| Product Code: ETC4482936 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
The Australian market for packaging additives, functional additives, and barrier coatings is growing as the packaging industry seeks improved product shelf life, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. With increasing consumer demand for eco-friendly and food-safe packaging, companies are investing in high-performance barrier coatings that extend freshness while reducing plastic waste. Advancements in biodegradable additives and oxygen/moisture barriers are shaping market trends, particularly in food and pharmaceutical packaging.
The packaging additives market in Australia is driven by increasing demand for high-performance packaging solutions in food, beverage, and consumer goods industries. Rising adoption of functional additives and barrier coatings for improving product shelf life, strength, and environmental resistance is fueling market growth. Enhanced focus on developing recyclable and sustainable packaging materials is supporting market expansion.
The packaging additives and barrier coatings market in Australia faces challenges from increasing demand for sustainable and recyclable packaging materials. The development of eco-friendly and biodegradable additives raises production costs and requires significant R&D investment. Regulatory pressure on plastic packaging waste and recycling further complicates market dynamics.
The Australia Packaging Additives Market presents growth opportunities due to increasing demand for lightweight and high-performance packaging materials. Investment opportunities include developing anti-microbial and anti-fog additives, improving barrier properties, and expanding into food and beverage packaging.
Packaging additives, functional additives, and barrier coatings are regulated under the Australian Packaging Covenant and the AICIS. The government encourages the use of sustainable and recyclable materials in packaging under the National Waste Policy Action Plan. Certain hazardous additives are restricted under the HSIS. Packaging manufacturers must comply with labeling and safety requirements under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL).
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 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions |
4.2.2 Growth in the food and beverage industry in Australia |
4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to innovative packaging solutions |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations related to packaging materials and additives |
4.3.2 Fluctuating raw material prices affecting production costs |
5 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Trends |
6 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Antioxidants, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By UV stabilizers, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Anti-block, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Clarifying agents, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Anti-static, 2021-2031F |
6.1.8 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Anti-fog, 2021-2031F |
6.1.9 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Metalized coating, 2021-2031F |
6.1.10 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Metalized coating, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Beverages, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical & Healthcare, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetic & Personal Care, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of eco-friendly packaging additives |
8.2 Number of new product launches incorporating barrier coatings |
8.3 Research and development investment in functional additives for packaging |
9 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Packaging Additives (Functional Additives , Barrier Coatings) Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |