Foodservice Disposables Market Report 2024

The foodservice disposables market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $58.86 billion in 2023 to $62.58 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth during the historic period was driven by a rising focus on the circular economy, the development of recyclable or compostable products, the expansion of supermarkets and retail chains offering ready-to-eat meals, an increase in public events and festivals, and the proliferation of coffee shops alongside a takeaway coffee culture.

The foodservice disposables market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $80.37 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period will be fueled by the popularity of mobile restaurants and food trucks, urbanization trends, and busier lifestyles. Additionally, stricter environmental regulations, the availability of eco-friendly certified products, and the demand for convenient and portable food packaging will contribute significantly. Key trends anticipated in this period include the integration of digital technologies in packaging, the expansion of e-commerce platforms, automation in the production of disposable products, advancements in edible packaging materials, and the adoption of smart packaging solutions.

The growth of the online food industry is expected to drive expansion in the foodservice disposables market. The online food industry involves the ordering and delivery of food through e-commerce platforms or mobile apps, driven by consumer demand for convenience, improvements in delivery logistics, and the widespread adoption of food-ordering apps. Foodservice disposables play a crucial role in supporting this industry by offering convenient, hygienic, and cost-effective packaging solutions that maintain food quality, promote brand identity, and address sustainability concerns. For example, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, online food retail sales in Australia grew from 5.8% in December 2022 to 6.4% in December 2023, highlighting the sector's rapid expansion. Therefore, the burgeoning online food industry is poised to stimulate growth in the foodservice disposables market.

Leading companies in the foodservice disposables sector are focusing on developing paper-based packaging solutions to address environmental concerns and meet rising consumer preferences for sustainable products. Paper-based packaging solutions primarily use paper or paperboard materials for packaging. For instance, in January 2022, Amcor, a Swiss packaging and container manufacturing company, launched AmFiber, a line of paper-based packaging products. AmFiber aims to offer innovative solutions that enhance performance and sustainability across various consumer applications, starting with recyclable, high-barrier packaging for snacks and confectionery in Europe. This initiative underscores the industry's commitment to advancing sustainable packaging practices in response to growing environmental awareness and regulatory pressures.

In August 2023, Regal Food Product Group, a UK-based food production company, acquired Packaging R Us for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition is part of Regal Food Product Group's initiative to diversify its offerings beyond food and beverages by integrating disposable packaging solutions. The acquisition is aimed at expanding Regal Food Product Group's wholesale capabilities and enhancing its market position in the packaging sector. Packaging R Us, based in the UK, specializes in manufacturing various disposable food packaging solutions.

Major companies operating in the foodservice disposables market are WestRock Company, International Paper, Berry Global Inc., Graphic Packaging International LLC, Sonoco Products Company, Pactiv Evergreen Inc., Huhtamaki, Dart Container Corporation, Novolex, Printpack, Genpak, Sabert Corporation, Duni Group, D&W Fine Pack, Fabri-Kal, Anchor Packaging LLC, Hoffmaster Group Inc., Airlite Plastics, WinCup, Inline Plastics, Gold Plast SpA, Vegware, PrimeWare, Eco-Products.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the foodservice disposables market in 2023. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the foodservice disposables market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the foodservice disposables market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Foodservice disposables are products designed for single-use in storing, transporting, and serving food and beverages within the foodservice industry. They ensure convenience, hygiene, and cost-effectiveness by being discarded after use. These items play a crucial role in maintaining food safety and enhancing operational efficiency in various foodservice settings.

Packaging in the foodservice disposables market primarily consists of rigid and flexible types. Rigid packaging includes single-use containers and packaging solutions made from robust materials such as plastic, paperboard, or aluminum. These disposables are crafted from materials such as plastic, paper, paperboard, bagasse, and polylactic acid. They find application in diverse sectors including food service, online delivery, and institutional environments. These products are widely used across restaurants, hotels, tea and coffee shops, retail outlets, vending machines, sports venues, buffets, cafeterias, food delivery services, and more.

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The foodservice disposables market consists of sales of disposable plates, cups, food containers, lids, and food wraps. 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).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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