U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Rigid, Flexible), By Material (Plastic, Metal, Glass, Paper), By Product (Bottles & Jars, Tubes), By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030

U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Rigid, Flexible), By Material (Plastic, Metal, Glass, Paper), By Product (Bottles & Jars, Tubes), By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030


U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market Growth & Trends


The U.S. cannabis packaging market size is expected to reach USD 7.99 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 28.8% from 2023 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The major factor driving the market is the rapidly changing legal landscape surrounding cannabis. The increasing legalization of both medical and recreational cannabis in various states of the country has led to a surge in demand for cannabis products, subsequently boosting the need for specialized packaging solutions. Each state imposes strict regulations on cannabis packaging, emphasizing child-resistant features, proper labeling, and secure containment. Therefore, packaging companies are compelled to innovate and create compliant solutions to meet these legal requirements, driving product demand and benefiting the market.

The diversification of cannabis products is playing a pivotal role in shaping the packaging market. Cannabis is not limited to traditional smoking methods; besides it includes a wide array of products such as edibles, oils, tinctures, and topicals. Each of these products requires unique packaging designs to ensure product safety, freshness, and proper dosage. This diversity in product offerings fuels the demand for specialized packaging solutions tailored to different consumption methods, which is anticipated to stimulate market growth over the forecast period.

Child-resistant packaging is a paramount concern for regulators and consumers in this market. Packaging companies are investing in research and development to create child-resistant and user-friendly designs, striking a balance between safety and user-friendliness. Additionally, packaging is being utilized as a medium for educating consumers about responsible consumption, proper dosage, and potential risks associated with the use. Educational packaging enhances user experience, builds trust, and ensures safer usage practices among consumers. Hence, the rising focus on consumer safety and education is predicted to trigger product demand over the foreseeable future.

The growing awareness about environmental sustainability is aiding the cannabis packaging market. The increasing emphasis on eco-friendly practices led to a rise in demand for biodegradable and recyclable packaging solutions, such as recycled paper and cardboard, and compostable packaging. Packaging companies are responding to this demand by developing innovative and sustainable packaging options, which is expected to exhibit a positive impact on the growth of the market for cannabis packaging.

