Cold Chain Packaging Market
PUBLISHED: 2024 ID: SMRC26601
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Cold Chain Packaging Market

Cold Chain Packaging Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Product (Crates, Insulated Container & Boxes and Temperature Controlled Pallet Shippers), Material (Insulating Material, Refrigerants and Paper), Application and By Geography

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Published: 2024 ID: SMRC26601

This report covers the impact of COVID-19 on this global market
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According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Cold Chain Packaging Market is accounted for $29.80 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $65.07 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 13.9% during the forecast period. Cold chain packaging is designed to maintain a specific temperature range for products that are sensitive to temperature variations, such as food, pharmaceuticals, and certain chemicals. It typically involves insulated materials like polystyrene or polyurethane, along with coolant packs or dry ice to regulate temperature. The packaging is crucial for preserving product quality, extending shelf life, and ensuring safety during transportation and storage. Monitoring devices may also be integrated to track temperature throughout the supply chain. 

According to the United Nations Environment Program, a projected 14% of the total food produced for human consumption is lost, while 17% is wasted.

Market Dynamics: 

Driver: 

Robust Demand from the Pharmaceutical Industry

The pharmaceutical industry's robust demand serves as a significant driver for the cold chain packaging market. With the need to transport temperature-sensitive drugs and vaccines, stringent regulations and quality standards necessitate specialized packaging solutions. Cold chain packaging ensures the integrity and efficacy of pharmaceutical products during transit, storage, and distribution. As pharmaceuticals continue to innovate and expand globally, the demand for reliable cold chain packaging escalates. This driver fuels innovations in packaging technology, such as insulated containers, temperature-monitoring devices, and advanced materials, to meet the industry's exacting requirements.

Restraint:

High cost & complex regulations

The cold chain packaging market faces significant constraints due to high costs and complex regulations. Cold chain logistics require specialized packaging to maintain specific temperature conditions, driving up production costs. Moreover, stringent regulations govern the transportation and storage of temperature-sensitive products, adding layers of complexity and compliance requirements. These regulations often vary across regions and industries, further complicating the landscape for cold-chain packaging providers. As a result, companies in this market must navigate a challenging environment, balancing cost considerations with regulatory compliance.

Opportunity:

Technological innovations

Technological innovations offer substantial opportunities in the cold chain packaging market, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Advanced insulation materials like vacuum panels and phase change materials optimize temperature control, preserving perishable goods during transit. Smart packaging solutions equipped with sensors and IoT devices enable real-time monitoring of temperature and humidity, ensuring product integrity throughout the supply chain. Additionally, developments in active packaging, such as oxygen scavengers and antimicrobial coatings, prolong shelf life and maintain product quality.

Threat:

Lack of proper infrastructure in emerging countries

The lack of proper infrastructure in emerging countries poses a significant threat to the cold chain packaging market. Inadequate transportation networks, unreliable power supply, and insufficient storage facilities hinder the effectiveness of cold chain logistics, impacting the integrity of temperature-sensitive products during transit. Without robust infrastructure, maintaining the required temperature conditions becomes challenging, leading to spoilage, reduced shelf life, and compromised product quality. This impediment not only undermines the efficiency of cold chain packaging solutions but also limits the market's growth potential in emerging economies.

Covid-19 Impact: 

The pandemic has positively impacted the cold chain industry, which has increased demand for cold chain warehouses. One of the major contributing factors to the expansion of the cold chain in the food business is the rising adoption rate of packaged food and beverage products. Due to the COVID-19's impact on every industry's supply chain and the restrictions on trade during the pandemic, food manufacturers are now placing more emphasis not only on the products but also on where they are stored to augment their shelf life, which is expected to drive the market for the cold chain.

The insulated container & boxes segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The industry has expanded as a result of the high demand for reusable insulated containers and boxes for storing fruits, vegetables, and processed foods. Furthermore, reusable insulated boxes and containers were progressively used due to rising demand from prominent food and pharmaceutical companies to reduce manufacturing costs, which had a significant impact on the segment's global expansion.

The refrigerants segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The adoption of the refrigerant segment is being fueled by the increasing trend toward gases with low potential for ozone depletion and global warming. The development of sustainable packaging solutions has become a global priority owing to rising concern about ozone layer depletion and global warming. The challenges caused by global warming can be managed and overcome with the assistance of refrigerant materials. In order to reduce cost and achieve sustainability objectives, therefore, consumers of cold packaging are migrating towards these packaging materials.

Region with largest share:

In Europe, the temperature profile varies from country to country. Due to the growth and expansion of their economies, Central and Eastern European nations are anticipated to offer additional opportunities for growth than Western countries. Fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, milk products, and frozen produce are all substantially imported into Germany. Furthermore, with widespread health awareness and rising nutritional intake among consumers, the packaged food industry is booming in the nation.

Region with highest CAGR:

The Asia-Pacific region has witnessed significant growth in the cold chain packaging market owing to several factors. Rising demand for perishable goods, including food and pharmaceuticals, coupled with increasing urbanization and disposable income, has fueled the need for efficient cold chain logistics. Additionally, stringent regulations regarding food safety and pharmaceutical storage have propelled the adoption of advanced packaging solutions. The emergence of e-commerce and online grocery platforms has further boosted the demand for temperature-controlled packaging to ensure product quality during transportation.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Cold Chain Packaging market include Cascades inc., Cold Chain Technologies, Cryopak A TCP Company, Insulated Product Corporation, Intelsius, Orora Group, Pelican Products, Inc., QProducts & Services, Sealed Air Corporation, Sofrigam, Softbox, Sonoco ThermoSafe, Tempack, va Q tec and Valor Industries.   

Key Developments:

In December 2023, Pelican Products, Inc. announced the release of the Adventure case series. These durable cases are portable and versatile to store gear for a variety of activities. Adventure cases are an ideal solution to keep your clothing, tools, and valuables dry and dust-free. Gear is secured with built-in lock hasps and steel latches. An interior tray and optional MOLLE panel keep items organized. The Adventure cases are engineered for durability with rotomolded construction.

In December 2023, Sealed Air Corporation is investing in capacity at its Simpsonville, S.C., facility to produce plant-based food packaging. According to the company, this facility will be the first in North America to produce materials made from Plantic plant-based resin and post-consumer plastic. Simpsonville is one of the largest packaging plants with more than 1,000 employees and 1.4 million square feet of operations. Packaging materials and systems for food and consumer products are manufactured at this location.

Products Covered:
• Crates
• Insulated Container & Boxes
• Cold Packs
• Labels
• Temperature Controlled Pallet Shippers 

Materials Covered:
• Insulating Material
• Refrigerants
• Fluorocarbons
• Inorganics
• Hydrocarbon
• Polymer
• Metal
• Paper

Applications Covered:
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Pulp Concentrates
• Dairy Products
• Processed Food
• Fish
• Pharmaceuticals
• Bakery & Confectionaries
• Seafood
• Meat
• Other Applications 

Regions Covered:
• North America
o US
o Canada
o Mexico
• Europe
o Germany
o UK
o Italy
o France
o Spain
o Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
o Japan        
o China        
o India        
o Australia  
o New Zealand
o South Korea
o Rest of Asia Pacific    
• South America
o Argentina
o Brazil
o Chile
o Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa 
o Saudi Arabia
o UAE
o Qatar
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary       
        
2 Preface       
 2.1 Abstract      
 2.2 Stake Holders      
 2.3 Research Scope      
 2.4 Research Methodology      
  2.4.1 Data Mining     
  2.4.2 Data Analysis     
  2.4.3 Data Validation     
  2.4.4 Research Approach     
 2.5 Research Sources      
  2.5.1 Primary Research Sources     
  2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources     
  2.5.3 Assumptions     
        
3 Market Trend Analysis       
 3.1 Introduction      
 3.2 Drivers      
 3.3 Restraints      
 3.4 Opportunities      
 3.5 Threats      
 3.6 Product Analysis      
 3.7 Application Analysis      
 3.8 Emerging Markets      
 3.9 Impact of Covid-19      
        
4 Porters Five Force Analysis       
 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers      
 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers      
 4.3 Threat of substitutes      
 4.4 Threat of new entrants      
 4.5 Competitive rivalry      
        
