Vacuum Skin Packaging Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends, Revenue, Company Analysis, Regional Insights and Forecast 2021-2030

The global vacuum skin packaging market is expected to reach at a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period 2021 to 2030.

Vacuum skin packaging encloses the food product like a second skin, which enhances the product’s visual appeal and extends its shelf life as it prevents oxygen flow inside the package, which results in reduced degradation rate. Vacuum skin packaging is well suited for high quality and case ready products. In addition to optimal presentation, vacuum skin packaging also holds the product in place, which minimizes the chances of leakage. Furthermore, vacuum skin packaging is a freezer-ready package, which makes it suitable for retail and eCommerce distribution. The availability of packages of assorted sizes and portions makes vacuum skin packaging an apt choice for retailers of fresh produces and meat products.

Ability of vacuum skin packaging to increase the shelf life for meat products and ready meals is the key factor contributing to the growth of the vacuum skin packaging market. Some other factors such as reduction in wastage of food products and convenience in handling of products during transportation and storage are anticipated to increase the demand for vacuum skin packaging in the years to come.

The market growth can be primarily attributed to increasing consumer demand for safe, reliable, and protective packaging solutions, high demand for vacuum skin packaging from meat and dairy industries, and considerable advantages offered by vacuum skin packaging in comparison with conventional packaging solutions. Market players should focus on leveraging the advancements in technology and improve the quality of their packaging solutions to gain a competitive edge.

Increasing Demand for Extended Shelf Life of Packaged Meat to Drive Vacuum Skin Packaging Market

Over the years, an increasing number of people have shown preference for packaged meat. Americans have emerged as the highest spenders on meat products. Some of the key factors considered by shoppers in the region before buying packaged meat are convenience, variety, and transparency. The clear and transparent films impart an attractive and crisp visual appeal to the product. This, coupled with extended shelf-life of food increases the preference for vacuum skin packaging and improves the integrity of the pack itself.

Vacuum skin packaging scores more than modified atmosphere packaging in extending the shelf life of beef. A significant amount of packed products, such as confectionary, meat, and other dairy products, is wasted across the world if not consumed within a month of packaging leading to monetary loss. As a result, retailers and vendors prefer packaging solutions that promise extended shelf life. This also enables vendors to increase the transit distance of packaged products, thereby enhancing their export capabilities and increase global operations. Therefore, vacuum skin packaging is fast emerging as one of the most prominent food packaging techniques.

Vacuum Skin Packaging to Gain Momentum Due to Consumer Convenience Trend in Meat Packaging

The convenience is of utmost importance in meat packaging, be it retailers or consumers. This emphasizes on the importance of vacuum skin packaging, which is expected to represent most of the meat packaging industry growth over the next few years. Leveraging the range and versatility of vacuum skin packaging can improve the marketability of meats and poultry. Consumer inclination toward case-ready packaging is increasing. This is anticipated to initiate a chain reaction leading to supplier-side demand for case-ready packaging. Exporters of packaged meat are expected to keep an eye on modern packaging technologies such as vacuum skin packaging to boost trade capabilities in keeping with the rising demand for packaged meat across the world.

Printability on Vacuum Skin Packaging to Enhance Branding Opportunities

Leading food companies are opting for value-added packaging to elevate their brand value and lure end consumers. With added convenience features such as durability and high barrier properties, vacuum skin packaging offers several benefits to companies. Printing on the vacuum skin packages can be used as an effective marketing tool by brand owners to differentiate their products from that of their competitors. It also improves aesthetics of the product, provides necessary information about the food item, and captures customer’s attention toward the product. For instance, MultiFresh™ Pack by MULTIVAC is characterized by the presentation of quality and freshness, and it is attractively designed by coloring, metallization, printing, embossing or labelling, which provides all the necessary information to customers, along with extending the shelf life of the food product.

Vacuum Skin Packaging to Create Opportunities in Retail Sector

• Small portion and single serving packaging are likely to be in trend and expected to create opportunities in the vacuum skin packaging market
• Raw meat in vacuum skin packaging is likely to be fresher due to extended shelf life when compared to overwrapped conventional retail trays. Vacuum sealing enables low oxidization, which leads to minimum nutritional damage and browning of meat.
• Vacuum skin packaging offers significant potential for value-added products targeting consumer interest in convenience and authenticity
• Retailers can leverage consumer desire for reducing food waste with vacuum pouches and bags. For instance, vacuum pouches containing multiple individual meat pieces can be more appealing to the consumers than conventional trays, which need to be frozen after opening and carry high risk of damage.

Biodegradable Films for Vacuum Skin Packaging an Ideal Solution for Green Packaging

• Plantic Technologies, Ltd. launched its sustainable Plantic eco Plastic Skin Pack ultra-high gas barrier material that has established new standards in the vacuum skin packaging market. This material consists of a multilayer material based on Plantic bio-based ultra-high barrier material and made from a proprietary starch technology. Furthermore, it delivers undetectable oxygen transmission rate, and the package is made using 70% of renewable content.
• In additon, Industria Thermoplastica Pavese (ITP), a specialist in multilayer film coextrusion, developed a new high barrier film named ‘Clearpack F’ for VS-packaging in 2016, in partnership with DuPont Performance Materials. The film provides features including excellent sealing at low processing temperatures. Clearpack F is tamper-evident, and has an appealing presentation of the food product. The new film is suitable for packaging fresh and processed food, including meat, seafood, or cheese.

