Pharmaceutical Plastic Packaging Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2023-2030 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)
Fairfield Market Research predicts a robust expansion for the global pharmaceutical plastic packaging market in the coming years. Accounting for nearly half of the entire pharmaceutical packaging market, the pharmaceutical plastic packaging segment is poised to grow substantially in the wake of the pharmaceutical industry's burgeoning expansion. The rising prevalence of chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases is driving the growth of the pharmaceutical sector, thereby extending the market's growth potential. Technological and scientific advancements are further fueling the growth of the global pharmaceutical plastic packaging market, making it a promising industry for the future.
Key Report Findings• The global pharmaceutical plastic packaging market has surpassed [value].
• Rapid technological advances hold immense potential to drive market expansion.
• The plastic bottles segment is likely to emerge as the leading segment due to its shatter resistance, moldability, and greater strength.
• North America is expected to consolidate a strong foothold in the global pharmaceutical plastic packaging market.
• Amcor plc, Becton, Dickinson and Company, AptarGroup, Inc., and Drug Plastics Group are some of the leaders in the pharmaceutical plastic packaging industry.
Growth Drivers
Cutting-edge Technological AdvancementsThe utilization of nano-drug delivery systems, leveraging nanoparticles for targeted delivery and controlled release of therapeutic agents, is gaining prominence. This technology shows potential in the treatment of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and various microbial and inflammatory diseases. Additionally, child-resistant packaging (CRP) is extensively used to prevent children from handling dangerous items. The adoption of CRP is mandated for prescription drugs, nicotine-based products, and over-the-counter medications in various developed countries, further driving the pharmaceutical plastic packaging market.
Accentuation on Primary Pharmaceutical PackagingPrimary pharmaceutical packaging solutions, such as plastic bottles, prefilled syringes, and blister packaging, are in high demand. The growing popularity of pre-fillable syringes and pre-fillable inhalers is boosting the global pharmaceutical plastic packaging market. Innovations in biotechnology for injectable parenteral therapies and increased demand for high visibility unit dosage packaging for diseases like diabetes are creating significant business opportunities for market players.
Plastics Remains an Ideal Raw MaterialPlastic is the preferred raw material in the pharmaceutical plastic packaging market due to its design flexibility and affordability. It offers impeccable properties such as rigidity, strength, shatter resistance, moldability, and light-weighting. The shatter resistance of plastic makes it suitable for transportation, while its moldability adds strength and efficiency necessary for shielding against vapor and gas.
Overview of Key Segments
Plastic Bottles Segment Holds a Major Market SharePlastic bottles are the most popular packaging item for pharmaceuticals, suitable for storing drugs in liquid and solid forms. The plastic bottles segment is expected to dominate the market, catering to various applications such as nasal spray and ophthalmic drops. The growing prevalence of communicable diseases, patient compliance, and convenience with oral drug delivery are key drivers for the plastic bottles segment.
Nasal Drugs to Spearhead DominanceNasal drugs, available in liquid and powder form, are gaining traction due to their higher stability and promising device developments. Nasal drug delivery containers, also known as nasal sprays, offer controlled delivery of therapeutic agents.
Growth Opportunities Across RegionsNorth America Reigns Supreme amid Extensive In-house Production
North America, with a significant number of pharmaceutical plastic bottle manufacturers, is a hub for pharmaceutical manufacturing. The region is expected to lead the market with extensive in-house production capabilities. Asia Pacific is projected to register the fastest growth due to rising awareness, increasing disposable income, and government initiatives in countries like China and India.
Leading Industry ParticipantsProminent players in the global pharmaceutical plastic packaging market include Amcor plc, Becton, Dickinson and Company, AptarGroup, Inc., Drug Plastics Group, Gerresheimer AG, Schott AG, Owens Illinois, Inc., West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc., Berry Global, Inc., WestRock Company, SGD Pharma, International Paper, Comar, LLC, CCL Industries, Inc., and Vetter Pharma International. These players are undertaking strategic initiatives to expand market penetration and develop innovative products.
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