E-commerce Packaging Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030

The global e-commerce packaging market will grow at a CAGR of 12.50% to be valued at US$110.961 billion in 2030 from US$61.587 billion in 2025.

The increasing rate of consumers buying things online coupled with increasing penetration of the internet and smartphones in various developing countries is anticipated to be one of the major driving factors for e-commerce packaging in the projected period. Additionally, e-commerce has gained huge popularity because there are a variety of options available for one single product. Moreover, the customer support after delivery of the product and the easy return policy is also encouraging the growth of e-commerce website which in turn is growing the global e-commerce packaging industry in the projected period.

Rising Online Shopping Trends Fuel E-commerce Packaging Market

Growing disposable incomes, a rising working population, busy schedules, and evolving lifestyles have left consumers with less time for traditional in-store shopping. The convenience of doorstep delivery is driving the global e-commerce packaging market's growth in the coming years. This trend is particularly strong in developing nations like India, previously untapped markets that are now gaining traction in the global e-commerce packaging sector. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, e-commerce revenue has been rising in 2023, with online retail sales accounting for approximately 16% of total U.S. retail purchases. This share is expected to grow due to factors such as attractive refunds, discounts from e-commerce platforms, increasing digitalization, and technological advancements, particularly in countries like the United States, further supporting the global e-commerce packaging industry during the forecast period.

Steady Growth Projected for India's E-commerce Packaging Market

In India, the e-commerce packaging market is expected to see consistent growth, driven by heightened demand for corrugated boxes in developing economies. The rapid expansion of the online retail sector is set to increase the need for reliable packaging solutions in the coming years. This growth is largely fueled by investments in industries such as consumer electronics, apparel, fashion, and personal care, which are creating significant opportunities for the e-commerce packaging market.

Some of the major players covered in this report include Amcor Plc., Mondi Group, Smurfit Kappa Group, DS Smith Plc., WestRock Company, International Paper Company, Sealed Air Corporation, and Pregis LLC., among others.

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E-commerce Packaging Market Segmentations:

E-commerce Packaging Market Segmentation by product type:

• The market is analyzed by product type into the following:
• Corrugated Boxes
• Poly Bags
• Protective Packaging
• Others

E-commerce Packaging Market Segmentation by material:

• The report analyzes the market by material as below:
• Plastics
• Paper and Paperboard
• Sustainable Materials
• Advanced Materials

E-commerce Packaging Market Segmentation by application:

• The report analyzes the market by application as below:
• Electronics & Electricals
• Food & Beverages
• Apparel & Accessories
• Personal Care Products
• Other Applications

E-commerce Packaging Market Segmentation by regions:

The study also analysed the e-commerce packaging market into the following regions, with country level forecasts and analysis as below:

• North America (USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• South America (Brazil, Argentina, and Others)
• Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, and Others)
• Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Others)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, and Others)

E-commerce Packaging Market Report Coverage:

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• Market size, forecasts, and trends by different product type, with historical revenue data and analysis focusing on key factors driving adoption, current challenges faced by key players, and major growth areas.
• Market size, forecasts, and trends by material, with historical revenue data and analysis.
• Market size, forecasts, and trends by application, with historical revenue data and analysis across various segments.
• The e-commerce packaging market is also analysed across different regions, with historical data, regional share, attractiveness and opportunity of these solutions in different countries. The growth prospects and key players operating in these markets. The section also dwells on the macro factors, economic scenario and other complementing factors aiding in market growth.
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