Timber Wrap Films Market Outlook (2023 to 2033)

The global timber wrap films market is set to be worth around USD 464.8 million in the present year 2023. As per the global timber wrap market analysis report released by FMI, it is projected to register a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period. Further, this report predicts the overall valuation of the market to reach up to USD 714.2 million by the end of 2033.

The key reason for this growth rate is the increased demand for high shelf life and retaining quality of the timber. The low-cost, lightweight, and damage-resistant features of timber wrap have made them a highly sought-after packaging product in the timber and wood industry.

Timber wrap films are durable, lightweight, and the only mode of packaging for facilitating the delivery of timber to end users and furniture manufacturers. Furthermore, the increasing volume of international timber trade is also accelerating the growth of the timber wrap products market.

Timber wrap film sales accounted for around 8% share of the global mulch film market back in the year 2021. Regulations for polyethylene materials are likely to strengthen over the assessment period thereby limiting the wrap film products market growth in the future. Despite these prospects, this is expected to drive demand for timber wrap films due to their improved moisture resistance, lightweight, cost-effectiveness, and other properties.

Some new advances that have taken place in the market include wrap film products released with high friction to provide anti-slip protection to the product. Timber wraps with high friction are used to provide anti-slip protection to timber packaging. High-strength & barrier films are used for timber packaging to enhance the quality of packaging.

Attributes Details
Market Size (2022) USD 445.4 million
Market Size (2023) USD 464.8 million
Sales Forecast (2033) USD 714.2 million
Global Market Growth Rate (2023 to 2033) 4.3% CAGR
Share of Top 5 Timber Wrap Film Manufacturers 55%

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How the Timber Wrap Films Market Progressed till June 2022?

Particulars Details
H1 2021 4.1%
H1 2022 Projected 4.3%
H1 2022 Expected 4.4%
BPS Change - H1, 2022 (O) – H1, 2022 (P) (+) 10 ↑
BPS Change - H1, 2022 (O) - H1, 2021 (+) 30 ↑

Future Market Insights predict a comparison and review analysis of the dynamics of the market, which is principally subjected to an array of industry factors. Moreover, a few definite influences concerning fluctuating prices of raw materials may further limit the growth of the timber wrap market.

The overall market is expected to surge by 30 basis share points (BPS) in H1-2022 (O) against comparison with H1-2021, according to an FMI analysis. However, when comparing the H1-2022 projected and H1-2022 outlook period, a rise in BPS change by 10 BPS has been noticed.

Historical Analysis from 2018 to 2022 Compared to Market Outlook for 2023 to 2033

High-strength Timber Wrap Films to Observe Sustained Traction in End-use Industries

According to the previous market survey reports, the net worth of all timber wrap films sold in the year 2018 was around USD 380.3 million. The global timber wrap films market witnessed a growth rate of 3.7% over the historical period of 2018 to 2022.

Globalization has led to the growth of imports and exports around the world including the exchange of forest and wood products. This has resulted in immensive supply chains of timber and the increased role of logistics in the transportation of such timbers. In line with this advancement, companies are adopting flexible packaging to optimize their packaging systems for efficient and effective delivery. The pandemic had a huge impact on participants in the timber wrap films industry, as the production work, facilities, and other activities were shut down.

With very high consumption of wood across the globe, growth prospects for the wrap films market are expected to rise in the coming days. Key features of timber wraps such as cost efficiency and high barrier characteristics have proved beneficial for the export and import of timber to facilitate convenient and efficient delivery.

Based on the aforementioned factors, the global timber wrap films market is projected to expand at 4.3% CAGR from 2023 to 2033.

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Country-wise Analysis

Housing Sector in the United States is Upholding the Development of Suitable Packaging Films including Timber Wrap Films

Regional Market Attributes Details
The United States Timber Wrap Films Market Size in 2023 USD 132.9 million
The United States Timber Wrap Films Market Size in 2033 USD 183.9 million
The United States Timber Wrap Films Market CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.3%

Demand for wood in the United States was high last year and the same scenario is expected to be witnessed in the current year due to the high demand created by the housing sector. This prominent factor is expected to drive the growth of the timber wrap films market in the United States over the coming years.

