Lidding Films Market Research Report Information by Product (Dual-ovenable lidding films (Microwaveable Dual-Ovenable Films and Freezer-to-Oven Dual-Ovenable Films), Specialty lidding films (High-Heat Resistance Specialty Films, Clear and Transparent Specialty Films, UV-Resistant Specialty Films), High barrier lidding films (Multi-Layer High Barrier Films and Single-Layer High Barrier Films), Breathable lidding films (Perforated Breathable Films and Non-Perforated Breathable Films), Aluminum Foil Lidding Films (Embossed Aluminum Foil Films,

Lidding Films Market Summary

As per MRFR Analysis, the Global Lidding Films Market was valued at USD 3.97 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 6.79 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 4.99% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by increasing demand for packaged foods, particularly fresh and ready-to-eat items, and the rising popularity of high barrier lidding films that enhance product shelf life. The food segment is the largest end-user, while the high barrier lidding films segment holds the majority market share. North America leads the market with a share of 38.57% in 2021, followed by Europe.

Key Market Trends & Highlights

Key trends driving the Lidding Films Market include:

• Increasing demand for processed foods and convenience meals is expected to accelerate market growth.
• High barrier lidding films accounted for ~40.10% of market revenue in 2021.
• North America is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.90% during the forecast period.
• The PET material type segment is anticipated to be the fastest-growing segment due to its excellent barrier properties.

Market Size & Forecast

2024 Market Size: USD 3.97 Billion

2035 Market Size: USD 6.79 Billion

CAGR (2025-2035): 4.99%

Largest Regional Market Share in 2021: North America (38.57%)

Major Players

Key players in the market include Amcor Plc, Flair Flexible Packaging Corporation, Mondi Plc, Sealed Air Corporation, and Berry Global Inc.

The increasing demand for packaged food is driving the growth of the Lidding Films Market.

As per the Analyst at MRFR, During the forecast period of 2022 to 2030, an increase in the demand for food packaging is anticipated to accelerate market expansion. Increased demand for processed foods, changes in global developing nations' lifestyles, consumer trust in online food purchases over traditional grocery items, and the environmentally friendly properties of biodegradable lidding films and caps are all anticipated to play major roles in the market's expansion for lidding films. The simple accessibility of raw resources and the affordability of labor are the main drivers of market expansion.   

 FIGURE 1: LIDDING FILMS MARKET VALUE (2019-2035) USD BILLION

 Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Lidding Films Market Opportunity

NEW PRODUCT INVENTION

Numerous start-ups are emerging in the lidding films market as a result of the sizeable packaging sector's potential for worldwide expansion. Start-ups are developing new product lines with the aid of technical developments to compete with large corporations.

For instance, the Israeli packaging company Sufresca received a $500,000 initial investment from the venture capital firm Rimonim Agro in December 2019. To extend product's shelf life, reduce food waste, and use less plastic packaging, Sufresca develops edible covers for vegetables. The company focuses on tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, garlic, and peppers as there aren't as many coating alternatives as possible for some crop items.

The global market for lidding films is relatively fragmented, with the top producers accounting for about 10% to 15% of the total market. Growth prospects include expanding market share through mergers and acquisitions and investing in developing countries, as well as the technological advancement in consumable supplies for histology and cytology, which is driving the target market's expansion.

Lidding Films Market Segment Insights

Lidding Films by Product Insights

Based on Product, this segment includes Dual-ovenable lidding films (Microwaveable Dual-Ovenable Films and Freezer-to-Oven Dual-Ovenable Films), Specialty lidding films (High-Heat Resistance Specialty Films, Clear and Transparent Specialty Films, UV-Resistant Specialty Films), High barrier lidding films (Multi-Layer High Barrier Films and Single-Layer High Barrier Films), Breathable lidding films (Perforated Breathable Films and Non-Perforated Breathable Films), Aluminum Foil Lidding Films (Embossed Aluminum Foil Films, Laminated Aluminum Foil Films, Standard Aluminum Foil Films. The High barrier lidding films segment dominated the global market in 2024, while it is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. 

The purpose of the high barrier lidding film is to keep the products secure and increase their shelf life. In order to safeguard product integrity and maintain quality in the case of permeation by water, taste, oxygen, gas, aroma, and light, high barrier lidding films are employed in the packaging business. High barrier lidding films have become more popular due to their benefits, including their light weight, excellent performance, and attractive packaging.

