Market Forecast by Countries (United States (US), Canada, Rest of North America), By Product Types (Sacks, Drums, FIBC, Other), By Applications (Pharmaceutical Factory, Laboratory, Chemical Plant, Others) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC13196178 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Jul 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 150 | No. of Figures: 55 | No. of Tables: 32 | |
According to 6wresearch internal database and industry insights, the North America chemical packaging market is driven by industrial expansion, regulatory compliance, and increasing demand for safe and sustainable packaging solutions. North America Chemical Packaging Market is projected to grow from USD 30.9 billion in 2024 to USD 46.7 billion by 2031, reflecting a CAGR of around 5.1%.
Report Name | North America Chemical Packaging Market |
Forecast Period | 2025 - 2031 |
CAGR | 5.1% |
Market Size | USD 46.7 billion by 2031 |
Growing Sector | Manufacturing |
The North America Chemical Packaging Market report thoroughly covers the market by Product Type, Application and Countries. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
The North America chemical packaging market is witnessing steady progress, led by strict safety regulations, increasing emphasis on sustainability, and growing chemical production. Major sectors include flexible packaging, industrial containers, and related services like logistics and labeling. Further, North America Chemical Packaging Market growth in several chemical industries is supported by technological innovation and demand for eco-friendly, secure packaging.
North America Chemical Packaging Market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period 2025-2031. The North America chemical packaging market is led by growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, rising industrial output, and stringent safety and environmental guidelines. Furthermore, growth is fueled by complex supply chain demands, growing needs across end-use industries, and innovations in smart packaging. Innovation and customization in materials and design also play crucial roles in meeting varied chemical handling requirements.
The North America chemical packaging market encounters challenges such as high costs of sustainable materials, environmental issues over plastic waste, and strict regulatory compliance. Instability raw material costs, handling requirements for hazardous chemicals, and supply chain disturbances causes difficulties. Additionally, balancing innovation with cost-effectiveness while guaranteeing durability and safety remains a major obstacle for market players.
The North America chemical packaging market is developing with trends toward recyclable, sustainable materials and smart packaging technologies like IoT and RFID for improved traceability and safety. Rising demand for flexible, customized packaging formats is propelled by agrochemicals and specialty chemicals. In addition, trade-related transitions and material cost pressures are prompting substitutes to traditional metal-based packaging solutions.
Investment prospects in the North America chemical packaging industry exist in smart packaging technologies, contract packaging services, and sustainable materials. Demand for traceable, eco-friendly, and compliant solutions is growing, prompting advancements and M&A activity. Companies emphasized that RFID-enabled systems, biodegradable packaging, and scalable logistics solutions are particularly attractive, backed by growing exports, restraining rules, and the push for circular economy practices.
Prominent market leaders include WestRock Company, Amcor plc, Mauser Packaging Solutions, Greif Inc., Berry Global Inc., and Mondi Group, providing rigid, flexible, and barrier packaging solutions customized for chemicals. Some other leading companies include Bulk Pack, Crown Holdings, Champion Plastics, and ProAmpac, all innovating in sustainable, customizable chemical packaging.
In North America, chemical packaging is strictly controlled to guarantee safety and environmental protection. U.S. laws like the Poison Prevention Act and Hazardous Materials Act require safe, child-resistant, and clearly labeled packaging. Canada follows similar rules under WHMIS and CEPA. Both countries are also imposing controls on harmful substances like PFAS and prompting the use of cleaner, reusable packaging materials.
The North America chemical packaging market is positioned for constant steady growth, driven by rising specialty‐chemical volumes and sustainability mandates. Expect expanding use of recyclable, biodegradable materials alongside smart-packaging innovations. AI-driven automation and export growth will be further helpful in optimizing logistics. The major drivers for growth remain safety compliance in hazardous materials and agriculture-specific formats.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
The manufacturing sector (chemicals & petrochemicals) is the largest end user of chemical packaging. This is due to its extensive use of bulk packaging—such as drums, IBCs, and flexitanks—for transporting industrial and commodity chemicals.
According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, the United States is the largest consumer of chemical packaging, driven by its robust chemical-manufacturing base and demand from end-use industries such as pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and industrial manufacturing.
The market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
North America Chemical Packaging Market |
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 North America Chemical Packaging Market Overview |
3.1 North America Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 North America Chemical Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 North America Chemical Packaging Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 North America Chemical Packaging Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 North America Chemical Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 North America Chemical Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 North America Chemical Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 North America Chemical Packaging Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 North America Chemical Packaging Market Trends |
6 North America Chemical Packaging Market, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Types, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.1.2 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Sacks, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.3 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Drums, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.4 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By FIBC, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.5 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.2.2 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical Factory , 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.3 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Laboratory, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.4 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Plant , 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.5 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031 |
7 North America Chemical Packaging Market, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
7.1 Overview & Analysis |
7.2 North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Types, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.1 United States (US) Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Types, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.2 Canada Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Types, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.3 Rest of North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Types, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3 North America Chemical Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
7.3.1 United States (US) Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.2 Canada Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3.3 Rest of North America Chemical Packaging Market, Revenues & Volume, By Applications, 2021 - 2031 |
8 North America Chemical Packaging Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 North America Chemical Packaging Market - Export/Import By Countries Assessment |
10 North America Chemical Packaging Market - Opportunity Assessment |
10.1 North America Chemical Packaging Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
10.2 North America Chemical Packaging Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Types, 2021 & 2031F |
10.3 North America Chemical Packaging Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
11 North America Chemical Packaging Market - Competitive Landscape |
11.1 North America Chemical Packaging Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
11.2 North America Chemical Packaging Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
12 Top 10 Company Profiles |
13 Recommendations |
14 Disclaimer |