Loose Food Storage Appliances Market Report 2026

The loose food storage appliances market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $15.76 billion in 2025 to $16.63 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in bulk food retail formats, increasing household focus on food preservation, expansion of commercial food storage needs, rising awareness of food contamination risks, availability of diverse storage appliance designs.

The loose food storage appliances market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $20.37 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of smart kitchen appliances, rising demand for sustainable food storage solutions, expansion of zero-waste retail practices, growing integration of iot-enabled storage monitoring, increasing commercial food service requirements. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for airtight and modular storage solutions, growing adoption of smart temperature-controlled appliances, rising use of eco-friendly storage materials, expansion of bulk food consumption trends, enhanced focus on food safety and hygiene.

The growth of online grocery shopping is expected to drive the expansion of the loose food storage appliances market in the coming years. Online grocery shopping involves purchasing food and household essentials through digital platforms, enabling consumers to place orders remotely for home delivery or store pickup. The rise in online grocery shopping is largely driven by convenience, as it allows consumers to save time by ordering necessities from home without visiting physical retail outlets. This increase in online grocery purchases is boosting the need for effective home food storage solutions, encouraging consumers to invest in loose food storage appliances. Such appliances help store bulk and unpackaged items purchased online, supporting freshness preservation and waste reduction. For instance, in November 2024, according to a report published by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), a US-based government department, around 19.4% of U.S. grocery shoppers aged 15 and above reported buying groceries online at least once in both 2022 and 2023. Online grocery shopping was particularly prevalent among younger consumers, with 26% of individuals aged 15 to 24 participating in this purchasing behavior. Therefore, the increasing adoption of online grocery shopping is boosting the growth of the loose food storage appliances market.

Major companies operating in the loose food storage appliances market are emphasizing the development of advanced solutions, such as rigid containers, to provide cost-effective and environmentally friendly food storage options. Rigid containers are durable, inflexible storage solutions designed to protect contents while retaining their shape during storage and handling. For example, in October 2024, Novolex, a US-based manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging, introduced TamperFlag rigid containers. These containers feature a tamper-evident flag that automatically pops up when opened, clearly indicating whether the container has been unsealed to enhance consumer safety. Designed for efficient packing, the TamperFlag mechanism activates in a single step when the lid is closed. Available in sizes ranging from 8 to 32 ounces, the containers are suitable for both wet and dry grab-and-go foods, offering a leak-resistant design that helps maintain freshness. Additionally, they reduce plastic waste by eliminating tear strips and shrink bands, provide a smooth labeling surface, support stackability, and are available with up to 50% post-consumer recycled plastic to promote sustainability.

In January 2024, Berlin Packaging, a US-based packaging company, acquired Alpack Limited for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, Berlin Packaging strengthened its presence in Ireland and expanded its portfolio of food packaging solutions. The acquisition combines the capabilities of both companies to better address diverse packaging requirements across the UK, Ireland, and wider European markets. Alpack Limited is an Ireland-based manufacturer specializing in loose food storage jars.

Major companies operating in the loose food storage appliances market are Sealed Air Corporation, Tupperware Brands Corporation, Rubbermaid, Lock & Lock Co. Ltd., OXO International Ltd., Glad Products Company, Sistema Plastics Ltd., Progressive International Corporation, Komax Co. Ltd., Pyrex Ltd., Joseph Joseph Ltd., Mepal, Thermos LLC, Snapware Corporation, Chef’n Corp., Glasslock Inc., Ello Inc., Anchor Hocking Corporation, Ziploc Inc., Tiger Corporation.

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

The loose food storage appliances market consists of sales of food pans, dunnage racks, vegetable rack trolleys, vacuum sealers, and food dehydrators. 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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