Thailand

PET bottles are the most widely used pack type for soft drinks packaging in Thailand as they are cost-effective, lightweight, durable, recyclable and widely available. This pack type grew along with most others as the soft drinks market continued its…

Flexible aluminium/plastic is the main type of packaging used in hot drinks in Thailand due to its wide availability, cost-effectiveness and excellent barrier properties. It is readily available in Thailand, with a well-established supply chain, and…

In 2022, Thailand’s packaging industry was seeing significant activity in terms of the adoption of sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. Mirroring global trends, heightened awareness of environmental issues among consumers and regulatory…

Albeit growing from a small base in Thailand, consuming chocolate spreads with bread has been increasing in popularity, particularly among children. In addition, the range of such products that are available in various retail channels has been…

Barbecue sauces are popular in Thailand due to their ability to infuse smoky, sweet and spicy flavours into grilled and roasted dishes, complementing the country’s rich culinary traditions. These sauces often feature a harmonious blend of local…

The consumption of shelf stable meat and seafood was bolstered in 2020 by the onset of the pandemic due to stockpiling, and because of the long shelf life of these products compared with fresh meat and seafood. In addition, the closure of foodservice…

Although it was not as marked as some categories in Thai packaged food, processed fruit and vegetables saw a small spike in demand in 2020, in turn boosting this category’s packaging unit volumes. With consumers preparing more meals at home due to…

Plant-based milk has gained traction in Thailand due to a growing awareness of health and environmental concerns. Many Thai consumers are increasingly adopting plant-based diets for various reasons, including lactose intolerance, dietary restrictions…

Although the pandemic put a temporary halt to the process in 2020 and 2021, dried ready meals have been gaining popularity in Thailand due to the country’s increasingly fast-paced lifestyles and ongoing urbanisation. As more people work long hours…

Milk is one of the most heavily consumed dairy products in Thailand, with brick liquid cartons, HDPE bottles and gable top liquid cartons the main pack types used by leading brands such as Meiji, Foremost or Bear Brand. Brick liquid cartons is the…