Plastic Films & Sheets Market Report 2026

The plastic films & sheets market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $91.86 billion in 2025 to $98.24 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of food and beverage packaging usage, growth in consumer goods manufacturing, rising demand for durable protective films, increased use in construction applications, availability of advanced polymer processing technologies.

The plastic films & sheets market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $127.16 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of recyclable and bio-based films, rising demand from pharmaceutical packaging, expansion of smart and functional film applications, growing focus on lightweight material substitution, increasing investment in advanced film extrusion technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for flexible and sustainable plastic films, rising adoption of high-performance barrier films, growing use of lightweight packaging films, expansion of multi-layer plastic sheet applications, enhanced focus on recyclable film materials.

The expansion of the construction industry is expected to drive the growth of the plastic films and sheets market in the coming years. The construction industry includes activities related to the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings, infrastructure, and industrial facilities. Plastic films and sheets are widely used in construction for applications such as vapor barriers, roofing membranes, and protective coverings. For example, according to the United States Census Bureau, a US-based government agency, in August 2023 the US construction industry recorded a seasonally adjusted annual spending rate of $1.98 trillion, representing a 0.5% increase over the revised July estimate of $1.97 trillion. This figure was also 7.4% higher than the August 2022 estimate of $1.84 trillion. As a result, the continued growth of the construction industry is contributing to the expansion of the plastic films and sheets market.

Companies operating in the plastic films and sheets market are increasingly focusing on the development of innovative products such as low-density polyethylene to improve flexibility, reduce material weight, and enhance sustainability in packaging applications. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) is a thermoplastic produced through the polymerization of ethylene and is known for its lightweight and flexible characteristics. It is commonly used in packaging materials, plastic bags, and containers due to its durability and moisture resistance. For instance, in July 2024, Innovia Films, a UK-based packaging and labeling company, introduced a white ultra-low-density film called VL40 for ice cream flow wrap packaging. This film offers improved puncture resistance and a broad heat-seal range, making it suitable for high-speed packaging operations. Its enhanced printability helps products stand out on retail shelves, while its ability to maintain performance across varying temperatures supports reduced food waste and extended shelf life.

In June 2023, Piedmont Plastics, Inc., a US-based wholesale distributor of plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film products, acquired Diversified Display Products for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Piedmont Plastics aims to strengthen its market presence and expand its product portfolio, enhancing customer service while building on nearly four decades of industry experience. Diversified Display Products is a US-based regional supplier that utilizes plastic films and sheets to improve functionality, durability, and visual appeal, making them key components in modern display technologies.

Major companies operating in the plastic films & sheets market are Amcor Inc., Berry Plastic Inc., Saudi Basic Industries Corporation SABIC, Toray Industries Inc., Sealed Air Corporation, UFlex Limited, Toyobo Co Ltd, Jindal Poly Films Limited, Dupont Teijin Films Limited, Taghleef Industries LLC, Bemis Manufacturing Company, Novolex Com, British Polythene Industries PLC., CCL Industries Inc., Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, RKW Group, Plastic Film Corporation, Transcendia Inc., Placon Corporation, Glenroy Inc., Ampac Holdings LLC, Inteplast Group, Coveris, Flex Films USA Inc., Raven Industries Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the plastic films and sheets market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the plastic films & sheets market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the plastic films & sheets market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The plastic films and sheets market consists of sales of melamine sheet, perforated plastic sheet, phenolic sheet, and PVDF film. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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