Fresh food Packaging Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Type (Plastic, Paper and Board, Glass, Metal, Others), By Application (Poultry and Meat Products, Dairy Products, Produce (Vegetables and Fruits), Sea Food, Others) And By Geography - Forecasts From 2025 To 2030

The Fresh Food Packaging Market will reach US$119.669 billion in 2030 from US$98.010 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 4.07% during the forecast period.

Food products are packed using several materials to protect them from adverse environmental conditions such as weather adversities, pollution, dust, etc. Packaging of fresh food is also required for the transportation of produce to avoid any physical damage and wastage.

The growing demand for convenience food items and an effort to improve the shelf life of fresh food products using innovative packaging solutions are the major driving factors behind the fresh food packaging solutions. Budding awareness regarding global warming is motivating companies to introduce cost-effective and biodegradable packaging solutions. However, disposal of food waste while packaging remains a major concern for the companies and this might restrict the demand for fresh food packaging solutions. The Asia Pacific region is projected to grow at an impressive rate owing to rising disposable income and increasing population during the forecast period.

The primary reason for the increase in the demand for fresh food packaging materials is the burgeoning demand for fruits and vegetables, poultry and meat products across the globe. Another reason behind the surge in the demand for fresh food packaging solutions is the rising consumer preference for convenience food products.

The key reasons for the rise in demand are the shift of consumers towards a healthy lifestyle and a high purchasing power. Examples of convenience food in this segment are salad bags, fresh herbs packs, chopped vegetable bags, vegetable trays, single-serve salad packaging, etc. all of which require fresh food packaging products such as paper and board, plastic, glass, etc. In the emerging markets of BRICS and MENA, the growing demand for such food items is increasing due to the tendency of consumers to buy off-the-shelf fresh food items. Hence, the increasing demand for convenience food items is driving the market for fresh food packaging. To meet the increasing demand for fresh food items, the FMCG industry is consuming a significant amount of packaging products. 

Growth Factors

• The rise in demand for an extended shelf life of fresh food products

The major driver of the fresh food packaging market is the rising demand for the extended shelf life of fresh food products. After packaging, it takes a considerable amount of time for freshly packaged food to reach its customers and consumers, globally. There are substantial chances of packaged foods to lose their taste and aroma before it reaches the consumer. This results in the loss of quality of fresh food products and impacts the capital invested in the production of fresh foods. Major food packaging companies have been investing a significant sum of capital to develop intelligent packaging and other innovative solutions, with the aim to extend the shelf life of the product.

For instance, in April 2021, ProAmpac, a flexible packaging leader, announced that it would expand its presence in North America, and had introduced its major fresh food-to-go packaging portfolio, with its extended shelf-life freshness and quality and widely recyclable paper sustainability. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the fresh food packaging market. Other players are also making significant developments in the market. For instance, in April 2021, The Guacapack Project announced that it had been developing a biodegradable packaging system, which includes antioxidant additives and barrier labels from avocado waste and would extend the food’s shelf life by approx. 15%. With the number of investments increase in the enhancement of fresh food packaging, the market is expected to surge at an exponential rate, during the forecast period.

• Increase in consumption of fresh food products

Over the last few years, there has been a significant increase in the consumption of fresh food products. The key drivers of demand for fresh food products in these regions are increasing population, rapid urbanization, high disposable income of the people, and increasing health awareness amongst the consumers, which in turn will increase the demand for fresh food packaging materials like plastic, glass, paperboard, etc. The demand for fresh food products in developing countries like India and China is expected to grow further during the forecast period.

Restraints

• Packaging disposal

The major factor which can hinder the growth of the fresh food packaging industry is the problems faced while disposing of the packaging material such as glass, plastic, etc. this problem is being faced by all the countries, globally. The governments of various countries have been imposing regulations and restrictions concerning the disposal of packaging material which could halt the growth of the fresh food packaging industry. For instance, In Europe, the regulations for plastic landfills are extremely stringent. The European Union intends to achieve ‘zero plastics to landfill’ by 2025. Due to the growing concerns related to environmental pollution, packaging companies are focusing on shifting towards eco-friendly solutions for environmental sustainability. To adhere to the three ‘R’s of eco-friendly packaging: renew, reuse, and recycle green packaging products are being designed.

The governments of emerging economies are encouraging packaging solution providers to provide eco-friendly products. The reason behind this because eco-friendly packaging products are made of natural bio-polymer, which is more flexible than traditional plastic. Fresh food packaging can be made using eco-friendly packaging materials, such as bioplastics, recycled papers, forest wood, and palm leaf.

The Fresh Food Packaging Market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global industry landscape, delivering strategic and executive-level insights supported by data-driven analysis and forecasts. Regularly updated, this report equips decision-makers with actionable intelligence on current market trends, emerging opportunities, and competitive dynamics. It explores the demand for various packaging types—such as Plastic, Paper and Board, and Glass—and their adoption across key applications and geographies worldwide. The report also examines the latest technological advancements, key government policies, regulations, and macroeconomic factors to present a holistic view of the market.

