- Increasing regulatory emphasis on sterilization and infection control standards is boosting the adoption of antiviral packaging solutions
- Advancements in materials science, such as incorporation of copper oxide, silver ions, and zinc-based additives, are enhancing antimicrobial efficacy
- North America dominated the sterile and antiviral packaging market with the largest revenue share of 39.86% in 2024, driven by the expanding pharmaceutical sector, high healthcare expenditure, and increasing demand for sterile packaging in medical device distribution
- Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness the highest growth rate in the global sterile and antiviral packaging market, driven by increasing demand from pharmaceutical and food packaging sectors, growing population, government health initiatives, and rapid industrialization in countries such as China, Japan, and India
- The plastic material segment dominated the market with the largest market revenue share in 2024, attributed to its versatility, cost-effectiveness, and ability to be engineered with antiviral additives. Plastics are widely used in pharmaceutical and medical device packaging due to their barrier properties and adaptability to various sterilization processes. Demand for plastic-based sterile solutions is also rising in food and beverage applications, where single-use packaging ensures hygiene and safety
