Thomas Müller

Thomas Müller

Research Manager

12+ Experience

Thomas Muller has more than 12 years of experience in climate strategy, regulatory research, and sustainable materials development. He has collaborated with sustainability experts, environmental organizations, and industrial stakeholders on initiatives related to circular economy adoption, carbon regulation impacts, and plastic waste reduction strategies.

At Strategic Packaging Insights, Thomas focuses on research across areas such as bio based packaging materials, recycling infrastructure development, and financial frameworks supporting sustainable industry transformation. His work helps organizations understand how evolving environmental policies and sustainability goals influence material sourcing and packaging innovation.

Thomas is recognized for translating complex global policy developments into practical supply chain and procurement strategies. His insights support companies that are adapting to ESG focused transformation and building long term climate aligned business models. He also contributes to research discussions related to net zero targets and sustainable procurement practices.

Regional Expertise

APACEMEAAmericas

Core Expertise

  • Material Advancements
  • Regulatory Analysis
  • Sustainability Demands
  • Competitive Intelligence

Specializations

Market Research
Data Analytics
Strategic Intelligence
Consumer Insights

Market Research Reports

Reports by Thomas Müller

August 2026

PPWR Compliant Mono-Material Packaging Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 172Category : Eco-Friendly Packaging

PPWR Compliant Mono-Material Packaging Market Segments - by Material (Mono-Polyethylene, Mono-Polypropylene, Mono-PET, Paper-Based Mono-Material, Others), Packaging Type (Pouches, Bags, Films & Wraps, Lidding Films, Trays, Bottles & Containers), Application (Food & Beverage, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Home Care, Industrial Packaging, Pet Food), End User (Brand Owners, Food Manufacturers, Pharmaceutical Companies, Retail & E-commerce, Industrial Manufacturers), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

August 2026

Packaging Recyclability Assessment Software Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 134Category : Eco-Friendly Packaging

Packaging Recyclability Assessment Software Market Segments - by Deployment (Cloud-Based, On-Premises, Hybrid), Functionality (Recyclability Assessment, Design for Recycling (DfR) Analysis, Packaging Material Analysis, Compliance Management, Packaging Portfolio Analytics, Reporting & Documentation), Packaging Material (Plastic, Paper & Paperboard, Glass, Metal, Multi-Material Packaging), End User (Food & Beverage, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Goods, Industrial Packaging, Retail & E-commerce), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Barrier Coated Papers Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 176Category : Eco-Friendly Packaging

Barrier Coated Papers Market Segments - by Coating Material (Polyethylene (PE), PLA / Bioplastics, Wax, Water-Based Dispersion / Aqueous, Silicone, EVOH, Clay / Mineral), Barrier Function (Moisture / Water Barrier, Grease & Oil Barrier, Oxygen / Gas Barrier, Aroma Barrier, Heat Sealability), Product (Cup Stock, Greaseproof Paper, Flexible Packaging Paper, Liner & Board, Wrapping Paper, Sachet Paper), End Use (Food Packaging, Foodservice / QSR, Pharmaceutical, Personal Care, Industrial, E-commerce), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Twist Caps Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 174Category : Packaging Products

Twist Caps Market Segments - by Material (Metal, Plastic), Type (Twist-Off Lug Caps, Continuous Thread Twist Caps, Sports / Push-Pull Twist Caps, Tamper-Evident Twist Caps), Diameter (Below 38 mm, 38-63 mm, 63-82 mm, Above 82 mm), End Use (Jams, Sauces & Pickles, Beverages, Baby Food, Pharmaceuticals, Home Care), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Antiviral Drug Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 207Category : Healthcare Packaging

Antiviral Drug Market Segments - by Drug Class (Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors, Protease Inhibitors, Polymerase Inhibitors, Integrase Inhibitors, Entry / Fusion Inhibitors, Monoclonal Antibodies), Application (HIV, Hepatitis (B, C), Influenza, COVID-19 / Coronaviruses, Herpes, RSV), Route (Oral, Injectable, Topical), Distribution (Hospital Pharmacies, Retail Pharmacies, Online Pharmacies), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Box Pouch Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 245Category : Packaging Products

Box Pouch Market Segments - by Material (Plastic Laminates, Paper-Based Laminates, Aluminum Foil Laminates, Recyclable Mono-Material), Closure (Zipper, Slider, Press-to-Close, No Closure), Capacity (Below 250 g, 250-500 g, 500 g - 1 kg, Above 1 kg), End Use (Coffee & Tea, Pet Food, Snacks & Confectionery, Powdered Products, Home Care), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Compostable Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 152Category : Eco-Friendly Packaging

Compostable Biodegradable Refuse Bags Market Segments - by Material (PLA-Based, PBAT Blends, Starch-Based, PHA-Based, Paper), Certification (Industrial Compostable, Home Compostable), Capacity (Below 15 L, 15-50 L, 50-120 L, Above 120 L), End Use (Household Organic Waste, Municipal Food Waste Collection, Commercial Foodservice, Yard & Garden Waste), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Biomedical Packaging Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 176Category : Healthcare Packaging

Biomedical Packaging Market Segments - by Material (Medical-Grade Polymers, Glass, Tyvek & Medical Papers, Foil Laminates), Product (Sterile Barrier Pouches & Trays, Vials & Ampoules, Prefilled Syringe Packaging, Blister Packs, Rigid Containers, Labels & Lidding), Sterilization (EtO, Gamma / E-Beam, Steam, Aseptic Fill), End Use (Medical Devices, Biopharmaceuticals, Diagnostics & IVD, Cell & Gene Therapy, Hospital Supplies), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Paper Band Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 142Category : Material Packaging

Paper Band Market Segments - by Type (Kraft Paper Bands, Printed Branded Bands, Adhesive-Free Ultrasonic-Sealed Bands, Heat-Seal Bands), Width (Below 30 mm, 30-50 mm, Above 50 mm), End Use (Banknote & Currency Banding, Food Bundling, E-commerce Multipack Bundling, Printing & Graphics, Hygiene Products), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Bubble Lined Courier Bags Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 246Category : Packaging Products

Bubble Lined Courier Bags Market Segments - by Material (Poly Bubble Mailers (LDPE), Kraft Paper Bubble Mailers, Recycled-Content Mailers, Metallic / Glamour Mailers), Size (Small (Below A5), Medium (A5-A4), Large (Above A4)), Feature (Self-Seal, Tamper-Evident, Printed / Branded), End Use (E-commerce Marketplaces, Fashion & Accessories, Electronics & Media, Pharmacy Fulfillment), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Pet Stretch Blow Molding Machines Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 221Category : Advanced Packaging

Pet Stretch Blow Molding Machines Market Segments - by Type (Linear SBM Machines, Rotary High-Speed SBM, Injection-Stretch-Blow (Single-Stage)), Cavity Count (Below 4 Cavities, 4-12, Above 12), Output (Below 6,000 bph, 6,000-20,000, Above 20,000), End Use (Water & CSD Bottlers, Edible Oil, Personal Care & Pharma Bottles, Wide-Mouth Jars), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Paper Edge Protectors Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 209Category : Packaging Products

Paper Edge Protectors Market Segments - by Type (L-Profile / Angleboard, U-Profile, Flat Board Strips, Wrap-Around Corner Protectors), Material (Recycled Kraft Laminated Board, Virgin Kraft, Moisture-Resistant Coated), End Use (Palletized Goods & Strapping Protection, Appliances & Furniture, Building Materials, Paper Rolls, Fresh Produce Crates), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Hemp Paper Bag Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 109Category : Eco-Friendly Packaging

Hemp Paper Bag Market Segments - by Bag Type (Shopping Bags, Grocery Bags, Gift Bags, Mailer Bags), Material Type (Pure Hemp Paper, Hemp-Kraft Blend, Recycled Hemp Paper), Application (Retail, Foodservice, Fashion, E-commerce), End Use (Sustainable Brands, Retailers, QSRs, Consumers), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Watch Case Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 152Category : Advanced Packaging

Watch Case Market Segments - by Material Type (Stainless Steel, Titanium, Ceramic, Precious Metal), Case Shape (Round, Square, Rectangular, Tonneau), Application (Luxury Watches, Sports Watches, Smartwatches, Fashion Watches), End Use (Watch Manufacturers, Luxury Brands, OEMs, Retail), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Flexible Laminated Paper Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 168Category : Material Packaging

Flexible Laminated Paper Market Segments - by Laminate Type (Paper-PE, Paper-Foil, Paper-Biofilm, Paper-PET), Application (Food Packaging, Pharma Packaging, Personal Care, Sachets), End Use (Food & Beverage, Healthcare, FMCG, Retail), Barrier Type (Moisture Barrier, Grease Barrier, Oxygen Barrier), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Bulk Bag Dischargers Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 157Category : Advanced Packaging

Bulk Bag Dischargers Market Segments - by Machine Type (Manual Dischargers, Semi-Automatic Dischargers, Automatic Dischargers), Application (Powders, Granules, Pellets, Food Ingredients), End Use (Chemicals, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Plastics), Design (Hoist-Based, Forklift-Loaded, Enclosed Dischargers), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Vial Box Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 175Category : Healthcare Packaging

Vial Box Market Segments - by Material Type (Paperboard, Plastic, Corrugated Board, Foam Inserts), Product Type (Single Vial Boxes, Multi-Vial Boxes, Cryo Vial Boxes, Pharma Vial Cartons), Application (Pharmaceuticals, Diagnostics, Biobanking, Laboratory Storage), End Use (Pharma Companies, Hospitals, Laboratories, Research Institutes), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Pipe Marking Tapes Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 210Category : Packaging Products

Pipe Marking Tapes Market Segments - by Material Type (Vinyl, Polyester, Polypropylene, Reflective Film), Product Type (Directional Flow Tapes, Hazard Tapes, Color-Coded Tapes), Application (Industrial Pipes, Utility Lines, Chemical Plants, HVAC), End Use (Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Construction, Utilities), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Nestable Drums Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 162Category : Packaging Products

