Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Research Report 2025

Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Research Report 2025

Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Research Report 2025

Explore the Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Report 2025 covering market size, growth trends, key drivers, challenges, competitive landscape, and future forecast.

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Date: 12-2025

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Global Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Report, 2025–2035

The Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market is projected to grow steadily between 2025–2035, driven by demand in food & beverages, healthcare, and specialty logistics. Passive temperature-controlled packaging relies on insulation materials and refrigerants without active cooling systems, making it cost-effective and reliable for short- to medium-duration shipments. Rising emphasis on pharmaceutical cold chain logistics, vaccine distribution, and premium food exports is fueling global expansion.

Chem Reports estimates the market was valued at USD xxxx million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD xxxx million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of xx% globally.
Key growth drivers include:

  • Increasing demand for biopharmaceuticals and vaccines requiring strict temperature control.
  • Expansion of global food & beverage exports.
  • Rising use in healthcare logistics and clinical trials.
  • Technological innovation in insulated shippers and refrigerant materials.

 Impact of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted global supply chains and reduced logistics activity in 2020, significantly affecting the passive temperature-controlled packaging market. Recovery has been supported by:

  • Increased demand for vaccine distribution and pharmaceutical cold chain logistics.
  • Rising focus on food safety and e-commerce grocery deliveries.
  • Growth in healthcare and clinical trial shipments post-pandemic.

Detailed Segmentation Analysis

By Type

  • Insulated Shippers: Lightweight packaging for pharmaceuticals and food shipments.
  • Insulated Containers: Larger containers for bulk logistics and extended duration shipments.
  • Refrigerants: Gel packs, phase-change materials, and dry ice for maintaining temperature.
  • Others: Specialty passive solutions for niche applications.

By Application

  • Food & Beverages: Export of perishable goods, dairy, meat, and premium foods.
  • Healthcare: Pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biologics, and clinical trial logistics.
  • Others: Specialty chemicals and sensitive industrial products.

By Region

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico): Strong demand from pharmaceutical cold chain and food exports.
  • Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Russia, Spain): Growth driven by healthcare logistics and sustainability regulations.
  • Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia): Fastest-growing region, led by vaccine distribution and food exports.
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina): Moderate growth, supported by agricultural exports.
  • Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa): Emerging demand in healthcare and food logistics.

 Key Players – Competitive Landscape

Global Leaders

  • Pelican BioThermal LLC (U.S.): Leading supplier of insulated shippers for pharmaceuticals.
  • Sonoco Products Company (U.S.): Strong in packaging solutions for food and healthcare.
  • Cold Chain Technologies Inc. (U.S.): Specialty provider of passive cold chain packaging.
  • FedEx Corp. (U.S.): Logistics giant with integrated cold chain solutions.
  • AmerisourceBergen Corp. (U.S.): Healthcare logistics and pharmaceutical distribution.
  • Deutsche Post AG (DHL, Germany): Global logistics leader with cold chain expertise.

 Strategic Insights

  • Global Leaders (Pelican, Sonoco, Cold Chain Technologies, DHL): Dominate with scale, innovation, and global distribution.
  • Logistics Integrators (FedEx, AmerisourceBergen): Provide end-to-end cold chain solutions.
  • Innovators: Focus on advanced refrigerants and sustainable insulated materials.

 Competitive Trends

  • Healthcare Growth: Rising demand for vaccine and biologic distribution.
  • Food & Beverage Expansion: Increased use in premium food exports and e-commerce grocery.
  • Sustainability: Development of recyclable and eco-friendly insulated packaging.
  • Emerging Markets: Asia-Pacific leading demand expansion.
  • Innovation: Advanced refrigerants and phase-change materials improving efficiency and duration.

Porter’s Five Forces

  1. Threat of New Entrants – Moderate
    • Entry barriers include specialized insulation technologies, compliance with food and pharma safety standards, and logistics integration.
    • Established players benefit from proprietary materials, global distribution networks, and long-term contracts with healthcare and food companies.
    • Regional producers may enter niche markets with cost-effective solutions.
  2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers – Moderate
    • Dependence on raw materials such as insulation foams, phase-change materials, and refrigerants.
    • Limited suppliers of high-performance refrigerants increase leverage.
    • Vertical integration by packaging giants reduces supplier power.
  3. Bargaining Power of Buyers – High
    • Food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries demand cost-effective, reliable, and certified packaging.
    • Large logistics firms and healthcare distributors exert strong negotiating power.
  4. Threat of Substitutes – Moderate
    • Alternatives include active temperature-controlled packaging and reusable containers.
    • Passive solutions remain preferred for cost efficiency and short-to-medium duration shipments.
  5. Industry Rivalry – High
  • Intense competition among global leaders (Pelican BioThermal, Sonoco, Cold Chain Technologies, DHL) and logistics integrators (FedEx, AmerisourceBergen).
  • Differentiation through sustainability, advanced refrigerants, and global service networks.

 SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Cost-effective compared to active packaging.
  • Wide applicability across food, beverage, and healthcare logistics.
  • Established global players with advanced cold chain expertise.

Weaknesses

  • Limited duration compared to active systems.
  • Dependence on refrigerant performance and insulation quality.
  • Environmental concerns over single-use materials.

Opportunities

  • Rising demand for vaccine and biologic distribution.
  • Growth in premium food exports and e-commerce grocery.
  • Expansion in emerging markets (Asia-Pacific, Middle East).
  • Innovation in recyclable and eco-friendly insulated packaging.

Threats

  • Competition from active packaging and reusable systems.
  • Stringent environmental regulations.
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities in refrigerant materials.

 Trend Analysis

  • Healthcare Growth: Rising demand for vaccine and biologic distribution.
  • Food & Beverage Expansion: Increased use in premium food exports and e-commerce grocery.
  • Sustainability Push: Development of recyclable and eco-friendly insulated packaging.
  • Emerging Markets: Asia-Pacific leading demand expansion.
  • Innovation: Advanced refrigerants and phase-change materials improving efficiency and duration.

 Drivers & Challenges

Drivers

  • Rising global demand for pharmaceutical cold chain logistics.
  • Expansion of food and beverage exports.
  • Technological innovation in refrigerants and insulation.
  • Increasing focus on sustainability and eco-friendly solutions.

Challenges

  • Environmental concerns and regulatory restrictions.
  • Competition from active packaging systems.
  • Volatility in raw material prices.
  • Supply chain risks in specialty refrigerants.

 Value Chain Analysis

  1. Raw Material Suppliers: Providers of insulation foams, refrigerants, and specialty materials.
  2. Manufacturers: Global leaders (Pelican BioThermal, Sonoco, Cold Chain Technologies) and logistics integrators (FedEx, DHL, AmerisourceBergen).
  3. Distributors: Specialty packaging suppliers and logistics providers serving food, beverage, and healthcare industries.
  4. End Users: Pharmaceutical firms, food exporters, beverage companies, and logistics operators.
  5. Regulatory Bodies: Environmental and safety agencies enforcing compliance standards.

