by The global Foam Cooler Box Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 2.93 Bn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 8.6% over the forecast period 2023 to 2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights.
Market Overview:
Foam cooler boxes are insulated portable boxes used for keeping food, drinks and other perishable items cool for limited durations. The lightweight and durable foam construction along with reusable design make foam cooler boxes an eco-friendly alternative to single use plastic cooler boxes.
Market key trends:
Foam cooler boxes are increasingly gaining popularity over traditional plastic/styrofoam coolers due to their eco-friendly reusable design. They keep beverages cool for 24 hours and food cool for up to 4 days. The rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions from recreational and camping activities is boosting the sales of foam coolers globally. In addition, the growing organized retail and e-commerce sectors are offering foam cooler boxes in varied styles, sizes and price points to cater diverse consumer needs, driving their market growth. Foam cooler boxes emerged as a preferred choice for outdoor leisure, travel and picnics during the pandemic as people looked for safe and hygienic ways to carry and store food. This further accelerated the market demand over the recent past.
SWOT Analysis
Strength: Foam cooler boxes provide high insulating properties which help keep food and drinks cool for longer durations. Their relatively lightweight nature allows for easy portability.
Weakness: Foam cooler boxes are not as durable as hard-sided coolers and may break down over repeated use. They also cannot be sealed tightly which impacts their insulating capabilities.
Opportunity: Growing outdoor recreational activities and travel & tourism industry is driving the demand for effective portable cooling solutions. The foam cooler box market can leverage these trends.
Threats: Strict environmental regulations around non-biodegradable polymers used in manufacturing foam coolers poses challenges. Hard-sided plastic coolers and insulated bags are substitutes that offer comparable features.
Key Takeaways
The global foam cooler box market is expected to witness high growth, exhibiting CAGR of 8.6% over the forecast period, due to increasing demand for effective portable cooling solutions from outdoor, travel and tourism industries.
Regional analysis: North America dominates the global foam cooler box market currently. However, Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest growing regional market over the forecast period supported by increasing consumer spending, rising health awareness and expanding travel & tourism sector in major countries like India and China.
Key players operating in the foam cooler box market are YETI, Igloo, Coleman, Rubbermaid, Grizzly, Engel, Bison Coolers, ORCA, Pelican, Polar Bear Coolers, AO Coolers, Kula Coolers, IceMule, RTIC, Canyon Coolers, OtterBox, Kysek, Magellan Outdoors, Everest, Stanley. These companies focus on developing innovative products with enhanced features to achieve competitive edge. Strategic collaborations with regional distributors is another key strategy adopted.
