Understand the cultural and socioeconomic influences that shape i...
Understand the cultural and socioeconomic influences that shape industry demand throughout Asia-Pacific, with local insight, market statistics and analysis ranging from strategic regional overview to in-depth coverage by country or city.
Total baby food packaging volumes in Thailand maintained growth in 2023, with increases seen across all categories, although none were able to return to the pre-pandemic (2019) level of unit volumes. Although rising from a relatively low base, dried…
Cigarettes in India maintained solid retail volume growth in 2023, with the primary driver behind this increase being the return of people to office spaces after the end of the pandemic. According to commercial real estate firm Cushman and Wakefield,…
Cigars and cigarillos in India saw continued retail volume and current value growth in 2023. Cigar lounges play a crucial role in promoting the popularity of cigars in the country. Such establishments offer consumers a diverse range of options and…
Flexible plastic is the dominant pack type used for chocolate pouches and bags due to its practicality and convenience, with this expected to remain the case over the forecast period. Containers made from flexible plastic in this category are…
Total confectionery packaging volumes in Thailand continued to rise in 2023, approaching the pre-pandemic level of unit volumes. In 2023, flexible plastic remained the dominant pack type for confectionery packaging, and continued to see a rising…
Flexible plastic has been recording strong growth in the packaging of butter and spreads as this pack type provides excellent barrier properties against oxygen, moisture and light, which are crucial for preserving the freshness and quality of butter.…
Total dairy packaging volumes in Thailand increased for a second year in 2023, but were still unable to recover fully from the impact of COVID-19, and volumes remained below the pre-pandemic (2019) level. Shelf stable milk accounted for a high share…
Flexible plastic is the most popular packaging type for meals and soup in Indonesia due to its versatility. Its lightweight nature reduces transportation costs and carbon footprint, aligning with the country’s logistical challenges and environmental…
In 2023, total meals and soups packaging volumes in Thailand saw a dynamic increase. Within soup, dry soup dominated packaging volumes, and maintained growth in 2023, although it should be noted that volumes failed to return to the pre-pandemic…
The continued growth of plant-based milk and its packaging unit volumes can be attributed to a convergence of factors. Rising health consciousness and dietary preferences, along with heightened environmental awareness, are propelling the demand for…
As in 2022, plant-based dairy packaging volumes continued to rise in Thailand in 2023, although like in dairy packaging, volumes remained below the 2019 level. Plant-based milk remained the only category with notable packaging volumes in 2023, with…
Metal food cans are the preferred pack type for shelf stable vegetables due to their robustness and ability to maintain freshness and nutritional value over extended periods. The sturdy construction of metal cans provides a reliable barrier against…
Total processed fruit and vegetables packaging maintained growth in Thailand in 2023, with increases in unit volumes across all categories. Shelf stable fruit continued to account for the highest packaging volumes within processed fruit and…
Due to its adaptability and ability to accommodate a variety of package sizes, including both individual servings and family portions, flexible plastic is favoured over other pack types in Indonesia for the packaging of processed meat and seafood.…
In 2023, processed meat and seafood packaging volumes in Thailand continued to rise. Meat and seafood substitutes continued to see above-average growth in packaging volumes in 2023. The health and wellness trend has become more significant in the…
Flexible packaging continues to dominate in sauces, dips and condiments as it is the most affordable pack type from the perspective of manufacturers and also enables a variety of pack sizes to be produced. With a large proportion of Indonesian…
Total sauces, dips and condiments packaging volumes maintained growth in Thailand in 2023. Flexible aluminium/paper and flexible plastic remained the leading pack types in the overall category, followed by PET bottles and glass bottles. Salad…
Since 2012, gutkha, a popular smokeless tobacco product, has been banned across India. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) banned the manufacture, sale, and distribution of gutkha, categorising it as a food product. Some states…
Demand for honey is being supported by the rising health awareness trend in the country, which was bolstered by the pandemic. Many Indonesian consumers have developed the habit of consuming honey on a daily basis in the hope of strengthening the…
Total sweet spreads packaging volumes in Thailand saw dynamic growth in 2023. Jams and preserves remained the category with the highest packaging volumes in this year, and despite this, also saw the strongest increase in unit volumes. Glass jars…