Stretch and Shrink Films Market

Stretch and Shrink Films Market Sizes by Resin (LLDPE, LDPE, PVC, And Other Resins), By Application (Food & Beverage, Industrial Packaging, Consumer Goods, and Pharmaceutical), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2024 to 2033

Base Year: 2023 Historical Data: 2020-22
  • Report ID: TBI-14285
  • Published Date: Apr, 2024
  • Pages: 237
  • Category: Chemicals & Materials
  • Format: PDF
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The global stretch and shrink films market was valued at USD 17.06 Billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2024 to 2033. Stretch wrap is a pliable, thin layer of plastic film (typically made from polyethylene) that tightly secures goods on pallets. Shrink wrap can be loosely draped over products and then heated to seal them securely in place. This market growth is fueled by expanding retail and hypermarket industries and the rapidly growing e-commerce sector, which demands efficient packaging solutions emphasizing safety. These films offer many benefits, such as prolonged shelf life for food items, reduced risk of leakage when packing sharp or hard-edged products, high impact resistance against damage and puncture-proof quality. Additionally, they promote visual appeal while maintaining product strength even under deep freezing conditions, contributing significantly towards market expansion trends.

Market Introduction:

Pallet wrapping applications frequently use stretch films that encase palletized goods to establish a uniform, dependable load. Through elongation of the film up to multiple times its initial length during stretching, it can be fitted closely around both products and pallet shapes, creating an unshakeable seal against tampering or transit harm. Stretch films are available in various thicknesses and compositions, providing differing degrees of power and elastic qualities while adhering tightly to diverse packaging requirements.

On the contrary, shrink films serve as a means to bundle products or secure individual items/packages with a tamper-evident seal. These versatile materials can remember their original size and easily conform to enclosed product contours through heat exposure, producing an immaculate appearance that enhances shelf appeal and visibility. Depending on production scale and customer preference, these films can be applied using tunnels, heat guns, or automated machines for optimal efficiency. Stretch and shrink films provide numerous benefits regarding cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and product safeguarding. A significant advantage is their capacity to minimize packaging materials while providing maximum load security and protection. These films securely unitize or bundle products together, reducing the chance of damage from environmental factors such as moisture, dust, and shifting, among others. They also ensure the integrity and retention of goods.

Stretch and Shrink Films Market Size

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Recent Development
  • In September 2021: During Pack EXPO Las Vegas, Clysar debuted Clysar EVO-C confidential shrink film. This recyclable shrink film has previously been pre-approved by the How2Recycle program for use as a shop drop-off label. Clysar EVO-C film is a specialist opaque security and shipping material that provides UV protection and can drastically reduce the weight and space needs of packing.

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

Increasing Adoption of Automation and Efficiency-driven Packaging Solutions – The demand for stretch and shrink films is driven by the rising adoption of automation and efficient packaging solutions in manufacturing and logistics operations. Automated machinery like stretch-wrapping machines and shrink-wrapping systems enable quicker, more uniform, cost-effective packaging processes that propel these types of films in industrial settings. Moreover, they offer versatility to meet growing production requirements as they are compatible with various packing equipment while delivering scalability for changing needs over time. This is the primary factor for the market growth and development.

Restraints:

Volatility of Raw Material Prices: The unstable raw materials prices significantly challenge the global stretch and shrink film market ls. This ongoing predicament results from a heavy dependence on petroleum-based feedstocks like polyethylene resins, which are highly vulnerable to shifts in crude oil pricing and demand fluctuations. Any major spikes or dips in these expenses may negatively impact film production costs, affecting the manufacturer's profit margins and overall pricing strategies. Furthermore, geopolitical conflicts, trade disagreements, and natural calamities also disrupt supply chains, leading to shortages of essential resources, thereby causing price surges and manufacturing delays for industry players. This factor is restraining the market growth and development.   

Opportunities:

