| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 8.29 Billion |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 9.52 Billion |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 2.81 % |
| Market Concentration | Low |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market Analysis
The Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market size is worth USD 8.29 Billion in 2025, growing at an 2.81% CAGR and is forecast to hit USD 9.52 Billion by 2030.
Plastic packaging has become popular among consumers over other products, as plastic is lightweight and unbreakable, and is also easier to handle. Even significant players across regions manufacturers prefer to use plastic packaging, owing to the lower cost of production. Moreover, the introduction of polymers, such as polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE), is expanding the applications of plastic bottles. The market has been witnessing an increasing demand for PET bottles.
- Saudi Arabia is quickly emerging as one of the key markets in the Middle Eastern area for the plastic packaging sector. Aside from the oil and gas industry, the nation has a sizable consumer base and a broad range of industrial pursuits, contributing to the rapid annual increase in demand for plastic packaging.
- Additionally, the strong growth in the revenues from the non-oil sector and a considerable recovery in the Saudi Arabian economy due to the reviving crude oil prices are expected to set a positive outlook for the packaging industry in the country. Over the past few years, it has been observed that consumers in the country are moving toward sustainable packaging. Therefore, recyclable plastic packaging is expected to gain traction in the industry.
- Moreover, Saudi Arabia is witnessing a growing demand for halal beauty products. As the country majorly consists of Islamic population, these products have gained enormous popularity in the region. The popularity of these products is not limited to the Muslim community only. They have also gained importance among non-Muslim consumers, which is the major factor in the region's growth of halal cosmetics and vegan cosmetic products.
- The increasing awareness of the environmental effect of single-use plastic and unsustainable business practices have empowered consumers to demand a higher standard of products with less environmental impact.
- Multiple countries changed their usage of single-use plastics due to the COVID-19 epidemic, which affected the market under study. In order to keep up with an increase in demand for single-use plastic packaging and medical goods, supply networks became overburdened.
Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market Trends
Polyethylene (PE) Expected To Witness Significant Market Growth
- Polyethylene (PE) is one of the most durable types of plastic currently available; it is resistant to chemicals and has a low cost. PE has been derived from petroleum polymers and can withstand environmental hazards. It is broadly classified into high-density polyethylene (HDPE), low-density polyethylene (LDPE), and linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE).
- One of the most popular plastics for rigid packaging, especially in manufacturing, is high-density polyethylene (HDPE). HDPE is renowned for being strong and long-lasting. This plastic is frequently used in white and can also be colored to meet the packaging requirements. Milk cartons and rubbish bins are typically made from HDPE. Additionally, HDPE is the most popular material used to make plastic bottles. Additionally, it is utilized in culinary packaging items, including milk and juice jugs, squeeze butter and vinegar bottles, and containers for chocolate syrup.
- The growth of the food and personal care industries across the region is driving the need for PE, thereby positively impacting the market growth. The high rigidity and opacity of HDPE boosts its demand for improving transparency and other lightweight options. The colors used in HDPE resins are limited, limiting the design flexibility. However, the significant challenges for HDPE lie in its cost competency against substitutes and the added sustainability concern.
- LDPE is similar to HDPE in composition. LDPE is used primarily for squeeze applications. Although it is less rigid and chemically resistant than HDPE, it is more translucent. Additionally, the material is more expensive than HDPE due to its versatility and impact-resistant properties. Moreover, its recycling rate is less than HDPE and PET. It is used to make containers, trays, and bottles.
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Food Sector to Witness Significant Market Share
- Plastic packaging, including plastic bottles and containers, Pouches, and films, continues to be popular in industries for food packaging applications. Containers are used to pack sauces, and other consumer goods, which use HDPE and LDPE material for packaging.
- According to the Saudi Arabian General Authority for Investment (Sagia), spending on food services will increase by 6% per annum over the next five years. The increase in food delivery options is the separation between food preparation and consumption location. There is already a growing interest in 'dark kitchens' (without dining facilities) across the major cities in Saudi Arabia, further driving the market studied. This interest is going to increase over the coming years.