5 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market, By Product       
 5.1 Introduction      
 5.2 Crates      
 5.3 Insulated Container & Boxes      
  5.3.1 X-Small     
  5.3.2 Small     
  5.3.3 Petite     
  5.3.4 Medium     
  5.3.5 Large     
 5.4 Cold Packs      
 5.5 Labels      
 5.6 Temperature Controlled Pallet Shippers      
        
6 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market, By Material       
 6.1 Introduction      
 6.2 Insulating Material      
  6.2.1 Vacuum Insulated Panel (VIP)     
  6.2.2 Polyurethane Rigid Foam (PUR)     
  6.2.3 Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)     
  6.2.4 Cryogenic Tanks     
  6.2.5 Other Insulating Materials     
 6.3 Refrigerants      
 6.4 Fluorocarbons      
 6.5 Inorganics      
  6.5.1 Carbon Dioxide (CO2)     
  6.5.2 Ammonia     
 6.6 Hydrocarbon      
 6.7 Polymer      
  6.7.1 Polyurethane     
  6.7.2 Polypropylene     
  6.7.3 Polyethylene Terephthalate     
  6.7.4 Polyethylene     
  6.7.5 Expanded Polystyrene     
  6.7.6 Other Polymers     
 6.8 Metal      
 6.9 Paper      
        
7 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market, By Application       
 7.1 Introduction      
 7.2 Fruits & Vegetables      
 7.3 Pulp Concentrates      
 7.4 Dairy Products      
  7.4.1 Butter     
  7.4.2 Cheese     
  7.4.3 Ice Cream     
  7.4.4 Milk     
 7.5 Processed Food      
 7.6 Fish      
 7.7 Pharmaceuticals      
  7.7.1 Vaccines     
  7.7.2 Blood Banking     
 7.8 Bakery & Confectionaries      
 7.9 Seafood      
 7.10 Meat      
 7.11 Other Applications      
        
8 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market, By Geography       
 8.1 Introduction      
 8.2 North America      
  8.2.1 US     
  8.2.2 Canada     
  8.2.3 Mexico     
 8.3 Europe      
  8.3.1 Germany     
  8.3.2 UK     
  8.3.3 Italy     
  8.3.4 France     
  8.3.5 Spain     
  8.3.6 Rest of Europe     
 8.4 Asia Pacific      
  8.4.1 Japan     
  8.4.2 China     
  8.4.3 India     
  8.4.4 Australia     
  8.4.5 New Zealand     
  8.4.6 South Korea     
  8.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific     
 8.5 South America      
  8.5.1 Argentina     
  8.5.2 Brazil     
  8.5.3 Chile     
  8.5.4 Rest of South America     
 8.6 Middle East & Africa      
  8.6.1 Saudi Arabia     
  8.6.2 UAE     
  8.6.3 Qatar     
  8.6.4 South Africa     
  8.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa     
        
9 Key Developments       
 9.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures      
 9.2 Acquisitions & Mergers      
 9.3 New Product Launch      
 9.4 Expansions      
 9.5 Other Key Strategies      
        
10 Company Profiling       
 10.1 Cascades inc.      
 10.2 Cold Chain Technologies      
 10.3 Cryopak A TCP Company      
 10.4 Insulated Product Corporation      
 10.5 Intelsius      
 10.6 Orora Group      
 10.7 Pelican Products, Inc.      
 10.8 QProducts & Services      
 10.9 Sealed Air Corporation      
 10.10 Sofrigam       
 10.11 Softbox      
 10.12 Sonoco ThermoSafe      
 10.13 Tempack      
 10.14 va Q tec      
 10.15 Valor Industries      
        
