The traditional packaging materials market is growing quickly, with revenue expected to rise by hundreds of millions between 2025 and 2034, supporting sustainable infrastructure worldwide. The demand for affordable, durable, and eco-friendly packaging is driving this growth. In the Asia Pacific region, strong demand for packaged food products makes it the leading market. The main materials used in this market include metals, paper, cardboard, glass, and others.
Top Companies in the Traditional Packaging Materials Market

Latest Announcements by Industry Leaders
- In January 2025, Alessandra Zanetti, Sales & Business Development Manager at Rottneros Packaging AB, expressed, "We are committed to reducing food waste by producing trays with advanced barrier properties that optimise shelf life. Sustainability is at the core of our mission, which is why our trays are primarily made from fibre sourced from sustainably managed forests. To further our commitment to the planet, we design our trays with minimal plastic content, ensuring they are recyclable at paper curbside collections with non-wood content below 10%."
New Advancements in the Market
- In January 2025, Rottneros Packaging AB, a leader in thermoformed moulded pulp packaging, is excited to announce the launch of its NATURE™ range of sustainable food packaging trays at Packaging Innovations & Empack 2025.
- In January 2025, Fresh-Lock® and TIPA Help True. ApS Launch Compostable Date Packaging.