Global Glass Packaging Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Global Glass Packaging Market Size

The global glass packaging market attained a value of approximately USD 68.49 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.4% during 2024-2032 to reach a value of USD 100.86 billion by 2032.

Glass Packaging Market Outlook

• In 2018, 31.3% of glass food and beverage packaging containers were recycled in the U.S. In some states like California, glass bottle recycling reached over 80%.

• As per industry reports, 4.6 million tonnes of container glass were sold in 2022, a 4.3% increase over the previous year. This has positively impacted the market.

• Glass packaging is popular due to its safety, inertness, and 100% recyclability. Recycling glass saves on raw materials, energy use, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 25-30%.

• In the pharmaceutical industry, glass is the material of choice for vials and bottles due to its strength, transparency and ability to undergo sterilisation.

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Glass Packaging Market Growth

Glass packaging refers to the usage of packaging materials that are made of different types of glass. As glass is produced from sustainable natural raw materials, people often prefer glass packaging. Glass packaging is also ideal for preserving the flavour profiles and nutrition of foods and beverages. Being anti-corrosive, glass packaging is also ideal for many pharmaceutical products.

Rapidly rising consumerism and increasing disposable incomes are resulting in a surge in demand for mass produced packaged goods, and with the heightening focus on sustainability, the demand for glass packaging is surging. Improvements in production and product capabilities are key factors driving the glass packaging market expansion. With new production processes, glass packaging can be moulded into new forms for creative packaging and imbued with specialised features depending upon the application. Techniques such as embossing and shaping, are being used for glass packaging of all sizes, helping manufacturers with branding while also maintaining the freshness of contents. Increasing use of recycled glass to manufacture glass packaging is anticipated to provide further impetus to the market in the coming years.

Key Trends and Developments

Increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging, rising consumption of alcohol, and advancements in glass packaging technologies are factors influencing the glass packaging market development

June 2024

Berlin Packaging sold over 12,000 metric tons of recycled plastic and glass in 2023, including 10,700 tons of PCR glass, as part of its sustainability strategy, which aims to offer fully recyclable products, reduce CO2 emissions by 25% by 2030.

June 2024

Australian rigid packaging provider Plasdene Glass-Pak has acquired Vinkem Packaging, a secondary packaging supplier predominantly servicing the Australian wine industry. The acquisition will enhance Plasdene's performance by delivering increased depth of range and products to its clients.

June 2024

Coca-Cola is bringing back the original taste of Coke in its classic 300ml returnable glass bottle in Ghana, which is in line with Coca-Cola's "World Without Waste" initiative to increase the use of refillable and returnable packaging and decrease plastic waste.

June 2024

Estal, a leading Spanish glass packaging manufacturer, has strengthened its presence in the UK market by expanding its Wild Glass Collection of 100% recycled glass bottles and adding new product warehouses.

Increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions

Glass is 100% recyclable and does not contain harmful chemicals. Beverage brands like Coca-Cola and Pepsi are using glass bottles to reduce their environmental impact. By 2030, Coca-Cola aims to have at least 25% of its beverages worldwide sold in refillable/returnable glass bottles, which can reduce plastic waste.

Premiumisation and branding

Glass packaging is associated with premium and high-quality products. Moreover, ability of glass to be customised and shaped in different designs allow luxury cosmetic and speciality food brands to use such packaging to convey a sense of exclusivity.

Technological advancements

Advancements such as lightweight glass materials, artistic finishes and embossing, improved recycling processes, specialised glass compositions, smart technologies, and antimicrobial coatings of glass packaging makes it more cost-effective, versatile, eco-friendly, and appealing.

Glass Packaging Market Trends

The market is also being aided by the growing alcohol consumption in emerging economies. In developed markets, rising premiumisation of alcoholic beverages and the growing consumption of innovative alcoholic beverages like craft beer is projected to aid the glass packaging market growth. Furthermore, the expanding pharmaceutical industries in the Asia Pacific, North America, and the Middle East are further supporting market’s expansion as glass packaging is extensively used in the pharmaceutical industry due to its ability to keep the products sterilised and contamination-free.

The rising personal care industry is also propelling the market growth. The growing branded generics segment is further catalysing the market. With major market players optimising and investing in making their manufacturing process more sustainable and cost-efficient, the market for glass packaging is expected to witness a high CAGR in the coming years.

