| Product Code: ETC337484 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Growth accelerates to 2.87% in 2027, following an initial rate of 1.93%, before easing to 1.64% at the end of the period.

The Paperboard Packaging market in Bahrain is projected to grow at a stable growth rate of 2.87% by 2027, within the Middle East region led by Saudi Arabia, along with other countries like United Arab Emirates, Iran, Qatar and Kuwait, collectively shaping a dynamic and evolving market environment driven by innovation and increasing adoption of emerging technologies.

Paperboard packaging in Bahrain is witnessing robust growth, driven by sustainability trends and increased demand from the food, cosmetics, and consumer goods sectors. Lightweight, printable, and recyclable, paperboard is favored for both functional and branding purposes. The market is buoyed by increased consumerism and eco-conscious packaging choices.
Driven by e-commerce growth, food delivery, and consumer goods demand, the paperboard packaging market in Bahrain is on an upward trajectory. Businesses are leaning towards lightweight, sturdy, and eco-conscious packaging solutions to meet regulatory and consumer expectations. The preference for custom-printed and branded packaging is also influencing product innovation and market expansion.
Paperboard packaging in Bahrain faces challenges from strong competition with plastic and flexible packaging options, which are often cheaper and more readily available. Although there is growing interest in eco-friendly alternatives, the lack of incentives for manufacturers and buyers slows market growth. Import dependency for raw materials and finished products leads to higher costs, and inconsistent quality from suppliers can affect buyer confidence.
With Bahrain`s retail and e-commerce sectors gaining momentum, paperboard packaging offers a sustainable alternative to plastics. Investments in innovative, recyclable, and aesthetically appealing paperboard packaging solutions can cater to the rising demand from FMCG, food, and cosmetics sectors.
Bahrains growing packaging sector is shaped by government policies that emphasize sustainability, recycling, and consumer safety. Paperboard packaging manufacturers must comply with the Ministry of Industrys labeling and material-use regulations, especially for food-contact products. Bahrain encourages the use of paperboard over plastic through tax benefits and streamlined import procedures for eco-friendly packaging materials. Exporters are also guided by conformity requirements to meet GCC-wide and European packaging standards.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Overview |
3.1 Bahrain Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-User Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions |
4.2.2 Growth in e-commerce sector leading to higher demand for packaging materials |
4.2.3 Rise in consumer awareness towards recyclable packaging options |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Intense competition from alternative packaging materials like plastic and metal |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges related to waste management and recycling policies |
5 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Trends |
6 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market, By Types |
6.1 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market, By Grade |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Cartonboard, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Containerboard, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Grades, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market, By Product Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Folding Cartons, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Corrugated Boxes, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Types, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market, By End-User Industry |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Beverage, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Healthcare, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Care, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Household Care, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Electrical Products, 2021-2031F |
7 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of recycled content used in paperboard packaging |
8.2 Carbon footprint reduction per unit of paperboard packaging produced |
8.3 Percentage of market share captured from plastic and metal packaging alternatives |
9 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-User Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 Bahrain Paperboard Packaging Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |