The global flexible paper packaging market size is projected to grow from USD 64.4 billion in 2021 to USD 79.1 billion by 2026, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.2% during the forecast year. According to the Flexible Packaging Association, flexible packaging is any package or any part of a package whose shape can be readily changed. Flexible paper packaging is lighter in weight, cost-efficient, and uses less material as compared to other forms of packaging.
Pouches are projected to dominate the market for flexible paper packaging by 2026, in terms of value. The increased use of pouches is subjected to pouches being versatile, lightweight, and easy to transport. There is an increasing demand for pouches from the food packaging and e-commerce industries.
The flexible paper packaging market has thousands of companies which thrive in their domestic market. A few of the major players are as Amcor Limited (Australia), Mondi Group (UK), Sonoco Products Company (US), Sealed Air Corporation (US), Huhtamaki OYJ (Finland), Sappi Global (South Africa), DS Smith (UK), Coveris Holding SA (UK), Sabert (US), Wihuri (Finland), among others.
