United Kingdom Blister Packaging Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Material (Paper & Paperboard, Aluminium, and Plastic), By Process (Cold Forming and Thermoforming), By End-User (Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Goods, Industrial, and Others) and UK Blister Packaging Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Blister Packaging Market Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Blister Packaging Market Size Was Estimated at USD 1,247.8 Million in 2024
• The UK Blister Packaging Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 7.26% from 2025 to 2035
• The UK Blister Packaging Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 2,697.9 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the UK Blister Packaging Market is anticipated to reach USD 2,697.9 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 7.26% from 2025 to 2035. The growing demand for products in the healthcare sector, stricter regulations for pharmaceutical packaging, improvements in packaging technology, the notable expansion of the e-commerce sector, rising per capita income, improved product visibility, and increased competition among retailers.

Market Overview

The United Kingdom blister packaging market is a vibrant and developed area, largely influenced by the markets of pharmaceutical, healthcare and consumer goods market. It emphasizes the creation of protective and visually attractive packaging using materials like plastic and aluminium. The medical and pharmaceutical industries. By protecting drugs from moisture, contamination, and tampering, blisters maintain their integrity throughout time. Pharmaceutical businesses employ blister packaging to adhere to stringent drug safety laws, as well as product labelling and traceability standards. Environmental trends are also shifting as a result of manufacturers' demands for sustainable materials such recyclable plastics and biodegradable films. The growing need from many end-use sectors for a cost-effective, safe, and effective packaging method is driving the growth of blister packaging. Blister packaging preserves product integrity for a longer period of time during the shelf life because moisture and light are environmentally harmful exposure factors. Another reason is the industrial expansion of the food and beverage sector, which provides better visibility and part control, as well as tampering-proofness, makes them perfect for consumable materials such as snacks that are meant for a single consumer use. Another important element that promotes growth is sustainability. It places an emphasis on environmental friendliness by using recyclable plastics to install biodegradable alternatives in compliance with consumer requests and legislative requirements. The demand for aesthetically pleasing, personalised, and lightweight packaging is driving markets in a number of industries.

A significant trend in the industry is the increasing demand for sustainable packaging, spurred by environmental concerns and stricter regulations. Technological progress in areas such as automation and product customization is also driving market transformation. Leading companies are investing in innovative technologies and environmentally friendly materials to align with shifting consumer demands and regulatory standards, helping them maintain competitiveness and foster industry growth in a dynamic environment.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the UK blister packaging market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the UK blister packaging market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the UK blister packaging market.

Driving Factors

UK blister packaging market is experiencing significant growth, mainly inspired by increasing product demand in the healthcare sector. Pharmaceuticals represent approximately 42.7% of the blister packaging market in the United Kingdom by application. These packaging are used highly in consumer goods, industrial goods and food industries. In addition, blister packaging requires less resources for packaging, occupies the minimum retail shelf location, and provides an excellent hang-hook display. Therefore, the cost of blister pack is lower than other packaging formats, such as hard bottles, make them cost -effective. Advancements in packaging technology have also played a major role, with innovations such as lightweight, durable materials, child-resistant designs, and integration of smart features like QR codes and NFC tags. These developments enhance efficiency, consumer interaction, and brand differentiation. The growing popularity of e-commerce and online retailing is also driving the need for advanced packaging solutions that improve product visibility and ensure safety during shipping.

Restraining Factors

In blister packaging, heavy products should not be packed as their weight puts excessive stress on the paperboard backing or plastic film, which often breaks the packaging during handling, storage or transport. This increases the cost and product shortage. Additionally, blister packaging is also not advised for pricey or breakable items since it can harm the item and cause to lose money. Other challenges include environmental concerns, high manufacturing expenses, strict rules, limited availability of raw materials, competition from other packaging methods and consumer demand for low packaging

Market Segmentation

The UK blister packaging market share is classified by material, process, and end user.

• The plastic segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The UK blister packaging market is segmented by material into paper & paperboard, aluminium, and plastic. Among these, the plastic segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Many features, such as excellent visibility, which is moulded in various shapes, sizes and suitable for various types of products. Additionally, safety of products, safety and attractive packaging will drive growth in the forecast period

• The thermoforming segment held the highest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The UK blister packaging market is segmented by process into cold forming and thermoforming. Among these, the thermoforming segment held the highest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Increasing demand for cost-effective and versatile packaging solutions. Due to its efficiency in producing large amounts of packaging, thermoforming is favored by the ability to make light and durable products. This is especially attractive due to its flexibility in the design that allows the manufacture of essential custom shapes and sizes in areas such as food, pharmaceuticals and consumer goods. Thermoforming technology has become more accurate and intensified over time that increases its efficiency and popularity in the packaging industry.

• The pharmaceuticals segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The UK blister packaging market is segmented by end user into pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, industrial, and others. Among these, the pharmaceuticals segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. It is powered by security, regulatory compliance and patient compliance. Blister packaging is increasingly in demand due to its secure, tamper-evident design that protects medications from contamination and supports patient safety. It offers dosage accuracy, aids in medication adherence, and meets regulatory and anti-counterfeiting requirements. This makes it ideal for personalized medicine, OTC drugs, and clinical trials.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the UK blister packaging market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market

List of Key Companies

• Amcor PLC
• Westrock Company
• Constantia Flexibles GmbH
• Sonoco Products Company
• Klockner Pentaplast Group
• E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company
• Honeywell International Inc.
• The Dow Chemical Company
• Tekni-Plex In
• Others 

Recent Developments:

• In October 2024, Mondi, a prominent FTSE 100 packaging company, finalized the €634 million purchase of Schumacher Packaging’s western European operations. As part of the acquisition, Mondi gained control of a packaging facility located near Birmingham, strengthening its position in the UK market. This strategic move is intended to support Mondi’s expansion in Eastern Europe and broaden its reach in the e-commerce and consumer goods packaging sectors.

Key Target Audience

• Investors
• Market players
• End-users
• Government Authorities
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the UK blister packaging market based on the below-mentioned segments:

UK Blister Packaging Market, By Material

• Paper & Paperboard
• Aluminium
• Plastic

UK Blister Packaging Market, By Process

• Cold Forming
• Thermoforming

UK Blister Packaging Market, By End User

• Pharmaceuticals
• Consumer Goods
• Industrial
• Others