Product Code: PM3677
The global envelope market size is expected to reach USD 2.54 billion by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "Envelope Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Material Type (Paper Envelope, Plastic Envelope); By Thickness; By End-use (Postal Services, Logistics & Shipping, E-commerce, Institutional); By Region; Segment Forecast, 2023 - 2032" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
Growing innovations in the industry is driving the growth of market. The introduction of Sonoco's EnviroFlex Paper ULT 1.0, a high barrier paper-based structure, and its recognition by the How2Recycle & "Fibre Box Association's Voluntary Standard for Repulping and Recycling" is driving the market forward. This innovative packaging solution offers superior protection against oxygen, moisture, and grease, making it ideal for preserving perishable items.
The recognition of this packaging solution for its recyclability further aligns with the increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging options. Sonoco's commitment to developing innovative and sustainable packaging solutions not only meets consumer expectations but also drives the growth of the global market by providing manufacturers with advanced and environmentally conscious packaging choices.
The growing demand for sustainable packaging is fueling the growth of the envelope market. As consumers and businesses become increasingly conscious of environmental concerns, there is a strong emphasis on using packaging materials that are eco-friendly and sustainable. The increasing demand for sustainable packaging, which has reached an impressive 81%, is a key driver behind the growth of the market. As more consumers and businesses prioritize environmental considerations, there is a greater need for packaging solutions that are eco-friendly and minimize their carbon footprint.
This surge in demand for sustainable packaging options has prompted envelope manufacturers to develop innovative and environmentally conscious products. These may include envelopes made from recycled materials, biodegradable options, and packaging solutions that utilize energy-efficient production processes. The growing emphasis on sustainability in packaging is propelling the expansion of the envelope market, as manufacturers strive to meet the rising demand for eco-friendly solutions.
Envelope Market Report Highlights
Paper Envelope segment is anticipated to witness faster growth in the coming years due to its eco-friendliness, versatility, and professional appearance.
75 to 100 GSM segment accounted for the larger market share owing to the versatility and wide range of applications of envelopes,
E-commerce segment is projected to experience a larger revenue share due to the increased shipping volumes, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency.
Asia Pacific projected to register a higher growth rate in the study period owing to the growing demand for packaging material.
Europe is expected to grow larger revenue share owing to the increasing demand for the envelope industry.
The global players include: International Paper, Bong AB, Mondi, Cenveo, Sealed Air, UPM-Kymmene, Smurfit Kappa, Coveris Holdings, Fuji Seal International, 3M Company, Neenah, Ennis, Macfarlane, Blake Envelopes, Supremex, Glatfelter, Novolex, Sappi, Wausau Paper & ProAmpac.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the envelope market report based on material type, thickness, end-use and region:
Envelope, Material Type Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
- Paper Envelope
- Plastic Envelope
Envelope, Thickness Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
- Less than 75 GSM
- 75 to 100 GSM
- 101 to 150 GSM
- Above 150 GSM
Envelope, End-use Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
- Postal Services
- Logistics & Shipping
- E-commerce
- Institutional
Envelope, Regional Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Netherlands
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Latin America
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Israel
- South Africa
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
- 1.1. Report Description
- 1.1.1. Objectives of the Study
- 1.1.2. Market Scope
- 1.1.3. Assumptions
- 1.2. Stakeholders
2. Executive Summary
3. Research Methodology
- 3.1. Overview
- 3.2. Data Sources
- 3.2.1. Primary Sources
- 3.2.2. Secondary Sources
4. Global Envelope Market Insights
- 4.1. Envelope Market - End-use Snapshot
- 4.2. Envelope Market Dynamics
- 4.2.1. Drivers and Opportunities
- 4.2.1.1. Increasing demand from shipping industry
- 4.2.1.2. Growing research and development activities to develop advanced plastics also accelerate the market
- 4.2.2. Restraints and Challenges
- 4.2.2.1. increase in the use of digital payment systems like net banking and e-wallets for money transfers
- 4.3. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers (Moderate)
- 4.3.2. Threats of New Entrants: (Low)
- 4.3.3. Bargaining Power of Buyers (Moderate)
- 4.3.4. Threat of Substitute (Moderate)
- 4.3.5. Rivalry among existing firms (High)
- 4.4. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.5. Envelope Market End-use Trends
- 4.6. Value Chain Analysis
- 4.7. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
5. Global Envelope Market, by Material Type
- 5.1. Key Findings
- 5.2. Introduction
- 5.2.1. Global Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 5.3. Paper Envelope
- 5.3.1. Global Envelope Market, by Paper Envelope, by Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 5.4. Plastic Envelope
- 5.4.1. Global Envelope Market, by Process Waste, by Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
