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Vaccine storage and packaging encompass the processes and systems used to preserve the safety, potency, and effectiveness of vaccines from production through administration. Storage involves maintaining vaccines within specific temperature ranges-typically between +2°C and +8°C for refrigerated vaccines or below -15°C for frozen ones-using cold chain equipment such as refrigerators and insulated containers. Packaging includes the materials and containers that protect vaccines during handling and transportation, including vials, syringes, boxes, and insulated shipping materials.
The main types of vaccine storage and packaging consist of vaccine storage and vaccine packaging. Vaccine storage involves maintaining vaccines under specific temperature and environmental conditions to ensure their safety, potency, and effectiveness until administration. These storage solutions are made from various materials such as plastic, glass, paper, paperboard, and others, and are designed for different vaccine types, including messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines, DNA vaccines, protein-based vaccines, and viral vector vaccines. These products are applied to both human and animal vaccines and serve various end users, including pharmaceutical and biotech companies, diagnostic centers, clinical research organizations, and other healthcare facilities.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sudden escalation of U.S. tariffs and the consequent trade frictions in spring 2025 are severely impacting the healthcare sector, particularly in the supply of critical medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are facing higher costs for imported surgical instruments, imaging equipment, and consumables such as syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic alternatives. These increased costs are straining healthcare budgets, leading some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass on expenses to patients. Additionally, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the production of essential drugs and devices, causing supply chain bottlenecks. In response, the industry is diversifying sourcing strategies, boosting local manufacturing where possible, and advocating for tariff exemptions on life-saving medical products.
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The vaccine storage and packaging market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $22.15 billion in 2024 to $23.87 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to increasing immunization initiatives, expansion in vaccine production, growth of cold chain logistics, government investments in healthcare infrastructure, and rising incidence of infectious diseases.
The vaccine storage and packaging market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $31.82 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth expected in the forecast period can be attributed to the surge in demand for mRNA and biologics-based vaccines, increasing need for ultra-cold storage solutions, globalization of vaccine distribution networks, regulatory emphasis on quality and safety compliance, and innovations in temperature-monitoring technologies. Key trends during this period include the adoption of smart packaging with real-time tracking, a shift toward eco-friendly and sustainable packaging materials, integration of IoT and AI in cold chain management, increased outsourcing of packaging services to specialized firms, and growth in modular and portable storage units for last-mile delivery.
The growing production of vaccines is expected to drive the expansion of the vaccine storage and packaging market in the coming years. Vaccines are biological preparations that help the immune system develop protection against specific diseases by imitating the body's natural defense response. The surge in vaccine production is largely due to the increasing prevalence of infectious diseases, which heightens the global demand for preventive healthcare measures to manage outbreaks and protect public health. Storing and packaging vaccines effectively is essential, as they are highly sensitive to temperature changes and contamination, requiring specialized cold chain systems and protective packaging to maintain their safety and potency during distribution. For example, in February 2025, the World Health Organization, a Switzerland-based intergovernmental organization, reported that the global annual production capacity for seasonal influenza vaccines had reached approximately 1.53 billion doses. As a result, the increase in vaccine production is fueling the growth of the vaccine storage and packaging market.
Key players in the vaccine storage and packaging market are focusing on technological advancements to improve efficiency and safety in manufacturing processes, such as implementing direct-to-fill technology. This method significantly reduces contamination risks, shortens handling time, and helps preserve the stability and quality of vaccines throughout production. For example, in October 2024, Nipro PharmaPackaging, a medical equipment manufacturer based in Belgium, introduced D2 (Direct-to-Fill) glass vials featuring EZ-fill technology. These vials are prepared for immediate use-they are pre-washed, depyrogenated, sterilized, and packaged for seamless integration into aseptic fill-finish operations. Designed for compatibility with a variety of production systems, D2F vials aim to boost operational efficiency, minimize breakage and defects, and deliver greater durability and cost savings through a nest and tub packaging format.
In December 2024, Gerresheimer, a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Germany, acquired Blitz LuxCo Sarl for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition allows Gerresheimer to expand its portfolio with advanced vaccine packaging options, including customizable containers that are tamper-proof and temperature-controlled. The deal also strengthens Gerresheimer's presence in the European market. Blitz LuxCo Sarl is an Italy-based company specializing in the production of vaccine packaging solutions, including both glass and plastic bottles.
Major players in the vaccine storage and packaging market are McKesson Corporation, AmerisourceBergen Corporation, DHL International GmbH, United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS), FedEx Corporation, PHCbi (Panasonic Healthcare Co. Ltd.), Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., DB Schenker, Corning Incorporated, STERIS plc, NIPRO Corporation, AptarGroup Inc., Schott AG, Gerresheimer AG, Thermo King Corporation, Lineage Inc., Stevanato Group S.p.A., Eppendorf SE, Haier Biomedical, Cole-Parmer Instrument Company LLC, Cardinal Logistics LLC, DWK Life Sciences, B Medical Systems, Helmer Scientific Inc., Arctiko A/S, American Biotech Supply LLC, The Cool Ice Box Company Ltd., Expedite International.
North America was the largest region in the vaccine storage and packaging market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in vaccine storage and packaging report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the vaccine storage and packaging market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The vaccine storage and packaging market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as cold chain logistics services, packaging services, emergency and contingency services, and inventory and supply chain management. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The vaccine storage and packaging market also includes sales of insulated boxes, ice packs and thermal insulation and packaging materials. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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