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Retort Pouch Packaging Market - Growth, Trends, and Forecasts (2020 - 2025)


Product Code : MDPK0090644
Survey : Mordor Intelligence
Publish On : 20, May, 2022
Category : Packaging
Study Area : Global
Report format : PDF
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- Amcor PLC
- Constantia Flexibles
- Coveris Holdings SA
- Flair Flexible Packaging Corporation
- Mondi PLC
- Tetra Pak International SA
- Sonoco Product Company
- Sealed Air Corporation
- Clifton Packaging Group Limited​
- Clondalkin Industries BV
- Alpha Pack Pvt. Ltd
- Proampac LLC​
- Winpak Limited

[Report Description]

The retort pouch packaging market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period from 2020 to 2025. Moreover, the increasing demand for packed food is influencing the growth of this market.

- Additionally, a higher number of consumers have shown a preference for on-the-go packaging solutions, which have led to the growth of retort packaging through offerings in pouches and trays. According to the Flexible Packaging Association, retort pouches and bags contributes 60% of the total food packaging all over the world.
- Packaged food such as sauces, dairy products, bakery, and soup items are often packed in retort packaging to ensure longer shelf life. However, the ready to eat is also creating enormous opportunities for the retort market. As per with the Organic Trade Association data, the retail sales of organic food in the United States is USD 50 billion.
- During the recent outbreak of COVID-19 also impacts on the demand for retort pouch packaging across the world. According to Food Navigator USA, the consumption of food away from home will decrease by 20% due to the COVID-19 situation. Hence the increasing demand for food from home will support the growth of this market.
- The ongoing characteristics such as sustainability, transparency, food safety, and reduction in food waste are influencing the demand for retort pouch packaging in meat, poultry, and seafood products. By the data of the Statistics Bureau of Japan, the retort packaging market is expected to reach USD 1.76 billion by 2023.
- Specific innovations in the packaging type are further driving the market. For instance, TCL Packaging, in close collaboration with B&G Products, developed a stand-up, oven-friendly pouch. As per the company's expectation, it will offer a specialist application for pre-made pouches that are suitable for microwave and conventional oven cooking up to 220°C.

Key Market Trends

Food Industry will Hold the Substantial Market Share

- The food industry is one of the primary end-user for this market. For food products, retort pouch packaging is primarily used for ready to eat meals, meat (beef, pork, chicken), seafood (tuna, shrimp, salmon, mackerel, mussels, salmon, etc.) sauces, pasta dishes, rice, baby food, fruits and vegetables, organic and frozen food. This unique form of packaging for food helps in enhancing flexibility and preserving it from contaminants, which are likely to boost the growth of this market.
- As per the data of the US Department of Agriculture, the volume of cold storage of frozen red meat amounted to 1101.5 million pounds in FY2019. In comparison, foods like frozen potatoes and frozen poultry amounted to 1155.93 million pounds and 1,212.92 million pounds, respectively.
- Retort pouches are considered to be one of the most convenient packaging solutions for dairy and yogurt for out -of -home consumption. Companies and dairies are, hence, developing and using packaged pouches with creative lidding to gain consumers’ attraction. For instance, Amcor launched AmLite Ultra Recyclable retorted pouch, which is more sustainable. its high barrier laminate can package a range of food and pharmaceutical products that can be recycled easily.
- Moreover, the increasing consumption of baked food is also influencing the growth of this market. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, the consumption of baked goods in India reached 3.07 million metric tons in FY2019. Additionally, the demand for online packed food is also driving the growth of this market. It also enables the availability of such foods off the shelf. These pouches also can be vacuum packed, which can be used for products, like smoked seafood

Asia Pacific is one of the Fastest Growing Region for this Market

- Asia-Pacific region is expected to be one of the prominent markets for retort pouches owing to the increasing demand for greater convenience in food, beverage, packaging solutions. Moreover, China’s rapid economic development and an increase in the standard of living have created a significant demand for Retort Pouch packaging.
- Moreover, according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, In 2019, the food industry in China generated operating revenue of about CNY 8.12 trillion. With increasing urbanization, changes in lifestyles, and growing annual disposable income, demand for processed food is expected to grow, which would lead to higher demand for Retort Pouch packaging.
- India has witnessed sustainable packaging growth owing to the increase of packaged food consumption and awareness, and demand for quality products. As per the data of the Packaging Industry Association of India (PIAI), the sector is growing at 22 -25% per annum.
- Additionally, The Indian food processing industry accounted for 32% of the country’s total food market, one of the largest industries in India, ranked fifth in terms of production, consumption, export, and expected growth. Furthermore, the outbreak COVID-19 lockdown has affected the working in the jute mills, thereby disrupting the production of jute bags. Hence it is supporting the growth of retort pouches within this country.

Competitive Landscape

Retort Pouch Packaging Market is highly competitive due to the presence of multiple vendors in the market. The market concentration of this market is medium, with the presence of some significant players adopting strategies such as product innovation, mergers, and acquisitions to gain some competitive advantage in this market.

- August 2020: ProAmpac a flexible packaging provider, and Bimbosan jointly produced its ProActive renewable pouch for the baby food market. This new pouch utilizes 65% bio-based resin in the sealant layer, which can reduce the carbon footprint across the environment.
- June 2020: German pet food maker Mera Tiernahrung GmbH partnered with the global leader in packaging and paper, Mondi, to expand its product line to include a new type of dog food with semi-moist croquettes. Mera is using Mondi’s FlexiBag Recyclable, which is a mono-material, polyethylene-based product with a barrier that is fully recyclable. Mondi’s packaging solution helps Mera to find the most effective and sustainable way to protect their products.

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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study

2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4 MARKET INSIGHTS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porters 5 Force Analysis
4.2.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.2.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis​
4.4 Assessment of Impact of Covid-19 on the Global Retort Pouch Market

5 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Innovations in Food and Beverages Packaging
5.1.2 Increasing Demand for Convenience and Ready-to-eat Food
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 Lack of High-speed Filling Equipment

6 MARKET SEGMENTATION
6.1 Product Type
6.1.1 Stand-up Pouch
6.1.2 Flat Pouch
6.2 Material
6.2.1 Polypropylene
6.2.2 Polyester
6.2.3 Aluminum Foil​
6.2.4 Cast Polypropylene Film
6.2.5 Paperboard
6.2.6 Nylon
6.2.7 Other Materials
6.3 End-User
6.3.1 Food
6.3.2 Beverages
6.3.3 Pharmaceutical
6.3.4 Pet Food
6.3.5 Other End Users
6.4 Geography
6.4.1 North America
6.4.1.1 United States
6.4.1.2 Canada
6.4.2 Europe
6.4.2.1 United Kingdom
6.4.2.2 France
6.4.2.3 Germany
6.4.2.4 Italy
6.4.2.5 Rest of Europe
6.4.3 Asia-Pacific
6.4.3.1 China
6.4.3.2 India
6.4.3.3 Japan
6.4.3.4 South Korea
6.4.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
6.4.4 Latin America
6.4.5 Middle East and Africa

7 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE-KEY VENDOR PROFILES
7.1 Amcor PLC
7.2 Constantia Flexibles
7.3 Coveris Holdings SA
7.4 Flair Flexible Packaging Corporation
7.5 Mondi PLC
7.6 Tetra Pak International SA
7.7 Sonoco Product Company
7.8 Sealed Air Corporation
7.9 Clifton Packaging Group Limited​
7.10 Clondalkin Industries BV
7.11 Alpha Pack Pvt. Ltd
7.12 Proampac LLC​
7.13 Winpak Limited

8 INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9 FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

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