Polyethylene Mailers Market Snapshot 2023 to 2033

The global polyethylene mailers market is anticipated to witness a market value of US$ 3.1 billion in 2023 and is expected to harness a market value of US$ 5.3 billion by reflecting a CAGR of 5.5% in the forecast period 2023 to 2033. The market for Polyethylene Mailers Market registered a CAGR of 4.3% in the historical period 2018 to 2022.

Surging demand for the lightweight as well as easy to handle products, increasing growth of the retail sector across the globe, growing demand of the product as it offer benefits compare to other rigid formats such as advertisement space which enhance the business visibility, availability of cost effective product for packaging non-fragile products such as t-shirts, home furnishings, books, and others are some of the key factors expected to drive the growth of the polyethylene mailers market in the projected period. Furthermore, increasing preferences towards use of sustainable products along with adoption of government regulations which will further contribute by generating various opportunities that will led to the growth of the polyethylene mailers market during the forecast period.

Growing trend of shopping through e-commerce is also fueling the market growth. These mailers are easy to handle and also slightly light weight compared to that of other formats. This offers the retail industry to ship light in any weather and at minimum cost which in turn drives growth of the polyethylene mailers market. The polyethylene mailers also have the information on their surfaces of recycling and reusability, this creates effective sustainability and adherence to the government regulations which is anticipated to create demand for the polyethylene mailers market during the projected period.

On the other hand, increasing demand for mailer packaging across the e-commerce industry for packaging of numerous products such as apparel, jewelry, books and stationery among others is pushing the market growth. Moreover, continuously growing number of online sellers as well as shoppers around the world is driving the demand for packaging mailers. The rapidly rising marketing and advertisement expenditure of the e-commerce players like Walmart, eBay, Amazon and Shopsy among others is further contributing in market expansion.

On the regional end, Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the polyethylene mailers market by accounting for a lion share of 37.6% by end of the forecast period. The growth is attributed to rising growth of the e-commerce sector as it offers convenience of shopping from anywhere and anytime and consumer demand of availability of products at their doorstep coupled with growing demand for packaging and polyethylene mailers in the region.

Likewise, the Polyethylene mailers market in North America is anticipated to accumulate 32% market share by end of the forecast period. The market in this region is estimated to reflect CAGR of 3.5% during the projected period. The growth is attributed to rising manufacturers interest towards custom branding and custom packaging solutions that help shipments to stand out. Brands are keen to include logos, colors, and imagery in poly mailers to meet aesthetic requirements of customers.

Manufacturers in North America are increasing their production capabilities in regular white polymailers, expansion polymailers, bubble padded mailers, and eco friendly options. Polyethylene mailers are gaining popularity in heavy duty applications to protect products from moisture during shipping. These polyethylene mailers are tamper, puncture and tear resistant in nature. Manufacturers are incorporating dual adhesive strips in polymailers for reuse. These factors are anticipated to propel growth in Polyethylene mailers market in this region.

Data Points Key Statistics
Expected Market Value in 2023 US$ 3.1 billion
Projected Market Value in 2033 US$ 5.3 billion
Growth Rate (2023 to 2033) 5.5% CAGR

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How Competitive is the Market?

Latest developments in technology, mergers, acquisitions, tie-ups and partnerships within the companies involved in manufacturing polyethylene mailers are expected to create lucrative opportunities for market growth during the forecast period.

  • In April 2022 - Mondi teamed up with French machine producer Thimonnier to develop a recyclable package that cuts down on plastic waste. The businesses have created new liquid refill packaging that can be completely emptied. Coextruded polyethylene, a recyclable mono-material, is used to develop the berlingot sachet. Compared to rigid plastic bottles, the product weighs less and employs around 75% less plastic. This refill solution can replace the multilayer PVC refill containers, which are presently the industry standard but aren't recyclable.
  • In October 2021 - Berry Global and LyondellBasell teamed up to advance the goal of sourcing 100% of its customer-facing packaging sustainably by 2026. This collaboration supports the selection of plastic-lined paper cups with limited recyclability to single-substrate, clear plastic drink cups that more consumers will be able to recycle.

E-commerce has become a powerful phenomenon in the retail industry. Every year the online shopping business has demonstrated a rising trend and absorbing a share of the retail market.

The retail market has become highly competitive with an increasing number of entrants entering the market continuously whose inseparable component is the packaging. These factors tend to boost the growth for the polyethylene mailers market.

Polyethylene mailers are easier to handle and also lesser in weight compared to that of other formats. This provides the retail industry to ship light in any weather and at an economical cost paving way for the growth of the polyethylene mailers market.

Moreover, the polyethylene mailers protect products from water which the other formats might not provide at an economical cost which is one of the strengths of the polyethylene mailer and also an opportunity for brand owners to increase their profit margin.

In addition, it is likely to reduce the claims of damages for non-fragile products because the customer will receive these product packages shipped in a pristine condition protected from weather conditions, dust and grease which is foreseen to boost the demand for the polyethylene mailer impacting the market.

Polyethylene mailers market: Dynamics

The recent trends observed in the polyethylene mailers market is the recyclability of these polyethylene mailers. This results in sustainability for the polyethylene mailers reducing the hazards of plastic.

