Clamshells in Retail Food Packaging in the United States

Report
68 Pages
December 2021
Region: United States
The Freedonia Group
ID: 5561856

This study examines the US market for clamshell packaging for food. A clamshell is a one-piece container consisting of two parts joined together by a hinge. Clamshells snap shut or have a tamper-indicating peel-off tab but are often also taped shut using a label from the manufacturer or retailer.

This study covers only retail usage of clamshell packaging. Clamshells used for foodservice, such as those used in fast-food and other restaurant takeout applications, are not included. Furthermore, only clamshells for packaged food are included; clamshells used for self-serve applications in retail locations are excluded from this study, as are egg cartons.

For the purposes of this study, molded fiber refers to any fibrous material composed of waste paper or other natural fibers, including molded pulp and molded sugarcane.

Clamshells for food are generally made of rigid plastic but may also be made of paperboard, molded pulp, or molded sugarcane. Clamshells are used to package:

fresh produce, including fruits and salad
baked goods, such as cakes, cookies, and pastries
snacks, such as dried fruit, nuts, and trail mix
fresh prepared foods, such as sandwiches and salads
other foods, such as savory snacks and chocolate

Historical data (2010, 2015, and 2020) and forecasts for 2025 and 2030 are presented for demand for clamshell packaging by value in current dollars (including inflation); demand data by market is presented in current dollars. “Demand” (or sales) is defined as all shipments from US plants, plus imports minus exports.

1. Executive Summary

2. About This Report

Report Details
Study Scope & Product Description
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic

3. Overview

Historical Market Trends
Materials Trends
Demand by Material
Plastic Clamshell Resins
Factors Impacting Clamshell Packaging Demand
Product Innovation
Sustainability

4. Applications

Demand by Application
Fresh Produce
Demand by Application
Berries
Tomatoes
Baked Goods
Fresh Prepared Foods
Other Foods

5. Key Suppliers & Industry Trends

Industry Composition
Industry Leaders

6. Appendix

Scope
Definitions
Methodology
Study-Specific Methodology
Sources
Associations & Agencies
Related Studies & Reports
Macroeconomic Assumptions
Economic Environment
Demographics
Consumer Spending
Retail Sales

List of Tables

2. About This Report
Table 2-1 - Annual Food Clamshell Packaging Demand by Application, 2019 - 2021 (million dollars)
3. Overview
Table 3-1 - Food Clamshell Packaging Demand, 2010 - 2020 (million dollars)
Table 3-2 - Food Clamshell Packaging Demand by Material, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Table 3-3 - Plastic Clamshell Demand by Resin, 2010 - 2025 (million pounds)
4. Applications
Table 4-1 - Food Clamshell Packaging Demand by Application, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Table 4-2 - Fresh Produce Clamshell Demand by Application, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Table 4-3 - Baked Goods Clamshell Packaging Demand by Application, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Table 4-4 - Fresh Prepared Foods Clamshell Packaging Demand by Application, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
6. Appendix
Table 6-1 - Relevant Industry Codes
Table 6-2 - Relevant HS Codes
Table 6-3 - Macroeconomic Indicators, 2010 - 2025 (billion 2012 dollars)
Table 6-4 - Population & Households, 2010 - 2025 (million persons)
Table 6-5 - Personal Consumption Expenditures & Retail Sales, 2010 - 2025 (billion dollars)
Table 6-6 - Nondurable Goods Retail Sales, 2010 - 2025 (billion dollars)

List of Figures

1. Executive Summary
Figure 1-1 - Clamshell Demand in Food Packaging
2. About This Report
Figure 2-1 - Clamshell Packaging: Product Examples
Figure 2-2 - Annual Clamshell Food Packaging Demand, 2018 - 2022 (million dollars)
3. Overview
Figure 3-1 - Food Clamshell Packaging Demand, 2000 - 2020 (million dollars)
Figure 3-2 - Food Clamshell Packaging Demand by Material, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Figure 3-3 - Clamshell Packaging Innovation: Product Examples
4. Applications
Figure 4-1 - Food Clamshell Packaging Demand by Application, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Figure 4-2 - Fresh Produce Clamshell Packaging: Product Examples
Figure 4-3 - Fresh Produce Clamshell Packaging Demand by Application, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Figure 4-4 - Berry Clamshell Packaging: Product Examples
Figure 4-5 - Berry Clamshell Demand, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Figure 4-6 - Berry Production in the US, 2010 - 2025 (million pounds)
Figure 4-7 - Tomato Clamshell Packaging: Product Examples
Figure 4-8 - Tomato Clamshell Demand, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Figure 4-9 - Baked Goods Clamshell Packaging: Product Examples
Figure 4-10 - Baked Goods Clamshell Packaging Demand by Application, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Figure 4-11 - Fresh Prepared Foods Clamshell Packaging: Product Examples
Figure 4-12 - Fresh Prepared Foods Clamshell Packaging Demand by Application, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
Figure 4-13 - Other Foods Clamshell Packaging Demand, 2010 - 2025 (million dollars)
5. Key Suppliers & Industry Trends
Figure 5-1 - IP's Paper Clamshell Packaging

Samples

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Clamshells for food are generally made of rigid plastic but may also be made of paperboard, molded pulp, or molded sugarcane. Clamshells are used to package:

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