Fresh Food Packaging Market To Reach $240.68 Billion By 2033

Fresh Food Packaging Market Growth & Trends

The global fresh food packaging market size is expected to reach USD 240.68 billion by 2033, registering a CAGR of 5.6% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing demand for fresh dairy products from developing countries is expected to be the key driver for the market over the forecast period.

The industry has experienced a significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic owing to the disruption of the supply chain. The shutdown in China, which is one of the key raw material producers, has impacted packaging manufacturers globally. The shortage in supply of raw materials like plastics, aluminum, steel, and others from Chinese manufacturers has resulted in a demand-supply gap, however, the manufacturing is expected to ramp up the production gradually.

The demand for packaging of fresh vegetables and fruits remained intact as the supply chain remained unaffected and imports continued during the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, the fruits and vegetables with high vitamin C content witnessed a significant increase in sales which further contributed to the increased supply-demand gap for the market.

The increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions has forced various companies to develop products that are recyclable or biodegradable. For instance, in November 2020, Amcor plc introduced a new product line, Packpyrus, which is a paper-based packaging solution for meat and cheese. Similarly, in September 2019, PPC Flexible Packaging LLC launched PPC green products, which include compostable and recyclable pouches to strengthen its sustainable eco-friendly product portfolio

Major market players are constantly acquiring smaller market participants to increase their market shares in the global market. For instance, in February 2019, Sealed Air announced the acquisition of MGM’s flexible packaging business to increase its market presence and expand its food packaging product portfolio. Similarly, in June 2019, Amcor Plc acquired U.S.-based Bemis Company Inc., a manufacturer of flexible and rigid packaging, to increase its global reach.

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Fresh Food Packaging Market Report Highlights

• Based on packaging type, the rigid fresh food packaging segment led the market and accounted for a 50.9% share of the global revenue in 2025. The flexible fresh food packaging segment is expected to witness a CAGR of 6.3% over the forecast period.

• Based on material, the plastic segment dominated the global market, accounting for more than 36.8% of revenue in 2025. The paper and paperboard material segment accounted for the second-largest market share in the global fresh food packaging market.

• Based on application, the dairy products segment accounted for the highest revenue share of over 39.8% in 2025. The fruits and vegetables application segment is expected to witness a CAGR of 5.5% in terms of revenue over the forecast period.

• Asia Pacific dominated the market with a revenue share of 43.52% in 2025. China’s fresh food packaging demand is rising rapidly due to structural shifts in food distribution and consumption patterns.

Fresh Food Packaging Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented global fresh food packaging market report on the basis of material, packaging type, application, and region:

Fresh Food Packaging Packaging Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• Rigid

  • Clamshells

  • Trays & Boxes

  • Others

• Flexible

  • Pouches & Bags

  • Wraps & Films

Fresh Food Packaging Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• Plastic

  • Polypropylene

  • Polyethylene

  • Polystyrene

  • Polyvinyl Chloride

• Polyethylene Terephthalate

• Paper & Paper Board

• Bagasse

• Polylactic Acid

• Others

Fresh Food Packaging Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• Eggs, Meat & Seafood

• Fruits & Vegetables

• Dairy Products

Fresh Food Packaging Region Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)

• North America

  • U.S

  • Canada

• Europe

  • UK

  • Germany

  • France

  • Italy

  • Spain

  • Denmark

  • Norway

  • Sweden

  • Russia

  • Poland

  • Netherlands

  • Portugal

• Asia Pacific

  • India

  • China

  • Japan

• Latin America

  • Brazil

  • Mexico

• Middle East & Africa

  • South Africa

List of Key Players of Fresh Food Packaging Market

• Amcor plc

• DS Smith Plc

• Mondi

• Coveris

• FLAIR Flexible Packaging Corporation

• PPC Flexible Packaging LLC

• Flex-Pack

• Transcontinental Inc.

• FFP Packaging Ltd.

• Sealed Air

• GRUPO LANTERO

• INFIA srl

• Sonoco Products Company

• Huhtamaki

• CLONDALKIN GROUP

• Clifton Packaging Group Limited

• ProAmpac

• Genpak, LLC

• Pro-Pac Packaging Limited

• WINPAK LTD