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US Plastic Foodservice Disposables
This report covers the scope, size, and growth of the US market for plastic foodservice disposable packaging and serviceware, including key trends in material, product, and market segments.
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This study analyzes US demand for plastic foodservice disposables by product, material, and market. Product segments include:
- beverage packaging, including cups, lids, fillable beverage pouches, and plastic bladders for bag-in-box
- clamshells
- food cups (including portion cups), tubs, pails, and their respective lids
- two-piece containers
- flexible and other food packaging
- carryout bags
- serviceware, including dinnerware, cutlery, straws and stirrers, trays and carriers, and other serviceware such as table covers, skewers, and steak markers
- rigid plastic
- plastic foam
- flexible plastic (film)
- bioplastics
Historical data (2012, 2017, and 2022) and forecasts for 2027 are presented for plastic foodservice disposables demand in current US dollars (including inflation) and in units.
Demand for plastic foodservice single-use products is forecast to grow 3.5% annually to $14.3 billion in 2027. However, growth in market value will come primarily from a shift in product mix toward higher value packaging and carryout bags. In real terms, demand will decline overall but this hides several important underlying trends:
- Overall demand in units will decline slightly due to sustainability-driven efforts to reduce or eliminate the use of single-use plastics and this will be especially noticeable in small plastic serviceware like straws and cutlery.
- Above average growth is expected in disposables used in the fast growing takeout and delivery market, especially for full-service establishments that have historically not been large users of disposables.
Serviceware to Experience Slowest Growth Due to Sustainability Concerns
Serviceware – including dinnerware, trays, cutlery, and straws – has historically comprised a significant portion of plastic foodservice disposable demand due to the convenience and sanitary benefits proffered by these items compared to reusable options. However, smaller serviceware products such as straws and cutlery are often improperly disposed of and may negatively interfere with the environment. As such, many foodservice operators are electing to either switch to serviceware made of alternative, compostable materials, or outright stop offering these items, as they are often viewed as “excess” packaging and unnecessary.Carryout & Off-Premises Dining Continues at High Levels
Limited service restaurants have long had a strong takeout business, but over the past decade there has been a marked shift in focus for all restaurants to off-premise sales. Shifts away from dining inside restaurants are significantly expanding the number of disposables needed per order, leading to the development of improved products designed to deliver food safely while retaining its quality and presentation.Flexible Formats to See the Strongest Growth
Though the majority of plastic foodservice disposable are composed of rigid plastic or foam, flexible plastic continues to penetrate the market. This is especially true for newer packaging products such as fillable beverage pouches and bag-in-box formats, which will see the strongest growth among all disposables due to their lighter weight, increased product evacuation, and lower cost compared to traditional alternatives such as cups.Suppliers Increase Use of Recycled Content & Bioplastic to Improve Sustainability
Though plastic remains a significant portion of single-use foodservice packaging, it suffers from a poor sustainability image and faces stiff competition from materials seen as more environmentally friendly such as molded fiber. In an effort combat this, many plastic manufacturers are increasingly incorporating post-consumer recycled content into their packaging, as well as offering products made of bioplastic and biodegradable foam, improving the materials’ sustainability. These newer materials are expected to experience strong gains and bolster value growth of plastic disposables overall.Historical Market Trends
At its broadest level, demand for single-use foodservice products is driven by trends in foodservice revenue, which is an indicator of the number of meals eaten away from home and the amount spent on those meals. Growth in foodservice activity in turn is dependent on a number of macroeconomic and demographic factors including:- Trends in food consumption and the mix of food eaten at home versus away from home
- The health of the overall economy and levels of disposable income, which impact the ability of consumers to spend on more expensive restaurant meals (compared to home cooking)
- Changes in the population mix, especially in terms of age cohorts (such as young adults) that are likely to eat out more often
- Trends in consumer spending, including spending on travel and entertainment, which impact foodservice sales at hotels and sports and recreation venues
- Student enrollment levels and trends in school lunch programs
- the mix of restaurants that are limited versus full-service, as limited service restaurants use a higher level and broader mix of disposables
- the share of total restaurant orders that are provided via drive-thru, curbside pickup, carryout, or delivery services
- the size and diversity of restaurant menus, as specific disposables are often used with specific menu items
- social factors such as health concerns, which not only influence the amount consumers eat out but the type of foods they purchase
- sustainability initiatives, which impact the overall level of disposables used as well as the types of products and materials used
- regulations, especially restrictions on specific materials or types of disposables
Markets Overview
There are three primary markets for foodservice plastic disposables, each with its own mix of products used:- commercial restaurants (eating and drinking places):
- Limited service restaurants include quick service (fast food and fast casual) restaurants and coffee and snack shops. Food trucks/street food vendors are also included here.
- Full-service restaurants include restaurants, bars, buffets, and cafeterias that offer table service.
- retail foodservice, such as in grocery stores and convenience stores
- non-commercial food service establishments including lodging, recreation (sports and entertainment) venues, educational establishments, and other markets, such as hospitals and prisons; also known as managed services
Demand for single-use plastic foodservice products is forecast to grow 3.5% annually to $14.3 billion in 2027, with growth boosted by continued recovery in the full-service restaurant, lodging, education, and recreation sectors. Furthermore, growth at retail stores will remain healthy due to the continued proliferation of fresh, ready-to-eat options available in-store.
Limited service restaurants account for the largest share of foodservice disposables demand, accounting for 64% of the total, due to the reliance of quick service restaurants on single-use products for both on and off premises dining, as well as their general popularity.
In addition, disposables usage will see above average growth in the fast casual sector as these establishments continue to gain market share in the restaurant industry. Fast casual outlets are increasing their focus on carryout and delivery sales and are also seeing a greater than average shift to higher value and more sustainable packaging, which helps gives customers a sense that these restaurants serve fresher, healthier foods.
Pricing Patterns
The foodservice disposables industry is competitive, and product pricing is a significant factor in customer purchasing decisions. Factors influencing prices for foodservice disposable products include:- raw material and labor costs
- shipping and transportation costs
- supply and demand balances
- customization, design, and printing costs
- changes in the material mix for various products
- increasing participation in and corresponding competition from products made of newer and more innovative materials
- import competition
Despite the significance of raw material costs as a base influence on disposables prices, pricing for single-use foodservice products does not always track raw material costs, as manufacturers tend to absorb raw material price increases as much as possible to maintain competitiveness. In addition, foodservice establishments can switch from one type of disposable to another if cost becomes an issue and this limits the ability of disposables producers to pass on increasing materials costs as well.
Demand by Material
Plastic single-use foodservice products include disposable goods made from rigid plastic, flexible plastic (plastic film), and foamed plastic. The plastic used can be either conventional plastic, derived from petroleum or natural gas, or bioplastics, which are derived from renewable resources.Demand for single-use foodservice products made from plastic is expected to grow 3.5% annually to $14.3 billion in 2027:
- Rigid items account for by far the largest share of the single-use plastic foodservice product market – 62% in 2022 – and will see good growth in demand. Cups, clamshells, and other containers made from plastic are ubiquitous and continue to enjoy healthy demand because of their favorable performance properties.
- Demand for plastic foam foodservice single-use products will register the slowest growth, due to the material’s slow decomposition rate and inability to be easily recycled, which have made it the target of consumer, business, and municipal restrictions meant to increase sustainability.
- Flexible plastic demand will benefit from strong growth in beverage packaging applications.
Bioplastics, which historically have played a minor role in the foodservice industry, are expected to see strong growth in demand going forward as new products with better performance and sustainability profiles enter the market and prices become more competitive.
Demand for plastic foodservice single-use products is forecast to grow 3.5% annually to $14.3 billion in 2027. However, growth in market value will come primarily from a shift in product mix toward higher value packaging and carryout bags. In real terms, demand will decline overall but this hides several important underlying trends:
- Overall demand in units will decline slightly due to sustainability-driven efforts to reduce or eliminate the use of single-use plastics and this will be especially noticeable in small plastic serviceware like straws and cutlery.
