Air Bubble Film Market Report – Research, Industry Analysis Reports and Market Demands

Global Air Bubble Film Market 2026 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2032

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Table of Content

1 Market Overview

1.1 Product Overview and Scope
1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
1.3 Market Analysis by Type
- 1.3.1 Overview: Global Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Type: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.3.2 Standard Type
- 1.3.3 Antistatic Type
- 1.3.4 Flame Retardant Type
- 1.3.5 Metallized ESD Shielding Type
- 1.3.6 Other Specialty Type
1.4 Market Analysis by Delivery Form
- 1.4.1 Overview: Global Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Delivery Form: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.4.2 Rolls and Sheets
- 1.4.3 Bags and Mailers
- 1.4.4 On Demand Inflatable Film
- 1.4.5 Laminated Cushion Film
1.5 Market Analysis by Air Cell Structure
- 1.5.1 Overview: Global Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Air Cell Structure: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.5.2 Small Bubble
- 1.5.3 Large Bubble
- 1.5.4 Air Pillow
- 1.5.5 Air Column
1.6 Market Analysis by Application
- 1.6.1 Overview: Global Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Application: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
- 1.6.2 E Commerce Fulfillment
- 1.6.3 Parcel and Express Logistics
- 1.6.4 Industrial Components
- 1.6.5 Electronics
- 1.6.6 Home Appliances
- 1.6.7 Medical Devices
- 1.6.8 Furniture and Home Goods
- 1.6.9 Automotive Aftermarket
1.7 Global Air Bubble Film Market Size & Forecast
- 1.7.1 Global Air Bubble Film Consumption Value (2021 & 2025 & 2032)
- 1.7.2 Global Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity (2021-2032)
- 1.7.3 Global Air Bubble Film Average Price (2021-2032)

2 Manufacturers Profiles

3 Competitive Environment: Air Bubble Film by Manufacturer

3.1 Global Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
3.2 Global Air Bubble Film Revenue by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
3.3 Global Air Bubble Film Average Price by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
3.4 Market Share Analysis (2025)
- 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Air Bubble Film by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2025
- 3.4.2 Top 3 Air Bubble Film Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
- 3.4.3 Top 6 Air Bubble Film Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
3.5 Air Bubble Film Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
- 3.5.1 Air Bubble Film Market: Region Footprint
- 3.5.2 Air Bubble Film Market: Company Product Type Footprint
- 3.5.3 Air Bubble Film Market: Company Product Application Footprint
3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Consumption Analysis by Region

4.1 Global Air Bubble Film Market Size by Region
- 4.1.1 Global Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
- 4.1.2 Global Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
- 4.1.3 Global Air Bubble Film Average Price by Region (2021-2032)
4.2 North America Air Bubble Film Consumption Value (2021-2032)
4.3 Europe Air Bubble Film Consumption Value (2021-2032)
4.4 Asia-Pacific Air Bubble Film Consumption Value (2021-2032)
4.5 South America Air Bubble Film Consumption Value (2021-2032)
4.6 Middle East & Africa Air Bubble Film Consumption Value (2021-2032)

5 Market Segment by Type

5.1 Global Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
5.2 Global Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
5.3 Global Air Bubble Film Average Price by Type (2021-2032)

6 Market Segment by Application

6.1 Global Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
6.2 Global Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Application (2021-2032)
6.3 Global Air Bubble Film Average Price by Application (2021-2032)

7 North America

7.1 North America Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
7.2 North America Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
7.3 North America Air Bubble Film Market Size by Country
- 7.3.1 North America Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 7.3.2 North America Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

8 Europe

8.1 Europe Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
8.2 Europe Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
8.3 Europe Air Bubble Film Market Size by Country
- 8.3.1 Europe Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 8.3.2 Europe Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

9 Asia-Pacific

9.1 Asia-Pacific Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
9.2 Asia-Pacific Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
9.3 Asia-Pacific Air Bubble Film Market Size by Region
- 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
- 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
- 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

10 South America

10.1 South America Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
10.2 South America Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
10.3 South America Air Bubble Film Market Size by Country
- 10.3.1 South America Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 10.3.2 South America Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

11 Middle East & Africa

11.1 Middle East & Africa Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
11.2 Middle East & Africa Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
11.3 Middle East & Africa Air Bubble Film Market Size by Country
- 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Air Bubble Film Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
- 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Air Bubble Film Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
- 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
- 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

12 Market Dynamics

12.1 Air Bubble Film Market Drivers
12.2 Air Bubble Film Market Restraints
12.3 Air Bubble Film Trends Analysis
12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
- 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
- 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

13 Raw Material and Industry Chain

13.1 Raw Material of Air Bubble Film and Key Manufacturers
13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Air Bubble Film
13.3 Air Bubble Film Production Process
13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis

14 Shipments by Distribution Channel

14.1 Sales Channel
- 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
- 14.1.2 Distributors
14.2 Air Bubble Film Typical Distributors
14.3 Air Bubble Film Typical Customers

