Executive Summary: The report
titled “Packaging Industry in the US”, provides
a comprehensive analysis of packaging products in the US, major leading players
in various packing products, country’s economy impact on packing products, meat, poultry, and seafood packaging
products, flexible plastics, rigid bulk packaging, hot drinks packaging
products, chocolate packaging products,
plastic pouches, stand-up pouches, sterile
medical packaging products, corrugated box market, pet food packing
products, eco-friendly packaging products, leading players in various packing
materials, and future of packing products in the US.
Industry
Overview: The packaging industry is driven by various trends
such as growing urbanisation, investment in housing and construction, the
development of retail chains and the burgeoning healthcare and cosmetics
sectors. The increase in living standards and personal disposable income in the
country fuels the consumption of a broad range of products and a demand for package
goods. The growth of smaller households, more number of working women, demand
for easy foods in small packs, convenience packs in all categories, more health
and beauty products will witness a continuing growth in the package industry in
the US.
Meat, Poultry and Seafood Packaging Market in
the US: Flexible packaging, rigid packaging, and
others types of packaging are used in the packing of meat, poultry, and
seafood. The packaging products are used based on the type such as fresh and
frozen products, processed products, and ready-to-eat products. The leading
players in the meat, poultry and seafood packing materials are Bemis, Ardagh,
International Paper, Sealed Air, Crown Holding, and Ball. Pouch packing is
popular packing in the meat, poultry and seafood products. Majority of the US
consumers prefer pouches which are easy to use, compact, lightweight, and
convenient while travelling. Pouch packing are available in various sizes and
are customized based on the product. The huge demand for fresh and frozen
processed meat, poultry, and seafood will witness a growing demand for pouch packaging over the next few years.
There is a demand for high-barrier packaging which has higher
performance than other packaging
materials. These are laminated
packings that are specially coated with resins known as high-barrier plastics used as premium packaging materials. Such
plastics are used by food and beverage companies
to provide better protection from moisture, oxygen, enhance product shelf life and durability during
transportation. Frozen foods packaging products need high-quality materials
that effectively protect the food product at temperatures of up to -40°F.
Case-ready packaging and
modified atmosphere packaging are the two variants of packings that will
account for the highest growth because they will enhance the shelf life of the
food while maintaining texture, taste, and quality. The leading vendors in meat, poultry, and seafood packaging market in the
US are Bemis, Ardagh, International Paper, Sealed Air, Crown Holding and
Ball.
Eco-Friendly
Packaging Products: Eco-friendly or green packaging is
produced from sustainable, renewable, and recyclable raw materials available in
abundance. This technology uses materials such as paper, plastic, metal, and
glass, which can be easily bent or moulded as needed and produces less toxic
emissions. Consumers’ awareness in environmental safety and the need to reduce
toxic emissions has led to adoption of eco-friendly packaging by the F&B, healthcare,
and personal care industries. The major green packaging leading vendors in the
US are Amcor, Ball, Bemis and Crown Holding.
Pet Food
Packing Products: Pet foods consist of dry and wet
foods which are packed in a wide variety of packaging products such as bags,
containers, metal cans, folding cartons, pouches, and other packaging formats. The
leading vendors in pet food packaging products are Amcor,
Bemis, Coveris Holdings and Crown Holdings. The major market
challenge in the pet food packaging products is the cost
constraints while accommodating different sizes.
Corrugated
Box Market in the US: The leading players in the corrugated box market in
the US are Georgia-Pacific, International Paper, KapStone, Mondi, and WestRock.
Corrugated boxes are used by food and beverage products, non-durable products,
and durables and other products. The increasing use of processed and packaged
foods will drive the growth of the corrugated box market in the US over the
next few years. Corrugated boxes provide flexible packaging solution and
ensure the safety of products being packaged. The corrugated boxes market is competitive
and diversified due to the presence of a large number of regional and
international vendors. The major competitive factors are price, design, product
innovation, product line, quality, and service. There is an increasing need for
special lightweight packaging materials in the fast food and convenience
food sector.
Sterile Medical Packaging in the US: Medical
products are basically pharmaceutical products, medical devices, surgical
devices, and other healthcare-related products. The packaging of medical
products is a complex process due to their molecular and chemical structures.
They need to be packaged with extra protection and durable materials to prevent
contamination. Therefore, the packaging materials are first sterilized before
being used for packaging. The evolution of new diseases and increased health
awareness has transformed the medical products packaging industry. Few types of
packaging used are bottles, vials, blisters, tubes, prefilled syringes, and
prefilled inhalers are chosen as per the requirement of the product and the
convenience of the customers. The leading vendors in sterile
medical packaging market in the US are Amcor, Baxter
International, Bemis, Cardinal Health and DuPont. The
major market challenge in the sterile medical packaging market in the US is
the increase in pricing pressures while there is an increased
demand for blister packs.
