Dear Valued Clients and Partners,
The recently concluded Canton Fair was as vibrant as ever, but this year, we noticed some exciting new trends! As frontline participants engaging with global buyers, we’d love to share the most sought-after products at the fair—insights that might inspire your 2025 sourcing plans.
What Were Buyers Searching For?
1. PET Cups: The Global Bubble Tea Boom
“Do you have 16oz PET cups for bubble tea?”—This was easily the most frequent question at our booth! From colorful drinks in the Dominican Republic to roadside tea stalls in Iraq, demand for PET beverage cups is exploding, especially for:
Standard 8oz-16oz sizes
Lids (flat, domed, or sip-through)
Custom-printed designs
Pro Tip: Buyers in the Middle East prefer gold and earthy tones, while Latin American clients lean toward vibrant colors.
2. Sugarcane Pulp Products: Sustainability Is No Longer Optional
A buyer from Malaysia told us, ”Our government is now fining restaurants that use plastic utensils.” This explains why sugarcane tableware was a star at this year’s fair:
Compartment trays (especially 50-60g sizes)
Small containers for custom branding
Full eco-friendly cutlery sets
3. Paper Food Packaging: A Baker’s Best Friend
A customer from Japan spent 15 minutes carefully examining our cake box samples before leaving with a satisfied smile. Key highlights in paper packaging included:
Display-style cake boxes (medium sizes were most popular)
Grease-resistant burger boxes
Multi-compartment food containers
Fun Fact: More buyers are asking, ”Can you add a viewing window?”—product visibility is becoming a global trend.
Why Are These Products in Such High Demand?
After hundreds of conversations, we identified three key drivers:
1.The Worldwide Bubble Tea Craze: From Latin America to the Middle East, specialty drink shops are popping up everywhere.
2.Tighter Eco-Regulations: At least 15 countries introduced new plastic bans in 2024.
3.The Persistent Growth of Food Delivery: Pandemic-driven changes in dining habits are here to stay.
Practical Tips for Buyers
1.Plan Ahead: Lead times for PET cups have stretched to 8 weeks—order early for hot-selling items.
2.Consider Customization: Branded packaging enhances value, and MOQs are lower than you might think.
3.Explore New Materials: While sugarcane and cornstarch products cost slightly more, they ensure compliance with green laws.
Final Thoughts
Every Canton Fair opens a window into global market trends. This year, one thing was clear: sustainability is no longer a premium niche but a business essential, and beverage packaging has evolved from mere containers to brand experiences.
What packaging trends have you noticed lately? Or are you searching for a specific packaging solution? We’d love to hear from you—after all, the best product ideas often come from real market needs.
Best regards,
p.s. We’ve compiled a full Canton Fair product catalog and price list—just reply to this email, and we’ll send it right over!
Email:orders@mvi-ecopack.com
Telephone: 0771-3182966
Post time: May-12-2025
