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Retort Packaging Market Research Report Information By Packaging Type (Pouches, Trays, Cartons and Others), Material (Paper & Paperboard, Aluminum Foil, Polypropylene, Polyester and Others), Application (Food, Beverages and Others) and Region - Forecast till 2030


ID: MRFR/PNT/1647-CR | 163 Pages | Author: Varsha More| August 2020

Retort Packaging Market Overview


The Retort Packaging Market is calculated with the size of USD 3.5 billion in 2020 and is also expected to get the USD 28.6 billion by the year 2030. And this is being calculated with the value of the CAGR of 5.21% in 2030 in the Forecast period.


The Retort Packaging Market is the type of food packaging that is done with the use of flexible plastic pouches or retort pouches. Via using the retort package it has the chance to use the ready to eat and other food items which are exposed to extreme heat. The main benefit of using the Market is that it can protect the food for up to 18 months with no preservations and zero refrigeration.


COVID Analysis


The rapid spread of the pandemic across the world has affected all the industries and businesses across the world. Even the outbreak of the pandemic also harmed the Retort Packaging Market Share. Due to the impact of the pandemic many key players are exposed to the interruption of the supply of the raw materials as there was a lack of transportation and shortage of labour. This caused the greatest challenge to both the small and medium-sized companies to overcome the challenge and survive in the post-pandemic.


In the post-pandemic situation, it is expected to regain its market value in the future.


Retort Packaging Market Dynamics


Crucial Market drivers


The important driver which drives the market of the Retort Packaging Market is the cost-effectiveness, durability and longer shelf life to protect the food from affecting the microorganism is also one of the main reasons which bring the growth in the Retort Packaging Market Size. In recent days there is an increase in the demand for ready to eat foods like sauces, soups, desserts, meat and seafood etc. These foods also act as the key factor for the growth of the Market Value.


The market growth opportunities


The important thing which motivates the Retort Packaging Market Growth is the people's adoption of online food ordering. To preserve the food from not getting spoiled the manufacturers are using the retort packaging. So that the food will not be affected by the microorganism. It also prevents the food to retain its natural smell without adding any preservatives or freezing the food.


Secondly, the main opportunity which boosts the Retort Packaging Market is the usage of retort packaging in the food and beverage industries. Furthermore, the rise in the demand for the usage of ready to eat foods is also one of the main reasons which drive the growth of the Retort Packaging Market.


The market restraints


Though there is the rapid growth and the demand created for the Retort Packaging Market in recent days, it has much restraint which hinders the growth of the Market. The main restraining factor which affects the market value is that there is the need for high capital investment to improve the technology and to preserve the high quality of hygiene. And also because of the spread of the pandemic across the world which also has created the fluctuation of the cost of the raw materials which indeed has also caused the high cost even for the products.


The market challenge


The main challenge in the Retort Packaging Market is the need for the products has increased. As there is the rapid urbanization which has made the demand to its peak. To compensate for the need of the consumers the key players are working hard to produce the product in a large amount. Then another difficult challenge faced by the manufacturing companies is the outbreak of the pandemic. The outbreak of the pandemic has brought a negative impact on both the small and the large key players. As there was less availability of the raw materials during the pandemic time has also caused the challenge in the production.


Cumulative growth analysis


The overall Retort Packaging Market Analysis is that there is a high chance to get the drastic output in the future due to the demand and the increased usage of the ready to eat foods. Also, the adoption of retort packaging in the food and beverage industries has faced great income. Due to its benefits like it retains the natural flavour and smell of the food, helps to prevent the food from the air and the moisture. These processes are done without adding any of the preservatives to the food. Rapid urbanization is also one of the main reasons for the growth.


Value chain analysis


Though there are drastic changes in the Retort Packaging Market due to its tremendous benefits, there are also some restraining factors that hinder the growth. they are the usage of plastic materials, as the plastic materials are causing pollution to the environment so people are not encouraging the use of plastics in food and beverage products as it can cause harm to both the humans and the environment. This Market is also ruling many regions across the world.


Retort Packaging Market Segment Overview


By product



  • Pouches – stand up pouches, back seal Quad, spouted pouches, Gusseted pouches.

