Tube Packaging Global Market Report 2024

Tube packaging is a cylindrical form of packaging in which the material to be packed is enclosed in various materials such as plastic, paper, and aluminum. This type of packaging is commonly used for containing gel-like substances such as creams, ointments, gels, and other viscous liquids.

Tube packaging comes in different types, including laminated, aluminum, and plastic. Laminate tubes represent a hybrid of aluminum and plastic tubes, featuring multiple layers of plastic separated by layers of aluminum foil. The packaging can take various forms, including squeeze tubes, twist tubes, stick tubes, cartridges, and other types. Tube packaging finds applications in diverse industries such as oral care, cosmetics, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, cleaning products, and various other applications.

The tube packaging market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides tube packaging market statistics, including tube packaging industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a tube packaging global market share, detailed tube packaging market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the tube packaging industry. This tube packaging global market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The tube packaging market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $11.04 billion in 2023 to $12.03 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.0%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including consumer preferences for convenient and easy-to-use packaging, a rising demand for compact packaging in the personal care and oral care industry, significant expansion in the packaging sector, the introduction of novel packaging with superior barrier characteristics, and the cost-efficiency of tube packaging as an option.

The tube packaging market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $17.38 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, including a shift in end-user attitudes toward ecological packaging, a rising demand for convenient packaging solutions, the growth of e-commerce, increased focus on regulations and safety, and a heightened awareness of health and hygiene considerations. Key trends expected during this period encompass the pursuit of a sustainable competitive advantage through innovation and partnerships, the incorporation of innovative dispensing mechanisms, collaboration with design agencies, lightweighting strategies, and ongoing technological developments in the tube packaging industry.

The tube packaging market is poised for growth, primarily driven by the expansion of the flexible packaging industry. Flexible packaging involves using non-rigid materials to package products, offering versatility in packaging consumer and institutional products and serving industrial applications. The flexible packaging industry, contributing significantly to the tube packaging market, generated $33.6 billion in sales, making it the second-largest packaging segment in the U.S., accounting for 19% of total packaging sales, as reported by the Flexible Packaging Association. This growth in the flexible packaging industry is a key factor propelling the tube packaging market.

The tube packaging market is also anticipated to experience growth due to the increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging. Eco-friendly packaging involves materials and designs that minimize environmental impact, aligning with sustainability goals. Tube packaging adopting eco-friendly practices uses sustainable materials and reduces waste, catering to the preferences of environmentally conscious consumers. Protega Global Ltd. reports an increase in consumer demand for sustainable packaging, reaching 81% in January 2023. The rising preference for eco-friendly packaging, with 50% of consumers willing to pay more for environmentally friendly options, contributes significantly to the growth of the tube packaging market.

Innovation in products stands out as a notable trend in the tube packaging market, with major companies seeking innovative solutions to strengthen their market position. For instance, BillerudKorsnas, a Sweden-based paper mill company, launched paper tube packaging made of BillerudKorsnäs FibreForm. This unique material allows the tube to maintain its shape when squeezed, enabling deep embossing effects and a distinctive tactile experience compared to regular paper tubes.

Strategic partnerships are a focus for major companies in the tube packaging market to drive revenue and expand market reach. Vicco Laboratories, an India-based manufacturer of ayurvedic herbal hygiene and healthcare products, partnered with EPL Limited, an India-based tube-packaging company. The collaboration aims to convert the turmeric product range to 100% recyclable packaging by adhering to APR, USA guidelines.

In November 2021, Sonoco, a U.S.-based packaging company, acquired D&W Paper Tubes Inc. This acquisition complements Sonoco's industrial paper packaging business and extends its product operations in the Southeast. D&W Paper Tubes specializes in manufacturing sustainable industrial paper tubes and cores, contributing to the tube packaging market.

Major companies operating in the tube packaging market include Albea S.A., Amcor Limited, Essel Propack Limited, Sonoco Products Company, World Wide Packaging Inc., Huhtamaki OYJ, Montebello Packaging, Unette Corporation, Romaco Group, Hoffman Neopac AG, CCL Industries Inc., VisiPak Inc., Sinclair & Rush Inc., M&H Plastics, Berry Global Inc., Tuboplast, Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH, AptarGroup Inc., Viva Group, CTL Packaging USA Inc., Maverick Enterprises Inc., Tubex Holding GmbH & Co KG, Pack-Tubes SAS, Alltub SAS, Lajovic Tuba d.o.o., Linhardt GmbH & Co KG

North America was the largest region in the tube packaging market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in tube packaging market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the tube packaging market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The tube packaging market consists of sales of flexible and rigid packaging, boxes, envelopes, tapes, handles, cushioning, bags, reusable containers, drums. 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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