World Pouches

Global demand for pouches will rise 6.2 percent annually to $37.3 billion in 2018. Stand-up pouches will grow the fastest, while flat pouches remain dominant. The adoption of pouches with higher value features in developed markets will support value gains, while faster volume growth is expected in China and other developing nations.This study analyzes the $27.6 billion world pouches industry. It presents historical demand data (2003, 2008, 2013) and forecasts (2018, 2023) by pouch type (pillow/back seal, four-side-seal, three-side-seal, stand-up), market (e.g., food, beverages, medical and pharmaceuticals, consumer products, industrial products), world region, and for 16 countries.The study also considers market environment factors, details industry structure, evaluates company market share and profiles 32 industry players, including Bemis, Amcor and Sealed Air.