E-commerce packaging market forecast to reach $114.33b by 2030

APAC will lead the growth as boxes dominate product demand.

The global e-commerce packaging market is projected to reach $114.33b by 2030, up from $79.83b in 2025, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.45%, according to MarketsandMarkets. 

The firm attributes the expansion to rising online sales and increasing demand from food and beverage e-commerce.

Asia-Pacific (APAC) is set to record an 8.24% CAGR during the forecast period, making it the fastest-growing region, according to the report. Boxes remain the largest product type segment, supported by demand for flexible and secure shipping formats across multiple end-use categories.

Corrugated boards held a 60% market share in 2024, making it the largest material segment. Paper and paperboard ranked as the second-largest material segment, supported by demand for lightweight packaging applications, according to the report.

Food and beverage emerged as the fastest-growing end-use segment in 2024 as consumers increased online grocery and prepared-food purchases. North America ranked as the second-largest market in 2024, supported by established online retail infrastructure and high digital shopping penetration.