Food Packaging Market (By Material: Plastics, Paper & Paper-based, Glass, Metal, and Others; By Type: Semi-rigid, Rigid, and Flexible; By Application: Dairy Products, Bakery & Confectionary, Fruits & Vegetables, Sauces & Dressings, Meat, Poultry, & Seafood, and Others) - Global Market Size, Trends Analysis, Segment Forecasts, Regional Outlook 2024 - 2033
The global food packaging market was valued at USD 377.05 Billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 679.71 Billion by 2033 and is poised to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.11% during the forecast period 2024 to 2033.
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The Asia Pacific food packaging market size was valued at USD 143.69 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 266.45 billion by 2033, poised to grow at a CAGR of 6.41% from 2024 to 2033.
The Asia Pacific estimated to be the dominant market, followed by North America and Europe, accounting for around 38.11% of the total value share in the year 2023. The market analyzed to be driven by rising per capital income, increasing population, and growing demand in emerging countries such as Japan, China, and India.
China is the largest consumer of packaged food because of its growing economy and large population base. The market in China expected to flourish at a prominent rate due to its intensifying middle-class population along with their rising purchasing power. Among other Asian countries, India is the fastest growing market in consequence of increasing usage of the products in retail chains.
On the contrary, high rate of consumption of packaged food by consumers, thriving retail sector, as well as the presence of large number of manufacturers are the key factors projected to propel the demand for food packaging solutions in North America. Despite of high saturation level, Europe predicted to register a positive outlook over the analysis period. Single market policy within European countries allows free-trade that expected to encourage exports, consequently fuels the market growth.
Rising demand for packaged food by consumers due to fast lifestyle along with changing eating habits expected to impact positively on the market. The product provides stable and extended shelf-life, safety, and high barrier properties, thereby propelling the market growth. Factors such as convenience along with use of high-performance material are further expected to aid towards the growth of the food packaging industry. Improved shelf-life along with increased efficiency in the prevention of content from contamination predicted to boost the growth of the market in the coming years. In addition, factors such as rising disposable income, increasing population, and shrinking households have also influenced positively on the market.
Moreover, the bargaining power of buyers projected to remain high during the analysis period. The industry is considered by the presence of large number of buyers that anticipated to fuel over the forecast period. Additionally, buyers seek for customized and innovative solutions for their products as well as exhibit high levels of price sensitivity together with frequent possibility for material substitution.
Besides this, the market analyzed to remain highly regulated with agencies such as the European Commission and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) imposing strict regulations pertaining use of food contact materials and food packaging types. Furthermore, the market trend is inclined toward more sustainable packing solutions that include thermoplastics and bio-based plastics that further poised to spur the market growth.
| Report Highlights | Details |
| Market Size in 2023 | USD 143.69 Billion |
| Market Size by 2033 | USD 266.45 Billion |
| Growth Rate from 2024 to 2033 | CAGR of 6.41% |
| Largest Market | APAC |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2024 to 2033 |
| Segments Covered | Type, Application, Material, Regional Outlook |
| Regional Scope | North America, APAC, Europe, Latin America, MEAN, Rest of the World |
The paper and paper-based material segment led the global food packaging market and accounted for a value share in 2023. Growth of this segment is attributed to high adoption rate of the product in a bid to substitute non-biodegradable packing solutions. Ease of printability, innovations in design, and sustainability provide paper packaging a competitive advantage over other materials such as plastic and metal packaging solutions.
On the other side, plastic food packaging anticipated to witness considerable growth owing to increasing adoption by end users because of its low price. Further, increasing usage of plastic films in secondary food packaging expected to have a positive impact on the market. Superior properties provided by plastic packaging that include high moisture barrier and increased sealing capacity is presumed to boost the product demand over the coming years.
Bakery and confectionery products generally require high moisture barrier packaging so as to extend their shelf life. Flexible packaging is increasingly used for the bakery & confectionary application because of its advantages that include printability, lightweight, and cost-effectiveness over paper cartons and tins. Furthermore, attractive packing of confectionery products witnessed to boost the growth of the segment over the analysis period.
Increasing consumer inclination toward dairy products in smaller packs owing to shrinking households anticipated to augment the market growth. Further, adoption of attractive food packaging strategies by manufacturers is also intended to boost the growth of the segment. The rising demand for dairy products that include ice cream and yogurt considered to flourish the market growth for food packaging solutions in dairy products application.
