Global Medical Cannabis (CBD) Packaging Market 2025 – 2034

Reports Description

Industry Synopsis

According to a Custom Market Insights (CMI) report, the global medical Cannabis packaging market has grown to USD 1695.88 Million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1942.8 Million in 2025 and is forecast to record a growth of USD 7194.98 Million by 2034, at a compound annual growth rate of 15.55%. Many countries worldwide have legalized the demand and supply of medical cannabis, which has also boosted the packaging industry’s market.

The huge number of benefits that are obtained from the use of cannabis and its products has helped the market to record considerable growth over the period. The products which are manufactured using cannabis and its components have wide use in treating multiple chronic diseases all over the world. Cannabinoids are used to manufacture medicines that are mainly used for treating cancer and neurological disorders. The use of cannabis and its products for recreational purposes has experienced tremendous growth in the market, which is expected to continue similarly during the forecast period. 

Legal permission has been granted to the use of cannabis, and hence the packaging industry has directed a special focus toward this product. Proper packaging provided for Cannabis products helps to maintain the integrity of the material and its properties. Many countries are encouraging the use of cannabis and the products made out of it.

The rate at which the Cannabis packaging market is developing is tremendous due to the increasing demand for its products which has been experienced from all over the world. Several health benefits are obtained from cannabis and its components which provide faster relief, especially in chronic diseases, by managing the complications such as pain. These products also facilitate weight loss and help prevent diabetes in many patients.

Depression can be treated with the help of these medicines as they have active principles that directly impact the nervous system. Hence a great effect has been shown, and the patients suffer from seizures and other neurological disorders. The use of cannabis and its components in treating chronic diseases among the people belonging to the geriatric population has greatly boosted the market’s growth. The increasing awareness regarding the health benefits which are obtained by using the products obtained from cannabis has boosted the growth of the market tremendously.

The usage of Cannabis products in the field of recreation has made a major impact on the growth of the market. The support provided by the government by legalizing the distribution and production of these products has helped the packaging industry of medical cannabis to a great extent.

The pandemic outbreak had a major impact on the sales and distribution of cannabis and affected the packaging industry. The various guidelines and rules imposed by the government regarding lockdown and restricted movement hindered the growth of the medical Cannabis packaging market to a great extent. During the later stages of the pandemic, as the government relaxed the lockdowns, the demand and supply of Cannabis products gained speed equally and boosted the market’s growth to a great extent. A shortage of disposable income available to the people during the pandemic hampered the market’s growth to a great extent.

Growth Factors

The huge number of benefits that are obtained from medical cannabis has increased the demand for this product in the market to a great extent. The key market players have considered advanced packaging options to maintain the product’s integrity and expected properties. The various packaging options present in the market provide a great level of protection to the inner content, making it a fast-growing sector. A proper packaging technique helps to protect the material from external environmental impressions of extreme climatic change, water, air and temperature.

A proper packaging technique also helps to inform the individuals informed in the delivery process to take the necessary precautions to protect the product from getting damaged. The huge number of diseases that are treated with the help of medical cannabis has boosted the demand for these products in the healthcare industry. The support provided by the government in the form of legalization and licensing has emerged as a major driving force for the medical Cannabis market, which has boosted quality packaging procedures. 

A proper packaging method helps attract potential consumers by enlisting all the required properties in the products, which provides the consumer with a complete picture of the internal content. A proper packaging method imposes an additional cost on the main product obtained from cannabis which the key market players avoid by using packaging materials made out of plastic and glass, which are reusable to a certain extent if recycled properly.

The rapidly increasing number of chronic diseases and the complaints of pain have boosted the market for the medical Cannabis packaging industry. These multiple reasons emerge as the growth factors for the medical Cannabis packaging industry.

Segmental Insights

Segmentation of the medical Cannabis packaging market based on material

Based on material, the segment of plastics has emerged as the largest sector due to its extensive consumption by the packaging industry. The high flexibility ability of good-quality plastics has helped boost this segment greatly.

The cost-effective features provided by the use of plastics for packaging have helped the market to record considerable revenue over the period. This is the property of plastic to bear extreme climatic conditions has made it a leading segment of the packaging industry. It protects the original product from external impressions to a great extent and hence is the first choice for the manufacturer.

Segmentation of the medical Cannabis packaging market based on product

Based on product, the segment of jars and bottles has emerged as the largest segment, forcing it to continue its position during the forecast period. Many products are available for packaging Cannabis products, making it a leading segment under this category. Using high-quality hiking products with varying shapes and sizes has helped manufacturers opt for suitable products for packaging. The next segment which has captured the market considerably is glass packaging.

The option of glass packaging has provided excellent benefits for maintaining the integrity of the product. The barriers to gas and moisture provided by glass packaging have helped boost the market considerably. The airtight feature provided by glass packaging has also made this tough segment competition for jars and bottles.

The material used to manufacture glass packaging products opts from hygienic high-grade materials. The odor-resistant properties of glass packaging products have also helped the market tremendously. The increasing demand for all these obtained from cannabis has boosted the glass packaging industry. Glass packaging is usually airtight and prevents leakage, making it a first choice for the industry.

Segmentation of the medical Cannabis packaging market based on application

Based on application, the recreation segment has emerged as the fastest-growing market during the forecast period. Many governments have legalized the use of Cannabis products for recreation; hence, the segment has experienced tremendous demand from the present market. Many governments have legalized recreational use, which encourages people to use these products on a large scale. This has also encouraged people to cultivate small amounts of cannabis within their vicinity and conduct sales with the help of a legal license provided by the government.

Packaging has been provided for the dry formats of cannabis, mainly used for recreational purposes. It mixes brown and shredded green flowers along with stems and leaves. The next segment that has proved itself dominant is the medical sector.

The medical use of cannabis has increased tremendously all over the world. Many states across the United States of America have legalized this product for use for medical purposes. The FDA has also approved using such products to treat diseases related to the central nervous system. The use of cannabis in its products for medical purposes has boosted the packaging industry to create extent as the maintenance of the integrity of the products becomes a major factor in obtaining maximum benefits from the medicine.

Report Scope

Regional Insights

Based on geography, the region of North America has emerged as the largest market for the medical Cannabis packaging industry due to the legalization of these products in the market.

The key market players have set up special packaging industries to provide attractive packages to encourage potential consumers. A huge number of people are using cannabis and its products to obtain numerous health benefits from this product. The rapid use of cannabis in the healthcare sector has encouraged people regarding its benefits. The Asia Pacific nations have emerged as the next largest sector for the medical Cannabis packaging industry.

The existence of the key market players in these regions has boosted the economy of the medical Cannabis packaging industry. Many countries have imposed restrictions on the demand and supply of cannabis, which also hampers the growth of the packaging industry. Lack of awareness regarding the health benefits of cannabis in these regions has been a major restraining factor for the market’s growth. 

Recent Developments

• In September 2021 – Grip N lock boxes were introduced by Green rush packaging, which is usually available in different sizes that help the manufacturer and consumer to choose according to the size of the product. These products are certified by the 16 CFR 1700, which increases their demand among the key market players. The water resistance properties provided by these gloss boxes help maintain the attractive exterior design of the box.

Key Market Players

• L. CLARK
• IMPAK Corp.
• Berry Global Inc.
• KushCo Holdings Inc.
• Pollen Gear
• Cannaline Cannabis Packaging Solutions
• Norkol Packaging LLC
• N2 Packaging Systems, LLC
• Green Rush Packaging
• MMC DEPOT

Segments covered in this report

On the basis of Material

• Plastic
• Glass
• Metal
• Paper

On the basis of the Product

• Tubes
• Jars and bottles
• Pouches
• Tins
• Clamshells and blisters
• Others

On the basis of the Application

• Medical use
• Recreational use

On the basis of Geography

North America

• U.S.
• Canada
• Mexico
• Rest of North America

Europe

• Germany
• France
• U.K.
• Italy
• Spain
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

• China
• Japan
• India
• New Zealand
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific

The Middle East & Africa

• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Egypt
• Kuwait
• South Africa
• Rest of the Middle East & Africa

Latin America

• Brazil
• Argentina
• Rest of Latin America