Archive · 6 Nov 2025
India Aims for 100% Packaging Recyclability by 2030, Focus on Minimizing Empty Space
Imagine all the boxes and wrappers we use.
An important person from India's trade department said that by the year 2030, all of these packaging materials should be able to be recycled completely.
This means they can be made into new things instead of becoming trash.
He also said that we should try to fill up boxes better so there isn't too much empty air inside them.
Companies should also make it clear on the packaging what it's made of.
This is important for making Indian businesses do better in the world.
The packaging business is already very big and is expected to get even bigger.
To help with this, people who make packaging should come up with new and smart ideas.
India aims to achieve 100% recyclability of packaging materials by 2030.
Emphasis placed on minimizing empty space within shipping containers.
Clear labeling of material composition on packaging is a key requirement.
The global packaging market is valued at $1.2 trillion and projected to reach $1.5 trillion.
India's packaging market, currently $100 billion, is expected to grow to $150 billion.
- Who
- Akshay S C, Joint Director General of Foreign Trade, Vagish Dixit (Past Chairman, CII Telangana & MD, Alpla India), and R Sivaprasad Reddy (Chairman, CII Telangana & MD, Rachamallu Forgings)
- What
- Discussed the goal of achieving 100% recyclability of packaging materials by 2030, minimizing empty space in containers, and ensuring clear labeling of material composition. Also highlighted the growth of the global and Indian packaging markets.
- When
- Thursday, November 6, 2025
- Where
- Implied to be in India, at the 5th edition of CII TG-PackCON 2025
- Why
- To encourage Indian exporters, foster true innovation in the packaging sector, and address global trends in packaging policies and sustainability.
- Event
- CII TG-PackCON 2025
- Date
- November 6, 2025
- Key Goal
- 100% recyclability of packaging materials by 2030
- Additional Focus
- Minimizing empty space in containers and clear material composition on labels
- Global Packaging Market Value
- $1.2 trillion
- Projected Global Market Growth
- to $1.5 trillion in 5-7 years
- India Packaging Market Value
- $100 billion
- Projected India Market Growth
- to $150 billion