Ice cream packaging market

Ice Cream Packaging Market, By Packaging Type (Cup, Tub, Stick Packs, Folding Carton, and Others), By Distribution Channel (Supermarket/Hypermarket, Convenience Stores, Ice Cream Parlors, Online Stores, and Others), and By Region (North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa)

  • Mar 2023
  • CMI4818
  • 110 Pages
  • Excel & Pdf
  • Packaging

 Global ice cream packaging market  was valued at US$ 820.9 Mn in 2022,  exhibiting CAGR of 4.0% from 2023-2030.  Market is likely to reach US$ 1,123.46 Mn by the end of 2030. Increasing consumption of ice creams in various regions and launches of numerous varieties of ice creams are projected to bolster the demand for innovative ice cream packaging.  Thus, the market is estimated to grow 1.5 times the current market value during the forecast period 2023-2030.

Global Ice Cream Packaging Market: Regional Insights

Among region, market is segmented into Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Asia Pacific held a dominant position in the global ice cream packaging market in 2022 accounting for 44.5% market share, owing to increasing standard of living and growth in the consumption of ice cream in China, India, Japan, and ASEAN countries. For instance, Ice cream packaging market in China increased by14% in retail sales in 2022 Forecast predict that the ice cream shop market will grow further at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate). Asia Pacific is followed by North America and Europe.

Figure 1. Global Ice Cream Packaging Market (%), By Region 2022

Global Ice Cream Packaging Market: Growth Drivers

  • Continuous Innovation in the Industry to Spur Product Demand

Traditional ice cream has nutritional properties but has no health benefits. Thus, increasing interest of market players in the fortification and addition of functional ingredients that can encourage consumers to choose the product as a healthy snack option. Functional foods provide  not only basic nutrition but also  plays a role in reducing or minimizing the risk of certain diseases.  Rising production of fortified or functional products is expected to increase the consumption of the product i.e. ice cream globally.

  • Rising Expenditure on R&D and Digitalization

Rising expenditure by market players on the research and development of innovative products is anticipated to boost the market growth. For instance, in January 2022, Unilever group, launched vegan stick bars, magnum vegan classic, and magnum vegan almond in mini-sized multi-packs.

Ice Cream Packaging Market Report Coverage

Report Coverage Details
Base Year: 2022 Market Size in 2022: US$ 820.9 Mn
Historical Data for: 2017 to 2021 Forecast Period: 2023 to 2030
Forecast Period 2023 to 2030 CAGR: 4.0% 2030 Value Projection: US$ 1,123.46 Mn
Geographies covered:
  • North America: U.S. and Canada
  • Latin America: Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America
  • Europe: Germany, U.K., Spain, France, Italy, Russia, and Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific: China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, ASEAN, and Rest of Asia Pacific
  • Middle East & Africa
Segments covered:
  • By Packaging Type: Cup, Tub, Stick Packs, Folding Carton, Others
  • By Distribution Channel: Supermarket/Hypermarket, Convenience Stores, Ice-Cream Parlors, Online Stores, Others
Companies covered:

Sonoco Products Company, Amcor Plc, International Paper Company, Sealed Air Corp., Huhtamaki Oyj,  Amcor Plc , Linpac Group Ltd., Ampac Holdings LLC, INDEVCO Group, Tetra Laval, Berry Global, Stora Enso, and SIG.

Growth Drivers:
  • Continuous Innovation in the Industry 
  • Rising Expenditure on R&D and Digitalization
Restraints & Challenges:
  • Low shelf- life and seasonality

Global Ice Cream Packaging Market: Restraints

  • Low shelf- life and seasonality

Ice cream is a frozen dairy product and can spoil in a limited time, if it is not stored properly. It has low shelf- life. Product stored in a stale storage atmosphere usually develops a foul smell and microorganisms. Italso picks up absorbed volatile flavors from the storage environment such as paint and ammonia. Thus, the high storage cost of the product is expected to hamper the market growth. Furthermore, the demand for the product i.e. ice cream is usually at peak during summers but decrease in demand can be seen during winter and monsoon, and thus, this can further hinder the market growth. 

Figure 2. Global Ice Cream Packaging Market (%), By distribution channel 2022

Among distribution channel, supermarket/hypermarket segment held 43.7% market share in 2020. The supermarkets and hypermarkets are increasing across the globe. These are arranging special events such as cookery classes to increase the footfall and boost consumer engagement. Retail suppliers often partner with brands for such initiatives. For instance, there are 42,505 Supermarkets & Grocery Stores in the U.S. as of 2021 that is increase of 0.6% from 2020. There are more than 435,000+ supermarkets in India.

Global Ice Cream Packaging Market: Key Developments

  • In June 2022, Borealis, partnered with Paccor (Germany) and Froneri (Finland). It has developed a mono-material PP ice cream packaging manufactured with bio-based feedstock.
  • In August 2019, Berry Global Inc., introduced a pint-sized sustainable solution for ice cream that included usage of paper pint by ice cream manufacturers. It is a clear pint that provides an eco-friendly solutions on all three fronts (reduce, reuse and recycle).

Ice Cream Packaging Market: Key companies

Key players operating in the global ice cream packaging market include Sonoco Products Company, International Paper Company, Sealed Air Corp., Huhtamaki Oyj, Amcor Plc, Linpac Group Ltd., Ampac Holdings LLC, INDEVCO Group, Tetra Laval, Berry Global, Stora Enso, and SIG.

