Market research on the packaging industry. Standardised and cross...
Market research on the packaging industry. Standardised and cross-comparable statistics including total market sizes, market shares, industry trends.
Folding cartons are commonly used in the packaging of dried baby food products in the Philippines as they offer a combination of functionality, safety and marketing appeal that meets the specific needs in this category. Folding cartons provide a…
Following a marginal upturn in retail volume sales of jams and preserves for several years during the pandemic due to home seclusion, demand started to stabilise in 2022 due to greater mobility outside of the home and fewer breakfast or snacking…
Following a surge in demand at the height of the pandemic due to prolonged home seclusion, demand for sauces, dips and condiments, and therefore associated packaging, started to stabilise in 2021 with further volume declines being recorded in 2022…
Although Japanese consumers were already typically health-conscious, they have now become even more concerned about improving their overall health through their diet, thereby supporting the increasing shift towards meat and seafood substitutes…
There was a surge in demand for frozen fruit during the pandemic as they could be stored, thereby reducing the need for consumers to leave their homes to purchase fresh varieties. Despite a notable slowdown in 2022, demand for frozen fruit continued…
In 2022, brick liquid cartons remained the leading pack type for plant-based milk, the largest category in plant-based dairy in Japan. On the other hand, shaped liquid cartons remained a small, but growing niche as a packaging alternative. The…
In 2022, flexible packaging, consisting of plastic pouches and flexible plastic, remained the most popular packaging format for shelf stable soup, followed by metal food cans. This was because plastic pouches are lightweight and easy to handle, which…
Gable top liquid cartons remained the most preferred pack type for fresh milk in Japan in 2022, although the share of shaped liquid cartons was also significant. Following a fall in demand for both packaging types the previous year, demand improved…
Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in confectionery packaging. This is because local consumers are becoming more aware of the environmental impact of their choices, and they are demanding more sustainable products. Therefore, in 2022,…
In 2022, folding cartons remained one of the most preferred packaging formats for dried baby food alongside flexible aluminium/plastic. Folding cartons is preferred by some consumers of dried baby food as this packaging type can be tailored for easy…
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers in Italy spent a lot of time in home seclusion in 2020. This boosted sweet spreads consumption in this year, as many consumers use these products as a breakfast solution or as a sweet treat or snack.…
Demand for honey is being supported by the rising health awareness trend in the country, which was bolstered by the onset of the pandemic. Many Indonesian consumers have developed the habit of consuming honey on a daily basis in the hope of…
Glass continues to be the leading pack type in sauces, dips and condiments. Glass packaging has been rooted in Italian cuisine for decades, often associated with natural, healthy and home-made products. These pack types are also regarded positively…
Continued growth was being seen in product areas of sauces, dips and condiments in Indonesia in 2022 that facilitate the convenient, quick and easy preparation of home-cooked meals, such as recipe sauces, bouillon, and herbs and spices. This is…
In 2022, packaging volumes of thin wall plastic containers used in chilled processed meat increased as they are durable and cost-effective. Moreover, the heightened awareness of food safety and hygiene standards saw manufacturers adopting packaging…
As Indonesians returned to the office and classroom as well as resumed their social and leisure activities, there was growing demand for processed food to cope with the resumption of hectic, on-the-go lifestyles. During 2022, with many consumers…
With shelf stable fruit and vegetables accounting for more than two thirds of packaging units in processed fruit and vegetables, and metal food cans being the dominant pack type in shelf stable fruit and vegetables, metal food cans is also the…
Shelf stable fruit’s growth in Indonesia is due to the prolonged shelf life that these products offer. In addition, these products require less stringent temperature control during storage and transportation, making them well-suited for Indonesia’s…
The most heavily used pack type in plant-based dairy products is the brick liquid carton. This is because brick liquid cartons are the main pack type in the biggest category of plant-based milk. Brick liquid cartons provide a longer shelf life and…
The continued growth of plant-based milk and its packaging unit volumes can be attributed to a convergence of factors. Rising health consciousness and dietary preferences, along with heightened environmental awareness, are propelling the demand for…