Plant-based dairy is a niche but rapidly expanding category in South Africa, with packaging volumes rising 8% to 13 million units in 2025. Liquid cartons dominated at 88% of volumes, the default for ambient soya, oat and almond drinks and central to the category's sustainability positioning. Growth was driven mainly by major grocers widening branded and private label ranges. Rigid plastic was the most dynamic pack type, rising 21% from a low base to 2 million units on chilled bottles and pots.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Plant-based Dairy Packaging industry in South Africa with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
If you're in the Plant-based Dairy Packaging industry in South Africa, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Plant-based Dairy Packaging in South Africa report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Plant-based Dairy Packaging in South Africa?
- Which are the major pack types and how are they performing in South Africa?
- Have there been any packaging legislative changes in the past 12 months?
- How are consumption trends impacting the packaging landscape?
- What are the key trends and latest product developments in packaging?
- How important are sustainability and recycling to consumers in South Africa?
- Where is future growth expected to be most significant?
Plant-Based Dairy Packaging in South Africa - Category analysis
Key Data Findings
Retailer-led range expansion grows a carton-defined niche as chilled rigid plastic gains share
A small but fast-growing, carton-led category
Rigid plastic gains as chilled formats diversify the aisle
Retailers and brand owners anchor category expansion
Sustained growth led by rigid plastic and resilient cartons
Smaller sizes and material innovation broaden the niche
Plant-Based Dairy Packaging in South Africa - Company Profiles
Packaging Industry in South Africa - Industry Overview
Packaging in 2025: the big picture
Evolving packaging shift towards value and everyday convenience
Smaller, single-serve packaging trends across multiple food categories
PET and cans shape South Africa's beverage packaging
Rising preference for metal beverage cans in alcoholic drinks
Glass premiumisation and refill formats reshape beauty and personal care packaging
HDPE bottles and aerosol cans shape home care packaging
Flexible packaging focuses on convenience through resealable pouches
Strengthening Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations
The Health Promotion Levy and beverage packaging
Expansion of circular economy and recycling infrastructure
Tackling plastic pollution through collaborative action
Country Reports Disclaimer
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Plant-based Dairy Packaging
- Plant-based Milk
- Plant-based Yoghurt
- Plant-based Cheese
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