Dairy Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Dairy Packaging Market Report is Segmented by Material (Plastic, Paper and Paperboard, Glass, and Metal), Product (Milk, Cheese, Frozen Foods, Yogurt, and Cultured Products), Package Type (Bottles, Pouches, Cartons and Boxes, Bags, and Wraps, and Other Package Types), and Geography (North America (United States and Canada), Europe (United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, and Rest of Asia Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, and Rest of Latin America), and Middle East and Africa (United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Rest of Middle East and Africa). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Dairy Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Dairy Packaging Market Size

Dairy Packaging Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 25.71 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 32.21 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.61 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Medium

Major Players

Dairy Packaging Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Dairy Packaging Market Analysis

The Dairy Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 25.71 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 32.21 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.61% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • The shift toward healthy snacking, increased consumption of ready-to-eat foods, and the rise of online and mobile shopping are transforming food purchasing and consumption patterns. These trends, combined with a growing focus on health-conscious eating, are expected to impact the dairy market significantly.
  • The expanding availability of packaged dairy products through various retail channels, driven by population growth and changing diets, will likely boost market growth. Additionally, increasing consumer preference for protein-based products is expected to enhance the adoption of dairy-based items globally.
  • Global trends in the dairy industry reveal that manufacturers are increasingly focusing on packaging to set their products apart. Today's dairy product packaging often boasts eye-catching designs and aseptic features. End users are adopting innovative packaging strategies for dairy products due to intense competition in key markets such as Japan, the broader Asia-Pacific region, Western Europe, and North America.
  • Dairy manufacturers increasingly focus on capturing a larger share of the global dairy trade through improved international export capabilities and local production. This trend has fueled the demand for more advanced dairy packaging solutions.
  • The diversification of packaging types has been a key factor in the expansion of dairy product sales. For example, milk, once available primarily in gable-topped cartons, is now often sold in portable, brand-friendly PET bottles, appealing to time-constrained consumers.
  • However, the dairy packaging market faces challenges. Price fluctuations in packaging materials, influenced by food prices, may hinder market growth. Additionally, concerns about the potential health risks associated with plastic packaging, including fears of toxins linked to cancer or reproductive health issues, pose obstacles to market expansion.

Dairy Packaging Industry Overview

The dairy packaging market is semi-consolidated, owing to several significant players. With innovative and sustainable packaging, many companies are increasing their market presence by securing new contracts and tapping new markets. Some of the major players in the market are Amcor Group GmbH, Sealed Air Corporation, Berry Global Inc., and Ball Corporation.

Dairy Packaging Market Leaders

  1. Huhtamaki Group

  2. Sealed Air Corporation

  3. Ball Corporation

  4. Berry Global Inc.

  5. Amcor plc

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Dairy Packaging Market News

  • May 2024: Arla Foods established a licensing agreement with Mondelez International to manufacture, distribute, and market chocolate milk under the Milka brand in Germany, Austria, and Poland. This collaboration enables Arla Foods to broaden its product portfolio by incorporating a widely recognized chocolate brand. Arla Foods intends to capitalize on Milka's established brand recognition and consumer loyalty, combining it with its dairy expertise to stimulate growth in the mature chocolate milk market.
  • April 2024: Amcor Flexibles North America announced its largest expansion in dairy production capacity. The packaging company revealed plans to enhance printing and converting capabilities in Northeast Wisconsin, United States, over the next 18 months to meet the growing demand for flexible dairy packaging. The investment focuses on new equipment to optimize capacity, improve network reliability, and support sustainability goals.
  • March 2024: Amcor, a global developer and producer of responsible packaging solutions, introduced AmPrima for Mozzarella, a recyclable packaging solution for fresh mozzarella. PFM Packaging Machinery will showcase this new package at Anuga FoodTec 2024, featuring a live demonstration of its vertical form fill seal (VFFS) machinery.

