Product Code: ETC6188488 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: May 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The plastic frozen food packaging market in Australia is characterized by the need for durable, moisture-resistant, and temperature-stable materials to preserve food quality during storage and transport. This market benefits from the growth in convenience food consumption and increasing demand for ready-to-eat frozen meals. Innovations in plastic films, trays, and containers that offer barrier properties and easy recyclability are shaping this sectors development.
The plastic frozen food packaging market in Australia is evolving to meet consumer demand for convenience and food safety. Innovations include the use of recyclable and lightweight plastics that offer better barrier properties to extend shelf life and maintain food quality. There is a notable shift towards sustainable packaging that reduces environmental impact, supported by the rise in frozen food consumption due to changing lifestyles and increasing preference for ready-to-cook meals.
In the plastic frozen food packaging market, one major challenge is maintaining product quality and safety while using plastics that can withstand freezing temperatures without becoming brittle or cracking. Environmental concerns regarding single-use plastics have put pressure on manufacturers to adopt recyclable or biodegradable materials, which often have inferior barrier properties and higher costs. Supply chain disruptions and fluctuating raw material prices further complicate production planning and cost management.
Frozen food consumption in Australia continues to grow due to convenience and longer shelf life, fueling the demand for specialized plastic packaging that ensures product freshness and safety. Investment in advanced barrier films and insulated plastic packaging offers a competitive edge. There is potential to develop recyclable and microwave-safe frozen food packaging, appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. Strategic collaborations with food manufacturers and supermarkets can enhance market penetration.
Government regulations focus on balancing food safety with environmental impact. The Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) mandates strict hygiene and safety standards for frozen food packaging, while simultaneously encouraging the use of recyclable and environmentally sustainable plastic materials. Australias commitment to the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) promotes recycling and the use of recyclable plastics in frozen food packaging, urging manufacturers to minimize environmental footprints.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Trends |
6 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market, By Packaging Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Boxes, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Bags, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Tubs and Cups, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Meat, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Poultry and Seafood, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Fruits and Vegetables, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Baked products, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Plastic Frozen Food Packaging Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |