Inflatable Bags Packaging Market Size, Trends & Future Outlook

The global inflatable bags packaging market is projected to grow from USD 175.14 million in 2023 to USD 277.68 million by 2033, achieving a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.86% from 2024 to 2033.

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The inflatable bags packaging market is projected to experience a considerable growth during the forecast period. Novel inflatable packaging offers comprehensive cushioning to safeguard fragile products during transportation, fitting a broad spectrum of sensitive items such as tablets, laptops, and wine bottles. These easy-to-use, space-saving bags inflate quickly, much like a balloon, and they maintain their inflation for up to two years. These air-filled, inflatable bags, which are usually composed of the polyethylene or other strong plastics, form a barrier of protection surrounding the packed product. Inflatable air bags guarantee that goods are shipped with maximum safety as well as integrity and reach the final location in perfect condition.

The surge in e-commerce coupled with the growing demand for lightweight packaging solutions is anticipated to augment the growth of the hot-fill food packaging market within the estimated timeframe. Furthermore, the advancements in inflatable packaging technology, including more efficient air inflation systems along with the increasing shift towards the sustainable packaging is also expected to support the market growth. Additionally, the versatility of inflatable bags in protecting fragile items and maintaining product integrity as well as its customization capabilities is also likely to contribute to the growth of the market in the years to come.

Inflatable Bags Packaging Market Key Trends and Findings

• Reducing transport quantities is the goal of an increasing number of packaging options. And in terms of fewer trucks required, lower transportation costs, carbon footprints, and resource use that strategy is paying off. Reducing packaging without sacrificing the product’s aesthetic appeal can save 40 truck trips in just three months, even for orders with lower volumes. This is a genuinely surprising scale. In a sustainable manner, the burden on the environment and roads is being reduced.
• In addition to its aesthetic appeal, packaging is becoming steadily more significant to a rising number of consumers in terms of how it feels. Naturalness is emphasized by the manufacture. Packaging designers can further intensify this appearance by creatively integrating the material, design, printing, and varnish.
• The interest of the consumers is evolving. Customers of the future are likely to prioritize making thoughtful choices and focusing on what’s really important. This has a significant effect on the packaging, which will soon include simpler, understated colors as well as the designs. The design is uncomplicated and the font is powerful without being overly complicated.
• Convenience features will change according to people’s requirements and gain importance over time. Developments in packaging will provide solutions including easy-to-open mechanisms, enhanced legibility, portion control, and numerous additional features.
• Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.95% during the forecast period owing to the industrial expansion, rising e-commerce activities, and increasing manufacturing sectors along with the demand for cost-effective and protective packaging solutions.
• North America held largest market share of 33.78% in 2023. This is due to the expansive e-commerce sector, technological advancements, and consumer demand for innovative and protective packaging.

Inflatable Bags Packaging Market Drivers

E-Commerce Expansion

The growing e-commerce industry is expected to support the growth of the market during the forecast period. According to the statistics by the Eurostat, while 92% of people in the EU between the ages of 16 and 74 visited the internet in the previous year, 70% of them made purchases or placed orders for products or services in 2023 which is a 2 percentage point rise from 2022. In 2023, the socioeconomic position as well as the educational level of internet shoppers was highly correlated with their profile. Also, as per the data by the International Trade Administration, in Korea, domestic internet sales increased from USD 168.5 billion in 2021 to USD 180.4 billion in 2022. The primary driver of the market’s growth is the widespread use of the smartphones. Home appliances and the electronics are predicted to be the most common products purchased from the domestic internet shops in 2022.

As per the same source, more than 27 million of the Canadians used e-commerce in 2022, making up 75% of the country’s total population. E-commerce sales were estimated to be around US$2.34 billion in March 2022. By 2025, retail e-commerce sales are projected to reach a total of US$40.3 billion. In Canada, electronics is presently the most popular product category. Consequently, as the online shopping continues to surge globally the demand for efficient inflatable bags is also likely to grow. E-commerce platforms require packaging that not only safeguards the products during the transit but also optimizes logistics and reduces costs. Inflatable bags, with their lightweight and the space-efficient design, offer a compelling solution to the e-commerce sector.

