Food Storage Containers Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Paperboard Food Containers, Plastic Food Containers, Metal Food Containers, and Glass Food Containers), By Application (Meat Products, Dairy Products, Bakery Products, Fruits and Vegetables, and Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2034

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FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MARKET OVERVIEW

The Global Food Storage Containers Market is projected to reach USD 186.09 billion in 2025, grow further to about USD 192.79 billion in 2026, and is anticipated to achieve nearly USD 255.83 billion by 2034, progressing at a CAGR of 3.6% during 2025–2034.

Food is kept in a food storage container at ambient temperature, in the fridge, or in the freezer. Any of these ways to store food can be done in a variety of ways. Numerous aspects must be taken into consideration when selecting the sort of container to employ. Taking into account the type of food, the length of storage, the amount of storage space, and the style of storage (room temperature, refrigerator, or frozen). Glass containers, plastic containers, and plastic bags are all respectable alternatives.

In order to increase the shelf life of food, food containers are primarily used for product preservation, storage, and transportation. Food containers need to be durable enough to guard against deterioration or damage to the package's contents. Food containers are made of different materials and serve a range of functions. Food containers allow meals to be transported safely over great distances from their source, preserving the food's quality. Growing consumer awareness of environmental and sustainability issues related to food packaging is anticipated to have an impact on the market for food containers. The expansion of packaged food as one of the most lucrative segments of the global F&B sector in recent years to fuel significant developments in the food container industry.

 Key Findings

COVID-19 Impact

Manufacturing Industries Shut Down, Restricted Companies from Product Supply

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with food storage containers experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The spike in CAGR is attributable to demand returning to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over.

Industries were severely affected by the outbreak of the pandemic. The market for blenders & juicers experienced a disruption in supply chain and manufacturing operations. Stringent lockdown restrictions affected the manufacturing rate of consumer goods. The closure of retail stores slowed down the market growth. Additionally, the consumers avoided buying any product to avoid any chance of getting infected by the virus. The demand for the product was on a constant rise as the outbreak of the pandemic boosted health concerns among the population.

LATEST TRENDS

Massive Food Production to Boost the Market Growth

The massive expansion in the world's food production is expected to drive the market. An increase in demand for suitable packaging that makes food easy to transport, store, and consume right away is forecasted to boost food storage containers market growth. Manufacturers of food containers must, therefore, constantly adapt to the shifting preferences of their customers. The percentage of households eating packaged goods, the increase in homes with two incomes, and the rise in the number of working women are all contributing to the future expansion of the global food container market. The demand for food containers is anticipated to be driven by the growth of single-person households and the population in urban regions.

• According to market research, the global production of packaged food increased by 210 million tons in 2023, boosting demand for food storage containers.

• According to industry reports, over 180 million households globally adopted eco-friendly food containers in 2023, reflecting the rising preference for sustainable packaging.

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FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MARKET SEGMENTATION

• By Type Analysis

By type, the market is segmented into paperboard food containers, plastic food containers, metal food containers, and glass food containers.

Plastic food containers are anticipated to lead the food storage containers market growth due to the higher preference of the population towards it. Plastics are preferred for less portable varieties owing to the rising adoption of quick-prepared meals and packaged food components such as seeds and nuts, packaged spices, single-serve noodles, and others.

• By Application Analysis

Based on application, the market is classified into meat products, dairy products, bakery products, fruits and vegetables, and others.

DRIVING FACTORS

Convenience Offered By the Product to Aid Product Demand

For many consumers, the ease of transporting, packaging, and consuming the food these containers offer has taken on significant importance. The producers need to adjust to how their customers' lifestyles are evolving. Changes in working people's lifestyles and busy schedules are expected to have a favorable effect on the market growth. Additionally, the growing demand for packaged and processed foods is expected to fuel the global food storage containers market growth over the next few years. The plastic food container market is anticipated to experience the quickest rate of growth due to the convenience and affordability it offers over conventional materials like glass, metal, and paper board. Because of the many advantages they offer, bags and pouches are common containers. Visual appeal, product distinctiveness, a branding opportunity, conservation of freshness, and mobility are additional factors that may gain customers in the global market.

