Global Container Glass Market Segmented By Glass Type (Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4), By Container Type (Bottles, Jars, Vials & Ampoules, Tableware, Decorative Containers), By Forming Process (Blow & Blow Forming, Press & Blow Forming), By End-user Industry (Packaging (Food Packaging, Beverage Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetic & Perfumery, Others), Non-packaging), By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2021-2031F

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 71.65 Billion
CAGR (2026-2031)	5.53%
Fastest Growing Segment	Pharmaceutical
Largest Market	Asia Pacific
Market Size (2031)	USD 98.96 Billion

Market Overview

The Global Container Glass market will grow from USD 71.65 Billion in 2025 to USD 98.96 Billion by 2031 at a 5.53% CAGR. Container glass comprises rigid packaging products such as bottles, jars, and vials formulated from silica sand, soda ash, and limestone intended for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. The fundamental driver supporting market growth is the chemical inertness of the material which ensures product preservation and safety without altering taste or composition. Furthermore, the inherent recyclability of glass aligns with global environmental regulations and consumer preferences for sustainable packaging solutions. According to the European Container Glass Federation, in 2024, total sales of food and beverage glass containers by its members reached 21 million tonnes, representing a 1 percent increase in tonnage from the prior year.

The market faces a significant challenge regarding the high energy intensity required for the glass melting process which necessitates consistent and substantial power usage. This heavy reliance on energy exposes manufacturers to volatile fuel prices and stringent decarbonization mandates that can elevate operational costs and affect price competitiveness against lighter packaging alternatives.

Key Market Drivers

Escalating Global Consumption of Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages serves as a primary catalyst for the container glass market, particularly within the premium spirits, wine, and beer sectors. Manufacturers heavily rely on glass for its ability to preserve flavor integrity and convey a high-quality brand image, which is essential as consumer preferences shift toward sophisticated, shelf-stable products. This enduring demand for rigid packaging creates substantial revenue streams for major producers who are optimizing their portfolios to meet these volume requirements. For instance, according to Verallia, February 2024, in the '2023 Annual Results' press release, the company recorded revenue of €3,904 million, representing a 16.5 percent increase compared to the prior year, highlighting the robust financial performance driven by this sector.

Rising Demand for Sustainable and Infinitely Recyclable Packaging Solutions is simultaneously reshaping industry standards as regulatory bodies and consumers increasingly reject single-use plastics in favor of circular economy models. Glass is uniquely positioned as a permanent material that can be recycled endlessly without loss of quality, prompting significant collection and reprocessing efforts across major regions to lower carbon footprints. According to Close the Glass Loop, June 2024, in the press release 'The EU's glass value chain sustains a steady 80.2% glass packaging collection rate', the average collection rate for recycling glass packaging in the European Union remained stable at 80.2 percent in 2022. To support this ongoing production scale and environmental transition, major global players continue to maintain high fiscal outputs; according to O-I Glass, Inc., February 2024, in the 'Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2023 Results', the company reported full-year net sales of $7.1 billion, underscoring the enduring market valuation of glass packaging.

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Key Market Challenges

The high energy intensity required for glass production acts as a substantial restraint on the global market. Manufacturers must maintain furnaces at extreme temperatures to melt raw materials, a process that demands a continuous and immense supply of power. This heavy dependence on energy exposes the industry to volatile fuel prices and the financial burden of complying with strict decarbonization mandates, which significantly inflate operational costs. As production expenses rise, glass manufacturers are often compelled to increase prices, thereby reducing their competitiveness against lighter and less energy-intensive packaging options such as plastics and aluminum.

This economic strain forces the industry to grapple with reduced margins and contracting revenue streams in key manufacturing hubs. The financial impact of these operational pressures is evident in recent industry performance data. According to 'Bundesverband Glasindustrie e.V.', in '2025', the German glass industry reported a turnover decline of 8.3 percent to EUR 11.26 billion in 2024. Such financial downturns underscore the direct impact of escalating energy-related costs, which limit the ability of manufacturers to offer competitively priced solutions, ultimately hampering the overall growth trajectory of the container glass market.

Key Market Trends

The implementation of hydrogen and hybrid-electric melting furnaces represents a critical shift toward decarbonizing the energy-intensive glass production process. Manufacturers are replacing conventional gas-fired kilns with hybrid technologies that utilize renewable electricity and hydrogen, significantly lowering direct carbon emissions while maintaining high thermal efficiency. This technological advancement allows producers to meet stringent environmental targets and mitigate the impact of volatile fuel prices by diversifying energy sources. According to Ardagh Glass Packaging, June 2024, in the 'Ardagh Glass Packaging achieves 64% CO2 reduction producing bottles from NextGen Furnace' press release, the company reported that bottles produced from its new hybrid NextGen Furnace achieved a consistent 64 percent reduction in CO2 emissions compared to standard furnaces.