Stand-up Pouches: The various types of stand-up
pouch are zipper, re-closure, pour spouts, slider closures, release valves, and
strong shelf presence. They offer high clarity and excellent barrier properties
to the product enclosed in it and are used in packaging of food, beverages,
fertilizers, pet food, and cosmetics. LLDPE, PPE, BOPP, and PE are used in the
production of stand-up pouches. The major vendors in stand-up pouches in the US
are Amcor, Bemis, Flair Flexible Packaging and Sonoco Products. The major
factor affecting the stand-up pouches is the consumers’ preference for attractive
appealing products.
Plastic
Pouches in the Packaging Market: Plastic pouches witnessed a
tremendous growth within the packaging industry in the US. They are used in
home care and packaged food in forms of traditional pack types such as HDPE
bottle and metal food cans. Plastic pouches are convenient and
environmentally-friendly attracting consumers due to their light weight and
cost benefits. Re-sealable pouches with zip/press closures will witness a strong
growth over the next few years. The beauty care, personal care, baby and
child-specific products and deodorants products are packed in convenient mini
packs. Plastic pouches are the mainstream packaging products for all types of
products starting from automatic dishwashing and laundry detergents tablets.
They are light weight with modern images and can be used for packing any concentrated
solid product or liquid product formats.
Chocolate Packaging
Materials in the US: Chocolate products are of huge
interest among all age groups around the world. The sale of chocolate or
confectionery products is independent of seasons or occasions. However,
packaging is an essential part of chocolate and confectionery goods so as it
preserves their quality, texture, and taste. Manufacturers always look for
innovative, light weight and aesthetically appealing packaging solutions to
improve sales by enhancing product visibility. The new trend in the market is
the increasing demand for recycled and biodegradable materials for packaging of
chocolate or confectionery products. The leading vendors in the chocolate or
confectionery packing products in the US are Amcor, Bemis, Crown Holdings and
Owens-Illinois. Other players are Swiss Pac Pvt., ATP – Engineering &
Packaging, Shantou Weiyi Packaging Co., Ltd., Shenzhen Dingqi Pack Co., Limited,
Shenzhen Proyu Technology Co., Limited, Jiangyin Sunkey Plastic Packaging Co.,
Ltd. and Wenzhou Guoxin Packaging Co., Ltd.
Hot Drinks
Packaging Products: The major packed hot drinks in
the US are coffee, chocolate drinks, and others. Manufacturers are introducing
several innovative packaging methods to improve their shelf appeal, maintain
freshness and aroma. Majority of the coffee producers in the country are
looking for sustainable packaging materials that reduce transportation,
recyclability expenses and environmental friendly. Metalized sealants or
plastic films are used which can be easily recycled and also protect the
freshness of the product. Stand-up pouches with gas valves and re-closable
zippers are the used for packaging coffee products. The leading vendors in hot
drinks packaging market in the US are Amcor, Ball Corporation, Bemis, Graham,
Mondi, Owens-Illinois, and Printpack.
Rigid Bulk
Packaging Products: Rigid bulk packaging is used for
industrial packaging of goods such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and F&B
items. Rigid bulk packaging main purpose is to protect the goods transported in
large quantities from the point to another point. Rigid bulk packagings are
rigid plastics, steel, and even paperboard. The forms of rigid bulk packaging
are drums, pails, material handling containers, bulk boxes, and RIBC which
handle chemicals, pharmaceutical and healthcare, and F&B. The
leading vendors in rigid bulk packaging are Berenfield
Containers, Berry Plastics, Greif Bros, Packaging Corporation of America,
Rock-Tenn Company and Sonoco Products Company.
Flexible
Plastics: These categories of plastics that are thin,
light, and easily stretchable, however, retains characteristics along with
being resistant to tearing or puncturing which are suitable for manufacturing
packaging products. Flexible plastics are chemically inert, cheap, and visually
appealing, which enhances the appeal of the products when packed.
Generally, flexible plastics are used to pack non-durable and fast-moving unit
loads, limited bulk industrial use, personal care, and pharmaceutical and healthcare
sectors.
Future of
Packaging Industry in US: The major factors that will affect the growth of
packaged products in the US are high household per capita income, growth and
changing patterns of consumers, processed
food industry, developed economy, growing demand for premium food and
beverage products. Population growth, increasing demand
for automation and machinery optimization, rise in e-commerce will also fuel
the development of packaging products in the US. Bio-degradable and
eco-friendly packaging products to boost the packaging market over in the next
few years.
Key Topics Covered in the Report:-
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Meat
Packaging Products in the US Market
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Seafood
Packaging Products in the US Market
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Flexible Plastics in the US Market
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Rigid Bulk Packaging in the US Market Overview
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Hot Drinks Packaging Products Market in US
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Chocolate Packaging Products in US
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Plastic Pouches Market in US
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Stand-Up Pouches in the
US Market
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Sterile Medical Packaging Products Market in US
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Corrugated Box Market in US
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Pet Food Packing Products Market US
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Eco-Friendly Packaging Products
Market in US
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US
Packaging Market Research Report
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US
Packaging Market future Outlook
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US
packaging Market Opportunities
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Packaging
Market in US Major Trends
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US
Packaging Market Major Competitors
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