Dairy Packaging Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGTHS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
    • 4.2.5 Threat of Substitute Product
  • 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Increasing Consumer Preference Towards Protein-based Products
    • 5.1.2 Increasing Adoption of Packages Incorporating Small Portion Size
  • 5.2 Market Challenges
    • 5.2.1 Rising Raw Material Costs Could Hinder Growth for Packaging Product Manufacturers

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Material
    • 6.1.1 Plastic
    • 6.1.2 Paper and Paperboard
    • 6.1.3 Glass
    • 6.1.4 Metal
  • 6.2 By Product
    • 6.2.1 Milk
    • 6.2.2 Cheese
    • 6.2.3 Frozen Foods
    • 6.2.4 Yogurt
    • 6.2.5 Cultured Products
  • 6.3 By Package Type
    • 6.3.1 Bottles
    • 6.3.2 Pouches
    • 6.3.3 Cartons and Boxes
    • 6.3.4 Bags and Wraps
    • 6.3.5 Other Package Types
  • 6.4 By Geography
    • 6.4.1 North America
    • 6.4.1.1 United States
    • 6.4.1.2 Canada
    • 6.4.2 Europe
    • 6.4.2.1 Germany
    • 6.4.2.2 United Kingdom
    • 6.4.2.3 France
    • 6.4.2.4 Italy
    • 6.4.3 Asia
    • 6.4.3.1 China
    • 6.4.3.2 Japan
    • 6.4.3.3 India
    • 6.4.3.4 Australia and New Zealand
    • 6.4.4 Latin America
    • 6.4.4.1 Brazil
    • 6.4.4.2 Argentina
    • 6.4.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 6.4.5.1 United Arab Emirates
    • 6.4.5.2 Saudi Arabia

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Huhtamaki Group
    • 7.1.2 Berry Global Inc.
    • 7.1.3 Amcor PLC
    • 7.1.4 Ball Corporation
    • 7.1.5 Altium Packaging
    • 7.1.6 Saudi Basic Industries Corporation
    • 7.1.7 International Paper Company
    • 7.1.8 Winpak Ltd
    • 7.1.9 Sealed Air Corporation
    • 7.1.10 Stora Enso Oyj
    • 7.1.11 Greiner Packaging international GmbH
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. FUTURE OF THE MARKET

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Dairy Packaging Industry Segmentation

The market researches the demand for dairy packaging products, such as bottles, pouches, cartons, bags, wraps, and other items provided by various vendors operating globally. The study analyzes the main base scenarios, key themes, and demand cycles related to end-user verticals.

The dairy packaging market is segmented by material (plastic, paper and paperboard, glass, and metal), product (milk, cheese, frozen foods, yogurt, and cultured products), package type (bottles, pouches, cartons, boxes, bags, and wraps, and other package types), and geography (North America [the United States and Canada], Europe [Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Rest of Europe], Asia-Pacific [China, Japan, India, Australia and New Zealand, and Rest of Asia-Pacific], Latin America [Brazil, Argentina, and Rest of Latin America], and Middle East and Africa [United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Rest of Middle East and Africa]). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Material Plastic
Paper and Paperboard
Glass
Metal
By Product Milk
Cheese
Frozen Foods
Yogurt
Cultured Products
By Package Type Bottles
Pouches
Cartons and Boxes
Bags and Wraps
Other Package Types
By Geography North America United States
Canada
Europe Germany
United Kingdom
France
Italy
Asia China
Japan
India
Australia and New Zealand
Latin America Brazil
Argentina
Middle East and Africa United Arab Emirates
Saudi Arabia
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Dairy Packaging Market Research Faqs

How big is the Dairy Packaging Market?

The Dairy Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 25.71 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.61% to reach USD 32.21 billion by 2030.

What is the current Dairy Packaging Market size?

In 2025, the Dairy Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 25.71 billion.

Who are the key players in Dairy Packaging Market?

Huhtamaki Group, Sealed Air Corporation, Ball Corporation, Berry Global Inc. and Amcor plc are the major companies operating in the Dairy Packaging Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Dairy Packaging Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Dairy Packaging Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Dairy Packaging Market.

What years does this Dairy Packaging Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Dairy Packaging Market size was estimated at USD 24.52 billion. The report covers the Dairy Packaging Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Dairy Packaging Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Dairy Packaging Industry Report

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