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危險品包裝市場預測至2034年-按產品類型、材料類型、分類、最終用戶和地區分類的全球分析

Hazmat Packaging Market Forecasts to 2034 - Global Analysis By Product Type (Drums and Pails, Intermediate Bulk Containers, Cartons, Boxes, Canes, Flexi Tanks, Bottles and Other Product Types), Material Type, Class, End User and by Geography

出版日期: | 出版商: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | 英文 | 商品交期: 2-3個工作天內

價格

根據 Stratistics MRC 的數據,預計到 2026 年,全球危險品包裝市場規模將達到 208.1 億美元,並在預測期內以 13.98% 的複合年成長率成長,到 2034 年將達到 594 億美元。

危險品包裝,也稱為「危險品」包裝,對於確保危險品的安全儲存和運輸至關重要。這些危險物品包括各種可能對環境和公眾健康有害的物質,例如化學物質、生物製劑和易燃液體。

國際航空運輸協會(IATA)表示,對危險貨物進行正確的標籤和文件記錄是確保航空貨物安全運輸的關鍵要素。

人們對永續性發展的興趣日益濃厚

全球對永續性發展的日益關注為危險品包裝產業帶來了機會。對環境友善、低環境影響包裝產品的市場需求正在擴大。此外,製造商可以透過投資研發環保包裝材料、支援回收項目以及在生產和分銷過程中實施環保措施,從這一趨勢中獲益。

包裝規格缺乏標準化

一大挑戰在於缺乏全球統一的危險物品包裝法規。由於各國和各地區的法規各不相同,設計和製造符合所有適用要求的危險品包裝十分困難。此外,這種缺乏統一性迫使製造商針對每個市場調整其包裝方案,從而增加了複雜性和成本。

環保包裝技術的進步

全球對永續性發展的日益重視為危險品包裝產業帶來了巨大的機會。永續包裝創新既能解決環境問題,也能滿足消費者對環保產品和實踐日益成長的需求。此外,製造商還可以投入研發資源,生產不僅符合安全標準,而且有助於建構更永續、更循環經濟的包裝材料。

原料成本上漲

危險品包裝通常包含特殊組件,其成本可能波動。對於包裝製造商而言,原料價格(例如金屬和聚合物)上漲會顯著影響生產成本。此外,原物料價格波動也會擠壓利潤空間,為企業帶來潛在困難,尤其是在競爭激烈、價格敏感度極高的產業。

新冠疫情的感染疾病:

新冠疫情為危險品包裝市場帶來了許多機會與挑戰。全球供應鏈中斷、勞動力短缺以及日益成長的健康和安全擔憂,都為危險品包裝製造商帶來了營運上的挑戰。此外,對安全措施的日益重視,例如對藥品和醫療用品安全合規包裝的要求,也推動了某些市場的需求。然而,由於各行業都在調整生產水準並應對經濟不確定性,整體市場出現了波動。

在預測期內,中型散貨箱(IBC)細分市場預計將成為最大的細分市場。

預計中型散貨箱(IBC)將佔據最大的市場佔有率。 IBC 是一種堅固耐用、用途廣泛的容器,專為儲存和運輸散裝液體和粉末(包括危險物品)而設計。易於操作、嚴格遵守安全法規以及高效利用空間是其廣受歡迎的主要原因。此外,與桶和罐相比,IBC 通常容量更大,使其成為需要散裝運輸危險品的行業的理想選擇。

在預測期內,醫藥產業預計將呈現最高的複合年成長率。

由於監管嚴格,且對危險和敏感材料的安全運輸有著迫切的需求,預計製藥業將在危險品包裝市場中呈現最高的複合年成長率。由於藥品通常被歸類為危險品,因此需要特定的包裝解決方案才能符合安全標準和法規。然而,該行業對研發和生產的持續投入,正在推動對能夠確保藥品在運輸過程中品質的危險品包裝的需求。

市佔率最大的地區:

預計北美將佔據危險品包裝市場最大的佔有率。這一主導地位主要歸功於美國和加拿大對危險品運輸的嚴格法律體制。該地區強大的工業基礎設施以及日益增強的環保和安全意識正在推動對專業危險品包裝解決方案的需求。此外,北美的石油天然氣、化學和製藥業在市場擴張中也扮演著重要角色。

複合年成長率最高的地區:

亞太地區展現出最高的複合年成長率。這一成長主要得益於該地區充滿活力的產業格局、快速的經濟成長以及製造業、化學和製藥業相關危險品運輸量的不斷成長。此外,中國和印度等國家在製造業、基礎設施和物流領域的投資增加,也推動了對危險物品包裝解決方案的需求。