List of Tables        
1 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN)       
2 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Product (2022-2030) ($MN)       
3 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Crates (2022-2030) ($MN)       
4 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Insulated Container & Boxes (2022-2030) ($MN)       
5 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By X-Small (2022-2030) ($MN)       
6 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Small (2022-2030) ($MN)       
7 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Petite (2022-2030) ($MN)       
8 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Medium (2022-2030) ($MN)       
9 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Large (2022-2030) ($MN)       
10 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Cold Packs (2022-2030) ($MN)       
11 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Labels (2022-2030) ($MN)       
12 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Temperature Controlled Pallet Shippers (2022-2030) ($MN)       
13 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Material (2022-2030) ($MN)       
14 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Insulating Material (2022-2030) ($MN)       
15 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Vacuum Insulated Panel (VIP) (2022-2030) ($MN)       
16 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Polyurethane Rigid Foam (PUR) (2022-2030) ($MN)       
17 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) (2022-2030) ($MN)       
18 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Cryogenic Tanks (2022-2030) ($MN)       
19 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Other Insulating Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)       
20 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Refrigerants (2022-2030) ($MN)       
21 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Fluorocarbons (2022-2030) ($MN)       
22 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Inorganics (2022-2030) ($MN)       
23 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Carbon Dioxide (CO2) (2022-2030) ($MN)       
24 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Ammonia (2022-2030) ($MN)       
25 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Hydrocarbon (2022-2030) ($MN)       
26 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Polymer (2022-2030) ($MN)       
27 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Polyurethane (2022-2030) ($MN)       
28 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Polypropylene (2022-2030) ($MN)       
29 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Polyethylene Terephthalate (2022-2030) ($MN)       
30 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Polyethylene (2022-2030) ($MN)       
31 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Expanded Polystyrene (2022-2030) ($MN)       
32 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Other Polymers (2022-2030) ($MN)       
33 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Metal (2022-2030) ($MN)       
34 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Paper (2022-2030) ($MN)       
35 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)       
36 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Fruits & Vegetables (2022-2030) ($MN)       
37 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Pulp Concentrates (2022-2030) ($MN)       
38 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Dairy Products (2022-2030) ($MN)       
39 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Butter (2022-2030) ($MN)       
40 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Cheese (2022-2030) ($MN)       
41 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Ice Cream (2022-2030) ($MN)       
42 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Milk (2022-2030) ($MN)       
43 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Processed Food (2022-2030) ($MN)       
44 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Fish (2022-2030) ($MN)       
45 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2022-2030) ($MN)       
46 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Vaccines (2022-2030) ($MN)       
47 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Blood Banking (2022-2030) ($MN)       
48 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Bakery & Confectionaries (2022-2030) ($MN)       
49 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Seafood (2022-2030) ($MN)       
50 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Meat (2022-2030) ($MN)       
51 Global Cold Chain Packaging Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)       
        
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.        

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RESEARCH METHODOLOGY


Research Methodology

We at Stratistics opt for an extensive research approach which involves data mining, data validation, and data analysis. The various research sources include in-house repository, secondary research, competitor’s sources, social media research, client internal data, and primary research.

Our team of analysts prefers the most reliable and authenticated data sources in order to perform the comprehensive literature search. With access to most of the authenticated data bases our team highly considers the best mix of information through various sources to obtain extensive and accurate analysis.

Each report takes an average time of a month and a team of 4 industry analysts. The time may vary depending on the scope and data availability of the desired market report. The various parameters used in the market assessment are standardized in order to enhance the data accuracy.

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The data is collected from several authenticated, reliable, paid and unpaid sources and is filtered depending on the scope & objective of the research. Our reports repository acts as an added advantage in this procedure. Data gathering from the raw material suppliers, distributors and the manufacturers is performed on a regular basis, this helps in the comprehensive understanding of the products value chain. Apart from the above mentioned sources the data is also collected from the industry consultants to ensure the objective of the study is in the right direction.

Market trends such as technological advancements, regulatory affairs, market dynamics (Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities and Challenges) are obtained from scientific journals, market related national & international associations and organizations.

Data Analysis

From the data that is collected depending on the scope & objective of the research the data is subjected for the analysis. The critical steps that we follow for the data analysis include:

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The data engineering is performed by the core industry experts considering both the Marketing Mix Modeling and the Demand Forecasting. The marketing mix modeling makes use of multiple-regression techniques to predict the optimal mix of marketing variables. Regression factor is based on a number of variables and how they relate to an outcome such as sales or profits.


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