The global liquid carton packaging market was valued at USD 9.02 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow to USD 11.70 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 2.63%. This report looks at the market by product type (brick cartons, gable top cartons), material type (plastic-coated paperboard, aluminium-coated paperboard), and end-use industries (dairy, juices, and drinks). Asia Pacific leads the market in 2024, and trends like recyclable materials and better packaging solutions are expected to drive growth.
Major Breakthroughs Shaping the Liquid Carton Packaging Market
- In September 2024, ACE UK, the carton trade association, launched the Carton Ready campaign to support the UK Governments Simpler Recycling reforms. The initiative aims to ensure that beverage cartons are fully integrated into the new recycling system, promoting easier and more effective recycling practices across the country.
- In May 2024, Zotefoams signed an agreement with Südpack to advance the production of 100% HDPE beverage cartons using its mono-material barrier packaging, ReZorce. This partnership marks a significant step toward the full commercialisation of ReZorce, bringing the innovative and recyclable packaging solution closer to market readiness.
- In November 2024, Union Cosmetic s.r.o., a leading manufacturer of cosmetic and home care products in the Czech Republic, began transitioning several of its products from plastic packaging to cartons. The initial shift includes washing gels, fabric softeners, and liquid soaps, aiming to offer consumers more sustainable packaging choices for everyday items.
- In July 2024, Black Cow, beverage manufacturing company based in U.K. revealed the introduction of a premium milk carton-inspired pack for its Pure Milk Vodka range.
- In April 2024, Smol products, home cleaning products manufacturing company, announced the introduction of the smol Stain Gel in D-PAK cartons.
- In October 2023, SIG introduced the SIG DomeMini, a sustainable on-the-go carton pack. Smurfit Kappa expanded its operations in North Africa by launching a new plant in Rabat, Morocco in July 2023.
Liquid Carton Packaging Market Key Companies
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