High Barrier Films Packaging Market

Global High Barrier Film Packaging Market Research By Product Type (Pouches & Bags, Tray Lidding Film, Wrapping Film and Forming Webs & Blister Packs), and By Application (Food & Beverages, Pharmaceutical & Medical and Personal Care & Cosmetics) Forecast Period (2021-2027)
    Update Available - Forecast 2024-2030   

Published: Jul 2023 | Report Code: OMR2024481 | Category : Plastics and Polymers | Delivery Format: /
The global high barrier film packaging market is growing at a considerable CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period. Rising demand for advance packaging is one of the prime factors affecting and driving the market. Growing demand in industry such as pharmaceutical, increasing usage in food and beverages among others is also estimated to be the prime factors that are contributing significantly towards the growth of the market. However, raw materials prices getting fluctuated is major factors constraints that are hindering the growth of the global high barrier film packaging market across the globe. 

However, increasing demand for biodegradable barrier packaging is one of the key factors that are creating opportunity for the market. New product launches and collaboration in the market are likely to drive the growth of the global high barrier film packaging market. For instance, in April 2021, Amcor plc had done strategic investment ranging between $10 to $15 million in e-pac flexible packaging. This investment would support both the company in order to grow their packaging business with combination of innovation technology and their business model with support of expertise.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Global High Barrier Film Packaging Market

The global high barrier film packaging market is hardly hit by the COVID-19 pandemic since December 2019. The COVID-19 pandemic in the major economies had disrupted the manufacturing and transportation activities. Due to COVID-19 the hygiene factor along with safety and security related to consumer health is being given more priority by the player present in high barrier film Packaging market. The COVID-19 pandemic had resulted in the usage of one-time use plastic packaging that is supporting the market.

Segmental Outlook 

The market is segmented based on product type and application. Based on product type, the market is segmented into pouches & bags, tray lidding film, wrapping film and forming webs & blister packs. By application, the market is segmented into food & beverages, pharmaceutical & medical and personal care & cosmetics.

Global High Barrier Film Packaging Market Share by Application 2020 (%)


Based on the application, the food & beverages hold a significant market share in the market. In order to support food and beverages industry, the high barrier film packaging is preserving product quality and freshness and encouraging consumer to purchase. Additionally, the food inside the package is also protected from contamination and is safe for consumption. Food such as bakery goods, biscuits, frozen foods, pet foods, chip and snacks among others can be easily consumed with the support of it without any damage.

Regional Outlooks

The global high barrier film packaging market is analyzed based on the geographical regions that are contributing significantly towards the growth of the market. Based on the geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. North America held a considerable share in 2020 in the global high barrier film packaging market. Some factors that are boosting the market growth in North America are growing demand for packaged goods, and in different application increasing usage of barrier films. Additionally, more investment in R&D for evolving advance technology is other factors that are promoting the growth of the market. 

Global High Barrier Film Packaging Market, by Region 2021-2027


Asia-Pacific will have Considerable Growth in the Global High Barrier Film Packaging Market 
Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness significant growth opportunities for the market. Increasing demand from food & beverage and pharmaceutical industries in emerging economies of the region are likely to drive the growth of the regional market. Further, due to consumption of foods that are ready to eat in India, China and South Korea are also some of the factors that are affecting and impacting the growth in this market. 

Market Player Outlook

Key players of the global high barrier film packaging market are Amcor plc., Berry Global Inc., CPH Chemie + Papier Holding AG, Sealed Air, and UFlex Ltd., among others. To survive in the market, these players adopt different marketing strategies such as product launches and acquisition. For instance, in April 2021, Constantia Flexibles had completed an agreement in order to acquire packaging producer Propak which is situated in turkey. Through this acquisition company would diversify its portfolio of flexible packaging solution with the support in European packaging industry for the snacks market.

In April 2021, Krehalon B.V. had decreased its packaging cost for cheese through process of automation. This would help the company in order to bring best possible, most effective and cost-effective packaging with regards to its products.

In August 2020, CPH Chemie + Papier Holding AG packaging division is developing further new film coating plant that will be located in Brazil. This was done in order to expand the business in emerging nations and the company will be able to cover the supply chain entirely in Brazil with local Brazilian production facilities.

In May 2020, for retail and industrial applications the company named Flair Flexible Packaging Corp. had introduced enhanced platinum along with thermoforming films. The company offers it in various structure and size which can be used in platinum+films in fresh and frozen application.

In June 2019, Amcor plc had done the acquisition of one of the global manufacturers of flexible packaging products named Bemis Company, Inc. The acquired company will work as an Amcor plc and it will bring additional scale along with capabilities that will help the growth of the business.

The Report Covers

    • Market value data analysis of 2020 and forecast to 2027.
    • Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
    • Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
  • Key companies operating in the global high barrier film packaging market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new product launches, and relevant news is also available in the report.
   • Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
    • Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
    • Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where in the market.

