Bag-In-Box Container Market Size - By Capacity, By Tap, By Component, By Application, Analysis - Global Forecast, 2025 - 2034

 Bag-In-Box Container Market Size

The global bag-in-box container market size was valued at USD 4.7 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at 6.7% CAGR from 2025 to 2034. The demand for market is growing significantly owing to growing FMCG sector and e-commerce market.
 

One of the major factors propelling the bag-in-the-box container market is the rising need for economical and eco-friendly packaging in the fast-paced FMCG industry. As FMCG companies grow their portfolios in the beverage, liquid food, and home product markets, there is a growing need for screw tops packaging that is lightweight and has an extended shelf life. In India, the FMCG industry reached USD 167 billion in 2023 as a result of heightened demand and consumption as reported by IBEF. This growth will then facilitate the transition towards bag-in-box packaging, especially for bulk and foodservice where cost and sustainability are key considerations.
 

Increased internet access is supporting the expansion of e-commerce sector across the globe which is responsible to increase the demand for reliable, leak-free, and cost-effective packaging solutions. Also, increasing consumer preference for online food purchase is increasing the adoption of bag-in-box packaging as they are ideal shipping box for liquids and are cost-effective & eco-friendly, thus positively impacting the market growth.
 

Manufacturers can focus on development of advanced packaging solution that is lightweight, leak-proof, and eco-friendly as this will help them attract new customers. Also, they can establish strategic partnerships with product manufacturers which will help them strengthen their market position.
 

 Bag-In-Box Container Market Trends

• Recent trend observed in the market is shift towards adoption of recyclable mono-material packaging solutions to enhance circularity while reducing environmental waste. Companies are spending significantly on developing materials that are easier to recycle and reprocess due to regulatory and consumer inclination towards sustainability.
   
• Another trend observed in the market is elimination of aluminum foil in flexible packaging to improve recyclability without compromising product protection. Brands are innovating high-barrier aluminum-free laminates with the better oxygen and moisture resistance, while not restricting recycling streams collateral. This is brought about as a response to more stringent regulations regarding multi-material packaging and the high need for effortless material recovery.
   

 Bag-In-Box Container Market Analysis

Based on capacity, the market is divided into less than 5 liters, 5 to 10 liters, 10 to 20 liters, and above 20 liters.
 

• The less than 5 liters market is anticipated to reach USD 2.8 billion by 2034. The rise in consumption of single-serve and on-the-go drink solutions has resulted in an increased demand for less than 5 liters bag-in-box packaging. Brands are adopting various formats that are compound, light weight, and recyclable to meet the needs of consumers who prioritize convenience, while lowering their plastic footprint and maximizing storage space.
   
• The 5 to 10 liters market is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 6.5% by 2034. The growth of 5 to 10 liters bag-in-box packaging is being driven by the foodservice and hospitality industries, as these sectors seek economical methods for the bulk storage of liquids which are spill-free and have a long shelf life. Advances in sustainable and refillable packaging are gaining popularity to satisfy sustainability objectives set by corporations.
   

On the basis of component, the bag-in-box container market is divided into bags, boxes, and fitments.
 

• The bags market accounted for a market share of 41.8% in 2024. The market is shifting to the use of high-barrier, light and recyclable bag materials. Flexible films and mono-material laminates are being developed at higher rates due to innovation as they reduce environmental impact while increasing product protection for food and drinks and industrial liquids.
   
• Fitments market is expected to reach USD 2.7 billion by 2034. Advanced fitments such as aseptic valves, anti-glug features, and easy-pour spouts are increasing in popularity. These changes are increasing usability, minimizing product waste, and improving the refillable circular packaging system components.
   

On the basis of tap, the bag-in-box container market is divided with tap and without tap.
 

• The tap dominated the global market accounting for 65.4% market share in 2024. There is increasing adoption of convenient dispensing systems such as tap based bag-in-box containers for packaging of beverages and liquid foods. The use of tamper-evident taps and controlled-flow taps is becoming common to increase ease of use, cut down wastage, and improve sanitation for households and foodservice applications.
   
• The without tap market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% by 2034. Bag-in-box products without taps are becoming more common in industrial and institutional settings where accuracy in dispensing is not necessary. This type of packaging, which is inexpensive and fully recyclable, is especially attractive in the non-dairy and dairy liquid food products market.  
   

On the basis of application, the bag-in-box container market is segmented into beverages, food, chemicals & lubricants, household products and others.
 

• The food market expected to reach USD 1.7 billion by 2034. The food industry's increasing use of BPA-free materials, coupled with advances in aseptic filling technology are improving the integrity of the product while decreasing the carbon footprint. Bag-in-box sauce, dairy, and liquid egg packaging is gaining traction due to the cleanliness of dispensing along with elongating shelf life.
   
