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Heated To-Go

Self-heating products and packaging allow for simple on-the-go consumption

Trend - Self-heating packaging and products allow consumers to take food items on-the-go without having to worry about them getting cold and not tasting fresh when they're ready to be consumed. Everything from coffee cans to lunch boxes now contain self-heating functions.

Insight - People who have certain jobs or preferences require food that they can eat on-the-go, without compromising the flavor experience of eating the food. Consumers who work in labour-heavy jobs, or people who are active and spend time outdoors, are most likely to benefit from on-the-go, quality-enhancing food and beverage items.
Workshop Question - How is your brand prioritizing quality alongside portability?
Trend Themes
1. Self-heating Packaging - Self-heating packaging for food and beverage items is a growing trend that provides on-the-go, quality-enhancing options for consumers who require food that they can eat on-the-go.
2. Portable, Self-heating Lunch Boxes - Portable, self-heating lunchboxes are becoming popular to let consumers enjoy hot, fresh meals on-the-go without the need for microwaves or stovetops.
3. Self-heating Beverages in Cans - Self-heating beverages in cans are a popular trend that provide coffee, tea, bone broth, sake and even soup lovers with a hot, drinkable beverage on-the-go.
Industry Implications
1. Packaging Industry - The packaging industry has an opportunity to develop eco-friendly self-heating options that are efficient and cost-effective for consumers.
2. Food Industry - The food industry has an opportunity to develop more diverse food and beverage options that can be consumed on-the-go and benefit from the convenience of self-heating packaging.
3. Coffee Industry - The coffee industry has an opportunity to innovate and expand their offerings by providing consumers with unique and convenient self-heating canned coffee options.
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