Aluminum Foil Market: Global Industry Forecast (2022-2029) by Type, Form, Product, Application, End-User, and Region

Aluminum Foil Market size was valued at USD 25.66 Bn. in 2021 and the total Aluminum Foil revenue is expected to grow by 6.5% from 2022 to 2029, reaching nearly USD 42.47 Bn.
Aluminum Foil Market Overview:
Aluminum Foil is a lightweight metal-based material that may be quickly molded for cooking, wrapping, covering or lining procedures for preparing or storing meals. It is a multipurpose tool that is often used for a variety of home duties, the majority of which are linked to food preparation. Because it is made of metal, it functions as an efficient vapor barrier, keeping liquids and drippings off pan surfaces. When used to wrap meals for chilling or freezing, it performs extremely well at minimizing the transmission of moisture, smells, and vapor if the material is firmly wrapped around the food. To avoid freezer burn, first, cover the food in plastic wrap and then use foil securely wrapped around the plastic to keep out the oxygen.

Foil can be used to make foods, such as cookies, and crisper on the bottom. Cookie dough baked on foil-lined baking pans coated with cooking spray before placing the dough on the sheet has a crisper bottom. As the cookie bakes, the dough expands slightly and the biscuit becomes crunchier as the temperatures rise on the foil lying on the bottom of the cookie.

The increased demand for ready-to-eat foods due to the large working-class section is also crucial to the growth of the aluminum foil business since aluminum foils are increasingly used in food packaging due to their non-toxicity. Because of the rising demand for lithium ions, the usage of aluminum foil as a sealing material in lithium-ion batteries is further stimulating market growth. Besides that, the use of aluminum over plastic due to safety concerns and higher quality is resulting in the industry's incremental development.To know about the Research Methodology :- Request Free Sample Report
Aluminum Foil Market Dynamics:
Aluminum foil is used as an insulation and vapor barrier in the construction industry

Insulation is one of the most important sectors of use for aluminum foil. It is used as a heat-insulating layer for pipe and duct insulation, for example. Aluminum foil bonded with scrim provides excellent heat insulation for pipes. Aluminum foil bonded with scrim provides excellent heat insulation for pipes. Aluminum foil is also utilized as a top layer for insulating materials such as stone wool, foam insulation panels, and lamellar mats in the construction sector. The film, as a vapor barrier, guarantees that no water vapor penetrates the insulating material, preventing mold growth and moisture damage.

In addition to the vapor barrier feature, aluminum foils reflect roughly 96% of radiant heat and are thus ideal for thermal insulation. They may also be readily bent or coated with a protective lacquer, expanding their range of applications. Aluminum foils for insulation are available in both dense and perforated varieties. The thick insulation is particularly useful when a vapor barrier is required, such as on basement walls or saunas.

Rising usage of Aluminum Foil in the Food Industry

Aluminum foil is an important laminate material that is widely used in the food packaging industry. Its resistance to moisture, oxygen, and other gas sedimentation, and light exposure is often superior to that of any plastic laminated material. The rising demand for food and drinks from online grocery stores is a primary driver of the Aluminum Foil Market. Aluminum's flexibility makes it an attractive material for packaging purposes. Aluminum foil has the attributes of strength, lightweight, portability, and flexibility, and it may be molded into the desired shape. It also safeguards the goods against moisture and sunlight. The aluminum foil packaging industry grew significantly during the COVID19 crisis, owing to increased demand for ready-to-eat goods. Because of its ease of availability, the aluminum foil packaging industry is rapidly increasing.

Increasing Demand for Aluminum Foils from Pharmaceuticals Industry

As people become more aware of environmental concerns, they use more sustainable materials, such as aluminum foil, in the pharmaceutical sector. Aluminum foil is mostly used for medicine packaging because it may preserve pharmaceuticals and keep them from being polluted by water vapor or oxygen, preventing them from degrading during storage or transit. Aluminum foil is extensively used in all countries since it does not react with medicines during storage or transit and has the advantages of high efficiency, extended life span, and low cost. The aluminum packaging is chemically and corrosion resistant. It is also sanitary and non-toxic, which is expected to drive growth in the Aluminum Foil Packaging Market in the Pharmaceutical sector.
Aluminum Foil Market Segment Analysis:
By End-User, the Packaging segment held the largest market share and dominated the market in 2021 and is expected to continue its dominance at the end of the forecast period. A major shift from plastic packaging to sustainable packaging choices is expected to boost the growth of the market. The growing prevalence of fast food establishments and a subsequent increasing preference for food packaging containers are expected to drive the market during the forecast period. The rapid growth of the middle-class population is also expected to play an important role in the growth of the food and beverage sector. Foil wraps are a form of aluminum foil packaging that is used to wrap food goods in both households and the food and beverage industry. The increasing use of multipacks for the packaging of pharmaceutical tablets and capsules is expected to drive up demand for aluminum foil packaging.

In addition, the Demand for aluminum foil is also expected to increase as demand for canned and frozen food goods, baby formulae, and nutritional supplement powders packaged in metal tins rises. Because of its reusability and degradability, aluminum foil is regarded as a sustainable material. Aluminum is an attractive material choice for rigid and flexible packaging in a variety of end-use sectors due to its properties like as stiffness, providing a barrier against moisture, light, and oxygen, and high aesthetic appeal.

Aluminum foil containers are suitable for automated packaging lines since they can be used to pack both hot and cold food goods and are readily frozen or reheated. In addition, Aluminum foil wraps' elastic and flexible nature allows home and food service end-users to readily wrap food goods and preserve them for subsequent use. Aluminum foil laminates are used in liquid cartons, snack pouches, confectionery wraps, candy wraps, and medicinal pouches or bags as one of the layers.

Pouches are a type of flexible packaging solution that is used for a wide range of items in the food and beverage, animal feed, personal care and cosmetics, and home care sectors. This is being driven by the cost-effectiveness and convenience of pouches in comparison to alternative rigid packaging options, as well as the increased demand for packaged goods and beverages.

In the pharmaceutical sector, blister packs are commonly used to package medicine tablets and capsules. Completely aluminum-based blister packs, or Alu-Alu-based blisters, are also used to pack a variety of medicinal medications. Blister packaging enables the packaging of medications that are very hygroscopic or light sensitive and cannot be adequately packaged with barrier plastic sheets, hence supporting market growth.

Because aluminum foil wrapping can withstand high temperatures, it may be used to reheat food goods as well as store them in deep freezers. Aluminum foil-based packaging is becoming more popular in the food and beverage sector due to its environmentally friendly nature and good features for food preservation. Aluminum foils are largely utilized in the tobacco business as the inner lining of cigarette packages. It maintains the scent and improves the overall aesthetics of the package, gaining momentum in the tobacco business. Pet food, electronics, military equipment packaging, and medical device packaging are among the other end-use industries.
Aluminum Foil Market Regional Insights:
Asia Pacific market held the largest revenue share of about 55% in 2021 and is expected to maintain its dominance at the end of the forecast period. Product demand is expected to be driven by rising packaging sector demand throughout the forecast period. For example, in January 2022, the board of SRF Limited in India approved INR 425 crore (USD 5.60 billion) to establish an aluminum foil manufacturing factory in Jaitapur, Indore. The factory would meet the packaging demands of the food and beverage industries in both the domestic and international markets.

North America is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5%, in terms of revenue, during the forecast period. The increased concentration on EV battery manufacture is expected to increase the market growth. For example, the Canadian government announced a USD 100 million investment in Lion Electric's battery production facility in St-Jerome, Quebec, Canada, in March 2021.

In addition, Europe is expected to increase significantly throughout the forecast period. The foils sector has been driven by factors such as government measures to increase food exports and decarbonization objectives. Aluminum foil exports are expected to grow throughout the forecast period, owing mostly to the reduction of trade tariffs on steel and aluminum by the United States government in October 2021.

Germany is one of the largest no-subject sources of aluminum foil imports into the United
States by quantity in 2019. The United States is the 5th largest export destination for aluminum foil from Germany and accounted for about 6.8 % of German exports in 2019. Other notable export destinations include Switzerland, France, and Italy which accounted for about 16.5%, 13.5%, and 8.5% of aluminum foil exports from Germany, respectively. Germany’s exports to the United States increased by less than 1% during 2014‐16, while total exports of aluminum foil increased by 2.9%.