15 Research Findings and Conclusion

16 Appendix

16.1 Methodology
16.2 Research Process and Data Source

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Air Bubble Film market size was valued at US$ 2887 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 3632 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 3.2% during review period.
Air Bubble Film is a flexible plastic cushioning material that protects goods from shock, vibration, and abrasion during storage and shipment by trapping air in sealed cells. It is important because it provides high protection-to-weight efficiency, reduces in-transit damage, and supports high-throughput packing operations.
Upstream supply is dominated by commodity and recycled polyethylene resins and specialty additives (e.g., antistatic agents, slip, antiblock, and compatibilizers for recycled-content blends), plus extrusion and lamination equipment used to create multi-layer films and consistent air-cell geometry. Downstream demand is led by e-commerce fulfillment and parcel logistics, followed by industrial shipments where part protection, surface protection, and void-fill are required. Typical procurement is either (1) high-frequency replenishment under annual or multi-year supply agreements for standardized rolls, bags, and inflatable films, or (2) distributor-supported programs where film is bundled with on-demand inflation systems, service, and spare parts while the film itself is priced and evaluated on an EXW-equivalent basis.
In the current market, global production is around 1.22 million metric tons, with an average selling price of about 2,300 USD per metric ton on an EXW basis. Market economics are driven by resin-cost pass-through, conversion yield, freight sensitivity (low density favors local/regional supply), and the value of damage prevention and packing-line productivity. A typical industry gross margin is estimated at 22%, supported by barriers such as process know-how for stable multi-layer extrusion, consistent bubble formation at scale, quality assurance for puncture resistance and seal integrity, and the installed-base advantage in on-demand inflatable systems where film qualification and machine compatibility create switching friction. Supplier structure is moderately concentrated at the very top because a small number of global brands anchor multinational programs, but production is also highly regional; Top 5 suppliers control approximately 45% of global revenue (CR5) when measured on an EXW film basis, reflecting both global leaders in protective packaging and a long tail of regional extrusion converters.
Demand gravity is strongest in China, North America, and Europe due to high parcel volumes, dense fulfillment networks, and broad manufacturing bases, while Central and Eastern Europe remains active with multiple local producers serving regional distribution and industrial shipping. From 2026 to 2032, the main trends are (1) downgauging and multi-layer structures to reduce plastic per protected shipment while maintaining performance, (2) higher recycled-content grades and improved recycled-feedstock compatibility, (3) compostable or alternative-material offerings for niche applications where regulation or customer mandates require it, and (4) broader adoption of on-demand inflatable solutions to cut warehouse space and labor. Compliance and carbon constraints increasingly shape product specifications (recycled content claims, traceability, and packaging waste rules), while AI-enabled packing optimization is emerging as a lever to reduce overpacking and material use by improving cartonization and right-sizing decisions. Key bottlenecks include recycled resin quality variability, film-to-machine compatibility qualification cycles, and the practical limits of downgauging before damage rates rise or packing speed drops.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Air Bubble Film market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Air Bubble Film market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Air Bubble Film market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Air Bubble Film market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Air Bubble Film market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2021-2026
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Air Bubble Film
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Air Bubble Film market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Sealed Air, Pregis, Intertape Polymer Group, Storopack, AirWave Packaging, Abriso Jiffy, TART, K-SYSTEM, Air Light, Reményi Csomagolástechnika, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Air Bubble Film market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Standard Type
Antistatic Type
Flame Retardant Type
Metallized ESD Shielding Type
Other Specialty Type
Market segment by Delivery Form
Rolls and Sheets
Bags and Mailers
On Demand Inflatable Film
Laminated Cushion Film
Market segment by Air Cell Structure
Small Bubble
Large Bubble
Air Pillow
Air Column
Market segment by Application
E Commerce Fulfillment
Parcel and Express Logistics
Industrial Components
Electronics
Home Appliances
Medical Devices
Furniture and Home Goods
Automotive Aftermarket
Major players covered
Sealed Air
Pregis
Intertape Polymer Group
Storopack
AirWave Packaging
Abriso Jiffy
TART
K-SYSTEM
Air Light
Reményi Csomagolástechnika
Mac-Graf
Joongpol
Goldfoam
Airpak
Czechobal
GLOBALFOL
Slovakor Industry
Lauris
Kunshan Kaiwei Paper Packaging
Chengtaichang Packaging Products (Shenzhen)
Biyafu Technology (Shenzhen)
Hangzhou Bingjia Packaging Materials
Jiangxi Qinchen Packaging Materials
Qingdao Hongqing Plastic Products
Hefei Zhongli Packaging Materials
Changshu Fangyuan Foam Packaging Materials
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Air Bubble Film product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Air Bubble Film, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Air Bubble Film from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Air Bubble Film competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Air Bubble Film breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Air Bubble Film market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Air Bubble Film.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Air Bubble Film sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

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