1. Market Overview of Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging
    1.1 Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Overview
        1.1.1 Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Product Scope
        1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
    1.2 Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Regions:
    1.3 Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Historic Market Size by Regions
    1.4 Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Forecasted Market Size by Regions
    1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
        1.5.1 North America
        1.5.2 East Asia
        1.5.3 Europe
        1.5.4 South Asia
        1.5.5 Southeast Asia
        1.5.6 Middle East
        1.5.7 Africa
        1.5.8 Oceania
        1.5.9 South America
        1.5.10 Rest of the World
    1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
        1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth,  Projections
        1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
        1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Sales Market by Type
    2.1 Global Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Historic Market Size by Type
    2.2 Global Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Forecasted Market Size by Type
    2.3 Insulated shippers
    2.4 Insulated Containers
    2.5 Refrigerants
    2.6 Others
3. Covid-19 Impact Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Sales Market by Application
    3.1 Global Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Historic Market Size by Application
    3.2 Global Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Forecasted Market Size by Application
    3.3 Food & Beverages
    3.4 Healthcare
    3.5 Others
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
    4.1 Global Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
    4.2 Global Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
    4.3 Global Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Business
    5.1 Pelican BioThermal LLC (U.S.)
        5.1.1 Pelican BioThermal LLC (U.S.) Company Profile
        5.1.2 Pelican BioThermal LLC (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Product Specification
        5.1.3 Pelican BioThermal LLC (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.2 Sonoco Products Company (U.S.)
        5.2.1 Sonoco Products Company (U.S.) Company Profile
        5.2.2 Sonoco Products Company (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Product Specification
        5.2.3 Sonoco Products Company (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.3 Cold Chain Technologies Inc. (U.S.)
        5.3.1 Cold Chain Technologies Inc. (U.S.) Company Profile
        5.3.2 Cold Chain Technologies Inc. (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Product Specification
        5.3.3 Cold Chain Technologies Inc. (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.4 FedEx Corp. (U.S.)
        5.4.1 FedEx Corp. (U.S.) Company Profile
        5.4.2 FedEx Corp. (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Product Specification
        5.4.3 FedEx Corp. (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.5 AmerisourceBergen Corp. (U.S.)
        5.5.1 AmerisourceBergen Corp. (U.S.) Company Profile
        5.5.2 AmerisourceBergen Corp. (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Product Specification
        5.5.3 AmerisourceBergen Corp. (U.S.) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.6 Deutsche Post AG (DHL) (Germany)
        5.6.1 Deutsche Post AG (DHL) (Germany) Company Profile
        5.6.2 Deutsche Post AG (DHL) (Germany) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Product Specification
        5.6.3 Deutsche Post AG (DHL) (Germany) Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
    6.1 North America Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    6.2 North America Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    6.3 North America Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    6.4 North America Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
    7.1 East Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    7.2 East Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    7.3 East Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    7.4 East Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
8. Europe
    8.1 Europe Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    8.2 Europe Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    8.3 Europe Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    8.4 Europe Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
    9.1 South Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    9.2 South Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    9.3 South Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    9.4 South Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
    10.1 Southeast Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    10.2 Southeast Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    10.3 Southeast Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    10.4 Southeast Asia Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
    11.1 Middle East Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    11.2 Middle East Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    11.3 Middle East Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    11.4 Middle East Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
12. Africa
    12.1 Africa Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    12.2 Africa Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    12.3 Africa Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    12.4 Africa Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
    13.1 Oceania Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    13.2 Oceania Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    13.3 Oceania Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    13.4 Oceania Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
14. South America
    14.1 South America Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    14.2 South America Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    14.3 South America Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    14.4 South America Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
    15.1 Rest of the World Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size
    15.2 Rest of the World Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Key Players in North America
    15.3 Rest of the World Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Type
    15.4 Rest of the World Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Size by Application
16 Passive Temperature Controlled Packaging Market Dynamics
    16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
    16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
    16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
    16.4 Porter?s Five Forces Analysis
18 Regulatory Information
17 Analyst's Viewpoints/Conclusions
18 Appendix
    18.1 Research Methodology
        18.1.1 Methodology/Research Approach
        18.1.2 Data Source
    18.2 Disclaimer

Detailed Segmentation Analysis

By Type

  • Insulated Shippers: Lightweight packaging for pharmaceuticals and food shipments.
  • Insulated Containers: Larger containers for bulk logistics and extended duration shipments.
  • Refrigerants: Gel packs, phase-change materials, and dry ice for maintaining temperature.
  • Others: Specialty passive solutions for niche applications.

By Application

  • Food & Beverages: Export of perishable goods, dairy, meat, and premium foods.
  • Healthcare: Pharmaceuticals, vaccines, biologics, and clinical trial logistics.
  • Others: Specialty chemicals and sensitive industrial products.

By Region

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico): Strong demand from pharmaceutical cold chain and food exports.
  • Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Russia, Spain): Growth driven by healthcare logistics and sustainability regulations.
  • Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia): Fastest-growing region, led by vaccine distribution and food exports.
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina): Moderate growth, supported by agricultural exports.
  • Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa): Emerging demand in healthcare and food logistics.

 Key Players – Competitive Landscape

Global Leaders

  • Pelican BioThermal LLC (U.S.): Leading supplier of insulated shippers for pharmaceuticals.
  • Sonoco Products Company (U.S.): Strong in packaging solutions for food and healthcare.
  • Cold Chain Technologies Inc. (U.S.): Specialty provider of passive cold chain packaging.
  • FedEx Corp. (U.S.): Logistics giant with integrated cold chain solutions.
  • AmerisourceBergen Corp. (U.S.): Healthcare logistics and pharmaceutical distribution.
  • Deutsche Post AG (DHL, Germany): Global logistics leader with cold chain expertise.

 Strategic Insights

  • Global Leaders (Pelican, Sonoco, Cold Chain Technologies, DHL): Dominate with scale, innovation, and global distribution.
  • Logistics Integrators (FedEx, AmerisourceBergen): Provide end-to-end cold chain solutions.
  • Innovators: Focus on advanced refrigerants and sustainable insulated materials.

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