- Above average growth is expected in disposables used in the fast growing takeout and delivery market, especially for full-service establishments that have historically not been large users of disposables.
Serviceware to Experience Slowest Growth Due to Sustainability Concerns
Serviceware – including dinnerware, trays, cutlery, and straws – has historically comprised a significant portion of plastic foodservice disposable demand due to the convenience and sanitary benefits proffered by these items compared to reusable options. However, smaller serviceware products such as straws and cutlery are often improperly disposed of and may negatively interfere with the environment. As such, many foodservice operators are electing to either switch to serviceware made of alternative, compostable materials, or outright stop offering these items, as they are often viewed as “excess” packaging and unnecessary.Carryout & Off-Premises Dining Continues at High Levels
Limited service restaurants have long had a strong takeout business, but over the past decade there has been a marked shift in focus for all restaurants to off-premise sales. Shifts away from dining inside restaurants are significantly expanding the number of disposables needed per order, leading to the development of improved products designed to deliver food safely while retaining its quality and presentation.Flexible Formats to See the Strongest Growth
Though the majority of plastic foodservice disposable are composed of rigid plastic or foam, flexible plastic continues to penetrate the market. This is especially true for newer packaging products such as fillable beverage pouches and bag-in-box formats, which will see the strongest growth among all disposables due to their lighter weight, increased product evacuation, and lower cost compared to traditional alternatives such as cups.Suppliers Increase Use of Recycled Content & Bioplastic to Improve Sustainability
Though plastic remains a significant portion of single-use foodservice packaging, it suffers from a poor sustainability image and faces stiff competition from materials seen as more environmentally friendly such as molded fiber. In an effort combat this, many plastic manufacturers are increasingly incorporating post-consumer recycled content into their packaging, as well as offering products made of bioplastic and biodegradable foam, improving the materials’ sustainability. These newer materials are expected to experience strong gains and bolster value growth of plastic disposables overall.Historical Market Trends
At its broadest level, demand for single-use foodservice products is driven by trends in foodservice revenue, which is an indicator of the number of meals eaten away from home and the amount spent on those meals. Growth in foodservice activity in turn is dependent on a number of macroeconomic and demographic factors including:- Trends in food consumption and the mix of food eaten at home versus away from home
- The health of the overall economy and levels of disposable income, which impact the ability of consumers to spend on more expensive restaurant meals (compared to home cooking)
- Changes in the population mix, especially in terms of age cohorts (such as young adults) that are likely to eat out more often
- Trends in consumer spending, including spending on travel and entertainment, which impact foodservice sales at hotels and sports and recreation venues
- Student enrollment levels and trends in school lunch programs
- the mix of restaurants that are limited versus full-service, as limited service restaurants use a higher level and broader mix of disposables
- the share of total restaurant orders that are provided via drive-thru, curbside pickup, carryout, or delivery services
- the size and diversity of restaurant menus, as specific disposables are often used with specific menu items
- social factors such as health concerns, which not only influence the amount consumers eat out but the type of foods they purchase
- sustainability initiatives, which impact the overall level of disposables used as well as the types of products and materials used
- regulations, especially restrictions on specific materials or types of disposables
Markets Overview
There are three primary markets for foodservice plastic disposables, each with its own mix of products used:- commercial restaurants (eating and drinking places):
- Limited service restaurants include quick service (fast food and fast casual) restaurants and coffee and snack shops. Food trucks/street food vendors are also included here.
- Full-service restaurants include restaurants, bars, buffets, and cafeterias that offer table service.
- retail foodservice, such as in grocery stores and convenience stores
- non-commercial food service establishments including lodging, recreation (sports and entertainment) venues, educational establishments, and other markets, such as hospitals and prisons; also known as managed services
Demand for single-use plastic foodservice products is forecast to grow 3.5% annually to $14.3 billion in 2027, with growth boosted by continued recovery in the full-service restaurant, lodging, education, and recreation sectors. Furthermore, growth at retail stores will remain healthy due to the continued proliferation of fresh, ready-to-eat options available in-store.
Limited service restaurants account for the largest share of foodservice disposables demand, accounting for 64% of the total, due to the reliance of quick service restaurants on single-use products for both on and off premises dining, as well as their general popularity.
In addition, disposables usage will see above average growth in the fast casual sector as these establishments continue to gain market share in the restaurant industry. Fast casual outlets are increasing their focus on carryout and delivery sales and are also seeing a greater than average shift to higher value and more sustainable packaging, which helps gives customers a sense that these restaurants serve fresher, healthier foods.
Pricing Patterns
The foodservice disposables industry is competitive, and product pricing is a significant factor in customer purchasing decisions. Factors influencing prices for foodservice disposable products include:- raw material and labor costs
- shipping and transportation costs
- supply and demand balances
- customization, design, and printing costs
- changes in the material mix for various products
- increasing participation in and corresponding competition from products made of newer and more innovative materials
- import competition
Despite the significance of raw material costs as a base influence on disposables prices, pricing for single-use foodservice products does not always track raw material costs, as manufacturers tend to absorb raw material price increases as much as possible to maintain competitiveness. In addition, foodservice establishments can switch from one type of disposable to another if cost becomes an issue and this limits the ability of disposables producers to pass on increasing materials costs as well.
Demand by Material
Plastic single-use foodservice products include disposable goods made from rigid plastic, flexible plastic (plastic film), and foamed plastic. The plastic used can be either conventional plastic, derived from petroleum or natural gas, or bioplastics, which are derived from renewable resources.Demand for single-use foodservice products made from plastic is expected to grow 3.5% annually to $14.3 billion in 2027:
- Rigid items account for by far the largest share of the single-use plastic foodservice product market – 62% in 2022 – and will see good growth in demand. Cups, clamshells, and other containers made from plastic are ubiquitous and continue to enjoy healthy demand because of their favorable performance properties.
- Demand for plastic foam foodservice single-use products will register the slowest growth, due to the material’s slow decomposition rate and inability to be easily recycled, which have made it the target of consumer, business, and municipal restrictions meant to increase sustainability.
- Flexible plastic demand will benefit from strong growth in beverage packaging applications.
Bioplastics, which historically have played a minor role in the foodservice industry, are expected to see strong growth in demand going forward as new products with better performance and sustainability profiles enter the market and prices become more competitive.
- Executive Summary
- Figure 1-1. Plastic Foodservice Disposables Market Outlook
- About This Report
- Report Details
- Study Scope & Product Description
- Figure 2-1. Plastic Foodservice Disposables: Product Examples
- Short-Term Trends
- Table | Annual Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand by Product, 2020 - 2023
- Table | Annual Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand by Market, 2020 - 2023
- Figure 2-2. Plastic Foodservice Disposables Value Demand, 2020 – 2024
- Overview
- Historical Market Trends
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand, 2012 - 2022
- Figure 3-1. Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand, 2000 - 2022
- Plastic Single-Use Products Overview
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Demand by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 3-2. Plastic Foodservice Disposables Market Share by Product, 2022
- Markets Overview
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 3-3. Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Pricing Patterns
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposables: Selected Average Prices, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Factors Impacting Plastic Disposables Demand
- Foodservice Industry Trends
- Figure 3-4. Monthly Foodservice Revenues, January 2019 - July 2022
- Figure 3-5. Foodservice Revenues Share by Establishment Type, 2022
- Regulations
- Sustainability Initiatives
- Foodservice Industry Trends
- Global Restrictions on Single-Use Plastics
- Historical Market Trends
- Materials Trends
- Demand by Material
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 4-1. Plastic Foodservice Disposables Product Value Growth by Material, 2022 – 2027
- Rigid Plastic
- Table | Rigid Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand by Type, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Plastic Foam
- Table | Plastic Foam Foodservice Disposables Demand by Type, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Flexible Plastic (Film)
- Table | Flexible Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand by Type, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Bioplastics
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposables Demand: Conventional Plastic vs. Bioplastic, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 4-2. Bioplastic Market Value Share, 2007, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Demand by Material
- Beverage Packaging
- Scope & Product Description
- Figure 5-1. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Packaging: Product Examples
- Product Trends
- Demand by Product
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Packaging Demand by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 5-2. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Packaging Demand by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022, &
- Beverage Cups
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Cup Demand by Beverage Type, Material, &Market, 2012, 2017,
- Figure 5-3. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Cup Demand: Hot vs. Cold, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Beverage Cup Lids
