Skin Packaging Market Report 2026

The skin packaging market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $12.38 billion in 2025 to $13.05 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of packaged food consumption, growth of retail-ready packaging formats, increasing demand for product protection, rising use of plastic films in packaging, wider adoption in consumer goods packaging.

The skin packaging market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $16.25 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, rising regulatory focus on recyclable materials, expansion of skin packaging in industrial goods, growing preference for minimal packaging designs, innovation in biodegradable film materials. Major trends in the forecast period include growing adoption of transparent and display-oriented packaging, rising demand for extended shelf-life packaging, increasing use of recyclable and lightweight films, expansion of skin packaging in food applications, enhanced focus on product visibility and protection.

The increasing demand from the food industry is expected to drive the growth of the skin packaging market in the coming years. The food industry includes the production, processing, distribution, and consumption of food products. Skin packaging is widely preferred in this sector due to its ability to provide protective and visually appealing coverage that enhances product visibility and preserves freshness. For example, in September 2025, the Economic Research Service, a U.S.-based government agency, reported that in 2024, the average annual cost of food consumed at home rose by 1.2% compared to 2023. Consequently, the growing demand within the food industry is supporting the expansion of the skin packaging market.

Major players in the skin packaging market are actively engaged in the development of innovative products to better cater to customer needs. A noteworthy example is the introduction of skin films, also referred to as vacuum skin packaging (VSP) films. These films, thin and transparent plastic materials, are utilized to tightly wrap products onto a backing board or tray. In March 2023, Wentus GmbH, a Germany-based plastic fabrication company, unveiled WENTOPRO SkinTight 20 UHT and UHT-M skin films. Tailored for packaging purposes, these films offer improved shine, strength, cutting, and sealing properties, ultimately leading to higher productivity and reduced waste. Notably, WENTOPRO SkinTight 20 UHT and UHT-M adhere to US regulations for fresh fish packaging and showcase an oxygen permeability exceeding >10,000 cm² (m²d bar).

In May 2023, Amcor, an Australia-based company specializing in responsible packaging solutions, made an undisclosed acquisition of Moda Systems. This strategic move is anticipated to enhance Amcor's film expertise, fortifying its capability to provide comprehensive end-to-end packaging solutions, encompassing primary packaging, equipment, on-site technical service, and parts. Moda Systems, a New Zealand-based provider of skin packaging solutions, aligns seamlessly with Amcor's objective of augmenting its capabilities in the dynamic and evolving skin packaging market.

Major companies operating in the skin packaging market are Dow Chemical Company, Westrock Company, Berry Global, Amcor PLC, Sealed Air Corporation, MULTIVAC Sepp Haggenmüller SE & Co. KG, Bemis Company Inc, ProAmpac, Ampac Group, Flexopack SA, Linpac Packaging Limited., G.Mondini SPA, Display Pack Inc., Schur Flexibles Group, PAC Machinery, Clondalkin Group, Plastopil Hazorea Co. Ltd., Shawnee Chemical, Windmöller & Hölscher, Stamar Packaging.

North America was the largest region in the skin packaging market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the skin packaging market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the skin packaging market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The skin packaging market includes revenues earned by entities by services such as vacuum skin packaging, corrugated skin packaging, printed skin packaging, thermoformed skin packaging and die-cut skin packaging. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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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