China Food Storage Container Market Research Report, 2029

The China Food Storage Container market is projected to value at more than USD 500 Million from 2024 to 2029 as surging demand for microwave-safe food containers.

China's food storage container sector is undergoing a significant change toward sustainability and reuse. Consumers are becoming increasingly worried about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, which is driving up demand for eco-friendly containers made of glass, stainless steel, and bamboo. This trend reflects a broader cultural change toward more sustainable consumption habits, with durability and environmental concern guiding purchasing decisions. As customers attempt to lessen their carbon impact, reusable containers are becoming increasingly popular, providing both convenience and environmental benefits. In addition to sustainability, multi-functionality is emerging as a major trend in China's food storage container market. Consumers want containers that are versatile, not simply for storage but also for microwave heating and presenting meals. This need for multi-functional goods is consistent with the hectic lifestyles of many Chinese customers, who value ease and efficiency in their kitchenware purchases. Manufacturers are responding to this trend by creating creative designs that address these changing needs, hence driving market growth. Aesthetic appeal is another important factor that influences consumer preferences in the Chinese food storage container market. Beyond practicality, consumers are paying more attention to design and visual appeal, looking for containers that fit their kitchen decor and personal style. This emphasis on aesthetics indicates a desire for things that not only serve a functional purpose but also contribute to the overall attractiveness of the home setting. As a result, manufacturers are investing in design innovation to make containers that are both useful and visually appealing, in response to Chinese consumers' changing demands. According to the research report “ China Food Storage Container Market Research Report, 2029," published by Actual Market Research, the China Food Storage Container market is projected to value at more than USD 500 Million from 2024 to 2029. The Chinese food storage container industry is primarily influenced by numerous factors. To begin, customers' increasing desire for convenience meals is driving the need for appropriate storage options. As lifestyles become more hectic, there is a greater reliance on pre-packaged and ready-to-eat meals, which drives up demand for food storage containers. Furthermore, increased disposable incomes allow consumers to invest in higher-quality, more durable containers, which boosts market growth. Furthermore, growing worries about food safety and cleanliness are driving customers to seek dependable and approved storage options, adding to market growth. However, the industry confronts a number of difficulties that could hamper its growth trajectory. Price sensitivity remains an important consideration, especially in light of competition from low-cost disposable choices. Despite the growing preference for sustainable and long-lasting containers, price-conscious consumers may still choose less expensive alternatives, providing a challenge for producers focused on environmentally friendly solutions. Furthermore, customers continue to be concerned about the safety of some components, such as BPA in plastics, which influences their purchasing decisions. Addressing these problems is critical to the Chinese food storage container market's long-term success and growth. China enforces strict laws and certifications to ensure food safety and hygiene.