Regional Market Attributes Details
Canada Timber Wrap Films Market Size in 2023 USD 15.6 million
Canada Timber Wrap Films Market Size in 2033 USD 22.9 million
Canada Timber Wrap Films Market CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.9%

On the other hand, the demand for timber wrap films in Canada is growing at a significant rate than in the United States. Key players operating in the suitable packaging films industry maintain a strategic focus on the country due to the high penetration of associated products in the country.

Strong Industrial Sector in Europe is Driving Demand for Building Materials, including Timber Wrap Films

Regional Market Attributes Details
Europe Timber Wrap Films Market Size in 2023 USD 142.1 million
Europe Timber Wrap Films Market Size in 2033 USD 206.3 million
Europe Timber Wrap Films Market CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.8%

Europe’s regional market accounted for over 30.3% of the global market share in 2022. This is primarily owing to the vast amount of consumers in the countries like Germany, Spain, and the United Kingdom.

Lumber is widely employed in building materials, shops, furniture, and decorative things. In addition, the widespread use of modern packaging equipment has made the regional market more competitive.

Emergence of Innovative Packaging Systems is Fueling the Market Size in China and Other Asia Pacific Countries

Regional Market Attributes Details
East Asia Market Size in 2023 USD 68.4 million
East Asia Market Size in 2033 USD 119 million
East Asia Market CAGR (2023 to 2033) 5.7%

China timber wrap films market holds a notable value share in the global market due to recent innovations in packaging systems. Demand for building materials is also getting driven by the construction industry in China, which is likely to maintain its dominance over the forecast period.

Regional Market Attributes Details
South Asia Market Size in 2023 USD 45.8 million
South Asia Market Size in 2033 USD 82.8 million
South Asia Market CAGR (2023 to 2033) 6.1%

The regional market in India presents a huge potential for the growth of timber wrap film manufacturers as per the market report. The focus of the government on infrastructure development and increasing new construction activities is boosting the demand for various timber-based products.

Category-wise Insights

76 to 150 Micron Timber Wrap Films Category is expected to See High Traction in the Coming Days

Market Segments by Thickness Up to 75 Micron
Value in 2023 USD 45.6 million
CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.2%
Market Segments by Thickness 76 to150 Micron
Value in 2023 USD 215.1 million
CAGR (2023 to 2033) 5%
Market Segments by Thickness 151 to 225 Micron
Value in 2023 USD 134 million
CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.9%
Market Segments by Thickness Above 225 Micron
Value in 2023 USD 70 million
CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.6%

Based on thickness, the 76 to 150 microns timber wrap films are expected to dominate the global market for some more years ahead. Timber wrap films with this thickness have high-temperature stability and have a high preference among end users owing to their anti-static and flame-retardant properties.

76 to 150 microns timber wrap films segment is anticipated to be followed by the 151 to 225 microns segment during the coming decade.

Polyethylene Materials Continue to See High Adoption as an Effective Solution for Timber Wrap Solutions

Market Segments by Material Type Polythene (PE)
Value in 2023 USD 392 million
CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.9%
Market Segments by Material Type HDPE
Value in 2023 USD 250.5 million
CAGR (2023 to 2033) 4.1%
Market Segments by Material Type LDPE
Value in 2023 USD 141.5 million
CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.4%
Market Segments by Material Type Polypropylene (PP)
Value in 2023 USD 72.8 million
CAGR (2023 to 2033) 3.2%

Polyethylene may remain the preferred material for timber wrap film manufacturing, with HDPE preferred over LDPE, due to its unmatched resistance to temperature and humidity. Timber manufacturers primarily utilize HDPE or high-density polyethylene wrap films for packing and to protect their products from dirt, humidity, and pests.