6. Global Envelope Market, by Thickness
- 6.1. Key Findings
- 6.2. Introduction
- 6.2.1. Global Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 6.3. Less than 75 GSM
- 6.3.1. Global Envelope Market, by Less than 75 GSM, by Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 6.4. 75 to 100 GSM
- 6.4.1. Global Envelope Market, by 75 to 100 GSM, by Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 6.5. 101 to 150 GSM
- 6.5.1. Global Envelope Market, by 101 to 150 GSM, by Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 6.6. Above 150 GSM
- 6.6.1. Global Envelope Market, by Above 150 GSM, by Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
7. Global Envelope Market, by End-use
- 7.1. Key Findings
- 7.2. Introduction
- 7.2.1. Global Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 7.3. Postal Services
- 7.3.1. Global Envelope Market, by Postal Services, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.2. Logistics & Shipping
- 7.3.2.1. Global Envelope Market, by Logistics & Shipping, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.3. E-commerce
- 7.3.3.1. Global Envelope Market, by E-commerce, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.4. Institutional
- 7.3.4.1. Global Envelope Market, by Institutional, By Region, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
8. Global Envelope Market, by Geography
- 8.1. Key findings
- 8.2. Introduction
- 8.2.1. Envelope Market Assessment, By Geography, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3. Envelope Market - North America
- 8.3.1. North America: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3.2. North America: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3.3. North America: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3.4. Envelope Market - U.S.
- 8.3.4.1. U.S.: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3.4.2. U.S.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3.4.3. U.S.: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3.5. Envelope Market - Canada
- 8.3.5.1. Canada: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3.5.2. Canada.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.3.5.3. Canada: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4. Envelope Market - Europe
- 8.4.1. Europe: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.2. Europe.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.3. Europe: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.4. Envelope Market - UK
- 8.4.4.1. UK: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.4.2. UK.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.4.3. UK: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.5. Envelope Market - France
- 8.4.5.1. France: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.5.2. France.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.5.3. France: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.6. Envelope Market - Germany
- 8.4.6.1. Germany: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.6.2. Germany.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.6.3. Germany: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.7. Envelope Market - Italy
- 8.4.7.1. Italy: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.7.2. Italy.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.7.3. Italy: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.8. Envelope Market - Spain
- 8.4.8.1. Spain: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.8.2. Spain.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.8.3. Spain: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.9. Envelope Market - Netherlands
- 8.4.9.1. Netherlands: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.9.2. Netherlands.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.9.3. Netherlands: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.10. Envelope Market - Russia
- 8.4.10.1. Russia: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.10.2. Russia.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.4.10.3. Russia: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5. Envelope Market - Asia Pacific
- 8.5.1. Asia Pacific: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.2. Asia Pacific.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.3. Asia Pacific: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.4. Envelope Market - China
- 8.5.4.1. China: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.4.2. China.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.4.3. China: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.5. Envelope Market - India
- 8.5.5.1. India: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.5.2. India.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.5.3. India: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.6. Envelope Market - Malaysia
- 8.5.6.1. Malaysia: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.6.2. Malaysia.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.6.3. Malaysia: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.7. Envelope Market - Japan
- 8.5.7.1. Japan: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.7.2. Japan.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.7.3. Japan: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.8. Envelope Market - Indonesia
- 8.5.8.1. Indonesia: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.8.2. Indonesia.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.8.3. Indonesia: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.9. Envelope Market - South Korea
- 8.5.9.1. South Korea: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.9.2. South Korea.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.5.9.3. South Korea: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6. Envelope Market - Middle East & Africa