- Saudi Arabia is home to an increasing number of restaurants, and the food manufacturing sector benefits from the growth in population and income, lifestyle changes, state support, and favorable trade agreements. The demand for disposable packaged foods is growing, and more multinational companies are entering the market; for instance, in April 2021, the Popeyes fast-food restaurant chain partnered with Gulf First Fast-Food Company to organize and promote the Popeyes brand in Saudi Arabia.
- Owing to such demand, some companies are also establishing eco-friendly PET bottling water plants in Saudi Arabia. For instance, in January 2022, Kerry opened a 21,500-sq-ft state-of-the-art facility at its Jeddah operation in Saudi Arabia. Over the past four years, the company invested almost USD 90 million in the region. The facility, Kerry's most significant in North Africa, the Middle East, and Turkey (MENAT) region, will produce nutritious, sustainable food ingredients across the Middle East.
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Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Industry Overview
The plastic packaging industry is highly fragmented in the country, comprising market incumbents and accompanied by several regional Saudi Arabian contract packaging firms. Sustainable competitive advantage can be gained through design, technology, and application innovation.
In April 2022, Sealed Air announced a partnership on an advanced recycling program that will concentrate on recycling flexible plastics from the food supply chain and recreating them into new certified circular food-grade packaging.
Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market Leaders
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Napco Group (Napco National)
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ASPCO
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Sealed Air Corporation (Sealed Air Saudi Arabia)
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Printopack
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Zamil Plastic Industries Co.
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market News
- April 2022: Mondi and Thimonnier launched a new recyclable mono-material berlingot sachet for liquid soap refills. Coextruded polyethylene, a recyclable mono-material, is used to create the berlingot sachet (PE).
- February 2022: ExxonMobil sold certified circular polymers to Berry. The circular polymers were created utilizing the business's Exxtendrecycling technology, intended to broaden the selection of recyclable plastic materials and preserve product performance through many recycling cycles. Berry Global will create containers for food-grade packaging using polymers.
Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Industry Segmentation
Plastic packaging is a part of the multi-faceted system for providing products, from the point of manufacture to the point of consumption. Its principal purpose is to guard and ensure the safe and secure delivery of the product in flawless and perfect condition to the end user (manufacturer of product or consumer). Its role in a circular economy is to sustain the value of a product for as long as required and to help remove product waste.
The market for plastic packaging in Saudi Arabia is segmented by Packaging Rigid (material (Polyethylene (PE), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Polypropylene (PP), Polystyrene (PS), and Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)), End User Industry (Food, Beverage, Healthcare and Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics and Personal Care), Flexible (material (Polyethene (PE), Bi-orientated Polypropylene (BOPP), Cast Polypropylene (CPP), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)), End User Industry (Food, Beverage, Cosmetics and Personal Care), Product type (Plastic Films, Pouches, and Bags)). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD million) for all the above segments.
| Packaging Type | Rigid | Material | Polyethylene (PE) | |
| Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) | ||||
| Polypropylene (PP) | ||||
| Polystyrene (PS) and Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) | ||||
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | ||||
| End User Industry | Food | |||
| Beverage | ||||
| Healthcare and Pharmaceutical | ||||
| Cosmetics and Personal Care | ||||
| Other End User Industries | ||||
| Flexible | Material | Polyethene (PE) | ||
| Bi-orientated Polypropylene (BOPP) | ||||
| Cast Polypropylene (CPP) | ||||
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | ||||
| Other Flexible Plastic Packaging Materials | ||||
| End User Industry | Food | |||
| Beverage | ||||
| Cosmetics and Personal Care | ||||
| Other End User Industries | ||||
| Product Type | Plastic Films | |||
| Pouches | Stand-up | |||
| Flat | ||||
| Bags | ||||
| Other Product Types | ||||
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Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market Research FAQs
How big is the Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market?
The Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market size is worth USD 8.29 billion in 2025, growing at an 2.81% CAGR and is forecast to hit USD 9.52 billion by 2030.
What is the current Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market size?
In 2025, the Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 8.29 billion.
Who are the key players in Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market?
Napco Group (Napco National), ASPCO, Sealed Air Corporation (Sealed Air Saudi Arabia), Printopack and Zamil Plastic Industries Co. are the major companies operating in the Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market.
What years does this Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market size was estimated at USD 8.06 billion. The report covers the Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Saudi Arabia Plastic Packaging Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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