Consumers continue to seek out convenience that suits their fast-paced lifestyles. Consumer behavior could reverse, but it is unlikely. What's more likely is that things will only grow more intense and the demand for convenience will only grow more extreme. Fast-moving consumer goods and pharmaceutical products benefit from the cost-to-performance ratio advantage offered by rigid plastics manufacturing.

Flexible packaging accounts for 19 percent of the overall packaging market and is expected to grow at a rate of 3.9 percent CAGR by 2023, according to the 2019 Flexible Packaging Marketing Assessment by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.

Consumers push the trends in this market, which include flavor diversity, health and wellness appeal, convenience/resealability and clean label. There are opportunities for manufacturers, such as sustainable processes and increased productivity levels, to keep up with demand.

The makers of SKIPPY peanut butter have debuted SKIPPY P.B.& Jelly Minis, a portable, shareable baked snack made with real peanut butter and grape or strawberry jelly.

Fresh Cravings has added a new grab-and-go product to their line: Salsa and Tortilla Chips snack packs for people who are always on the go.

ParmCrisps has refreshed the brand and its packaging, with its pouch format re-positioned for snacking on-the-go.

Hispanic beauty brand debuts La Bella Niños Extra Gentle 3-in-1 Body Wash, Shampoo & Conditioner. The packaging features the beloved Cookie Monster character from Sesame Street.

The market for flexible packaging has grown steadily over the last decade, and it is not showing signs of slowing down. The use of plastic in packaging overall has grown 8% since 2012, and bags and pouches have grown 3.5%.

Bertolli has launched new Bertolli with butter & olive oil infused with Lemon & Chilli flavor, to excite the avid home-cook and encourage versatile cooking in a convenient way.

According to a Canadean survey of packaging executives worldwide, 77% expect high or moderate demand for on-the-go grocery products during weekday mornings.