Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Report is Segmented by Service Type (Primary (Bottles, Vials, Ampoules, Blister Packs, and Other Primary Types), Secondary, and Tertiary) and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Size

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 19.94 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 31.87 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 9.84 %
Fastest Growing Market North America
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Analysis

The Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 19.94 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 31.87 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 9.84% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The pharmaceutical industry is growing exponentially, driven by global economic growth, an aging population, and new product launches. The increasing sales of pharmaceuticals are driving the logistics and warehousing requirements as vendors in the market are constantly expanding their facilities. With the understanding that pharmaceutical companies can boost their profits by outsourcing the packaging of their products, there has been a noticeable rise in the use of pharmaceutical contractors for commercial and clinical packaging.

Continued Endeavors to Implement Serialization to Support Market Expansion

  • The pharmaceutical packaging market's key factors are growth in self-medication and multi-drug protocols, safety and compliance, product and patient engagement, and serialization. Packaging that helps and engages patients via ease of managing doses and drug compliance is among the foremost trends. 
  • Technological and innovative packaging is critical to protecting the integrity of the supply chain and ensuring that consumers have access to safe and reliable medicines and medical devices. Serialization and tracking capabilities not only help brands fight off counterfeit goods but can also be used to generate more value by creating new channels for revenue generation. Because these approaches are essential in the fight to protect patients from counterfeit medicines, the printing and packaging industry must stay ahead of illicit manufacturers and prevent potentially dangerous counterfeits from falling into the hands of unsuspecting patients.

Competition from In-house Packaging Key Verticals to Restrict the Market Growth

  • Contract packaging can be time-consuming, as products are transported several times between manufacturers and packagers, thus increasing the potential for damage. In the case of a liquid product, the percentage will be higher since damage to one bottle can destroy multiple units.​ Many companies may choose to handle packaging in-house because it can be more cost-effective for them. By doing so, they can have more control over the entire packaging process, including material sourcing, design, and production, potentially reducing costs compared to outsourcing to a contract packaging provider.​
  • Factors such as unwillingness to share information with contract packagers, availability of in-house machinery, and high switching costs encourage in-house packaging and act as a restraining factor for contract packagers.​

In the pharmaceutical contract packaging market, microeconomic factors like surging input costs, escalating labor expenses, and mounting pressures from regulatory compliance are driving up business costs. Concurrently, there's a rising demand for intricate and tailored packaging solutions spurred by technological advancements and a wave of competitive consolidations. These dynamics present lucrative opportunities for firms adept at innovation and efficient scaling. Companies that navigate these challenges through strategic tech investments, forging partnerships, and emphasizing sustainability are poised to excel in this fiercely competitive landscape.

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Industry Segmentation

The pharmaceutical contract packaging market remains highly fragmented, with many players competing for contracts from leading pharmaceutical companies. In response to intensifying competition, larger firms increasingly turn to mergers and acquisitions to broaden their capabilities and extend their geographic reach. The imperative primarily fuels this trend toward consolidation to provide integrated services and scale operations for enhanced competitiveness.

Market players engage in continuous product development, breakthrough innovations, and strategic acquisitions and partnerships to target high-growth or emerging use cases. Key players in the global pharmaceutical contract packaging market include Sharp, Nelipak BV, Almac Group, AmeriPac, Sepha Ltd., and Wasdell Group. These companies are channeling investments into innovation, automation, and sustainability to ensure they stay competitive and adept at addressing the growing complexities of pharmaceutical packaging demands. 

Advancements in biopharmaceuticals, regulatory compliance needs, and outsourcing trends drive the global pharmaceutical contract packaging market toward sustained growth. To remain competitive and address the pharmaceutical industry's evolving demands, key market players are prioritizing innovation, especially in areas like serialization, sustainability, and automation.

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Leaders

  1. Ropack Inc.

  2. Reed-Lane Inc.

  3. PCI Pharma Services

  4. Silgan Unicep (Silgan Dispensing Systems)

  5. Sharp Services, LLC

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market News

  • September 2024: Jones Healthcare Group announce its partnership with Quebec-based GDK Marketing as its exclusive pharmacy market sales partner in the province. This strategic collaboration reinforces Jones Healthcare Group’s ongoing commitment to expanding its presence in Quebec while delivering exceptional customer service and support in French.
  • February 2024: Aptar CSP Technologies, part of AptarGroup Inc., collaborated with ProAmpac, a frontrunner in material science and flexible packaging. Together, they launched the ProActive Intelligence Moisture Protect (MP-1000). This innovative platform merges Aptar CSP’s 3-Phase Activ-Polymer technology with ProAmpac’s advance blown film technology, creating a moisture-adsorbing flexible packaging solution. The MP-1000 is the first in a series of active microclimate management packaging solutions designed to mitigate degradation risks, maintain potency, and boost product performance.