FIGURE 2: LIDDING FILMS MARKET SHARE BY PRODUCT 2024 AND 2035 (USD BILLION)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Lidding Films by Material Insights

Based on Material, this segment includes Polypropylene (PP), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyethylene (PE), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH), Aluminum Foil. The Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) segment dominated the global market in 2024, while the Polyethylene (PE) segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. When compared to other conventional products and packaging, PET lidding is thought to be dependable and adaptable. Due to their excellent barrier resistance property and the long shelf life of the product, PET lids have features like heat resistance, high tensile strength, and stability. Due to rising consumer demand for processed and convenience meals, it is anticipated that the food and beverage sector will drive the worldwide PET-lidding films market to its highest level of growth. 

PET lidding films improved consumer convenience, flavor and aroma preservation, shelf-life extension, and food safety. The rising desire for convenience and processed meals, the flourishing food and beverage industry, the expanding working population, the rising need for dairy products, and the higher usage of conveniently packaged food goods are significant factors. Market expansion is aided by the strong growth of franchise food companies, a growing retail industry, and the growing adoption of processed foods.

Lidding Films by End-Use Insights

Based on End-Use, this segment includes Food (Dairy Products, Dry Foods, Frozen Foods, Meat Products, Pet Food), Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Other End-Users. The Food segment dominated the global market in 2024, while the Beverages, Pharmaceutical, Personal Care & Cosmetics segment are projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. 

The most typical applications for lidding films include sealing food items such dairy goods like sour cream and cottage cheese in plastic containers, paperboard pints, or trays. Canned soups, meats, microwaveable meals, and other foods packaged in rigid containers are examples of other products that may be wrapped in lidding films.

Lidding Films by Application Insights

Based on Application, this segment includes Cups, Trays, Cans & Bottles, Pouches, Other Applications. The Trays segment dominated the global market in 2024, while the Cups segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. 

Lidding is frequently used as a closure on plastic bowls, cups, or trays that carry goods like yoghurt, soup, meats, cheese, and several other food items. Foil, paper, polyester, PET, and a variety of other metalized and non-metalized materials that make up the film are frequently laminated to create lidding.

Lidding Films Regional Insights

Based on the Region, the global Lidding Films are segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and Middle East & Africa. The North America dominated the global market in 2024, while the Asia-Pacific is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. The major demand factors driving the North America market is the increasing demand for packaged food. One of the biggest marketplaces for lidding films worldwide is North America, which is followed by Europe. Significant product advances, the industrialization of packaging in the region, and the active involvement of the U.S. and Canadian markets all contribute to the region's success. 

To sustain customer applications, suppliers are utilizing various material combinations. Film manufacturers receive value-added packaging solutions from fully integrated flexible packaging producers. It is becoming a leading region in the global market thanks to suppliers of cutting-edge flexographic and gravure printing presses and extrusion lines for film production. These suppliers have technical capabilities in machinery and materials. They also have close partnerships with East Asian companies and material suppliers.

FIGURE 3: LIDDING FILMS MARKET VALUE BY REGION 2024 AND 2035 (USD BILLION)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Further, the countries considered in the scope of the Application Tracking System Market are the US, Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, UK, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, UAE, South Africa, Argentina, Brazil and others.

Lidding Films Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Many global, regional, and local vendors characterize the Lidding Films Market. The market is highly competitive, with all the players competing to gain market share. Intense competition, rapid advances in technology, frequent changes in government policies, and environmental regulations are key factors that confront market growth. The vendors compete based on cost, product quality, reliability, and government regulations. Vendors must provide cost-efficient, high-quality products to survive and succeed in an intensely competitive market.

The major competitors in the market are Amcor Plc, Flair Flexible Packaging Corporation, Mondi Plc, Sealed Air Corporation, Berry Global Inc., Plastopil Hazorea Company Ltd., Clifton Packaging Group Limited, Wipak Walsrode GmbH & Co. KG, Impak Films US LLC, Uflex Ltd are among others. The Lidding Films Market is a consolidated market due to increasing competition, acquisitions, mergers and other strategic market developments and decisions to improve operational effectiveness.

Key Companies in the Lidding Films Market include

• Amcor Plc


• Flair Flexible Packaging Corporation


• Mondi Plc


• Sealed Air Corporation


• Berry Global Inc.