• The beverage industry accounted for a market share of 63.6% in 2024. Beverage brands are now using bag-in-box solutions for juice, wine, and dairy. As brands offer lighter, recyclable materials that are more cost-effective to ship, consumers are expecting improvements towards sustainable packaging for these products.
   

North America held a market share of 25.7% in 2024. Increased demand for sustainable packaging is driving bag-in-box formats in North America. Businesses and consumers are embracing lighter and greener packaging as a method of sustainably preserving products. This is particularly noted in the beverage market as companies are employing sustainable packaging like bag-in-box to increase the lifespan of products on shelves as well as achieve sustainability thresholds.
 

• The U.S. bag-in-box container market reached USD 1.1 billion in 2024. Consumption of premium alcoholic beverages is on the rise, thereby growing the use of bag-in-box packaging in the USA market. Statista quoted that sales of alcohol had grown to USD 259.8 billion in 2022, and companies are looking for innovative oxygen-barrier films combined with new and modern designs to appeal to environmentally aware, cost and convenience-driven consumers. 
   
• Canada bag-in-box container market is expected to reach a CAGR of 3.8% by 2034. The Canadian beverage industry is witnessing heightened demand for ready-to-drink (RTD) alcoholic beverages which in turn is elevating the use of bag-in-box packaging. There is an increase in consumer receptiveness towards a resealable, lightweight format which is motivating manufacturers to come up with robust, tamper-proof designs. Such changes are most notable in food service and retail, where there is a strong focus on efficient and eco-friendly bulk beverage packaging.
   

Europe held a significant market share of 22.2% in 2024. The drive in Europe to reduce the carbon footprint by eliminating the use of plastic is fast tracking the growth of bag-in-box packaging for beverages. More stringent regulations in EU member states are pushing brands to come up with fiber outer packaging that can be recycled.
 

• Germany bag-in-box container market is expected to reach a CAGR of 7.4% by 2034. Germany’s goals toward reducing the consumption of plastic are accelerating the development of biodegradable and fiber-based box bagging. While the consumers want more sustainable beverage products, manufacturers have started swapping plastic liners with compostable ones. This shift goes hand in hand with government regulations on eco-friendly materials which also ensures sturdiness and longer shelf life for wine and juice beverages.    
   
• The UK bag-in-box container market is expected to reach a CAGR of 7% by 2034. The use of bag-in-box in the UK’s spill proof, durable alcohol e-commerce market accentuates the need for faster direct to consumer shipping. With more tamper-proof and light weight boxes designed for shipping, brands are making significant increases in direct to consumer sales. These design innovations protect the product during shipping while minimizing wasted packaging. Such designs have made bag-in-box a choice of e commerce retailers of wine and spirits.
   
• France bag-in-box container market is expected reach a CAGR of 6.3% by 2034. France, the rapid rise in sales of wine through supermarkets is increasing the popularity of bag-in-box. Particularly wineries are taking advantage of this format to sell affordable quality wines with a longer shelf life. Or, as consumers continue to seek greener traditional alternatives to glass bottles, bag-in-box packaging is becoming the go to solution for many wineries trying to save the environment as well as cost.
   
• Italy bag-in-box container market accounted for 14.5% of the share in 2024. The adoption of bag-in-box packaging for organic and biodynamic wine from Italy is on the rise. With a focus on sustainability, wineries are adopting flexible and recyclable packaging that preserves the product’s quality. Eco-friendly consumers are encouraging producers to shift to high-quality, lightweight packaging for ease of use while reducing carbon emissions at the same time.
   
• Spain bag-in-box container market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% by 2034. In Spain, the popularity of sangria and other fruit-flavored beverages support the growing usage of bag-in-box formats for packaging. Consumers favor large and resealable packaging for social events. The bag-in-box packaging offers lightweight, cost-effective, and eco-friendly solutions which makes them a favorable option for bulk purchasing in the beverage industry.
   

Asia Pacific is projected to reach a CAGR of 7.9% by 2034. The Asia Pacific's market is rapidly expanding, leading to a greater need for efficient packaging solutions. Bulk packaging for dairy products, juices, and alcohols are rapidly being adopted by consumers, so brands are responding in kind with regulations supporting eco-friendly materials.
 

• China bag-in-box container market accounted for 39.4% of the market share in 2024. Bag-in-box packaging is growing in popularity alongside China’s new wine culture and adopted preference for imported brands. Consumers are looking for packaging formats that are easy to use and maintain, as well as ensure the preservation of flavor and quality. Beverage brands are switching towards the use of lightweight and high barrier materials as a response to the demand for Flexible Bolstering Solutions which makes storage easier and reduces expenditures on logistics. 
   
• The bag-in-box container market in India is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 9.5% by 2034. To meet the needs of India’s growing population in the urban areas, vendors are introducing affordable, high-volume packaging focused on the beverage sector. Bag-in-box packaging is quickly becoming popular amongst retailers and food vendors selling dairy products and juices. Increased awareness around sustainability supports the push towards modern, inexpensive, and eco-friendly alternatives to plastic bottle systems, driving growth in the industry.  
   
