South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market Insight
Published: 17 July 2026 | Report Format: Electronic (PDF) | Author: Govind and Krishna
The market for canned food packaging in South Korea is anticipated to increase at a compound yearly growth rate of 4.38% due to the growing demand for single-serve packaging.
South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market Insights Forecasts to 2035
- The South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market Size Was Estimated USD 612.5 Million in 2025
- The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.38% from 2025 to 2035
- The South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market Size is Expected to rise around USD 940.2 Million by 2035
Notable Insights for the South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market
- According to product type segmentation, the market for food cans is dominated by ready meals, which are the largest category. Fruits, on the other hand, are increasing at the fastest rate due to consumer desire for easy, shelf-stable solutions.
- Metal food cans predominate in the packaging of meals and soups based on material type segmentation, the 305g can size is becoming more popular because it is appropriate for single homes.
- According to South Korea's MFDS, 4.67 million tons of containers and packages were produced in 2017, with a total production value of about KRW 6.07 trillion.
- The food cans market in South Korea is expected to grow at a 6.5% rate. It will go from USD 94.3 million in 2023 to USD 147.1 million by 2030.
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Why Buy This Report
- By offering thorough information on the South Korean canned food packaging business, including projections through 2035, it helps with strategic investment decisions.
- Fruits and other high-growth segments can be identified thanks to the research's comprehensive segmentation across product kinds, materials, and end-use applications.
- Companies can target profitable opportunities by analyzing packaging trends, such as the rise of single-serve metal cans and the adoption of eco-friendly packaging.
Competitive Analysis:
The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea canned food packaging market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.
Top Companies in South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market
- Dongwon Systems Corporation
- Milacron Holdings Corp.
- Neuro Pack
- Crown Holdings Inc.
- Ball Corporation
- Ardagh Group
- CANPACK
- S&W Fine Foods International
- Dodram
- Del Monte Pacific Ltd.
Recent Developments:
- In April 2025, Dongwon Systems made a new metal food solution. This improves product life, food safety and sustainability for Korean canned food manufacturers.
- In February 2025, Neuro Pack worked with food processors to make canned food packaging solutions. These solutions improve product protection, package longevity and operational effectiveness.
Market Segmentation:
South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market, By Product Type
- Canned Fruits
- Canned Vegetables
- Canned Ready Meals
- Canned Seafood
- Canned Meat
South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market, By Material
- Metal Cans
- Plastic Cans
- Aluminum Cans
- Paperboard
South Korea Canned Food Packaging Market, By Application
- Ready-to-Eat Meals
- Quick Meals
- Desserts
- Soups
Expert Views:
The future of the canned food packaging market in South Korea looks bright due to increased demand for convenience food packaging that is environmentally sustainable and changing lifestyles of consumers. Development in light weight and recyclable packaging materials, along with barrier technology innovation, will improve the competitiveness of products. There will be more investments in sustainable packaging and food processing technologies.
Author: Govind and Krishna By Decisions Advisors and Consulting