Online Retail Shopping and Transparent Packaging Accelerate the Growth of Food Packaging Films Market

The rise in the food packaging film market has been analyzed due to the growing online food and grocery shopping. In recent years, the world has experienced online food shopping, where according to the Food Drug Law Institute, online sales are going to rise, and in the US, the sales have risen from US$ 62.2 billion to US$ 95.82 billion. Also, according to the projections, if sales continue, it is predicted that above 20% of all grocery shopping will be done online by 2025. Also, the demand for food packaging films has risen due to their features of maintaining product integrity and offering protection during transportation, which protects the food from the environment. Also, the demand for food packaging films has been growing as the film used in food packaging is transparent, which attracts the customer, and the customer can view the product and check for any defaults or can check the freshness of the product by just viewing it.
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Rising Demand for Polypropylene and Environment Concerns Are Boosting the Market

Polypropylene is the most rapidly expanding type, both in terms of value and volume. This substance is unaffected by humidity variations. It has moderate flexibility to gases and odors but a greater barrier to water vapor. These qualities make polypropylene useful in the creation of a wide range of food and beverage packaging solutions, such as salad dressing bottles, margarine tubs, and yogurt containers. Polypropylene is slightly thicker but more flexible than other polymers. The world is concentrating on reducing pollution in the environment and pushing customers to use environmentally friendly products. In Europe, there are strict laws governing plastic waste. According to the House of Commons, by 2025, the European Union wants to have "zero plastics in landfills." Packaging firms are concentrating on environmentally sustainable solutions due to the growing regulations about pollution in the environment. Also, according to the World Wildlife Fund, people are now preferring sustainable packaging and have also recorded that people's searches for sustainable packaged goods have risen by 71% globally.

Recent Trends in the Food Packaging Films Industry

  • Growing environmental concerns force the use of sustainable and biodegradable materials to reduce pollution.
  • Increasing use of technologies such as RFID and NFC provides smart solutions to enhance traceability and security in the supply chain.
  • The option of customized printing and function packaging enables the manufacturer to modify the product according to customer needs.
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Cost of Raw Material and Non-Biodegradable Packaging Solution Limit the Market Growth

Manufacture of food packaging films faces a major challenge of waste management and environmental issues such as excessive plastic usage and non-biodegradable films, which affect the demand for food packaging films. As food packaging films are used single-time, the growth has been restrained in countries such as India, the United States, the UK, etc. where the use of single-use plastic is banned. Hence, the problem of the non-biodegradable and unsustainable nature of films will negatively affect the growth of food packaging films. Also, the availability and cost of the raw material play a challenge for various manufacturers. The polymers used in food packaging films are made from petroleum. Due to the volatility of the price of crude oil, it hampers the overall packaging market, and the cost of raw materials fluctuates accordingly. Hence, the low availability of quality raw materials and the fluctuation in prices of polymers used for producing food packaging films affect the overall food packaging film market.

New Innovations and Collaborations Are Driving the Market Demand

In June 2022, Novolex introduced RollStar EZ open produce bags. The new bags used a proprietary recipe that made them easy to open, simplifying life in the fresh fruit and vegetable department. The bags came in a wide variety of sizes and gauges, including versions certified as compostable by the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI). RollStar EZ Open Produce Bags came in different gauges and sizes for fruits and vegetables. Also available were RollStar bags designed for meat, fresh seafood, and bakery items. The RollStar compact dispenser made it simple for shoppers to take one bag at a time, reducing waste by ensuring they took only the bags they needed. In May 2022, Berry Global collaborated to increase circularity for agricultural films. As a leader in the manufacturing of agricultural films, Berry Global Group, Inc. collaborated with Cleanfarms and Poly-Ag Recycling on a closed-loop approach to advancing Canada’s circular economy.
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Asia Pacific Looks as A Promising Market Where As United Kingdom Shows Opposing Force

Asia Pacific can be considered the fastest and largest growing market. Factors due to which the demand for food packaging films is increasing are the availability of cheap raw materials for packaging, the large population, and rising health awareness where China is considered a major manufacturer of food packaging films. Also, China's booming beverage industry and the adaptation of the habit of consuming Western food have boosted the demand for packed foods. According to the Long Advisory in 2023, Domino’s Pizza Inc. has aimed to open 180 new stores to fulfill the huge pizza demand. Also, KFC, McDonald's, and Burger King are some of the players who promote the Western eating habit, where KFC has 9,000 restaurants across China. This makes China an important player in the fast-food chain, and rising stores show the adaptation of Western food in China, which makes Asia Pacific a lucrative market.

Due to high awareness regarding sustainable and biodegradable products as well as stringent regulation, the growth of food packaging films experienced a fall in the United Kingdom. The UK is considering the option of integrating an innovative and eco-friendly packaging solution to protect the environment, which restricts the entry of food packaging films due to their single-time use. Though the development of food packaging films to make them sustainable and biodegradable is focused, still entry into the European market, specifically the UK, is a challenge.
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The report provides a detailed overview of the food packaging films market insights in regions including North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Oceania, and the Middle East and Africa. The country-specific assessment for the food packaging films market has been offered for all regional market shares, along with forecasts, market scope estimates, price point assessment, and impact analysis of prominent countries and regions. Throughout this market research report, Y-o-Y growth and CAGR estimates are also incorporated for every country and region, to provide a detailed view of the food packaging films market. These Y-o-Y projections on regional and country-level markets brighten the political, economic, and business environment outlook, which is anticipated to have a substantial impact on the growth of the food packaging films market. Some key countries and regions included in the food packaging films market report are as follows:
Regions Countries
North America United States, Canada
Latin America Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Rest of Latin America
Europe Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Poland, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Sweden, Austria, Norway, Denmark, Czech Republic, Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia & New Zealand, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East and Africa GCC Countries, South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Algeria, Israel, Iran, Iraq, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rest of MEA

Food Packaging Films Market Research Report Covers In-depth Analysis on:

  • Food packaging films market detailed segments and segment-wise market breakdown
  • Food packaging films market dynamics (Recent industry trends, drivers, restraints, growth potential, opportunities in food packaging films industry)
  • Current, historical, and forthcoming 10 years market valuation in terms of food packaging films market size (US$ Mn), volume (Tons), share (%), Y-o-Y growth rate, CAGR (%) analysis
  • Food packaging films market demand analysis
  • Food packaging films market pricing analysis over the forecast period (by key segment and by region)
  • Food packaging films market regional insights with the region-wise market breakdown
  • Competitive analysis – key companies profiling including their market share, product offerings, and competitive strategies.
  • Latest developments and innovations in the food packaging film market
  • Regulatory landscape by key regions and key countries
  • Supply chain and value chain analysis in food packaging films market
  • Food packaging films market sales and distribution strategies
  • A comprehensive overview of the parent market
  • A detailed viewpoint on food packaging films market forecast by countries
  • Mergers and acquisitions in the food packaging films market
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- Frequently Asked Questions -

What factors are driving the growth of the food packaging films market?

The market is driven by increasing consumer demand for convenience foods, sustainable packaging solutions, and the need to extend shelf life while maintaining food quality.

What are the major trends in the food packaging films market?

Trends include the shift towards eco-friendly materials, lightweight packaging, and the incorporation of smart packaging technologies that enhance convenience and safety for consumers.

What is the outlook for the food packaging films market in the next decade?

The market is expected to continue expanding, driven by the growing demand for ready-to-eat food, online food delivery, and the ongoing transition to environmentally friendly packaging materials.