Global Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market Analysis and Outlook for 2023 to 2033

The net worth of the blow-fill-seal equipment industry is estimated to be roughly USD 2.2 billion in the current year 2023. The global blow-fill-seal equipment market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 3.3% during the forecast period from 2023 to 2033.

Additionally, the overall sales of blow-fill-seal (BFS) equipment, in terms of value, are expected to surpass USD 2.9 billion by the end of 2033.

Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market Trends:

  • BFS equipment is used for forming and packaging containers, and their demand is increasing in the food & beverage and pharmaceutical industries.
  • Growth in the market is underpinned by rapid development and advancement in packaging industries, coupled with rising applications in diverse end-use sectors.
  • In terms of the end-use industry, demand for pharmaceutical BFS equipment is expected to increase over the forecast period.
  • New advancements that have taken place in recent years are the use of BFS technology with injectables in biologics, including monoclonal antibodies and vaccines.
Report Attributes or Data Points Details
Estimated Global Market Size in 2023 USD 2.2 billion
Forecasted Global Market Size by 2033 USD 2.9 billion
Projected Global Market Growth Rate from 2023 to 2033 3.3% CAGR
Collective Value Share of 5 Top Performing Countries in 2022 9%

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Market Progression till June 2022

Particulars Details
H1 2021 6.6%
H1 2022 Projected 6.5%
H1 2022 Expected 6.7%
BPS Change - H1, 2022 (O) - H1, 2022 (P) (+) 20 ↑
BPS Change - H1, 2022 (O) - H1, 2021 (+) 10 ↑

The blow-fill-seal (BFS) product market surged by ten basis share points (BPS) in H1-2022 (O) against comparison with H1-2021, according to our analysis. Comparing the H1-2022 projected and H1-2022 outlook period, a rise in BPS change by 20 BPS has been noticed.

The key reason for this change in growth rate is due to high-speed blow-fill seal equipment and blow-fill seal for aseptic packaging without human interpretation.

Historical Sales Analysis of Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market

The figures obtained by a survey of global blow-fill-seal equipment market demand during the historical period from 2018 to 2022 have shown a notable downturn. Worldwide sales of machines for blow-fill-seal technology surged at 4.4% CAGR during this period. By the end of 2022, the net worth of the market reached almost USD 2.1 billion.

Global Blow Fill Seal Equipment Market Size in 2022 USD 2.1 billion
Historical CAGR from 2018 to 2022 4.4%

Following the outbreak of COVID-19, the demand for safe and contamination-free packaging increased exponentially, accelerating the demand for BFS equipment. With the rising demand for aseptic packaging in the pharmaceutical industry, sales of BFS equipment increased during the historical period.

The global blow-fill-seal equipment market is projected to witness robust growth, with sales increasing by 1.4x from 2023 to 2033. Emerging market trends in the blow-fill-seal packaging industry are projected to propel the overall market at a 3.3% CAGR through 2033.

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Factors Driving Blow-Fill-Seal (BFS) Technology Industry Demand

In recent years, the growing production of pharmaceutical drugs and increasing transportation of vaccines has provided impetus to the higher adoption of blow-fill-seal (BFS) packaging machines.

So, with favorable government initiatives and the adoption of innovative pharmaceutical packaging, demand for BFS equipment is expected to gain traction over the forecast period.

Unit dose-packaging solutions, such as the growing demand for BFS syringes, are creating lucrative growth opportunities for BFS equipment manufacturers. Also, demand for innovative and safe packaging, especially following the rising sales of packaged food and beverages, has increased the demand for BFS equipment.

With the increasing need for aseptic packaging for chemicals and drugs, the pharmaceutical industry is expected to hold over 90% of overall sales in the market. Besides liquid-filled containers, BFS equipment is also used to package ointments, gels, vaccines, and other drugs.

Additionally, universal acceptance of BFS equipment, especially by healthcare authorities such as the FDA, is boosting the demand for blow-fill-seal equipment in the pharmaceutical industry.

Country-Wise Analysis

The table below can give you an idea of how different regional markets for blow-fill-seal equipment are going to progress over the next ten years. The countries in North America and Europe seem to have a growth trend.

