| Product Code: ETC13055790 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
In 2024, the top countries exporting packed food to Ireland include the UK, Metropolitan France, Poland, Germany, and the Netherlands. Despite a slight growth in the market with a CAGR of 0.01% from 2020 to 2024, there was a decline in the growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -3.39%. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) in 2024 indicates a concentrated market, suggesting that these key exporting countries hold significant market share. Monitoring these trends closely will be crucial for stakeholders in the packed food import industry in Ireland.

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 Ireland Packed Food Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Packed Food Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Packed Food Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Shelf Life, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Packed Food Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for convenience and ready-to-eat food products |
4.2.2 Growing urbanization leading to a busy lifestyle and higher consumption of packed foods |
4.2.3 Rising health consciousness among consumers driving the demand for healthier packed food options |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Price volatility of raw materials impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and standards in food packaging and labeling |
4.3.3 Growing concerns over sustainability and environmental impact of packaging materials |
5 Ireland Packed Food Market Trends |
6 Ireland Packed Food Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Packed Food Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Ready-to-Eat, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Frozen Foods, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Snack Foods, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Dairy Products, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Ireland Packed Food Market, By Packaging Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Canned, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic Trays, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Pouches, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Cartons, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Ireland Packed Food Market, By Shelf Life |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Long-Term, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Medium-Term, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Short-Term, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Medium-Term, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Ireland Packed Food Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Stores, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Stores, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Ireland Packed Food Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Packed Food Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Packed Food Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Packed Food Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Consumer preferences for natural and organic ingredients in packed food products |
8.2 Adoption rate of innovative packaging technologies in the market |
8.3 Growth in online sales and e-commerce penetration for packed food products |
9 Ireland Packed Food Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Packed Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Packed Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Packed Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Shelf Life, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Ireland Packed Food Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Packed Food Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Packed Food Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Packed Food Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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