미국의 접이식 및 조립식 컨테이너 시장 규모, 점유율, 동향 분석 보고서 : 재료별, 제품 유형별, 최종 용도별, 부문별 예측(2025-2033년)

U.S. Foldable And Collapsible Container Market Summary

The U.S. foldable and collapsible container market size was estimated at USD 422.8 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 579.5 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 3.6% from 2025 to 2033. Rapid growth in online retail and a need to cut storage and transport costs have significantly increased demand for foldable containers that reduce warehouse space and empty return trips

The U.S. foldable and collapsible container industry is primarily driven by the need for cost efficiency and sustainability in logistics and supply chain operations. Traditional shipping containers occupy significant space when empty, leading to higher transportation and storage costs. Foldable containers address this issue by reducing empty return logistics costs by up to 75%, as seen in companies such as Staxxon and Singamas, which offer collapsible designs that minimize space usage. In addition, the rise in e-commerce and just-in-time delivery models has increased demand for flexible packaging solutions, further propelling market growth.

Another key factor is the growing emphasis on environmental sustainability. Foldable containers reduce carbon footprints by optimizing cargo space, lowering fuel consumption, and decreasing the number of trips required for empty container repositioning. For instance, Maersk has adopted collapsible containers to enhance efficiency and meet ESG goals. Government regulations promoting green logistics, such as the EPA's SmartWay Program, also encourage businesses to adopt foldable containers to comply with emission reduction targets. This aligns with corporate sustainability initiatives, making foldable solutions attractive to major retailers like Amazon and Walmart.

Moreover, advancements in material science and smart container technologies are accelerating market adoption. Modern foldable containers use high-strength, lightweight materials like corrugated plastic and reinforced steel alloys, improving durability while maintaining flexibility. The growth of intermodal transportation-combining rail, road, and sea freight- also favors foldable containers, as they streamline cross-modal transitions.

U.S. Foldable And Collapsible Container Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at a country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the U.S. foldable and collapsible container market report based on material, product type, and end use:

• Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
• Plastic
• Metal
• Wood
• Others
• Product Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
• Bulk Bins
• Pallets
• Crates
• Boxes
• Cartons
• Others
• End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
• Industrial & Automotive
• Food & Beverage
• Pharmaceutical & Chemical
• Construction & Building
• Others

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope

• 1.1. Research Methodology
  • 1.1.1. Market Segmentation
  • 1.1.2. Market Definition
• 1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
• 1.3. Information Procurement
  • 1.3.1. Purchased Database
  • 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
  • 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
  • 1.3.4. Primary Research
• 1.4. Information Analysis
  • 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
• 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
• 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
• 1.7. List of Abbreviations

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

• 2.1. Market Snapshot, 2024 (USD Million)
• 2.2. Segmental Snapshot
• 2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot

Chapter 3. U.S. Foldable and Collapsible Container Market Variables, Trends, and Scope

• 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
• 3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
• 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 3.3.1. Raw Material Trends
  • 3.3.2. Manufacturing/Technology Trends
• 3.4. Regulatory Framework
• 3.5. Market Dynamics
  • 3.5.1. Market Driver Analysis
  • 3.5.2. Market Restraint Analysis
  • 3.5.3. Market Opportunity Analysis
  • 3.5.4. Market Challenge Analysis
• 3.6. Business Environment Analysis
  • 3.6.1. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 3.6.2. PESTEL Analysis

Chapter 4. U.S. Foldable and Collapsible Container Market: Material Estimates & Trend Analysis

• 4.1. Key Takeaways
• 4.2. Material Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
  • 4.2.1. Plastic
    • 4.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 4.2.2. Metal
    • 4.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 4.2.3. Wood
    • 4.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 4.2.4. Others
    • 4.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)

Chapter 5. U.S. Foldable and Collapsible Container Market: Product Type Estimates & Trend Analysis

• 5.1. Key Takeaways
• 5.2. Product Type Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
  • 5.2.1. Bulk Bins
    • 5.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 5.2.2. Pallets
    • 5.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 5.2.3. Crates
    • 5.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 5.2.4. Boxes
    • 5.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 5.2.5. Cartons
    • 5.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 5.2.6. Others
    • 5.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)

Chapter 6. U.S. Foldable and Collapsible Container Market: End Use Estimates & Trend Analysis

• 6.1. Key Takeaways
• 6.2. End Use Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
  • 6.2.1. Industrial & Automotive
    • 6.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 6.2.2. Food & Beverage
    • 6.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 6.2.3. Pharmaceutical & Chemical
    • 6.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 6.2.4. Construction & Building
    • 6.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)
  • 6.2.5. Others
    • 6.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million)

Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape

• 7.1. Key Players & Recent Developments & Their Impact on the Industry
• 7.2. Company Categorization
• 7.3. Company Market Position Analysis
• 7.4. Company Heat Map Analysis
• 7.5. Strategy Mapping
  • 7.5.1. Expansions
  • 7.5.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
  • 7.5.3. Collaborations
  • 7.5.4. New Product Type Launches
  • 7.5.5. Others

Chapter 8. Company Listing (Overview, Financial Performance, Product Types Overview)

• 8.1. Schoeller Allibert
  • 8.1.1. Company Overview
  • 8.1.2. Financial Performance
  • 8.1.3. Product Type Benchmarking
• 8.2. WestRock Company
• 8.3. Flexible Packaging Solutions
• 8.4. CHEP
• 8.5. Flex Container
• 8.6. ORBIS Corporation
• 8.7. Singamas Container Holdings Limited
• 8.8. RPP Containers
• 8.9. Compact Container Systems (CCS)
• 8.10. Corplex