Global Fresh Meat Packaging Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2030

Global Fresh Meat Packaging Market, By Packaging (Flexible Plastic, Rigid Plastic, Metals and Others), Layer (Monolayer, 3-Layer, 5-Layer, 7-Layer and 9-Layer), Meat Type (Beef, Poultry and Mutton, Pork, Seafood and Others), Material Type (Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Bi-axially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP), Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyamide (PA) and Others), Technology (Modified Atmosphere, Vacuum Thermoformed, Vacuum Skin and Others), Distribution Channel (Hypermarket/ Supermarkets, Grocery Stores, Online Retailing, Departmental Stores and Others) – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2030.

Fresh Meat Packaging Market Analysis and Size

Packaging plays a vital role in the preservation of meat and extent of the shelf life of meat. The meat can be compromised without suitable packaging because it is contaminated by direct contact with biological, chemical and physical contaminants. In last few years, the growth of unique meat packaging technologies such as Active and Intelligent packaging and vacuum packaging has increased fresh meat's quality and shelf life. As per the analysis of FAO and OECD, the per capita meat consumption is 34. 4 kilograms across the world in 2019 and is estimated to upsurge to 34:9 kilograms by 2024. A strong demand for products will enhance the market's growth during the forecast period.

Data Bridge Market Research analyses that the fresh meat packaging market was valued at USD 2.34 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 3.01 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 3.20% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2030. In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include in-depth expert analysis, geographically represented company-wise production and capacity, network layouts of distributors and partners, detailed and updated price trend analysis and deficit analysis of supply chain and demand.     

Fresh Meat Packaging Market Scope and Segmentation

Market Definition

Fresh meat packaging is a packaging solution which is used to package and protect fresh meat products. The fresh meat packaging solutions aid to deliver protection against contamination and provide convenient handling. This packaging solutions further are used to increase the shelf life of the fresh meat product.

Fresh Meat Packaging Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Increasing acceptance of new age packaging material and technique

The growing acceptance and emergence of new age production techniques and packaging material molding, such as composite films made using polylactic acid (PLA), is anticipated to drive the market's growth rate. Furthermore, Nano-particles of copper and silver are making strides in applications such as preventing bacterial and pathogenic deterioration of meat products. This will further impede the market growth rate.

• Increasing demand for flexible packaging

Growing demand for flexible packaging in the major packaging of fresh meat is anticipated to accelerate the growth of the market. The major function of primary packaging is to prevent and protect the product from any contamination and damage. Flexible packaging has mukltiple properties that exactly meet with the needs of primary packaging such as high barrier, light weight, low contamination and keeps the product  secured from environment. Thus, the growing demand of flexible packaging is expected to augment the market growth all over the globe.

Opportunities

• Shifting consumer preference towards  bio based packaging

Shifting consumer demand for bio-based materials for manufacturing fresh meat packaging instead of using toxic plastic is expected to create new growth opportunities in the global market. Increasing environmental concerns and strict government rules and regulations have opened new avenues for the major market players to move ahead toward innovation in the fresh meat packaging market. Numerous manufacturers have already adopted sustainable packaging for fresh meat. However, rest of the major market players are undergoing extensive R&D activities to achieve sustainability goals.

• Increasing production of various meat, seafood and poultry

Suppliers of fresh meat packaging are witnessing increased demand due to increased production of various meat, poultry, and seafood substantially all over the globe. According to the report titled “Meat Production Statistics Explained, " the United Kingdom produces 27% of the global meat, while Spain, Romania, and France account for 18%, 11%, and 8% of global production, respectively.

Restraints/ Challenges

• Disadvantages associated with fresh meat packaging

Volatility in the costs of raw packaging materials will create limitations for the growth of the market. High prices associated with innovative packaging will further hamper the growth of the market growth. Furthermore, stringent regulations imposed by the government on plastic usage will also disrupt the market's growth rate. Also, supply chain disruptions due to increasing availability of alternative solutions in the market will obstruct the growth rate of the market.

This fresh meat 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 growth  application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the fresh meat 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.

