Food Cans Market Report 2026

The food cans market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $65.16 billion in 2025 to $67.25 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of canned food consumption, rising demand for packaged meat and seafood, increasing adoption of aluminum and tin cans, expansion of food processing and preservation industries, technological advancements in can fabrication.

The food cans market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $75.73 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for ready-to-eat and convenience foods, increasing focus on sustainability and recyclable cans, expansion in bakery, confectionery, and beverage segments, innovations in easy-open and embossed cans, growth in fruit, vegetable, and sauce packaging sectors. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of aluminum and steel or tin cans for food packaging, use of 2-piece and 3-piece can designs, integration of easy-open and standard cans, expansion in meat, poultry, seafood, and pet food packaging, enhancement in packaging for sauces, jams, pickles, fruits, and vegetables.

The increasing penetration of organized retail is expected to significantly drive the growth of the food cans market. Factors such as rising disposable incomes, evolving consumer tastes and preferences, demographic shifts, and increased investments are all contributing to the expansion of organized retail. Additionally, enhanced Internet penetration and the entry of international retailers into various markets are broadening access to canned food products for consumers globally. For instance, in February 2024, Digital Commerce 360 reported that in 2023, U.S. e-commerce accounted for 22% of total retail sales, up from 21.2% in 2022. Total retail sales rose to approximately $5.088 trillion in 2023, compared to about $4.904 trillion in 2022, reflecting a growth rate of 3.8%. This growth in organized retail is positively impacting the food cans market by increasing the availability and visibility of canned food products.

Leading companies in the food cans market are focusing on developing innovative packaging solutions to cater to the convenience and preferences of on-the-go consumers. Single-serve flavored tuna cans, for example, are compact, ready-to-eat products designed to provide portion-controlled nutrition with added taste options. In December 2025, Bumble Bee Foods, LLC, a US-based seafood company, launched a new line of single-serve flavored tuna cans, offering four distinct flavors: Lemon Pepper, Sweet Teriyaki, Smoky Bacon, and Wasabi Ginger. These cans provide a convenient grab-and-go format, making them ideal for lunches and snacks. Each can offers a complete protein source while maintaining freshness and flavor without requiring additional preparation. The packaging emphasizes portability and ease of use, catering to busy consumers who seek quick and nutritious meal options. This new product range strengthens Bumble Bee’s portfolio by combining taste innovation with consumer-focused convenience.

In August 2025, Dabur India Limited, an India-based provider of health and personal care products as well as beverages, formed a partnership with Ball Corporation to promote eco-conscious juice packaging. Through this collaboration, Dabur plans to introduce fully recyclable aluminum cans for its Réal Bites Juice portfolio, aiming to enhance sustainability, extend shelf life, and meet the growing consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging. Ball Corporation, a US-based provider of sustainable aluminum packaging solutions, specializes in recyclable beverage cans and innovative packaging technologies.

Major companies operating in the food cans market report are Crown Holdings Inc., Ball Corporation, Ardagh Group S.A, Silgan Holdings Inc., Toyo Seikan Group Holdings Ltd, Can-Pack S.A, CPMC Holdings Limited, Visy Industries, Nampak Products Ltd, Metal Container Corporation, Kian Joo Can Factory Berhad, Independent Can Company, Jamestrong Packaging, Avon Crowncaps & Containers Nig. Plc, TinPak Pvt Ltd, Ton Yi Industrial, Sonoco Products Company, Colep Portugal S.A., Allstate Can Corporation, Universal Can Corporation, Thai Can Manufacturing Co. Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the food cans market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the food cans market are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the food cans market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The food can market consists of sales of chromium-coated steel, tin cans, and paper cans. Glass cans and plastic cans. 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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