North America Frozen Food Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2024 - 2029)

North America Frozen Food Packaging Market Analysis

The North America Frozen Food Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 13.36 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 18.23 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.40% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

• With frozen items requiring less time and effort than traditional home-cooked meals, the rising consumer demand for convenience is fueling the growth of frozen product sales. Busy lifestyles are pushing consumers toward processed foods, leading to a surge in demand for frozen food. The primary categories of packaged frozen foods include bakery products and frozen processed foods, with frozen ready-to-eat items emerging as a notable category. Colder storage temperatures can significantly extend shelf life, all while consumer expectations for food quality continue to rise.
• As consumers increasingly turn to frozen foods, there is a growing demand for sustainable packaging materials. Numerous manufacturers and retailers are transitioning from traditional packaging to recyclable, reusable, and compostable alternatives. This surge in demand for frozen foods and individually wrapped items has the packaging industry racing to adapt. Innovations in frozen food packaging are on the rise, with notable advancements like steamable packaging for microwavable products. Furthermore, developments in cold-chain technology and smart packaging, like alerting users to temperature changes, are expected to address these evolving needs.
• Grocery shopping habits have undergone a seismic shift. A growing number of consumers are turning to online platforms for their food purchases, prioritizing convenience and safety. In response to these evolving preferences, retailers are diversifying their order fulfillment methods. These include competitive pricing, curbside pickups, home deliveries, food delivery apps, and pickups from remote locations.
• As retailers strive to enhance their recall value and presence in rural, tier I, and tier II regions, they are intensifying efforts to make their promotional programs more enticing. This dynamic not only underscores the evolving landscape of grocery retailing but also highlights the burgeoning opportunities that are shaping the demand for frozen foods in these regions.

North America Frozen Food Packaging Market Trends

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North America Frozen Food Packaging Industry Segmentation

Frozen food packaging helps preserve food from the time it is prepared to when it is eaten.  Frozen food packaging helps maintain original color, flavor, and texture, and generally, more nutrients than foods preserved by other methods. Mostly fruits and vegetables, meat and seafood, frozen desserts and ice creams, and baked goods are packaged in bags, boxes, tubs, cups, trays, wrappers, and pouches.

The North American frozen food packaging market is segmented by packaging material (glass, paper, metal, plastic, and other packaging materials), food product (readymade meals, fruits and vegetables, meat, seafood, baked goods, and other food products), packaging product (bags, boxes, cans, cartons, trays, wrappers, and other packaging products), and country (United States and Canada). The report offers market sizes and forecasts in value (USD) for the above segments.