The Europe food cans market size is estimated to reach USD 10.64 billion by 2030, registering to grow at a CAGR of 2.1% from 2025 to 2030 according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing demand for processed eatable products by the consumers in the region is expected to drive the industry growth.
The buyers in the market are major food processing companies such as Westmill Foods and Nestlé S.A., which lay high emphasis on can quality and order high product volumes. In addition, the aforementioned companies are also involved in extensive can design customization in accordance with the product being packaged.
The industry for the product in the region is expected to exhibit limited growth on account of increasing market maturity. The economies in the region exhibit a high penetration of the metal packaging in the processing industry, leading to a limited market growth. In addition, high demand for plastic and paper-based packaging for food products is expected to limit the growth.
The industry growth is restrained by the price volatility of raw materials such as steel and aluminum sheets. The demand for the product is expected to witness limited growth on account of severe regulations enacted by the European Commission such as banning the use of BPA in the cans that come in direct contact with eatable products.
Request a free sample copy or view report summary: Europe Food Cans Market Report
The aluminum segment accounted for 42.7% of the European food cans market in 2024 due to its lightweight properties, superior strength, and excellent barrier properties against light, moisture, and oxygen, which help preserve the quality and freshness of food products.
The fish segment held the largest revenue share in 2024, driven by the high demand for canned fish products, which are popular for their convenience, long shelf life, and nutritional value.
The steel segment is projected to grow at a CAGR of 1.9% from 2025 to 2030 due to its durability and strength, which make it suitable for packaging heavier and bulkier food items.
Grand View Research has segmented the Europe food cans market based on product, application, and country:
Europe Food Cans Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Aluminum
Steel
Europe Food Cans Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Meat
Ready Meals
Vegetables
Fish
Fruits
Powder Products
Pet food
Others
Europe Food Cans Country Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Russia
Turkey
List of Key Players in Europe Food Cans Market
Ardagh Group
Ball Corporation
Can-Pack S.A.
CPMC Holdings Limited
Crown Holdings Inc.
Nestlé S.A.
Zwanenberg Food Group
Silgan Holdings Inc.,
Lucky Star Ltd. (Glenryck)
Sarten Romania SRL
"The quality of research they have done for us has been excellent..."