HP Inc. aims to eliminate 300 metric tons of annual corrugated waste by 2028. HP Inc.'s 2028 target to eliminate 300 metric tons of annual corrugated waste signals a fundamental shift in enterprise IT peripheral packaging and shipping, reducing environmental impact and driving contract manufacturers toward sustainable practices.

The global enterprise IT peripheral packaging market is projected to grow from USD 588 million in 2026 to USD 967 million by 2036, according to Factmr. However, this substantial growth coincides with an industry-wide move away from the disposable packaging types that currently dominate.

Companies failing to integrate advanced, sustainable packaging solutions risk falling behind competitors. Value in IT peripheral packaging is shifting from disposable solutions to intelligent, returnable, and unit-load optimized systems, reallocating capital within the sector.

How is the IT Peripheral Packaging Market Growing?

The global white-label computer peripheral packaging market is projected to reach USD 535.5 million in 2026, according to Einpresswire. The global white-label computer peripheral packaging market is expected to expand to USD 932.2 million by 2036, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%.

OEM Private Label customers hold 44.1% of this market, according to einpresswire.com. Their influence means sustainability mandates, like HP's shift to returnable totes, will dictate the industry's packaging innovation.

What are the Key Trends in IT Peripheral Packaging?

In January 2026, HP Inc. partnered with Southeast Asian contract manufacturers to adopt standardized, returnable plastic tote systems for component movement, according to Future Market Insights. HP Inc.'s partnership with Southeast Asian contract manufacturers to adopt standardized, returnable plastic tote systems for component movement reduces waste and improves supply chain efficiency.