• Plastopil Hazorea Company Ltd.


• Clifton Packaging Group Limited


• Wipak Walsrode GmbH & Co. KG


• Impak Films US LLC


• Uflex Ltd

Lidding Films Market Industry Developments

August 2021: Amcor has announced the release of a proprietary healthcare lidding technology that will be used for combination products that contain two or more regulated components.

May 2020: Flair Flexible Packaging has introduced enhanced PLATINUM+ thermoforming films to improve efficiency and cost savings.

February 2020: Plastopil introduced a ready-to-recycle flexible packaging line to meet stringent recycling regulations. The Plastopil range provides complete solutions for high barrier applications based on the concept of mono-material construction of various materials such as PP, PET, and PE.

Lidding Films Market Segmentation

Lidding Films by Product Outlook

• 
  Dual-ovenable lidding films
  
  
  
  • Microwaveable Dual-Ovenable Films
  
  
  • Freezer-to-Oven Dual-Ovenable Films
  
  
  
  


• 
  Specialty lidding films
  
  
  
  • High-Heat Resistance Specialty Films
  
  
  • Clear and Transparent Specialty Films
  
  
  • UV-Resistant Specialty Films
  
  
  
  


• 
  High barrier lidding films
  
  
  
  • Multi-Layer High Barrier Films
  
  
  • Single-Layer High Barrier Films
  
  
  
  


• 
  Breathable lidding films
  
  
  
  • Perforated Breathable Films
  
  
  • Non-Perforated Breathable Films
  
  
  
  


• 
  Aluminum Foil Lidding Films
  
  
  
  • Embossed Aluminum Foil Films
  
  
  • Laminated Aluminum Foil Films
  
  
  • Standard Aluminum Foil Films
  
  
  
  

Lidding Films by Material Outlook

• Polypropylene (PP)


• Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)


• Polyethylene (PE)


• Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)


• Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH)


• Aluminum Foil

Lidding Films by End Use Outlook

• 
  Food
  
  
  
  • Dairy Products
  
  
  • Dry Foods
  
  
  • Frozen Foods
  
  
  • Meat Products
  
  
  • Pet Food
  
  
  
  


• Beverages


• Pharmaceutical


• Personal Care & Cosmetics


• Other End-Users

Lidding Films by Application Outlook

• Cups


• Trays


• Cans & Bottles


• Pouches


• Other Applications

Lidding Films Regional Outlook

• 
  North America
  
  
  
  • US
  
  
  • Canada
  
  
  • Mexico
  
  
  
  


• 
  Europe
  
  
  
  • Germany
  
  
  • France
  
  
  • UK
  
  
  • Spain
  
  
  • Italy
  
  
  • Belgium
  
  
  • Netherlands
  
  
  • Sweden
  
  
  • Switzerland
  
  
  • Rest of Europe
  
  
  
  


• 
  Asia Pacific
  
  
  
  • China
  
  
  • Japan
  
  
  • India
  
  
  • South Korea
  
  
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
  
  
  
  


• 
  Middle East & Africa
  
  
  
  • Saudi Arabia
  
  
  • UAE
  
  
  • South Africa
  
  
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa
  
  
  
  


• 
  South America
  
  
  
  • Argentina
  
  
  • Brazil
  
  
  • Rest of South America
  
  
  
  

Report Attribute/Metric	Details
Market Size 2024	USD 3.97 Billion
Market Size 2025	USD 4.17 Billion
Market Size 2035	USD 6.79 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR)	4.99% (2025-2035)
Base Year	2024
Forecast Period	2025-2035
Historical Data	2019-2023
Forecast Units	Value, Volume (USD Billion, Kg Billion)
Report Coverage	Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
Segments Covered	By Product, By Material, By End-Use, By Application
Geographies Covered	North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South America
Countries Covered	The US, Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, UK, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, UAE, South Africa, Argentina, Brazil
Key Companies Profiled	Amcor Plc, Flair Flexible Packaging Corporation, Mondi Plc, Sealed Air Corporation, Berry Global Inc., Plastopil Hazorea Company Ltd., Clifton Packaging Group Limited, Wipak Walsrode GmbH & Co. KG, Impak Films US LLC, Uflex Ltd
Key Market Opportunities	·         New Product Invention
Key Market Dynamics	·         Increasing demand for packaged food