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The food storage container market encompasses a variety of product types catering to diverse consumer needs. Leading the market are bottles and jars, typically crafted from glass or plastic, offering versatility in storing liquids, dry goods, and even hot foods. Boxes, available in cardboard, plastic, or metal, provide alternative storage solutions, while cans, sealed metal containers, remain popular for commercially processed and shelf-stable foods. Cups and tubs, predominantly plastic-made, are experiencing growth, diversifying in sizes and lid mechanisms. Additionally, other innovative options such as bags, pouches, lunch boxes for portability, nesting containers for space-saving storage, silicone bags for sous vide cooking, and reusable cloth wraps for bowl covering are gaining traction. Plastic remains the leading material in the market, offering affordability and durability, while glass and metal are experiencing growth due to their perceived sustainability and hygiene benefits. In terms of application, refrigerator storage holds the dominant position, followed by freezer storage and pantry storage. Notably, the on-the-go and lunch container segment is witnessing growth, reflecting evolving consumer lifestyles and preferences for convenient food packaging solutions. Overall, the food storage container market presents a diverse landscape, driven by innovation, sustainability considerations, and changing consumer behaviours. Containers must meet the GB 4806.1-2016 criteria for food contact materials, proving their suitability for food storage. Furthermore, certifications such as LFGB (EU) and FDA (US) are becoming more important, particularly for containers destined for export markets. These certificates reassure consumers about the quality and safety of the containers, simplifying commerce and increasing market competitiveness. As regulations evolve, producers must stay current and verify compliance in order to maintain consumer trust and market access. Growing e-commerce platforms are reshaping the landscape of sales channels, giving firms an unprecedented opportunity to contact consumers worldwide. This tendency has had a huge impact on the storage solutions market, as customers seek more convenient options to fit into their urbanised and fast-paced lifestyle. With the rise of urbanisation, there is an increasing demand for storage solutions that are both convenient and efficient. This desire is especially visible in the arena of food storage containers, where customers want solutions that can easily fit into their hectic schedules while retaining the freshness and quality of their food. China emerges as a major participant in this space, exploiting its strong manufacturing capabilities and global reach to ship food storage containers to markets throughout the world. In terms of pricing and segmentation, the storage container market is quite diverse, with items classified based on variables such as material composition, size, purpose, and brand. This segmentation produces a wide range of price points, reflecting consumers' various demands and tastes. Despite this variety, there is a distinct upward trend in the average selling price (ASP) for reusable containers, which is fueled by factors such as increased consumer awareness of sustainability and quality. Recent industry changes highlight the market's dynamic nature. Acquisitions and mergers are becoming more common as businesses attempt to strengthen their market positions and diversify their product offerings. Furthermore, there is a rising emphasis on sustainability, with a preference for biodegradable and plant-derived materials. Regulatory initiatives to enforce recycled content criteria in containers demonstrate the industry's commitment to environmental care and sustainability. Overall, the storage container industry is continually evolving, propelled by technical breakthroughs, shifting consumer tastes, and regulatory changes. Compared to its Southeast Asian competitors, China has a larger and more developed market, with a diverse range of items for consumers. This market maturity is reflected in the diverse range of solutions offered across industries, giving consumers numerous options. Southeast Asian markets, on the other hand, may be in the process of developing and may not provide the same product range. This puts China in a good position in terms of market size and product variety, providing it a competitive advantage in the region. Japan and South Korea stand out for their desire for high-end, design-driven containers. Unlike China and other Southeast Asian countries, these countries value aesthetics and quality in their packaging solutions. This emphasis on quality design reflects a sophisticated consumer base that values both usefulness and aesthetics. As a result, companies competing in these sectors must adjust their packaging products to match these exacting tastes, focusing on new designs and high-quality materials to stay competitive. The COVID-19 pandemic first affected supply chains and resulted in a temporary drop in demand across many industries. However, when sanitation concerns grew and home cooking increased during lockdowns, the industry saw a significant resurgence. This jump in demand reflects changing consumer priorities and behaviours in reaction to the pandemic, including a greater emphasis on cleanliness and home-based activities. Businesses have adapted to these shifting dynamics, seizing on new opportunities while navigating ongoing obstacles caused by the pandemic's impact on supply chains and customer behaviour.

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Kripa Shah

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Considered in this report • Historic year: 2018 • Base year: 2023 • Estimated year: 2024 • Forecast year: 2029 Aspects covered in this report • Food Storage Container market Outlook with its value and forecast along with its segments • Various drivers and challenges • On-going trends and developments • Top profiled companies • Strategic recommendation By Product Type • Bottles & Jars • Boxes • Cans • Cups & Tubs • Others (Bags and pouch)

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By Material • Plastic • Glass • Metal • Others By Application • Refrigerator storage • Freezer Storage • Pantry Storage • On-the-go $ Lunch Containers • Others The approach of the report: This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, and government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by conducting telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started making primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources. Intended audience This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations, and organizations related to the Food Storage Container industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.

