Edible Films & Coatings Market to Reach USD 13.3 Billion by 2035 | Driven by Sustainable Packaging Innovations

According to the MarketGenics report, the global edible films & coatings market is projected to grow from USD 3.1 Billion in 2025 to USD 13.3 Billion by 2035, registering a CAGR of ~7% during the forecast period. The reusable packaging market is growing because of the demand for sustainable alternative to traditional synthetic packaging for preserved food and extend shelf life. For instance, in October 2025, Saveggy has launched an additive-free, edible coating designed to extend the shelf life of fresh produce and reduce reliance on plastic packaging. This innovation enhances product longevity, reduces food waste, and supports global sustainability goals by offering a biodegradable, plant-based substitute to single-use plastics accelerating the transition toward circular and eco-efficient packaging systems.

Furthermore, government initiatives for waste management, environmental protection, and sustainable packaging are driving the edible films and coatings market. For instance, in May 2025, China's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs issued new guidelines requiring food manufacturers and distributors to adopt biodegradable and edible coatings for fresh produce and packaged foods. The regulation encourages the use of natural, plant-based films to reduce plastic waste and improve food preservation.

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Key Driver, Restraint, and Growth Opportunity Shaping the Global Edible Films & Coatings Market

The edible films & coatings market is being driven by innovations in the snack and convenience food sectors, where edible coatings enable a wide variety of product formats while preserving freshness, texture, and shelf life. For instance, in March 2024, a startup rolled out a revolutionary snack featuring edible coatings, which can be produced in a near-endless variety of flavors and shapes. This innovation highlights the flexibility of edible films & coatings to support customized, high-quality, and sustainable food products, encouraging manufacturers to adopt these solutions in confectionery, bakery, and snack segments.

Bio-based edible films generally have a shorter shelf life compared to conventional plastic packaging due to their natural composition, which makes them more vulnerable to moisture absorption, microbial growth, and degradation. Exposure to environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and oxygen further accelerates this deterioration, compromising their protective properties.

Investment and R&D for enhanced technology for coatings tablets in pharmaceutical sector is creating a strong opportunity for growth in the global edible films & coatings market. For instance, in April 2025, Ashland has completed a $10-million expansion of its pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Cabreúva, Brazil. The investment significantly expands Ashland's pharmaceutical footprint in the region and capabilities to meet increasing market demand for coated tablets in Latin America and Brazil.

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Expansion of Global Edible Films & Coatings Market

"Rising demand for biodegradable packaging"

The edible films & coatings market is growing because of the global push for sustainability is driving significant demand for biodegradable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. Consumers, retailers, and regulators are increasingly prioritizing packaging that reduces environmental impact, limits plastic waste, and aligns with circular economy principles. For instance, UK University of Cambridge spin-off startup Xampla develops natural, vegan, edible films, sachets, microcapsules, and coatings to help companies transition from single-use plastic to biodegradable packaging.

Furthermore, in the edible films and coatings market, this trend is reflected in the growing adoption of plant-based, protein- or polysaccharide-derived films that are fully biodegradable or even edible. These films serve as protective layers for perishable foods, such as fruits, vegetables, bakery items, and ready-to-eat meals, while replacing traditional plastic packaging.

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Recent Development and Strategic Overview:

In February 2025, AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. expanded its partnership with RipeLocker to advance post-harvest edible coating applications for fruits such as apples and avocados. The initiative focuses on optimizing moisture control and respiration rates, enhancing product longevity during transport and storage.

In January 2025, Ashland expanded its pharmaceutical tablet-coatings plant, improving coating expertise and production capacity; this strengthens its capability to supply food-grade functional binders and coatings adaptable to edible film formulations.

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Key Trend: Innovations to Increase Shelf-life and Reduce Food Waste

The edible films and coatings market drive by the innovations such as active coatings, intelligent coatings, and nanocomposite or biopolymer-based films are being utilized by food producers to prolong the shelf life of perishable goods, preserving their freshness, texture, and appearance. For instance, in April 2025, Cargill, Incorporated launched NatureSeal Clean-Label Coating for fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. This plant-based edible coating reduces browning, slows moisture loss, and maintains quality, allowing produce to stay fresh longer, which directly contributes to reducing food waste in retail and at home.

Furthermore, AgroFresh Solutions, Inc. launched its VitaFresh Botanicals line, offering plant-based coatings that enhance freshness and extend shelf life by 2-4 days for fruits such as apples and avocados. These innovations highlight the industry's commitment to sustainability and the reduction of food waste.

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