Liquid Packaging Market Report 2026

The liquid packaging market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $532.04 billion in 2025 to $577.49 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of packaged food and beverage consumption, growth in dairy and juice processing industries, increasing use of plastic-based liquid containers, development of modern retail infrastructure, demand for extended shelf life.

The liquid packaging market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $801.97 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable liquid packaging materials, rising adoption of recyclable and bio-based plastics, expansion of pharmaceutical liquid packaging, growing investments in aseptic technology, increased focus on smart packaging solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of multilayer liquid packaging, rising demand for flexible liquid packaging formats, growing focus on lightweight and durable packaging, expansion of aseptic packaging solutions, enhanced emphasis on branding and shelf appeal.

Rising demand for flexible packaging is expected to significantly drive the growth of the liquid packaging market in the coming years. Flexible packaging refers to packaging that can easily change shape when filled or during use. Its growth is driven by its lightweight and cost-effective characteristics, which reduce transportation costs and material usage while providing convenience and protection for products. Flexible packaging is widely used in liquid packaging due to its ease of transport and ability to enhance product durability. For instance, in November 2025, according to the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO), an Australia-based joint industry-government body, the total volume of packaging placed on the market (POM) in Australia for 2023-24 was estimated at 6.84 million tonnes. Therefore, increasing demand for flexible packaging is fueling the growth of the liquid packaging market.

Key players operating in the liquid packaging market are focusing on the development of automated packaging systems for liquids to improve production efficiency, reduce labor costs, enhance precision, and ensure product safety during the packaging process. Automated packaging systems are mechanized equipment and technologies designed to perform packaging operations with minimal or no human intervention. These systems can handle a variety of liquids, including those containing particles or solids, making them suitable for diverse applications in the food and beverage sector. For instance, in November 2023, Sealed Air Corporation, a US-based packaging company, launched the CRYOVAC Brand 308A CE Vertical Form-Fill-Seal System, an innovative automated packaging solution specifically designed for liquid products. Operating at a speed of 28 packs per minute, the system significantly boosts productivity in packaging lines and is capable of handling both hot and cold liquids, withstanding temperatures up to 95 degrees Celsius, accommodating a wide range of products from sauces to soups.

In April 2025, Amcor plc, a Switzerland-based global packaging solutions company, acquired Berry Global Group Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Amcor aimed to expand its global presence and product portfolio by creating a more comprehensive packaging offering with enhanced material science and innovation capabilities, better serving customers in consumer and healthcare markets while supporting long-term growth and sustainability initiatives. Berry Global Group Inc. is a US-based diversified manufacturer of packaging products, providing a wide range of consumer and industrial packaging solutions across flexible and rigid formats to global brand owners and retailers.

Major companies operating in the liquid packaging market are Berry Global Inc, Amcor Limited, Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH, Goglio SpA, Gerresheimer AG, Mondi plc, ProAmpac Intermediate Inc, Sealed Air Corporation, Smurfit Kappa Group plc, Tetra Laval Group, Evergreen Packaging LLC, International Paper Company, Reynolds Group Holdings Limited, SIG Combibloc Group AG, Sonoco Products Company, Comar LLC, Liqui-Box Corporation, Klabin SA, Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd, Scholle IPN Corporation, Bemis Company Inc, Winpak Ltd, Visy Industries Holdings Pty Ltd, DS Smith Plc, WestRock Company, UFlex Limited, BillerudKorsnäs AB.

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

The liquid packaging market consist of sales of can and plastic bottles. 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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