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Global Linerless Labels Market, By Composition (Adhesive, Face stock, Topcoat), By Product (Primary, Variable Information Print), By Printing Ink (Solvent-based Ink, Water-based Ink, UV Curable Ink, Others), By Printing Technology (Digital Printing, Flexographic Printing, Offset Printing, Letter Press Printing, Others), By End-User Industry (Food & Beverage, Retail, Home & Personal Care, Others), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa)-Global Forecast to 2027.
Description
The global linerless label market was valued at USD 1.64 billion in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 2.27 billion with a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period,2027-2027. The increase in the demand for linerless in several end-use industries, such as food & beverages, personal & homecare application across the world. Rising digital printing technology and advancements in printing technology are the major factors restoring the growth of the global linerless labels market. Furthermore, the growing industrialization, urbanization, and rising consumer expenditure are the major factors likely during the forecast period to drive the global Linerless Labels market.
What are Linerless Labels?
Linerless Labels are special labels that adhere to themselves and do not require any backing, liner, or dispersing agent, unlike traditional labels. These labels are sensitive to pressure and are manufactured with a special manufacturing process that coats the label’s backside with an adhesive that is easy to peel off from the label surface. Linerless labels have long been used on the market. They come on the products we buy from the grocery stores with sticky tape with a logo or name. They are used to trace and track the product. They provide high-quality printing, which is good for brands to print their name and logo. Linerless Labels are considered environmentally friendly, don’t create any waste, and are available in various adhesive options.Growth Driver
Growing demand for packed goods
Growing health awareness and per capita income has caused the increasing demand for packaged products, which positively impacts the growth in the linerless labels market. Furthermore, rising consumer goods demand, significant growth in food and beverage packaging goods, and rising demand for logistics and consumer durables point to rising consumer goods demand. The changing living standard, convenience, and confidence in packaged food products contribute to the increased demand for the packaged food product. Moreover, the growing demand for biodegradable, environmental, and versatile labels in emerging economies and the prevention of waste, preservation of natural resources, and energy efficiency is the key factor to driving the growth of the linerless labels market.Opportunities
Growing advancement for linerless labels
The linerless labels market widespread research and development has caused advancement in new printing technologies like laser printing, color printing, and digital printing. The growing demand for biodegradable, environmental, and versatile labels in emerging economies and the prevention of waste, preservation of natural resources, and energy efficiency is the key factor to driving the growth of the linerless labels market. Rising healthcare spending in various countries and increasing expenditure development are likely to drive the market growth as pharmaceutical goods and services employ linerless labels in the industries.Restraints
Strict Government Rules and Regulations
Due to packaging regulations, industrial labels are manufactured in an eco-friendly manner according to guidelines. There is no liner, but these labels are multi-layered and require the manufacture of plastic resin and other raw materials. Regulators regularly check the labeling materials and their uses. Manufacturers of linerless labels must comply with government regulations to meet key requirements such as the legitimacy, durability and sustainability of industrial labels. Various other stringent regulations and codes of conduct are imposed on manufacturers regarding plastic resins in labels that may interfere with production and operation in the linerless label market.Pre-Covid-19 impact on the global Linerless Labels market
Pre covid 19 impacts, the Main factors for the prevention of waste, preservation of natural resources, and energy efficiency was the growth of the global linerless label market. The growing demand for versatile, eco-friendly, and biodegradable labels positively impacts global linerless label market growth. In addition, increase in preference for the linerless label in various logistic applications like home & consumer, pharmaceutical, transportation, and shipping in the pre-covid-19 period.Covid-19 impact on the global Linerless Labels market
During the covid-19 pandemic, emergency protocols and the closure of various companies and facilities were observed. The COVID 19 in Wuhan, China, has spread to major countries in APAC, Europe and North America, affecting the linerless label market as most global companies are headquartered in these countries. These effects of COVID 19 have led to supply chain disruptions that have hindered market growth due to shortages of raw materials and the unavailability of workers. The market has been hindered due to reduced supply chain disruption, raw material production and hampered trade movements during the pandemic. The end-use industries like home & personal care, retail, and food & beverage, were affected during the Covid pandemic.Post Covid-19 impact on the global Linerless Labels market
