Global Packaging Printing Market Size Study & Forecast, by Printing Ink, Printing Technology, Application, and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

The Global Packaging Printing Market is valued at approximately USD 415.08 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.20% from 2025 to 2035. As brands and manufacturers strive to captivate increasingly discerning consumers, packaging printing has evolved into a sophisticated blend of art and technology—enabling vibrant graphics, tactile finishes, and smart features that elevate both shelf impact and functional performance. Printing inks—ranging from aqueous to UV-based formulations—play a pivotal role in this transformation, delivering rapid curing, high adhesion, and compliance with stringent food-contact regulations.

Fueled by the e-commerce boom and the premiumization of consumer goods, the sector has witnessed a pronounced shift toward digital and flexographic technologies that can turn around short runs, variable data printing, and intricate designs with unparalleled speed. Gravure printing remains indispensable for high-volume, long-run applications where consistency and durability are paramount. Meanwhile, the growing emphasis on sustainability has prompted ink and technology suppliers to roll out recyclable substrates, low-migration inks, and energy-efficient curing methods that help brand owners reduce environmental footprints without compromising print quality.

Regionally, North America commands a significant share, underpinned by high R&D spending, advanced printing infrastructure, and strong demand in pharmaceuticals and food & beverage packaging. Europe follows closely, driven by rigid regulations on packaging safety, the circular-economy agenda, and robust cosmetics and luxury-goods sectors in countries such as Germany, France, and Italy. Asia Pacific is poised for the fastest expansion through 2035, as rapid urbanization, growing middle-class consumption, and booming packaged-food markets in China, India, and Southeast Asia create enormous printing volumes. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are also on an upward trajectory, supported by investments in FMCG manufacturing and rising healthcare packaging needs.

Major market players included in this report are:
• Sun Chemical
• Flint Group
• Siegwerk
• Toppan Printing Co., Ltd.
• Berry Global, Inc.
• Amcor plc
• Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co., Ltd.
• Huhtamaki Oyj
• Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
• R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company
• WestRock Company
• Multi-Color Corporation
• Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH
• Matthews International Corporation
• Quad/Graphics, Inc.

Global Packaging Printing Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period – 2025–2035
• Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa

The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.

The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Printing Ink:
• Aqueous
• UV-based

By Printing Technology:
• Flexography
• Gravure
• Digital

By Packaging Type:
• Labels & Tags
• Flexible

By Application:
• Food & Beverages
• Cosmetics
• Pharmaceuticals

By Region:

