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The Future of
Confectionery
Packaging

Key Facts & Insights

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Chocolate

Cookies

Candies

Snacks

Growth of Packaging in the Confectionery Industry

Market Size for Packaging in the
U.S.
(Billions)

The U.S. confectionery industry is seeing steady growth in the use of carton packaging, with an annual increase of 3.2% in demand for folding carton and corrugated packaging with high-quality offset printing.

Brands are embracing sustainable, customized, and protective packaging solutions, driven by the e-commerce boom and the need to enhance product visibility on store shelves.

This trend is redefining how sweets and snacks reach consumers.

Specialty finishes
& custom structures

No matter what type of product you need to package, PM Packaging is here to listen to you, understand your needs and your market, and then provide the ideal packaging solution.

PMP branded confectionary packaging

Key Trends in Paperboard Packaging

Sustainability

Rising demand for recyclable and eco-friendly materials. Offset printing allows customization while maintaining environmental standards.

Durability & Resistance

Choose the type of boxes that protect all types of goods against shocks, surface damage, humidity and temperature variations.

Carton Packaging Share by
Confectionery Product

E-commerce

Growth in direct-to-consumer sales has increased the need for protective yet visually appealing packaging.

Seasonal & Gift Packaging

Limited editions and holiday packs drive demand for high-quality graphics and premium carton structures.

Consumption and Trends in Paperboard Packaging

Paperboard packaging:

70%

Recycled material usage:

50%

of folding carton packaging

Premium/seasonal packaging:

40%

of high-end confectionery uses folding cartons