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Lid Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Fillable Beverage Pouches
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Fillable Pouch Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Bag-in-Box (Plastic Bladders)
- Table | Foodservice Bag-in-Box Bladder Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Demand by Product
- Materials Trends
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Packaging Demand by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Markets
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Packaging Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Key Suppliers
- Table | Selected Plastic Foodservice Disposable Beverage Packaging Suppliers & Materials
- Scope & Product Description
- Clamshells
- Scope & Product Description
- Figure 6-1. Plastic Foodservice Clamshells: Product Examples
- Materials Trends
- Demand by Material
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Clamshell Demand by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 6-2. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Clamshell Demand by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Foam Clamshells
- Table | Foam Foodservice Clamshell Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 6-3. Plastic Foodservice Clamshell Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Rigid Plastic Clamshells
- Table | Rigid Plastic Foodservice Clamshell Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 6-4. Rigid Plastic Foodservice Clamshell Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Demand by Material
- Markets
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Clamshell Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Key Suppliers
- Table | Selected Plastic Clamshell Suppliers & Materials
- Scope & Product Description
- Food Cups, Tubs, &Pails
- Scope & Product Description
- Figure 7-1. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Food Cups, Tubs, &Pails: Product Examples
- Product Trends
- Demand by Product
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Food Cup, Tub, Pail, &Lids Demand by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 7-2. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Food Cup, Tub, &Pail Demand by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022,
- Food Cups & Lids
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Food Cups & Lids Demand by Product, Material, &Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 7-3. Plastic Foodservice Food Cups & Lids Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Tubs, Pails & Lids
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Food Tubs, Pails, &Lids Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 7-4. Plastic Foodservice Food Tubs, Pails, &Lids Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Portion Cups & Lids
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Food Portion Cups & Lids Demand by Product & Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 7-5. Plastic Foodservice Food Portion Cups & Lids Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Demand by Product
- Materials Trends
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Food Cup, Tub, &Pail Demand by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 7-6. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Food Cup, Tub, &Pail Demand by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022
- Markets
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Food Cup, Tub, &Pail Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Key Suppliers
- Table | Selected Plastic Disposable Food Cup, Tub, &Pail Suppliers & Materials
- Scope & Product Description
- Two-Piece Containers
- Scope & Product Description
- Figure 8-1. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Two-Piece Container: Product Examples
- Materials Trends
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Two-Piece Container Demand by Component & Material, 2012, 2017, 2022,
- Markets
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Two-Piece Container Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Key Suppliers
- Table | Selected Plastic Two-Piece Container Suppliers & Materials
- Scope & Product Description
- Flexible & Other Food Packaging
- Scope & Product Description
- Figure 9-1. Flexible & Other Plastic Food Disposable Packaging: Product Examples
- Product Trends
- Table | Flexible & Other Plastic Foodservice Disposable Packaging Demand by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 9-2. Flexible & Other Plastic Foodservice Disposable Packaging Demand by Product, 2012, 2017,
- Markets
- Table | Flexible & Other Plastic Foodservice Disposable Packaging Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Key Suppliers
- Table | Selected Flexible & Other Plastic Foodservice Disposable Suppliers & Products
- Scope & Product Description
- Carryout Bags
- Scope & Product Description
- Figure 10-1. Carryout Bags: Product Examples
- Market Trends
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Carryout Bag Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 10-2. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Carryout Bag Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Key Suppliers
- Table | Selected Foodservice Disposable Plastic Carryout Bag Suppliers & Products
- Scope & Product Description
- Serviceware
- Scope & Product Description
- Figure 11-1. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Serviceware: Product Examples
- Product Trends
- Demand by Product
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Serviceware Demand by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 11-2. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Serviceware Demand by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Dinnerware
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Dinnerware Demand by Product, Material, &Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 11-3. Plastic Foodservice Dinnerware Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Cutlery
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Cutlery Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 11-4. Plastic Foodservice Cutlery Demand by Product & Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Straws & Stirrers
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Straws & Stirrers Demand by Product & Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 11-5. Plastic Foodservice Straws & Stirrers Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Trays & Carriers
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Trays & Carriers Demand, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Other Serviceware
- Table | Other Plastic Foodservice Serviceware Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 11-6. Other Plastic Foodservice Serviceware Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Demand by Product
- Materials Trends
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Serviceware Demand by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 11-7. Plastic Foodservice Disposable Serviceware Demand by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Markets
- Table | Plastic Foodservice Disposable Serviceware Demand by Market, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Key Suppliers
- Table | Selected Plastic Foodservice Serviceware Suppliers & Products
- Scope & Product Description
- Eating & Drinking Places
- Market Scope
- Market Overview
- Table | Eating & Drinking Places (Restaurants) Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Establishment T
- Figure 12-1. Eating & Drinking Places (Restaurants) Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Es
- Limited Service Restaurants
- Disposables Demand by Product Category
- Table | Limited Service Restaurant Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Product, 2012, 2017, 2022,
- Figure 12-2. Limited Service Restaurant Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Product, 2012,
- Disposables Demand by Material
- Table | Limited Service Restaurant Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022,
- Figure 12-3. Limited Service Restaurant Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Material, 2012
- Disposables Demand by Product Category
- Full-Service Restaurants
- Disposables Demand by Product Category
- Table | Full-Service Restaurant Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Product Category, 2012, 2017,
- Figure 12-4. Full-Service Restaurant Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Product Category,
- Disposables Demand by Material
- Table | Full-Service Restaurant Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2
- Figure 12-5. Full-Service Restaurant Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Material, 2012, 2
- Disposables Demand by Product Category
- Retail & Non-commercial
- Market Scope
- Market Overview
- Table | Retail & Non-commercial Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Establishment Type, 2012, 2017
- Figure 13-1. Retail & Non-commercial Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Establishment Typ
- Retail Foodservice
- Disposables Demand by Product Category
- Table | Retail Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Product Category, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 13-2. Retail Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Product Category, 2012, 2017, 2022
- Disposables Demand by Material
- Table | Retail Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Figure 13-3. Retail Market for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Disposables Demand by Product Category
- Non-commercial Foodservice
- Disposables Demand by Product Category
- Table | Non-commercial Foodservice Markets for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Product Category, 2012, 20
- Figure 13-4. Non-commercial Foodservice Markets for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Product Categ
- Disposables Demand by Material
- Table | Non-commercial Foodservice Markets for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Material, 2012, 2017, 2022
- Figure 13-5. Non-commercial Foodservice Markets for Plastic Foodservice Disposables by Material, 201
- Disposables Demand by Product Category
- Key Suppliers & Market Share
- Industry Composition
- Key Suppliers
- Appendix
- Report Details
- Table | Relevant Industry Codes
- Definitions
- Freedonia Methodology
- Study-Specific Methodology
- Sources
- Related Studies & Reports
- Macroeconomic Assumptions
- Table | Macroeconomic Indicators, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Table | Population & Households, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Table | Personal Consumption Expenditures & Retail Sales, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Table | Nondurable Goods Retail Sales, 2012, 2017, 2022, &2027
- Report Details
What have suppliers focused on to make single-use foodservice products more sustainable?
To make single-use products more sustainable, suppliers have focused on: source reduction, increasing recyclability and degradability and producing single-use from recycled materials that can be re-recycled.
What is the total foodservice revenue in the US?
Foodservice revenues are forecast to rise 3.7% per year to $1.3 trillion in 2027. Growth will result from continued real recovery in the foodservice industry and trends toward eating away from home.
What product will see fastest growth for rigid plastic in foodservice packaging?
The fastest growth for rigid plastic will continue to be in two-piece plastic containers due largely to the growing popularity of takeout and delivery, particularly from full-service and fast casual restaurants.
Who are the leading companies for plastic foodservice single-use products?
The five leading companies of 2022 for plastic foodservice produts in the US were Pactiv Evergreen, Dart Container, Berry Global, Novolex and Genpak.