The adoption of lightweight glass container technologies is enabling producers to minimize raw material usage and optimize supply chain logistics. By leveraging advanced forming algorithms and strengthening treatments, manufacturers can significantly reduce container wall thickness without compromising structural integrity or premium aesthetic appeal. This reduction in weight directly translates to lower fuel consumption during transportation and decreased resource extraction requirements, effectively improving the overall environmental footprint of the packaging. According to Verallia, October 2024, in the 'Verallia expands its AIR range with the introduction of seven ultralight jars' press release, the company achieved weight reductions of between 10 percent and 27 percent for its new range of food jars compared to standard models.

Segmental Insights

Market analysis identifies the Pharmaceutical sector as the fastest-growing segment within the Global Container Glass market. This surge is primarily driven by the rising prevalence of chronic diseases and the rapid expansion of the generic medicine industry, particularly for injectable treatments. Glass remains the preferred material for storing sensitive biologics and vaccines due to its chemical inertness and ability to maintain drug stability. Furthermore, stringent guidelines from regulatory bodies like the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regarding packaging sterility compel manufacturers to prioritize high-quality glass vials and ampoules, ensuring patient safety and product integrity.

Regional Insights

Based on insights from leading market research, Asia Pacific dominates the global container glass market, driven by robust manufacturing sectors in China and India. Rapid urbanization and increasing disposable incomes have fueled substantial demand for packaged foods, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals, all of which rely on glass for safety and product preservation. Additionally, shifting regulatory frameworks that favor sustainable packaging have encouraged industries to transition from single-use plastics to recyclable glass. This alignment of industrial capacity, expanding consumer markets, and environmental compliance ensures the region maintains its leadership in the global glass packaging landscape.

Recent Developments

• In November 2024, Vetropack completed the comprehensive reconstruction of a glass melting furnace at its manufacturing plant in Straža, Croatia. This modernization project, representing an investment of €60 million, involved the installation of state-of-the-art melting technology and servo-driven forming machines to enhance production efficiency. The upgrade significantly increased the facility's daily output capacity for flint glass containers while simultaneously reducing specific energy consumption and carbon emissions. This strategic development was executed to secure the plant's long-term competitiveness and align its production capabilities with the growing demand for sustainable glass packaging in the regional market.
• In September 2024, Verallia inaugurated its first 100% electric furnace at the Cognac facility in France, marking a significant technological breakthrough in the global container glass market. This innovative furnace, developed through a strategic partnership with an industrial engineering group, reduced CO2 emissions by 60% compared to conventional gas-fired equivalents. The project, which involved an investment of €57 million, was designed to produce flint and extra-flint glass bottles, specifically catering to the premium spirits sector. This development underscored the company's commitment to decarbonizing its operations and advancing sustainable manufacturing practices within the industry.
• In June 2024, Ardagh Glass Packaging released breakthrough performance data regarding its NextGen Furnace, confirming that the facility had achieved a consistent 64% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. The hybrid furnace, which operates primarily on renewable electricity and utilizes a high percentage of recycled glass cullet, successfully demonstrated its ability to produce commercial-scale amber glass bottles. This research validation provided critical evidence that hybrid electric melting technology could be effectively deployed to lower the carbon footprint of container glass production. The company highlighted that these results would drive future decarbonization strategies across its global manufacturing network.
• In April 2024, O-I Glass announced a commercial collaboration with F.X. Matt and Right Coast Spirits to launch a new ready-to-drink beverage line using the proprietary Drinktainer™ format. This partnership facilitated the first market appearance of a spirits-based product in the specialized wide-mouth glass vessel, leveraging a dedicated filling line established to support the innovation. The initiative demonstrated the company's capacity to provide integrated packaging solutions, combining unique glass design with contract packing services to streamline market entry for beverage brands. The launch aimed to differentiate the product on retail shelves and offer consumers a premium drinking experience directly from the glass.

Key Market Players

• Hindustan National Glass & Industries Ltd
• Nampak Ltd
• Amcor Ltd
• Toyo Glass Co. Ltd
• Consol Glass
• AGI Glaspac
• Saverglass Group
• Ardagh Packaging Group PLC
• Owens-Illinois Inc.
• Vidrala SA

By Glass Type	By Container Type	By Forming Process	By End-user Industry	By Region
Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 4	Bottles Jars Vials & Ampoules Tableware Decorative Containers	Blow & Blow Forming Press & Blow Forming	Packaging (Food Packaging, Beverage Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetic & Perfumery, Others) Non-packaging	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Container Glass market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• Container Glass market, By Glass Type:

• Type 1
• Type 2
• Type 3
• Type 4

• Container Glass market, By Container Type:

• Bottles
• Jars
• Vials & Ampoules
• Tableware
• Decorative Containers

• Container Glass market, By Forming Process:

• Blow & Blow Forming
• Press & Blow Forming

• Container Glass market, By End-user Industry:

• Packaging (Food Packaging, Beverage Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetic & Perfumery, Others)
• Non-packaging

• Container Glass market, By Region:

• North America
• United States
• Canada
• Mexico
• Europe
• France
• United Kingdom
• Italy
• Germany
• Spain
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Colombia
• Middle East & Africa
• South Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE