Packaging plays a key role in the strong growth of the pet food industry, especially for high-quality branded products. Sustainable personalized packaging design can attract the attention of pet owners at a time, which is an important factor in promoting orders. Pet food packaging is a packaging method that stores and packages pet food in various containers to protect the food from various contamination factors and maintain the nutritional value of the food.

Based on materials, plastics are one of the most widely used packaging materials in various industries. PVC, HDPE, pet and other plastic forms are widely used in pet food packaging market. The material has high barrier properties, cost-effectiveness, heat resistance and durable packaging options. Imaginative packaging expressions such as disposable packaging flaps and zipper covers have won the favor of customers in the pet food packaging market.

According to the data, the global pet food packaging market is expected to grow from $10.2 billion in 2020 to $12.5 billion in 2025, an annual growth rate of 4.2. In addition, from 2020 to 2025, plastic products are expected to dominate the pet food packaging market. The research and marketing department said: plastic packaging is durable, light weight, cost-effective and widely used, making it a large segment of the pet food packaging market. At the same time, some foreign media pointed out that the development trend of pet food packaging in 2021 is mainly concentrated in the following aspects:

When it comes to pets, sustainability continues to be a factor in consumer behavior, with 75% of consumers saying they would prefer a brand with more sustainable packaging. Consumers are increasingly concerned with even ensuring that the products they buy are produced in an ethical and sustainable manner. For pet food packaging, this means increased use of biodegradable and recyclable materials.

The challenge for manufacturers is that sustainability often conflicts with other packaging trends. Not all environmentally friendly packaging materials provide the quality, durability and food safety characteristics required by pet food manufacturers. A sustainable choice that has proven effective is recyclable plastic. Compared with traditional paper bags and mixed plastic pet food bags, if it cannot provide a better solution, providing the same barrier performance can also meet the manufacturer's anti-corrosion requirements and the customer's environmental protection requirements. In addition to improving the recyclability of packaging, successful brands also provide clear recycling instructions and encourage users to participate in recycling programs.

The functionality and convenience of packaging, resealability, product freshness and ease of use are all factors to consider when choosing pet food packaging. It is now easier than ever for pet owners to advance the pet food industry. In response to this, many successful pet food brands are adopting formats and features commonly used in the fast food industry, such as vertical bags, resealable zippers and tear cuts.