Middle East Flexible Packaging Market To Reach $11.28 Billion By 2033

Middle East Flexible Packaging Market Growth & Trends

The Middle East flexible packaging market size is anticipated to reach USD 11.28 billion by 2033 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The Middle East’s rapidly expanding food and beverage sector is a primary driver of flexible packaging demand. With rising populations, urbanization, and increasing disposable incomes, consumers are leaning toward packaged food, ready-to-eat meals, and on-the-go snacks. For example, the UAE and Saudi Arabia are experiencing a surge in demand for packaged dairy, confectionery, and frozen foods, which is pushing companies like Almarai and Nestlé Middle East to adopt more flexible packaging solutions for efficiency and cost savings.

E-commerce growth across the Middle East, particularly in countries such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, is significantly influencing packaging trends. Flexible packaging is being widely used for lightweight shipping materials, pouches, and resealable bags due to its durability and cost-effectiveness compared to rigid alternatives. According to Dubai Chamber of Commerce, online grocery and meal delivery services have seen double-digit growth, further boosting the need for protective and attractive flexible packaging. Retail chains such as Carrefour and Lulu Hypermarket are also increasingly preferring flexible packaging for private label products to enhance consumer convenience and reduce costs.

Environmental concerns and regulatory efforts are pushing industries in the Middle East toward sustainable packaging solutions, making recyclable and bio-based flexible packaging more attractive. Governments in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman are implementing bans or restrictions on single-use plastics, encouraging the shift to eco-friendly alternatives. This has prompted companies such as Hotpack Packaging and Napco National to innovate in compostable and recyclable flexible packaging materials.

Flexible packaging is gaining traction due to its lower production, storage, and transportation costs compared to rigid packaging formats. Its lightweight nature reduces shipping costs, while innovations in barrier films and digital printing enhance shelf appeal and product safety. Advanced packaging technologies such as smart pouches with QR codes or tamper-evident seals are also finding applications in the pharmaceutical and personal care sectors in the Middle East. Multinational players such as Mondi and UFlex Limited are investing in the region to provide technologically advanced flexible packaging solutions, enabling local businesses to benefit from global expertise and competitive pricing.

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Middle East Flexible Packaging Market Report Highlights

• In 2024, the plastic segment accounted for the largest share of market revenue, contributing over 63.0%.

• The bioplastics segment is anticipated to witness the fastest growth, with a projected CAGR of 5.6% over the forecast period.

• The pouches segment held the leading market share at more than 40.0% in 2024 and is expected to expand at the highest CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period.

• The food industry emerged as the dominant application area, representing over 60% of the total market share.

• The pharmaceuticals & healthcare segment is forecasted to register the fastest growth, with a CAGR of 5.9% throughout the projection period.

Middle East Flexible Packaging Market Segmentation

For this report, Grand View Research has segmented the Middle East flexible packaging market based on material, product, application, and country:

Middle East Flexible Packaging Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Plastics

  • Polyethylene (PE)

  • Polypropylene (PP)

  • Polyamide (PA)

  • Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

  • Polystyrene (PS)

  • Others

• Paper

• Metal

• Bioplastics

Middle East Flexible Packaging Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Bags

• Pouches

  • Retort Pouches

  • Refill Pouches

• Rollstock

• Films & Wraps

• Others

Middle East Flexible Packaging Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Food

• Beverages

• Pharmaceutical & Healthcare

• Personal Care & Cosmetics

• Others

Middle East Flexible Packaging Country Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• UAE

• Saudi Arabia

• Oman

• Kuwait

• Qatar

• Bahrain

• Israel

• Turkey

List of Middle East Flexible Packaging Market

• Huhtamaki

• Mondi

• Napco National

• ENPI Group

• Flex Films UAE

• Hotpack Packaging Industries LLC

• Silver Corner Packaging

• Bony Packaging

• ZamZam Packaging Mat. Ind. LLC

• Universal Carton Industries LLC

• RAK PACKAGING COMPANY LTD

• Takamul Industrial Company