- Glass Jars
- Glass Bottles
- Glass Vials
- Candle Glass Containers
Glass Container Market size was valued at USD 53,829.1 million in 2023 and poised to grow at a CAGR of 6.4% during the forecast period 2024-2030. Consumers are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of packaging, and glass is seen as a more sustainable option compared to plastic. Increase in disposable incomes, especially in developing countries like India, there is a growing demand for premium products often packaged in glass containers. Glass is considered a safe and inert material for food and beverage storage, as it doesn't leach chemicals into the product, The food and beverage industries are major users of glass containers, and their continued growth will drive demand for glass packaging.
This includes growth in sectors like craft beer and premium spirits these are the factors that drive the growth of the glass container market. However, despite the growth, the challenges hinder the growth of the market by high production costs, transportation costs, and fluctuations in the raw material price. The E-commerce growth, reusable glass packaging, and advancements in glass-forming technology can lead to lighter, stronger, and more affordable glass containers. The Asia Pacific region is expected to see the fastest growth in the glass container market due to factors like rising disposable incomes and urbanization. The attraction of premium glass containers with unique designs and finishes for high-end products, where customers are to pay extra for the premium glass container.
Glass Container Market Recent key developments:
- In Dec 2023, Orora completed the acquisition of Saverglass, with the premium global glass business now formally part of Orora. The value of the acquisition is €1,290m (A$2,156m) which was funded by an equity raising of approximately A$1,345 million and debt facilities.
- In March 2023, SCHOTT started producing amber pharmaceutical glass in India to satisfy rising demand in Asia. The company's primary borosilicate glass material is used to make pharmaceutical containers, including vials, ampoules, and syringes that are used to carry life-saving medications
Glass Container Market Summary
Study Period
2024-2030
Base Year
2023
CAGR
6.4%
Largest Market
North America
Fastest Growing Market
Asia Pacific
Glass Container Market Dynamics
The rise of e-commerce, the push for reusable packaging, and advancements in glass-forming technology are converging to create a positive outlook for the glass container market. Here's how these trends are impacting the industry; E-commerce and glass packaging, glass containers require robust packaging to survive shipping. Glass, with its inherent strength, offers better protection against damage compared to some plastics. Consumers increasingly prioritize eco-friendly options. Glass's recyclability and reusability align well with this trend, allowing e-commerce businesses to project a sustainable image. Reusable glass bottles and containers are a key element in a circular economy, where products are designed for multiple uses and minimal waste. E-commerce platforms can incentivize reuse programs, creating a closed-loop system. Reusable containers eliminate the need for single-use packaging, lowering costs for businesses and reducing overall waste generation. Advancements in glass-forming technology, allow for the production of thinner, lighter glass containers. Advancements can also lead to stronger glass containers, further enhancing their suitability for e-commerce shipping, and creating unique shapes and finishes for glass containers, allowing for better product visibility and brand differentiation on e-commerce platforms.
Asia-Pacific Got Significant Share
Glass Container Market Regional Analysis
Based on regions, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. Asia-Pacific region dominates the glass container market, driven by factors like increased disposable income which leads to increased spending on packaged food and beverages, growing urbanization, and stringent regulations on plastic use which shift towards sustainable alternatives like glass. Standout performer: India, is witnessing a significant boom due to factors like a low per capita consumption of glass containers and government initiatives promoting sustainable packaging. North America is a mature market with slower yet steady growth. Here, the focus is on premiumization where consumers are willing to pay more for high-quality, aesthetically pleasing glass containers, and specialty glass demand for lightweight and innovative glass designs is rising. Europe is a well-established market with a growing emphasis on, sustainability, and local sourcing, a preference for regionally produced glass containers to minimize transportation footprints. The rest of the world, represents a growing market with immense potential, particularly in Latin America and Africa factors like, growing awareness of health and hygiene, rising disposable income, and increasing urbanization are creating new opportunities, and fueling demand.
Latin America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Middle East
North America
Key Features of the Reports
- The glass container market report provides granular level information about the market size, regional market share, historic market (2019-2023), and forecast (2024-2030)
- The report covers in-detail insights about the competitor’s overview, company share analysis, key market developments, and key strategies.
- The report outlines drivers, restraints, unmet needs, and trends that are currently affecting the market.
- The report tracks recent innovations, key developments, and start-up details that are actively working in the market.
- The report provides a plethora of information about market entry strategies, regulatory framework, and reimbursement scenarios.
