The North America blister packaging market is projected to reach USD 13.26 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1% from 2024 to 2030, as per a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. This growth is primarily driven by the significant increase in the production and sales of pharmaceuticals across North American countries. The healthcare and pharmaceutical industries in the region are subject to stringent regulations, and blister packaging plays a crucial role in helping companies comply with these standards, particularly those set by regulatory bodies like the FDA and Health Canada. These regulations require packaging to be child-resistant, tamper-evident, and serialized, which has greatly boosted the demand for blister packaging solutions in the region.

The Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970, designed to protect children from accidental ingestion of harmful substances in products such as food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, has had a major influence on the blister packaging market. Pharmaceutical packaging companies must ensure that their products adhere to regulations for child-resistant packaging. As a result, single-dose blister packaging, such as peel-push blisters, has become a common solution for meeting these safety requirements. The continued enforcement of this regulation is expected to further drive demand for blister packaging and, in turn, accelerate market growth.

In recent years, there has been an increasing emphasis on sustainability within the healthcare industry, driving the demand for blister packaging made from recyclable materials. For instance, in December 2021, Jones Healthcare Group introduced new sustainable medication packaging products, including FlexRx, FlexRx One, and Qube Pro Reseal blister packs. These packs are produced using Bio-PET, a bioplastic that is medically approved and produced by Good Natured Products, Inc.. These sustainable packaging solutions are designed to help pharmacies reduce their environmental footprint and adopt more eco-friendly practices.

Additionally, e-commerce growth is contributing to the rising demand for blister packaging. According to Statistics Canada, e-commerce retail trade in Canada amounted to approximately USD 2.34 billion in March 2022 and is expected to reach USD 40.3 billion by 2025. This growth in online retail is likely to create demand for reliable, tamper-evident packaging solutions, further boosting the blister packaging market.

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North America Blister Packaging Market Report Highlights

• Material Segment: Aluminum dominated the material segment, holding a 48.7% market share in 2023. This is largely due to aluminum’s excellent barrier properties, which protect packaged products from moisture, gases, and light, ensuring product integrity.

• Plastic Films Material Segment: The plastic films material segment is expected to grow at the fastest rate over the forecast period. This is driven by the exceptional benefits of plastic films, including cost-effectiveness, transparency, ease of formability, and the ability to provide clear product visibility.

• Thermoforming Technology Segment: The thermoforming technology segment accounted for the largest share of the market, with 83.9% in 2023. This segment is expected to experience the fastest growth during the forecast period due to its versatility and cost advantages.

• Carded Blister Type Segment: The carded blister type segment held the largest market share of 56.9% in 2023. It is expected to continue growing at the fastest rate in the coming years, driven by its widespread use in healthcare and other applications requiring secure and organized packaging.

• Healthcare Application Segment: The healthcare application segment was the largest, capturing 64.9% of the market share in 2023. This segment is anticipated to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period, largely driven by increasing demand for pharmaceutical packaging solutions.

• Market Growth Drivers: The North America blister packaging market benefits from a large consumer base, strict regulatory requirements, and a strong emphasis on product safety and convenience. These factors contribute to the ongoing growth of the market in the region.

• U.S. Market Dominance: The U.S. holds the largest share of the North America market due to the continuous expansion of industries such as healthcare, electronics, consumer goods, and industrial products. This expansion has further driven demand for blister packaging solutions.

• Recent Developments: In February 2024, ViiV Healthcare launched a new Dovato blister pack in the U.S. This new blister pack features a discreet, perforated design, which enhances both privacy and convenience. It contains a 30-count monthly box with five sheets of tablets, and the design was based on insights gathered from the HIV community, highlighting a growing focus on patient-centered packaging solutions.

North America Blister Packaging Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the North America blister packaging market based on material, technology, type, application, and country:

North America Blister Packaging Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; Volume, Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)

• Plastic Films

o Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

o Polyethylene (PE)

o Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

o Others

• Paper & Paperboard

o Solid Bleached Sulfate (SBS)

o White-lined chipboard

o Others

• Aluminum

North America Blister Packaging Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; Volume, Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)

• Thermoforming

• Cold Forming

North America Blister Packaging Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; Volume, Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)

• Carded

• Clamshell

North America Blister Packaging Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; Volume, Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)

• Retail Blister Packs

• Healthcare

• Consumer Goods

• Industrial Goods

• Electronics

North America Blister Packaging Country Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; Volume, Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)

• U.S.

• Canada

• Mexico

List of Key Players in the North America Blister Packaging Market

• Amcor plc

• Constantia Flexibles

• UFlex Limited

• CCL Healthcare

• Sonoco Products Company

• WINPAK LTD.

• WestRock Company

• SteriPackGroup

• Honeywell International Inc.

• Klöckner Pentaplast

• Südpack

• TekniPlex

• Blisterpak, Inc.

• Nelipak

• ACG

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