The global pet food packaging market is experiencing a surge in growth, projected to reach US$ 5.1 billion in 2023 and further climb to US$ 7.1 billion by 2032, with a steady CAGR of 3.7% during this period. This market encompasses a wide array of packaging solutions, including pre-made and customizable bags for dry pet food, as well as aluminum, composite films, and metalized PET film pouches for liquid food. Stand-up and flat pouches are also popular for packaging semi-moist food products like chunks, kibbles, and soft pellets.
The rise in pet ownership, especially in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, has fueled this market expansion. As people spent more time at home, pet adoption rates soared, contributing to the growing demand for pet food and its packaging. Moreover, the humanization trend, where pets are increasingly viewed as family members, has led pet owners to prioritize high-quality pet care, further boosting the market value of pet food packaging.
Sustainability is taking center stage in the pet food packaging sector, particularly in North America and Europe, where regulations are driving manufacturers towards more environmentally responsible practices. Recyclable materials are gaining traction among pet food packaging companies, driven by consumer preferences for eco-friendly options. Pet food manufacturers are responding by establishing their own recycling labs to evaluate various paper and paper-based packaging solutions, recognizing paper as a viable alternative to plastics. However, paper’s limitations in certain applications, especially with perishable goods, are prompting the incorporation of barrier coatings to enhance its functionality and propel the market’s future growth.
North America currently holds the lion’s share of the global pet food packaging market, driven by the region’s high pet population. The United States, in particular, boasts a significant pet ownership base, with dogs being the most prevalent pets, followed by cats and freshwater fish.
Key players in the pet food packaging market are focusing on innovation and convenience, offering features like easy-pour containers, resealable bags, and single-serve pouches to simplify pet feeding and storage, while also extending the product’s freshness. Leading companies in this space include:
* Berry Global Inc.
* Sonoco Products Company
* Constantia Flexibles
* Mondi plc
* Huhtamaki OYJ
* Smurfit Kappa
* Ardagh Group S.A.
* Goglio S.p.A.
* Silgan Holdings Inc.
* Uniflex
* KM Packaging Services Ltd.
* H.B. Fuller Company
* ProAmpac
* Winpak Ltd.
* Printpack Inc.
* ePac Holdings LLC
Recent developments in the market include:
* In December 2023, Plastrela, a Brazilian packaging company, introduced a recyclable mono-material polyethylene pet food standup bag for its client, brand owner Adimax.
* In August 2023, Mondi collaborated with pet supply company Fressnapf to replace their product packaging with a new line of high-end, recyclable mono-material options, utilizing process color printing technology. The unique Select Gold dry pet food line from Fressnapf I Maxi Zoo is now packaged in recyclable FlexiBag, BarrierPack, and StandUp pouches from Mondi.
The global pet food packaging market is segmented based on:
* Packaging Format: Pouches, Bags, Folding Cartons, Tubs & Cups, Cans, Bottles & Jars
* Material: Paper & Paperboard, Plastic, Metal
* Application: Dry Food, Wet Food, Pet Treat, Frozen
* Pet Type: Cats, Dogs, Birds, Others (Rabbits, Hamsters, etc.)
* Region: North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa
