The Packaging Coating Additives market size was valued at USD 0.84 billion in 2023. The Packaging Coating Additives industry is projected to grow from USD 0.88 billion in 2024 to USD 1.25 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.44% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). The increasing purchasing power of the middle-class population and rising packaged product demand will likely be the key market drivers intensifying the market growth.
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Market CAGR for the past few years is expected to rise during the forecast period due to increased demand for high-performance coatings. As consumer demands high-quality products continue to rise, there is a growing need for packaging coating additives that deliver exceptional performance. Additives that improve coatings' scratch resistance, gloss, and adhesion properties are in high demand. These additives are particularly important for packaging applications that require high durability and protection, such as food and beverage packaging.
Focusing on sustainability has become a key concern for the packaging industry, with more companies adopting sustainable practices to reduce their environmental footprint. Packaging coating additives are no exception to this trend, as manufacturers look for ways to make their products more environmentally friendly. One approach is to use bio-based additives derived from renewable resources such as vegetable oils or starches. These additives have a lower carbon footprint and can be easily biodegraded. Another approach is to use additives that enable thinner coatings, which reduces the amount of material needed and waste generated.
Nanotechnology is increasingly being used in the packaging industry to enhance the properties of packaging materials and coatings. Nanoparticles such as silica, titanium dioxide, and silver are used as additives to improve packaging coatings' barrier properties, UV resistance, and antimicrobial properties. The use of nanotechnology in packaging coating additives is expected to continue growing as manufacturers seek to develop new and innovative solutions that can meet the evolving needs of the industry. Overall, the packaging coating additives market is expected to grow as manufacturers focus on developing sustainable, high-performance coatings.
New technologies such as nanotechnology are increasingly adopted to drive the Packaging Coating Additives market revenue.
The Packaging Coating Additives market segmentation, based on function, includes slip, anti-static, anti-fog, and antimicrobial. The slip category generated the most income during the forecast period. These additives reduce the coefficient of friction between packaging surfaces, improving the ease of handling and reducing the incidence of blocking or sticking between two surfaces.
The Packaging Coating Additives market segmentation, based on formulation, includes water-based, solvent-based, and powder-based. The water-based segment dominated the market. The coatings are formulated using water and are known for their environmental friendliness and low VOC emissions.
The Packaging Coating Additives market segmentation, based on application, includes food packaging and industrial packaging. The food packaging category generated the most income over the forecast period. Packaging coating additives are widely used in the food packaging industry to improve the performance and safety of packaging materials.
Figure 1: Packaging Coating Additives Market by Application, 2022 & 2032 (USD billion)
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By region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. The North American region is expected to rise rapidly in revenue and market. The region has a high demand for food and beverage packaging, driving the growth of the packaging coating additives market. The rising demand for feasible and eco-friendly packaging solutions is also expected to drive market growth in the region. Further, the US Packaging Coating Additives market held the largest market share, and the Canadian Packaging Coating Additives market was the fastest-growing market in North America.
Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, the Rest of Europe, China, Japan, India, Australia, the Rest of Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.
Figure 2: Packaging coating Additives Market SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%) 
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The Europe Packaging Coating Additives market is expanding significantly due to the increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions in the region. The European Union's strict regulations on plastic packaging are also driving the demand for packaging coating additives in the region. Further, the German Packaging Coating Additives market held the largest market share, and the UK Packaging Additives market was the fastest-growing market in the European region.
The Asia-Pacific Packaging Coating Additives marketwill dominate during the forecast period due to the increasing demand for packaged food and beverages in the region. The growth of the e-commerce industry in the region is also driving the demand for packaging coating additives. Moreover, China’s Packaging Coating Additives market held the largest market share, and the Indian Packaging Additives market was the fastest-growing in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics manufacturers use in the Packaging Coating Additives industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. Major players in the Packaging Coating Additives market, including Croda International PLC (UK), BASF SE (Germany), Clariant (Switzerland), 3M (US), Lonza Group (Switzerland), Arkema Group (France), Solvay (Belgium), Evonik Industries AG (Germany), Daikin Industries Ltd. (Japan), Akzo Nobel N.V. (The Netherlands), KAO Corporation (Japan), and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.
Aseptic processing was developed in 1927. A processing technique wherein commercially thermally sterilized liquid products (typically food or pharmaceutical) are packaged into previously sterilized containers under sterile conditions to produce shelf-stable products that do not need refrigeration. Aseptic processing involves three primary steps: thermal sterilization of the product, sterilization of the packaging material, and conservation of sterility during packaging. Aseptic Processing, where the liquid products are sterilized outside of a container before sterilizing the container itself, is gaining popularity as it drastically improves the shelf life of liquid products and beverages.
Demand for this processing is set to increase year by year.
Biopolymers are natural polymers produced by the cells of living organisms. Like other polymers, biopolymers are monomeric units covalently bonded in chains to form larger molecules. In addition to their many essential roles in living organisms, biopolymers have applications in many fields, including the food industry, manufacturing, packaging, and biomedical engineering. Biopolymer film packaging is used in tetra packs, dry snacks, bakery goods, juice bottles, etc. CAGR is growing significantly in North America, and the rest of the world is also catching up as it is environment-friendly and doesn't alter the content of the food inside.
Its market value is expected to surpass by 2025, with India and China leading the growth.
Croda International PLC (UK)
BASF SE (Germany)
Clariant (Switzerland)
3M (US)
Lonza Group (Switzerland)
Arkema Group (France)
Solvay (Belgium)
Evonik Industries AG (Germany)
Daikin Industries Ltd. (Japan)
Akzo Nobel N.V. (The Netherlands)
KAO Corporation (Japan)
Slip
Anti-Static
Anti-Fog
Antimicrobial
Water-Based
Solvent-Based
Powder-Based
Food Packaging
Industrial Packaging
North America
US
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
Australia
South Korea
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Rest of the World
Middle East
Africa
Latin America
| Report Attribute/Metric | Details |
| Market Size 2023 | USD 0.84 billion |
| Market Size 2024 | USD 0.88 billion |
| Market Size 2032 | USD 1.25 billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) | 4.44% (2024-2032) |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Market Forecast Period | 2024-2032 |
| Historical Data | 2018- 2022 |
| Market Forecast Units | Value (USD billion) |
| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends |
| Segments Covered | Function, Formulation, Application, and Region |
| Geographies Covered | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World |
| Countries Covered | The US, Canada, Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, Latin America, Africa |
| Key Companies Profiled | Â Croda International PLC (UK), BASF SE (Germany), Clariant (Switzerland), 3M (US), Lonza Group (Switzerland), Arkema Group (France), Solvay (Belgium), Evonik Industries AG (Germany), Daikin Industries Ltd. (Japan), Akzo Nobel N.V. (The Netherlands), KAO Corporation (Japan) |
| Key Market Opportunities | Growing consumption of packaged products. |
| Key Market Dynamics | Increase purchasing power of the middle-class population. |
Packaging Coating Additives Market Highlights:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
The Packaging Coating Additives market size was valued at USD 0.84 Billion in 2023
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.44% during the forecast period, 2024-2032
Asia-Pacific had the largest market share globally
The key players in the market are Croda International PLC (UK), BASF SE (Germany), Clariant (Switzerland), 3M (US), Lonza Group (Switzerland), Arkema Group (France), Solvay (Belgium), Evonik Industries AG (Germany), Daikin Industries Ltd. (Japan), Akzo Nobel N.V. (The Netherlands), KAO Corporation (Japan)
The slip and anti-block category dominated the market in 2023
The water-based had the largest share of the market
Food packaging had the largest share of the market
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