Total packaging retail volumes of processed meat and seafood packaging decreased by 2% in 2024, falling to 27 billion units. This performance marked the third consecutive year of falling retail volumes. Persistent inflation, a weak yen, and rising raw material costs led to increased prices for pork, seafood, and substitutes, making them less affordable for local consumers.
This Processed Meat and Seafood Packaging in Japan report offers insight into key trends and developments driving packaging across the category. 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.
Product coverage: Meat and Seafood Substitutes inc Tofu, Processed Meat, Processed Seafood.
Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
This Processed Meat and Seafood Packaging in Japan report offers insight into key trends and developments driving packaging across the category. 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.
Product coverage: Meat and Seafood Substitutes inc Tofu, Processed Meat, Processed Seafood.
Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.
Why buy this report?
- Get a detailed picture of the Processed Meat and Seafood Packaging market;
- Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change;
- Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and leading brands;
- Use five-year forecasts to assess how the market is predicted to develop.
Table of Contents
KEY DATA FINDINGS2024 DEVELOPMENTS
- Overall packaging volumes decline but folding cartons stand out with growth driven by smaller, convenient packs
- Bio-based and recyclable packaging gains traction with sustainable materials and mid-sized packs in Japan
- Growth of thin wall plastic containers driven by convenience and product protection
- Processed meat and seafood packaging volumes set to further decline due to ageing population, shrinking demand, and supply constraints
- Rising demand for plastic pouches and smaller 20g and 60g packs amid supply challenges and fragmented competition
