Flexible Pouch Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Flexible Pouch Market is segmented by Material (Plastic, Paper, Aluminum Foil), by Type (Stand Up Pouch, Flat Pouch), by Application (Food & Beverage, Cosmetic & Personal, Automotive) and Geography

Flexible Pouch Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Flexible Pouch Market Size

Flexible Pouch Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
CAGR 5.60 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia-Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Flexible Pouch Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Flexible Pouch Market Analysis

The Flexible Pouch Market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period.

  • The change in consumer demand from rigid to flexible packaging patterns is one of the major factor contributing to the significant growth of the global pouches market. The growing preference for stand-up pouches over other rigid packaging products such as metal cans and bottles is expected to provide considerable growth opportunities for the flexible packaging market.
  • Technological innovation, sustainability concerns, and attractive economics have driven significant growth in flexible packaging worldwide over the last two decades. Growing demand for consumer-friendly packaging and enhanced product protection is expected to drive the flexible pouch market as a viable and cost-effective alternative.
  • The increasing demand is attributed to the rising need for packaging solutions that are convenient and portable. For instance, according to a European Flexible Packaging Association survey, 66% of the respondents preferred flexible packaging owing to the ease of storage. Additionally, 65% based their purchase on their ability to reseal and 60% on the ease of opening.
  • According to the data published by Flexible Packaging Europe, flexible packaging is used for packing almost 40% of food produced in Europe while using only 10% of the packaging material consumed by the packaging industry.
  • Growing awareness of the ecological impact of plastics and unsustainable business practices has led consumers to demand higher standards of environmentally friendly products. Government agencies, consumers, and environmental groups have condemned the flexible packaging industry because of the waste produced by companies within the industry.
  • The recent outbreak of COVID-19 has left flexible packaging manufacturers in a deluge of problems that are expected to be short-lived. Lockdown impacts included supply chain disruptions, unavailability of raw materials used in the manufacturing process, labor shortages, price volatility that excessive production and exceeded budgets, and shipping issues.

Flexible Pouch Industry Overview

The Flexible Pouch Market is fragmented with significant players such as Mondi Group, Sealed Air Corporation, Amcor PLC, Huhtamaki Oyj, Sonoco Products Company, and more. Regarding market share, some of these significant players currently dominate the market. Certain areas of the market are expected to gain absolute dominance due to improved strategies.

  • April 2022 - ProAmpac announces the launch of its proprietary ProActive PCR retort pouches. ProActive PCR retort pouches are both EU and FDA-compliant for food contact retort applications and are designed for pet and human food packaging. ProActive PCR retort pouches provide over 30% PCR content by weight and reduce the use of virgin resin in the package.
  • November 2021 - Sonoco Products Company acquired the assets of Pac One's flexible packaging business. The acquired assets include three flexographic machines, three pouch-making machines, and an offline solventless laminator. These will be transferred to the existing Sonoco flexible packaging business.

Flexible Pouch Market Leaders

  1. Sealed Air Corporation

  2. Mondi Group

  3. Sonoco Products Company

  4. ProAmpac

  5. Amcor PLC

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Flexible Pouch Market Concentration
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Flexible Pouch Market News

  • July 2022 - Mondi is expanding its capabilities in sustainable packaging solutions for pet food by investing nearly EUR 65 million in three consumer flexible product packaging plants in Europe to meet the growing consumer demand for sustainable packaging solutions for pet food. This includes investment in new state-of-the-art machinery and equipment, increasing production capacity, and strengthening the site's position as the market leader in ready-made retort stand-up pouches for wet pet food.
  • February 2022 - Sealed Air Corporation expands its presence in Europe by acquiring Irish packaging solutions company Foxpak Flexibles, which works with major brands to offer packaging solutions such as stand-up and spout pouches and sachets. The company led the acquisition through SEE Ventures, a corporate initiative focused on investing in disruptive technologies and business models.

Flexible Pouch Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Deliverables
  • 1.2 Study Assumptions
  • 1.3 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Introduction to Market Drivers and Restraints
  • 4.3 Market Drivers
    • 4.3.1 Growing Demand for Packaged Food and Beverages to Boost the Market
    • 4.3.2 Increased Demand for Longer Shelf Life and Lifestyle Changes
  • 4.4 Market Restraints
    • 4.4.1 Concerns Regarding the Environment and Recycling
  • 4.5 Value Chain / Supply Chain Analysis
  • 4.6 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Force Analysis
    • 4.6.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.6.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.6.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.6.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.6.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.7 Impact of Covid-19 on the market

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 By Material
    • 5.1.1 Plastic
    • 5.1.2 Paper
    • 5.1.3 Aluminum Foil
  • 5.2 By Type
    • 5.2.1 Stand Up Pouch
    • 5.2.2 Flat Pouch
  • 5.3 By Application
    • 5.3.1 Food & Beverage
    • 5.3.2 Cosmetic & Personal Care
    • 5.3.3 Automotive
    • 5.3.4 Other Applications
  • 5.4 Geography
    • 5.4.1 North America
    • 5.4.2 Europe
    • 5.4.3 Asia Pacific
    • 5.4.4 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.4.5 Rest of the World

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Company Profiles*
    • 6.1.1 Berry Global Inc
    • 6.1.2 Mondi Group
    • 6.1.3 Huhtamaki
    • 6.1.4 Sealed Air Corporation
    • 6.1.5 Sonoco Products Company
    • 6.1.6 Smurfit Kappa
    • 6.1.7 Amcor PLC
    • 6.1.8 ProAmpac
    • 6.1.9 Uflex Limited
    • 6.1.10 Constantia Flexibles Inc.

7. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

8. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Flexible Pouch Industry Segmentation

Companies across the globe are more likely to choose pouches over rigid packaging products such as composite cans, containers, and boxes to reduce shipping costs due to their light weight and flexibility. The studied market is segmented based on material, type and end-user applications. The studied market briefs about the COVID-19 impact on the market and key trends adopted by the major players.

The Flexible Pouch Market is segmented by Material (Plastic, Paper, Aluminum Foil), by Type (Stand Up Pouch, Flat Pouch), by Application (Food & Beverage, Cosmetic & Personal, Automotive) and Geography

By Material Plastic
Paper
Aluminum Foil
By Type Stand Up Pouch
Flat Pouch
By Application Food & Beverage
Cosmetic & Personal Care
Automotive
Other Applications
Geography North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Middle East and Africa
Rest of the World
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Flexible Pouch Market Research FAQs

What is the current Flexible Pouch Market size?

The Flexible Pouch Market is projected to register a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period (2025-2030)

Who are the key players in Flexible Pouch Market?

Sealed Air Corporation, Mondi Group, Sonoco Products Company, ProAmpac and Amcor PLC are the major companies operating in the Flexible Pouch Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Flexible Pouch Market?

Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Flexible Pouch Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Flexible Pouch Market.

What years does this Flexible Pouch Market cover?

The report covers the Flexible Pouch Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Flexible Pouch Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Flexible Pouch Industry Report

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