Key Findings

• Among product types, the VSP films segment is estimated to account for more than 72% of the revenue share by the end of 2030 and is likely to create an incremental opportunity of more than US$ 7.8 Bn by the end of next five forecast years
• Polystyrene segment is forecast to witness a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period
• Among various barrier types of vacuum skin packaging, the low barrier segment is projected to expand at a CAGR of 6.8%
• Meat segment, among end uses, is estimated to have a prominent market share of more than 25% by value by the end of the year 2030 and is likely to create an incremental opportunity of more than US$ 3.7 Bn over the next five years
• In terms of market share, Asia Pacific is likely to emerge as the dominating region in the global vacuum skin packaging market, owing to a large number of vacuum skin packaging manufacturers

Competition Landscape

The global vacuum skin packaging market is highly fragmented in nature wherein a large portion of market share is held by domestic players. Some of the key players operating in the global vacuum skin packaging market are Amcor Limited, Sealed Air Corp., Bemis Company, Inc., Berry Plastic Group, Inc., LINPAC Packaging Limited, Winpak Ltd., Plastissimo Film Co., Ltd., Schur Flexibles Holding GesmbH, Plastopil Hazorea Company Ltd, MULTIVAC and Quinn Packaging Ltd.

The tier structure is formulated on the basis of segmental revenue and market share of the company. As per tier structure, Sealed Air Corp., Amcor Limited, and MULTIVAC are the tier 1 players in the vacuum skin packaging market. These players are focusing on widening their product portfolio for multiple end uses to gain a competitive edge in the market. Tier 2 players include LINPAC Packaging Limited, Bemis Company, and Berry Plastic Group, Inc.

Market Segmentation

By Product Type

• VSP Films
  • Films
  • Bags
  • Pouches
• Trays & Films

By Material Type

• PE
  • HDPE
  • LDPE
  • LLDPE
• PVC
• PP
• EVAC
• EVOH
• PA
• PET
• PS
• Others

By Barrier Type

• Low Barrier
• Medium Barrier
• High Barrier
• Ultra High Barrier

By Layer Type

• Film
  • Monolayer
  • 3 Layer
  • 5 Layer
  • 7 Layer
• Trays (Monolayer)

By End Use

• Meat
• Poultry
• Seafood
• Dairy Products
• Fresh Produce
• Ready Meals
• Others

By Region

• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific (APAC)
• Middle East & Africa (MEA)

Scope of the Report

Vision Research Reports started a new study on the global vacuum skin packaging market, providing forecast for the period of 2020-2025. In the study, growth opportunity for the vacuum skin packaging market is witnessed. The report provides valuable insights, which enable readers to make winning business decisions for future growth of their businesses. The report highlights significant factors that are constantly determining the growth of the vacuum skin packaging market, untapped opportunities for manufacturers, trends and developments, and other insights across various key segments. Macroeconomic factors that are directly or indirectly affecting market growth are also incorporated in the report.

Key Questions

• What will be the impact of COVID-19 on the vacuum skin packaging market?
• Which end use will be the most lucrative for vacuum skin packaging?
• What will be market size for vacuum skin packaging by the end of 2030?
• Which is the most preferred barrier type for vacuum skin packaging in the global market?
• Which region will remain most lucrative for market growth?
• Which are the top five countries of vacuum skin packaging market?
• Which material type holds maximum market share in the global vacuum skin packaging market?
• Who are major key players in the vacuum skin packaging market?

Key indicators associated with the vacuum skin packaging market have been calculated thoroughly in the report. The study enumerates vital market dynamics such as key drivers, challenges, and trends, along with opportunities in the global vacuum skin packaging market. A comprehensive study on the value chain, which includes component suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and end users have been incorporated in the global market report. Other key aspects laid down in the market include pricing strategy of leading market players and comparative analysis of vacuum skin packaging. Furthermore, forecast factors and forecast scenarios of the vacuum skin packaging market have been covered in the report to understand future prospects of the market.

A comprehensive evaluation and forecast on the vacuum skin packaging market are provided on the basis of product type, material type, barrier type, layer type, end use, and region.

Y-o-Y growth comparison, volume and revenue comparison, and market share comparison of various market segments are provided in the report. The vacuum skin packaging market is analyzed at both regional and country levels.

The report delivers an exhaustive assessment on the structure of the vacuum skin packaging market, in tandem with a dashboard view of all leading company profiles in the report. Every company’s share analysis on market players have also been presented in the report, apart from the footprint matrix of profiled market players. The report depicts the presence of vacuum skin packaging manufacturers by leveraging an intensity map. It also highlights key end users for vacuum skin packaging.

Research Methodology

A realistic methodology, along with a holistic approach makes the base for sharp insights, which are provided in the vacuum skin packaging market for the study evaluation period. The TMR report comprises of detailed information on growth prospects, along with riveting insights into the forecast assessment of the market.

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