Market overview
The global modified atmosphere tray market is worth USD 4.2 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 7.0 bn by 2036, growing at a 5.2% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and PET and APET is the largest by material segment.
| Scope | Rigid and semi-rigid trays designed for modified atmosphere packaging of fresh meat, poultry, fish, produce and ready meals, in plastic, foam and fibre-based formats sold to food packers. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Packaging |
| Value 2025 | USD 4.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 4.2 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 7.0 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 5.2% |
| Volume 2026 | 62,687 million pieces |
| Volume 2036 | 99,008 million pieces |
| Average price 2026 | USD 0.07 per piece |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Modified Atmosphere Tray market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 4.2 bn |
| 2027 | USD 4.4 bn |
| 2028 | USD 4.6 bn |
| 2029 | USD 4.9 bn |
| 2030 | USD 5.1 bn |
| 2031 | USD 5.4 bn |
| 2032 | USD 5.7 bn |
| 2033 | USD 6.0 bn |
| 2034 | USD 6.3 bn |
| 2035 | USD 6.6 bn |
| 2036 | USD 7.0 bn |
Modified Atmosphere Tray market segmentation
By material
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PET and APET | 34.0% | 34.5% | USD 1.4 bn | 5.4% |
| Polypropylene | 24.0% | 24.4% | USD 1.0 bn | 5.4% |
| Foamed polystyrene | 18.0% | 13.7% | USD 756 mn | 2.4% |
| Fibre-based trays | 12.0% | 16.9% | USD 504 mn | 8.8% |
| Other materials | 12.0% | 10.6% | USD 504 mn | 3.9% |
By food application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh meat and poultry | 38.0% | 35.3% | USD 1.6 bn | 4.4% |
| Fish and seafood | 10.0% | 9.7% | USD 420 mn | 4.9% |
| Fruit and vegetables | 18.0% | 19.3% | USD 756 mn | 5.9% |
| Ready meals | 18.0% | 20.2% | USD 756 mn | 6.4% |
| Bakery, dairy and other | 16.0% | 15.6% | USD 672 mn | 4.9% |
By tray structure
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monolayer | 30.0% | 27.3% | USD 1.3 bn | 4.2% |
| Barrier co-extruded | 44.0% | 46.2% | USD 1.8 bn | 5.7% |
| Tray with absorbent pad | 18.0% | 17.6% | USD 756 mn | 5.0% |
| Paperboard laminated | 8.0% | 8.9% | USD 336 mn | 6.3% |
By packing system
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gas flush MAP | 56.0% | 52.4% | USD 2.4 bn | 4.5% |
| Vacuum skin | 24.0% | 27.5% | USD 1.0 bn | 6.6% |
| Vacuum sealed | 20.0% | 20.1% | USD 840 mn | 5.2% |
By tray capacity
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small under 500 g | 28.0% | 26.1% | USD 1.2 bn | 4.5% |
| Medium 500 g to 1 kg | 46.0% | 46.0% | USD 1.9 bn | 5.2% |
| Large above 1 kg | 26.0% | 27.9% | USD 1.1 bn | 5.9% |
Top 25 countries for modified atmosphere tray by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 78.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 93.4%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 882 mn | 21.0% | USD 1.4 bn | 4.7% |
| 2 | China | USD 588 mn | 14.0% | USD 1.2 bn | 7.7% |
| 3 | United Kingdom | USD 378 mn | 9.0% | USD 572 mn | 4.2% |
| 4 | Germany | USD 336 mn | 8.0% | USD 509 mn | 4.2% |
| 5 | France | USD 252 mn | 6.0% | USD 384 mn | 4.3% |
| 6 | Japan | USD 210 mn | 5.0% | USD 300 mn | 3.6% |
| 7 | Spain | USD 189 mn | 4.5% | USD 300 mn | 4.7% |
| 8 | Italy | USD 189 mn | 4.5% | USD 286 mn | 4.2% |
| 9 | Brazil | USD 147 mn | 3.5% | USD 265 mn | 6.1% |
| 10 | Australia | USD 126 mn | 3.0% | USD 202 mn | 4.8% |
| 11 | Canada | USD 105 mn | 2.5% | USD 183 mn | 5.7% |
| 12 | Netherlands | USD 72 mn | 1.7% | USD 116 mn | 4.9% |
| 13 | Poland | USD 57 mn | 1.4% | USD 100 mn | 5.7% |
| 14 | Belgium | USD 49 mn | 1.2% | USD 78 mn | 4.8% |
| 15 | Mexico | USD 43 mn | 1.0% | USD 75 mn | 5.7% |
| 16 | Sweden | USD 39 mn | 0.9% | USD 63 mn | 4.9% |
| 17 | Switzerland | USD 36 mn | 0.9% | USD 58 mn | 4.8% |
| 18 | South Korea | USD 34 mn | 0.8% | USD 54 mn | 4.9% |
| 19 | Turkey | USD 32 mn | 0.8% | USD 61 mn | 6.8% |
| 20 | Denmark | USD 29 mn | 0.7% | USD 47 mn | 4.9% |
| 21 | Austria | USD 28 mn | 0.7% | USD 45 mn | 4.9% |
| 22 | Ireland | USD 27 mn | 0.6% | USD 47 mn | 5.7% |
| 23 | New Zealand | USD 26 mn | 0.6% | USD 43 mn | 5.4% |
| 24 | Argentina | USD 24 mn | 0.6% | USD 43 mn | 5.7% |
| 25 | South Africa | USD 24 mn | 0.6% | USD 41 mn | 5.8% |
| Rest of world | USD 279 mn | 6.6% | USD 473 mn | 5.4% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Sealed Air
- Amcor
- Berry Global
- Faerch
- Sabert
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Plastopil
- Sirap
- Coveris
- Anchor Packaging
- Klockner Pentaplast
- Tekni-Plex
- Coopbox
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Placon
- Genpak
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the modified atmosphere tray market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 5.2% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by material, by food application, by tray structure, by packing system, by tray capacity. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the modified atmosphere tray market?
The global modified atmosphere tray market is estimated at USD 4.0 bn in 2025 and USD 4.2 bn in 2026.
How fast will the modified atmosphere tray market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 7.0 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 5.2% from 2026, an increase of USD 2.8 bn.
Which country is the largest market for modified atmosphere tray?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 882 mn in 2026, 21.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 44.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 7.7% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which modified atmosphere tray segment is largest?
In the by material split, PET and APET is the largest segment with 34.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading modified atmosphere tray companies?
Global leaders include Sealed Air, Amcor, Berry Global, Faerch.
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