LDPE is a low-density polyethylene that has a thinner layer than HDPE, making it more flexible than its counterpart. Because it has low strength properties than HDPE wraps, it is typically used where there should not be a lot of strain on the film.

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Printable Wrap Films are the New Demand upon Which Market Players are Competing Over

The focus of leading stakeholders in the timber wrap films market on strategic expansion through independent sales partners is a key strategy observed in the sector. In addition to this, the acquisition of small-scale firms for increasing their subsidiaries continues to sustain the moderate growth of the market.

The constant search of timber product manufacturers for high-quality and printable wrap film solutions has led to innovations in films as well as secondary packaging equipment.

Moreover, because key players are applying automation to increase their production capacity, the market is likely to expand over the coming years.

Research and development investments for novel and value-added offerings such as non-woven and UV-stabilized timber wrap films might also remain a key growth sustenance aspect. For instance, Pakaflex Pty Ltd. introduced the Enduratuff timber wrap range, which is tough and has enhanced anti-sweating performance.

Timber Wrap Films Industry Report Scope

Attribute Details
Forecast Period 2023 to 2033
Historical Data Available for 2018 to 2022
Market Analysis Value in USD million
Key Regions Covered North America; Latin America; Europe; East Asia; South Asia & Pacific; The Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Key Countries Covered The United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Germany, Italy, France, The United Kingdom, Nordic, Spain, Japan, China, Thailand, Australia, GCC Countries, South Africa, Turkey
Key Market Segments Covered Thickness, Material Type, Region
Key Companies Profiled RKW SE; Ab Rani Plast Oy.; Polytarp Products; SCOTT Lumber Packaging, LLC; InterWrap Inc.; Flexpak Corp.; Inteplast Group; Multifab Packaging; Polymax, Inc.; Polyprint Packaging Limited; Pakaflex Pty Limited; Tri Pac Inc.; Intertape Polymer Group Inc.
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Key Segments

by Thickness:

  • Up to 75 Micron
  • 76 to150 Micron
  • 151 to 225 Micron
  • Above 225 Micron

by Material Type:

  • Polyethylene (PE)
    • High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
    • Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
  • Polypropylene (PP)

by Region:

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the market’s historical performance?

The market witnessed a growth rate of 3.7% historically. 

What are key trends in the market?

Innovation and eco-friendly wrapping films are key trends.

What is the CAGR from 2023 to 2033?

A CAGR of 4.3% is expected from 2023 to 2033.

What will be the market value in 2033?

The market is expected to reach USD 714.2 million by 2033. 

What is the top 5 countries' market share?

Top 5 countries' market share is 55% 

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 Thickness
		5.1. Up to 75 Micron
		5.2. 76-150 Micron
		5.3. 151-225 Micron
		5.4. Above 225 Micron
	6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Material Type
		6.1. Polyethylene (PE)
			6.1.1. High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
			6.1.2. Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
		6.2. Polypropylene (PP)
	7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region
		7.1. North America
		7.2. Latin America
		7.3. Europe
		7.4. Asia Pacific
		7.5. MEA
	8. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	9. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	10. Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	11. Asia Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	12. MEA Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country
	13. Key Countries Market Analysis
	14. Market Structure Analysis
	15. Competition Analysis
		15.1. RKW SE
		15.2. Ab Rani Plast Oy.
		15.3. Polytarp Products
		15.4. SCOTT Lumber Packaging, LLC
		15.5. InterWrap Inc.
		15.6. Flexpak Corp.
		15.7. Inteplast Group
		15.8. Multifab Packaging
		15.9. Polymax, Inc.
		15.10. Polyprint Packaging Limited
		15.11. Pakaflex Pty Limited
		15.12. Tri Pac Inc.
		15.13. Intertape Polymer Group Inc.
	16. Assumptions & Acronyms Used
	17. Research Methodology
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