According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Food Packaging Inks market size was valued at US$ 4756 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 6442 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 4.5% during review period.
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Food packaging inks are specialized inks used in the printing processes of packaging materials intended for food products. These inks must meet stringent safety and regulatory standards to ensure they do not migrate into the food and contaminate it. Food packaging inks can be water-based, solvent-based, or energy-curable, each with distinct properties suitable for different types of packaging materials, such as plastics, paper, and glass. These inks are formulated to provide vibrant colors, excellent adhesion, and durability while being safe for direct or indirect contact with food. They play a crucial role in branding, providing information, and enhancing the visual appeal of food packaging, all while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
The major global manufacturers of food packaging inks include DIC, Flint Group, Siegwerk, Sakata INX, T&K TOKA, Dupont, Bauhinia Variegata Ink, Toyo Ink (Arience), Hubergroup, Altana, KAO, LETONG, Colorcon, Guangdong SKY DRAGON Printing Ink, NEW EAST, HANGZHOU TOKA INK, Wikoff Color, Zeller+Gmelin, Follmann, Shenzhen BIC, Resino Inks, etc.
In recent years, with the promulgation of relevant laws in various countries and the market's growing demand for sustainable and safe packaging solutions, the market size of food packaging inks will continue to increase. Future market innovations may focus on environmentally friendly inks, such as water-based and bio-based formulations, to address environmental issues and regulatory pressures. Technological advances will improve ink performance and provide better safety, durability and functionality. As global regulations become more coordinated and consumer preferences shift toward transparency and sustainability, the market will continue to evolve to meet these needs and promote safer and more innovative packaging solutions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Food Packaging Inks 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 Food Packaging Inks market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Food Packaging Inks market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Food Packaging Inks market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Food Packaging Inks market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2020-2025
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 Food Packaging Inks
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 Food Packaging Inks 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 DIC, Flint Group, Siegwerk, Sakata INX, T&K TOKA, Dupont, Bauhinia Variegata Ink, Toyo Ink (Arience ), Hubergroup, Altana, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Food Packaging Inks market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, 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
Water-based Ink
Solvent-based Ink
Energy Curing Ink
Others
Market segment by Application
Food & Beverage
Pharmaceuticals
Others
Major players covered
DIC
Flint Group
Siegwerk
Sakata INX
T&K TOKA
Dupont
Bauhinia Variegata Ink
Toyo Ink (Arience )
Hubergroup
Altana
KAO
LETONG
Colorcon
Guangdong SKY DRAGON Printing Ink
NEW EAST
HANGZHOU TOKA INK
Wikoff Color
Zeller+Gmelin
Follmann
Shenzhen BIC
Resino Inks
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 Food Packaging Inks product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Food Packaging Inks, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Food Packaging Inks from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Food Packaging Inks competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Food Packaging Inks breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
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 2020 to 2031.
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 2020 to 2025.and Food Packaging Inks market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
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 Food Packaging Inks.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Food Packaging Inks sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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