The global takeout containers market is expected to grow with an impressive CAGR during the forecast period by preserving and preventing food from going bad. Factors such as type of food, the length of storage, the amount of storage space, and the type of storage (room temperature, refrigerator, or frozen) must be taken into consideration before selecting the type of container to use. Glass containers, plastic containers, and plastic bags are all good alternatives.
People are becoming way more aware of sustainability and how their choices affect the environment, and that's shaping the market. Plus, food companies are really getting into innovative packaging because they want their products to stand out with attractive containers. All this new packaging tech is making takeout containers a hot commodity. And, with more and more folks in places like the United States, China, India, Germany, and the United Kingdom reaching for packaged foods, things are only getting busier. Just think, according to the India Hospitality Industry, there are over 7 million restaurants in India alone! Add that to the fact that everyone loves a quick and easy meal, and you've got a recipe for serious demand for takeout containers. Even cooler technologies like instant and heat-and-eat meals are pushing the takeout container market forward.
Manufacturers are developing new and innovative food
Packaging Systems Fuels Market Growth
We expect the container market to really take off, thanks to cool innovations like smart packaging, vacuum packaging, active packaging, and even edible coatings. These things help food last longer and give us, the consumers, better and higher-quality products. Ever heard of intelligent packaging? It's a type of material that can actually tell you about the condition of the food inside or what's going on inside the package itself – sensing, detecting, tracing, you name it! This includes stuff like RFID systems, sensors, and indicators. Then there's active packaging, where something that helps keep the food safe, good, and fresh is either added into the empty space of the container or built right into the packaging material itself.
Rising Demand for Convenient Food Packaging Solutions Propels Market Growth
The food service sector is unstable due to shifting consumer preferences. Because it can be served as a quick meal and cooking time is reduced, demand for convenient and packaged food has been rising steadily. The need for simple packaging to store, transport, and allow for immediate consumption is growing due to the rise in the consumption of packaged and convenience foods. Containers for fast food can aid immediate consumption and serve as secure packaging. Boxes, clamshells, cans, and other products could easily be carried. Additionally, using food containers can extend the freshness and nutritional value of the products.
High Cost and Lack of High Skilled Workers Restricts Market Growth
So, what goes into those takeout containers? Well, it's a mix of natural stuff and man-made materials like polypropylene and polyethylene. The problem is, the price of those raw materials is always jumping around! Plus, you've got governments and groups setting rules to protect resources, which pushes those material costs even higher. Because we're short on the right materials, it's slowing down any new tech for takeout containers. Companies are stuck using old-school packaging, and that's not great for the planet or our wallets. Making these containers also needs skilled workers, which adds to the cost. All of this means more expensive takeout containers, and that's going to be a real challenge for the market.

Market Segmentation
Company Profile
Genpak, LLC, Amcor Plc, Silgan Holdings Inc., Ardagh Group S.A., Berry Global Inc., PLASTIPAK HOLDINGS, INC., Anchor Packaging LLC, Graham Packaging Company, L.P., Ball Corporation and WestRock Company are
Attribute | Details |
Base Year | 2021 |
Historical Years | 2017 – 2020 |
Estimated Year | 2022 |
Forecast Period | 2023 – 2027 |
Quantitative Units | Revenue in USD Billion and CAGR for 2017-2021 and 2022-2027 |
Report Coverage | Revenue forecast, company share, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
Segments Covered | · Product Type· Packaging Type· Material Type· End Users· Region |
Regional Scope | North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
Country Scope | United States, Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Turkey, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia |
Key Companies Profiled | Genpak, LLC, Amcor Plc, Silgan Holdings Inc., Ardagh Group S.A., Berry Global Inc., PLASTIPAK HOLDINGS, INC., Anchor Packaging LLC, Graham Packaging Company, L.P., Ball Corporation and WestRock Company, etc. |
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Report Scope
In this report, the global takeout containers market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below
- Takeout Containers Market, By Product Type
- Bottles & Jars
- Cans
- Cups & Tubs
- Boxes
- Others
- Takeout Containers Market, By Packaging Type
- Rigid
- Plates
- Trays
- Bowls
- Others
- Takeout Containers Market, By Material Type
- Plastic
- Glass
- Metal
- Others
- Takeout Containers Market, By End Users
- Restaurants & Cafes
- Retail Food Chains
- Hotels
- Delivery Catering
- Cinemas
- Canteens
- Others
Takeout Containers Market
- North America
- The United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- France
- Germany
- The United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Australia
- Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Turkey
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia