packaging needs of various sectors.

Market Drivers:

  1. Growing Demand from End-Use Industries: Industries such as packaging, automotive, construction, electronics, and healthcare have a significant demand for specialty films due to their unique properties and functionalities.
  2. Innovations in Film Technologies: Continuous innovations in film manufacturing technologies, including advancements in material science, coating techniques, and barrier properties, are driving the market forward.
  3. Increasing Focus on Sustainable Packaging: With rising environmental concerns, there’s a shift towards sustainable packaging solutions. Specialty films offer opportunities for lightweighting, recyclability, and biodegradability, aligning with this trend.
  4. Rise in Flexible Packaging: Flexible packaging formats, which often utilize specialty films for their barrier properties and aesthetics, are gaining popularity due to consumer convenience and cost-effectiveness, thus driving demand.
  5. Advancements in End-Use Applications: Specialty films find applications in emerging sectors such as photovoltaics, agriculture, and 3D printing, creating new avenues for market growth.
  6. Expanding Electronics Industry: The electronics industry’s continuous expansion, particularly in areas like displays, touchscreens, and printed electronics, is fueling demand for specialty films with properties like high clarity, conductivity, and UV resistance.
  7. Increasing Disposable Income and Urbanization: Rising disposable income levels and urbanization contribute to the demand for packaged goods, driving the need for specialty films in packaging applications.

Market Restraints:

  1. Fluctuating Raw Material Prices: Specialty films often rely on specific raw materials whose prices can be volatile, impacting the production costs and profitability of manufacturers.
  2. Stringent Regulations: Regulatory requirements concerning environmental sustainability, product safety, and recycling standards can pose challenges for specialty film producers, necessitating compliance efforts and potentially increasing operational costs.
  3. Competition from Substitutes: Specialty films face competition from alternative materials or packaging formats, such as paper-based packaging, bio-based polymers, and rigid packaging solutions, which may offer similar functionalities or environmental benefits.
  4. High Initial Investment: Setting up manufacturing facilities for specialty films with advanced technologies requires substantial capital investment, which could act as a barrier to entry for new players and limit market growth.
  5. Limited Awareness and Education: In some regions or industries, there may be limited awareness regarding the benefits and applications of specialty films, hindering market expansion due to a lack of demand.
  6. Supply Chain Disruptions: Disruptions in the supply chain, whether due to natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, or pandemics, can affect the availability of raw materials and logistics, impacting the production and distribution of specialty films.

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Competitive Landscape:

The strictness of industry regulatory authorities towards the usage of polymerized, non-degradable materials is a major barrier in the manufacturing of specialized films. Environmental concerns have grown as the number of specialty films abandoned openly has increased. Furthermore, the single-use nature of these films limits the extent of specialized film recycling and reuse.

Leading specialty film companies include

  • Bemis Company,
  • Koninklijke DSM N.V.,
  • The Mondi Group,
  • Borealis AG,
  • Amcor Ltd.,
  • Sealed Air Inc.,
  • Selenis Portugal S.A.,
  • Saudi Arabia Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC),
  • Bischof + Klein SE & Co., and
  • 3M Company.

Many businesses are expected to increase the production of specialty films with improved chemical resistance. With the growing presence of food and beverage industries in APAC, several prominent players in the global specialty films market are projected to expand their manufacturing capacities by establishing manufacturing plants in China, South Korea, and India

Increasing Number of Manufacturers Drives Competitive Atmosphere, Affecting Sales Growth of Specialty Films

Due to the presence of multiple manufacturers with a solid foothold in the market, the industry is projected to see intense competition. However, changing crude oil and naphtha prices, which are the industry’s key raw materials, are predicted to have an impact on market growth over the forecast period.

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Key Segmentations

by Product:

  • Stretch Films
  • Shrink Films
  • Barrier Films
  • Conductive Films
  • Safety & Security Films
  • Anti-fog Films
  • Other Films

by Material:

  • Polyethylene (PE) Specialty Films
  • Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) Specialty Films
  • Polyamide (PA) Specialty Films
  • Polypropylene (PP) Specialty Films
  • Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Specialty Films
  • Polyurethane (PU) Specialty Films
  • Aluminium Specialty Films
  • Others (Evoh, Polycarbonate, etc.)

by End Use:

  • Food & Beverages
  • Cosmetics & Personal Care
  • Chemicals
  • Agriculture
  • Building & Construction
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Electrical & Electronics
  • Automobiles
  • Others

by Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia & Pacific
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)

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Ronak Shah

Associate Vice President at Future Market Insights is deeply committed to uncovering actionable insights for consumer and food and beverage players. She brings a unique blend of analysis, industry trends, and consumer behavior to put data into perspective.

What she makes out of data becomes a delight to read. She has authored many opinions, including for publications like Process Industry Informer and Spinal Surgery News, as she understands the market pulse and consumers' shifting preferences.

She likes to bring experts to a roundtable to weigh the impact of a trend on an industry. Catch up with her discussion on the impact of AI in packaging.

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