The global barrier films for pharmaceutical packaging market size is anticipated to reach USD 10.94 billion by 2030 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.4% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The pharmaceutical packaging market, particularly barrier films, is experiencing significant growth driven by stringent regulatory requirements. Regulatory bodies such as the FDA and EMA continuously enhance standards for drug packaging integrity, demanding materials that offer superior protection against moisture, oxygen, light, and contaminants. For example, the implementation of stability testing protocols requires packaging that maintains drug efficacy throughout the product's shelf life, pushing manufacturers toward high-performance barrier films such as PVDC-coated PVC and aluminum laminates.
Technological advancements in barrier film development have revolutionized pharmaceutical packaging capabilities. Multi-layer co-extruded films combining materials such as polyethylene, EVOH, and nylon provide customizable barrier properties while maintaining flexibility and transparency. Moreover, the rise of biologics, biosimilars, and personalized medicine has created demand for specialized barrier packaging solutions. These temperature-sensitive and moisture-vulnerable products require packaging with exceptional barrier properties.
Market expansion in emerging economies and increasing consumer awareness about counterfeit medications are driving significant investments in barrier film technologies. Countries such as India, China, and Brazil are seeing rapid growth in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with corresponding increases in demand for high-quality packaging materials.
North America and Western Europe currently holds a major share of the pharmaceutical barrier films market, with their well-established pharmaceutical industries and stringent regulatory frameworks. The U.S. represents the largest country market, driven by its substantial healthcare expenditure and robust pharmaceutical innovation ecosystem. European countries such as Germany, Switzerland, and the UK are significant contributors due to their concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities and early adoption of high-performance packaging technologies. In these regions, demand focuses on ultra-high barrier films for biologics, specialty medications, and compliance with stringent track-and-trace regulations.
Barrier Films For Pharmaceuticals Packaging Market Report Highlights
- Based on material, the polyethylene (PE) material segment accounted for the largest revenue share of over 34.0% of the market in 2024.
- The polyethylene terephthalate (PET) segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period.
- Based on product type, the multilayer films segment accounted for the largest revenue share of over 46.0% of the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period.
- Based on application, the blister packaging segment dominated the market in 2024 by accounting for the largest revenue share of over 41.0% and is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 4.8% over the forecast period of 2025 to 2030.
- Based on region, Asia Pacific dominated the market by registering the largest revenue share of over 41.0% in 2024 and is projected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 5.1% over the forecast period of 2025 to 2030.
- In November 2023, TOPPAN Packaging Czech s.r.o, a subsidiary of the Japanese TOPPAN Group, commenced construction of a new barrier film manufacturing plant in Most, the Czech Republic. The facility was expected to produce GL BARRIER, a transparent barrier film designed for eco-friendly packaging, addressing the growing demand for sustainable packaging products in Europe.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.1.1. Market Segmentation
1.1.2. Market Definition
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Purchased Database
1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
1.3.4. Primary Research
1.4. Information Analysis
1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
1.7. List of Abbreviations
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Snapshot, 2024 (USD Million)
2.2. Segmental Snapshot
2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Chapter 3. Global Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Variables, Trends, and Scope
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.3.1. Raw Material Trends
3.3.2. Manufacturing/Technology Trends
3.4. Sales Channel Analysis
3.5. Regulatory Framework
3.6. Impact of Circular Economy on the Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market
3.7. Market Dynamics
3.7.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.7.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.7.3. Market Opportunity Analysis
3.7.4. Market Challenge Analysis
3.8. Business Environment Analysis
3.8.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.8.2. PESTEL Analysis
Chapter 4. Global Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market: Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1. Key Takeaways
4.2. Material Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
4.2.1. Polyethylene (PE)
4.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.2.2. Polypropylene (PP)
4.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.2.3. Polyamide (PA)
4.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.2.4. Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH)
4.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.2.5. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
4.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.2.6. Others
4.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 5. Global Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market: Product Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. Key Takeaways
5.2. Product Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
5.2.1. Single-layer Films
5.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.2.2. Multilayer Films
5.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.2.3. Coated Films
5.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.2.4. Laminated Films
5.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 6. Global Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Key Takeaways
6.2. Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
6.2.1. Blister Packaging
6.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.2. Bottles and Vials
6.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.3. Caps and Closures
6.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.4. Pouches
6.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.5. Others
6.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 7. Global Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market: Region Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. Key Takeaways
7.2. Regional Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
7.3. North America
7.3.1. North America Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.3.2. U.S.
7.3.2.1. U.S. Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.3.3. Canada
7.3.3.1. Canada Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.3.4. Mexico
7.3.4.1. Mexico Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.4. Europe
7.4.1. Europe Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.4.2. Germany
7.4.2.1. Germany Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.4.3. UK
7.4.3.1. UK Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.4.4. France
7.4.4.1. France Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.4.5. Italy
7.4.5.1. Italy Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.4.6. Spain
7.4.6.1. Spain Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.5. Asia Pacific
7.5.1. Asia Pacific Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.5.2. China
7.5.2.1. China Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.5.3. India
7.5.3.1. India Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.5.4. Japan
7.5.4.1. Japan Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.5.5. South Korea
7.5.5.1. South Korea Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.5.6. Australia
7.5.6.1. Australia Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.6. Central & South America
7.6.1. Central & South America Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.6.2. Brazil
7.6.2.1. Brazil Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.6.3. Argentina 7.6.3.1. Argentina Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.7. Middle East & Africa
7.7.1. Middle East & Africa Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.7.2. Saudi Arabia
7.7.2.1. Saudi Arabia Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.7.3. UAE
7.7.3.1. UAE Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
7.7.4. South Africa
7.7.4.1. South Africa Barrier Films for Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape
8.1. Key Global Players & Recent Developments & Their Impact on the Industry
8.2. Vendor Landscape
8.2.1. List of Raw Material Suppliers & Channel Partners
8.2.2. Company Categorization
8.3. Company Market Position Analysis
8.4. Company Heat Map Analysis
8.5. Company Dashboard Analysis
8.6. Strategy Mapping
8.6.1. Expansions
8.6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
8.6.3. Collaborations
8.6.4. New Product Launches
8.6.5. Others
Chapter 9. Company Listing (Overview, Financial Performance, Products Overview)
9.1. Klöckner Pentaplast
9.2. Sealed Air
9.3. Cosmo Films
9.4. UFlex Limited
9.5. Honeywell International Inc.
9.6. TOPPAN Inc.
9.7. ACG
9.8. West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc.
9.9. Tekni-Plex, Inc.
9.10. Neelam Global Pvt. Ltd.
9.11. Perlen Packaging
9.12. WEIFU Films
9.13. Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd.
9.14. ALMA Packaging AG
9.15. Vishakha Polyfab Pvt Ltd
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