Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market

Global Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market Size (2024 to 2029)

the global modified atmosphere packaging market is expected to reach a market value of USD 14.31 Billion In 2024 of USD 19.06 billion by 2029 with a CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period.

Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) is a packaging technique that involves the replacement of the air surrounding a product with a gas mixture that is specially designed to increase the shelf-life. It is widely used in a variety of food products such as fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, and dairy products. It can also be used in some non-food products like pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. The growth of the market is being driven by the rise in the demand for ready-to-eat food products and demand for fresh fruits & vegetables, the need for extending the shelf life of food products, and the rise in the popularity of convenience food. There is an increase in investments by the major market players in research and development to develop new technologies and expand the product offering.

There is an increase in the applications of the modified atmosphere packaging market in the form of utilities such as coffee roasters and even cannabis packaging. The one-way valves are used to allow the released carbon dioxide from the stored coffee to avoid contamination and uncertainties. In U.S. and Canada, there has been legal approval for the sale of cannabis products. To make the product stay fresh for a longer duration and to create a premium consumer experience, this packaging method is used. The major market players are investing in automated cannabis packaging systems that utilize modified atmosphere packaging technologies, such as nitrogen gas flush, to increase the shelf life. The increase in investments will propel the market growth and expansion.

Global Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market Drivers:

Rise in demand for ready-to-eat products in developing countries. Post-COVID-19, there has been an increase in the work-from-home population, with resulted in the demand for ready-to-eat products exponentially. Many online retail and brick & mortar store have seen a significant increase in the sale of ready-to-eat products. Increased online education resulted in an increase in the time spent at home and made an increase in food consumption. This caused an increase in ready-to-cook food over home-cooked food. To meet the demand, there should be an increase in the shelf-life of the products. The major manufacturers have adopted modified atmosphere packaging to meet consumer requirements and make the product available fresh for a longer duration. These led to the driving of the modified atmosphere packaging market.

The major advantage of the use of modified atmosphere packaging is the protection of the food and the slowdown of the time required for spoilage than in normal packaging. The freshness and shelf-life of the food products are significantly extended. However, the shelf-life varies with the type of food products stored and the ingredients used in manufacturing the product. The stocking up of shelf-stable products has increased during and after COVID-19. This propels the demand for the modified atmosphere packaging market.

Global Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market Restraints:

The investment cost for the modified packaging market is relatively high, which is the major restrain in the modified atmosphere packaging market. The expenses incurred on the potential failure of the packaging due to inadequate temperature and pressure distribution and defective material. The procedure has a limited spread of the commercial application due to the increase in expenses of gas packaging technology, and there is a potential growth of food-borne diseases caused by the misuse of the temperature. Even if there is minimal leakage of the package, the entire advantage offered by the packaging is lost. It can affect the sale number and sales revenue from the market.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market:

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the modified atmosphere packaging market. The imposition of the lockdown across various nations has shown a greater impact on the market in terms of sales and revenue. The disruption in the supply chain resulted in a decrease in the availability of the raw material and the reach of the final product to the consumers. The operational activities in the manufacturing industries have decreased due to the non-availability of labor and a reduction in the timing of working hours. The obstruction in the availability of food products in the market as the transportation facility has declined. Post-COVID-19, the increase in packaged food raised the need for modified atmosphere packaging.

REPORT COVERAGE:

This research report on the global modified atmosphere packaging market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on packaging gas, material, application, & region.

Global Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market - By Packaging Gas:

• Oxygen
• Nitrogen
• Carbon Dioxide

The carbon dioxide gas segment is expected to have a large market share in the modified atmosphere packaging market. CO2 has certain attributes, such as colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas, that can inhibit the oxidation and growth of aerobic bacteria and molds. Comparatively, there is a longer shelf life of the products stored in CO2 gas than others. There is a growth in rapid tractions as the packaging makes it easy to test for discrepancies like leakages.

Global Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market - By Packaging Material:

• Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
• Polyethylene (PE)
• Polypropylene (PP)

Polyethylene (PE) packaging material is anticipated to have a high demand in the modified atmosphere packaging market during the forecast period. LDPE type of PE material is dominant in the market and most commonly used in packaging films. To seal at lower and higher temperatures, the LDPE can be used. It also acts as an excellent barrier to water vapor but not to oxygen, carbon dioxide, and to many odors.

Global Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market - By Application:

• Fruits and Vegetables
• Poultry
• Seafood and Meat Products
• Bakery and Confectionery

The modified atmosphere packaging market has a dominant application in the Fruits and vegetable segment. The respiration of fruits and vegetables is the crucial factor that makes changes in the product. The decomposition of these products is comparatively high, which causes severe losses in product quantity and availability. The release of ethylene is the major factor in the loss of the product. To control such losses and improve the storage capacity of the F&V, the modified atmosphere packaging is significantly used.

Global Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market - By Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa

The Asia-Pacific region accounts for the largest market share and is estimated to grow at a high CAGR during the forecast period. The rise in the demand for convenience and ready-to-eat food products in developing countries is driving market growth. The rise in population, urbanization, and income has propelled the growth in livestock production and meat consumption. North America has a significant share in the modified atmosphere packaging market, which is attributed to the increase in the demand for processed food packaging, perishable food, and fresh food. Improper packaging has caused greater food wastage in the United States. This resulted in an increase in the adoption of the modified atmosphere packaging method and is opening a new way of opportunity for the market.

KEY MARKET PLAYERS:

Major players in the Modified Atmosphere Packaging Market are Amcor Plc, Robert Reiser &Co. Inc, Air Products and Chemicals Inc, StePac Inc, Mondi Group, Praxair Inc, Berry Global Inc, Linde AG, IIapak Packaging Machinery, Hayssen Flexible Systems

RECENT HAPPENINGS IN THE MARKET:

• In 2021, an announcement was made by Amcor Plc about the reduction of the CO2 Packaging label from the carbon trust to print on the Amcor packaging to display its role in carbon footprint reduction. 
• In 2021, an investment of USD 70 million in the United States by Berry Global Group, Inc., to wipe substrate capabilities. The investment is used to produce new lines, produce additional capacity, and provide better service to its global customers. This results in the growth of the business.