Colored aluminum foil rolls, or packing foil, can be applied to several packaging needs in various industries.
Colored Aluminum Foil Roll Applications
- Pharmaceutical Packaging
Colored aluminum foil rolls are commonly used in pharmaceutical packaging. They are employed for blister packs, where the foil provides a barrier against moisture, light, and oxygen to protect the medications. The colored foil can also be used for labeling and branding purposes on pharmaceutical packaging.
- Candy and Confectionery Packaging
Colored aluminum foils are widely used in the candy and confectionery industry. They are used to wrap individual candies or chocolates, providing an attractive and eye-catching appearance. The colored foil enhances the aesthetic appeal of the packaged sweets and helps maintain their freshness and quality.
- Cigarette Packaging
Colored aluminum foil rolls are used as inner liners for cigarette boxes. They provide insulation, moisture retention, and odor protection, helping to isolate the external temperature, maintain tobacco humidity, and prevent the penetration of external odors. This ensures the quality and taste of the tobacco inside the cigarettes.
- Coffee Capsules
Colored aluminum foil rolls are used in the production of coffee capsules. The foil is used to seal the capsules, ensuring the freshness and aroma of the coffee grounds or instant coffee inside. The colored foil can also be used for branding and differentiation of various coffee flavors.
- Bottle Caps
Colored aluminum foil rolls are utilized in the beverage industry for sealing bottle caps. The foil provides a tamper-evident seal and helps preserve the carbonation and freshness of the beverages. The colored foil can be used for branding or to differentiate different beverage varieties.
- Butter Wrappers
Colored aluminum foil rolls are employed for wrapping and packaging butter or margarine. The foil helps protect the butter from external factors and maintains its freshness. The colored foil can enhance the presentation and branding of the butter product.
- Household Foil
Colored aluminum foil rolls can be used as baking foil or liners. They are placed on baking trays to prevent food from sticking and to ensure even heat distribution during baking. The colored foil can add a decorative touch to baked goods and make them visually appealing.
Strong Demand for Packaging Aluminum Foils
Aluminum foil has a wide range of applications in the packaging field, mainly including tobacco packaging, food packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, beer sealing label and daily chemical packaging. According to the data of China Research Network, the aluminum foil used in tobacco packaging accounts for 36% of the total aluminum foil used in packaging, food packaging accounts for 25%, and pharmaceutical packaging accounts for 24%, with tobacco packaging being the most important application area.
The food & beverage and pharmaceutical industries are key contributing segments of the global aluminum foil packaging market. Growing sales of packaged food and dairy products are the key drivers that have propelled the demand for aluminum foil packaging in the food and beverage industry over the past year. The main use of aluminum foil packaging as food packaging is for insulation and the global online trading and takeaway market is currently growing at a rapid pace, driving up the demand for aluminum foil for food packaging.
The U.S. is a major contributor to the global packaged food market. Plastic laminated aluminum foil is used in most packaged food products to extend the shelf life of the food products and products such as buttermilk, whipped cream, ice cream, curd, yogurt, butter, and cheese contribute to the huge share of the global dairy products market, while factors such as the growing global population and rising health awareness are driving the demand for dairy products. Aluminum Foil Packaging for Food & Beverage Market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.54% from 2021-2025.
According to Infiniti Research, the global aluminum foil packaging for food and beverage market size reached USD 4,870 million in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 6,080 million by 2025, with a five-year CAGR of approximately 4.54%.
The global new crown pandemic is driving people to improve health and hygiene, and consumers are paying more attention to safe product packaging, including pharmaceuticals, which will increase the demand for aluminum foil for pharmaceutical packaging. The aluminum foil packaging market size for pharmaceuticals is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.87% from 2021-2025. According to Infiniti Research, the global aluminum foil packaging market for pharmaceuticals reached USD 3,074 million in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 3,718 million by 2025, with a five-year CAGR of approximately 3.87%.