In the Post-covid-19 period, the linerless label market is anticipated to grow quickly; growing health awareness and per capita income have caused the increasing demand for packaged food & beverages, which positively affects the linerless growth labels market. Extensive R&D has resulted in the advent of new technologies and innovations in the labels industry. The linerless labels market has developments regarding the products, equipment, machinery, and new printing technologies such as color printing, digital printing, and laser printing, the use of biodegradable material is one of the reasons anticipated to help the linerless label industry grow in the post-covid-19 period.Composition Segmental Analysis
Based on the Composition, the global linerless labels market is segmented into adhesive, face stock, topcoat. The face stock segment captured the largest market share in 2020 and is expected to grow critically during the forecast period, 2021-2027. Facestock is used for printing and attractive brand symbols. The faces take segment accounts for about 4/5th of the label by weight. It is necessary to produce labels as companies look for labels with high chemical resistance and excellent sustainability, various materials for facestock like metalized, sugarcane paper and vellum paper.Product Segmental Analysis
Based on the product, the global linerless labels market is categorized into primary and variable information print. The variable information print segment holds the largest market share in 2020 and is expected to grow significantly during the forecast period, 2021-2027. The segmental growth is due to the increasing use of variable information print linerless labels in price, shelf life, and weight labeling for various applications. Variable information printing is also the thermal label manufactured using paper or film-based face stock material. It is also improved resistance against abrasion and scratches.Printing Ink Segmental Analysis
The global Linerless Labels market is categorized into solvent-based ink, water-based ink, UV curable ink, and others based on the printing ink. The water-based ink segment that accounted for the highest market in 2020 is likely to generate a sizeable revenue in 2021-2027. The segmental growth is owing to the high demand for water-based ink in the printing industry. Water-based inks have high compliance with the current eco-friendly protection requirement.Printing Technology Segmental Analysis
Based on the Printing Technology, the global Linerless Labels market is segregated into digital printing, flexographic printing, offset printing, letterpress printing, others. The Digital printing segment captured the largest market share in 2020 and is expected to generate maximum revenue during the forecast period, 2021-2027. Due to digital printing in food & beverage to provide numerous applications. It is a reliable and cost-effective printing technique for applying simple designs and colors to various packaging products, including Corrugated cardboard boxes, tape and waxed paper containers.End-User Industry Segmental Analysis
Based on the end-user industry, the global linerless labels market is segregated into food & beverage, retail, home & personal care, others. The food & beverage segment captured the highest market share in 2020 and is expected to generate the largest profit in 2021-2027. The segmental growth is mainly because of the increasing demand for branded and packaged products and consumer awareness toward the product’s authenticity. Linerless labels are used in the food industries for fresh meat, fish, poultry, seafood, fresh produce, and ready meals. People choose packaged food products with the growing demand for convenience and quality food products.Region Segmental Analysis
The global linerless labels market is characterized by North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa. The Asia Pacific has generated the highest market share in 2020 and is projected to grow significantly during the forecast period, 2021-2027. The segment’s growth is due to the increased growth of end-use industries like food & beverage, home care in the region. This growth is concerned with food safety in the package food market. Increasing urbanization and disposal income in India and China boost the linerless label market.Competitor Analysis
Companies include 3M Company, Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH, CCL Industries, Coveris Holding SA, R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company, Ravenwood Packaging Ltd., Reflex Labels Ltd., Multi-color Corporation, Inovia Films, Avery Dennison Corporation, Cenveo Inc, Hub Labels, Other Players are the key players in the global Linerless Label market. Key Stakeholders- Market research and consulting firms
- Industry associations
- Global Linerless Label manufacturing firm
- Global Linerless Label providers
- Local Governments
- Regulatory bodies
- Suppliers
- Retailers
Recent Developments
- In June 2020, Hub Labels announced the procurement of a new silicone & hot melt adhesive coater from ETI Converting Equipment.