• Japan bag-in-box container market held a share of 13.9% in 2024. The increase in Japan’s compact and minimalistic packaging needs is driving the growth of bag-in-box. Consumers also place a premium on sustainable initiatives, giving preference to space-saving and resealable formats. The rise of urban lifestyles has also increased the need for ultra-lightweight beverage BiB packaging that simultaneously caters to the eco-friendly ethos and meets the freshness and low waste demands. 
   

Latin America held a share of 5.1% in the market in 2024. There is increasing demand in regions like Latin America for bag-in-box packaging in order to fill the budget-friendly alcohol market gap. Pourable, high-volume beverages are becoming increasingly popular, giving manufacturers the incentive to capitalize on inexpensive bag-inbox formats for packaging of quality wines and spirits.     
 

Middle East & Africa is projected to grow at a strong pace with a CAGR of 4.5% by 2034. In the Middle Eastern and African region, the demand shift towards non-alcoholic functional beverages is increasing use of bag-in-box products. An increase in the demand for fruit juices and plant-based drinks is causing companies to invest heavily in aseptic packaging technologies to counter refrigeration for an extended period. The negative consequences big-in-box design have on food services and retail is reduced while simultaneously minimizing wastage of packaging and lowering logistical expenses.
 

 Bag-In-Box Container Market Share

The bag-in-box container industry is highly competitive. The top 5 players in the market are Amcor, Smurfit Kappa, DS Smith, Mondi, and Sealed Air accounting for a significant share of over 13% in the market.
 

The bag-in-box industry is evolving with businesses beginning to compete on the basis of innovation, product differentiation, and sustainability. To enhance market share, companies are targeting new advanced materials like biodegradable and recyclable films in anticipation of future regulations as well as consumer interest in environmentally friendly packaging. Companies are diversifying by adding foods, beverages, and industrial products to their portfolio.
 

Strategic collaborations and partnerships represent the key approaches companies are employing to improve technology and expand their distribution networks. This is mainly for purposes of having better focus in new regions that are not well developed. Digitalization and smart packaging innovations such as QR codes and interactive labelling continues to grow in popularity as companies look to engage consumers more effectively and improve product traceability.
 

In order to improve productivity, businesses are using automation and other production processes. Optimised lightweight and low-cost transportation and logistics designs are being created to meet lower carbon emissions targets. Moreover, companies are venturing in the rapidly growing e-commerce market by designing strong, anti-tamper containers that can be shipped directly to consumers.
 

 Bag-In-Box Container Market Companies

Some of the prominent market participants operating in the industry include:

• Amcor
• Smurfit Kappa
• DS Smith
• Mondi
• Sealed Air
• Westrock
• Aran
   

Amcor incorporates sustainability by creating new lightweight and recyclable materials for the bag-in-box packaging. The company also invests a lot on new barrier innovations to improve the freshness of the product and reduce the environmental impact. Amcor increases its presence in selected regions and industries through strategic acquisitions and partnerships.
 

Smurfit Kappa focuses on the use of renewably sourced and recyclable materials for bag-in-box eco-friendly packaging solutions. The company also dedicates resources into R&D for enhancing the durability and efficiency of packaging while improving the logistics. Moreover, Smurfit Kappa works with several beverage and food brands in providing more customized solutions that offer better shelf life while improving the convenience for the consumers.
 

Bag-In-Box Container Industry News

• In November 2024, Smurfit Westrock introduced EasySplit Bag-in-Box an innovative design that is meant to help clients meet the requirements of the new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR). This regulation aims to make at least 80% of packaging materials fully recyclable, making it easier for sustainable practices to be implemented in the industry.
   
• In August 2023 Quiquiriqui made headlines when they launched the first bag-in-box mezcal, which is a huge step forward in eco-friendly packaging industry. This new format now holds Quiquiriqui’s flagship Espadin Mezcal in five-liter pouches, which is equivalent to seven 700 ml glass bottles.         
   

The bag-in-box container market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates and forecast in terms of revenue (USD Billion) and volume (Kilo Tons) from 2021 to 2034, for the following segments:

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Market, By Capacity

• Less than 5 liters
• 5 to 10 liters
• 10 to 20 liters
• Above 20 liters

Market, By Tap

• With tap
• Without tap

Market, By Component

• Bags
• Box
• Fitments

Market, By Application

• Beverages    
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Non-alcoholic beverages
• Food  
  • Milk and dairy products
  • Edible oils
  • Baby & toddler food
  • Others
• Chemicals & lubricants       
• Household products 
  • Cleaners
  • Liquid detergents
  • Liquid soaps & hand wash
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America 
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe 
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Netherlands 
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea 
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina 
• Middle East and Africa 
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • UAE