Molded Pulp Packaging

Molded Pulp Packaging

This study includes a Near Term COVID-19 Impact discussion.
US demand for molded pulp packaging (i.e., molded fiber packaging) is projected to increase 6.1% per year to $1.3 billion in 2024. Sales will rise on expanding demand for sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging, especially in the foodservice market.

This report covers molded pulp packaging demand by Market, Product, and Application. Data are provided in US dollar value at the manufacturers’ level.

Molded pulp packaging is segmented by market in terms of primary packaging, foodservice packaging, and protective packaging.

Molded pulp primary packaging products include:
Trays/flats
Egg cartons
Baskets, tills, and punnets
Other primary packaging

Applications for primary packaging are:
Eggs
Produce
Meat, frozen food, and other food
Non-food products

Foodservice products include:
Clamshells and containers
Plates, bowls, and lids
Drink and food carriers
Lunch trays
Other foodservice products

Applications for foodservice packaging products are:
Limited service restaurants
Institutions
Full-service restaurants
Other foodservice establishments

Protective packaging molded pulp products are:
Tray inserts
End caps
Shippers
Cradles, pallets, corner guards, and other protective packaging

Protective packaging applications include:
Wine and other beverages
E-commerce
Automotive parts
Industrial components
Food products
Electronics
Appliances and other durables
Other nondurables

Scope of the Report
This report covers the scope, size, and growth of the US molded pulp (i.e., molded fiber) packaging market, including key trends in markets, products, and application segmentation. Historical data are provided for 2009, 2014, and 2019, and forecasts are given for 2024, with year by year historical market volatility also addressed. Data are provided in US dollars with unit data available for selected products. Also included is an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.