Global Liquid Packaging Carton Market - 2023-2030

Global Liquid Packaging Carton Market - 2023-2030


The Global Liquid Packaging Cartons Market will be US$ 11.2 billion in 2022 and is projected to witness lucrative growth by reaching up to US$ 15.9 billion by 2030. The market is growing at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period 2023-2030.

Paperboard cartons, also known as paper-based packaging, are gaining popularity in the liquid packaging industry. Paperboard cartons provide a sustainable alternative to plastic bottles and cans. Aseptic packaging is a trend in the liquid packaging cartons market, particularly for products that require extended shelf life without the need for refrigeration or preservatives. Aseptic packaging involves sterilizing the packaging materials and the liquid product separately, and then filling and sealing the cartons under sterile conditions to maintain product integrity.

Liquid packaging cartons are designed to provide optimal barrier properties, protecting the contents from light, moisture, and oxygen. Advanced coatings and laminations are used to enhance the cartons' barrier properties, maintaining product freshness and quality throughout the shelf life.

Market Dynamics

Rising Demand for Milk is Anticipated to Grow the Liquid Packaging Carton Market’s Growth

Dairy products, including milk, are staple foods in many cultures and diets. The demand for dairy products, such as milk, cheese, and yogurt, is on the rise due to factors like increasing health consciousness, dietary preferences, and the perception of dairy as a nutritious source of protein and essential nutrients.

According to Statista, till 2022, the total domestic consumption volume of milk was over 203 million metric tons in India. This was an increase as compared to the previous year when the consumption volume was about 199 million metric tons. This growing consumption of milk creates opportunities for the liquid packaging cartons market to provide efficient and suitable packaging solutions.

Growing Beverage Industry is a Remarkable Opportunity for the Liquid Packaging Carton Market

The beverage industry is experiencing significant growth globally, driven by increasing consumer demand for various beverages, including carbonated drinks, juices, dairy-based drinks, energy drinks, and ready-to-drink beverages.

This growing demand for beverages requires efficient and sustainable packaging solutions. According to Statista, the number of users in the beverages market is expected to amount to 1,454 million users by 2027. To meet these demands, liquid packaging cartons offer suitable characteristics, such as barrier properties and customizable designs.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The COVID-19 Analysis includes Pre-COVID Scenario, COVID Scenario, and Post-COVID Scenario along with Pricing Dynamics (Including pricing change during and post-pandemic comparing it with pre-COVID scenarios), Demand-Supply Spectrum (Shift in demand and supply owing to trading restrictions, lockdown, and subsequent issues), Government Initiatives (Initiatives to revive market, sector or Industry by Government Bodies) and Manufacturers Strategic Initiatives (What manufacturers did to mitigate the COVID issues will be covered here).

Segment Analysis

The Global Liquid Packaging Carton Market is segmented based on carton type, liquid type, shelf life, application, and region.

By Application, the Fruit Juice Segment Accounted for the Highest Share of the Global Liquid Packaging Carton Market

Fruit juices are widely consumed beverages globally due to their refreshing taste and perceived health benefits. Consumers are increasingly inclined towards natural and healthier beverage options, and fruit juices align with these preferences.

According to Statista, in the Juices segment, volume is expected to amount to 37.63 billion liters by 2027. The same report states that the juices segment is expected to show a volume growth of 1.8% in 2024.

The growing consumer demand for fruit juices contributes to their significant market share in the liquid packaging cartons industry. Liquid packaging cartons provide a suitable packaging solution for fruit juices, allowing for easy storage, pouring, and consumption, which contributes to their popularity in the market.

Geographical Analysis

North America is the Fastest-Growing Market in the Liquid Packaging Carton Industry

North America, particularly the United States and Canada, has a large and growing consumer base with a high demand for packaged beverages and liquid products. Factors such as changing consumer preferences, convenience-driven consumption, and a shift towards healthier beverage options contribute to the region's increasing demand for liquid packaging cartons.

The North American region is known for its technological advancements and continuous innovations in the packaging industry. Manufacturers and suppliers in the region are investing in research and development to enhance liquid packaging cartons' functionality, design, and sustainability. These innovations attract customers and contribute to the growth of the market.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players include the Liquid Packaging Cartons market are Tetra Pak, Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd., Mondi, Refresco Group, Pactiv Evergreen Inc., Ferd, Greatview Aseptic Packaging Company, Liqui-Box, Onex Corporation, and Reynolds.

