Insight by Abdul Wasay, Chief Operating Officer at The Business Research Company In response to fluctuating tariffs and geopolitical trade developments, the Edible Films And Coatings Market Outlook 2025 analyses how businesses are adapting through supply chain diversification and strategic sourcing.
The market size of edible films and coatings has experienced substantial growth lately. In 2024, the market was valued at $3.44 billion and this is expected to increase to $3.65 billion in 2025. This indicates a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0%.
In 2029, the market size for edible films and coatings is projected to be $5.3 billion, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%.
Download the Free Sample Now:The key Drivers in the edible films and coatings market are:
• Surge in global sales of fruits and vegetables
• Role of edible films and coatings in extending shelf life of produce
• Eco-friendly nature of edible films and coatings
• Increase in sales of organic fresh produce worldwide
The edible films and coatingsmarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Ingredient Type: Protein, Polysaccharides, Lipids, Composites
2) By Application: Dairy products, Bakery and Confectionery, Fruits and Vegetables, Meat, Poultry, and Seafood, Other Applications
3) By End-User: Food and Beverage, Pharmaceuticals
The key trends in the edible films and coatings market are:
• There is an increasing trend toward the development of plant-based edible films and coatings.
• Companies are enhancing food preservation and shelf-life through innovative solutions.
• There is a growing demand for sustainable and healthier packaging options.
• The initiative to combat food waste is becoming a major influence in the market.
The key players in the edible films and coatings market are:
• Tate & Lyle PLC
• DuPont de Nemours Inc.
• Döhler GmbH
• Royal DSM N.V.
• Cargill Inc.
• Ingredion Incorporated
• Watson Inc.
• Kerry Group plc
• Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
• JRF Technology LLC
• BluWrap Inc.
• CP Kelco India Pvt Ltd.
• Nagase & Co. Ltd.
• Food Machinery and Chemical Corporation (FMC Corporation)
• MonoSol LLC
• Lactips S.A.
• Pace International LLC
• Sufresca
• AgroFresh Solutions Inc.
• Akorn Technology Inc.
• Badische Anilin- & Soda-Fabrik (BASF) SE
• Graphic Packaging International LLC
North America was the largest region in the edible films and coatings market in 2024