Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Size Study, by Functionality (Void Filling, Block & Bracing, Wrapping), by Material (Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Bio-based Materials), by Application (Electronics, Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, E-commerce, Food and Beverages), by Closure Type (Airtight Seal, Resealable Seal, Perforated Seal), by End-User (Manufacturers, Distributors, Retailers, Consumers) and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

January 2025 | 285 pages | ID: G11571F1FB6EEN
Bizwit Research & Consulting LLP

Abstracts

The global air cushion packaging market, valued at approximately USD 2.41 billion in 2023, is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.40% over the forecast period 2024-2032, reaching a market size of USD 3.55 billion by 2032. Air cushion packaging, designed to provide lightweight, protective, and cost-effective solutions for product transport and storage, has become a cornerstone of modern logistics. Its applications span diverse sectors such as electronics, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverages, driven by the demand for sustainable and efficient packaging solutions.

The expanding e-commerce sector, alongside a growing preference for environmentally friendly and recyclable materials, significantly bolsters the demand for air cushion packaging. The market is further augmented by advancements in bio-based materials and innovations in sealing technologies, including resealable and perforated closures. However, challenges such as fluctuating raw material prices and the high initial investment in advanced production equipment may hinder market growth during the forecast period.

Technological advancements and the increasing adoption of bio-based alternatives are reshaping the landscape of the air cushion packaging market. The integration of automation in manufacturing processes, coupled with innovations in functionality, such as wrapping and block & bracing applications, provides a competitive edge to industry players. The rising prominence of airtight sealing mechanisms, ensuring enhanced product safety, is further expanding the application scope across high-demand sectors.

Regionally, North America dominates the global air cushion packaging market due to robust demand in the e-commerce and electronics sectors. Europe closely follows, propelled by stringent regulations promoting sustainable packaging solutions. Meanwhile, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to exhibit the fastest growth, driven by industrial expansion, rapid urbanization, and the burgeoning e-commerce landscape. Emerging markets in Latin America and the Middle East & Africa also present promising opportunities, supported by rising infrastructure investments and increasing consumer awareness regarding sustainable practices.

Major market players included in this report are:

• Sealed Air Corporation
• Pregis LLC
• Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH
• Automated Packaging Systems, Inc.
• Polyair Inter Pack Inc.
• FP International
• Smurfit Kappa Group
• Inflatable Packaging Inc.
• Geami Sustainable Packaging
• Ranpak Corporation
• International Plastics, Inc.
• Unicraft Corporation
• Free-Flow Packaging International, Inc.
• Airpack Systems
• Omni Group

The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:

By Functionality:

• Void Filling
• Block & Bracing
• Wrapping

By Material:

• Polyethylene (PE)
• Polypropylene (PP)
• Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
• Bio-based Materials

By Application:

• Electronics
• Automotive
• Pharmaceuticals
• E-commerce
• Food and Beverages

By Closure Type:

• Airtight Seal
• Resealable Seal
• Perforated Seal

By End-User:

• Manufacturers
• Distributors
• Retailers
• Consumers

By Region:

North America

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe

• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia-Pacific

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

Latin America

• Brazil
• Mexico

Middle East & Africa

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

Years considered for the study are as follows:

• Historical year: 2022
• Base year: 2023
• Forecast period: 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:

• Comprehensive market estimates and forecasts for a decade, segmented by region, polyamide type, manufacturing process, and end-use industry.
• Regional analysis providing both macro and micro-level insights.
• Competitive landscape evaluation, including strategies and market shares of key players.
• Identification of emerging trends, growth opportunities, and challenges impacting the market.
• Detailed demand and supply-side analysis for actionable stakeholder insights.

Contents

CHAPTER 1. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1.1. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
  1.3.1. By Functionality
    1.3.1.1. Void Filling
    1.3.1.2. Block & Bracing
    1.3.1.3. Wrapping
  1.3.2. By Material
    1.3.2.1. Polyethylene (PE)
    1.3.2.2. Polypropylene (PP)
    1.3.2.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
    1.3.2.4. Bio-based Materials
  1.3.3. By Application
    1.3.3.1. Electronics
    1.3.3.2. Automotive
    1.3.3.3. Pharmaceuticals
    1.3.3.4. E-commerce
    1.3.3.5. Food and Beverages
  1.3.4. By Closure Type
    1.3.4.1. Airtight Seal
    1.3.4.2. Resealable Seal
    1.3.4.3. Perforated Seal
  1.3.5. By End-User
    1.3.5.1. Manufacturers
    1.3.5.2. Distributors
    1.3.5.3. Retailers
    1.3.5.4. Consumers
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

CHAPTER 2. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET DEFINITION AND RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS

2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
  2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
  2.3.2. Limitations
  2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
    2.3.3.1. Availability
    2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
    2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
    2.3.3.4. Market Competition
    2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer’s Perspective)
  2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
    2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
    2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
    2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
    2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates

CHAPTER 3. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET DYNAMICS

3.1. Market Drivers
  3.1.1. Increasing Demand in E-commerce
  3.1.2. Advancements in Bio-based Materials
  3.1.3. Growing Adoption in Automotive and Pharmaceuticals
3.2. Market Challenges
  3.2.1. Fluctuating Raw Material Prices
  3.2.2. High Initial Investment in Production Equipment
3.3. Market Opportunities
  3.3.1. Expansion in Emerging Markets
  3.3.2. Innovations in Sustainable Production Practices
  3.3.3. Government Initiatives Promoting Eco-friendly Packaging

CHAPTER 4. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS

4.1. Porter’s 5 Force Model
  4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
  4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
  4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
  4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
  4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
  4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
  4.2.1. Political
  4.2.2. Economical
  4.2.3. Social
  4.2.4. Technological
  4.2.5. Environmental
  4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunities
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

CHAPTER 5. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY FUNCTIONALITY 2022-2032

5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market: Functionality Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  5.2.1. Void Filling
  5.2.2. Block & Bracing
  5.2.3. Wrapping

CHAPTER 6. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY MATERIAL 2022-2032

6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market: Material Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  6.2.1. Polyethylene (PE)
  6.2.2. Polypropylene (PP)
  6.2.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
  6.2.4. Bio-based Materials

CHAPTER 7. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY APPLICATION 2022-2032

7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  7.2.1. Electronics
  7.2.2. Automotive
  7.2.3. Pharmaceuticals
  7.2.4. E-commerce
  7.2.5. Food and Beverages

CHAPTER 8. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY CLOSURE TYPE 2022-2032

8.1. Segment Dashboard
8.2. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market: Closure Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  8.2.1. Airtight Seal
  8.2.2. Resealable Seal
  8.2.3. Perforated Seal

CHAPTER 9. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY END-USER 2022-2032

9.1. Segment Dashboard
9.2. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market: End-User Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  9.2.1. Manufacturers
  9.2.2. Distributors
  9.2.3. Retailers
  9.2.4. Consumers

CHAPTER 10. GLOBAL AIR CUSHION PACKAGING MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY REGION 2022-2032

10.1. North America Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.1.1. U.S. Air Cushion Packaging Market
    10.1.1.1. Functionality Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    10.1.1.2. Material Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    10.1.1.3. Application Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
  10.1.2. Canada Air Cushion Packaging Market
    10.1.2.1. Functionality Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    10.1.2.2. Material Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    10.1.2.3. Application Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
10.2. Europe Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.2.1. UK Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.2.2. Germany Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.2.3. France Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.2.4. Spain Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.2.5. Italy Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.2.6. Rest of Europe Air Cushion Packaging Market
10.3. Asia-Pacific Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.3.1. China Air Cushion Packaging Market
    10.3.1.1. Functionality Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    10.3.1.2. Material Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    10.3.1.3. Application Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
  10.3.2. India Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.3.3. Japan Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.3.4. Australia Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.3.5. South Korea Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.3.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific Air Cushion Packaging Market
10.4. Latin America Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.4.1. Brazil Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.4.2. Mexico Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.4.3. Rest of Latin America Air Cushion Packaging Market
10.5. Middle East & Africa Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.5.1. Saudi Arabia Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.5.2. South Africa Air Cushion Packaging Market
  10.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Air Cushion Packaging Market

CHAPTER 11. COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE

11.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
  11.1.1. Sealed Air Corporation
  11.1.2. Pregis LLC
  11.1.3. Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH
11.2. Top Market Strategies
11.3. Company Profiles
  11.3.1. Sealed Air Corporation
    11.3.1.1. Key Information
    11.3.1.2. Overview
    11.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
    11.3.1.4. Product Summary
    11.3.1.5. Market Strategies
  11.3.2. Pregis LLC
  11.3.3. Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH
  11.3.4. Automated Packaging Systems, Inc.
  11.3.5. Polyair Inter Pack Inc.
  11.3.6. FP International
  11.3.7. Smurfit Kappa Group
  11.3.8. Inflatable Packaging Inc.
  11.3.9. Geami Sustainable Packaging
  11.3.10. Ranpak Corporation
  11.3.11. International Plastics, Inc.
  11.3.12. Unicraft Corporation
  11.3.13. Free-Flow Packaging International, Inc.
  11.3.14. Airpack Systems
  11.3.15. Omni Group

CHAPTER 12. RESEARCH PROCESS

12.1. Research Process
  12.1.1. Data Mining
  12.1.2. Analysis
  12.1.3. Market Estimation
  12.1.4. Validation
  12.1.5. Publishing
12.2. Research Attributes

12. LIST OF TABLES

TABLE 1. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Report Scope
TABLE 2. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 3. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Functionality 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 4. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Material 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 5. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 6. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Closure Type 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 7. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by End-User 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 8. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Functionality 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 9. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Material 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 10. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 11. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Closure Type 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 12. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by End-User 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 13. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Functionality 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 14. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Material 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 15. U.S. Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 16. U.S. Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Functionality 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 17. U.S. Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Material 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 18. Canada Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 19. Canada Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Functionality 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 20. Canada Air Cushion Packaging Market Estimates & Forecasts by Material 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
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This list is not complete; the final report does contain more than 100 tables. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.

12. LIST OF FIGURES

FIG 1. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Research Methodology
FIG 2. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Market Estimation Techniques
FIG 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
FIG 4. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Key Trends 2023
FIG 5. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Growth Prospects 2022-2032
FIG 6. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Porter’s 5 Force Model
FIG 7. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, PESTEL Analysis
FIG 8. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Value Chain Analysis
FIG 9. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 10. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 11. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 12. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 13. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 14. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Regional Snapshot 2022 & 2032
FIG 15. North America Air Cushion Packaging Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 16. Europe Air Cushion Packaging Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 17. Asia-Pacific Air Cushion Packaging Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 18. Latin America Air Cushion Packaging Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 19. Middle East & Africa Air Cushion Packaging Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 20. Global Air Cushion Packaging Market, Company Market Share Analysis (2023)
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This list is not complete; the final report does contain more than 50 figures. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.