{"id":5349,"date":"2024-03-13T12:13:20","date_gmt":"2024-03-13T16:13:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/?p=5349"},"modified":"2025-01-02T06:36:02","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T11:36:02","slug":"packaging-printing-statistics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Critical Packaging and Printing Statistics You Need to Know (2025)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#1-north-america-corners-the-largest-share-of-the-global-custom-packaging-market\" title=\"1.\u00a0North America corners the largest share of the global custom packaging market.\">1.\u00a0North America corners the largest share of the global custom packaging market.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#2-food-and-beverage-make-up-the-largest-end-user-segment\" title=\"2.\u00a0Food and beverage make up the largest end-user segment.\">2.\u00a0Food and beverage make up the largest end-user segment.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#3-paperboard-is-still-the-most-widely-used-packaging-material\" title=\"3.\u00a0Paperboard is still the most widely used packaging material.\">3.\u00a0Paperboard is still the most widely used packaging material.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#4-the-demand-for-sustainable-packaging-is-anticipated-to-push-the-markets-value-to-4905-billion-by-2034\" title=\"4.\u00a0The demand for sustainable packaging is anticipated to push the market&#8217;s value to $490.5 billion by 2034.\u00a0\">4.\u00a0The demand for sustainable packaging is anticipated to push the market&#8217;s value to $490.5 billion by 2034.\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#5-luxury-packagings-market-value-may-reach-1777-billion-in-2024\" title=\"5.\u00a0Luxury packaging&#8217;s market value may reach $17.77 billion in 2024.\">5.\u00a0Luxury packaging&#8217;s market value may reach $17.77 billion in 2024.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#6-pressure-sensitive-labels-led-the-label-printing-solutions-market\" title=\"6.\u00a0Pressure-sensitive labels led the label printing solutions market.\">6.\u00a0Pressure-sensitive labels led the label printing solutions market.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#7-consumers-clamor-for-more-transparency-in-product-labels\" title=\"7.\u00a0Consumers clamor for more transparency in product labels.\">7.\u00a0Consumers clamor for more transparency in product labels.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#8-smart-packaging-enhances-product-traceability\" title=\"8.\u00a0Smart packaging enhances product traceability.\">8.\u00a0Smart packaging enhances product traceability.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#9-the-adoption-of-packaging-automation-accelerates\" title=\"9.\u00a0The adoption of packaging automation accelerates.\">9.\u00a0The adoption of packaging automation accelerates.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#10-brands-and-suppliers-embrace-ai-for-production-efficiency-and-to-determine-the-%e2%80%9cideal-package%e2%80%9d\" title=\"10. Brands and suppliers embrace AI for production efficiency and to determine the &#8220;ideal package.&#8221;\">10. Brands and suppliers embrace AI for production efficiency and to determine the &#8220;ideal package.&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-printing-statistics\/#combine-data-driven-decisions-with-custom-packaging-expertise\" title=\"Combine Data-Driven Decisions with Custom Packaging Expertise\u00a0\">Combine Data-Driven Decisions with Custom Packaging Expertise\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After becoming aware of upcoming <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/packaging-trends\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trends in product packaging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you might be looking for more reasons to review your current investments and determine the direction you must take<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">whether you sell products, design boxes, or supply packaging or the materials to make them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Researching your niche or local area is necessary to stay in step with your competitors.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You can tell how patronized a business is in your city, town, or neighborhood by counting the pairs of hands or the number of households\u2014and trash bins\u2014that end up having its product packaging.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>However, learning about the packaging industry\u2019s status on a global scale can prepare you for the long haul and spark new ideas.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Packaging suppliers and their customers continue to face cost reduction and pricing challenges. Nevertheless, current statistics show a healthy demand for custom product packaging. Let\u2019s discover what makes it a thriving business worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-north-america-corners-the-largest-share-of-the-global-custom-packaging-market\"><\/span><b>1.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>North America corners the largest share of the global custom packaging market.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5343\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/north-america-corners-largest-share-of-global-custom-packaging-market.png\" alt=\"north america corners largest share of global custom packaging market\" width=\"1846\" height=\"850\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/north-america-corners-largest-share-of-global-custom-packaging-market.png 1846w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/north-america-corners-largest-share-of-global-custom-packaging-market-966x445.png 966w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/north-america-corners-largest-share-of-global-custom-packaging-market-1024x472.png 1024w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/north-america-corners-largest-share-of-global-custom-packaging-market-768x354.png 768w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/north-america-corners-largest-share-of-global-custom-packaging-market-1536x707.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The market value of custom packaging worldwide was pegged at<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/news-release\/2023\/07\/13\/2704382\/0\/en\/Custom-Packaging-Market-to-Hit-USD-63-07-Billion-by-2030-With-a-CAGR-of-5-32.