PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1869670
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1869670
The global bag-in-box container market was valued at USD 4.54 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 7.70 billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2025 to 2033. The market is driven by rising demand for convenient, spill-free packaging in the food and beverage sector, growing adoption in wine and liquid dairy products, and increasing emphasis on sustainable, lightweight, and cost-effective packaging solutions.
The food and beverage sector has become a central growth driver for the bag-in-box (BIB) packaging industry, owing to its versatility, cost efficiency, and superior protection for liquid and semi-liquid products. Food and beverage producers are increasingly adopting BIB solutions for packaging edible oils, dairy products, fruit juices, sauces, and syrups, as the packaging format minimizes oxidation, reduces product waste, and ensures extended shelf life after opening. The airtight dispensing system prevents contamination, making it ideal for food service and catering operations where hygiene and portion control are critical. For instance, major beverage brands such as Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Nestle use bag-in-box systems for syrup concentrates and juices used in dispensers, ensuring product consistency and ease of transport.
The demand for ready-to-drink (RTD) and on-the-go beverages is also influencing the uptake of BIB packaging. Foodservice chains and hospitality sectors prefer this format due to its efficiency in bulk storage and ease of use during refilling or dispensing. Additionally, consumers' growing preference for eco-friendly and lightweight packaging alternatives is encouraging beverage producers to replace rigid plastic and glass containers with recyclable BIB solutions. For example, BIB packaging for fruit juices and liquid dairy products helps reduce overall packaging material usage and logistics costs, aligning with sustainability targets set by major beverage producers.
In the European wine industry, bag-in-box packaging has seen exceptional growth as consumers embrace its convenience, affordability, and ability to maintain wine quality for weeks after opening. According to the World Population Review, in 2023, EU countries such as France, Italy, and Spain together accounted for 48.2% of global wine production. Hence, these countries are witnessing an increasing shift toward BIB packaging, especially for mid-range and table wines. According to industry observations, France's retail wine sector now features a significant share of BIB wines, particularly in supermarkets where value-oriented and sustainable packaging appeals to everyday consumers. Moreover, Scandinavian markets, notably Sweden and Norway, have also driven this trend, with over half of retail wine sales occurring in bag-in-box formats due to consumer preferences for convenience, reduced waste, and easy storage.
The bag-in-box (BIB) packaging industry is increasingly driven by sustainability concerns, as brands and consumers seek solutions that minimize environmental impact. A key advantage of BIB packaging is its recyclability and low waste generation. For example, DS Smith Rapak designs BIB systems for easy and convenient deconstruction, resulting in minimal packaging waste upon disposal. Their life cycle assessment (LCA) shows that Bag-in-Box generates up to five times less waste than rigid containers. The cardboard outer box is 100% recyclable and widely collected, while the inner liner, made of non-barrier polyethylene, can achieve up to 31% recycling rates, demonstrating the tangible waste reduction benefits of this packaging format.
Global Bag-in-Box Container Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at a global level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global bag-in-box container market report based on capacity, material state, component type, tap, application, and region: