How big is the Cardboard Packaging Market | Industry Size & Forecast 2025

Q: How big is the Cardboard Packaging market?

The Cardboard Packaging Market was estimated at USD 274.8 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 385.9 billion by 2031.

Q: What is driving the growth of this market?

E-commerce expansion, sustainability goals, and growing retail and food packaging needs are major drivers.

Q: What are the key trends in the Cardboard Packaging industry?

Eco-friendly solutions, digital printing, smart packaging, and automation in production are major trends.

Q: Who are the leading players in the cardboard packaging market?

Leading players include International Paper, Smurfit Kappa, Mondi, DS Smith, and WestRock.

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Publication Date: Jul 2025

What is the size of the Cardboard Packaging Market?

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Global Cardboard Packagings Market was valued at USD 285 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 390 Billion by 2031, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 3.90% during the forecast period (2025-2031).

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Due to increasing demand for sustainable packaging, rapid growth of e-commerce, and expanding retail and FMCG sectors, the market is anticipated to rise in the coming years.

Key Growth Drivers of the Cardboard Packaging Market

Rising environmental awareness driving shift to recyclable and biodegradable materials
Surge in online shopping boosting demand for corrugated and folding cartons
Expansion of food & beverage and consumer goods industries requiring durable packaging
Cost-effective, lightweight, and customizable nature of cardboard packaging
Government regulations promoting sustainable packaging practices

Cardboard Packaging Market Trends

The cardboard packaging material market is expanding its landscape with strong trends such a rise in demand for eco-friendly and recyclable cardboard solutions. With the time, brands are adopting minimalist and customized printed packaging to improve customer experience. Further, the automation and smart packaging technologies are being integrated into production lines for efficiency and traceability.

Emerging Developments in the Cardboard Packaging Market

Cardboard packaging market is seeing new developments with innovation in water-resistant and reusable cardboard packaging is gaining traction. Growth of market in digital printing technology is enabling high-quality personalization. With the time, the startups are introducing collapsible and multi-use designs. In terms of region, Asia-Pacific remains the fastest-growing region due to booming e-commerce and urbanization.