Impact and Current Market Scenario of Raw Material Shortage and Shipping Delays

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Apart from the standard report, we also offer in-depth analysis of the procurement level from forecasted shipping delays, distributor mapping by region, commodity analysis, production analysis, price mapping trends, sourcing, category performance analysis, supply chain risk management solutions, advanced benchmarking, and other services for procurement and strategic support.

Covid-19 Impact on Global Fresh Meat Packaging Market

The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic had a remarkable impact on the growth of meat packaging market. As a result of this pandemic, augmented sales of processed food and beverages, as both consumers and business entities follow social distancing rules to limit contact through online delivery options. This is estimated to increase the demand for fresh meat packaging in the short term. Also, augmented demand for hygiene has pushed the companies to converge on using packaging materials which have protective attributes and provide barriers to protect fresh meat from contaminants during shipping.

Expected Impact of Economic Slowdown on the Pricing and Availability of Products

When economic activity slows, industries begin to suffer. The forecasted effects of the economic downturn on the pricing and accessibility of the products are taken into account in the market insight reports and intelligence services provided by DBMR. With this, our clients can typically keep one step ahead of their competitors, project their sales and revenue, and estimate their profit and loss expenditures.

Recent Development

• In 2022, Cargo Tuff LLC has introduced cargo tuff airbag compacter. This new launch will aid the company in reducing the usage of used air bags. With this launch, the company is one step ahead of reusability and recycling. This innovation is cost-efficient and also supports the easy deflation of air bags.
• In 2021, Signode Industrial Group LLC offered new Mobile Air Xtreme (Max) Inflatoror portable dunnage airbag inflation.

Global Fresh Meat Packaging Market Scope

The fresh meat packaging market is segmented on the basis packaging, layer, meat type, material type, technology 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

• Flexible Plastic
• Rigid Plastic
• Metals
• Others

Layer

• Monolayer
• 3-Layer
• 5-Layer
• 7-Layer
• 9-Layer

Meat Type

• Beef
• Poultry and Mutton
• Pork
• Seafood
• Others

Material Type

• Polyethylene (PE)
• Polypropylene (PP)
• Bi-axially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP)
• Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH)
• Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
• Polyamide (PA)
• Others

Technology

• Modified Atmosphere
• Vacuum Thermoformed
• Vacuum Skin
• Others

 Distribution Channel

• Hypermarket/ Supermarkets
• Grocery Stores
• Online Retailing
• Departmental Stores
• Others

Fresh Meat Packaging Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The fresh meat packaging market is analyzed and market size insights and trends are provided by country, packaging, layer, meat type, material type, technology and distribution channel as referenced above.

The countries covered in the fresh meat packaging market report are U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America, Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Belgium, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Switzerland, Rest of Europe, Japan, China, India, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific, United Arab Emirate, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Israel, South Africa, Rest of Middle East and Africa.

North America dominates the fresh meat packaging market in terms of market share and revenue. This is mainly due to the large consumption of meat and meat products in this region.

Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest developing region during the forecast period of 2023-2030 due to the availability of raw materials and rising urbanization. Moreover, expansion and growth of food and beverages sector and growing disposable income of individuals are some of the other important factor for the market growth within the 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 Fresh Meat Packaging Market Share Analysis

The fresh meat 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 fresh meat packaging market.

Some of the major players operating in the fresh meat packaging market are:

• Berry Global Inc (U.S.)
• Amcor plc (Switzerland)
• Sealed Air (U.S.)
• Mondi (U.K.)
• Sonoco Products Company (U.S.)
• AVPack Plastic Manufacturers (South Africa)
• Suzhou Yuxinhong Plastic Packaging Co., Ltd. (China)
• Natural Value Inc.(U.S.)
• Coveris (U.K.)
• Shenzhen Chengxing Packing & Material Co.Ltd (China)
• Four Star Plastics (U.S.)
• AMERICAN MANUFACTURE COMPANY (U.S.)
• The Clorox Company (U.S.)
• Polyvinyl Films, Inc (U.S.)
• ECPlaza Network Inc (China)
• Shenzhen Bull New Material Technology Co., Ltd (China)
• SHENZHEN XINTENG PACKAGING CO., LIMITED (China)
• Reynolds Consumer Products (U.S.)
• XINJIANG RIVAL TECH CO.LTD (China)