Stock Pouch Market Size, Share, and Industry Report [2031]

Report Description

Stock Pouch Market Outlook 2031

The Global Stock Pouch Market size was valued at USD 9,317.5 Million in 2022 and is anticipated to reach USD 14,596.9 Million by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period, 2023 to 2031.

Stock Pouch are used for storing and displaying products. The stock stand up pouch is a type of flexible packaging that is able to stand erect on its bottom for display, storage, and convenience. It is usually made of multiple layers of plastic, paper, foil, or other materials, and is sealed with a zipper, a spout, or a cap. Stock stand up pouches are used for various products, such as food, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. They are convenient, durable, shelf-appealing, and environmental-friendly.

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Stock Pouch are among the most widely used packaging products in the food and beverage industry, including pet food, baby food, and liquid food, owing to their different features, including easy opening, easy to use, and re-closable. Moreover, they are widely used in different industries, such as healthcare, home care, and cosmetics, as they are chemically inert.

Macro-economic Factors

Industrialization

Industrialization influences the demand for Stock Pouch in food & beverages, healthcare, personal care & cosmetics, and homecare industry. According to the Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis (CPB), global industrial production increased by 3.3% in 2022. This reflects an increase in output to the 2.8% annual average for the previous ten years.

China, the US, Japan, Germany, India, South Korea, Italy, France, the UK, and Indonesia are the top 10 manufacturing nations across the globe. In advanced economies, industrial production exceeded pre-pandemic levels in 2022. The major factor driving industrial production is rising output in advanced economies. Industrial production has increased by 4% in 2022 compared to the previous year (2021).

Disposable Income

Growing economy is influencing the disposable income of people. A large number of individuals are spending heavily on food and beverages, which is significantly influenced by disposable income. Therefore, the demand for food and beverages is anticipated to increase the demand for Stock Pouch, as they are used in packing juice, cocktails, baby food, sweets and snacks, food supplements, and pet treats.

Increased disposable income has increased the consumption of Stock Pouch, which is expected to drive the market.

Stock Pouch Market Dynamics

Market Driver- Rising Demand for Packaged Food and Beverages

The demand for packaged food and beverages has increased, due to the increasing awareness of health issues and rising per capita income. This, in turn, has raised the demand for Stock Pouch.

The rising living standards with increasing westernization and growing convenience preference are boosting the demand for packaged food products, such as bakery goods, ready-to-eat meals, diet snacks, dried processed food, processed meat, dairy products, frozen food, and health food and drink products, which significantly propels the market.

A large part of the demand for packaged food and drink is influenced by the on-the-go lifestyle. The need for convenient food among consumers, with extended workdays and commutes, increases the demand for prepared meals and snacks. However, Stock Pouch are in high demand, owing to the increasing consumption of packaged food across the globe.

Market Driver- Increasing demand for Flexible packaging

The general trend is more toward flexible packaging to take advantage of convenience packaging driving the demand for single-serve solutions. This, in turn, is increasing the use of Stock Pouch. Consumers take their favorite items with them wherever they go for convenience; however, most consumers, especially young ones, shop for groceries regularly in small quantities, which fuels the demand for flexible packaging products.

Small-sized pouches provide customers a great control over portion quantities. Thus, flexible packaging, including Stock Pouch, has significant demand, which boosts the market.

Market Restraint- Increasing Competition from Other Packaging Materials

Stock Pouch are gaining traction within flexible packaging. However, stringent regulations on flexible plastic packaging restrict the market. Adherence to regulation is essential, as even small defects in packaging affect the product and reduce product profitability. Furthermore, packaging for food and beverage, personal care, and healthcare products requires specific characteristics, such as barrier against light and moisture resistance and ease of transport, thereby hampering the market.

Market Opportunity- Sustainable and new flexible plastics packaging solutions

Manufacturers have been encouraged to develop new packaging options as a result of dynamic industry changes such as the introduction of new regulatory initiatives. Rising concerns over the usage of plastics in flexible packaging have encouraged businesses to design new products. Packaging that is biodegradable and sustainable is anticipated to have more demand in the forecasted period.

Scope of The Stock Pouch Market Report  

The report on the global Stock Pouch market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.

