Egg Tray Market Report 2025

The egg tray market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.64 billion in 2024 to $4.95 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to environmental awareness, regulatory emphasis on packaging standards, shift from plastic to paper-based packaging, consumer preferences for fresh and safe eggs, global economic growth.

The egg tray market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.43 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to continued emphasis on sustainability, rise in urbanization and convenience packaging, e-commerce boom, government initiatives and regulations, global increase in egg consumption. Major trends in the forecast period include sustainable materials and practices, customization and branding, efficiency in production and distribution, automation in manufacturing, innovations in packaging design.

The increasing demand for eggs is anticipated to drive the expansion of the egg tray market in the future. An egg is a hard-shelled reproductive structure produced by birds, particularly domestic chickens, and serves as a food source as well as a key ingredient in baking. Egg trays serve to protect eggs from external damage, shielding them from spoilage caused by light and moisture, and reducing overall egg loss. As a result, the rising demand for eggs will lead to an increased need for egg trays. For example, reports from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), a UK government agency, indicate that in the second quarter of 2.02 trillion dozen eggs were produced for human consumption. This marks a 6.4% increase from Q2 2023 and a 0.3% rise from Q1 2024. The average farm-gate price for eggs in the UK during this period was 144 pence per dozen, which reflects an 8.6% increase compared to Q2 2023 and a 0.6% increase from Q1 2024. Consequently, the rising demand for processed eggs is propelling the growth of the processed eggs market.

The burgeoning e-commerce industry is poised to propel the expansion of the egg tray market. E-commerce, denoting online platforms facilitating the electronic purchase of products and services, has led to an increased demand for secure and protective packaging for delicate items such as eggs. The need for egg trays offering enhanced protection during transportation is expected to rise. For instance, a report from the U.S. Census Bureau in August 2023 revealed that retail e-commerce sales in the United States amounted to approximately $277.6 billion in the first quarter of 2023, indicating a 2.1% growth compared to the same quarter in 2022. Consequently, the rapid growth in e-commerce is fostering the growth of the egg tray market.

A prominent trend gaining traction in the egg trays market is product innovation, with major players dedicating their efforts to developing cutting-edge technologies and advancements in product-related features. This includes the incorporation of advanced analytics, video technology, green energy sources, biodegradable and compostable materials, RFID tracking, and automated egg handling. For example, in February 2022, Tekni-Plex, a US-based company specializing in materials science and manufacturing technologies, introduced the Dolco ProPlus egg carton. Notably, this carton is composed of 25% post-consumer recycled (PCR) foam polystyrene. The utilization of advanced recycling methods allows these cartons to be recycled multiple times without compromising their quality or functionality, contributing to the packaging sector's shift towards a genuine circular economy.

Prominent companies in the market are prioritizing eco-friendly packaging solutions, particularly fiber-based egg cartons, in response to heightened consumer demand for sustainable packaging and to underscore their commitment to environmental responsibility. Fiber-based egg cartons, crafted primarily from recycled paper pulp, provide a sustainable and biodegradable packaging option for eggs. For instance, in November 2023, Huhtamaki Americas, Inc., a US-based foodservice packaging provider, introduced an innovative line of sustainable molded fiber-based cartons, exclusively made from 100% recycled materials. Positioned as an eco-friendly substitute for traditional polystyrene foam in the US egg market, these cartons align with evolving regulatory standards, as 12 states have already banned expanded polystyrene packaging. Huhtamaki's $100 million investment in expanding its Indiana plant underscores its commitment to advanced technology, enabling the production of customizable, locally sourced fiber-based egg cartons.

In January 2022, Tekni-Plex, a US-based company specializing in materials science and manufacturing technologies, acquired the licensed technologies of Fibro Corporation for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition is geared towards enabling Tekni-Plex to scale up, enhance production capabilities, and diversify its product lines to offer superior solutions to a broader range of fresh foods markets, thereby providing additional value to consumers. Fibro Corporation, based in the US, specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative molded-fiber packaging, including egg tray cartons.

Major companies operating in the egg tray market include Al Ghadeer Group, Brodrene Hartmann AS, Cascades Inc., CDL SAS, DFM Packaging Solutions, Dispak Ltd., Europak s.r.o., Huhtamaki Oyj, Ovotherm International Handels GmbH, Pactiv Evergreen Inc., Hartmann, Celluloses de la Loire, GI-OVO B.V, Green Pulp Paper Industry Sdn Bhd, Maspack Ltd., Pacific Pulp Molding Inc., Primapack, Reynolds Group Holdings Ltd., KSP Fibre Products Pvt. Ltd., Claridge Moulded Fibre Ltd, Tera Plast India Pvt. Ltd, G-Pack, Falcon Packaging LLC, MyPak Packaging, EP Europack, Sanovo Technology Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the egg tray market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global egg tray market report forecast period. The regions covered in the egg tray market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the egg tray market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

An egg tray is a specialized container designed with multiple indentations for holding individual eggs. It comes in a diverse range of colors, materials, shapes, sizes, and designs, serving the purpose of carrying and transporting eggs. The primary function of an egg tray is to protect eggs from external stresses during shipment and storage by absorbing shocks.

The main categories of egg trays include molded fiber, plastic, and other materials. Plastic, a durable and lightweight synthetic material produced chemically, is moldable into various shapes. Plastic egg trays are employed for sorting, storing, and shipping eggs, providing a protective and organized solution. These trays find applications in handling liquid egg products, dried egg products, and frozen egg products. They are distributed through multiple channels such as supermarkets, hypermarkets, convenience stores, online retail, and others. Additionally, various end-users, including transportation and retailing, utilize these egg trays for their distinct purposes.

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The egg tray market consists of sales of pulp egg cartons, foam egg cartons, egg flats, egg sleeves, egg crates, and egg boxes. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

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