Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Report 2025 (Global Edition)

Global Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Report 2025 Market Size Split by Product (Plastic Bottles, Parenteral Containers, Blister Packaging, Ampoules, Closures, Boxes, Labels, Others), by Application (...

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Report Description

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Impact of Tariff Trumph on Pharmaceuticals Industry

The reintroduction of tariffs under President Trump’s “Liberation Day Tariffs” in April 2025 has created significant disruption in global pharmaceutical trade. These tariffs, ranging from 10% to 46%, specifically target pharmaceutical products, APIs (active pharmaceutical ingredients), medical packaging, and machinery from key manufacturers in China and India. This has led to increased production costs, supply chain delays, and regulatory challenges for U.S.-based pharmaceutical companies.

The tariffs have particularly impacted generic drug manufacturers, who rely heavily on APIs from China and India. Biopharmaceuticals and vaccines are also feeling the pressure, with tariffs on critical materials like bioproduction media and cold-chain packaging raising costs by up to 25%. Similarly, contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs) are grappling with the need to identify new suppliers and adjust production plans to mitigate rising costs.

Foreign governments, including the European Union, have retaliated with tariffs on U.S. pharmaceutical exports, further complicating global trade. Clinical trials are also impacted, as tariffs on drugs and diagnostic kits delay trial timelines.

Market research is increasingly crucial for navigating these challenges. By providing real-time data on API pricing, supplier reliability, and tariff impact, pharmaceutical firms can make informed decisions on sourcing, compliance, and investment strategies. This data-driven approach helps mitigate risks, optimize supply chains, and identify alternative manufacturing hubs to offset tariff-related disruptions.

Overall, market research is essential for pharmaceutical companies to adapt to the new tariff landscape, enabling them to maintain competitive advantage and navigate global trade dynamics effectively.

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Insights Video

Pharmaceutical Packaging Industry News:

July 2021

Berry Global and Raw Elements USA Collaborated to Launch Sustainable Tube Made from Sugarcane 

Berry Global and Raw Elements USA announced the collaboration to launch a sustainable tube made from sugarcane. The polyethylene tubes with two to four ounces capacity are produced in Berry’s vertically integrated manufacturing facility in Evansville, IN. These tubes are produced with 83% sugarcane by weight, the maximum possible percentage to include the EVOH barrier needed to protect the ingredients, plus colorant.

Top Companies Market Share in Pharmaceutical Packaging Industry: (In no particular order of Rank)

• Becton Dickinson
• Amcor
• Gerresheimer
• Schott
• AptarGroup
• Capsugel
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North America Pharmaceutical Packaging Market contributes the major share of the overall market!

North America is estimated to be the largest contributor in the global pharmaceutical packaging market, owing to the presence of major pharmaceutical companies such as Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer Inc., AbbVie Inc., and others. On the other hand, the APAC region is the second-largest market for pharmaceutical packaging, owing to the increased geriatric population, growth in contract manufacturing activities, and increased healthcare spending in this region.

The current report Scope analyzes Pharmaceutical Packaging Market on 5 major region Split (In case you wish to acquire a specific region edition (more granular data) or any country Edition data then please write us on info@cognitivemarketresearch.com

• North America (United States, Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, South East Asia, Rest of APAC)
• Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Rest of South America)
• Middle East (Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Rest of Middle East)
• Africa (Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of Africa)

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Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Analysis

Product Segment Analysis of Pharmaceutical Packaging Market

This report categorizes competitors in the pharmaceutical and healthcare market based on their product offerings and business models. It includes key details such as definitions, benefits, applications, technological advancements, and regional advantages for each type of pharmaceutical product, including small molecule drugs, biologics, and biosimilars.

Market growth figures, such as market share percentages, revenue, and growth rates (e.g., CAGR), are provided for each segment over the specified period (2019-2023). The report covers various segments

Product of Pharmaceutical Packaging analyzed in this report are as follows:

• Plastic Bottles
• Parenteral Containers
• Blister Packaging
• Ampoules
• Closures
• Boxes
• Labels
• Others

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Application segment analysis of the Pharmaceutical Packaging market.

Retail and Institutional Packaging

Retail community pharmacy refers to a chain or independent pharmacy that is authorized by the State to dispense drugs to the general population at retail pricing. For convenience, these pharmacies are dispersed across the neighborhood. Retail pharmacies frequently use packaging materials for the packaging of medications.

An institutional pharmacy is any pharmacy that is housed inside of a hospital, sanitarium, clinic, or dispensary and that dispenses medications to its patients as well as those of other licensed in-patient healthcare facilities that it has a contract with. Pharmaceutical packaging is required by these pharmacies.

Pharma Manufacturing

Organizations that are involved in the manufacturing, preparation, propagation, compounding, conversion or processing of prescription medications are referred to as pharmaceutical manufacturers. Packaging plays a vital role in keeping pharmaceutical formulations safe thus, is frequently required by pharma manufacturing facilities. As a result, pharma manufacturing businesses report a significant demand for packaging.

Contract Packaging

A firm that outsources the management of its packaging and supply chain requirements is known as contract packaging (which can refer to both primary and secondary packaging). Pharma items' Primary and secondary packaging may fall under this category. For pharma packaging, they require a variety of packaging materials.

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Pharmaceutical Packaging Material Segment Analysis

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market, by Material Type

Based on the material used for packaging, the market is segmented into glass, aluminum foil, paper, plastic, and others. Glass is bifurcated into, ultra-resistant borosilicate glass, surface-treated soda lime glass, and soda lime glass. Further, plastic is further classified into PET, HDPE, and PP. 

• Glass
• Aluminium Foil
• Paper
• Plastic
• Others

Pharmaceutical Packaging Packaging Type Segment Analysis

Pharmaceutical Packaging Market, by Packaging Type

Primary packaging is dominating the market, as it comes in direct contact with medicines or drugs. It generally includes plastic & glass bottles, prefilled syringes, inhalers, and blister packaging.

• Primary
• Secondary
• Tertiary

Pharmaceutical Packaging Drug Delivery Segment Analysis

• Oral Drugs
• Injectibles
• Topical
• Ocular/Ophthalmic
• Pulmonary
• Transdermal
• Others

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Manjiri Kanhere

Senior Research Associate at Cognitive Market Research

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Manjiri Kanhere is an experienced market researcher focused on the Pharma & Healthcare industry. With over 3+ years of experience, She has worked with major pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers, helping them to understand market trends, identify new business opportunities, and develop effective sales & marketing strategies. Her expertise lies in the ability to analyze complex data sets and deliver insights that drive business decisions. At Cognitive Market Research, she handles the market research related to Pharma and healthcare industry.

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