Folding Cartons Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Structure Type (Full Seal End, Reverse Tuck End, Straight Tuck End, Tuck Top Auto-Bottom, Double Glued Sidewall, Others), By Wall Construction (Single-Wall Corrugated Sheet, Double-Wall Corrugated Packaging, Triple-Wall Corrugated Packaging), By End-User (Hardware and Electrical, Food and Beverage, Personal Care, Healthcare, Household, Others), By Material Type (Solid Unbleached Board, Whitelined Chip Board, Folding Box Board, Solid Bleached Board), By Order Type (Standard, Customized), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2025 To 2030
- Published : Jun 2025
- Report Code : KSI061614669
- Pages : 151
Folding Cartons Market Size:
The Folding Cartons Market is expected to grow from US$125.168 billion in 2025 to US$156.108 billion in 2030, at a CAGR of 4.52%.
Folding cartons are versatile in terms of production sizes and have a lesser environmental impact than other bulkier packaging alternatives; folding carton packaging is one of the most popular eco-friendly packaging solutions. The continuous demand for dry goods, cigarettes, and frozen/chilled meals, particularly in emerging nations, is a major factor in the expansion of the folding carton packaging business. Throughout the projected period, there will be a consistent demand for folding carton market packaging from developed economies.
According to Invest India, National Investment Promotion & Facilitation Agency, in 2022, Paper, paperboard, and newsprint exports totaled $3179.24 million in 2021–2022 compared to $ 1940.94 million the year before. This contributed about $ 1238.30 million (or a 63% rise in percentage terms) to the country's growth.
Folding Cartons Market Growth Drivers:
- Growing use in the food and beverage industry
Folding carton packaging is the product of choice in the packaged food industry. It is utilized in various dry goods, including pasta, rice, dried fruits and vegetables, nuts, dried beans and peas, powdered milk, potatoes in a box, and dried beans and peas. The industry is expanding because of shifting eating behaviors and the impact of Western culture on consumer dietary patterns. These factors make it easier to consume easily available food that doesn't require further preparation, further driving the folding cartons market growth.
Folding Cartons Market Geographical Outlook:
- The United States is the dominant market in the North American region.
Firstly, the thriving e-commerce industry necessitates efficient and sturdy packaging solutions like folding cartons to ensure safe transportation and attractive presentation of products during shipping. Major online retail platforms and well-established brick-and-mortar brands have a strong hold on sales, with Amazon capturing the largest share of the U.S. e-commerce market at 38.1% in 2022, followed by Walmart at 5.3% and eBay at 4.7%. These dominant players in the market continue to shape the landscape of online retailing.
Secondly, folding cartons offer protective features and can be customized to meet specific product requirements, ensuring the safety and integrity of the packaged goods while maintaining high-quality standards.
Furthermore, technological advancements enable enhanced printing capabilities, creative designs, and efficient production processes, allowing folding carton manufacturers to deliver visually appealing and innovative packaging solutions.
Market Segmentation:
- By Structure Type
- Full Seal End
- Reverse tuck end
- Straight tuck end
- Tuck Top Auto-Bottom
- Double Glued Sidewall
- Others
- By Wall Construction
- Single-Wall Corrugated Sheet
- Double-Wall Corrugated Packaging
- Triple-Wall Corrugated Packaging
- By End-User
- Hardware and Electrical
- Food and Beverage
- Personal Care
- Healthcare
- Household
- Others
- By Material Type
- Solid Unbleached Board
- Whitelined Chip Board
- Folding Box Board
- Solid Bleached Board
- By Order Type
- Standard
- Customized
- By Geography
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Others
- Europe
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- France
- Spain
- Others
- Middle East and Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Israel
- Others
- Asia Pacific
- Japan
- China
- India
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Thailand
- Others
- North America
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Folding Cartons Market is valued at US$125.168 billion in 2025.
The folding cartons market is expected to reach a total market size of US$156.108 billion by 2030.
The folding cartons market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.52% during the forecast period.
