In a report by MarketsandMarkets, the can coatings market is estimated at $2.76 billion in 2025 and projected to reach $3.44 billion by 2030 at a 4.46% CAGR. The study spans 200 pages with 215 tables and 53 figures, and assesses coating types, applications and regional dynamics.

The analysis points to structural tailwinds including high recycling rates for metal containers, policy shifts away from single-use plastics and brand alignment with recyclable packaging. Suppliers are increasing investment in waterborne and low-VOC systems designed to fit circular economy goals while maintaining food safety and shelf life. The report highlights ongoing migration from BPA in food-contact applications due to regulatory and customer specifications.

By chemistry, polyester is projected to be the fastest-growing segment, supported by a balance of cost, processing ease on existing equipment and performance in corrosion resistance and flexibility. By application, aerosol cans are expected to post strong growth tied to personal care products, where coatings mitigate product-metal interactions, protect sensitive formulations and support fragrance integrity and oxidation resistance.

Regionally, North America ranked second by value in 2024 based on regulatory frameworks shaped by agencies such as the FDA and Health Canada, which drive sustained demand for compliant barrier coatings and alternatives to legacy chemistries.

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