Fresh Food Packaging Market Segmentation:

The Fresh Food Packaging Market is analyzed by type, including:

• Plastic
• Paper and Board
• Glass
• Metal
• Others

By Packaging Type:

The report segments the market by packaging type, covering:

• Flexible Packaging
• Rigid Packaging
• Semiflexible Packaging
• Others

By Application:

The market is evaluated by application, including:

• Poultry and Meat Products
• Dairy Products
• Produce (Vegetables and Fruits)
• Sea Food
• Others

Fresh food Packaging Market Segmentation by regions:

The study also analysed the Fresh food Packaging Market into the following regions, with country level forecasts and analysis as below:

• North America (US, Canada and Mexico)
• South America (Brazil, Argentina, and Rest of South America)
• Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain and Rest of Europe)
• Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE and Rest of Middle East and Africa)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, and Others)

Fresh food Packaging Market Competitive Landscape:

The Fresh Food Packaging Market features prominent players such as Mondi PLC, DS Smith PLC, Coveris Holdings S.A, Amcor plc, Smurfit Kappa Group PLC, Sealed Air Corporation, LINPAC Packaging Limited, Sonoco Products Company, and AEP Industries Inc., among others.

Fresh food Packaging Market Report Coverage:

This report provides extensive coverage as explained in the points below:

• Market Size, Forecasts, and Trends by Type: Includes historical revenue data and analysis of factors driving sub-segments like Plastic and Paper and Board, alongside current challenges and major growth areas for key players.
• Market Size, Forecasts, and Trends by Packaging Type: Provides historical revenue data and insights into demand for Flexible Packaging, Rigid Packaging, and Semiflexible Packaging, focusing on packaging-specific developments.
• Market Size, Forecasts, and Trends by Application: Analyzes historical data and trends across applications such as Poultry and Meat Products, Dairy Products, and Produce, including key developments and regulations impacting these segments.
• Fresh food Packaging Market is also analysed across different regions, with historical data, regional share, attractiveness, and opportunity of these solutions in different countries. The growth prospects and key players operating in these markets. The section also dwells on the macro factors, economic scenario and other complementing factors aiding in market growth.
• Market dynamics: The section details the market growth factors, restraints, and opportunities in the market. The segment also presents complete market scenario with the help of Porter’s five forces model.
• Competitive Intelligence: A thorough investigation on the competitive structure of the market presented through proprietary vendor matrix model, market share analysis of key players, insights on strategies of key players and recent major developments undertaken by the companies to gain competitive edge.
• Research methodology: The assumptions and sources which were considered to arrive at the final market estimates. Additionally, how our model is refined to ensure most significant factors are taken into consideration with the proper hypothesis and bottom-up and top-down approaches enhance the reliability of forecasts further strengthening the trustworthiness of the numbers being presented.

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1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 

2. MARKET SNAPSHOT

2.1. Market Overview

2.2. Market Definition

2.3. Scope of the Study

2.4. Market Segmentation

3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE 

3.1. Market Drivers

3.2. Market Restraints

3.3. Market Opportunities 

3.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis

3.6. Policies and Regulations 

3.7. Strategic Recommendations 

4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK

5. FRESH FOOD PACKAGING MARKET BY TYPE

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Plastic

5.3. Paper and Board

5.4. Glass

5.5. Metal

5.6. Others

6. FRESH FOOD PACKAGING MARKET BY PACKAGING TYPE

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Flexible Packaging

6.3. Rigid Packaging

6.4. Semiflexible Packaging

6.5. Others

7. FRESH FOOD PACKAGING MARKET BY APPLICATION

7.1. Introduction

7.2. Poultry and Meat Products

7.3. Dairy Products

7.4. Produce (Vegetables and Fruits)

7.5. Sea Food

7.6. Others

8. FRESH FOOD PACKAGING MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

8.1. Introduction

8.2. North America

8.2.1. USA

8.2.2. Canada

8.2.3. Mexico

8.3. South America

8.3.1. Brazil

8.3.2. Argentina

8.3.3. Others

8.4. Europe

8.4.1. United Kingdom

8.4.2. Germany

8.4.3. France

8.4.4. Italy

8.4.5. Spain

8.4.6. Others

8.5. Middle East and Africa

8.5.1. Saudi Arabia

8.5.2. UAE

8.5.3. Others

8.6. Asia Pacific

8.6.1. China

8.6.2. Japan

8.6.3. India

8.6.4. South Korea

8.6.5. Taiwan

8.6.6. Thailand

8.6.7. Indosneisa

8.6.8. Others

9. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

9.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

9.2. Market Share Analysis

9.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations

9.4. Competitive Dashboard

10. COMPANY PROFILES

10.1. Mondi PLC

10.2. DS Smith PLC

10.3. Coveris Holdings S.A

10.4. Amcor plc

10.5. Smurfit Kappa Group PLC

10.6. Sealed Air Corporation

10.7. Amcor plc 

10.8. LINPAC Packaging Limited

10.9. Sonoco Products Company

10.10. AEP Industries Inc.

11. APPENDIX

11.1. Currency 

11.2. Assumptions

11.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline

11.4. Key benefits for the stakeholders

11.5. Research Methodology 

11.6. Abbreviations 

Mondi PLC

DS Smith PLC

Coveris Holdings S.A

Amcor plc

Smurfit Kappa Group PLC

Sealed Air Corporation

Amcor plc 

LINPAC Packaging Limited

Sonoco Products Company

AEP Industries Inc.