Category: Plastic
Plastic market research reports by Freedonia Group
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US Egg Packaging
US Egg Packaging This study examines the egg packaging market in the US, presenting historical data for the years 2013, 2018, and 2023, along with forecasts for 2028 and 2033. Additionally, annual data from 2020 to 2027 are provided. The analysis includes demand in units and current US dollars, incl ... Read More
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US Seafood Packaging
US Seafood Packaging Unit demand for seafood packaging is forecast to increase 0.5% per year to 3.5 billion units in 2028, with value growth of 2.1% per year to $442 million. In general, the packaging market for seafood is especially challenging among food markets due to the importance of meeting th ... Read More
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US Turkey Packaging
US Turkey Packaging Unit demand for turkey packaging is forecast to increase 1.7% per year to 4.7 billion units in 2028, with value growth of 2.6% per year to $717 million. The packaging market for turkey is especially challenging among food markets due to the importance of meeting the specific perf ... Read More
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US Fresh Vegetable Packaging
US Fresh Vegetable Packaging Demand for fresh vegetable packaging in the US is projected to reach $2.2 billion in 2028, supported by an increase in packaged fresh vegetables such as fresh-cut products and ready-to-cook products. This report covers fresh vegetable packaging demand by product, materia ... Read More
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US Fresh Fruit Packaging
US Fresh Fruit Packaging Demand for fresh fruit packaging in the US is projected to reach $2.8 billion in 2028, supported by an increase in the share of fresh fruit that is sold in packaged form rather than loose/bulk. This report covers fresh fruit packaging demand by product, material, fruit type, ... Read More
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US Fresh Produce Packaging
US Fresh Produce Packaging Demand for fresh produce packaging is forecast to increase 2.4% per year to $7.3 billion in 2028 or 59 billion units. Market value gains will be supported by modest growth in unit sales as well as by: rising demand for value-added produce packaging, such as resealable tray ... Read More
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US E-Commerce Ready Packaging
US E-Commerce Ready Packaging E-commerce continues to have a profound impact on the packaging industry as companies adapt to the rapid shift from traditional retail models focused on brick-and-mortar stores and centralized distribution to one that includes online shopping and delivery direct to cust ... Read More
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US Beverage Packaging Consumer Insights
US Beverage Packaging Consumer Insights Consumer beverage shopping habits are evolving. The most notable influence is online shopping, but work-from-home habits, on-the-go patterns, and sustainability preferences also have sway. Therefore, an analysis of consumer trends can give insight to ways in w ... Read More
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US Bottled Water Packaging
US Bottled Water Packaging Demand for bottled water packaging is forecast to increase 2.9% annually to $16.0 billion in 2027, with unit demand expected to grow 1.8% annually to 375 billion. Gains will be supported by above average growth in the sparkling water market and, despite its maturity, signi ... Read More
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US Egg Packaging
US Egg Packaging Packaging for eggs in the US is forecast to grow 1.3% per year to $991 million in 2027, with market value supported by the growing use of higher value materials for egg cartons in order to improve performance and address sustainability concerns. However, in unit terms, demand will r ... Read More
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US Prepared Foods Packaging
US Prepared Foods Packaging Demand for prepared food packaging is forecast to increase 3.5% per year to $6.5 billion in 2027, with real growth of 2.1% per year to 63 billion units. Gains will be supported by increased demand for fresh (refrigerated) prepared foods such as grab-and-go dinners, salads ... Read More
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US Plastic Packaging for Food
US Plastic Packaging for Food Demand for food packaging made from plastic is forecast to increase 3.0% per year to $36 billion in 2027. Plastic will continue to be the largest and fastest growing of the major food packaging materials – thanks to its versatile nature, low cost, and excellent performa ... Read More
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US Sustainability in Packaging
Sustainability in Packaging Ongoing sustainability efforts continue to significantly impact the US packaging industry. Driven – at least in part – by public pressure, packaging producers and end users are increasingly concerned about the environmental effects of their products. This has sparked a va ... Read More
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Global Protective Packaging
Global Protective Packaging Global demand for protective packaging is forecast to increase 4.0% annually to $40.4 billion in 2027. Gains will be driven by double-digit growth in e-commerce sales, in addition to rising production of durable goods and protective packaging-intensive nondurable goods, s ... Read More
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Global Drums
Global Drums Global demand for drums is projected to increase 3.3% annually to $13.5 billion in 2026. As fairly well-established products, drum demand will be driven by the increasing output of the manufacturing markets in which they are most commonly used - chemicals and pharmaceuticals, which acco ... Read More
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US Plastic Foodservice Disposables
Plastic Foodservice Disposables 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 d ... Read More
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US Plastic Film
Plastic Film US demand for plastic film is expected to rise 1.3% yearly to 18.7 billion pounds, valued at $32.5 billion, in 2026. Gains will be driven by: continued recovery in manufacturing activity following declines in 2019 and 2020, the latter due to the COVID-19 pandemic ongoing gains in e-comm ... Read More
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US Mailers
Mailers NOW INCLUDES YEAR BY YEAR DATA. Demand for mailers is projected to increase 7.2% annually to $3.2 billion in 2026, with advances supported by continued robust levels of e-commerce sales and concomitant gains in the total number of packages shipped. In addition, mailers will take share from c ... Read More
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US Retort Food Packaging
Retort Food Packaging Demand for retort food packaging is forecast to increase 1.7% per year to $4.7 billion in 2026. The food market is challenging for packaging suppliers due to the vast number of distinct applications where packaging must not only meet specific performance criteria including exte ... Read More
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US Hot Fill Food Packaging
Hot Fill Food Packaging Demand for hot fill food packaging is forecast to increase 1.2% per year to $2.6 billion in 2026. The food market is challenging for packaging suppliers due to the vast number of distinct applications where packaging must not only meet specific performance criteria including ... Read More
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US Aseptic Food Packaging
Aseptic Food Packaging Demand for hot fill food packaging is forecast to increase 5.5% per year to $2.3 billion in 2026. The food market is challenging for packaging suppliers due to the vast number of distinct applications where packaging must not only meet specific performance criteria including e ... Read More
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US Yogurt Packaging
Yogurt Packaging Demand for nonfrozen yogurt packaging is forecast to increase 1.3% per year to $605 million in 2025. Advances will be restrained by anticipated stagnation in cup and tub demand due to market maturity and waning interest in the Greek-style yogurt trend in the dominant spoonable yogur ... Read More
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US Baked Goods Packaging
Baked Goods Packaging Through 2025, demand for baked goods packaging is forecast to rise 2.9% per year to $4.4 billion. After an above average increase in demand in 2020 due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, sales growth moderated in 2021 and demand going forward is expected to be in line wit ... Read More
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US Shelf-Stable Packaging
Shelf-Stable Packaging Demand for shelf stable food packaging is forecast to increase 2.4% per year to $9.6 billion in 2026. The food market is challenging for packaging suppliers due to the vast number of distinct applications where packaging must not only meet specific performance criteria includi ... Read More
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Food Packaging Consumer Insights
Food Packaging Consumer Insights Consumers are increasingly considering the way their food is packaged, particularly with an eye toward the amount and utility of packaging. Sustainability of packaging is also increasingly on the minds of consumers, as climate change and waste issues receive more med ... Read More
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