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Glass Packaging Industry Segmentation

The EMR’s report titled “Glass Packaging Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Application

• Alcoholic Beverage

• Food and Beverage

• Pharmaceuticals

• Household and Personal Care

• Others

Market Breakup by Glass Type

• Borosilicate Glass

• De-Alkalized Soda Lime Glass

• Soda Lime Glass

Market Breakup by Product

• Bottles

• Jars

• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• North America

• Europe 

• Asia Pacific 

• Latin America 

• Middle East and Africa

Glass Packaging Market Share

Soda lime glasses dominates the market due to its widespread use and cost-effectiveness, while borosilicate glass segment is expected to grow at the fastest rate

Soda lime glass is the most common type of glass used for packaging. It is relatively inexpensive to produce and has good clarity and strength. The soda lime glass segment dominates the market, driven by the widespread use of soda lime glass in a variety of end-use industries.

Borosilicate glass, on the other hand, is a type of glass that is highly resistant to thermal shock, chemicals, and corrosion. It is commonly used for laboratory glassware, pharmaceutical packaging, and high-end cookware. As per glass packaging market analysis, the borosilicate glass segment is expected to grow due to its superior properties and increasing demand from the pharmaceutical and laboratory industries.

De-alkalized soda lime glass is a type of glass that has a lower alkali content compared to standard soda lime glass. This makes it more resistant to chemical attack and corrosion. The de-alkalised soda lime glass segment is anticipated to grow due to the increasing demand for more durable and chemically resistant glass packaging, especially in the food and beverage industries.

Alcoholic beverages dominate the market, followed by the food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and household and personal care applications

The alcoholic beverage segment dominates glass packaging market share, accounting for the largest market share. This is driven by the growing consumption of alcoholic drinks, especially wine and beer, and the preference for glass packaging due to its ability to preserve the taste and aroma of the contents.

The food and beverage segment is the second-largest end-use industry for the market. Glass is widely used for packaging various food and non-alcoholic beverage products due to its inert nature, ability to maintain freshness, and high recyclability.

The pharmaceutical segment is also a key contributor to the market’s growth as glass is extensively used for packaging medicines, vaccines, and other healthcare products due to its superior barrier properties, chemical resistance, and ability to maintain product integrity.

Leading Manufacturers in the Glass Packaging Market

Market players are catering to the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions from consumers and regulatory bodies

Ardagh Group S.A. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Luxembourg, Europe. It is a global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable, metal and glass packaging for brand owners around the world. The company operates 62 metal and glass production facilities in 16 countries.

Koa Glass Co., Ltd. is another Japanese glass manufacturer founded in 1937, headquartered in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The company specialises in the production of glass containers for food, beverages, and cosmetics.

Couronne Co., Inc., based in Texas, United States, manufactures glass bottles, containers, and vases for home decor, events, gardens, and gifts. Founded in 1993, the company has a focus on eco-friendly glass designs, offering products ranging from 0% to 100% recycled glass.

Nihon Yamamura Glass Co. Ltd. is a Japanese glass manufacturer founded in 1923, headquartered in Osaka, Japan. The company produces a wide range of glass products including bottles, jars, and tableware.

Other key players in the global glass packaging market include PGP Glass Private Limited, The Dow Chemical Company, O-I Glass, Inc, Toyo Seikan Group Holdings Ltd, Gerresheimer AG, HEINZ-GLAS GmbH & Co. KGaA, Wiegand-Glas Holding GmbH, and Verallia Packaging, among others.

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Glass Packaging Market Analysis by Region

Asia Pacific leads the market due to its robust food and beverage and pharmaceutical industries

Asia Pacific is expected to be a significant market for glass packaging in the coming years, driven by the rising food and beverage industry and the growing alcohol consumption in the region. India and China are especially expected to drive the growth of the market aided by the robustly growing population of people who consume alcohol. Such emerging economies are expected to offset the maturing acholic beverage market in the West. The growth of the pharmaceutical industry in the Asia Pacific is also providing a healthy glass packaging market outlook due to the emergence of branded generic drugs in the region, particularly in India.

The growing shift from plastic to glass packaging, rising investments in technological advancements, and the growing focus on making the manufacturing process of glass packaging more sustainable are factors catalysing the market for glass packaging in Europe. Increasing industrialisation, particularly in countries like France and Germany, is expected to further drive the Europe glass packaging market. While Germany, France, and Italy are the major production hubs in the market, Eastern European countries like Poland and Turkey are expected to witness a significant growth in the coming years due to the rising beverage consumption and the growing trade opportunities with neighbouring countries.

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