Glass Container Market Segmentation
By Product Type
By Glass Type
- Borosilicate
- De-Alkalized Soda Lime
- Soda Lime
By End User
- Food & Beverage Packaging
- Cosmetics Packaging
- Healthcare Packaging
- Consumer Application Packaging
- Chemical
- Others
By Geography
- North America
- Europe
- The Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- MEA
Frequently Asked Questions
The glass container market was valued at USD 53,829.1 million in 2023 growing at a CAGR of 6.4%.
• The Rise of E-Commerce • The Push for Reusable Packaging • Advancements in Glass-Forming Technology • Increasingly Concerned About the Environmental
• High Production Costs • Transportation Costs • Fluctuations in the he Raw Material Price
Ardagh Group S.A, Amcor Limited, Consol Glass (Pty) Ltd, Owens-Illinois, Inc., Saverglass Group, BA Glass, Hindusthan National Glass & Industries Limited, Nampak Ltd, Wiegand-Glas, and Vidrala S.A.
Asia-Pacific is the dominant market in the glass container market.
| 1.Executive Summary |
| 2.Global Glass Container Market Introduction |
| 2.1.Global Glass Container Market - Taxonomy |
| 2.2.Global Glass Container Market - Definitions |
| 2.2.1.Product Type |
| 2.2.2.Glass Type |
| 2.2.3.End User |
| 2.2.4.Region |
| 3.Global Glass Container Market Dynamics |
| 3.1. Drivers |
| 3.2. Restraints |
| 3.3. Opportunities/Unmet Needs of the Market |
| 3.4. Trends |
| 3.5. Product Landscape |
| 3.6. New Product Launches |
| 3.7. Impact of COVID 19 on Market |
| 4.Global Glass Container Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 |
| 4.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 4.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) |
| 4.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 5.Global Glass Container Market By Product Type, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 5.1. Glass Jars |
| 5.1.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 5.1.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 5.1.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 5.2. Glass Bottles |
| 5.2.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 5.2.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 5.2.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 5.3. Glass Vials |
| 5.3.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 5.3.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 5.3.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 5.4. Candle Glass Containers |
| 5.4.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 5.4.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 5.4.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 6.Global Glass Container Market By Glass Type, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 6.1. Borosilicate |
| 6.1.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 6.1.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 6.1.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 6.2. De-Alkalized Soda Lime |
| 6.2.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 6.2.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 6.2.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 6.3. Soda Lime |
| 6.3.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 6.3.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 6.3.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 7.Global Glass Container Market By End User, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 7.1. Food & Beverage Packaging |
| 7.1.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 7.1.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 7.1.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 7.2. Cosmetics Packaging |
| 7.2.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 7.2.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 7.2.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 7.3. Healthcare Packaging |
| 7.3.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 7.3.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 7.3.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 7.4. Consumer Application Packaging |
| 7.4.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 7.4.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 7.4.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 7.5. Chemical |
| 7.5.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 7.5.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 7.5.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 7.6. Others |
| 7.6.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 7.6.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 7.6.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 8.Global Glass Container Market By Region, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 8.1. North America |
| 8.1.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 8.1.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 8.1.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 8.2. Europe |
| 8.2.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 8.2.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 8.2.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 8.3. Asia Pacific (APAC) |
| 8.3.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 8.3.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 8.3.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 8.4. Middle East and Africa (MEA) |