Segments Covered in the Report
This research study comprises complete assessment of the market by means of far-reaching qualitative and quantitative perceptions, and predictions regarding the market. This report delivers classification of marketplace into impending and niche sectors. Further, this research study calculates market size and its development drift at global, regional, and country from 2021 to 2033. This report contains market breakdown and its revenue estimation by classifying it based on material, type, application, and region:
By Material
By Type
By Application
By Regional Outlook
Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Scope of the Study
1.3. Definition
Chapter 2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research Approach
2.2. Data Sources
2.3. Assumptions & Limitations
Chapter 3. Executive Summary
3.1. Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Market Variables and Scope
4.1. Introduction
4.2. Market Classification and Scope
4.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.3.1. Raw Material Procurement Analysis
4.3.2. Sales and Type Analysis
4.3.3. Downstream Buyer Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Dynamics Analysis and Trends
5.1. Market Dynamics
5.1.1. Market Drivers
5.1.2. Market Restraints
5.1.3. Market Opportunities
5.2. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5.2.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.2.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.2.3. Threat of substitute
5.2.4. Threat of new entrants
5.2.5. Degree of competition
Chapter 6. Competitive Landscape
6.1.1. Company Market Share/Positioning Analysis
6.1.2. Key Strategies Adopted by Players
6.1.3. Vendor Landscape
6.1.3.1. List of Suppliers
6.1.3.2. List of Buyers
Chapter 7. Global Food Packaging Market, By Material
7.1. Food Packaging Market, by Material Type, 2024-2033
7.1.1. Plastics
7.1.1.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
7.1.2. Paper & Paper-based
7.1.2.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
7.1.3. Glass
7.1.3.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
7.1.4. Metal
7.1.4.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
7.1.5. Others
7.1.5.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
Chapter 8. Global Food Packaging Market, By Application
8.1. Food Packaging Market, by Application, 2024-2033
8.1.1. Dairy Products
8.1.1.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
8.1.2. Bakery & Confectionary
8.1.2.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
8.1.3. Fruits & Vegetables
8.1.3.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
8.1.4. Sauces & Dressings
8.1.4.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
8.1.5. Meat, Poultry, & Seafood
8.1.5.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
8.1.6. Others
8.1.6.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
Chapter 9. Global Food Packaging Market, By Type
9.1. Food Packaging Market, by Type, 2024-2033
9.1.1. Semi-rigid
9.1.1.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
9.1.2. Rigid
9.1.2.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
9.1.3. Flexible
9.1.3.1. Market Revenue and Forecast (2021-2033)
Chapter 10. Global Food Packaging Market, Regional Estimates and Trend Forecast
10.1. North America
10.1.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.1.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.1.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.1.4. U.S.
10.1.4.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.1.4.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.1.4.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.1.5. Rest of North America
10.1.5.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.1.5.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.1.5.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.2. Europe
10.2.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.2.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.2.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.2.4. UK
10.2.4.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.2.4.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.2.4.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.2.5. Germany
10.2.5.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.2.5.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.2.5.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.2.6. France
10.2.6.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.2.6.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.2.6.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.2.7. Rest of Europe
10.2.7.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.2.7.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.2.7.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.3. APAC
10.3.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.3.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.3.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.3.4. India
10.3.4.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.3.4.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.3.4.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.3.5. China
10.3.5.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.3.5.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.3.5.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.3.6. Japan
10.3.6.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.3.6.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.3.6.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.3.7. Rest of APAC
10.3.7.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.3.7.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.3.7.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.4. MEA
10.4.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.4.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.4.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.4.4. GCC
10.4.4.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.4.4.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.4.4.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.4.5. North Africa
10.4.5.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.4.5.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.4.5.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.4.6. South Africa
10.4.6.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.4.6.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.4.6.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.4.7. Rest of MEA
10.4.7.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.4.7.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.4.7.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.5. Latin America
10.5.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.5.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.5.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.5.4. Brazil
10.5.4.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.5.4.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.5.4.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
10.5.5. Rest of LATAM
10.5.5.1. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Material (2021-2033)
10.5.5.2. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Application (2021-2033)
10.5.5.3. Market Revenue and Forecast, by Type (2021-2033)
Chapter 11. Company Profiles
11.1. Berry Plastics Group
11.1.1. Company Overview
11.1.2. Product Offerings
11.1.3. Financial Performance
11.1.4. Recent Initiatives
11.2. Amcor Plc
11.2.1. Company Overview
11.2.2. Product Offerings
11.2.3. Financial Performance
11.2.4. Recent Initiatives
11.3. Sigma Plastics Group
11.3.1. Company Overview
11.3.2. Product Offerings
11.3.3. Financial Performance
11.3.4. Recent Initiatives
11.4. Sealed Air Corporation
11.4.1. Company Overview
11.4.2. Product Offerings
11.4.3. Financial Performance
11.4.4. Recent Initiatives
11.5. DS Smith PLC
11.5.1. Company Overview
11.5.2. Product Offerings
11.5.3. Financial Performance
11.5.4. Recent Initiatives
11.6. American Eagle Packaging
11.6.1. Company Overview
11.6.2. Product Offerings
11.6.3. Financial Performance
11.6.4. Recent Initiatives
11.7. Ball Corporation
11.7.1. Company Overview
11.7.2. Product Offerings
11.7.3. Financial Performance
11.7.4. Recent Initiatives
11.8. Crown Holdings, Inc.
11.8.1. Company Overview
11.8.2. Product Offerings
11.8.3. Financial Performance
11.8.4. Recent Initiatives
11.9. Huhtamaki Oyj.
11.9.1. Company Overview
11.9.2. Product Offerings
11.9.3. Financial Performance
11.9.4. Recent Initiatives
11.10. Ardagh Group
11.10.1. Company Overview
11.10.2. Product Offerings
11.10.3. Financial Performance
11.10.4. Recent Initiatives
Chapter 12. Research Methodology
12.1. Primary Research
12.2. Secondary Research
12.3. Assumptions
Chapter 13. Appendix
13.1. About Us
13.2. Glossary of Terms
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