Global Cheese Packaging Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2029

Global Cheese Packaging Market, By Packaging Format (Boxes, Cups, Pouches, Trays and Flow Wraps, Containers, Lids and Foil, Others), Cheese Type (Natural Cheese, Powdered Cheese, Processed Cheese), Material (Plastic, Paper, Aluminium, Glass), Distribution Channel (E-Commerce, Retail Stores, Convenient Stores, Hypermarkets /Supermarkets, Others) – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2029

Market Analysis and Size

Depending on the origin of the milk or cream, cheese is the dairy product which can be classified as deriving from goat milk, cow milk, sheep milk and buffalo milk. The territory heavily considers an indispensable food of earliest origins, cheese it comes from: characteristics, flavour and appearance in fact, change not only depend on the different types of processing, but specifically depending on the geographical origins, on the climate and on how the product is matured. Packaging of cheese is one of the important process which mainly done to protect the cheese at the time of transportation and storage. Traditionally, cloth was used with wood to give protection and support, but the invention of plastics or polymers has revolutionized cheese packaging. Cheese production is now-a-days highly automated and many developments are taking place in the area of cheese packaging also.

Data Bridge Market Research analyses that the cheese packaging market was valued at USD 3.41 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 5.26 billion by 2029, registering a CAGR of 5.57 % during the forecast period of 2022 to 2029. In addition to the market insights such as market value, growth rate, market segments, geographical coverage, market players, and market scenario, the market report curated by the Data Bridge Market Research team includes in-depth expert analysis, import/export analysis, pricing analysis, production consumption analysis, patent analysis and technological advancements.     

Report Scope and Market Segmentation

Market Definition

Cheese Packaging acts as a barrier for aroma transfer, moisture and oxygen while locking in freshness. The several types of cheese available in the market, such as blue cheese, flavoured cheese, natural cheese, soft cheese, semi-soft cheese and others cater to the require for different types of packaging. The products for cheese packaging include lid, foils, boxes, foil, wraps, containers and other types as well. The packaging materials normally comprise aluminium, plastic, paper and glass.

Cheese Packaging Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Rising demand for pouch packaging

 Growing consumer preference for flexible flat-pouch or stand-up pouch type because of their convenience of easy storage and usage are major factors which is contributing to revenue growth of the cheese packaging market. Integration of zipper enables users to close and open packaging numerous times securely and conveniently to consume the product gradually, in turn, growing its lifespan.

• Growing consumption of cheese

The cheese packaging market is anticipated to drive with the growing consumption of cheese products. According to the International Dairy Foods Association, the consumption of dairy per capita across products has been growing each year, with 2019 up 6.5% over the past five years and 10.5% over the past 15 years. The cheese domestic per capita intake is augmented by 19.5% over the past decade. The growing consumption of cheese is anticipated to create the demand for the cheese packaging market during forecast period.

• Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging

Growing concerns regarding the use of non-recyclable packaging materials is resulting in major companies concentrating on the development of biodegradable packaging systems and bio-based materials for cheese which also maintain their integrity and structure. The increasing focus on eco-friendly and sustainable packaging and rising investment to accelerate Research & Development (R&D) activities to develop smart packaging are some major factors which are anticipated to drive market revenue growth of the cheese packaging market.

Opportunities

• Increasing advancement

Cheese packaging obstructs the entry of oxygen and moisture. With the use of advanced packaging technology, the shelf-life of cheese can be augmented to a significant extent. Furthermore, rising advancements in vacuum packaging cheese to protect product integrity and be attractive visually are the major factor that can open up new avenues for the packaging industry and create beneficial opportunities for major market players.

 Moreover, emerging new markets and rise in strategic collaborations will also act as market drivers and further increase valuable opportunities for the market's growth rate.

Restraints/ Challenges

• Environmental concern

Lack of proper infrastructure and poor product design have a negative impact on the environment due to improper disposal of plastic wastes which leads to emission of greenhouse gases. So, the Growing environmental concerns regarding the use of non-biodegradable materials in cheese packaging is a major factor which can hamper the market growth to a certain extent during the forecast period. 

The growing effects of plastic and other non-biodegradable packaging material will likely obstruct the growth of the cheese packaging market during the forecast period.

This cheese packaging market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import-export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, market share, impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the cheese packaging market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth.

COVID-19 Impact on Cheese Packaging Market

The outbreak of covid-19 pandemic has adversely impacted several industries. Similarly, the cheese packaging market had witnessed a blip during the outbreak of Covid-19. The government has imposed many lockdown which had impacted import and export transportation. However, it did bounce back soon, with transportation back on track. In fact, the post-covid era is witnessing the consumers being more careful about consuming dairy products, specifically those coming in the packaged form. The basic objective of this packaging is to staying away from contamination. This trend is expected to be carried forward even in the years to come.

Recent Development

• On February 1, 2022, Ornua Foods declared that they was switching its Pilgrims Choice grated cheese into a  fully-recyclable and environmentally sustainable packaging, which would contribute to a 15% savings of materials and 48% reduction in carbon footprint.
• On July 15, 2021, Ulma, whixh is a Spanish packaging firm, declared adding a new flow pack packaging machine to its portfolio with shrink wrap film and side sealing specially designed for packaging portions of cheese in modified atmosphere packaging for direct sale to consumers.
• On December 1, 2021, Saputo Dairy U.K. declared their partnership with Wipak U.K. to decrease the use of virgin plastic in cheese packaging. Under this partnership, the company has replaced 33% of virgin plastic with post-consumer recycled (PCR) material overall a range of block cheese packaging. PCR packs will be announced in Marks and Spencer stores.

 Global Cheese Packaging Market Scope

The cheese packaging market is segmented on the basis of packaging format, cheese type, material and distribution channel. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Packaging Format

• Boxes
• Cups
• Pouches
• Trays and Flow Wraps
• Containers
• Lids and Foil
• Others

Cheese Type

• Natural Cheese
• Powdered Cheese
• Processed Cheese

 Material

• Plastic
• Paper
• Aluminium
• Glass

Distribution Channel

• E-Commerce
• Retail Stores
• Convenient Stores
• Hypermarkets /Supermarkets
• Others

Cheese Packaging Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The cheese packaging market is analysed and market size insights and trends are provided by country, packaging format, cheese type, material and distribution channel as referenced above.

The countries covered in the cheese packaging market report are U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America

Europe dominates the cheese packaging market in terms of revenue during the forecast period. This is due to the growing demand for cheese packaging in this region. Europe region leads the cheese packaging market due to the increasing usages of the good packaging solution to increase the shelf life of the cheese in this region.

During the estimated period, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest developing region due to the growing levels of investment for the development of the packaging industry in this region.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in market regulation that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data points like down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.   

Competitive Landscape and Cheese Packaging Market Share Analysis

The cheese packaging market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to cheese packaging market.

Some of the major players operating in the cheese packaging market are:

• Amcor plc (Switzerland)
• SKOPOS SA (Greece)
• WINPAK LTD. (Canada)
• Constantia Flexibles (Austria)
• Berry global Inc. (US)
• Mondi (U.K.)
• Sonoco Products Company (U.S.)
• SCHUR FLEXIBLES GROUP (U.S.)
• Sealed Air (U.S.)
• Stora Enso (Finland)
• Kendall Packaging Corporation (U.S.)
• ProAmpac (U.S.)
• Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited (New Zealand)
• FrieslandCampina  (Netherland)
• Arla Foods amba (Denmark)
• SAVENCIA SA (France)
• BEL SA (France)
• Britannia Industries (India)
• Saputo Inc., (Canada)