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$43.88 billion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2023. Growing at a predicted compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.32%, the sector will be worth $63.07 billion by 2030. Meanwhile, the global packaging design services market had an estimated value of<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.coherentmarketinsights.com\/market-insight\/packaging-design-services-market-5849\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$24.63 billion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2023.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Analysts forecast it to be worth $32.42 billion by 2030 based on a CAGR of 4%. <\/span><b>On the other hand, packaging printing has a projected CAGR of 4.2%. By 2026, the value of food, beverage, personal care, and cosmetic sectors is predicted to rise to <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inkworldmagazine.com\/issues\/2024-01-01\/view_breaking-news\/packaging-printing-market-worth-433-4b-by-2025-mar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>$433.4 billion<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Let\u2019s look at the status of packaging design services by region:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The bulk of supply and demand for packaging design services comes from North America, with a global market share of over 35%.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The high number of consumer goods suppliers, a well-established packaging industry, and strong branding practices fuel this region&#8217;s growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Europe<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ranks second (25%+ market share), driven by its growing eCommerce and design innovation inspired by strict sustainability regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, <\/span><b>Asia-Pacific&#8217;s (APAC)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> rising consumer base and rapid urbanization puts the region in third place (20%+ market share).<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/what-is-custom-packaging\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Branded packaging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is as important as the product to its social media and online sales-obsessed citizenry. <\/span><b>However, industry analysts foresee APAC&#8217;s contribution to the global market rising to<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.technavio.com\/report\/packaging-market-industry-analysis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>41%<\/b><\/a><b> due to eCommerce growth in China, India, and Japan.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-food-and-beverage-make-up-the-largest-end-user-segment\"><\/span><b>2.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Food and beverage make up the largest end-user segment.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5340\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/food-and-beverage-make-up-the-largest-end-user-segment-bakery-goods-confectionery-noodles-pasta.jpeg\" alt=\"food and beverage make up the largest end-user segment bakery goods confectionery noodles pasta\" width=\"1761\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/food-and-beverage-make-up-the-largest-end-user-segment-bakery-goods-confectionery-noodles-pasta.jpeg 1761w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/food-and-beverage-make-up-the-largest-end-user-segment-bakery-goods-confectionery-noodles-pasta-966x549.jpeg 966w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/food-and-beverage-make-up-the-largest-end-user-segment-bakery-goods-confectionery-noodles-pasta-1024x581.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/food-and-beverage-make-up-the-largest-end-user-segment-bakery-goods-confectionery-noodles-pasta-768x436.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/food-and-beverage-make-up-the-largest-end-user-segment-bakery-goods-confectionery-noodles-pasta-1536x872.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The global <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/custom-food-packaging-boxes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">food and beverage packaging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> market was<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imarcgroup.com\/food-packaging-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$385.1 billion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2023.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/bakery-boxes\/\"><b>Bakery<\/b><\/a><b> goods, confectionery,<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/noodle-boxes\/\"><b>noodles<\/b><\/a><b>, and pasta held the largest market share.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Demand for packaged food, such as pre-cut vegetables, microwaveable snacks, and other ready-to-eat meals, has been forecast to remain high.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Consumers expect packaging that allows on-the-go consumption (single-serve beverages and snacks) and extends the shelf life of food items so they can stock up.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Food safety and hygiene are the other top priorities. However, more food manufacturers will turn to<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/global-packaging-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">flexible packaging solutions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Drinks in plastic bottles will continue to grow popular due to convenience and recyclability.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-paperboard-is-still-the-most-widely-used-packaging-material\"><\/span><b>3.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Paperboard is still the most widely used packaging material.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smithers&#8217; &#8220;<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithers.com\/resources\/2023\/november\/packaging-market-set-for-further-growth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Future of Global Packaging to 2028<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; report says that flexible plastics and paperboard are currently the most preferred packaging materials. <\/span><b>However,<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/cardboard-vs-corrugated-carton-boxes\/\"><b>paperboard<\/b><\/a><b> (folding cartons, corrugated board, and liquid paperboard) takes up the larger chunk of the two, accounting for 31.8% of global packaging material value.