Meanwhile, the performance of the blow-fill-seal equipment market in Asia and the Middle East & Africa could be more lucrative than other regions.

Countries CAGR (2023 to 2033)
United States 2.3%
Germany 1.2%
United Kingdom 3.5%
India 5.7%
China 5.1%

Expansion of Pharmaceutical Industry to Boost Blow-fill-seal Equipment Sales in China

China is considered to be one of the largest pharmaceutical industries across the globe. According to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), China maintains around 13% of all regulated drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients facilities across the globe.

Over the next ten years, the China form-fill-seal machine market is forecasted to experience a CAGR of 5.1%. Favorable government policies and increasing demand for safe and innovative packaging are expected to make China the most lucrative market in East Asia.

The United Kingdom Emerging as the Most Lucrative Market in Europe

The United Kingdom is predicted to hold lucrative opportunities for market players. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.5% through 2033.

With the increasing development and adoption of liquid drugs, the need for safe and aseptic packaging could surge the United Kingdom's blow-fill-seal equipment market share. Hence, key players in Europe are eyeing the United Kingdom market to increase their revenues against the backdrop of increasing pharmaceutical drug production.

Blow fill Seal Machine Manufacturers to Gain from the Indian Packaging Industry.

Over the coming years, India is expected to be the most lucrative market in East Asia for blow-fill-seal equipment. The market is expected to record a CAGR of 5.7%, attributable to the growing development of the packaging industry.

Additionally, increasing consumption of soft drinks and milk products across the country is also propelling growth in the market. However, high costs and complex operating standards might impede blow-fill-seal (BFS) packaging equipment sales in India.

Application of Blow-fill-seal Machine in the Pharmaceutical Industry to Augment Sales in the United States

Demand for blow-fill-seal equipment is high across several industries related to consumer goods in the United States and is anticipated to register a 2.3% CAGR through 2033.

The United States blow-fill-seal equipment market is expected to hold a sizable share of demand across North America. The strong presence of numerous leading companies and their higher investment in the growth of polymer-based prefilled syringes is expected to fuel market performance in the future.

Leading Healthcare Industries to Drive Demand for BFS Products in Germany

On account of a huge industrial base, the market share of BFSI security devices is poised to advance at 1.5% CAGR from 2023 to 2033.

The requirement for aseptic and advanced packaging for liquid drugs and to improve product efficiency is increasing in Germany. Hence, key players in Germany are focusing on the expansion of their product portfolio and supply chain network to create remunerative revenues.

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Category-wise Insights

Nestable Blow-fill-seal Machines to Dominate the Market by Product

In terms of product type, the nestable blow-fill-seal equipment segment dominates the global market with a 49.5% revenue share in 2023. Increasing production of unit doses and the need for aseptic packaging are facilitating growth in this segment.

Attributes Details
Top Product Type Nestable
Market Share in 2023 49.5%

HDPE Material Remains the Preferred Choice Among End Users

Blow-fill-seal (BFS) packaging equipment ensures that the product is not used more than once. Hence, healthcare companies are promoting the use of BFS technology and machines to curb the impact of communicable diseases. Despite these prospects, the improved sealing and leak prevention provided by HDPE is expected to drive growth in this segment.

Attributes Details
Top Material Type HDPE
Market Share in 2023 67.1%

Competitive Landscape in the Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market

A comparison and review analysis of the dynamics of the blow-fill-seal equipment market, the sealed wax packaging market, and the center sealed pouch packaging market have been provided in the section below.

The emerging trends in these three industries are principally subjected to an array of factors along with a few definite influences regarding the rising possibility of microbial contamination of the products that could restrain the growth of the blow-fill-seal equipment market.

Recent Developments in the Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market:

  • Weiler Engineering, Inc. announced the launch of its next-generation ASEP-TECH Blow/Fill/Seal (B/F/S) machine in the pharmaceutical sector. This compact laboratory-sized machine measures approximately 100-in. H x 70-in. W x 80-in. D and caters to the recent demand for low-output production of pharmaceutical products using advanced aseptic technology.
  • The BFS equipment market is consolidated with Rommelag, dominating the global market, holding nearly 90% of the market share. In 2022, the top 5 companies held over 9% of the global market share which represents a highly fragmented and diversified nature of the whole competitive landscape.
  • In December 2021, Woodstock Sterile Solutions, a leading blow-fill-seal (BFS) contract development and manufacturing organization, announced a patent for a cold BFS packaging and system process in the United States. This is anticipated to help in minimizing the temperature impact on thermally sensitive molecules, such as biologics, throughout the BFS manufacturing process.

