In 2023, South Africa’s packaging landscape saw significant shifts driven by consumer demand for convenience and sustainability. The sales of ready meals surged, boosting the demand for folding cartons, the dominant packaging choice in this category, particularly for chilled and frozen meals. Brick liquid cartons continued to gain share in baby food packaging thanks to their safety and sustainability features. In addition, brands like Liqui-Fruit rebranded to enhance their competitiveness.
The Packaging in South Africa report offers insight into key trends and developments in the industry. The report also examines trends and prospect for various pack types and closures: metal packaging, rigid plastic, glass, liquid cartons, paper-based containers; flexible packaging.
Data coverage: Market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
The Packaging in South Africa report offers insight into key trends and developments in the industry. The report also examines trends and prospect for various pack types and closures: metal packaging, rigid plastic, glass, liquid cartons, paper-based containers; flexible packaging.
Data coverage: Market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
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- Get a detailed picture of the Packaging market;
- Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change;
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- Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.
Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY- Packaging in 2023: The big picture
- 2023 key trends
- Brick liquid cartons gain popularity for nutritious baby food options
- Small hot drink packs are popular for their convenience, affordability and single servings
- Glass bottles are the preferred choice for brandy and cognac
- HDPE bottles are favoured for affordable skin care products
- Plastic pouches rise in popularity for cost-effective detergent packaging
- Waste Act 2008 promotes sustainable packaging waste management
- EPR holds producers accountable for the full lifecycle of packaging
- Producers must report waste management to ensure regulatory compliance
- Community initiatives boost recycling awareness and accessibility
- Recycling reduces waste and aligns with national sustainability goals
- Infrastructure challenges persist, but innovation offers improvement opportunities
- Table 1 Overview of Packaging Recycling and Recovery in South Africa: 2021/2022 and Targets for 2023
