Packaging

Plastic pouches continued to account for the largest pack type share in Australian baby food in 2023, driven by their leadership in prepared baby food, which is the largest baby food category in unit volume sales terms. Plastic pouches are relatively…

Folding cartons remained the main pack type in boxed assortments packaging, as these products are often associated with luxury in Australia. Boxed assortments containing high-grade chocolate or exotic nuts are generally packaged in folding cartons.…

Due to their versatile nature, PET bottles continued to gain share from HDPE bottles in fresh milk packaging in 2023. PET bottles are lightweight, which makes them easier to handle and transport, while also offering resistance to breakage. PET…

Thin wall plastic containers have been gaining share in soup packaging, with this shift due to a number of reasons. Firstly, these containers are lightweight as well as easy to use and handle, making them a convenient option for both manufacturers…

Plant-based milk remains the dominant product in plant-based dairy in Australia, with the overall category continuing to benefit from the growing veganism trend in Australia in 2023. This trend is significantly impacting the popularity of plant-based…