Archive · 9 Dec 2025
India's Packaging Market Grows Rapidly
India is becoming the fastest growing packaging market in the world.
This is because more people are buying things online and in stores, and companies are using more paper instead of plastic.
The country is also focusing on being more environmentally friendly.
Experts say that India's use of packaging is still low compared to the rest of the world, but it is growing quickly.
They expect the market to reach $17 billion by 2028.
Companies are also recycling a lot of materials and using sustainable practices.
India is the fastest growing packaging market globally, driven by e-commerce, FMCG, and quick commerce.
Virgin and duplex grades and the board segment are growing at 7-8%, far ahead of the global rate of 2-3%.
India's per capita packaging consumption is expected to rise above current global averages.
Innovations like 100% plastic-free aqueous barrier coated solutions are reducing plastic dependency.
The paper and packaging industry in India recycles nearly 68% of all materials and is investing in sustainable forestry and carbon-neutral processes.
- Who
- India's packaging market, driven by e-commerce, FMCG, and quick commerce
- What
- India is the fastest growing packaging market globally
- When
- Event held on December 9, 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- Increased demand for high-quality packaging and a shift towards sustainability
- Growth Rate
- 7-8% for virgin and duplex grades, 2-3% globally
- Per Capita Consumption
- 15 kg in India vs. 57 kg globally
- Market Projection
- $17 billion by 2028
- Recycling Rate
- 68% of all materials
- Event
- 17th edition of Paperex 2025