Nestable Drums Market Segments - by Material Type (HDPE, PP, Steel, Fiberboard), Capacity (Below 30 Liters, 30–100 Liters, Above 100 Liters), Application (Chemicals, Food Ingredients, Pharmaceuticals, Industrial Liquids), End Use (Chemicals, Food & Beverage, Healthcare, Industrial), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Roto-Molded Cases Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 171Category : Packaging Products

Roto-Molded Cases Market Segments - by Material Type (LLDPE, HDPE, Polyethylene Foam, Composite), Product Type (Protective Cases, Military Cases, Medical Cases, Equipment Cases), Application (Defense Equipment, Electronics, Medical Devices, Industrial Tools), End Use (Defense, Healthcare, Industrial, Aerospace), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Kraft Paper Shopping Bags Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 124Category : Eco-Friendly Packaging

Kraft Paper Shopping Bags Market Segments - by Bag Type (Flat Bags, SOS Bags, Handle Bags, Luxury Shopping Bags), Paper Type (Virgin Kraft, Recycled Kraft, Coated Kraft), Application (Retail, Grocery, Apparel, Foodservice), End Use (Retail Stores, Supermarkets, Fashion Brands, QSRs), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Soft Touch Film Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 159Category : Material Packaging

Soft Touch Film Market Segments - by Material Type (BOPP, PET, PE, Biodegradable Film), Finish Type (Matte, Velvet, Anti-Scuff, Fingerprint-Resistant), Application (Luxury Packaging, Labels, Book Covers, Cosmetics), End Use (Beauty, Food & Beverage, Publishing, Premium Retail), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Deli Paper Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 233Category : Food Packaging

Deli Paper Market Segments - by Paper Type (Waxed Paper, Greaseproof Paper, Parchment Paper, Recycled Paper), Application (Sandwich Wraps, Meat Wraps, Bakery, Takeaway Food), End Use (Delis, Restaurants, Bakeries, Supermarkets), Coating Type (Wax-Coated, PE-Coated, Bio-Coated), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Top Bottom Packaging Box Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 176Category : Packaging Products

Top Bottom Packaging Box Market Segments - by Material Type (Corrugated Board, Paperboard, Rigid Board, Kraft Board), Box Type (Two-Piece Boxes, Telescope Boxes, Rigid Top-Bottom Boxes), Application (Apparel, Electronics, Cosmetics, Luxury Goods), End Use (Retail, E-commerce, FMCG, Luxury Brands), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Anti-slip Floor Tape Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 248Category : Packaging Products

Anti-slip Floor Tape Market Segments - by Material Type (PVC, PET, Aluminum Oxide, Rubber), Product Type (Standard Anti-Slip Tape, Reflective Tape, Hazard Marking Tape), Application (Stairs, Ramps, Industrial Floors, Vehicles), End Use (Industrial, Commercial, Construction, Transportation), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Tote Bin Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 127Category : Packaging Products

Tote Bin Market Segments - by Material Type (HDPE, PP, Metal, Corrugated Plastic), Product Type (Stackable Tote Bins, Nestable Tote Bins, Lidded Tote Bins), Application (Warehouse Storage, Automotive Parts, Food Handling, Retail Distribution), End Use (Logistics, Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Retail), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Squeeze Bottle Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 217Category : Packaging Products

Squeeze Bottle Market Segments - by Material Type (LDPE, HDPE, PET, PP), Capacity (below 250 ml, 250–500 ml, 500–1000 ml, above 1000 ml), End Use (food and condiments, personal care, pharmaceuticals, household chemicals), Closure Type (flip-top, disc-top, nozzle cap, child-resistant cap), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

PET Hinged Container Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 234Category : Packaging Products

PET Hinged Container Market Segments - by Product Type (Clamshell Containers, Deli Containers, Produce Containers, Bakery Containers), Application (Fresh Produce, Bakery, Ready Meals, Deli Foods), End Use (Retail, Foodservice, QSRs, Supermarkets), Recycled Content (Virgin PET, rPET Blend, High-rPET), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Silicone Food Storage Bag Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 163Category : Food Packaging

Silicone Food Storage Bag Market Segments - by Product Type (Stand-Up Bags, Flat Bags, Reusable Pouches, Vacuum Bags), Capacity (Below 500 ml, 500–1,500 ml, Above 1,500 ml), Application (Food Storage, Freezing, Sous Vide, Meal Prep), Distribution Channel (Online, Supermarkets, Specialty Stores, Brand Stores), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)

July 2026

Furniture Packaging Market Size, Future Growth and Forecast 2034

Status : PublishedNo. of Pages : 112Category : Material Packaging

Furniture Packaging Market Segments - by Packaging Type (Corrugated Boxes, Foam Protection, Stretch Wrap, Protective Covers), Material Type (Paperboard, Plastic Film, Foam, Wood), Application (Home Furniture, Office Furniture, Flat-Pack Furniture, Luxury Furniture), End Use (Furniture Manufacturers, Retailers, E-commerce, Logistics), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Dynamics, Growth Opportunities, Strategic Drivers, and PESTLE Outlook (2026-2034)