Market overview
The global vacuum insulated shippers market is worth USD 484 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 1.3 bn by 2036, growing at a 10.5% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Multi-use boxes is the largest by use segment.
| Scope | Insulated shipping boxes with vacuum insulation panels that hold temperature for days, used for vaccines, biologics, clinical samples and perishable food. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Packaging |
| Value 2025 | USD 440 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 484 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 1.3 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 10.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 1,144 thousand units |
| Volume 2036 | 2,810 thousand units |
| Average price 2026 | USD 423 per unit |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Vacuum Insulated Shippers market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 484 mn |
| 2027 | USD 535 mn |
| 2028 | USD 591 mn |
| 2029 | USD 653 mn |
| 2030 | USD 722 mn |
| 2031 | USD 797 mn |
| 2032 | USD 881 mn |
| 2033 | USD 974 mn |
| 2034 | USD 1.1 bn |
| 2035 | USD 1.2 bn |
| 2036 | USD 1.3 bn |
Vacuum Insulated Shippers market segmentation
By use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-use panel boxes | 30.0% | 22.5% | USD 145 mn | 7.4% |
| Multi-use boxes | 52.0% | 56.2% | USD 252 mn | 11.4% |
| Pallet-size shippers | 18.0% | 21.3% | USD 87 mn | 12.4% |
By temperature
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 50.0% | 48.7% | USD 242 mn | 10.2% |
| Frozen | 28.0% | 29.9% | USD 136 mn | 11.2% |
| Controlled room temperature | 22.0% | 21.4% | USD 106 mn | 10.2% |
By panel core
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fumed silica | 48.0% | 46.0% | USD 232 mn | 10.0% |
| Glass fibre | 26.0% | 24.0% | USD 126 mn | 9.6% |
| Aerogel | 10.0% | 14.0% | USD 48 mn | 14.3% |
| Polyurethane and polystyrene | 16.0% | 16.0% | USD 77 mn | 10.5% |
By payload volume
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 10 litres | 28.0% | 26.0% | USD 136 mn | 9.7% |
| 10 to 40 litres | 44.0% | 44.0% | USD 213 mn | 10.5% |
| Above 40 litres | 28.0% | 30.0% | USD 136 mn | 11.3% |
By coolant
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase change materials | 44.0% | 48.0% | USD 213 mn | 11.5% |
| Gel packs | 32.0% | 28.0% | USD 155 mn | 9.0% |
| Dry ice | 24.0% | 24.0% | USD 116 mn | 10.5% |
Top 25 countries for vacuum insulated shippers by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 83.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 96.7%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 184 mn | 38.0% | USD 494 mn | 10.4% |
| 2 | Germany | USD 48 mn | 10.0% | USD 125 mn | 9.9% |
| 3 | China | USD 34 mn | 7.0% | USD 120 mn | 13.4% |
| 4 | United Kingdom | USD 29 mn | 6.0% | USD 75 mn | 9.9% |
| 5 | France | USD 24 mn | 5.0% | USD 62 mn | 9.8% |
| 6 | Japan | USD 19 mn | 4.0% | USD 46 mn | 9.0% |
| 7 | Switzerland | USD 19 mn | 4.0% | USD 50 mn | 9.9% |
| 8 | Belgium | USD 17 mn | 3.5% | USD 43 mn | 9.8% |
| 9 | Netherlands | USD 15 mn | 3.0% | USD 37 mn | 9.7% |
| 10 | Canada | USD 15 mn | 3.0% | USD 39 mn | 10.5% |
| 11 | Spain | USD 10.0 mn | 2.1% | USD 28 mn | 10.9% |
| 12 | Singapore | USD 8.6 mn | 1.8% | USD 24 mn | 10.9% |
| 13 | Ireland | USD 7.4 mn | 1.5% | USD 21 mn | 10.9% |
| 14 | Australia | USD 6.3 mn | 1.3% | USD 18 mn | 10.8% |
| 15 | Poland | USD 5.5 mn | 1.1% | USD 15 mn | 10.9% |
| 16 | Denmark | USD 4.7 mn | 1.0% | USD 12 mn | 9.7% |
| 17 | Israel | USD 4.0 mn | 0.8% | USD 11 mn | 10.9% |
| 18 | Sweden | USD 3.5 mn | 0.7% | USD 8.8 mn | 9.7% |
| 19 | Austria | USD 3.0 mn | 0.6% | USD 7.6 mn | 9.8% |
| 20 | Saudi Arabia | USD 2.6 mn | 0.5% | USD 8.8 mn | 13.1% |
| 21 | Turkey | USD 2.2 mn | 0.5% | USD 7.6 mn | 13.1% |
| 22 | Thailand | USD 1.9 mn | 0.4% | USD 6.4 mn | 13.1% |
| 23 | Taiwan | USD 1.6 mn | 0.3% | USD 4.6 mn | 10.8% |
| 24 | Argentina | USD 1.4 mn | 0.3% | USD 3.9 mn | 10.9% |
| 25 | Finland | USD 1.2 mn | 0.2% | USD 3.0 mn | 9.6% |
| Rest of world | USD 16 mn | 3.3% | USD 43 mn | 10.5% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- va-Q-tec
- Sonoco ThermoSafe
- Cold Chain Technologies
- Softbox Systems
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Peli BioThermal
- Cryopak
- Exeltainer
- Minnesota Thermal Science
- Panasonic
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Tower Cold Chain
- Intelsius
- Tempack Packaging Solutions
- Insulated Products Corporation
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the vacuum insulated shippers market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 10.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by use, by temperature, by panel core, by payload volume, by coolant. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the vacuum insulated shippers market?
The global vacuum insulated shippers market is estimated at USD 440 mn in 2025 and USD 484 mn in 2026.
How fast will the vacuum insulated shippers market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 1.3 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 10.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 830 mn.
Which country is the largest market for vacuum insulated shippers?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 184 mn in 2026, 38.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 55.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 13.4% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which vacuum insulated shippers segment is largest?
In the by use split, Multi-use boxes is the largest segment with 52.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading vacuum insulated shippers companies?
Global leaders include va-Q-tec, Sonoco ThermoSafe, Cold Chain Technologies, Softbox Systems.
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