Aseptic Processing Market to Witness Unprecedented Growth in Coming Years

Consumer demand for convenience foods and RTE product formats continue to drive industry outlook for the aseptic processing market

Aseptic processing refers to the process of packing products through aseptic packaging while also covering the aspect of the processing equipment. Aseptic packaging is a process through which microorganisms are prevented from entering a package during and after packaging. During aseptic processing, a sterilized package is filled with a commercially sterile food product and is sealed within the confines of a hygienic environment. On the other hand, aseptic equipment is used for sterilization/aseptic processing of the product with various mediums or combination of mediums; for instance, saturated steam, superheated steam, hydrogen peroxide, and heat & other treatments.

The global market for aseptic packaging is projected to reach USD 77 billion by 2022, recording a CAGR of 12.6%

The beverages and packaged food industries across regions are projected to drive the market growth for aseptic packaging. The growing consumer demand for packaged and RTE foods has driven manufacturers into adopting aseptic packaging for their product lines. Also, the growing urban population, demand for pharmaceutical supplies, and rising demand for convenience products have propelled the growth of the global aseptic packaging and equipment industry. With the increasing demand for convenience and quality food products, consumers are opting for packaged food products, which poses a significant market opportunity for aseptic packaging and equipment manufacturers.

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Growing influence of beverages to drive the demand for cartons in aseptic processing

Due to the growing demand for beverage products, manufacturers are focusing their efforts on adopting cartons. Aseptic packaging allows perishable products such as milk, soy beverages, juices, and nectars to be distributed and stored without refrigeration for a significant period. Cartons are made of polyethylene, resin, aluminum foil, and paperboard. They are widely used for packaging a wide variety of beverages such as juices, white & flavored milk, as well as for soups, sauces, broths, fruit toppings, syrups, and tomato purees. They are available in various sizes—from 150 ml to 2 liters. Although several new packaging designs and shapes have been recently introduced in the market, aseptic carton manufacturers typically conform to the largely preferred block shape, which is favored, as it permits easy stacking for more efficient storage. The carton packaging market is estimated to grow due to the demand experienced in the milk and dairy product packaging and juice packaging sectors.

Geographical Prominence

Asia Pacific is the largest market for the aseptic processing market, which witnesses a large presence of industry participants and consumers. The large consumer base and demand for RTE products are among the key drivers for demand for aseptic processing, as the growing demand for beverage cartons, and convenience foods are expected to bolster adoption in the region further. The increased demand for aseptic packaging in pharmaceutical supplies and dairy packaging is expected to improve adoption among product manufacturers. Countries such as China are among the largest markets in the region with a large manufacturer and consumer base. The country hosts a large presence of processing units backed by consumer demand for products, which is expected to support the country’s outlook in aseptic processing.

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Aseptic processing covers the aseptic packaging and aseptic equipment markets. Aseptic packaging is a process through which microorganisms are prevented from entering a package during and after packaging. During aseptic processing, a sterilized package is filled with a commercially sterile food product and is sealed within the confines of a hygienic environment. On the other hand, aseptic equipment is used for the sterilization/aseptic processing of the product with various mediums or combination of mediums, such as saturated steam, superheated steam, hydrogen peroxide, and heat & other treatments. In retort packaging, the food or beverage is first filled in the pouch or metal can, sealed, and then heated to a high temperature, thereby sterilizing the product. Whereas, in aseptic processing, the food or beverage is sterilized by exposure to ultra-high heat, rapidly cooled to ambient temperature, and filled into sterilized containers, which are then sealed in a commercially sterile environment. However, the assembled aseptic package is not further processed, as seen in the case of retort packaging. With the rise in the demand for convenience products and ready-to-eat food, the aseptic processing market has witnessed significant growth. Rapid urbanization and the need to maintain a healthy lifestyle by avoiding the consumption of food additives have led to an increase in the demand for aseptic processing. Through aseptic processing, food remains fresh for a longer period without the use of preservatives.

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