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eCommerce and new premium sustainable paper alternatives to plastic are the primary growth drivers. Moreover, paper will continue to be the top option for soft cheeses, flour, sugar, fast food wrapping,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/medicine-packaging-boxes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical packaging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and metalized cigarette bundling.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-the-demand-for-sustainable-packaging-is-anticipated-to-push-the-markets-value-to-4905-billion-by-2034\"><\/span><b>4.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>The demand for sustainable packaging is anticipated to push the market&#8217;s value to <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.futuremarketinsights.com\/reports\/sustainable-packaging-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>$490.5 billion<\/b><\/a><b> by 2034.\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5344 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/demand-for-sustainable-packaging-increasing-in-market-value-and-among-young-consumers-e1710339679894.png\" alt=\"demand for sustainable packaging increasing in market value and among young consumers\" width=\"1465\" height=\"896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/demand-for-sustainable-packaging-increasing-in-market-value-and-among-young-consumers-e1710339679894.png 1465w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/demand-for-sustainable-packaging-increasing-in-market-value-and-among-young-consumers-e1710339679894-966x591.png 966w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/demand-for-sustainable-packaging-increasing-in-market-value-and-among-young-consumers-e1710339679894-1024x626.png 1024w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/demand-for-sustainable-packaging-increasing-in-market-value-and-among-young-consumers-e1710339679894-768x470.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The industry grew 4.9% between 2019 and 2023 amid the growing preference for biodegradable and compostable solutions. <\/span>Younger consumers and urban dwellers are among its top users in America. <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/custom-paper-bags\/\"><b>Bags<\/b><\/a><b> and sacks dominated this segment with a 25.4% share. <\/b>Safety consciousness during the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the demand for &#8220;green packaging.&#8221; <b>North America is expected to dominate the global market share in sustainable packaging (25%), followed by East Asia (18.5%) and Western Europe (16.4%).<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>American sustainability views vary by demographics.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In America, 43% of respondents to a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/~\/media\/mckinsey\/industries\/paper%20and%20forest%20products\/our%20insights\/sustainability%20in%20packaging%20us%20survey%20insights\/sustainability-in-packaging-us-survey-insights.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">McKinsey survey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> gave environmental considerations high importance. However, prioritizing this issue varies based on age and location amid inflation concerns:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainability is a \u201cvery or extremely\u201d important factor among millennials (39%) and Gen Z (37%) consumers compared to baby boomers (18%).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Urban residents (40%) also consider the environmental impact of their purchases more than those in rural areas (21%). However, 2\/3 of the McKinsey poll participants admitted they have little or no confidence in determining which product packaging is recyclable.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A survey by<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.azocleantech.com\/news.aspx?newsID=33775\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TIPA Compostable Packaging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> showed that U.S. concerns about plastic waste from packaging vary between the East and West Coast. In all, 84% of 1,500 respondents find the issue disturbing.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>Washington<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>New York<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><b>California<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">% willing to use compostable packaging as an alternative<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">64%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">57%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">54%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">% believe eco-friendly alternatives to traditional plastic packaging are important to daily life<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">56%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">55%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">60%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">% willing to pay 5% more for their preferred plastic alternative (food products)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">72%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">71%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">75%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">% buy fresh produce in alternative plastic packaging<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">% buy eCommerce goods in sustainable packaging<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19%<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>U.S. consumers offer to pay lower \u201cpremiums\u201d for sustainable packaging.\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About 50% of consumers expressed willingness to pay more for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/eco-friendly-packaging\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eco-friendly packaging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but only by 1% to 3% more. <\/span><b>The report emphasized that sustainability has taken a back seat to product affordability, quality, and convenience in buying decisions.