Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Material (Plastics & Polymers, Paper & Paperboard, Glass, Aluminium Foil, and Others), By Product (Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary), By End-use (Pharma Manufacturing, Contract Packaging, Retail Pharmacy, and Institutional Pharmacy), and Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2033

Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The Germany Lubricants Market Size was valued at USD 6.5 Billion in 2023.
• The Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Size is Growing at a CAGR of 1.58% from 2023 to 2033
• The Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Size is Expected to reach USD 7.6 Billion by 2033

The Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market Size is anticipated to Exceed USD 7.6 Billion by 2033, Growing at a CAGR of 1.58% from 2023 to 2033. The expanding pharmaceutical industry, significant advancement in drug delivery systems, stringent regulations, and innovative & sustainable packaging solutions are driving the pharmaceutical packaging market in the Germany.     

Market Overview

Pharmaceutical packaging market is the industry encompassing packages and packing procedures for pharmaceutical preparations, involving every stage of the process, from drug production to the final consumer. The market is comprised of products such as bottles, vials and ampoules, syringes, caps and closures, labels, and others. Pharmaceutical packaging is the science, art, and technology of enclosing or protecting pharmaceutical products for distribution, storage, sale, and use, ensuring their safety, integrity, and efficacy throughout their life cycle. There is a growing need for packaging in pharmaceuticals to ensure product integrity and minimize contamination risks. Further, the increasing need for drug delivery devices and the significant role of blister packaging are promoting the market for pharmaceutical packaging. The upsurging need for primary packaging is offering growth opportunities for market players, thereby escalating the lucrative market opportunity.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Germany pharmaceutical 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 Germany pharmaceutical 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 Germany pharmaceutical packaging market.

Driving Factors

The expanding pharmaceutical industry in the country, with the surging trends in innovative therapies and biotechnology integration in the pharmaceutical sector, is anticipated to propel the pharmaceutical packaging market. The German pharmaceutical market is one of the largest in Europe, with an annual revenue exceeding €50 billion. Innovation and sustainable packaging solutions, including blow fill deal (BFS) vials, anti-counterfiet measures, PICVD coating technology, snap off ampoules, two in one prefilled vial design, and prefilled syinges and child resistant packs, are propelling the market growth. In addition, the advancement in drug delivery systems and stringent regulations, especially for primary packaging, is promoting the pharmaceutical packaging market.

Restraining Factors

The increased cost of advanced packaging solutions and the threat of counterfeit pharmaceutical drugs are hampering market growth.

Market Segmentation

The Germany pharmaceutical packaging market share is classified into material, product, and end-use.

• The plastics & polymers segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected timeframe.

Based on the material, the Germany pharmaceutical packaging market is divided into plastics & polymers, paper & paperboard, glass, aluminium foil, and others. Among these, the plastics & polymers segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected timeframe. Plastic resins, including PE, PET, PP, PVC, and PS, are extensively used in plastics & polymers pharmaceutical packaging. The flexibility and lightweight feature of plastic and polymers make them a great option for distribution and transit. Further, the cost effectiveness and ability to protect the products from light, moisture, and other external elements drive the market demand. 

• The primary segment dominates the German pharmaceutical packaging market with a major market share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the product, the Germany pharmaceutical packaging market is divided into primary, secondary, and tertiary. Among these, the primary segment dominates the German pharmaceutical packaging market with a major market share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The primary packaging segment includes tubes, bottles, and blister packs that are in direct contact with drugs. The increasing innovation in pharmaceutical drugs leads to the need for specialized primary packaging. Further, the emphasis on development easy to open closure and incorporation dispensing system for elderly age group patients expected to propel the market growth.

• The pharma manufacturing segment dominated the market with the largest market share in 2023 and is expected to witness strong CAGR growth during the projected timeframe.

Based on the end-use, the Germany pharmaceutical packaging market is divided into pharma manufacturing, contract packaging, retail pharmacy, and institutional pharmacy. Among these, the pharma manufacturing segment dominated the market with the largest market share in 2023 and is expected to witness strong CAGR growth during the projected timeframe. The expanding pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, with the adoption of serialization and track-and-trace technology to adhere to regulatory standards, is propelling the market growth. In addition, contract manufacturing and pharmaceutical packaging equipment’s need is expected to grow as manufacturers are outsourcing packaging operations for efficient packaging.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Germany pharmaceutical 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

• Gerresheimer AG
• Schott AG
• DWK Life Sciences
• Röchling SE & Co. KG
• SGD Pharma
• Ströbel GmbH
• GAPLAST
• Liveo Research AG
• Weener Plastik GmbH
• R-Pharm Germany GmbH
• Others

Key Target Audience

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

Recent Developments

• In October 2024, Bayer has launched a first-of-its-kind in the healthcare industry, polyethylene terephthalate (PET) blister packaging on its renowned brand, Aleve. Realized in partnership with pharma packaging specialist Liveo Research, this innovative solution reduces the carbon footprint of this packaging by 38% and marks a stride in environmental stewardship by eliminating the use of polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Germany, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market, By Material

• Plastics & Polymers
• Paper & Paperboard
• Glass
• Aluminium Foil
• Others

Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market, By Product

• Primary
• Secondary
• Tertiary

Germany Pharmaceutical Packaging Market, By End-use

• Pharma Manufacturing
• Contract Packaging
• Retail Pharmacy
• Institutional Pharmacy