The chitosan-based aerogel food active packaging market is growing fast, with revenue expected to reach hundreds of millions between 2025 and 2034, supporting global sustainable infrastructure. Demand is rising in agriculture, pharmaceutical, and food industries for sustainable and biodegradable packaging. This packaging keeps food fresh and extends shelf life by stopping microbes and absorbing gases and moisture. Strong demand for eco-friendly and versatile packaging alternatives is driving the market forward.
Top Companies in the Chitosan-Based Aerogel Food Active Packaging Market
- Cargill, Inc.: It plays an extensive role in the sourcing process of chitosan to the packaging companies.
- ADM (Archer Daniels Midland Company): It is a leading processor for agricultural necessities and contribute in raw material supply.
- Gelita AG: A leading worldwide supplier of gelatin, which is a protein-based biopolymer.
- TIC Gums, Inc.: It is extensively known for its hydrocolloids such as Gum Arabic which is a plant-based ingredient.
- Roquette Frères: A leading plant-based starch company which is a supplier of chitosan aerogel.
- Others: Kerry Group plc, Chitosan Technology Co., Ltd., Advanced Biopolymers, Inc., Innovative Biopolymers LLC, Funktions Films GmbH, Flex Films Pvt. Ltd., Biopack Solutions, EcoFilm Technologies, AEP Industries Inc., Novamont S.p.A.
Recent Developments
- In May 2025, Innovia Films has declared the launch of a new technology film coating line which is located at its Zacapú plant established in Mexico. This has improved metallizing potentials of the company.
- In June 2025, Plastic Packaging Research and Development Centre (PPRDC) published its research on “Recycling of Post-Consumer Food-Grade Polypropylene (PPs) Waste: Sustainable Valorization of Recycled PP Material”.
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