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5345\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/importance-of-packaging-characteristics-to-consumers-affordability-quality-convenience.png\" alt=\"importance of packaging characteristics to consumers affordability quality convenience\" width=\"1844\" height=\"1442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/importance-of-packaging-characteristics-to-consumers-affordability-quality-convenience.png 1844w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/importance-of-packaging-characteristics-to-consumers-affordability-quality-convenience-885x692.png 885w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/importance-of-packaging-characteristics-to-consumers-affordability-quality-convenience-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/importance-of-packaging-characteristics-to-consumers-affordability-quality-convenience-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/importance-of-packaging-characteristics-to-consumers-affordability-quality-convenience-1536x1201.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, according to a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stern.nyu.edu\/experience-stern\/about\/departments-centers-initiatives\/centers-of-research\/center-sustainable-business\/research\/research-initiatives\/effective-sustainability-communications-best-practice-guide-brands-marketers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New York University study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, products tend to increase their appeal among American shoppers when brands add two sustainability claims to core attributes (such as health benefits, financial savings, and community benefits).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-luxury-packagings-market-value-may-reach-1777-billion-in-2024\"><\/span><b>5.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Luxury packaging&#8217;s market value may reach<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/luxury-packaging-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>$17.77 billion<\/b><\/a><b> in 2024.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Two-piece boxes were the <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.futuremarketinsights.com\/reports\/luxury-rigid-boxes-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>most widely used<\/b><\/a><b> among luxury<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/rigid-boxes-luxury-packaging\/\"><b>rigid box<\/b><\/a><b> types.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Electronic consumer goods, perfumes, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/custom-cosmetic-packaging-boxes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cosmetics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and jewelry fueled demand for this format, which accounted for over 31.4% of the market share.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Meanwhile, boxes with magnetic closures are expected to capture 45% of the global market in 2024.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Besides their premium look and feel, their appeal comes from ease of use and enhanced product protection. Asia-Pacific will reportedly be the epicenter of luxury packaging growth as the region continues to experience a surge in new <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/custom-fashion-apparel-packaging-boxes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fashion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/makeup-boxes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cosmetic product<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> launches.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More high-end brands are adopting sustainable materials. Brands will continue to align their packaging with their buyers&#8217; heightened environmental consciousness by going plastic-free. For example, Apple offered its<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apple.com\/environment\/pdf\/products\/watch\/Apple_Watch_Series_9_PER_Sept2023.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apple Watch Series 9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in fiber packaging. The tech giant announced that it will fully replace its plastic packaging with a fiber-based alternative by 2025.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-pressure-sensitive-labels-led-the-label-printing-solutions-market\"><\/span><b>6.<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b><b>Pressure-sensitive labels led the label printing solutions market.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>According to Smithers&#8217; &#8220;<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithers.com\/services\/market-reports\/printing\/the-future-of-labels-release-liners-to-2028\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>The Future of Labels and Release Liners to 2028<\/b><\/a><b>&#8221; report, pressure-sensitive (self-adhesive) labels bagged the largest (almost 45%) market share by volume.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The majority\u2014nearly 40%\u2014of label suppliers used flexographic printing for production in 2023.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such printers are known for their exceptional quality even while operating at high speed, making them a reliable choice. Moreover, they can work on various materials, including metal, glass, and other non-porous surfaces. Digital label printing solutions will achieve a CAGR of<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.technavio.com\/report\/digital-label-printing-solutions-market-industry-analysis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6.39%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between 2023 and 2028 to record a USD2.32-billion incremental growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>The top end-user segment for these labels consisted of alcoholic drink manufacturers (almost 30%).<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At the same time, the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/news-release\/2023\/07\/13\/2704031\/0\/en\/Printed-Labels-Market-to-Amplify-US-40-1-Billion-by-2033-Globally-Future-Market-Insights-Inc.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chemicals sector<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has also contributed to its growth amid the increasing need for labels that can withstand harsh environments and prevent counterfeiting and tampering.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-consumers-clamor-for-more-transparency-in-product-labels\"><\/span><b>7.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Consumers clamor for more transparency in product labels.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5342\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/consumers-seek-transparency-in-product-labels-and-packaging-for-authenticity.jpeg\" alt=\"consumers seek transparency in product labels and packaging for authenticity\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/consumers-seek-transparency-in-product-labels-and-packaging-for-authenticity.