Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size Size & Outlook, 2026-2031
Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size Insights
- As highlighted in Packaging Market Insights analysis, the Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size, valued at USD 0.54 Billion in 2025, is estimated to achieve USD 0.85 Billion by 2031.
- The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 8.13% spanning 2026 to 2031.
- By market size, Gel Packs led the By Refrigerant Type category in 2025.
- The By Refrigerant Type segment led by Liquid Nitrogen is estimated to post the fastest growth, sustaining its position as the most lucrative during the forecast timeframe.
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Other Key Findings
- Europe held 36% share of the global Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size size in 2025.
- United States is expected to remain the largest contributor to the global market size by 2031.
- By 2031, Nordic is anticipated to record the highest growth in Europe, with the market size expected to reach USD 0.05 Billion.
Report Summary
| Report Scope | Details |
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| Base Year for Study | 2025 |
| Study Period | 2022-2031 |
| Historical Period | 2022-2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2031 |
| Market Size In 2025 | USD 0.54 Billion |
| Market Size In 2031 | USD 0.85 Billion |
| Largest segment | Gel Packs |
| Units | Revenue in USD Billion |
| CAGR | 8.13% (2026-2031) |
| Segmnetation Covered | |
| Europe |
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| By Refrigerant Type |
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| By Material Type |
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| By Packaging Type |
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| By Temperature Range |
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| By Application |
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| By End Use |
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| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends |
Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size Country 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| Europe | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 0.13 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| United Kingdom | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| France | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Italy | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Spain | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Russia | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Nordic | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Benelux | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size By Refrigerant Type 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By Refrigerant Type | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
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| Gel Packs | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 0.21 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Phase Change Materials (PCMs) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Dry Ice | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Liquid Nitrogen | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Eutectic Plates | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Others | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size By Material Type 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By Material Type | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
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| Water-Based Refrigerants | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 0.22 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Synthetic Refrigerants | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Bio-Based Refrigerants | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Hybrid Refrigerants | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size By Packaging Type 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By Packaging Type | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
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| Insulated Containers | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 0.19 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Boxes & Shippers | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Pallet Shippers | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Refrigerated Containers | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Others | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size By Temperature Range 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By Temperature Range | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
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| Frozen (-20°C and below) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 0.27 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Chilled (2°C to 8°C) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Controlled Room Temperature (15°C to 25°C) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size By Application 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By Application | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 0.16 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Food & Beverages | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Chemicals | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Biotechnology | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Healthcare Supplies | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Others | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Europe Cold Chain Packaging Refrigerants Market Size By End Use 2026-2031 (USD Billion)
| By End Use | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logistics & Transportation | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 0.2 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Healthcare & Life Sciences | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Food Industry | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Retail & E-commerce | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Others | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: PIAnalysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.