Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Size, Share, and Outlook, 2025 Report- By Product (Foam Packaging, Rigid Packaging), By Material (Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), Expanded Polyethylene (EPE), Expanded Polypropylene (EPP), Paper and Paperboard, Others), B

Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Outlook

Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Size is forecast to reach $4 Billion in 2032 from $2.7 Billion in 2025, at an optimistic growth rate of 5.4% from 2025 to 2032. The robust Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market growth presents potential growth opportunities for companies across the industry value chain.

The comprehensive market research report presents 12-year historic and forecast data on Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market segments across 22 countries from 2021 to 2032. Key segments in the report include By Product (Foam Packaging, Rigid Packaging), By Material (Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), Expanded Polyethylene (EPE), Expanded Polypropylene (EPP), Paper and Paperboard, Others), By End-User (Electronics, Personal Care, E-commerce, Others). Over 70 tables and charts showcase findings from our latest survey report on Packaging Inserts and Cushions Markets.

Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Insights, 2025: Packaging Inserts and Cushions – Key Drivers and Opportunities

Packaging inserts and cushions are integral to ensuring the protection of fragile products during shipping and handling. The growth in e-commerce and the increasing demand for online shopping have significantly increased the need for high-quality packaging inserts and cushions. These materials are essential for protecting electronics, glass, ceramics, and other sensitive items from damage during transit. With the rise in global shipping volumes and the expansion of industries such as consumer electronics, healthcare, and cosmetics, the packaging inserts and cushions market has seen substantial growth.

The key opportunity in this market lies in the growing preference for eco-friendly packaging solutions. Consumers and companies are seeking sustainable alternatives to traditional plastic-based inserts and cushions, which has led to the development of biodegradable materials, such as recycled paper, starch-based foams, and air pillows. Additionally, innovations in packaging inserts that provide both protection and branding opportunities, such as custom-printed inserts, are also gaining traction. Manufacturers focusing on providing lightweight, durable, and sustainable solutions while maintaining product integrity are likely to capitalize on the expanding demand for environmentally conscious packaging. Moreover, the rise in direct-to-consumer (DTC) business models and subscription box services further presents a unique growth opportunity for packaging insert manufacturers.

Five Trends that will define global Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market in 2025 and Beyond

A closer look at the multi-million global market for Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market identifies rapidly shifting consumer preferences across categories. By focusing on growth and resilience, leading Packaging Inserts and Cushions Companies are prioritizing their investments across categories, markets, and geographies. The report analyses the most important market trends shaping the new landscape to support better decisions for the long and short-term future.

What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the Packaging Inserts and Cushions Industry?

The Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market sector demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year across developed and developing economies. Further, the market presents significant opportunities to leverage the existing momentum towards actions by 2032. On the other hand, recent macroeconomic developments including rising inflation and supply chain disruptions are putting pressure on companies. The chapter assists users to identify growth avenues and address business challenges to make informed commercial decisions with unique insights, data forecasts, and in-depth market analyses.

Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Segment Insights

The Packaging Inserts and Cushions Industry presents strong offers across categories. The analytical report offers forecasts of Packaging Inserts and Cushions Industry performance across segments and countries. Key segments in the industry include- By Product (Foam Packaging, Rigid Packaging), By Material (Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), Expanded Polyethylene (EPE), Expanded Polypropylene (EPP), Paper and Paperboard, Others), By End-User (Electronics, Personal Care, E-commerce, Others). The largest types, applications, and sales channels, fastest growing segments, and the key factors driving each of the categories are included in the report.

Forecasts of each segment across five regions are provided from 2021 through 2032 for Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East, and African regions. In addition, Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market size outlook is provided for 22 countries across these regions.

Packaging Inserts and Cushions Industry Value Chain

The chapter identifies potential companies and their operations across the global Packaging Inserts and Cushions Industry ecosystem. It assists decision-makers in evaluating global Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market fundamentals, market dynamics, and disruptive trends across the value chain segments.

Scenario Analysis and Forecasts

Strategic decision-making in the Packaging Inserts and Cushions Industry is multi-faceted with the increased need for planning across scenarios. The report provides forecasts across three case scenarios- low growth, reference case, and high growth cases.

Asia Pacific Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Analysis- A Promising Growth Arena for Business Expansion

As companies increasingly expand across promising Asia Pacific markets with a combined population of over 4.5 billion, the medium-to-long-term future remains robust. The presence of the fastest-growing economies such as China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam coupled with strengthening middle-class populations and rising disposable incomes drive the market. In particular, China and India are witnessing rapid shifts in consumer purchasing behavior. China is recovering steadily with optimistic forecasts for 2025. Further, Japanese and South Korean markets remain stable with most companies focusing on new product launches and diversification of sales channels.

