The blister packaging market is projected to grow significantly in the coming years. The market size is expected to reach US$ 13,953.6 million in 2023 and rise to US$ 26,940.0 million by 2033. The sales of blister packaging are anticipated to thrive at a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period.

Blister packs integrated with digital technology offer features such as dosage reminders, time-temperature indication, and product quality feedback, aligning with the convenience expectations of today’s modern consumers. The increasing inclination of tech-savvy consumers toward pharmaceutical packaging with digital capabilities is anticipated to boost the sales of blister packs.

The global pharmaceutical sector’s increasing production output has created a significant demand for pharmaceutical packaging, particularly blister packs. The precise packaging capabilities of blister packaging formats, such as carded and clamshell blisters, make them preferred choices for pharmaceutical companies.

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The market growth is further supported by the growing expenditure on healthcare and the outsourcing trend in the pharmaceutical industry. Pharmaceutical companies are increasingly adopting contract development and manufacturing services to reduce costs and complexity.

Prominent pharmaceutical companies are investing heavily in research activities to enhance their product pipelines. This investment in research and development drives the demand for pharmaceutical packaging, including blister packs. As new products are developed and launched in the market.

Child-resistant and senior citizen-friendly packaging formats are gaining prominence in the blister packaging market. Packaging manufacturers are focusing on designing and manufacturing blister packs with child-resistant and tamper-evident features. To ensure safety and prevent accidental poisoning in children.

The market is also witnessing the emergence of smart blister packs. Incorporating digital technology, these blister packs provide functionalities. Such as dosage reminders, time temperature indications, and product quality indications.

Thermoforming technology is expected to dominate the blister packaging market, accounting for more than three-fourths of the market share in the next decade. The segment is projected to expand by 1.9 times its value from 2021 to 2031.

Plastics play a dominant role in blister packaging, holding a significant share of 43.8% in 2022. Plastics offer cost-effectiveness, lightweight properties, and high-volume manufacturing capabilities, making them preferable over alternatives like glass or metal.

The use of biodegradable plastics in blister packaging is expected to reduce environmental pollution. The consumption of plastic blister packs is predicted to reach over 2.8 million tons by the end of 2026.

Recent Developments

  • Amcor PLC, a worldwide packaging firm, deploys the recyclable AmSky blister system for healthcare packaging in April 2021. Its goal is to satisfy the strict criteria of regulated and specialized pharmaceutical packaging.
  • TerraCycle, an innovative recycling company, recognized Honeywell’s Aclar barrier film blisters as technically recyclable for polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC)-based blisters in May 2022.
  • Pharmaworks, a developer of blister packaging technology for the consumer products, pharmaceutical, and contract packaging industries, was bought by ProMach. A provider of packaging machinery solutions, in March 2020. This program aims to broaden ProMach’s product portfolio and blister packaging applications.

The Major Key Players Are:

  • Amcor plc
  • Constantia Flexibles GmbH
  • Sonoco Products Company
  • Winpak Ltd.
  • West Rock Company
  • Honeywell International, Inc
  • Uflex Ltd
  • Tekni-Plex, Inc
  • ACG Pharmapack Pvt. Ltd.
  • Klockner Pentaplast Group
  • SteriPack Group

Key Segments Covered in the Market Report

Blister Packaging Market by Product Type:

  • Clamshell
  • Carded

Blister Packaging Market by Technology Type:

  • Cold Forming Technology
  • Thermoforming Technology

Blister Packaging Market by Material Type:

  • Plastic
    • PVC/Vinyl
    • PET
    • PE
    • Others
  • Aluminum
  • Paper & Paperboard
  • Others

Blister Packaging Market by End Use:

  • Food
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Veterinary & Nutraceuticals
  • Medical Devices
  • Electronics & Electricals
  • Industrial Goods
  • Consumer Goods

By Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Western Europe
  • Eastern Europe
  • Asia Pacific Excluding Japan (APEJ)
  • Japan
  • The Middle East & Africa (MEA)