Various Features of the Product to Boost Market Growth

Food products can be transported safely and kept fresh in food containers. It preserves food safe and secure. Food containers are become more essential as a result of rising urbanization, expanding populations, and altering lifestyles. Additionally, the need for eco-friendly packaging in the food and beverage industry is anticipated to increase as the government controls greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, during the anticipated years, this feature is producing lucrative chances for the growth of the food container market. Demand for products made of meat and fish. Market demand for meat and fish rises as a result of growing urbanization, population growth, and shifting lifestyles. This raises the need for food storage containers. More preservation is required for meat and fish, which increases the requirement for cutting-edge food storage containers. These factors are forecasted to surge the food storage containers market growth.

• According to consumer surveys, 220 million individuals use food storage containers daily for convenience in storing and transporting ready-to-eat meals.

• According to demographic studies, 150 million urban households show a rising demand for single-serve and ready-to-cook food packaging, increasing container usage.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Contamination of Food, When Kept For Longer Periods of Time to Affect Market Growth

Food that is kept in poor-quality containers becomes contaminated. When food is kept in containers for an extended amount of time, food contamination happens. This will alter customer tastes, which poses a serious challenge for companies that manufacture food containers. Players in the food container industry are therefore required to produce products that are of the highest quality, are airtight, leak-proof, and have innovative designs. Low-quality materials are a major obstacle to the market's expansion for food containers throughout the anticipated time frame.

• According to safety inspections, 90 million instances of food contamination were reported in 2022 due to improper or low-quality storage containers.

• According to laboratory tests, 75 million food items showed degradation when stored in non-airtight or low-quality containers for extended periods.

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FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Asia Pacific to Dominate the Market Due to the Rising Demand for the Product 

Asia Pacific is expected to hold a dominating part of the food storage containers market share due to the rising beverage demand, which is further growing the demand for plastic food storage containers. Rising consumer expenses on safe food containers to propel growth in the market.

North America is anticipated to hold a significant part of the food storage containers market share due to the expanding food and pharmaceutical sector.

Europe is most likely to show sizable growth by virtue of the expanding FMCG and automotive industries. 

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focusing On Innovative Technology Development to Grow in Market

Businesses are working on developing new technology to offer more easy ways to increase product portfolio. Companies also use innovative practices and techniques to create new products. Companies are focused on acquisitions and investments to increase sales. The marketplace is competitive as a result of the existence of numerous huge firms. An extensive worldwide consumer base and the execution of operations through specialized distribution networks are other characteristics. The key companies strive to gain a higher market share by launching new products. 

• According to market data, Amcor introduced 12 million containers with recycled content in 2023 to meet sustainable packaging demand.

• According to company reports, Ball Corporation launched 10 million innovative containers to enhance food safety and preservation.

List Of Top Food Storage Containers Companies

• Bemis Packaging Solutions (U.S.)
• Amcor (Australia)
• Ball (U.S.)
• Crown Holdings (U.S.)
• Silgan Holdings (U.S.)
• Alcan Packaging (U.S.)
• Caraustar Industries (U.S.)
• Anchor Glass Container (U.S.)
• Constar International (U.S.)
• Plastipak Holdings (U.S.)
• Evergreen Packaging (U.S.)
• Ring Companies (U.S.)
• DS Smith (U.K.)
• Mondi Group (U.K.)
• Sealed Air (U.S.)
• PWP Industries (U.S.)
• Rio Tinto Group (U.K.)
• Sonoco Products (U.S.)
• Printpack Incorporated (U.S.)

REPORT COVERAGE

An overview of the product is provided along with the product description. Numerous industry elements are included in the research.

• The pandemic's aftereffects and the subsequent lockdown.
• The market's most recent trend is currently fueling expansion.
• The factors are most likely to stimulate market growth.
• The reasons the market is expected to grow more slowly.
• A comprehensive regional analysis of the market is conducted.
• Significant players and their business offices are also covered in the article.