U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market Report Highlights

  • Based on type, the rigid segment dominated the cannabis packaging market in the U.S. in 2022 owing to the excellent protection against light, air, and moisture, preserving the freshness and potency of the products
  • The market is evolving rapidly due to changing regulations, diverse product offerings, a focus on consumer safety and education, and sustainability concerns, which in turn is expected to drive the demand for the product
  • Based on material, the plastic segment dominated the market in 2022 because of durability and moldability features. Plastic packaging is less likely to break, which ensures the safety and integrity of the products during transportation and handling
  • Stringent regulations related to the packaging of cannabis are expected to hamper the growth of the cannabis packaging market in the U.S.
  • Based on product, the bottles & jars segment dominated the market as they are mainly employed and designed to meet child-resistant and tamper-evident regulations ensuring that the products are safely stored and handled
  • New product developments coupled with mergers & acquisitions, and capacity expansions are some of the strategies adopted by the key players in the market. In January 2022, Origin Pharma Packaging introduced a specialized packaging solution tailored for the medical cannabis industry. This child-resistant jar is specifically designed to accommodate flower products, commonly known as buds, which are prescribed in specific European countries
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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Purchased Databases
1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
1.3.4. Primary Research
1.4. Information Analysis
1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Outlook, 2022 (USD Million)
2.2. Segment Outlook
2.2.1. Type outlook
2.2.2. Material outlook
2.2.3. Product outlook
2.2.4. Application outlook
2.3. Competitive Landscape
Chapter 3. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market Variables, Trends & Scope
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.2.1. Raw Material Trends
3.2.2. Manufacturing Trends
3.2.3. Sales Channel Analysis
3.3. Technology Overview
3.4. Regulatory Framework
3.5. Legal and Illicit Demand for Cannabis
3.6. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market Dynamics
3.6.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.6.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.6.3. Market Challenge Analysis
3.6.4. Market Opportunity Analysis
3.7. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market - Business Environment Analysis
3.7.1. Industry Analysis - Porter’s
3.7.1.1. Supplier power
3.7.1.2. Buyer power
3.7.1.3. Substitution threat
3.7.1.4. Threat of new entrant
3.7.1.5. Competitive rivalry
3.7.2. PESTEL Analysis
3.7.2.1. Political landscape
3.7.2.2. Technological landscape
3.7.2.3. Economic landscape
3.7.2.4. Social Landscape
3.7.2.5. Environment Landscape
3.7.2.6. Legal Landscape
3.7.3. Market Entry Strategies
3.8. Innovation & Sustainability
3.8.1. Patent Analysis
3.8.2. Future Trends
3.9. Impact of COVID-19 on U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market
3.10. Impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives on the U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market
Chapter 4. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market: Market Supplier Intelligence
4.1. Kraljic Matrix (Portfolio Analysis)
4.2. Engagement Model
4.3. Negotiation Strategies
4.4. Sourcing Best Practices
4.5. Vendor Selection Criteria
Chapter 5. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market: Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. Key Takeaways
5.2. Type Movement & Market Share Analysis, 2022 & 2030
5.3. Rigid
5.3.1. Rigid market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
5.4. Flexible
5.4.1. Flexible market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 6. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market: Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Key Takeaways
6.2. Material Movement & Market Share Analysis, 2022 & 2030
6.3. Plastic
6.3.1. Plastic market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
6.4. Metal
6.4.1. Metal market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
6.5. Glass
6.5.1. Glass market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
6.6. Paper
6.6.1. Paper market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 7. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Product: Products Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. Key Takeaways
7.2. Product Movement & Market Share Analysis, 2022 & 2030
7.3. Bottles & Jars
7.3.1. Bottles & Jars market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
7.4. Tubes
7.4.1. Tubes market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
7.5. Tins
7.5.1. Tins market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
7.6. Pouches
7.6.1. Pouches market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
7.7. Blisters & clamshells
7.7.1. Blisters & clamshells market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
7.8. Others
7.8.1. Others market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 8. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. Key Takeaways
8.2. Application Movement & Market Share Analysis, 2022 & 2030
8.3. Recreational Use
8.3.1. Recreational use market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
8.4. Medical Use
8.4.1. Medical use market estimates and forecasts, 2018 to 2030 (USD Million)
Chapter 9. U.S. Cannabis Packaging Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. Key Takeaways
9.2. Regional Outlook
9.3. Southeast
9.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Million)
9.4. Northeast
9.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Million)
9.5. Midwest
9.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Million)
9.6. West
9.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Million)
9.7. Southwest
9.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Revenue, USD Million)
Chapter 10. Start-up Ecosystem Evaluation, 2022
10.1. Progressive Companies
10.2. Responsive Companies
10.3. Dynamic Companies
10.4. Starting Blocks
Chapter 11. Competitive Landscape
11.1. Key Players, Recent Developments & Their Impact on The Industry
11.2. List of Raw Material Suppliers and Channel Partners
11.3. Company/Competition Categorization
11.4. List of Potential Customers
11.5. Company Market Share Analysis, 2022
11.6. Company Heat Map Analysis
11.7. Competitive Dashboard Analysis
11.8. Strategy Mapping
11.8.1. Expansion
11.8.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
11.8.3. Collaborations
11.8.4. New Product Launches
11.8.5. Research & Development
11.9. Company Listing (Overview, Financial Performance, Products Overview)
11.9.1. KushCo Holdings Inc.
11.9.2. JL Clarks Inc.
11.9.3. Kaya Packaging
11.9.4. KacePack
11.9.5. Cannaline Cannabis Packaging Solutions
11.9.6. Dymapak
11.9.7. Diamond Packaging
11.9.8. Greenlane Holdings Inc.
11.9.9. N2 Packaging Systems LLC
11.9.10. Green Rush Packaging
11.9.11. Elevate Packaging Inc.
11.9.12. Berry Global Inc.
11.9.13. Tin Canna
11.9.14. MMC DEPOT
11.9.15. Norkol Packaging LLC (Grow Cargo)
11.9.16. Pollen Gear
11.9.17. IMPAK Corporation

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