Smart Packaging and Eco-Driven Startups Lead the Way

Published: Aug 2025

Packaging market was valued at $104.3 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $306.7 billion in 2035, growing at a CAGR of 10.4% during the forecast period (2025-2035). Innovations in smart packaging are transforming how firms communicate with customers as technology develops. Some of the most notable advancements in smart packaging include Smart labels with sensors and RFID technology to track products in real-time with up-to-date information. Plus, refrigerant-enabled packaging helps keep food at just the right temperature so it stays fresh. These anti-counterfeit features help prevent counterfeiting, therefore reinforcing product security and safeguarding the brand image. 

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For instance, refrigerant-infused packaging solution Indiwrap was created by Tessol, a cold chain logistics company.  Indiwrap, which is flexible and resembles bubble wrap, can hold 50ml to 200ml items.  It can regulate the temperature to -11°C, -3°C, and 0°C, which makes it appropriate for products like chocolates, ice creams, meats, fruits, and pharmaceuticals.  Indiwrap has sold about 1.5 million pieces every month in Mumbai and Pune since its start. 

Startups Driving the Shift to Sustainable Food Packaging in India

Traditionally, plastic has always been one of the go-to materials for food packaging. However, its extensive use created an environmental impact, turning it into a global concern. In response, many packaging startup companies are trying to source high-quality sustainable raw materials as a replacement for plastics. The ventures are collaborating with restaurants and cafes all over the country to introduce sustainable packaging alternatives. For instance, Pepcom India has replaced over 6 million plastic containers with eco-friendly packaging, saved 200 tonnes of waste, and crossed Rs 2 crore in revenue. 

The company has successfully established partnerships with over 70 restaurants nationwide, including well-known names like Wow China, Rang De Basanti Dhaba, and Shanghai in Kolkata. Their packaging solutions are now available in Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, and the state of Gujarat, in addition to Kolkata. Partnerships with well-known culinary businesses like Biryani By Kilo, EasyBites in Bengaluru, Tamari in Mumbai, and Gajanand Pauva House in Gujarat are part of their pan-India reach.

Market Coverage

The market number available for – 2024-2035

Base year- 2024

Forecast period- 2025-2035

Segment Covered- 

o By Material Type

o Packaging Type

o End-User Industry

Competitive Landscape - UFlex Ltd., TCPL Packaging Ltd., Hindusthan National Glass & Industries Ltd. (HNGIL), Gerresheimer AG, EPL Ltd., among others.

Key questions addressed by the report.

  • What is the market growth rate?
  • Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?
  • Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?
  • Who is the leader in the market?
  • How are players addressing challenges to sustain growth?
  • Where is the investment opportunity?

India Packaging Market Report Segment

By Material Type

  • Plastic 
  • Paper & Paperboard
  • Glass
  • Metal 
  • Others (Textiles, Wood)

By Packaging Type

  • Flexible Packaging
  • Rigid Packaging
  • Semi-Rigid Packaging

End-User

  • Food & Beverage
  • Pharmaceutical & Healthcare
  • Industrial 
  • Cosmetics and Personal Care 
  • Electronics
  • Other (Automotive,  Tobacco, and Vaping)


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