Global Rigid Food Packaging Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2033

The global rigid food packaging market size was estimated at USD 233.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 349.5 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2025 to 2033.
Revenue, 2024 (US$B)
$233.5
Forecast, 2033 (US$B)
$349.5
CAGR, 2025 - 2033
4.7%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global rigid food packaging market highlights

  • The global rigid food packaging market generated a revenue of USD 233.5 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 349.5 million by 2033.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2033) of 4.7% by 2033.
  • In terms of segment, plastic accounted for a revenue of USD 165.7 million in 2024.
  • Paperboard is the most lucrative material segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, Canada is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2033.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 233.5 million
Market revenue in 2033USD 349.5 million
Growth rate4.7% (CAGR from 2025 to 2033)
Largest segmentPlastic
Fastest growing segmentPaperboard
Historical data covered2021 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2033
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationPlastic, Paperboard, Metal, Other Materials

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 21.5% of the global rigid food packaging market in 2024.
  • By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • By country, Canada is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 12.0 million by 2033.

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Rigid Food Packaging Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Smurfit Westrock View profile 10001+ Dublin, Dublin, Ireland, Europe https://www.smurfitwestrock.com/
Greiner Packaging View profile 1001-5000 Kremsmunster, Oberosterreich, Austria, Europe https://www.greiner-gpi.com
Anchor Packaging View profile 501-1000 St Louis, Missouri, United States, North America http://www.anchorpackaging.com/
Tetra Pak View profile 10001+ Denton, Texas, United States, North America http://www.tetrapak.com
Huhtamaki View profile 10001+ Espoo, Southern Finland, Finland, Europe http://huhtamaki.com/
Graphic Packaging International View profile 10001+ Zaventem, Vlaams-Brabant, Belgium, Europe https://www.graphicpkg.com
Novolex View profile 10001+ Hartsville, South Carolina, United States, North America http://www.novolex.com/
ProAmpac View profile 5001-10000 Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, North America http://www.proampac.com/
ALPLA View profile 10001+ Hard, Vorarlberg, Austria, Europe https://www.alpla.com
Silgan Holdings Inc View profile 14400 4 Landmark Square, Suite 400, Stamford, CT, United States, 06901 https://www.silganholdings.com
Amcor PLC View profile 41000 83 Tower Road North, Warmley, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS30 8XP https://www.amcor.com
Pactiv Evergreen Inc Ordinary Shares View profile 15000 1900 West Field Court, Lake Forest, IL, United States, 60045 https://www.pactivevergreen.com
Sonoco Products Co View profile 23000 1 N. Second Street, Hartsville, SC, United States, 29550 http://www.sonoco.com

Global rigid food packaging market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to rigid food packaging market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Plastic was the largest segment with a revenue share of 70.96% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global rigid food packaging market based on plastic, paperboard, metal, other materials covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.


  • Global Rigid Food Packaging Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021-2033)
    • Plastic
    • Paperboard
    • Metal
    • Other Materials
  • Global Rigid Food Packaging End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2021-2033)
    • Dairy Products
    • Bakery & Confectionery
    • Ready-to-Eat Meals
    • Meat, Poultry & Seafood
    • Other End Uses

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