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

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

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHT

  • 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 Substitutes
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 Assessment of Macroeconomic Factors on the Market

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Ongoing Efforts Toward Serialization to Aid the Market's Growth
    • 5.1.2 Recent Capacity Expansions and Investments in Expanding Bottling and Filling Services
  • 5.2 Market Challenges
    • 5.2.1 Stringent Regulatory Requirements

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Service Type
    • 6.1.1 Primary
    • 6.1.1.1 Bottles
    • 6.1.1.2 Vials
    • 6.1.1.3 Ampoules
    • 6.1.1.4 Blister Packs
    • 6.1.1.5 Other Primary Types
    • 6.1.2 Secondary
    • 6.1.3 Tertiary
  • 6.2 By Geography***
    • 6.2.1 North America
    • 6.2.2 Europe
    • 6.2.3 Asia
    • 6.2.4 Australia and New Zealand
    • 6.2.5 Latin America
    • 6.2.6 Middle East and Africa

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Ropack Inc.
    • 7.1.2 Sharp Services, LLC
    • 7.1.3 Reed-Lane Inc.
    • 7.1.4 PCI Pharma Services
    • 7.1.5 Silgan Unicep (Silgan Dispensing Systems)
    • 7.1.6 Jones Healthcare Group
    • 7.1.7 Almac Group Limited
    • 7.1.8 Assemblies Unlimited Inc.
    • 7.1.9 AmeriPac, Inc. (Veritiv Corporation)
    • 7.1.10 MJS Packaging
    • 7.1.11 Pharma Packaging Solutions
    • 7.1.12 Nelipak
    • 7.1.13 Aphena Pharma Solutions Inc.
    • 7.1.14 Southwest Packaging
    • 7.1.15 MPH Co-Packing
    • 7.1.16 Tjoapack Netherlands B.V.
    • 7.1.17 Quantrelle Packaging Solutions Ltd.
    • 7.1.18 Variopack Lohnfertigungen GmbH
    • 7.1.19 Central Pharma Contract Packing Limited
    • 7.1.20 Sepha Ltd.
    • 7.1.21 TPC Packaging Solutions
    • 7.1.22 Wasdell Group
    • 7.1.23 DaklaPack Group
    • 7.1.24 Recipharm AB
    • 7.1.25 Tripak Pharmaceuticals
    • 7.1.26 Jam Jams Group
    • 7.1.27 Asiapack Limited (Elanders Group)
    • 7.1.28 Finishing Services
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

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Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Industry Segmentation

The study on the Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging market tracks demands in terms of revenue for vendors who are offering pureplay outsourcing pharmaceutical contract packaging services across major segments such as Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary. The study also delves into the major trends, regulatory landscape, and key factors shaping the trends related to the contract pharmaceutical packaging market. The analysis is based on the market insights captured through secondary research and the primaries. The market also covers the major factors impacting the growth of the pharmaceutical contract packaging market in terms of drivers and restraints.

The pharmaceutical contract packaging market is segmented by service type (primary [bottles, vials, ampoules, and blister packs, other primary types], secondary, and tertiary) and geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Service Type Primary Bottles
Vials
Ampoules
Blister Packs
Other Primary Types
Secondary
Tertiary
By Geography*** North America
Europe
Asia
Australia and New Zealand
Latin America
Middle East and Africa
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Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market Research Faqs

How big is the Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market?

The Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 19.94 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 9.84% to reach USD 31.87 billion by 2030.

What is the current Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market size?

In 2025, the Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 19.94 billion.

Who are the key players in Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market?

Ropack Inc., Reed-Lane Inc., PCI Pharma Services, Silgan Unicep (Silgan Dispensing Systems) and Sharp Services, LLC are the major companies operating in the Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market?

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

Which region has the biggest share in Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market.

What years does this Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market size was estimated at USD 17.98 billion. The report covers the Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Pharmaceutical Contract Packaging Industry Report

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