What Does the Trend of Market Size for Retort Packaging Market Indicate?
The retort packaging market size has shown robust growth in recent years, expanding from $4.43 billion in 2024 to $4.72 billion in 2025, driven by a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. This consistent growth can be attributed to several factors such as the emerging trends of convenience and ready-to-eat foods, increasing shelf-life of food products, packaging used in military and space missions, cost-effective sterilization methods, as well as the rise in single-person households.Looking ahead, the retort packaging market is expected to witness significant growth in the coming years as it is predicted to reach $6.41 billion in 2029, growing at a CAGR of 8.0%. Factors driving this predicted growth include the demand for premium and gourmet retort packaging, surge in the usage of eco-friendly and sustainable retort materials, growth in pet food and baby food packaging, enhanced opportunities for customization and branding, the rising trend of on-the-go and portable packaging formats, and the rapid expansion of pharmaceutical industry. Major market trends include the emerging use of microwavable and sous-vide retort pouches, retort stand-up pouches for snacks, recyclable and compostable retort materials, retortable glass and plastic containers, smart packaging with QR codes and labels, and retort packaging for plant-based and organic foods.
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What’s Fueling the Growth of the Retort Packaging Market?
The increasing global demand for ready-to-eat or prepared meals is a paramount driver for the growth of the retort packaging market. Retort packaging, characterized by its ability to preserve food quality and safety while extending product shelf life, has become a preferred choice for packaging ready-to-eat items. According to data from the United States Department of Agriculture, the total value of US processed food products exported in 2022 accounted for $38 billion, a sharp increase of 10.96% from the $34.24 billion in 2021. Moreover, Canada and Mexico exported processed food products valued at $11.43 billion and $5.65 billion respectively in the same year. Hence, the soaring demand for ready-to-eat or ready meals worldwide is a major propellant for the retort packaging market.
What are the Major Segments Within the Global Retort Packaging Market?
1) By Product Type: Pouches, Trays, Cartons, Other Product Types
2) By Material: PET, Polypropylene, Aluminum foil, Polyethylene, Polyamide, Paperboard, Other Materials
3) By End-Use: Food, Beverages, Other End-Users
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Which Companies are Dominating the Retort Packaging Market?
Notable companies in the retort packaging market include Amcor Ltd., Coveris Flexibles UK Ltd., Sonoco Products Company, Mondi Group Plc, Berry Global Group Inc., Clondalkin Group, Tredegar Corp., Flair Flexible Packaging Corporation, ProAmpac Holdings Inc., Huhtamaki Oyj, Clifton Packaging Group Pvt Ltd., Winpak Ltd., Otsuka Holdings Co Ltd., and many more. These companies are leading the way in developing innovative solutions and driving the industry’s expansion.
What Trends Are Influencing the Retort Packaging Market?
In an initiative to promote sustainability around the globe, retort packaging manufacturers are progressively developing recyclable retort pouches. For instance, in April 2022, ProAmpac, a leading US-based manufacturer of flexible packaging, launched ProActive PCR Retort pouches. They are made of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and mark a significant stride towards sustainable packaging solutions. These new retort pouches contain a minimum of 30% PCR content and significantly reduce the dependence on virgin plastics, aligning with ProAmpac’s commitment to sustainability and taking the circular economy forward.
Which Region Holds the Lion’s Share in the Retort Packaging Market?
In 2024, Asia-Pacific dominated the retort packaging market, followed by Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.
What Does The Retort Packaging Market Report 2025 Offer?
Retort packaging refers to a packaging type made from flexible plastic and metal foils used to pack cooked or semi-cooked foods which are sealed and subsequently sterilized to create food packages that require neither preservatives nor refrigeration, thereby extending their shelf life. The Retort Packaging Market research report from The Business Research Company offers global market size, growth rate, regional shares, competitor analysis, detailed segments, trends, and opportunities.
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