- In June 2020, Reflex Labels installed two Martin automatic unwind/splicers fitted to two MPS lines at its reflex labels plus division that positions itself beyond labels and specializes in product development.
Scope of the Report
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Market Size Value in 2020 | USD 1.64 Billion |
| The revenue forecast in 2027 | USD 2.27 Billion |
| Growth Rate | CAGR of 3.8% from 2020 to 2027. |
| Historical data | 2017-2019 |
| Forecast period | 2021 – 2027 |
| Region covered | North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa |
| Key companies Profiled | 3M Company, Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH, CCL Industries, Coveris Holding SA, R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company, Ravenwood Packaging Ltd., Reflex Labels Ltd., Multi-color Corporation, Inovia Films, Avery Dennison Corporation, Cenveo Inc, Hub Labels, Other Players |
Market Modelling
By Composition- Adhesives
- Facestock
- Topcoat
- Primary
- Variable Information Print
- Solvent-based Ink
- Water-based Ink
- UV Curable Ink
- Others
- Digital Printing
- Flexographic Printing
- Offset Printing
- Letter Press Printing
- Others
- Food & Beverage
- Retail
- Home & personal care Other
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- South America
- Middle East & Africa
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Table Of Contents
Report Content
- Research Strategic Development
- Market Modelling
- Product Analysis
- Market Trend and Economic Factors Analysis
- Market Segmental Analysis
- Geographical Mapping
- Country Wise Segregation
- Research Methodology
- Secondary Research
- Primary Research
- Data Triangulation
- Historical Data
- Identification of Segment
- Market Size Calculating
- Research Objective
- Executive Summary
- Market Insights
- Economic Factor Analysis
- Trends
- Drivers
- Opportunities
- Challenges
- Technological Landscape
- Competitors & Product Analysis
- Regulatory Framework for Global Linerless Labels Market
- Company market share analysis, 2020
- Porter’s Five forces analysis
- New Investment Analysis
- PESTEL Analysis
- Economic Impact Study on Global Linerless Labels Market
- Impact of COVID-19 on Global Linerless Labels Market
- Economic Factor Analysis
- Global Linerless Labels Market Overview
- Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Consumption
- By Volume (Number of Units)
- Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Composition
- Adhesives
- Facestock
- Topcoat
- By Product
- Primary
- Variable Information Print
- By Printing Ink
- Solvent-based Ink
- Water-based Ink
- UV Curable Ink
- Others
- By Printing Technology
- Digital Printing
- Flexographic Printing
- Offset Printing
- Letter Press Printing
- Others
- By End-User Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Retail
- Home & Personal Care
- Other
- By Region
- North America
- Asia Pacific
- Europe
- South America
- Middle East & Africa
- By Composition
- Demand
- Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- North America Linerless Labels Market Overview
- North America Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Consumption
- By Volume (Number of Units)
- North America Linerless Labels Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Composition
- Adhesives
- Facestock
- Topcoat
- By Product
- Primary
- Variable Information Print
- By Printing Ink
- Solvent-based Ink
- Water-based Ink
- UV Curable Ink
- Others
- By Printing Technology
- Digital Printing
- Flexographic Printing
- Offset Printing
- Letter Press Printing
- Others
- By End-User Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Retail
- Home & Personal Care
- Other
- By Country
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- By Composition
- Demand
- North America Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Asia Pacific Linerless Labels Market Overview
- Asia Pacific Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Consumption
- By Volume (Number of Units)
- Asia Pacific Linerless Labels Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Composition
- Adhesives
- Facestock
- Topcoat
- By Product
- Primary
- Variable Information Print
- By Printing Ink
- Solvent-based Ink
- Water-based Ink
- UV Curable Ink
- Others
- By Printing Technology
- Digital Printing
- Flexographic Printing
- Offset Printing
- Letter Press Printing
- Others
- By End-User Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Retail
- Home & Personal Care
- Other
- By Country
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- By Composition
- Demand