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目錄

第1章:執行摘要

第2章:引言

  • 概括
  • 相關利益者
  • 調查範圍
  • 調查方法
  • 研究材料

第3章 市場趨勢分析

  • 促進因素
  • 抑制因子
  • 機會
  • 威脅
  • 產品分析
  • 最終用戶分析
  • 新興市場
  • 新冠疫情的感染疾病

第4章:波特五力分析

  • 供應商的議價能力
  • 買方的議價能力
  • 替代品的威脅
  • 新進入者的威脅
  • 競爭公司之間的競爭

第5章:全球危險物品包裝市場:依產品類型分類

  • 桶和罐
  • 中型散貨箱(IBC)
  • 瓦楞紙箱
  • 盒子
  • 凱恩
  • 軟性儲罐
  • 瓶子
  • 其他產品類型

第6章:全球危險物品包裝市場:依材料類型分類

  • 塑膠
  • 金屬
  • 纖維
  • 紙板
  • 其他材料類型

第7章 全球危險物品包裝市場:依分類

  • 霹靂
  • 易燃和可燃液體
  • 易燃固體
  • 氧化性物質和有機過氧化物
  • 有毒和傳染性物質
  • 放射性物質
  • 腐蝕性物質
  • 其他危險物質
  • 其他分類

第8章:全球危險物品包裝市場:依最終用戶分類

  • 化工/石油化工
  • 製藥
  • 石油和天然氣
  • 油漆和染料
  • 貨運/物流
  • 潤滑劑
  • 農業和園藝
  • 其他最終用戶

第9章:全球危險物品包裝市場:依地區分類

  • 北美洲
    • 美國
    • 加拿大
    • 墨西哥
  • 歐洲
    • 德國
    • 英國
    • 義大利
    • 法國
    • 西班牙
    • 其他歐洲國家
  • 亞太地區
    • 日本
    • 中國
    • 印度
    • 澳洲
    • 紐西蘭
    • 韓國
    • 其他亞太國家
  • 南美洲
    • 阿根廷
    • 巴西
    • 智利
    • 其他南美國家
  • 中東和非洲
    • 沙烏地阿拉伯
    • UAE
    • 卡達
    • 南非
    • 其他中東和非洲國家

第10章 主要發展

  • 合約、夥伴關係、合作關係、合資企業
  • 收購與併購
  • 新產品發布
  • 業務拓展
  • 其他關鍵策略

第11章:公司簡介

  • Mauser Group BV
  • Great Western Containers Inc
  • Eagle Manufacturing Company
  • Greif, Inc.
  • Fibrestar Drums Limited
  • Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd.
  • Meyer Steel Drum, Inc.
  • Thielmann US LLC
  • Peninsula Drums
  • Clouds Drums Dubai LLC
  • Hoover Ferguson Group Inc.
  • Schtz GmbH & Co. KGaA
  • Myers Container
  • Sicagen India Ltd
  • Milford Barrel Company
Product Code: SMRC25172

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Hazmat Packaging Market is accounted for $20.81 billion in 2026 and is expected to reach $59.40 billion by 2034 growing at a CAGR of 13.98% during the forecast period. Hazardous materials packaging, or "hazmat" packaging, is essential to guaranteeing the secure containment and transportation of hazardous materials. These materials cover a broad spectrum of substances that may be hazardous to the environment and public health, such as chemicals, biological agents, and flammable liquids.

According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), the proper labelling and documentation of hazardous materials are crucial elements in ensuring the safe and secure transportation of goods by air.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Growing attention to sustainability

The growing emphasis on sustainability across the globe presents an opportunity for the hazmat packaging industry. The market for environmentally friendly packaging options with low environmental impact is growing. Additionally, by funding the creation of environmentally friendly packaging materials, supporting recycling programs, and implementing eco-friendly procedures throughout the production and distribution processes, manufacturers can profit from this trend.

Restraint:

Inadequate standardization of packaging specifications

One major limitation is the lack of globally standardized packaging regulations for hazardous materials. Different countries and regions have different regulations, which makes it difficult to design and produce hazmat packaging that complies with all applicable requirements. Furthermore, manufacturers must modify their packaging solutions for various markets due to this lack of harmonization, which raises complexity and costs.

Opportunity:

Developments in eco-friendly packaging

An enormous opportunity exists for the hazmat packaging industry due to the growing emphasis on sustainability on a global scale. Sustainable packaging innovations can both solve environmental issues and meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly products and practices. Moreover, in order to produce packaging materials that not only adheres to safety standards but also support a more sustainable and circular economy, manufacturers can allocate resources to research and development.

Threat:

Increasing raw material costs

Hazmat packing supplies frequently contain specialty parts, the cost of which can fluctuate. For producers of packaging, growing prices for raw materials like metals and polymers can have a big effect on production costs. Additionally, material price fluctuations can put pressure on profit margins and present difficulties for businesses, especially those in highly competitive industries where price sensitivity is paramount.

