Rigid Food Packaging Market Sales to Surpass US$ 317.7 Billion in 2033 as Millennials Flock Toward Online Food Delivery Platforms

Rigid Food Packaging Market
Rigid Food Packaging Market

As per Future Market Insights, the global rigid food packaging market is anticipated to surpass US$ 317.7 billion in 2033 from US$ 197.5 billion yet to be recorded in 2023. The market is likely to witness considerable growth at 4.9% CAGR between 2023 and 2033.

The food service industry is considered to be one of the most prominent sectors across the globe in recent years. Consumers adapt to outside eating habits either by going out to restaurants and cafes or by ordering food from numerous digital platforms. These preferences have spurred the food service market exponentially.

Numerous food chains have been developed in the past five years, and they are reaching their consumers globally by expanding their food chains in numerous countries. Few restaurants and cafes are opening up their outlets in various countries, and they are serving on-the-go food and fast food. Disposable food containers are being widely used by online food service companies.

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Expansion of the market for online food delivery is expected to supplement the rigid food packaging market, as most rigid containers such as plastic and paper containers, are provided by restaurants. Several fast food chains are using rigid paper boxes for delivering food to their consumers.

Busy lives of the working class population is one of the significant factors driving the food service industry and online food delivery platforms. Increased consumption of outside food, high disposable income, and changing spending habits are expected to fuel the demand for rigid food packaging solutions.

Key Takeaways from Rigid Food Packaging Market

  • Based on material, rigid food packaging made from bagasse material is expected to cover 4% of the global market share in 2022.
  • The cups & tubs segment by packaging type is anticipated to expand by 3% CAGR during the forecast period in the rigid food packaging market.
  • Based on application, the baby food category is estimated to grow 3 times the current rigid food packaging market value during the forecast period.
  • The U.S. rigid food packaging market is set to generate a share of around 7% in 2033.
  • India is projected to cover about 4% of the rigid food packaging market share throughout 2023.

 “Demand for ready-to-eat food products, increasing hygiene concerns, and rising consumption of canned food are set to burgeon the rigid food packaging market during the estimated time frame,” says a lead analyst at Future Market Insights.

Escalating Environmental Distress & Usage of Eco-friendly Material Prospering Growth Opportunity for Rigid Food Packaging Market

In the past few years, concerns over the environmental impact of materials used in food packaging industry have been significantly heightened in the global market. Numerous countries are implementing rules and regulations regarding non-degradable materials used on food packaging, causing increased pollution levels.

Necessary actions are being taken by governments to reduce pollution caused by non-decomposable materials such as plastic films and pouches. Few of the manufacturing companies and brands are working towards this initiative. These concerns can be addressed by the application of rigid containers made from bagasse, which is an eco-friendly and renewable resource made from plant fiber.

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Plates, cups, takeaway containers, bowls, and other containers can be manufactured from plant fiber. Numerous food businesses are looking forward to using these sustainable rigid food packaging containers, especially driven by high demand for eco-friendly solutions.

Ability of containers made from bio-waste to decompose and biodegrade is expected to fuel the rigid food packaging market. Grease-resistant, water-resistant, temperature- resistant, high strength, and insulating properties of rigid food packaging containers made from plant-based materials are expected to drive the global rigid food packaging market.

Competition Landscape: Rigid Food Packaging Market

Amcor plc, Greif Inc., Crown Holdings, Inc., Mauser Packaging Solutions, Berry Global Inc., Silgan Holdings Inc., Sonoco Products Company, Pactiv LLC, Printpack, ITC Packaging, DS Smith plc, WestRock Company, Sealed Air Corporation, Smurfit Kappa Group plc, Huhtamaki Oyj, Genpak, LLC, and Georgia-Pacific LLC among others are few of the key players spurring the global rigid food packaging market.

Get More Insights into the Rigid Food Packaging Market Report

Future Market Insights, in its new report, offers an unbiased and thorough analysis of the global rigid food packaging market, analysing historical demand from 2015-2022 and forecast statistics for 2023-2033. The study reveals market growth projections for the rigid food packaging market based on the material (plastic, paper & paperboard, metal, glass, bagasse), packaging type (trays & clamshells, bottles & jars, cans, cups & tubs, boxes & cartons, others (bowls, cutlery)), and application (meat, poultry & seafood, dairy products, bakery & confectionary, ready-to-eat food, baby food, produce food, other foods (spices, sauces)) across seven regions.

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Rigid Food Packaging Market Outlook by Category

By Material:

  • Plastic
  • Paper & Paperboard
  • Metal
  • Glass
  • Bagasse

By Packaging Type:

  • Trays & Clamshell
  • Bottles & Jars
  • Cans
  • Cups & Tubs
  • Boxes & Cartons
  • Others (Bowls, Cutlery)

By Application:

  • Meat, Poultry & Seafood
  • Dairy Products
  • Bakery & Confectionary
  • Ready-to-eat Food
  • Baby Food
  • Produce Food
  • Other Foods (Spices, Sauces)

By Region:

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Europe
  • South Asia
  • East Asia
  • Middle East & Africa
  • Oceania

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About the Author

Nikhil Kaitwade

Associate Vice President at Future Market Insights, Inc. has over a decade of experience in market research and business consulting. He has successfully delivered 1500+ client assignments, predominantly in Automotive, Chemicals, Industrial Equipment, Oil & Gas, and Service industries.
His core competency circles around developing research methodology, creating a unique analysis framework, statistical data models for pricing analysis, competition mapping, and market feasibility analysis. His expertise also extends wide and beyond analysis, advising clients on identifying growth potential in established and niche market segments, investment/divestment decisions, and market entry decision-making.
Nikhil holds an MBA degree in Marketing and IT and a Graduate in Mechanical Engineering. Nikhil has authored several publications and quoted in journals like EMS Now, EPR Magazine, and EE Times.

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