Definition: Packaging Institute International defined packaging as the enclosure of products, items or packages in a wrapped pouch, bag, box, cup, tray, can, tube, bottle or other container form to perform various functions such as containment, protection, preservation, communication, utility, and performance.

Table of Contents

  1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    • Research Objectives
    • Assumptions
    • Abbreviations
  2. Market Purview
    • Report Description
      • Market Definition and Scope
    • Executive Summary
      • Market Snippet, By Packaging Type
      • Market Snippet, By Distribution Channel
      • Market Snippet, By Region
    • Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
  3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
    • Market Dynamics
      • Drivers
      • Restraints
      • Market Opportunities
      • Market Trends
      • PORTER’s Five Forces Analysis
      • PEST Analysis
      • Key Developments
      • Market Attractiveness Analysis
  4. Global Ice Cream Packaging Market- Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
    • Overview
    • Factors Affecting Global Ice Cream Packaging Market – COVID-19
    • Impact Analysis
  5. Global Ice Cream Packaging Market, By Packaging Type, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Introduction
      • Market Share Analysis, 2023, and 2030 (%)
      • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2017 - 2030
      • Segment Trends
    • Cup
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017 - 2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Tub
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017-2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Stick Packs
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017 - 2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Folding Cartoon
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017 - 2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Others
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017 - 2030, (US$ Mn)
  6. Global Ice Cream Packaging Market, By Distribution Channel, 2017-2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Introduction
      • Market Share Analysis, 2023, and 2030 (%)
      • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2017 - 2030
      • Segment Trends
    • Supermarket/ Hypermarket
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017-2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Convenience Stores
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017 - 2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Ice Cream Parlor
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017 - 2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Online Stores
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017 - 2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Others
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2017 - 2030, (US$ Mn)
  7. Global Ice Cream Packaging Market, By Region, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
    • Introduction
      • Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2023, and 2030 (%)
      • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2017 - 2030
    • North America
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Packaging Type, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2017- 2030 (US$ Mn)
      • Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2023, and 2030 (%)
      • Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, By Country, 2017 – 2030
        • U.S.
        • Canada
    • Latin America
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Packaging Type, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
        • Brazil
        • Argentina
        • Mexico
        • Rest of Latin America
    • Europe
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Packaging Type, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
        • U.K.
        • Germany
        • France
        • Italy
        • Spain
        • Russia
        • Rest of Europe
    • Asia Pacific
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Packaging Type, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
        • China
        • India
        • Japan
        • ASEAN
        • South Korea
        • Australia
        • Rest of Asia Pacific
    • Middle East & Africa
      • Introduction
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Packaging Type, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, By Distribution Channel, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
      • Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country/ Sub-region, 2017- 2030, (US$ Mn)
        • Middle East
        • Africa
  8. Competitive Landscape
    • Market Share Analysis
    • Heat Map Analysis
    • Company Profiles
      • Sonoco Products Company
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • International Paper Company
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • Sealed Air Corp.
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • Huhtamaki Oyj
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • Amcor Plc
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • Linpac Group Ltd.
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • Ampac Holdings LLC
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • INDEVCO Group
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • Tetra Laval
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • Berry Global
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • Stora Enso
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
      • SIG
        • Company Overview
        • Component Portfolio
        • Financial Performance
        • Recent Developments/Updates
  9. Section
    • References
    • Research Methodology
    • About us and Sales Contact

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Detailed Segmentation:

  • Global Ice Cream Packaging Market, By Packaging Type:
    • Cup
    • Tub
    • Stick Packs
    • Folding Carton
    • Others
  • Global Ice Cream Packaging Market, By Distribution Channel
    • Supermarket/Hypermarket
    • Convenience Stores
    • Ice-Cream Parlors
    • Online Stores
    • Others
  • Global Ice Cream Packaging Market, By Region:
    • North America
      • U.S.
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Canada
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
    • Latin America
      • Brazil
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Argentina
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Mexico
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Rest of Latin America
        • By Packaging Type:
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
    • Europe
      • U.K.
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Germany
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • France
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Italy
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Spain
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Russia
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Rest of Europe
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
    • Asia Pacific
      • China
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • India
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Japan
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • ASEAN
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • South Korea
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Australia
        • By Packaging Type:
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Rest of Asia Pacific
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
    • Middle East & Africa
      • Middle East
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
      • Africa
        • By Packaging Type
          • Cup
          • Tub
          • Stick Packs
          • Folding Carton
          • Others
        • By Distribution Channel
          • Supermarket/Hypermarket
          • Convenience Stores
          • Ice-Cream Parlors
          • Online Stores
          • Others
- Frequently Asked Questions -

What will the market size be in 20230?

The global ice cream packaging market is estimated to surpass US$ 1,123.46 Mn by 2030 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 4.0% between 2023 and 2030.

What are the major factors that are expected to drive growth of the market during the forecast period?

Continuous innovation in the industry and rising expenditure on R&D and digitalization is expected to drive growth growth of the market during the forecast period.

What are the trends in the market?

Rising demand for new flavors of ice cream, gelato, and other super-premium products is expected to rise the ice cream sales across globe.

What are the key factors hampering growth of the market?

Low shelf- life and seasonality are the key factors hampering growth of the market

Which are the key players operating in the market?

Major players operating in the market include Sonoco Products Company, Amcor Plc, International Paper Company, Sealed Air Corp., Huhtamaki Oyj, Amcor Plc, Linpac Group Ltd., Ampac Holdings LLC, INDEVCO Group, Tetra Laval, Berry Global, Stora Enso, and SIG.

What is the current market size?

The market was valued at US$ 820.9 million in 2022.
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