Even before the global pandemic, increasing direct shipment demands were changing the shipping and packaging industry. However, with the heightened growth of e-commerce directly attributed to COVID-19, the shipping industry is processing and delivering an ever-increasing volume of heavier, bulkier, and more valuable packages—including food, beverages, and electronics—directly to the doorsteps of consumers and businesses.

It shouldn’t surprise anyone that the adhesive requirements for labels in the medical and pharmaceutical industry are diverse and demanding. With applications ranging from over-the-counter medications and nutraceuticals to blood bags and syringes, the process of matching adhesive to end use in this highly regulated industry is more involved than in almost any other segment.

The global lamination adhesives for flexible packaging market is projected to surpass $2.6 billion by the end of 2027, growing at a CAGR of 6.6% from 2020-2027.

Two of the biggest challenges facing the global adhesives and sealants market today are meeting consumer preferences for sustainable packaging and aligning with the industry’s increasing regulatory demands, especially when it comes to food applications.

The reusable protective packaging market has grown in recent years. Not only do businesses want to safely distribute products throughout the supply chain, they want to do so in an environmentally friendly and sustainable way.