The PACKPLAST AFRICA - International Trade Exhibition on Packaging & Plastics is the largest trade event held annually in Tanzania, for the East African industry. The exhibition influences visitors from all over East & Central Africa, thus giving exhibitors an excellent opportunity to explore several countries at one time.



The packaging industry in Tanzania is a vital sector that provides various types of packaging for different products and applications, such as food, beverage, healthcare and pharmaceutical, retail, cosmetics and personal care, industrial, agricultural, and more. The packaging industry in Tanzania also supports the development of other sectors, such as manufacturing, trade, and tourism. The packaging industry in Tanzania offers a range of packaging materials, such as plastic, paper, metal, glass, and wood. The packaging industry in Tanzania is a growing and competitive sector, with a market size of $1.1 billion and a projected CAGR of 6.5% till 2025. The growth of the packaging industry in Tanzania is driven by factors such as increasing urbanization, rising disposable income, changing consumer preferences, growing demand for convenience and hygiene, and expanding e-commerce and retail sectors.



The packaging industry in Tanzania is composed of different types of packaging, such as bags and pouches, films and wraps, labels and tags, boxes and cartons, bottles and jars, cans and drums, and others.

Venue

Diamond Jubilee Hall

Organizer

Expogroup ( UAE)

Among exhibitors

Worldwide analogues
8—10 October 2024

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