Blow-Fill-Seal Technology Market Report 2025

The blow-fill-seal technology market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.61 billion in 2024 to $4 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to continuous improvement and standardization, global market penetration, packaging design flexibility, reduced environmental impact, production scalability.

The blow-fill-seal technology market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.39 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion across industries, increased demand for sterile packaging, focus on convenience and safety, rise in unit dose packaging, demand for personalized medicine. Major trends in the forecast period include diversification into various sectors, shift towards unit dose packaging, industry 4 integration, rise in biologics and vaccines packaging.

The increasing growth of the pharmaceutical industry is expected to significantly boost the blow-fill-seal (BFS) technology market in the coming years. This technology plays a crucial role in the packaging of pharmaceuticals, ensuring products are safeguarded against physical damage, chemical contamination, and microbiological hazards. For instance, in May 2024, reports from the Department of Health & Social Care indicated that the UK life sciences sector, which encompasses pharmaceuticals, achieved a turnover of £108.1 billion in the fiscal year 2021/22. This figure reflects a substantial 13% growth compared to £95.9 billion in 2020/21. Given this upward trend in the pharmaceutical industry, the demand for effective and reliable packaging solutions, such as BFS technology, is expected to increase, further driving market growth.

Anticipated growth in the blow-fill-seal technology market is closely linked to the rising demand in the personal care sector. Personal care products, integral to daily hygiene routines, witness increased efficiency and quality in manufacturing through blow-fill-seal technology. This technology offers personal care product manufacturers benefits such as enhanced stability, cost-effectiveness, and packaging design flexibility. Notably, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 12.3% increase in average consumer expenditure on personal care products in 2022, reaching $866, up from $771 in 2021. This surge in personal care demand stands as a significant factor driving the growth of the blow-fill-seal technology market.

Technological innovations are emerging as a prominent trend in the blow-fill-seal (BFS) technology market. Leading companies in this sector are increasingly adopting molding technology to create new lightweight products. For example, in March 2022, Berry Global Group, a US-based manufacturer, entered into a product innovation partnership with Koa Corp., a Japan-based company, to enhance their capabilities in BFS technology. This collaboration aims to utilize Koa's expertise in BFS to develop innovative packaging solutions. Berry Global is committed to sustainability and innovation, and this partnership aligns with their strategy to deliver advanced packaging options across various markets, particularly in the pharmaceutical and personal care sectors.

Major companies operating in the blow-fill-seal technology market are directing their focus on innovative products, specifically ampoules, to drive market revenues. Ampoules, small sealed vials used to preserve samples, have become a popular product choice due to their impactful contributions to skincare routines. For instance, in May 2022, Reviderm AG, a Germany-based skincare and aesthetic products company, launched ampoules with highly effective ingredient blends. These ampoules, tailored to target specific skin issues, offer a powerful complement to skincare regimens, characterized by high concentrations of active substances and a commitment to optimal outcomes.

In July 2024, Adragos Pharma, in partnership with the Prange Group, acquired a facility in Halden, Norway, formerly owned by Fresenius Kabi. This acquisition is particularly significant for the blow-fill-seal (BFS) technology market, as the facility specializes in producing IV bags, ampoules, and vials using BFS technology. This process is essential for maintaining the sterility of pharmaceutical products, which is critical in healthcare settings. By integrating this advanced manufacturing site into their operations, Adragos Pharma aims to enhance its service offerings, ensure high quality and reliability in production, and effectively meet the growing global demand for sterile pharmaceuticals.

Major companies operating in the blow-fill-seal technology market are Amanta Healthcare Ltd., Unither Pharmaceuticals SAS, Curida AS, Unipharma LLC, Weiler Engineering Inc., GlaxoSmithKline PLC, Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Horizon Therapeutics PLC, Brevetti Angela SRL, Recipharm AB, Rommelag Kunststoff-Maschinen Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH, Unicep Packaging LLC, Mahanagar Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Catalent Inc., The Ritedose Corporation, LyondellBasell Industries NV, Nupharma Group, Birgi Mefar Group, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, Pfizer Inc., Sanofi SA, Novartis International AG, Merck & Co. Inc., Johnson & Johnson Private Limited, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., AstraZeneca PLC, F Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Fresenius Kabi AG, B. Braun Melsungen AG, Sandoz International GmbH, Baxter International Inc., West Pharmaceutical Services Inc., Gerresheimer AG.

North America was the largest region in the blow-fill-seal technology market in 2024. The regions covered in the blow-fill-seal technology market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the blow-fill-seal technology market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Blow-fill-seal (BFS) technology represents an aseptic manufacturing approach where the container is formed, filled, and sealed seamlessly in a single automated system. The primary objective of this technology is to minimize the risk of microbial contamination and foreign particles, all while reducing the need for human intervention.

Blow-fill-seal technology is capable of producing various products, including bottles, ampoules, vials, prefilled syringes, and injectables. Bottles, in this context, refer to rigid or semi-rigid containers typically crafted from materials like glass or plastic, featuring a relatively narrow neck or mouth and often without a handle. These containers are manufactured using various materials such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and other materials like EVOH, accommodating both small and large volumes. The applications of blow-fill-seal technology span across pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, cosmetics, personal care, and other relevant industries.

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The blow-fill-seal (BFS) technology market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as packaging, process control, and system automation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The blow-fill-seal technology market also includes sales of syringes and injectable products, ophthalmic and inhalation products, and other products. 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.

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