Report Overview

2023

Base Year

2018-2023

Historical Year

2024-2032

Forecast Year

Europe Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Outlook

The Europe pharmaceutical packaging market size reached USD 26.82 billion in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.7% between 2024 and 2032, reaching almost USD 48.08 billion by 2032.

Key Takeaways:

  • Contract packaging is expected to become increasingly popular in the pharmaceutical sector in Europe in the forecast period. 
  • The widespread adoption of the principle of quality by design is expected to accelerate the market development  in Europe. 
  • Technological advancements are expected to play a key role in Europe pharmaceutical packaging market growth. 

The  Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation proposed by the EU in November 2022 aims to make all pharmaceutical packaging 100% recyclable by 2035. The anticipated increase in the adoption of food-grade PE by the pharmaceutical industry is expected to meet the legal regulations surrounding the use of recycled content in plastic packaging and contribute to the overall the market growth. Thus, paper and paperboard materials are expected to constitute a major portion of the Europe pharmaceutical packaging market share.

The  rising prevalence of pharmacogenomics marks a key trend in the healthcare sector, indicating an underlying shift towards personalised medicine. This is expected to necessitate the demand for unique packaging solutions that are made from specialised materials for better preserving medicinal formulations. Customised labelling on individual packets can enable patients to understand the quantity of dosage better and track the efficacy of their treatment plans. This can contribute towards the Europe pharmaceutical packaging market expansion.

The increasing incidence of antimicrobial resistance is prompting companies to introduce innovative pharmaceutical packaging solutions. By incorporating advanced microchips into blister packets, product packaging can provide relevant information regarding medicine dosage and time to the patient. This data can also be accessed by healthcare professionals engaged in ensuring patient recovery to understand her health condition. This is expected to drive the Europe pharmaceutical packaging market growth in the forecast period.

Europe Pharmaceutical Packaging Market

Market Segmentation

Europe Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032 offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Materials

  • Plastics and Polymers
  • Glass
  • Paper and Paperboard
  • Aluminium Foil
  • Others

Market Breakup by Product Type

  • Plastic Bottles
  • Specialty Bags
  • Parenteral Container
  • Blister Packing
  • Closures
  • Labels
  • Others

Market Breakup by Packaging Type

  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Tertiary

Market Breakup by Drug Delivery Mode

  • Oral Drug
  • Injectable Packaging
  • Topical
  • Others

Market Breakup by End Use

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

Market Breakup by Country

  • Germany
  • United Kingdom
  • France
  • Italy
  • Others

The key Europe pharmaceutical packaging market players are Amcor Plc, DS Smith Plc, Gerresheimer AG, Sonoco Products Co., Sealed Air Corp., Schott AG, WestRock Co., Omnicell Inc., AptarGroup, Inc., Berry Global Group Inc., and Nolato AB, among others.

Key Highlights of the Report

REPORT FEATURES DETAILS
Base Year 2023
Historical Period 2018-2023
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Materials
  • Product Type
  • Packaging Type
  • Drug Delivery Mode
  • End Use
  • Region
Breakup by Materials
  • Plastics and Polymers
  • Glass
  • Paper and Paperboard
  • Aluminium Foil
  • Others
Breakup by Product Type
  • Plastic Bottles
  • Specialty Bags
  • Parenteral Container
  • Blister Packing
  • Closures
  • Labels
  • Others
Breakup by Packaging Type
  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Tertiary
Breakup by Drug Delivery Mode
  • Oral Drug
  • Injectable Packaging
  • Topical
  • Others
Breakup by End Use
  • Pharma Manufacturing
  • Contract Packaging
  • Retail Pharmacy
  • Institutional Pharmacy
Breakup by Region
  • Germany
  • United Kingdom
  • France
  • Italy
  • Others
Market Dynamics
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • Key Indicators for Demand
  • Key Indicators for Price
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Company Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • Amcor Plc
  • DS Smith Plc  
  • Gerresheimer AG
  • Sonoco Products Co.
  • Sealed Air Corp.
  • Schott AG
  • WestRock Co.
  • Omnicell Inc.
  • AptarGroup, Inc. 
  • Berry Global Group Inc.
  • Nolato AB
  • Others

*While we strive to always give you current and accurate information, the numbers depicted on the website are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the main report. At Expert Market Research, we aim to bring you the latest insights and trends in the market. Using our analyses and forecasts, stakeholders can understand the market dynamics, navigate challenges, and capitalize on opportunities to make data-driven strategic decisions.*

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Key Questions Answered in the Report

The market was valued at nearly USD 26.82 billion in 2023.

The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.7% between 2024 and 2032.

The market is assessed to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period to reach around USD 48.08 billion in 2032.

The different materials used in pharmaceutical packaging include plastics and polymers, glass, paper and paperboard, and aluminium foil, among others.

The different product types in the market include plastic bottles, speciality bags, parenteral container, blister packing, closures, and labels, among others.

The different end uses of pharmaceutical packaging are pharma manufacturing, contract packaging, retail pharmacy, and institutional pharmacy.

The major countries in the market include Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and Italy, among others.

The key market players are Amcor Plc, DS Smith Plc, Gerresheimer AG, Sonoco Products Co., Sealed Air Corp., Schott AG, WestRock Co., Omnicell Inc., AptarGroup, Inc., Berry Global Group Inc., and Nolato AB, among others.

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