The State of Europe Packaging Inserts and Cushions Industry 2025- Focus on Accelerating Competitiveness

As companies opt for an integrated agenda for competitiveness, the year 2025 presents optimistic scenarios for companies across the ecosystem. With signs of economic recovery across markets, companies are increasing their investments. Europe is one of the largest markets for Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market with demand from both Western Europe and Eastern European regions increasing over the medium to long-term future. Increasing omnichannel shopping amidst robust consumer demand for value purchases shapes the market outlook. The report analyses the key Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market drivers and opportunities across Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and other Europe.

The US Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Insights- Executives are most excited about opportunities for the US Packaging Inserts and Cushions Industry.

Easing inflation coupled with strengthening consumer sentiment is encouraging aggressive actions from the US Packaging Inserts and Cushions Companies. Market players consistently focusing on innovation and pursuing new ways to create value are set to excel in 2025. In addition, the Canadian and Mexican markets offer lucrative growth pockets for manufacturers and vendors. Focus on private-brand offerings and promotions, diversified sales channels, expansion into niche segments, adoption of advanced technologies, and sustainability are widely observed across the North American Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market.

Latin American Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market outlook rebounds in line with economic growth.

Underlying demand remains higher among urban consumers with an optimistic economic outlook across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other South and Central American countries. Increased consumer spending has been reported since H2-2024 and the prospects remain strong for 2025. Aggressive ecosystem moves to create new sources of income are widely observed across markets in the region. Marketing activities focused on customer insights, operations, and support functions are quickly gaining business growth in the region.

Middle East and Africa Packaging Inserts and Cushions Markets- New Opportunities for Companies Harnessing Diversity

Rapid growth in burgeoning urban locations coupled with a young and fast-growing population base is attracting new investments in the Middle East and African Packaging Inserts and Cushions Markets. Designing expansion and marketing strategies to cater to the local consumer base supports the market prospects. In addition to Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, and other markets, steady growth markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others present significant prospects for companies. On the other hand, Middle Eastern Packaging Inserts and Cushions Markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman continue to offer lucrative pockets of growth.

Competitive Landscape- How Packaging Inserts and Cushions Companies outcompete in 2025 and Beyond?

The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences and adapt businesses to niche consumer segments remains a key growth factor. The report identifies the leading companies in the industry and provides their revenue for 2024. The market shares of each company are also included in the report. Further, business profiles, SWOT analysis, and financial analysis of each company are provided in detail. Key companies analyzed in the report include AFP Inc, Airfil Protective Packaging Ltd, Atlantic Packaging, Automated Packaging Systems LLC, DS Smith, DynaCorp, Green Packaging Inc, Hanchett Paper Company, Huhtamaki Oyj, Packman Packaging Private Ltd, Plastifoam Company, Pregis LLC, Pro-Pac Packaging Ltd, Reflex Packaging Inc, Salazar Packaging Inc, Sealed Air, Smurfit Kappa, Sonoco Products Company, UFP Technologies Inc, Veritiv Corp.

Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Scope and Segmentation

By Product

Foam Packaging

Rigid Packaging

By Material

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)

Expanded Polyethylene (EPE)

Expanded Polypropylene (EPP)

Paper and Paperboard

Others

By End-User

Electronics

Personal Care

E-commerce

Others

Countries Included-

North America- US, Canada, Mexico

Europe- Germany, France, UK, Spain, Italy, Benelux, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific- China, India, Japan, South Korea, South East Asia, Australia, Rest of APAC

South and Central America- Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Rest of SCA

Middle East and Africa- Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Israel, South Africa, Algeria, Nigeria, Rest of Middle East, Rest of Africa

Companies Included in the Packaging Inserts and Cushions Market Research-

AFP Inc

Airfil Protective Packaging Ltd

Atlantic Packaging

Automated Packaging Systems LLC

DS Smith

DynaCorp

Green Packaging Inc

Hanchett Paper Company

Huhtamaki Oyj

Packman Packaging Private Ltd

Plastifoam Company

Pregis LLC

Pro-Pac Packaging Ltd

Reflex Packaging Inc

Salazar Packaging Inc

Sealed Air

Smurfit Kappa

Sonoco Products Company

UFP Technologies Inc

Veritiv Corp

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