Pet Food Packaging Market size was over USD 11.08 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to cross USD 22.78 billion by 2036, growing at more than 5.7% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2024-2036. In the year 2024, the industry size of pet food packaging is estimated at USD 11.59 billion.
The key factors driving the growth of the market include high income level of pet owners, convenience in packaging of pet food and rising affection for pets. Further, the accurate and clear information about the food on package, use of unique designs for packaging showing authenticity along with the trust and better closure system to keep the pet food fresh and odour free are accelerating the growth of the market.
Growth Drivers
Increasing Pet Owners and Concerns related to Health of Pets
The pet food packaging industry is growing with the increased adoption of pets. In addition, the health and quality of life of pets largely depends on their diet. The pet owners prefer to purchase good quality packaging food products which can protect the food from corrosion and keep it fresh. The pet owners are more concerned about the ingredients used and type of packaging used. Moreover, the pet owners are more involved in the well being of their pets and are more educated about where from the pet food is coming, resulting into rising concern for sustainable packaging. Hence, these factors are anticipated to account for the growth in the market.
Shift towards Recyclable Packaging of Pet Food
The online retail sales of pet food items have increased rapidly with the reliable packaging solutions for the customers. The pet food packaging market is shifting towards recyclable and reusable packaging as most of the customers have interest in environmental friendly packaging for their pets. Moreover, regulations by the government for proper recycling of packaging waste and its increased adoption is impacting the growth of the market in positive direction.
Challenges
Stringent Pet Food Regulations
Pet food is highly regulated and nearly all states selling pet food products need to register the product and the labels should follow the government requirements regarding the ingredients used in items and the product name. Further, without the acceptance from Food and Drug Administration (FDA), an ingredient cannot be used in pet food. This factor is expected to hinder the growth of the market.
Base Year |
2023 |
Forecast Year |
2024-2036 |
CAGR |
5.7% |
Base Year Market Size (2023) |
USD 11.08 billion |
Forecast Year Market Size (2036) |
USD 22.78 billion |
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The pet food packaging market is segmented by product type, by material type, by packaging form, by food type, by animal type and by end users. The packaging form is further segmented into bags, cans, pouches and boxes, out of which, the pouch segment is anticipated to be fastest growing on the account of associated benefits such as convenience for the consumers and zippered closure mechanism. Further, the light weight of the pouches reduces the transportation cost, thus leading to the growth of the market.
Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments
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By Packaging Form
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By Food Type
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On the basis of regional analysis, the pet food packaging market is segmented into five major region including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa region. North America industry is predicted to account for largest revenue share by 2036, due to greater adoption of pets, emerging private label store brands, uniqueness in packaging along with the demand of convenience in packaging and changing lifestyle. Further, the companies in this region depends on extensive advertisements for the sale of pet food items. The market in Asia Pacific will account for highest growth in pet food packaging products on the back of trend of humanization alongside with the trend for nuclear families and availability of training facilities for pets.
On May 5, 2020, Tiki Pets donated a total of 448,000 meals for dogs and cats pet foster families experiencing financial breakdown during COVID-19. The company partnered with GreaterGood.org’s Rescue Bank Program to provide help to those fostering pets. The main goal of the partnership is to provide local animal shelters with pet food supplies in order to care for the pets during this challenging time.
Author Credits: Abhishek Anil
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