Market Trends of MEA Blister Packaging Industry
This section covers the major market trends shaping the MEA Blister Packaging Market according to our research experts:
Pharmaceutical is Expected to Witness a Significant Growth
- The pharmaceutical sector poses a different set of demands for blister packaging solutions, concerning insulation from external surroundings, cost-effectiveness, high levels of protection, and the ease of handling and retaining the effectiveness of the medicine. These packs are uniquely suited to meet stringent regulations and are highly valued for protective properties, cost-effectiveness, adaptability, and the pharmaceutical and packaging industry's requirements.
- When medicines are blister packaged, adherence is improved because consumers can keep track of their medications and dosage. The unit dosage feature of blisters reduces the risk of incorrect dosing.
- The retail-level preparation of prescription drugs is troubling pharmaceutical technicians or pharmacists. The administration of medicines in the open atmosphere of the supermarket and drug store may negatively affect sensitive medicines when they are transferred from container to container. Blister packaging can guarantee the process of distribution directly to the customer.
- Protecting product integrity continues to be the primary goal of pharmaceutical packaging, but there is continued work on cost reduction in the packaging process in all areas of the packaging industry.
- For Example, The Polybar barrier films product families provided by Amcor cover a wide range of moisture barriers whilst also providing good crush resistance to ensure the best protection for pharmaceutical applications such as tablets and capsules. It uses materials such as Aclar, COC, PE, PVC, and PVdc, among others.
- However, due to the supply chain disruption caused due to the impact of COVID-19, the exports of pharmaceutical products decreased across Africa in 2020. For instance, according to Trade Map, the value of pharmaceutical products exported from Morocco reduced to USD 109.9 million in 2020 compared to USD 117.08 million in 2019.
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Africa to hold the Largest Market Share
- Blister packaging in the country is widely used to contain the APIs manufactured by various CMO vendors. In the MEA region, South Africa is known as one of the largest CMO markets in Africa. Some of the major factors responsible for South Africa’s attractive pharmaceutical contract manufacturing are its well-established and stable markets and high turnover to investments.
- The tax structures and duties are possible challenges for foreign companies that aim to enter the market. On the other hand, increasing governmental support, rising health expenditure, and initiatives taken to support innovations in drug formulation and pharmaceutical interest are expected to bolster the opportunities available in the country.
- Moreover, Nigeria is one of the most promising and rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturing regions in West Africa, with more than 150 pharmaceutical formulation manufacturing facilities. The major drivers of growth in pharmaceutical contract manufacturing are cost advantage, increased demand for biological production, government regulations, and patent expiry.
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