Why Purchase the Report?
• To visualize the Global Liquid Packaging Cartons Market segmentation based on carton type, liquid type, shelf life, and application to understand key commercial assets and players.
• Identify commercial opportunities by analyzing trends and co-development.
• Excel data sheet with numerous liquid packaging carton market-level data points with all segments.
• PDF report consists of a comprehensive analysis after exhaustive qualitative interviews and an in-depth study.
• Product mapping available as Excel consisting of key products of all the major players.

The Global Liquid Packaging Carton Market Report Would Provide Approximately 69 Tables, 68 Figures And 200 Pages.

Target Audience 2023
• Manufacturers/ Buyers
• Industry Investors/Investment Bankers
• Research Professionals
• Emerging Companies


1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Objective and Scope of the Report
2. Definition and Overview
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Snippet by Carton Type
3.2. Snippet by Liquid Type
3.3. Snippet by Shelf Life
3.4. Snippet by Application
3.5. Snippet by Region
4. Dynamics
4.1. Impacting Factors
4.1.1. Driver
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunity
4.1.4. Impact Analysis
5. Industry Analysis
5.1. Porter's Five Force Analysis
5.2. Supply Chain Analysis
5.3. Pricing Analysis
5.4. Regulatory Analysis
6. COVID-19 Analysis
6.1. Analysis of COVID-19
6.1.1. Scenario Before COVID-19
6.1.2. Scenario During COVID-19
6.1.3. Scenario Post-COVID-19
6.2. Pricing Dynamics Amid COVID-19
6.3. Demand-Supply Spectrum
6.4. Government Initiatives Related to the Market During Pandemic
6.5. Manufacturers Strategic Initiatives
6.6. Conclusion
7. By Carton Type
7.1. Introduction
7.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Carton Type
7.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Carton Type
7.2. Brick Liquid Carton*
7.2.1. Introduction
7.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
7.3. Shaped Liquid Carton
7.4. Gable Top Carton
8. By Liquid Type
8.1. Introduction
8.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Liquid Type
8.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Liquid Type
8.2. Milk*
8.2.1. Introduction
8.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
8.3. Juices
8.4. Energy Drinks
8.5. Other
9. By Shelf Life
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Shelf Life
9.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Shelf Life
9.2. Long Shelf-Life Carton*
9.2.1. Introduction
9.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
9.3. Short Shelf-Life Carton
10. By Application
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
10.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Application
10.2. Liquid Dairy Products*
10.2.1. Introduction
10.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
10.3. Non-Carbonated Soft Drinks
10.4. Liquid Food
10.5. Alcoholic Beverages
10.6. Others
11. By Region
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Region
11.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Region
11.2. North America
11.2.1. Introduction
11.2.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
11.2.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Carton Type
11.2.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Liquid Type
11.2.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Shelf Life
11.2.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
11.2.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
11.2.7.1. The U.S.
11.2.7.2. Canada
11.2.7.3. Mexico
11.3. Europe
11.3.1. Introduction
11.3.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
11.3.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Carton Type
11.3.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Liquid Type
11.3.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Shelf Life
11.3.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
11.3.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
11.3.7.1. Germany
11.3.7.2. The UK
11.3.7.3. France
11.3.7.4. Italy
11.3.7.5. Spain
11.3.7.6. Rest of Europe
11.4. South America
11.4.1. Introduction
11.4.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
11.4.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Carton Type
11.4.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Liquid Type
11.4.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Shelf Life
11.4.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
11.4.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Distribution Channel
11.4.8. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
11.4.8.1. Brazil
11.4.8.2. Argentina
11.4.8.3. Rest of South America
11.5. Asia-Pacific
11.5.1. Introduction
11.5.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
11.5.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Carton Type
11.5.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Liquid Type
11.5.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Shelf Life
11.5.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
11.5.7. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
11.5.7.1. China
11.5.7.2. India
11.5.7.3. Japan
11.5.7.4. Australia
11.5.7.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific
11.6. Middle East and Africa
11.6.1. Introduction
11.6.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
11.6.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Carton Type
11.6.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Liquid Type
11.6.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Shelf Life
11.6.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
12. Competitive Landscape
12.1. Competitive Scenario
12.2. Market Positioning/Share Analysis
12.3. Mergers and Acquisitions Analysis
13. Company Profiles
13.1. Tetra Pak*
13.1.1. Company Overview
13.1.2. Product Portfolio and Description
13.1.3. Financial Overview
13.1.4. Key Developments
13.2. Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd.
13.3. Mondi
13.4. Refresco Group
13.5. Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
13.6. Ferd
13.7. Greatview Aseptic Packaging Company
13.8. Liqui-Box
13.9. Onex Corporation
13.10. Reynolds
LIST NOT EXHAUSTIVE
14. Appendix
14.1. About Us and Services
14.2. Contact Us

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