- Retail volume sales of dairy packaging declined marginally to 5.0 billion units in 2016.
- Retail volume sales of sauces, dressings and condiments packaging declined by 1% in 2016
- Processed meat and seafood packaging (primary and secondary) record 1% growth in 2016.
- Retail volume sales of confectionery packaging declined 2% to reach 4.9 billion units
- Processed fruit/vegetables packaging (primary and secondary) declines 1% to 62 million units with metal food cans the most popular pack type.
- Manufacturers are aiming to develop frozen fruit and vegetables
- Retail volume sales of baby food packaging (primary and secondary) decline by 2%
- Baby food shifts from glass and metal to flexible packaging and paper-based containers in 2016
- Pack sizing is expected to continue heading towards personal sizes which can be consumed as snacks or whilst on the go.
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