Covid-19 Impact:

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about a range of opportunities and challenges for the hazmat packaging market. On the one hand, hazmat packaging manufacturers have faced operational challenges due to disruptions in global supply chains, labor shortages, and increased health and safety concerns. Furthermore, demand in particular markets has been driven by an increased focus on safety precautions, including the requirement for safe and legal packaging for pharmaceuticals and medical supplies. Nevertheless, as industries changed their production levels and dealt with economic uncertainty, the market as a whole saw swings.

The Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) are projected to hold the largest share. IBCs are strong, adaptable containers made for bulk liquids and powders, including hazardous materials that need to be stored and transported. Their ease of handling, strict adherence to safety regulations, and effectiveness in maximizing available space are the main reasons for their popularity. Moreover, when compared to drums and pails, IBCs usually have a larger capacity, which makes them ideal for industries that need to transport hazardous materials in bulk.

The Pharmaceuticals segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Due to strict regulations and the urgent need for safe transportation of hazardous and sensitive materials, the pharmaceutical industry is predicted to have the highest CAGR in the hazmat packaging market. Pharmaceutical products require specific packaging solutions in order to comply with safety standards and regulations, as they are frequently classified as hazardous materials. However, due to the industry's ongoing emphasis on R&D and production, there is a growing need for hazmat packaging, which ensures the integrity of medications while in transit.

Region with largest share:

It is anticipated that North America will hold the largest share of the market for hazardous packaging. The strict legal frameworks that control the transportation of hazardous materials, mainly in the US and Canada, are to blame for this dominance. The region's strong industrial infrastructure and growing environmental and safety consciousness fuel the need for specialized hazmat packaging solutions. Furthermore, the North American oil and gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries all play a major role in the market's expansion.

Region with highest CAGR:

The Asia-Pacific region has shown the highest CAGR. The region's dynamic industrial landscape, quick economic growth, and rise in hazardous material transportation related to manufacturing, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals are the main drivers of this growth. Moreover, the demand for hazmat packaging solutions is rising as a result of growing investments in manufacturing, infrastructure, and logistics in nations like China and India.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Hazmat Packaging market include Mauser Group B.V., Great Western Containers Inc, Eagle Manufacturing Company, Greif, Inc., Fibrestar Drums Limited, Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd., Meyer Steel Drum, Inc., Thielmann US LLC, Peninsula Drums, Clouds Drums Dubai LLC, Hoover Ferguson Group Inc., Schtz GmbH & Co. KGaA, Myers Container, Sicagen India Ltd and Milford Barrel Company.

Key Developments:

In December 2023, Eagle Materials Inc. announced that they have entered into exclusive agreements with Terra CO2, a producer of a scalable low-carbon supplementary cementitious material (SCM) for the potential deployment of multiple eco-friendly, low-carbon cementitious commercial-scale plants that would service three different geographic areas, including the Greater Denver market.

In October 2023, Greif, Inc., a global leader in industrial packaging products and services, announced today that it has entered into exclusive negotiations to acquire I PACKCHEM Group SAS, a global leader in premium barrier and non-barrier jerrycans and small plastic containers, from an affiliate of SK Capital Partners, in a cash transaction valued at $538 million.

In April 2023, Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) for utilising storage and warehousing space of CWC for providing cold chain logistics, general warehousing and other ancillary services. This would be valid for a period of ten years from the date of signing MoU.

Product Types Covered:

  • Drums and Pails
  • Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs)
  • Cartons
  • Boxes
  • Canes
  • Flexi Tanks
  • Bottles
  • Other Product Types

Material Types Covered:

  • Plastics
  • Metal
  • Fiber
  • Corrugated Paper
  • Other Material Types

Classes Covered:

  • Explosives
  • Flammable and Combustible Liquids
  • Flammable Solids
  • Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides
  • Toxic Substances and Infectious Substances
  • Radioactive Materials
  • Corrosives
  • Miscellaneous Hazardous Materials
  • Other Classes

End Users Covered:

  • Chemicals and Petrochemicals
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Oil and Gas
  • Paints and Dyes
  • Freight and Logistics
  • Automotive
  • Lubricants
  • Agriculture and Horticulture
  • Other End Users

Regions Covered:

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • Italy
    • France
    • Spain
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Rest of South America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

  • Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
  • Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
  • Covers Market data for the years 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2030, 2032 and 2034
  • Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
  • Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
  • Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
  • Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
  • Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Free Customization Offerings:

All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:

  • Company Profiling
    • Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
    • SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
  • Regional Segmentation
    • Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
  • Competitive Benchmarking
    • Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances

Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

  • 2.1 Abstract
  • 2.2 Stake Holders
  • 2.3 Research Scope
  • 2.4 Research Methodology
    • 2.4.1 Data Mining
    • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
    • 2.4.3 Data Validation
    • 2.4.4 Research Approach
  • 2.5 Research Sources
    • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
    • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
    • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Drivers
  • 3.3 Restraints
  • 3.4 Opportunities
  • 3.5 Threats
  • 3.6 Product Analysis
  • 3.7 End User Analysis
  • 3.8 Emerging Markets
  • 3.9 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

  • 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
  • 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
  • 4.3 Threat of substitutes
  • 4.4 Threat of new entrants
  • 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Hazmat Packaging Market, By Product Type

  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Drums and Pails
  • 5.3 Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs)
  • 5.4 Cartons
  • 5.5 Boxes
  • 5.6 Canes
  • 5.7 Flexi Tanks
  • 5.8 Bottles
  • 5.9 Other Product Types

6 Global Hazmat Packaging Market, By Material Type

  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Plastics
  • 6.3 Metal
  • 6.4 Fiber
  • 6.5 Corrugated Paper
  • 6.6 Other Material Types

7 Global Hazmat Packaging Market, By Class

  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 Explosives
  • 7.3 Flammable and Combustible Liquids
  • 7.4 Flammable Solids
  • 7.5 Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides
  • 7.6 Toxic Substances and Infectious Substances
  • 7.7 Radioactive Materials
  • 7.8 Corrosives
  • 7.9 Miscellaneous Hazardous Materials
  • 7.10 Other Classes

8 Global Hazmat Packaging Market, By End User

  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 Chemicals and Petrochemicals
  • 8.3 Pharmaceuticals
  • 8.4 Oil and Gas
  • 8.5 Paints and Dyes
  • 8.6 Freight and Logistics
  • 8.7 Automotive
  • 8.8 Lubricants
  • 8.9 Agriculture and Horticulture
  • 8.10 Other End Users

9 Global Hazmat Packaging Market, By Geography

  • 9.1 Introduction
  • 9.2 North America
    • 9.2.1 US
    • 9.2.2 Canada
    • 9.2.3 Mexico
  • 9.3 Europe
    • 9.3.1 Germany
    • 9.3.2 UK
    • 9.3.3 Italy
    • 9.3.4 France
    • 9.3.5 Spain
    • 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
  • 9.4 Asia Pacific
    • 9.4.1 Japan
    • 9.4.2 China
    • 9.4.3 India
    • 9.4.4 Australia
    • 9.4.5 New Zealand
    • 9.4.6 South Korea
    • 9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
  • 9.5 South America
    • 9.5.1 Argentina
    • 9.5.2 Brazil
    • 9.5.3 Chile
    • 9.5.4 Rest of South America
  • 9.6 Middle East & Africa
    • 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 9.6.2 UAE
    • 9.6.3 Qatar
    • 9.6.4 South Africa
    • 9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

10 Key Developments

  • 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
  • 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
  • 10.3 New Product Launch
  • 10.4 Expansions
  • 10.5 Other Key Strategies

11 Company Profiling

  • 11.1 Mauser Group B.V.
  • 11.2 Great Western Containers Inc
  • 11.3 Eagle Manufacturing Company
  • 11.4 Greif, Inc.
  • 11.5 Fibrestar Drums Limited
  • 11.6 Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd.
  • 11.7 Meyer Steel Drum, Inc.
  • 11.8 Thielmann US LLC
  • 11.9 Peninsula Drums
  • 11.10 Clouds Drums Dubai LLC
  • 11.11 Hoover Ferguson Group Inc.
  • 11.12 Schtz GmbH & Co. KGaA
  • 11.13 Myers Container
  • 11.14 Sicagen India Ltd
  • 11.15 Milford Barrel Company

List of Tables

  • Table 1 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Region (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 2 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Product Type (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 3 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Drums and Pails (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 4 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 5 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Cartons (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 6 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Boxes (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 7 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Canes (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 8 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Flexi Tanks (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 9 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Bottles (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 10 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Other Product Types (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 11 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Material Type (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 12 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Plastics (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 13 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Metal (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 14 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Fiber (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 15 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Corrugated Paper (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 16 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Other Material Types (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 17 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Class (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 18 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Explosives (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 19 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Flammable and Combustible Liquids (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 20 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Flammable Solids (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 21 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Oxidizing Substances and Organic Peroxides (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 22 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Toxic Substances and Infectious Substances (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 23 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Radioactive Materials (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 24 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Corrosives (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 25 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Miscellaneous Hazardous Materials (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 26 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Other Classes (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 27 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By End User (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 28 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Chemicals and Petrochemicals (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 29 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 30 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Oil and Gas (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 31 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Paints and Dyes (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 32 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Freight and Logistics (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 33 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Automotive (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 34 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Lubricants (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 35 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Agriculture and Horticulture (2023-2034) ($MN)
  • Table 36 Global Hazmat Packaging Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2023-2034) ($MN)

Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.