Clamshell Packaging Market Size, Share and Analysis By Material (Plastic, Paper & Paperboard, Foam, Bagasse, and Others), By End User (Food, Electronics And Electrical, Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care, and Others), and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

Clamshell packaging comprises two joined pieces of packaging material that surround and protect the product. Clamshell packaging is generally developed with thermoformed plastic in which the edges can be sealed for airtight protection. It offers shelf appeal to the products and attracts a maximum number of consumers, thus driving market growth. The packaging also allows manufacturers to add visually appealing graphics and promote their brand by printing and logos. It provides security to the product and can be a reliable packaging solution. Such factors boost the global clamshell packaging market.

• In September 2019, North American paper & plastic flexible packaging manufacturer, Novolex announced the expansion of its product portfolio with the launch of a new line of clamshell containers. The new line is named EcoCraft Fresh & Crispy, whereas the new containers are developed to keep fried foods warm and crunchy.

One of the key factors driving global clamshell packaging is the growth of multinational fast-food chains, which leads to the adoption of low-cost and convenient packaging materials, including clamshell packaging. The rise in the demand for convenience food services due to the changing eating habits and lifestyle of the urban population also drives the growth of the clamshell packaging market. The growing e-commerce industry and the rapid development in R&D activities enhance the market growth. The increasing demand for customized clamshell packaging from several end-use industries will provide lucrative opportunities in the forecast period.

The inconvenience felt by the customers during the opening of clamshell packaging, coupled with the rising environmental concerns, restrict the market growth. Plastic clamshell packaging is considered hazardous to the environment as it does not decompose quickly. In addition, the ban on plastic usage in several developed and developing countries, along with the strict restrictions on the use of plastic products, is expected to hamper the global clamshell packaging market.

IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE CLAMSHELL PACKAGING MARKET

The sudden outbreak of COVID-19 caused a long-term effect on several sectors worldwide. The pandemic led to a mixed impact on the packaging industry owing to the closure of physical retail stores worldwide. However, rapid growth in the e-commerce sector and the availability of online retailing due to imposed lockdown and shutdown will generate profitable opportunities for the global clamshell packaging market. Moreover, as the food industry is on the frontline, the increasing demand for fresh food and groceries will favor market growth in the post-pandemic era.

KEY INSIGHTS

The report will cover the following key insights:

• Recent Advancements in the Clamshell Packaging Market


• Key Industry Trends


• Regulatory Landscape for the Clamshell Packaging Market


• Key Industry Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, and Partnerships)


• Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

ANALYSIS BY MATERIAL

Based on the material, the market is segmented into plastic, paper & paperboard, foam, bagasse, and others. Plastic dominated the material segment of the global clamshell packaging market. Manufacturers' wide adoption of PET plastic to offer recyclable packaging solutions is the key factor for the segment's growth. Moreover, as plastic has been extremely popular for decades, they are utilized largely in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

ANALYSIS BY END USER

Based on the end user, the market is segmented into food, electronics and electrical, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and others. Food industries are the largest end-user of the global clamshell packaging market globally. Clamshells have gained immense popularity in the food packaging sector. They are used for packaging food items such as cookies, salads, sandwiches, pies, frozen lobster tails, bread, BBQ ribs, burgers, and several others, thus holding the largest market share.

REGIONAL ANALYSIS

The clamshell packaging market has been studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. North America is the dominating region of the global clamshell packaging market. The dominance can be attributed to the growing pharmaceuticals, food retailing, and food service industries that generate demand for recycled PET-based clamshell packaging in the region.

Asia Pacific is the second largest region of the clamshell packaging market across the world. High demand for convenient & transparent packaging and the increasing e-commerce industry bolster regional growth. Augmenting demand from the expanding retail and foods & beverages industries in countries such as France, Germany, Spain, and others, is boosting the European clamshell packaging market. Consumer demand for frozen food and ready-to-eat meals is expected to drive the clamshell packaging market in Latin America. Changing economic conditions and increasing demand for clamshell packaging are projected to enhance the Middle East and African packaging market.

KEY PLAYERS COVERED

The report will include profiles of key players such as GangXuan, Gabler, VisiPak Inc., Prime Packaging LLC, Dordan Manufacturing Company, Panic Plastics Inc., Lacerta Group Inc., EasyPak, Rhysley Group, Rohrer Corporation, Action Pak Inc., SouthPak, Novolex Holdings LLC., and Brentwood Medical.

SEGMENTATION

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS

• On June 2022, Sinclair & Rush, Inc., the parent company of VisiPak Inc., completed the acquisition of Indepak Corporation of Portland, Oregon, a thermoforming manufacturer specializing in custom trays, blisters, and clamshell packaging primarily for medical and food applications.


• On November 2020, U.S.-based sustainable technology firm Footprint announced the launch of plant-based compostable clamshells for the food industry.


• On May 2020, Novolex introduced new grease-resistant wraps, non-fluorinated, and clamshells that Novolex brands, Bagcraft and Burrows Packagings design. The clamshell offers health-conscious, plastic, and per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) free alternatives for fast-casual restaurants & universities.