Stock Pouch Market Segment Insight

On the basis of type, the market is divided into stand up pouches and flat pouches. The stand up pouches segment holds XX% share of the market in 2022 and is expected to hold XX% market share in 2031. Stand up pouches allow consumers to easily remove the food from the container, as compared to rigid packaging solutions, such as Metal cans, resulting in reduced food waste.

Furthermore, the high product-to-packaging ratio in stand up pouches is attracting end-use firms to the package type, thereby fueling the segment. As the pet food business became one of the early users of stand up pouches, it has become one of the most prominent uses for stand up pouches. However, the Stock Pouch segment is predicted to grow rapidly, owing to its wide are of applications.

On the basis of material, the market is divided into plastic, paper, and Metal. The plastic segment held XX% market share in 2022 and is expected to hold XX% market share in 2031. Plastic Stock Pouch have considerable resistance to oxygen, UV radiation, dust, and moisture, which help keep packaged goods fresh for long time.

Plastic resins such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) are frequently used in the production of plastic Stock Pouch. Plastic is a popular material choice for producing Stock Pouch, owing to its affordability and durability.

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On the basis of closure type, the market is divided into spout, zipper, side-gusseted, and others. The zipper segment held XX% market share in 2022 and is expected to hold XX% market share in 2031. The zipper led the closure sector in 2022, accounting for more than XX% of total market. Zipper is a locker, which is used to close the packaging.

It protects products, such as dog treats and nuts, from moisture, allowing them to stay fresh for long time even when used multiple times. Zipper pouches are becoming increasingly popular in emerging economies, as customers are shifting toward packaged meals for daily consumption. Zipper pouches are gaining traction in the cosmetics business. These factors propels the segment.

On the basis of capacity, the market is divided into less than 50 gms, 50 gms to 250 gms, 250 gms to 500 gms, and above 500 gms. The 50 gms to 250gms segment held XX% market share in 2022 and is expected to hold XX% market share in 2031. The Stock Pouch remain available in different sizes according their application.

Youngsters prefer to buy products multiple times in small quantities, as their focus remains on buying fresh products rather than buying in bulk. This, in turn, drive the demand for small-sized pouches, thus boosting the segment.

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On the basis of distribution channel, the market is divided into B2B and B2C. The B2B segment held XX% market share in 2022 and is expected to hold XX% market share in 2031. Business to business is dominating the Stock Pouch market, as the pouch is essential for businesses for their production process to build the end-use product.

On the basis of the end-use industry, the market is fragmented into food & beverage, healthcare, personal care & cosmetics, homecare, and others. The food & beverage segment held XX% market share in 2022 and is expected to hold XX% market share in 2031. The increasing use of Stock Pouch for packaging beverages, due to its lightweight, sustainable, and non-fragile nature driving the market.

The growing consumption of snacks among the population over a complete meal, due to the hectic working lifestyle, is projected to provide significant prospects to Stock Pouch manufacturers in the coming years. Snacks are often packaged in Stock Pouch, due to their cost-effectiveness and easy nitrogen filling, which protects the color, flavor, and texture of the packed food product.

The convenience provided by Stock Pouch, especially when traveling, and the rising adoption in personal care and cosmetics industry is further contributing to the market expansion.

Regional Outlook

On the basis of region, the Stock Pouch market is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. North America accounts for a significant share of the market, owing to the rapid expansion of the packaging industry in the region. In addition, growing consumer preference for pouches owing to their portability and convenience is anticipated to increase the penetration of Stock Pouch for use in different industries.

The market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a considerable CAGR in the coming years, owing to the growing labeling and packaging industry in the region. Overall, the Stock Pouch market is expected to increase rapidly during the projected period.

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Key Developments

• In June 2019, Smurfit Kappa introduced a new stand up olive oil pouch. It weighs 17 times less than glass packaging products and is available in 1.5 L pouches. In addition to being cost-effective for the customer, it leads to a significant reduction in the use of plastic and CO2 emissions during transport. It is suitable for both automatic and semi-automatic filling machines.

Key Benefits for Industry Participants & Stakeholders

• In-depth Analysis of the Global Stock Pouch Market

• Historical, Current, and Projected Market Size in terms of Value

• Potential & Niche Segments and Regions Exhibiting Promising Growth Covered

• Industry Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities Covered in the Study

• Recent Industry Trends and Developments

• Competitive Landscape & Strategies of Key Players

• Neutral Perspective on Global Stock Pouch Market Performance