Polyethylene mailers are economical formats of packaging for the retailers and the brand owners compared to other rigid formats available in the market and thus, with the increased benefits such as advertisement space, polyethylene mailers allow the businesses to enhance their visibility.

These factors drive the demand for the polyethylene mailers and raise the demand for polyethylene mailers market. The polyethylene mailers come in various sizes which fits in the product with no scope for packaging material wastage.

The polyethylene mailers also have the information on their surfaces of how they can be recycled or reused, this creates effective sustainability and adherence to the government regulations which is expected to grow the demand for the polyethylene mailers market.

The reliable polyethylene mailers market results in less damage and spoilage claims of products therefore it is anticipated to positively affect the polyethylene mailers market.

The global retail market size is anticipated to grow by 18% and is directly related to the polyethylene mailers market and would fuel the growth in the market. Mailers are the most used and cost effective alternative for packaging non-fragile products such as t-shirts, books, home furnishing, gifts, etc.

The revolutionary shopping experience due to availability and convenience has led to robust growth in the e-commerce and significantly impact the polyethylene mailers market in terms of packaging which needs to provide protection and reliability to the product which needs multiple handling through various distribution networks.

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Polyethylene mailers market: Key players and market structure analysis

The Key players in the polyethylene mailers market are,

  • Poly-Pak Industries Inc
  • Pac Worldwide Corp
  • Airpack SpA
  • Ampac Services Inc
  • Associated Bag Co
  • Kinart Packaging LLC
  • Transco Plastic Industries Ltd
  • Jiffy Packaging GmbH
  • Atlantic Tape Co Inc
  • Laddawn Inc
  • Surface Guard
  • EcoEnclose

The fastest growing e-commerce markets would have the direct impact on the polyethylene mailers market. The Asia Pacific market is leading with charge in the global e-commerce industry, countries such as India, Philippines, China, Malaysia, Indonesia and South Korea.

This is due to the convenience of shopping from anywhere & anytime and consumer demand of availability of products at their doorstep. This factor is going to hike the demand for packaging and polyethylene mailers market providing the optimum format of packaging is anticipated to be positively impacted.

The report is a compilation of first-hand information, qualitative and quantitative assessment by industry analysts, inputs from industry experts and industry participants across the value chain.

The report provides an in-depth analysis of parent market trends, macroeconomic indicators and governing factors along with market attractiveness as per segments. The report also maps the qualitative impact of various market factors on polyethylene mailers market segments and geographies.

Regional Analysis Includes

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • South Asia
  • East Asia
  • Oceania
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)

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Polyethylene mailers market: Segmentation

The Polyethylene Mailers Market can be segmented based end-use and capacity.

By end-use, the global polyethylene mailers market can be segmented into:

  • Stationery Items
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Textile
  • Jewellery
  • Other Consumer Goods

By Capacity, the global polyethylene mailers market can be segmented into:

  • Less than 500 g
  • 501 to 1000 g
  • 1001 to 2000 g
  • More than 2000 g
Table of Content
  • 1. Executive Summary
  • 2. Industry Introduction, including Taxonomy and Market Definition
  • 3. Market Trends and Success Factors, including Macro-economic Factors, Market Dynamics, and Recent Industry Developments
  • 4. Global Market Demand Analysis and Forecast, including Historical Analysis and Future Projections
  • 5. Pricing Analysis
  • 6. Global Market Analysis and Forecast
    • 6.1. By End-Use
    • 6.2. By Capacity
  • 7. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By End-Use
    • 7.1. Stationery Items
    • 7.2. Pharmaceuticals
    • 7.3. Textile
    • 7.4. Jewellery
    • 7.5. Other Consumer Goods
  • 8. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By Capacity
    • 8.1. Less than 500 g
    • 8.2. 501 to 1000 g
    • 8.3. 1001 to 2000 g
    • 8.4. More than 2000 g
  • 9. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By Region
    • 9.1. North America
    • 9.2. Latin America
    • 9.3. Europe
    • 9.4. South Asia
    • 9.5. East Asia
    • 9.6. Oceania
    • 9.7. Middle East & Africa (MEA)
  • 10. North America Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
  • 11. Latin America Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
  • 12. Europe Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
  • 13. South Asia Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
  • 14. East Asia Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
  • 15. Oceania Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
  • 16. Middle East & Africa (MEA) Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
  • 17. Sales Forecast by End-Use and Capacity for 30 Countries
  • 18. Competition Outlook, including Market Structure Analysis, Company Share Analysis by Key Players, and Competition Dashboard
  • 19. Company Profile
    • 19.1. Poly-Pak Industries Inc
    • 19.2. Pac Worldwide Corp
    • 19.3. Airpack SpA
    • 19.4. Ampac Services Inc
    • 19.5. Associated Bag Co
    • 19.6. Kinart Packaging LLC
    • 19.7. Transco Plastic Industries Ltd
    • 19.8. Jiffy Packaging GmbH
    • 19.9. Atlantic Tape Co Inc
    • 19.10. Laddawn Inc
    • 19.11. Surface Guard
    • 19.12. EcoEnclose
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