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/consumers-seek-transparency-in-product-labels-and-packaging-for-authenticity-966x645.jpeg 966w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/consumers-seek-transparency-in-product-labels-and-packaging-for-authenticity-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/consumers-seek-transparency-in-product-labels-and-packaging-for-authenticity-768x513.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Authenticity is critical. <\/span><b>In particular, the call for transparent food product information has grown stronger among grocery shoppers from 2018 to 2023 (<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmi.org\/newsroom\/latest-news\/view\/2023\/11\/14\/new-insights-from-fmi-and-niq-reveal-food-shoppers-increasingly-prioritize-product-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>from 69% to 76%<\/b><\/a><b>).<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Consumers are pushing for &#8220;clean labels&#8221; that clearly and honestly state the product&#8217;s identity, net weight, nutritional facts, ingredient list with allergen and health claims, and manufacturer&#8217;s address.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>In fashion,<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/fashionunited.uk\/news\/fashion\/consumers-want-more-transparency-about-the-provenance-of-garments\/2023050369322\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>two-thirds of shoppers<\/b><\/a><b> want more accountability about product sourcing, manufacturing processes, and labor practices.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> As a result, brands have started incorporating QR codes and digital tags into their labeling to provide such information.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shoppers are also wary of &#8220;greenwashing&#8221; or sustainability claims. A<\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sbweb.s3.amazonaws.com\/website\/Socio-Cultural+Research\/SB_2023_Socio-Cultural-Trends_Highlights_October-Pulse.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainable Brands and Ipsos survey<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> revealed that 67% of consumers are suspicious of businesses using environmental and social messages to entice them to buy. <\/span><b>Meanwhile, a<\/b>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nielseniq.com\/global\/en\/insights\/report\/2023\/how-to-turn-green-consumer-intentions-into-sustainable-actions\/#report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>NielsenIQ report<\/b><\/a><b> says 77% of consumers will stop buying from &#8220;greenwashed&#8221; brands.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-smart-packaging-enhances-product-traceability\"><\/span><b>8.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Smart packaging enhances product traceability.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5341\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/smart-packaging-enhances-product-traceability.jpeg\" alt=\"smart packaging enhances product traceability\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/smart-packaging-enhances-product-traceability.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/smart-packaging-enhances-product-traceability-966x644.jpeg 966w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/smart-packaging-enhances-product-traceability-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/smart-packaging-enhances-product-traceability-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned earlier, digital tags or smart packaging allow businesses to monitor food, chemical\/medical products, and<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/how-to-safely-ship-products\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fragile items<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that need to maintain freshness and temperature requirements. Examples include QR codes, RFID, and NFC chip-enabled labels. With a projected CAGR of 4.5%, this<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.futuremarketinsights.com\/reports\/smart-packaging-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$24.6-billion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> segment is estimated to reach $38.3 billion by 2033.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>This segment&#8217;s growth drivers include the developing eCommerce market, the rising elderly population, and increased demand for superior logistics, especially in emerging economies experiencing rising tech modernization<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/custom-labels\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">labels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provide authentication and promote product safety in case of product recalls. Brands are also using smart<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/custom-labels\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">custom labels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or tags to learn more about buyers and offer interactive experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-the-adoption-of-packaging-automation-accelerates\"><\/span><b>9.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>The adoption of packaging automation accelerates.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5347\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/adoption-of-packaging-automation-and-technology-accelerates.jpg\" alt=\"adoption of packaging automation and technology accelerates\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/adoption-of-packaging-automation-and-technology-accelerates.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/adoption-of-packaging-automation-and-technology-accelerates-966x644.jpg 966w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/adoption-of-packaging-automation-and-technology-accelerates-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/adoption-of-packaging-automation-and-technology-accelerates-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Automation levels have increased in<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/en\/news-release\/2023\/04\/03\/2639684\/0\/en\/Transforming-the-Packaging-Industry-How-Automation-Meets-the-Demand-for-Efficiency.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><b>91% of North American packaging companies<\/b><\/a><b> in recent years to reduce errors, increase speed, lower labor costs, and improve product quality.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Autonomous mobile robots can transport products and materials around warehouses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, larger and more stationary robots handle labeling, sealing, and palletizing. Another trend is the deployment of collaborative robots or cobots to work alongside human staff. They&#8217;re programmed to do repetitive and dangerous or strenuous tasks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>SkyQuest sees Asia-Pacific as the fastest-growing hub based on International Federation of Robotics data, which shows that 63% of worldwide industrial robot sales come from this region. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">China and Japan are among the leading players, particularly in the fiercely competitive food packaging sector. Facts &amp; Factors researchers valued the global packaging automation market at<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fnfresearch.com\/packaging-automation-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$68.95 billion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2023. They foresee it growing to $124.53 billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 7.67%.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-brands-and-suppliers-embrace-ai-for-production-efficiency-and-to-determine-the-%e2%80%9cideal-package%e2%80%9d\"><\/span><b>10.<\/b> <b>Brands and suppliers embrace AI for production efficiency and to determine the &#8220;ideal package.&#8221;<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/market.us\/report\/ai-in-the-packaging-market\/#overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Market.us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> predicts that AI in global packaging will rise at a CAGR of 11.26% from USD2.67 billion in 2023 to USD7.33 billion by 2033.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Machine learning (ML) and AI optimize workflows.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>The ML segment took 47% of the market share with its role in enhancing operational efficiency.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Companies are integrating AI into their production for quality monitoring and control. Predictive maintenance is another innovation in packaging operations, helping production heads and owners save costs by detecting anomalies or errors, thereby preventing failures. AI can also streamline inventory management to ensure optimal stock levels. At the same time, it can determine the most efficient routes to hasten the delivery process and minimize transport costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Marketers and designers tap AI to acquire and retain clients.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>Meanwhile, the packaging design and customization segment captured a 33% share with the rise in personalization and innovative solutions.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ultimately,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> AI-powered tools can help businesses track and analyze shopper behavior, patterns, and preferences in real time. The results of the analysis can then help them tweak packaging to suit their buyers&#8217; preferred design, from color and<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/blog\/box-sizes-how-to-measure-a-box\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">size<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to messaging. eCommerce experts say that applying these insights can help boost sales by<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/pulse\/how-packaging-companies-use-ai-boost-sales-over-70-optimum-7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">over 70%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"combine-data-driven-decisions-with-custom-packaging-expertise\"><\/span><b>Combine Data-Driven Decisions with Custom Packaging Expertise\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5348\" src=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Combine-Data-Driven-Decisions-with-Custom-Packaging-Expertise-.jpeg\" alt=\"Combine Data-Driven Decisions with Custom Packaging Expertise\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Combine-Data-Driven-Decisions-with-Custom-Packaging-Expertise-.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Combine-Data-Driven-Decisions-with-Custom-Packaging-Expertise--692x692.jpeg 692w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Combine-Data-Driven-Decisions-with-Custom-Packaging-Expertise--1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Combine-Data-Driven-Decisions-with-Custom-Packaging-Expertise--768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Combine-Data-Driven-Decisions-with-Custom-Packaging-Expertise--60x60.jpeg 60w, https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Combine-Data-Driven-Decisions-with-Custom-Packaging-Expertise--86x86.jpeg 86w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 706px) 89vw, (max-width: 767px) 82vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An awareness of market and consumer data on product packaging allows you to properly harness the power of these motivational triggers to purchase.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can&#8217;t focus on design innovation and production tools alone. If we desire business longevity, we must stay informed\u2014not just to mitigate workflow risks. We should use data to discover opportunities for customer engagement, exploration, and growth.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Armed with the facts we shared above, you can reflect on your current business strategy more objectively and chart a resilient future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Refine Packaging<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the top choice for 1000s of small businesses, Inc 5000, and Fortune 500 companies alike when it comes to custom packaging boxes. With super fast production times, affordable pricing, and a sky\u2019s the limit attitude, we\u2019ll help you turn your custom packaging into a competitive differentiator.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/refinepackaging.com\/get-free-quote\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a dedicated packaging specialist will guide you through every step of the custom packaging process without breaking a sweat.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After becoming aware of upcoming trends in product packaging, you might be looking for more reasons to review your current investments and determine the direction you must take\u2014whether you sell products, design boxes, or supply packaging or the materials to make them. 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