Global Linerless Labels Market Poised for Significant Growth, Projected to Reach USD 3.2 Billion ...

Sustainability Gains Significance! E-commerce Enterprises Deploy Linerless Labels for Eco-friendly Packaging Delivery. Explore Key Points Influencing the Market in USA, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Korea, and more. Sustainability Gains Significance! E-com…
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The Future of Packaging: Linerless Labels

Growing Market Demand

The linerless labels market is poised for substantial growth, with its market size projected to increase from an estimated USD 2.1 billion in 2025 to a remarkable USD 3.2 billion by 2035. This represents a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2% during the forecast period of 2025–2035.

Driving Factors

  • Cost-effectiveness due to reduced material usage
  • Increasing demand for eco-friendly, biodegradable, and flexible labelling and packaging
  • Sustainability initiatives and regulatory pressures to reduce waste
  • Convenience and space optimization, carrying more volume on rolls of the same diameter

Key Industry Trends

  • Growth in e-commerce and logistics applications, where linerless labels provide efficient packaging solutions
  • Use of appealing and food-safe labels, emphasizing the importance of branding
  • Expansion of linerless label use in the flexible packaging industry and emerging nations

Market Segmentation

By Printing Technology

  • Flexo Printing expected to dominate due to its efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and versatility

By End-user

  • Food and Beverage industry expected to be the largest segment, driven by the demand for on-the-go packaging

Expert Quote: "With increasing regulatory pressures for sustainability and rising consumer demand for eco-friendly products, linerless labels are becoming a preferred choice for many businesses seeking cost-efficient and environmentally conscious labeling solutions. The market's growth trajectory is supported by advancements in adhesive technology and improvements in label printing capabilities, which offer companies more versatility and greater operational efficiencies." – Ismail Sutaria, Lead Consultant at Future Market Insights (FMI)

Regional Insights

  • North America to maintain its position as the largest market due to the presence of key industries and early adoption of sustainable packaging solutions.
  • Asia-Pacific is set to experience the highest growth rate, driven by rapid expansion in the retail and food & beverage sectors in countries like China and India.

Key Market Players

  • Zebra Technologies Corp.
  • SATO Holdings Corporation
  • Coveris
  • Ravenwood Packaging
  • Yupo Corporation
  • Avery Dennison Corporation
  • UPM Raflatac
  • Innovia Films