- 8.6.1. Middle East & Africa: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.2. Middle East & Africa.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.3. Middle East & Africa: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.4. Envelope Market - Saudi Arabia
- 8.6.4.1. Saudi Arabia: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.4.2. Saudi Arabia.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.4.3. Saudi Arabia: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.5. Envelope Market - UAE
- 8.6.5.1. UAE: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.5.2. UAE.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.5.3. UAE: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.6. Envelope Market - Israel
- 8.6.6.1. Israel: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.6.2. Israel.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.6.3. Israel: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.7. Envelope Market - South Africa
- 8.6.7.1. South Africa: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.7.2. South Africa.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.6.7.3. South Africa: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7. Envelope Market - Latin America
- 8.7.1. Latin America: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.2. Latin America.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.3. Latin America: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.4. Envelope Market - Mexico
- 8.7.4.1. Mexico: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.4.2. Mexico.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.4.3. Mexico: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.5. Envelope Market - Brazil
- 8.7.5.1. Brazil: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.5.2. Brazil.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.5.3. Brazil: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.6. Envelope Market - Argentina
- 8.7.6.1. Argentina: Envelope Market, by Material Type , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.6.2. Argentina.: Envelope Market, by End-use, 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
- 8.7.6.3. Argentina: Envelope Market, by Thickness , 2019-2032 (USD Billion)
9. Competitive Landscape
- 9.1. Expansion and Acquisition Analysis
- 9.1.1. Expansion
- 9.1.2. Acquisitions
- 9.2. Partnerships/Collaborations/Agreements/Exhibitions
10. Company Profiles
- 10.1. 3M Company
- 10.1.1. Company Overview
- 10.1.2. Financial Performance
- 10.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.1.4. Recent Development
- 10.2. Blake Envelopes
- 10.2.1. Company Overview
- 10.2.2. Financial Performance
- 10.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.2.4. Recent Development
- 10.3. Bong
- 10.3.1. Company Overview
- 10.3.2. Financial Performance
- 10.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.3.4. Recent Development
- 10.4. Cenveo
- 10.4.1. Company Overview
- 10.4.2. Financial Performance
- 10.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.4.4. Recent Development
- 10.5. Coveris Holdings
- 10.5.1. Company Overview
- 10.5.2. Financial Performance
- 10.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.5.4. Recent Development
- 10.6. Ennis
- 10.6.1. Company Overview
- 10.6.2. Financial Performance
- 10.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.6.4. Recent Development
- 10.7. Fuji Seal International
- 10.7.1. Company Overview
- 10.7.2. Financial Performance
- 10.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.7.4. Recent Development
- 10.8. Glatfelter
- 10.8.1. Company Overview
- 10.8.2. Financial Performance
- 10.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.8.4. Recent Development
- 10.9. International Paper
- 10.9.1. Company Overview
- 10.9.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.4. Recent Development
- 10.10. Macfarlane
- 10.10.1. Company Overview
- 10.10.2. Financial Performance
- 10.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.10.4. Recent Development
- 10.11. Mondi
- 10.11.1. Company Overview
- 10.11.2. Financial Performance
- 10.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.11.4. Recent Development
- 10.12. Neenah
- 10.12.1. Company Overview
- 10.12.2. Financial Performance
- 10.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.12.4. Recent Development
- 10.13. Novolex
- 10.13.1. Company Overview
- 10.13.2. Financial Performance
- 10.13.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.13.4. Recent Development
- 10.14. ProAmpac
- 10.14.1. Company Overview
- 10.14.2. Financial Performance
- 10.14.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.14.4. Recent Development
- 10.15. Sappi
- 10.15.1. Company Overview
- 10.15.2. Financial Performance
- 10.15.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.15.4. Recent Development
- 10.16. Sealed Air
- 10.16.1. Company Overview
- 10.16.2. Financial Performance
- 10.16.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.16.4. Recent Development
- 10.17. Smurfit Kappa
- 10.17.1. Company Overview
- 10.17.2. Financial Performance
- 10.17.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.17.4. Recent Development
- 10.18. Supremex
- 10.18.1. Company Overview
- 10.18.2. Financial Performance
- 10.18.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.18.4. Recent Development
- 10.19. UPM-Kymmene
- 10.19.1. Company Overview
- 10.19.2. Financial Performance
- 10.19.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.19.4. Recent Development
- 10.20. Wausau Paper
- 10.20.1. Company Overview
- 10.20.2. Financial Performance
- 10.20.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.20.4. Recent Development