Constellium, Norsk Hydro, and Novelis are major aluminum foil producers in Germany. Constellium runs a plant in Singen, Germany that manufactures foil stock for the packaging sector. The plant employs approximately 1,600 people and features an integrated hot/cold rolling line. Norsk Hydro has facilities in Grevenbroich and Hamburg, as well as a joint venture in Neuss with Novelis. The Grevenbroich complex employs 2,000 people and produces 440,000 metric tonnes of various goods per year, including aluminum foil. Norsk Hydro's activities in Hamburg comprise a casthouse and rolling mill that generate coil and sheet for foil rerolling.

The Alunorf joint venture between Norsk Hydro and Novelis in Neuss is the world's biggest aluminum rolling factory, employing approximately 2,000 people. In addition to the Alunorf joint venture with Norsk Hydro, Novelis has facilities in Lüdenscheid and Ohle. The Lüdenscheid factory converts aluminum foil for a variety of end markets and applications, including electronics and packaging. Novelis' Ohle, Germany factory manufactures foil for a variety of purposes, including foil trays used in the food sector.
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Aluminum Foil Market


Report Coverage
Details


Base Year:
2021
Forecast Period:
2022-2029


Historical Data:
2017 to 2021
Market Size in 2021:
US $ 25.66 Bn.


Forecast Period 2022 to 2029 CAGR:
6.5%
Market Size in 2029:
US $ 42.47 Bn.


 Segments Covered:
by Type
• 0.007 mm - 0.09 mm
• 0.09 mm - 0.2 mm
• 0.2 mm - 0.4 mm


by Form
• Printed
• Unprinted


by Product
• Wrapper Foils
• Containers Foils
• Foil Lids
• Pouches
• Blister Packs
• Others


by Application
• Food
• Dairy
• Bakery
• Confectionary
• Ready-to-eat
• Others


by End-User
• Packaging
• Industrial



Aluminum Foil Market, By Region
• North America (United States, Canada and Mexico)
• Europe (UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Austria and Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, ASEAN and Rest of APAC)
• Middle East and Africa (South Africa, GCC, Egypt, Nigeria and Rest of ME&A)
• South America (Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America)
Leading Manufacturers in Aluminum Foil Market Are:
• China Hongqiao Group Limited (China)
• Hindalco Industries Ltd. (India)
• RusAL (Russia)
• Amcor (Australia)
• Eurofoil, Pactic LLC (Luxembourg, Europe)
• Zhejiang Zhongjin Aluminum Industry Co., Ltd (China)
• Hulamin Ltd (South Africa)
• Alcoa Corporation (US)
• Novelis Inc. (US)
• Ess Dee Aluminum Ltd (India)
• Penny Plate (US)
• Wyda Packaging (Pty) LTD. (South Africa)
• Alufoil Products Pvt. Ltd (India)
• Xiashun Holdings Limited (China)
• EP Group. (UK)
• Carcano Antonio S.p.A. (Italy)
• Assan Aluminyum (Turkey)
• All Foils. Inc. (US)
• Loften Foils. Inc. (China)
• CONSTANTIA (Austria),
• Coppice Alupack Ltd. (UK),
• Tetra Pak International S.A. (Switzerland),
• Arnold Magnetic Technologies (US),
• Zenith Alluminio Srl (Italy),
• TOYO ALUMINIUM K.K. (Japan),
• Danpak (Pakistan),
• Plus Pack AS (Denmark),
• Alfipa (Germany),
• Wrisco Industries Inc. (US),
• PECTEC Corporation (US).
• Aluflexpack AG (Switzerland)
• Henan Huawei Aluminium Co., Ltd (China)

FAQs:

1. Which is the potential market for Aluminum Foil in terms of the region?
Ans. APAC is the potential market for Aluminum Foil in terms of the region.

2. What are the opportunities for new market entrants?
Ans. rising demand for lithium ions, the usage of aluminum foil as a sealing material in lithium-ion batteries is providing opportunities for the market growth

3. What is expected to drive the growth of the Aluminum Foil market in the forecast period?
Ans. Aluminum foil is used as an insulation and vapor barrier in the construction industry driving market growth.

4. What is the projected market size & growth rate of the Aluminum Foil Market?
Ans. The Aluminum Foil Market size was valued at USD 25.66 Bn. in 2021 and the total Aluminum Foil revenue is expected to grow by 6.5% from 2022 to 2029, reaching nearly USD 42.47 Bn.

5. What segments are covered in the Aluminum Foil Market report?
Ans. The segments covered are Type, Form, Product, Application, End-User, and Region.