Property |
Unit |
50µm |
60µm |
70µm |
80µm |
Thickness |
µm |
60±3 |
65±3 |
70±3 |
80±3 |
Tensile Strength (MD/TD) |
N/15mm |
≥30/15 |
≥35/18 |
≥40/20 |
≥45/22 |
Opacity |
% |
≥90 |
≥90 |
≥90 |
≥90 |
Gloss (60°) |
GU |
≥80 |
≥80 |
≥80 |
≥80 |
Moisture Barrier |
- |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Heat Resistance |
°C |
Up to 120 |
Up to 120 |
Up to 120 |
Up to 120 |
Surface Tension |
mN/m |
≥38 |
≥38 |
≥38 |
≥38 |
Print Compatibility |
- |
Flexo, Offset, Rotogravure,Digital |
Flexo, Offset, Rotogravure,Digital |
Flexo, Offset, Rotogravure,Digital |
Flexo, Offset, Rotogravure,Digital |
Market Size and Growth
Global Market Size: The white IML film market is expected to reach USD 650 to 720 million by 2025, representing a growth of approximately 35% from USD 480 million in 2023. This growth is primarily driven by the demand for high opacity and decorative labels in the home appliance, automotive interior, and high-end consumer goods packaging sectors.
Regional Growth:
Asia-Pacific: Accounting for over 55% of the global market share, the region is expected to experience a compound annual growth rate of 9-11%. As the largest producer, China’s market size is projected to exceed USD 380 million by 2025, benefiting from the expansion of the smart home and new energy vehicle industries.
Europe: Due to the EU’s Extended Producer Responsibility regulations, there is a surge in demand for bio-based white IML films, with the market size expected to grow by 8-10%. The share of recyclable packaging in Germany and France is expected to rise to 30%.
North America: Growth is relatively stable, around 6-8%, primarily driven by the high-end home appliance and automotive interior markets.
White IML Film products