Scope of Report

Attribute Details
Forecast Period 2023 to 2033
Historical Data Available for 2018 to 2022
Market Analysis USD million or billion for Value
Key Regions Covered North America; Latin America; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; Asia Pacific; Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Key Countries Covered United States, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Nordic, Russia, Poland, China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, Japan, GCC countries, North Africa, South Africa, and others.
Key Market Segments Covered By Production Capacity, By Product Type, By End-Use Industry, and By Region
Key Companies Profiled Rommelag Kunststoff- Maschinen Vertriebsgesellschaft GmbH; Hunan CHINASUN Pharmaceutical Machinery Co. Ltd.; Bosch Packaging Technology GmbH; Weiler Engineering Inc.; Brevetti Angela S.R.L.; Marchesini Group S.p.A.; Serac Inc.; GEA Group; SIPA S.p.A.; Sidel S.A.
Report Coverage Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives
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Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market by Category

By Production Capacity:

  • Up to 5,000 containers/hr.
  • 5,000 to 10,000 containers/hr.
  • Above 10,000 containers/hr.

By Product Type:

  • Bottles
  • Ampoules
  • Vials
  • Prefilled Syringes & Injectable

By End-use Industry:

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Food & Beverage
  • Cosmetics & Personal Care
  • Other End-use Industries

By Regional Markets:

  • North America Market
  • Latin America Market
  • Western Europe Market
  • Eastern Europe Market
  • Asia Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ) Market
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market
  • Japan Market

Frequently Asked Questions

How Big is the Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market?

The global blow-fill-seal equipment market value is USD 2.2 billion in 2023.

What is the Expected CAGR of the Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market?

The global demand for BFS equipment is likely to grow at a 3.3% CAGR through 2033.

What is the projected Value of the Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market by 2033?

The global market is predicted to be valued at USD 2.9 billion by 2033.

Which is the Leading Country in the Global Blow-fill-seal Equipment Market?

The United States currently leads the blow-fill-seal equipment market globally.

How will Demand for Blow-fill-seal Equipment Spur Across the Pharmaceutical Sector?

Over 90% of blow-fill-seal equipment demand is generated from the pharmaceutical sector.

Table of Content
	1. Executive Summary
	2. Market Overview
	3. Market Background
	4. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033
	5. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Production Capacity
		5.1. Up to 5,000 containers/hr.
		5.2. 5,000 to 10,000 containers/hr.
		5.3. Above 10,000 containers/hr.
	6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Product Type
		6.1. Bottles
		6.2. Ampoules
		6.3. Vials
		6.4. Prefilled Syringes & Injectable
	7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By End-Use Industry
		7.1. Pharmaceuticals
		7.2. Food & Beverage
		7.3. Cosmetics & Personal Care
		7.4. Others
	8. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region
		8.1. North America
		8.2. Latin America
		8.3. Western Europe
		8.4. Eastern Europe
		8.5. South Asia and Pacific
		8.6. East Asia
		8.7. Middle East and Africa
	9. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	10. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	11. Western Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	12. Eastern Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	13. South Asia and Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	14. East Asia Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	15. Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	16. Key Countries Market Analysis
	17. Market Structure Analysis
	18. Competition Analysis
		18.1. Rommelag Kunststoff- Maschinen Vertriebsgesellschaft GmbH
		18.2. Hunan CHINASUN Pharmaceutical Machinery Co. Ltd.
		18.3. Bosch Packaging Technology GmbH
		18.4. Weiler Engineering Inc.
		18.5. Brevetti Angela S.R.L.
		18.6. Marchesini Group S.p.A.
		18.7. Serac Inc.
		18.8. GEA Group
		18.9. SIPA S.p.A.
		18.10. Sidel S.A.
	19. Assumptions & Acronyms Used
	20. Research Methodology
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