Table of Contents

  • Table of Content
  • 1. Executive Summary
  • 2. Market Structure
  • 2.1. Market Considerate
  • 2.2. Assumptions
  • 2.3. Limitations
  • 2.4. Abbreviations
  • 2.5. Sources
  • 2.6. Definitions
  • 2.7. Geography
  • 3. Research Methodology
  • 3.1. Secondary Research
  • 3.2. Primary Data Collection
  • 3.3. Market Formation & Validation
  • 3.4. Report Writing, Quality Check & Delivery
  • 4. China Macro Economic Indicators
  • 5. Market Dynamics
  • 5.1. Key Findings
  • 5.2. Key Developments - 2021
  • 5.3. Market Drivers & Opportunities
  • 5.4. Market Restraints & Challenges
  • 5.5. Market Trends
  • 5.6. Covid-19 Effect
  • 5.7. Supply chain Analysis
  • 5.8. Policy & Regulatory Framework
  • 5.9. Industry Experts Views
  • 6. China Food Storage Container Market Overview
  • 6.1. Market Size By Value
  • 6.2. Market Size and Forecast By Product Type
  • 6.3. Market Size and Forecast By Material
  • 6.4. Market Size and Forecast By Application
  • 7. China Food Storage Container Market Segmentations
  • 7.1. China Food Storage Container Market, By Product Type
  • 7.1.1. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Bottles & Jars, 2018-2029
  • 7.1.2. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Boxes, 2018-2029
  • 7.1.3. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Cans, 2018-2029
  • 7.1.4. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Cups & Tubs, 2018-2029
  • 7.1.5. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Others(Bags and pouch), 2018-2029
  • 7.2. China Food Storage Container Market, By Material
  • 7.2.1. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Plastic, 2018-2029
  • 7.2.2. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Glass, 2018-2029
  • 7.2.3. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Metal, 2018-2029
  • 7.2.4. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Other, 2018-2029
  • 7.3. China Food Storage Container Market, By Application
  • 7.3.1. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Refrigerator storage, 2018-2029
  • 7.3.2. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Freezer Storage, 2018-2029
  • 7.3.3. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Pantry Storage, 2018-2029
  • 7.3.4. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By On-the-go $ Lunch Containers, 2018-2029
  • 7.3.5. China Food Storage Container Market Size, By Others, 2018-2029
  • 8. China Food Storage Container Market Opportunity Assessment
  • 8.1. By Product Type, 2024 to 2029
  • 8.2. By Material, 2024 to 2029
  • 8.3. By Application, 2024 to 2029
  • 9. Competitive Landscape
  • 9.1. Porter's Five Forces
  • 9.2. Company Profile
  • 9.2.1. Amcor plc
  • 9.2.1.1. Company Snapshot
  • 9.2.1.2. Company Overview
  • 9.2.1.3. Financial Highlights
  • 9.2.1.4. Geographic Insights
  • 9.2.1.5. Business Segment & Performance
  • 9.2.1.6. Product Portfolio
  • 9.2.1.7. Key Executives
  • 9.2.1.8. Strategic Moves & Developments
  • 9.2.2. Berry Global Group, Inc.
  • 9.2.3. Ardagh Group
  • 9.2.4. Ball Corporation
  • 9.2.5. The Clorox Company
  • 9.2.6. Newell Brands Inc.
  • 9.2.7. Nippon Sanso Holdings Corporation
  • 9.2.8. Tupperware Brands Corporation
  • 10. Strategic Recommendations
  • 11. Disclaimer

List of Tables

Table 1: Influencing Factors for China Food Storage Container Market, 2023
Table 2: China Food Storage Container Market Size and Forecast By Product Type (2018, 2023 & 2029F)
Table 3: China Food Storage Container Market Size and Forecast By Material (2018, 2023 & 2029F)
Table 4: China Food Storage Container Market Size and Forecast By Application (2018, 2023 & 2029F)
Table 5: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Bottles & Jars (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 6: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Boxes (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 7: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Cans (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 8: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Cups & Tubs (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 9: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Others(Bags and pouch) (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 10: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Plastic (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 11: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Glass (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 12: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Metal (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 13: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Other (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 14: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Refrigerator storage (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 15: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Freezer Storage (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 16: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Pantry Storage (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 17: China Food Storage Container Market Size of On-the-go $ Lunch Containers (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions
Table 18: China Food Storage Container Market Size of Others (2018 to 2029) in USD Millions

List of Figures

Figure 1: China Food Storage Container Market Size By Value (2018, 2023 & 2029F) (in USD Millions)
Figure 2: Market Attractiveness Index, By Product Type
Figure 3: Market Attractiveness Index, By Material
Figure 4: Market Attractiveness Index, By Application
Figure 5: Porter's Five Forces of China Food Storage Container Market
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China Food Storage Container Market Research Report, 2029

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