Rigid Packaging Market

By Material;

Plastic, Metal, Paper & Paperboard, Glass, and Bioplastic

By Product Design;

Single Material and Multi-material

By Manufacturing Process;

Injection Molding and Blow Molding

By Application;

Food & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn114430244 Published Date: August, 2025

Rigid Packaging Market Overview

Rigid Packaging Market (USD Million)

Rigid Packaging Market was valued at USD 190,907.42 million in the year 2024. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 298,622.99 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.6%.


Rigid Packaging Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 6.6 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)6.6 %
Market Size (2024)USD 190,907.42 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 298,622.99 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages396
190,907.42
2024
298,622.99
2031

Major Players

  • ALPLA Werke Alwin Lehner
  • Amcor Plc
  • Ardagh Group SA
  • Ball Corporation
  • Can Corporation of America Inc.
  • Crown Holdings Inc.
  • DS Smith Plc
  • Gerresheimer AG
  • Graham Packaging Co. LP
  • KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Rigid Packaging Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Rigid Packaging Market is gaining momentum as demand increases for strong, reliable, and cost-efficient packaging. Its robust structure ensures protection during transportation and storage, accounting for nearly 55% of packaging demand. Its dominance across industries emphasizes its critical role in safeguarding products.

Food and Beverage Applications
Over 45% of rigid packaging consumption is tied to the food and beverage industry, where bottles, cans, and jars preserve freshness and ensure extended shelf life. Its ability to handle both perishable and non-perishable goods makes it indispensable in this sector.

Healthcare and Personal Care Usage
Approximately 30% of demand arises from healthcare and personal care applications. Rigid packaging supports tamper-proof, hygienic, and secure packaging for medicines, cosmetics, and wellness items. Its functional and aesthetic benefits strengthen consumer trust and product value.

Sustainability and Technological Advancements
Nearly 35% of advancements focus on sustainable rigid packaging solutions, including recyclable plastics, biodegradable polymers, and lightweight formats. These innovations reflect the industry’s shift toward reducing environmental impact while maintaining product performance.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Material
    2. Market Snapshot, By Product Design
    3. Market Snapshot, By Manufacturing Process
    4. Market Snapshot, By Application
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Rigid Packaging Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Strength
        2. Durability
        3. Barrier properties
        4. Transportation
      2. Restraints
        1. Environmental concerns
        2. Cost factors
        3. Regulatory compliance
        4. Technological limitations
      3. Opportunities
        1. Innovation
        2. Sustainable Solutions
        3. Customization
        4. Market Expansion
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Rigid Packaging Market, By Material, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Plastic
      2. Metal
      3. Paper & Paperboard
      4. Glass
      5. Bioplastic
    2. Rigid Packaging Market, By Product Design, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Single Material

      2. Multi-material

    3. Rigid Packaging Market, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Injection Molding

      2. Blow Molding

    4. Rigid Packaging Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Food & Beverages
      2. Pharmaceuticals
      3. Personal Care
      4. Others
    5. Rigid Packaging Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. ALPLA Werke Alwin Lehner
      2. Amcor Plc
      3. Ardagh Group SA
      4. Ball Corporation
      5. Can Corporation of America Inc.
      6. Crown Holdings Inc.
      7. DS Smith Plc
      8. Gerresheimer AG
      9. Graham Packaging Co. LP
      10. KP Holding GmbH and Co. KG
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market