  • Trays

  • Cartons

  • Metal Cans

  • Plastic

  • Glass bottles


By material type



By end-users



  • Food – meals ready to eat, meat, poultry and seafood, pet food, baby food, soups and sauces, desserts, spices and condiments

  • Beverages – alcoholic, non-alcoholic.

  • Pharmaceutical

  • Personal care products

  • Baby products


By region




  • North America – US, Canada


  • Latin America – Mexico, Brazil, Peru, Chile and Others


  • Western Europe – Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Nordic countries,    Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg


  • Eastern Europe – Poland, Russia


  • Asia Pacific – India, Japan, China, ASEAN, Australia, New Zealand


  • The Middle East and Africa – GCC, Southern Africa, North Africa


Competitive landscape


Due to the increase in the demand the players are expected to increase their productivity to fulfil the demand of the customers. Also due to the impact of the pandemic many small and medium-sized companies are struggling hard to survive, so they are waiting for the investment which can boost their financial status or else they are expecting to get merging or collaboration with other companies. Due to the increase in the development in the technologies the people are expecting the same development in the Retort Packaging Market. Also to complete the need the key players are expecting to expand their business to other regions.


Global Retort Packaging Market, By Region, 2018Retort Packaging Market

Source: MRFR Analysis


Regional analysis


North America is the largest shareholding region in the Retort Packaging Market. In North America, the changes in the lifestyle of the people have brought an impact on the growth of the Retort Packaging Market. Some countries like the US and Canada are the reasons for the growth of North America.


Europe follows North America. This growth of this region is because of the presence of several key players available in Europe. These factors have also brought an impact on the increase of investment in Europe.


The Asia Pacific region is expected to get gradual growth like the other region in the forecasting period. This is because of the adoption of the Retort Packaging Market in the food and beverages industries in the countries like China, India and Japan.


List of the key major companies in the Retort Packaging Market are:



  • Amcor PLC

  • Mondi

  • Sonoco products company

  • Sealed air corporation

  • Winpak limited

  • PROAMPAC

  • Constantia Flexibles

  • Clondalkin group

  • Coveris group

  • Clifton packaging group limited


These are the key players who are ruling the Retort Packaging Market.


Recent developments


In March 2021 – Amcor Limited company has collaborated with the Mars company. They have planned to launch and introduce recyclable microwavable rice pouches in the US. In October 2020 – Constantia flexibles has changed its operating structure and the executive committee. They are also planning to focus on the pharma market in the future.June 2023 - Amcor announced the launch of its new RetortEasy™ stand-up pouch. This pouch is designed to be easier to open and close, and it is also more lightweight than traditional retort pouches

Retort Packaging Market overview



  • Overall growth analysis of the market

  • Pandemic analysis

  • Market dynamics

  • Cumulative growth analysis

  • Value chain analysis

  • Market segmentation

  • Competitive landscape

  • Regional analysis

  • Key players

  • Recent updates

Report Attribute/Metric Details
  Market Size   2030: USD 28.6 billion
  CAGR   5.21% CAGR (2022-2030)
  Base Year   2021
  Forecast Period    2022 to 2030
  Historical Data   2019 & 2020
  Forecast Units   Value (USD Billion)
  Report Coverage   Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends
  Segments Covered   Packaging Type, Material, Application
  Geographies Covered   North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World (RoW)
  Key Vendors   Amcor PLC (Australia), Mondi (Austria), Sonoco Products Company (US), Sealed Air Corporation (US), and Winpak Ltd (Canada) PROAMPAC (US), Constantia Flexibles (US), Clondalkin Group (Netherlands), Coveris Group (Austria), and Clifton Packaging Group Limited (UK)
  Key Market Opportunities   Rising demand for ready-to-eat food in asia-pacific
  Key Market Drivers Growth of online food ordering Growth of the packaged food industry


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The rising hygiene levels of the people, in conjunction with rising disposable income, are supposed to influence the market growth positively.

The market is expected to get the USD of 28.6 billion by the year 2030

Huge capital investment requirement, coupled with lack of technical expertise, is expected to restrict growth of the market.

The key end-user segments that are assessed to offer a comprehensive view of the market are pharmaceutical, food, beverage, and others.

Urbanization in Asia Pacific is likely to provide impetus to market growth.

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