Report Overview
The US market size in units for refrigerated meat, poultry, and seafood packaging is projected to increase at a rate of 0.9% per year to 51.3 billion units in 2028, with value growth of 2.6% per year to $8.3 billion. The packaging market for meat, poultry, and seafood is especially challenging among food markets due to the importance of meeting the specific performance criteria required while also remaining cost effective and adhering to changing sustainability goals as well as consumer preferences.
This report on refrigerated meat, poultry, and seafood packaging provides a comprehensive analysis of the market, including historical trends, growth factors, and future demand outlook. It covers various aspects such as the competition among packaging materials, pricing, and inflation. The report discusses packaging needs for different protein types (meat, poultry, seafood) and examines the impact of regulations, sustainability initiatives, and consumer preferences on packaging demand. It also explores the technologies used in packaging, including case-ready, modified atmosphere, vacuum, active, and intelligent packaging. Additionally, the report analyzes the demand for different packaging materials like plastic, paper, and paperboard, and provides insights into the leading suppliers and industry structure. The appendix includes definitions, methodology, sources, and macroeconomic assumptions.
Products for refrigerated meat, poultry, and seafood packaging include:
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Corrugated boxes and folding cartons
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Trays and sleeves
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Containers, including cans, clamshells, two-piece containers, blister packs, and jars
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Flexible packaging, including overwrap, lidding, pouches, bags, brick packs, chubs, and skin packaging
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Accessories, including labels and absorbent pads
Applications for refrigerated meat, poultry, and seafood packaging include:
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Meat, including beef, pork, and other
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Poultry, including chicken, turkey, and other
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Seafood
Materials for refrigerated meat, poultry, and seafood packaging include:
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Plastic, including rigid, flexible, and foam
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Paper & Paperboard
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Other Materials, including metal, molded fiber, glass, and mesh
This study examines the US market for refrigerated meat, poultry, and seafood packaging, defined as primary and secondary packaging materials sold to food manufacturers, primarily for products targeted at retail, foodservice, and food manufacturing markets. Historical data are provided for 2013, 2018, and 2023, with forecasts through 2033. Data are provided in current dollar value and units. Also provided is an analysis of key industry players.
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