Growth of Retail Sector - The expanding e-commerce sector is a key factor driving the growth of the worldwide stretch and shrink films market. As online shopping platforms continue to multiply, along with an uptick in demand for home delivery services, there has been a boosted need for efficient packaging solutions to ensure safe transit. Protecting against damage, tampering, and environmental hazards during shipping processes is crucial - one satisfied by stretch and shrink film technology. This results in significantly aiding this industry's growth. Moreover, the emergence of contemporary retail structures such as supermarkets, hypermarkets and convenience stores has amplified the necessity for stretch and shrink films. These outlets necessitate packaging substances that guarantee product authenticity and enhance shelf presentation and attraction. Stretch films are generally utilized for pallet wrapping while unitizing commodities. In contrast, shrink film is employed when bundling or presenting goods on retail shelves, resulting in widespread uptake throughout this sector.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Asia Pacific region emerged as the most prominent global stretch and shrink films market, with a 40.0% market revenue share in 2023. Stretch and shrink films are integral to the Asia Pacific manufacturing industry for safeguarding goods like consumer electronics, automotive components, and food and beverage items. The increasing need for industrialization, along with advanced automation tools, has led to a surge in demand for dependable stretch and shrink films that offer impeccable performance at an affordable price. This trend prompts businesses across various regional sectors to invest significantly in advanced production technologies while exploring research-based development projects catering to different industries' changing requirements. The booming e-commerce industry across the Asia Pacific region stimulates the demand for stretch and shrink films in packaging and shipping. The proliferation of smartphones, digital payment systems, and internet connectivity has fostered a shift towards online shopping amongst consumers in the region who seek convenience and accessibility while retailing. Stretch/shrink film is an indispensable packaging technology that facilitates secure delivery of products ordered via this channel by shielding them against damages, thefts or any environmental hazards during transportation. The regional market players also engage in various market strategies such as product innovation, product differentiation, mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic alliances to maintain their competitive edge.

Asia Pacific Region Stretch and Shrink Films Market Share in 2023 - 40.0%

 

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  • In March 2022: Amcor, a global leader in the development and production of responsible packaging solutions, has announced an additional strategic investment of up to USD 45 million in ePac Flexible Packaging ("ePac"), a pioneer in high-quality, short-run digitally based flexible packaging. As a result of the investment, Amcor will hold a larger minority stake in ePac Holdings LLC.
Resin Segment Analysis

The resin segment includes LLDPE, LDPE, PVC, And other resins. The LDPE segment dominated, with a market share of around 35% in 2023. The stretch and shrink films market is heavily influenced by LDPE (Low-Density Polyethylene) resin, which possesses a significant share. This type of film suits applications emphasizing flexibility, impact resistance, and ease of processing. Packaging products with irregular shapes or delicate textures can be done effectively using LDPE due to its exceptional conformability and seal-ability properties. Furthermore, it exhibits superior chemical protection skills and protects against moisture during transportation/storage procedures, ensuring the quality of product intactness. LDPE's versatility has brought various industries like food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, and electronics/consumer goods requiring primary/secondary packaging solutions.

Application Segment Analysis

The application segment includes food & beverage, industrial packaging, consumer goods, and pharmaceutical. The food & beverage segment dominated, with a market share of around 45% in 2023. Essential to packaging and preserving perishable and non-perishable food items, stretch and shrink films serve a crucial role in maintaining fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, snacks, beverages, and processed foods. By helping extend the shelf life of these goods whilst keeping them fresh with minimal contamination risks yet enhancing safety during their storage or transportation even while displaying for purchase, the significance of these films cannot be overstated. Furthering convenience when it comes to wrapping styles, inclusive pouches, sleeves & trays catering to diverse needs across manufacturers, processors, retailers, and consumers alike- there exists increasing demand attributed specifically towards ready-to-eat meals on-the-go snacks alongside other easy options from this sector, thus driving further progress within global markets offering suppliers/manufacturers lucrative prospects henceforth.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • Allied Propack Pvt. Ltd.
  • American Eagle Packaging
  • Inteplast Group
  • Baoding Enshi Packaging Co. Ltd.
  • Anchor Packaging LLC
  • Berry Global Group Inc.
  • C.I. TAKIRON Corp.
  • The Dow Chemical Co.
  • Eurofilms Extrusion Ltd.
  • Exxon Mobil Corp.
  • Fuji Seal International Inc.
  • Groupe Barbier
  • HIPAC SpA
  • Intertape Polymer Group Inc.
  • IPS Packaging and Automation
  • ISOFlex Packaging Corp.
  • Paragon Films Inc.
  • Rollsion Product Inc.
  • SmartShield Packaging
  • Bollore SE
  • Coveris Management GmbH

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Billion)
Market size value in 2023 USD 17.06 Billion
Market size value in 2033 USD 29.42 Billion
CAGR (2024 to 2033) 5.6%
Historical data 2020-2022
Base Year 2023
Forecast 2024-2033
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East & Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Application, Resin

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the global stretch and shrink films market was valued at USD 17.06 billion in 2023 to USD 29.42 billion by 2033.

The global stretch and shrink films market is growing at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period 2024-2033.

Asia Pacific region became the largest market for stretch and shrink films.

The increasing adoption of stretch and shrink films across end-user industries is driving the market's growth.

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This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global Stretch and Shrink Films market based on below-mentioned segments:

Global Stretch and Shrink Films Market by Resin:

  • LLDPE
  • LDPE
  • PVC
  • Others

Global Stretch and Shrink Films Market by Application:

  • Food & Beverage
  • Industrial Packaging
  • Consumer Goods
  • Pharmaceutical

Global Stretch and Shrink Films Market by Region:

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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