| 8.4.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 8.4.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 8.4.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 8.5. Latin America |
| 8.5.1. Market Analysis, 2019 - 2023 and Forecast, 2024 - 2030, (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 8.5.2. Year-Over-Year (Y-o-Y) Growth Analysis (%) and Market Share Analysis (%) |
| 8.5.3. Market Opportunity Analysis |
| 9.North America Glass Container Market ,2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 9.1. Product Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 9.1.1.Glass Jars |
| 9.1.2.Glass Bottles |
| 9.1.3.Glass Vials |
| 9.1.4.Candle Glass Containers |
| 9.2. Glass Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 9.2.1.Borosilicate |
| 9.2.2.De-Alkalized Soda Lime |
| 9.2.3.Soda Lime |
| 9.3. End User Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 9.3.1.Food & Beverage Packaging |
| 9.3.2.Cosmetics Packaging |
| 9.3.3.Healthcare Packaging |
| 9.3.4.Consumer Application Packaging |
| 9.3.5.Chemical |
| 9.3.6.Others |
| 9.4. Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 9.4.1.United States of America (USA) |
| 9.4.2.Canada |
| 10.Europe Glass Container Market ,2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 10.1. Product Type Analysis and Forecast by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 10.1.1.Glass Jars |
| 10.1.2.Glass Bottles |
| 10.1.3.Glass Vials |
| 10.1.4.Candle Glass Containers |
| 10.2. Glass Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 10.2.1.Borosilicate |
| 10.2.2.De-Alkalized Soda Lime |
| 10.2.3.Soda Lime |
| 10.3. End User Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 10.3.1.Food & Beverage Packaging |
| 10.3.2.Cosmetics Packaging |
| 10.3.3.Healthcare Packaging |
| 10.3.4.Consumer Application Packaging |
| 10.3.5.Chemical |
| 10.3.6.Others |
| 10.4. Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 10.4.1.Germany |
| 10.4.2.France |
| 10.4.3.Italy |
| 10.4.4.United Kingdom (UK) |
| 10.4.5.Spain |
| 11.Asia Pacific (APAC) Glass Container Market ,2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 11.1. Product Type Analysis and Forecast by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 11.1.1.Glass Jars |
| 11.1.2.Glass Bottles |
| 11.1.3.Glass Vials |
| 11.1.4.Candle Glass Containers |
| 11.2. Glass Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 11.2.1.Borosilicate |
| 11.2.2.De-Alkalized Soda Lime |
| 11.2.3.Soda Lime |
| 11.3. End User Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 11.3.1.Food & Beverage Packaging |
| 11.3.2.Cosmetics Packaging |
| 11.3.3.Healthcare Packaging |
| 11.3.4.Consumer Application Packaging |
| 11.3.5.Chemical |
| 11.3.6.Others |
| 11.4. Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 11.4.1.China |
| 11.4.2.India |
| 11.4.3.Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) |
| 11.4.4.Japan |
| 11.4.5.Rest of APAC |
| 12.Middle East and Africa (MEA) Glass Container Market ,2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 12.1. Product Type Analysis and Forecast by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 12.1.1.Glass Jars |
| 12.1.2.Glass Bottles |
| 12.1.3.Glass Vials |
| 12.1.4.Candle Glass Containers |
| 12.2. Glass Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 12.2.1.Borosilicate |
| 12.2.2.De-Alkalized Soda Lime |
| 12.2.3.Soda Lime |
| 12.3. End User Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 12.3.1.Food & Beverage Packaging |
| 12.3.2.Cosmetics Packaging |
| 12.3.3.Healthcare Packaging |
| 12.3.4.Consumer Application Packaging |
| 12.3.5.Chemical |
| 12.3.6.Others |
| 12.4. Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 12.4.1.GCC Countries |
| 12.4.2.South Africa |
| 12.4.3.Rest of MEA |
| 13.Latin America Glass Container Market ,2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 (Sales Value USD Million) |
| 13.1. Product Type Analysis and Forecast by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 13.1.1.Glass Jars |
| 13.1.2.Glass Bottles |
| 13.1.3.Glass Vials |
| 13.1.4.Candle Glass Containers |
| 13.2. Glass Type Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 13.2.1.Borosilicate |
| 13.2.2.De-Alkalized Soda Lime |
| 13.2.3.Soda Lime |
| 13.3. End User Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 13.3.1.Food & Beverage Packaging |
| 13.3.2.Cosmetics Packaging |
| 13.3.3.Healthcare Packaging |
| 13.3.4.Consumer Application Packaging |
| 13.3.5.Chemical |
| 13.3.6.Others |
| 13.4. Country Analysis 2019 - 2023 and Forecast 2024 - 2030 by Sales Value USD Million, Y-o-Y Growth (%), and Market Share (%) |
| 13.4.1.Brazil |
| 13.4.2.Mexico |
| 13.4.3.Rest of LA |
| 14. Competition Landscape |
| 14.1. Market Player Profiles (Introduction, Brand/Product Sales, Financial Analysis, Product Offerings, Key Developments, Collaborations, M & A, Strategies, and SWOT Analysis) |
| 14.2.1.Ardagh Group S.A |
| 14.2.2.Amcor Limited |
| 14.2.3.Consol Glass (Pty) Ltd |
| 14.2.4.Owens-Illinois, Inc. |
| 14.2.5.Saverglass Group |
| 14.2.6.BA Glass |
| 14.2.7.Hindusthan National Glass & Industries Limited |
| 14.2.8.Nampak Ltd |
| 14.2.9.Wiegand-Glas |
| 14.2.10.Vidrala S.A. |
| 15. Research Methodology |
| 16. Appendix and Abbreviations |
- Ardagh Group S.A
- Amcor Limited
- Consol Glass (Pty) Ltd
- Owens-Illinois, Inc.
- Saverglass Group
- BA Glass
- Hindusthan National Glass & Industries Limited
- Nampak Ltd
- Wiegand-Glas
- Vidrala S.A.