- Asia Pacific Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Europe Linerless Labels Market Overview
- Europe Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Consumption
- By Volume (Number of Units)
- Europe Linerless Labels Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Composition
- Adhesives
- Facestock
- Topcoat
- By Product
- Primary
- Variable Information Print
- By Printing Ink
- Solvent-based Ink
- Water-based Ink
- UV Curable Ink
- Others
- By Printing Technology
- Digital Printing
- Flexographic Printing
- Offset Printing
- Letter Press Printing
- Others
- By End-User Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Retail
- Home & Personal Care
- Other
- By Country
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- By Composition
- Demand
- Europe Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- South America Linerless Labels Market Overview
- South America Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Consumption
- By Volume (Number of Units)
- South America Linerless Labels Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Composition
- Adhesives
- Facestock
- Topcoat
- By Product
- Primary
- Variable Information Print
- By Printing Ink
- Solvent-based Ink
- Water-based Ink
- UV Curable Ink
- Others
- By Printing Technology
- Digital Printing
- Flexographic Printing
- Offset Printing
- Letter Press Printing
- Others
- By End-User Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Retail
- Home & Personal Care
- Other
- By Country
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- By Composition
- Demand
- South America Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Middle East & Africa Linerless Labels Market Overview
- Middle East & Africa Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Billion)
- Consumption
- By Volume (Number of Units)
- Middle East & Africa Linerless Labels Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Composition
- Adhesives
- Facestock
- Topcoat
- By Product
- Primary
- Variable Information Print
- By Printing Ink
- Solvent-based Ink
- Water-based Ink
- UV Curable Ink
- Others
- By Printing Technology
- Digital Printing
- Flexographic Printing
- Offset Printing
- Letter Press Printing
- Others
- By End-User Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Retail
- Home & Personal Care
- Other
- By Country
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
- By Composition
- Demand
- Middle East & Africa Linerless Labels Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Competitor Analysis
- Company Description
- Financial Analysis
- Key Products
- Product-wise sales during Pre-covid, Covid and
forecast for Post Covid
- Key Management Personnel
- Contact Address
- SWOT Analysis
- Company Profile
- 3M Company
- Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH
- CCL Industries
- Coveris Holding SA
- R. Donnelley & Sons Company
- Ravenwood Packaging Ltd.
- Reflex Labels Ltd.
- Multi-color Corporation
- Movie Films
- Avery Dennison Corporation
- Cenveo Inc
- Hub Labels
- Other Players
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Linerless labels have long been used on the market. They come on the products we buy from the grocery stores with sticky tape with a logo or name. They are used to trace and track the product.
The global Linerless Label market is expected to grow with a CAGR of 4.8%, in value terms, over the forecast period 2020-2027, and expected to reach USD 2.27 Billion by 2027.
Rising consumer goods demand, significant growth in food and beverage packaging goods, and rising demand for logistics and consumer durables point to rising consumer goods demand.
The effects of COVID 19 have led to supply chain disruptions that have hindered market growth due to shortages of raw materials and the unavailability of workers. The market has been hindered due to reduced supply chain disruption, raw material production and hampered trade movements during the pandemic.
In June 2020, Reflex Labels installed two Martin automatic unwind/splicers fitted to two MPS lines at its reflex labels plus division that positions itself beyond labels and specializes in product development.
Asia-Pacific captured the largest market share in 2020 and is estimated to grow significantly during the forecast period, 2021-2027.
Companies include 3M Company, Constantia Flexibles Group GmbH, CCL Industries, Coveris Holding SA, R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company, Ravenwood Packaging Ltd., Reflex Labels Ltd., Multi-color Corporation, Inovia Films, Avery Dennison Corporation, Cenveo Inc, Hub Labels. Others are the key players in the Linerless Labels market.