1. Report Summary

Current Industry Analysis and Growth Potential Outlook

Impact of COVID-19 on the Global High Barrier Film Packaging Industry 

Recovery Scenario of Global High Barrier Film Packaging Industry

1.1. Research Methods and Tools

1.2. Market Breakdown

1.2.1. By Segments

1.2.2. By Geography

2. Market Overview and Insights

2.1. Scope of the Report

2.2. Analyst Insight & Current Market Trends

2.2.1. Key Findings

2.2.2. Recommendations

2.2.3. Conclusion

3. Competitive Landscape

3.1. Key Company Analysis

3.1.1. Overview  

3.1.2. Financial Analysis 

3.1.3. SWOT Analysis

3.1.4. Recent Developments

3.2. Key Strategy Analysis

3.3. Impact of Covid-19 on Key Players

4. Market Determinants

4.1. Motivators

4.2. Restraints

4.3. Opportunities

5. Market Segmentation

5.1. Global High Barrier Film Packaging Market by Product Type

5.1.1. Pouches & Bags

5.1.2. Tray Lidding Film

5.1.3. Wrapping Film

5.1.4. Forming Webs &Blister Packs

5.2. Global High Barrier Film Packaging Market by Application

5.2.1. Food & Beverages

5.2.2. Pharmaceutical & Medical

5.2.3. Personal Care & Cosmetics

6. Regional Analysis

6.1. North America

6.1.1. United States

6.1.2. Canada

6.2. Europe

6.2.1. UK

6.2.2. Germany

6.2.3. Italy

6.2.4. Spain

6.2.5. France

6.2.6. Rest of Europe 

6.3. Asia-Pacific

6.3.1. China

6.3.2. India

6.3.3. Japan

6.3.4. South Korea

6.3.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific 

6.4. Rest of the World

7. Company Profiles 

7.1. Amcor plc

7.2. BERNHARDT Packaging & Process

7.3. Berry Global Inc.

7.4. Bischof + Klein SE & Co. KG

7.5. Celplast Metallized Products

7.6. Constantia Flexibles

7.7. CPH Chemie + Papier Holding AG

7.8. Eagle Flexible Packaging

7.9. FLAIR Flexible Packaging Corp.

7.10. Glenroy, Inc.

7.11. HPM GLOBAL INC.

7.12. Janco, Inc.

7.13. Kendall Packaging Corp.

7.14. Klockner Pentaplast

7.15. Krehalon B.V.

7.16. Mondi

7.17. OLIVER

7.18. Polyplex

7.19. Schur Flexibles Holding GesmbH

7.20. Sealed Air

7.21. Toray Plastics (America), Inc.

7.22. UFlex Ltd.

7.23. WINPAK LTD.

1. GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

2. GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

3. GLOBAL POUCHES & BAGS PACKAGING MARKET BY REGION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

4. GLOBAL TRAY LIDDING FILM PACKAGING MARKET BY REGION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

5. GLOBAL WRAPPING FILM PACKAGING MARKET BY REGION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

6. GLOBAL FORMING WEBS &BLISTER PACKS PACKAGING MARKET BY REGION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

7. GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET BY APPLICATION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

8. GLOBAL FOOD & BEVERAGES MARKET BY REGION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

9. GLOBAL PHARMACEUTICAL & MEDICAL MARKET BY REGION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

10. GLOBAL PERSONAL CARE & COSMETICS MARKET BY REGION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

11. GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY GEOGRAPHY, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

12. NORTH AMERICAN HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

13. NORTH AMERICAN HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

14. NORTH AMERICAN HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

15. EUROPEAN HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

16. EUROPEAN HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

17. EUROPEAN HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

18. ASIA-PACIFIC HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

19. ASIA-PACIFIC HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

20. ASIA-PACIFIC HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

21. REST OF THE WORLD HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

22. REST OF THE WORLD HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)


1. IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

2. IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SHARE BY SEGMENT, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

3. RECOVERY OF GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET, 2021-2027 (%)

4. GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SHARE BY PRODUCT TYPE, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

5. GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SHARE BY APPLICATION, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

6. GLOBAL HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SHARE BY GEOGRAPHY, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

7. GLOBAL POUCHES & BAGS PACKAGING MARKET BY REGION, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

8. GLOBAL TRAY LIDDING FILM PACKAGING MARKET BY REGION, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

9. GLOBAL WRAPPING FILM PACKAGING MARKET BY REGION, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

10. GLOBAL FORMING WEBS &BLISTER PACKS PACKAGING MARKET BY REGION, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

11. GLOBAL FOOD & BEVERAGES MARKET BY REGION, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

12. GLOBAL PHARMACEUTICAL & MEDICAL MARKET BY REGION, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

13. GLOBAL PERSONAL CARE & COSMETICS MARKET BY REGION, 2020 VS 2027 (%)

14. US HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

15. CANADA HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

16. UK HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

17. FRANCE HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

18. GERMANY HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

19. ITALY HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

20. SPAIN HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

21. REST OF EUROPE HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

22. INDIA HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

23. CHINA HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

24. JAPAN HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

25. SOUTH KOREA HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

26. REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)

27. REST OF THE WORLD HIGH BARRIER FILM PACKAGING MARKET SIZE, 2020-2027 ($ MILLION)