Mono Cartons Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Mono Cartons Market Report is Segmented by Coating (Coated and Uncoated), End-User Industry (Food and Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care and Cosmetics, Electronics, and Other End-User Industries), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa). The Report Offers Market Sizes and Forecasts in Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Mono Cartons Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Mono Cartons Market Size

Mono Cartons Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 0.86 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 1.09 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.80 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Mono Cartons Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Mono Cartons Market Analysis

The Mono Cartons Market size is estimated at USD 0.86 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 1.09 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Mono cartons are lightweight, esthetically appealing packaging solutions. Mono cartons are a type of folding carton that provides protection, and the cartons can be customized based on the requirements of various end-user applications.

  • Mono cartons are used for compact packaging of products, are highly customizable, and facilitate many applications across various end-user industries. An increase in demand for sustainable packaging is driving the market growth. Coated and uncoated mono cartons are produced in multiple designs, shapes, and sizes, increasing the demand for appealing designs and creating growth opportunities for the cartons.
  • Mono cartons facilitate convenience for their storage and usage. These cartons help reduce the weight of the package due to their lightweight structure and offer a reasonable amount of strength to ensure the security of the packaged products. It also comes foldable, providing ample storage and shipment easement. It is cost-effective in production, distribution, and consumption, thus, is in high demand.
  • The fast-moving consumable goods (FMCG) industry is critical to the consumption of mono cartons due to the continuous storage and shipment of small-sized products such as toothpaste, soap, biscuits, and face cream. The FMCG industry also uses printed cartons labeled with product specifications as the primary packaging material. Due to the increasing number of retail stores, coupled with rising individual disposable income in developing countries, the growing FMCG industry is anticipated to fuel the demand for mono cartons over the forecast period.
  • E-commerce mono cartons have emerged as a favored alternative for e-commerce packaging. Mono cartons are a significant choice as more individuals buy online and want their products to arrive securely and in shape. Furthermore, companies can use the large surface area of mono cartons for branding and marketing, increasing exposure and creating a stronger brand identity.
  • The market witnesses challenges due to alternate packaging materials such as plastic. Despite the rising popularity of sustainable packaging, plastic packaging remains one of the market's leading growth drivers. Many customers still favor the comfort and cost of plastic packaging, which makes the widespread adoption of mono cartons difficult. Persuading consumers and businesses to abandon plastic packaging necessitates effective educational and awareness initiatives on the environmental benefits of utilizing mono cartons.

Mono Cartons Industry Overview

The market is fragmented with the presence of various players such as Graphic Packaging International LLC, Oji Holdings Corporation, Westrock Company, and International Paper. The companies operating are focused on innovating new solutions through investments, collaborations, mergers and acquisitions, etc., to expand their business in the region.

  • February 2024: Oji Holdings and Nihon Tetra Pak K.K. partnered to pioneer Japan's first recycling system specifically for aseptic carton packages, a significant step toward gaining a circular economy for paper resources in the country. The recycling system collects aseptic carton packages from various sources, including retail and municipal collections and waste paper from packaging manufacturers.
  • September 2023: Graphic Packaging International acquired Bell Inc. for USD 262.5 million. Bell operates three converting facilities: two in South Dakota and one in Ohio. Graphic previously estimated the Bell acquisition would add USD 200 million in sales and yield USD 10 million. Bell consumes an estimated 95,000 tons of paperboard annually at those facilities to convert into folding cartons and related products.

Mono Cartons Market Leaders

  1. Graphic Packaging Company LLC

  2. Oji Holdings Corporation

  3. Westrock Company

  4. International Paper Company

  5. Autajon Group

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Mono Cartons Market Concentration
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Mono Cartons Market News

  • January 2024: India-based Ansa Folding Carton (AFC) extended its operations by acquiring a strategic stake in paper packaging material producer Rich Printers. The deal was valued at INR 1.17 billion (USD 14.04 million), positioning the combined entity as India's largest pharmaceutical folding carton producer. With a network of three advanced manufacturing facilities, Rich Printers produces folding cartons for the pharmaceutical industry.
  • September 2023: The Autajon Group acquired Simply Cartons (Nottingham, UK) and Tendero (Alicante, Spain). Simply Cartons offers packaging solutions for the cosmetics, health and beauty, luxury drinks, premium food, and confectionery industries, particularly in the luxury goods market. The company was expected to rename Autajon Packaging Simply Cartons and become the Group's first foothold in the United Kingdom.

Mono Cartons Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Demand for Sustainable Packaging Solutions
    • 5.1.2 E-commerce to Drive the Market Growth
  • 5.2 Market Restraints
    • 5.2.1 Competition from Alternative Packaging Solutions

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Coating
    • 6.1.1 Coated
    • 6.1.2 Uncoated
  • 6.2 By End-User Industry
    • 6.2.1 Food & Beverage
    • 6.2.2 Pharmaceuticals
    • 6.2.3 Personal Care & Comsetics
    • 6.2.4 Electronics
    • 6.2.5 Other End-User Industries
  • 6.3 By Region
    • 6.3.1 North America
    • 6.3.2 Europe
    • 6.3.3 Asia
    • 6.3.4 Latin America
    • 6.3.5 Middle East and Africa

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles*
    • 7.1.1 Graphic Packaging International LLC
    • 7.1.2 Oji Holdings Corporation
    • 7.1.3 Westrock Company
    • 7.1.4 International Paper Company
    • 7.1.5 Stora Enso
    • 7.1.6 Georgia-Pacific LLC
    • 7.1.7 Autajon Group
    • 7.1.8 Parksons Packaging Ltd
    • 7.1.9 Packman Packaging Private Limited
    • 7.1.10 Packtek

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Mono Cartons Industry Segmentation

The number of environmentally conscious customers demanding sustainable packaging options is increasing. Mono cartons are a significant option for companies looking to appeal to this consumer base.

The mono cartons market is segmented by coating (coated and uncoated), end-user industry (food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, personal care and cosmetics, electronics, and other end-user industries), and geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa). The report offers market sizes and forecasts in value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Coating Coated
Uncoated
By End-User Industry Food & Beverage
Pharmaceuticals
Personal Care & Comsetics
Electronics
Other End-User Industries
By Region North America
Europe
Asia
Latin America
Middle East and Africa
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Mono Cartons Market Research FAQs

How big is the Mono Cartons Market?

The Mono Cartons Market size is expected to reach USD 0.86 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.80% to reach USD 1.09 billion by 2030.

What is the current Mono Cartons Market size?

In 2025, the Mono Cartons Market size is expected to reach USD 0.86 billion.

Who are the key players in Mono Cartons Market?

Graphic Packaging Company LLC, Oji Holdings Corporation, Westrock Company, International Paper Company and Autajon Group are the major companies operating in the Mono Cartons Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Mono Cartons Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Mono Cartons Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Mono Cartons Market.

What years does this Mono Cartons Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Mono Cartons Market size was estimated at USD 0.82 billion. The report covers the Mono Cartons Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Mono Cartons Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Mono Cartons Industry Report

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