Inflatable Bags Packaging Market Restraints

Environmental Concerns with Plastic Packaging:

The increasing environmental concerns with plastic packaging are expected to hamper the growth of the inflatable bags packaging market during the forecast period. Polyethylene is a multipurpose polymer that can be utilized in two different forms known as low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and high-density polyethylene (HDPE). However, the environment and the human health bear a heavy price for its extensive usage. As per the Waste and Resources Action Programme, every year, 141 million tonnes of the packaging using plastic is produced worldwide. Approximately one-third of all the plastic packaging sold worldwide pollutes the surrounding area. Annually, the usage, production as well as the disposal of the plastics adds around 1.8 billion tonnes of carbon emissions.

Furthermore, less than 10% of the 7 billion tons of the plastic waste produced worldwide to date has been recycled and most of the plastic waste end up in the environment or are occasionally transported thousands of kilometers to be burned or discarded. The amount of funds lost each year just in the sorting and processing of waste plastic packaging is estimated to be around US$80 to US$120 billion. This pressure has spurred many companies to seek alternatives that are more environmentally friendly, such as biodegradable or compostable materials. As a result, inflatable bags made from the non-recyclable plastics may face resistance from the environmentally conscious consumers and regulatory bodies.

Inflatable Bags Packaging Market Opportunities

Emerging Markets

The expansion into emerging economies like China, India and Brazil, among others is anticipated to create opportunities for the growth of the inflatable bags packaging market in the near future. This is owing to the rapidly growing e-commerce sector and burgeoning retail industry and major player in global manufacturing and e-commerce sector. As per the National Bureau of Statistics of China, in 2023, the overall retail sales of products for consumers increased by 7.2 percent to USD 6,636.21 billion (47,149.5 billion Yuan). The e-commerce transactions totaled USD 6,590.86 billion (46,827.3 billion Yuan), up 9.4% from the previous year, while sales from online retailers totaled USD 2,171.24 billion (15,426.4 billion Yuan), an increase of 11 percent.

Also, as per the Mexican Online Sales Association, in 2022, the Mexico’s e-commerce market was estimated to be worth USD 26.2 billion, a 23 percent rise from the previous year. In terms of the global e-commerce retail growth rate, Mexico is ranked in the top five. In 2022, there were 63 million Mexicans using the e-commerce, a 5.5 million increase over 2021. Furthermore, as per the data published by the International Trade Administration, as the biggest economy in Latin America, Brazil’s e-commerce is growing at a 14.3% annual rate and is expected to reach US$200 billion by 2026. Brazilian consumers have accepted the ease and exclusive deals that e-commerce frequently provides, giving online retailers a chance to investigate new avenues for attracting and retaining the customers. As a result, this is expected to increase the demand for inflatable bags packaging that ensures product protection during the transportation.

Inflatable Bags Packaging Market Recent Developments by Key Market Players

• June, 2024: SEE introduced their innovative inflatable packaging technology, which is said to have a minimum of 30% recycled content, to offer medium-throughput enterprises on-demand cushioning and wrapping.
• September, 2022: Three new inflatable films with recycled content were introduced by Sealed Air. These films use thirty or fifty percent recycled plastic waste, helping businesses to fulfill the increasing need for packaging that is more ecologically friendly. The new inflatables are incredibly adaptable and may be used to safeguard goods in a wide range of supply chains, including e-commerce retail, Omni-channel as well as in the consumer electronics, automotive, and health and beauty sectors.

Inflatable Bags Packaging Market Players

Some of the key players in inflatable bags packaging market are Sealed Air Corporation, Pregis Corporation, Fromm Packaging Systems Inc., Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH, Sutton Performance Packaging, Uniqbag, Pakair®, Airpac Bukom Oilfield Services, Innovative Packaging Solutions, Inc., Inflatable Packaging Solutions (IPS), Automated Packaging Systems, among others.

Inflatable Bags Packaging Market Segments

By Material

• Polyethylene (PE)
• Polyamide (PA)
• Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
• Others

By End Use

• Electrical & Electronics
• Personal Care and Cosmetics
• Pharmaceuticals
• E-commerce
• Food & beverages
• Others

By Region

• North America
• • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • U.K.
  • France
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • South-East Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC Countries
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

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