The continuous demand for dry goods, cigarettes, and frozen/chilled meals, particularly in emerging nations, is a major factor in the expansion of the folding cartons market.
North America is expected to hold a significant share of the folding cartons market.
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Market Overview
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Scope of the Study
1.4. Market Segmentation
1.5. Currency
1.6. Assumptions
1.7. Base, and Forecast Years Timeline
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1. Research Data
2.2. Sources
2.3. Research Design
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
3.1. Research Highlights
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1. Market Drivers
4.2. Market Restraints
4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.3.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry
4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis
5. FOLDING CARTONS MARKET BY STRUCTURE TYPE
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Full Seal End
5.3. Reverse tuck end
5.4. Straight tuck end
5.5. Tuck Top Auto-Bottom
5.6. Double Glued Sidewall
5.7. Others
6. FOLDING CARTONS MARKET BY WALL CONSTRUCTION
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Single-Wall Corrugated Sheet
6.3. Double-Wall Corrugated Packaging
6.4. Triple-Wall Corrugated Packaging
7. FOLDING CARTONS MARKET BY END-USER
7.1. Introduction
7.2. Hardware and Electrical
7.3. Food and Beverage
7.4. Personal Care
7.5. Healthcare
7.6. Household
7.7. Others
8. FOLDING CARTONS MARKET BY MATERIAL TYPE
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Solid Unbleached Board
8.3. Whitelined Chip Board
8.4. Folding Box Board
8.5. Solid Bleached Board
9. FOLDING CARTONS MARKET BY ORDER TYPE
9.1. Introduction
9.2. Standard
9.3. Customized
10. FOLDING CARTONS MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY
10.1. Introduction
10.2. North America
10.2.1. By Structure Type
10.2.2. By Wall Construction
10.2.3. By End-User
10.2.4. By Material-Type
10.2.5. By Order Type
10.2.6. By Country
10.2.6.1. USA
10.2.6.2. Canada
10.2.6.3. Mexico
10.3. South America
10.3.1. By Structure Type
10.3.2. By Wall Construction
10.3.3. By End-User
10.3.4. By Material-Type
10.3.5. By Order Type
10.3.6. By Country
10.3.6.1. Brazil
10.3.6.2. Argentina
10.3.6.3. Others
10.4. Europe
10.4.1. By Structure Type
10.4.2. By Wall Construction
10.4.3. By End-User
10.4.4. By Material-Type
10.4.5. By Order Type
10.4.6. By Country
10.4.6.1. Germany
10.4.6.2. Spain
10.4.6.3. United Kingdom
10.4.6.4. France
10.4.6.5. Others
10.5. Middle East and Africa
10.5.1. By Structure Type
10.5.2. By Wall Construction
10.5.3. By End-User
10.5.4. By Material-Type
10.5.5. By Order Type
10.5.6. By Country
10.5.6.1. Saudi Arabia
10.5.6.2. UAE
10.5.6.3. Israel
10.5.6.4. Others
10.6. Asia Pacific
10.6.1. By Structure Type
10.6.2. By Wall Construction
10.6.3. By End-User
10.6.4. By Material-Type
10.6.5. By Order Type
10.6.6. By Country
10.6.6.1. China
10.6.6.2. Japan
10.6.6.3. India
10.6.6.4. South Korea
10.6.6.5. Thailand
10.6.6.6. Indonesia
10.6.6.7. Others
11. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS
11.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis
11.2. Emerging Players and Market Lucrativeness
11.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations
11.4. Market Share Analysis
12. COMPANY PROFILES
12.1. AR Packaging Group AB
12.2. Great Little Box Company Ltd.
12.3. DS Smith
12.4. Amcor plc
12.5. WestRock Company.
12.6. Rengo Co., Ltd.
12.7. Mayr-Melnhof Karton AG
12.8. Great Little Box Company Ltd.
12.9. Stora Enso
AR Packaging Group AB
Great Little Box Company Ltd.
DS Smith
Amcor plc
WestRock Company.
Mayr-Melnhof Karton AG
Great Little Box Company Ltd.
Stora Enso
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