North America
• U.S.
• Canada

Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico

Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

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Chapter 1. Global Packaging Printing Market Report Scope & Methodology
1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Research Methodology
1.2.1. Forecast Model
1.2.2. Desk Research
1.2.3. Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach
1.3. Research Attributes
1.4. Scope of the Study
1.4.1. Market Definition
1.4.2. Market Segmentation
1.5. Research Assumption
1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
1.5.2. Limitations
1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
2.2. Strategic Insights
2.3. ESG Analysis
2.4. Key Findings
Chapter 3. Global Packaging Printing Market Forces Analysis
3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Packaging Printing Market (2024–2035)
3.2. Drivers
3.2.1. Escalating demand for premium, high-impact packaging in FMCG
3.2.2. E-commerce proliferation driving need for short runs and fast changeovers
3.3. Restraints
3.3.1. Stringent food-contact and environmental regulations increasing compliance costs
3.3.2. Volatility in raw-material (resins, pigments) prices compressing margins
3.4. Opportunities
3.4.1. Rising adoption of sustainable, recyclable inks and substrates
3.4.2. Integration of smart and functional printing (QR codes, NFC tags)
Chapter 4. Global Packaging Printing Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Model
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.2. Porter’s Five Forces Forecast Model (2024–2035)
4.3. PESTEL Analysis
4.3.1. Political
4.3.2. Economical
4.3.3. Social
4.3.4. Technological
4.3.5. Environmental
4.3.6. Legal
4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024–2025)
4.7. Global Pricing Analysis and Trends 2025
4.8. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Packaging Printing Market Size & Forecasts by Printing Ink 2025–2035
5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Aqueous
5.3. UV-based
Chapter 6. Global Packaging Printing Market Size & Forecasts by Printing Technology 2025–2035
6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Flexography
6.3. Gravure
6.4. Digital
Chapter 7. Global Packaging Printing Market Size & Forecasts by Packaging Type 2025–2035
7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Labels & Tags
7.3. Flexible
Chapter 8. Global Packaging Printing Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025–2035
8.1. Market Overview
8.2. Food & Beverages
8.3. Cosmetics
8.4. Pharmaceuticals
Chapter 9. Global Packaging Printing Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025–2035
9.1. Regional Market Snapshot
9.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
9.3. North America Packaging Printing Market
9.3.1. U.S.
9.3.2. Canada
9.4. Europe Packaging Printing Market
9.4.1. UK
9.4.2. Germany
9.4.3. France
9.4.4. Spain
9.4.5. Italy
9.4.6. Rest of Europe
9.5. Asia Pacific Packaging Printing Market
9.5.1. China
9.5.2. India
9.5.3. Japan
9.5.4. Australia
9.5.5. South Korea
9.5.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
9.6. Latin America Packaging Printing Market
9.6.1. Brazil
9.6.2. Mexico
9.7. Middle East & Africa Packaging Printing Market
9.7.1. UAE
9.7.2. Saudi Arabia
9.7.3. South Africa
9.7.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence
10.1. Top Market Strategies
10.2. Sun Chemical
10.2.1. Company Overview
10.2.2. Key Executives
10.2.3. Company Snapshot
10.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
10.2.5. Product/Services Port
10.2.6. Recent Development
10.2.7. Market Strategies
10.2.8. SWOT Analysis
10.3. Flint Group
10.4. Siegwerk
10.5. Toppan Printing Co., Ltd.
10.6. Berry Global, Inc.
10.7. Amcor plc
10.8. Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co., Ltd.
10.9. Huhtamaki Oyj
10.10. Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
10.11. R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company
10.12. WestRock Company
10.13. Multi-Color Corporation
10.14. Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH
10.15. Matthews International Corporation
10.16. Quad/Graphics, Inc.
List of Tables
Table 1. Global Packaging Printing Market, Report Scope
Table 2. Global Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Region 2024–2035
Table 3. Global Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Printing Ink 2024–2035
Table 4. Global Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Printing Technology 2024–2035
Table 5. Global Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Packaging Type 2024–2035
Table 6. Global Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts By Application 2024–2035
Table 7. U.S. Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 8. Canada Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 9. UK Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 10. Germany Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 11. France Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 12. Spain Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 13. Italy Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 14. Rest of Europe Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 15. China Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 16. India Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 17. Japan Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 18. Australia Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 19. South Korea Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 20. Rest of Asia Pacific Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 21. Brazil Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 22. Mexico Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 23. UAE Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 24. Saudi Arabia Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 25. South Africa Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
Table 26. Rest of Middle East & Africa Packaging Printing Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2024–2035
List of Figures
Figure 1. Global Packaging Printing Market, Research Methodology
Figure 2. Global Packaging Printing Market, Market Estimation Techniques
Figure 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
Figure 4. Global Packaging Printing Market, Key Trends 2025
Figure 5. Global Packaging Printing Market, Growth Prospects 2024–2035
Figure 6. Global Packaging Printing Market, Porter’s Five Forces Model
Figure 7. Global Packaging Printing Market, PESTEL Analysis
Figure 8. Global Packaging Printing Market, Value Chain Analysis
Figure 9. Packaging Printing Market By Printing Ink, 2025 & 2035
Figure 10. Packaging Printing Market By Printing Technology, 2025 & 2035
Figure 11. Packaging Printing Market By Packaging Type, 2025 & 2035
Figure 12. Packaging Printing Market By Application, 2025 & 2035
Figure 13. North America Packaging Printing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 14. Europe Packaging Printing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 15. Asia Pacific Packaging Printing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 16. Latin America Packaging Printing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 17. Middle East & Africa Packaging Printing Market, 2025 & 2035
Figure 18. Global Packaging Printing Market, Company Market Share Analysis (2025)

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