Tobacco Packaging Market to Expand at a CAGR of 2.6% Through 2030: Grand View Research Inc.

 Tobacco Packaging Market Growth & Trends 

The global tobacco packaging market size is estimated to reach USD 24.63 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 2.6% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing consumption of tobacco and cigarettes among the young consumers is one of the major factors for the growth of the market. Another factor driving the market is increasing number of female smokers. Increase in stress and workload is also one of the factors boosting the market growth.

Increase in penetration of the tobacco products in China is expected to provide growth opportunities for the global market over the forecat period. Introduction of tobacco that are smokeless for chewing and increasing penetration of low cost tobacco products and e-cigarettes in the country are the key drivers. Moreover, increasing popularity of flavored tobacco products among the millennial population is fueling the growth of the market worldwide.

Secondary packaging held the largest market share in 2024. Increasing penetration of e-cigarettes and cigar in the social gatherings has driven the segment. Moreover, growing popularity of premium tobacco proudest among the young consumers is expected to have a positive influence on the market growth over the forecast period. Increasing number of cigar lounges in developed countries is fueling the demand for premium cigar proucts. This, in turn, is expected to increase the segment demand over the forecast period.

Paper boxes are increasingly used in tobacco packaging owing to rising penetration of enivornmental friendly packaging in the industry. It is a cost-effective alternative to plastic, and hence is gaining popularity in many areas. Lightweight and easy to carry factors are also boosting the segment growth.

Manufacturers are focusing on eco-friendly packaging. For instance, one of the prominent vendors, Amcor has increased its spending on developing bioderagable packaging and is expected to launch them by the end of 2025. Manufacturers are focusing on strategies such as mergers and acquisitions to increase their products offerings. In September 2017,  Japan Tobacco Group acquiried Mighty Corporation to expand its product portfolio and geographic reach.

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Tobacco Packaging Market Report Highlights

• By packaging type, the secondary segment accounted for the largest market revenue share in 2024. Secondary packaging provides an extra layer of branding and distinction.
• By material, the paper & paperboard segment dominated the market and accounted for a share of 83.2% in 2024. Paper boxes are widely used in the tobacco packaging industry. It is cost-effective and environmental friendly, hence increasing popularity in many areas.
• By product, the boxes segment accounted for the largest market revenue share in 2024 and is anticipated to record the fastest CAGR from 2025 to 2030.
• Asia Pacific dominated the tobacco packaging market in 2024. China, India, and Japan are the leading countries for tobacco product manufacturing. China held a considerable share due to the increasing consumption of cigarettes and chewing tobacco.

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Tobacco Packaging Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global tobacco packaging market based on material, packaging type, product, and region:

Tobacco Packaging Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• Paper & Paperboard
• Plastic
• Other

Tobacco Packaging Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• Primary
• Secondary

Tobacco Packaging Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

• Boxes
• Folding Cartons
• Bags & Pouches
• Others

Tobacco Packaging Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2018 - 2030)

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

List of Key Players in the Tobacco Packaging Market

• WestRock Company.
• Amcor plc
• International Paper.
• Sonoco Products Company
• Siegwerk Druckfarben AG & Co. KGaA
• Stora Enso

About Grand View Research

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