Bottled Water Market

Detailed market report on the bottled water market, featuring industry analysis, size, and growth insights from 2024 to 2029.

The Global Bottled Water Market Report is Segmented by Type (Still Water, Sparkling Water, and Functional/Flavored Water), Distribution Channel (Off-Trade and On-Trade), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle-East and Africa). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecast in Value Terms in USD for all the Above Segments.

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Bottled Water Market Size

Bottled Water Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2029
Market Size (2024) USD 274 Billion
Market Size (2029) USD 380.5 Billion
CAGR (2024 - 2029) 6.79 %
Fastest Growing Market South America
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Bottled Water Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Bottled Water Market Analysis

The Bottled Water Market size is estimated at USD 274 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 380.5 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.79% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

People nowadays have become more conscious of the potential risks of contaminated tap water. According to WHO, in 2022, at least 1.7 billion people globally used drinking water sources contaminated with feces. Therefore, consumers are drawn to bottled water due to the easy portability, convenience, and safety assurance of packaged drinking water. Furthermore, due to the increasing tourism at the global level, food service channels, such as hotels and restaurants, offer quality service to their tourists. These channels contribute to the high share of sales in the bottled water category, primarily from the still-bottled water segment. For instance, according to the Ministry of Tourism and the Bureau of Immigration of India, the number of foreign tourist arrivals in India increased from 2.74 million in 2020 to 6.19 million in 2022. Hence, the number of drinking water bottles produced by Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited increased to 357.7 million in FY2023 from 275 million in FY2020. Moreover, companies are adopting various strategies to market their products, such as sponsorships and advertising. For instance, in January 2022, Danane SA launched its new bottled sparkling water through its brand Evian in the United Kingdom. The company promoted the product through various advertisement campaigns across social media platforms and televisions to penetrate the market.

Bottled Water Market Trends

Consumer Preference Of Pure And Healthy Hydration

Contaminated water can harm health, including causing gastrointestinal illness, reproductive problems, and neurological disorders. Infants, young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to get sick from some contaminants. According to WHO, some 1 million people are estimated to die each year from diarrhea as a result of unsafe drinking water, sanitation, and hand hygiene. As a result, people prefer commercially bottled water for various reasons, including taste, convenience, as a substitute for other beverages, or perceived health benefits. Besides this, players are launching functional bottled water enriched with vitamins to cater to the demands of health-conscious consumers. For instance, in March 2024, Essentia Water launched the flavored functional water Essentia Hydroboost, which contains hydrolates, a blend of B-complex vitamins, and 400mg of electrolytes.

Bottled Water Market: Sales volume of bottled water, the United States, 2020 to 2022 (in billion gallons)

North America Dominates the Market

The United States represents the biggest market for bottled water in North America due to the rising number of health-conscious consumers in the country. Another significant factor is the increasing awareness among consumers of potential health risks of contaminated drinking water. According to a study by the US Geological Survey in July 2023, nearly half of the tap water in the United States is contaminated with ‘forever chemicals’ like per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS), considered dangerous to human health. The study found that the highest concentrations of PFAS in drinking water were in the Great Plains, the Great Lakes, the Eastern Seaboard, and Central/Southern California. Therefore, people spend more on bottled water for its perceived health benefits. According to a 2022 study by the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA), the consumption of bottled water among American adults is rising. Drinkers find many factors important while consuming bottled water, like taste (96%), quality (96%), and safety (90%). Recycled or sustainable packaging is another essential factor that guides their consumption, with nearly 72% of Americans saying they are more likely to buy bottled water from brands that use recycled content in their packaging. Moreover, players focus on introducing eco-friendly packaging, such as recycled materials and biodegradable containers, to address growing concerns about plastic waste and gain an opportunity to attract environmentally conscious consumers.

Bottled Water Market: Market Size (%), By Geography, Global, 2023

Bottled Water Industry Overview

The bottled water market is highly competitive, with different regional and global players dominating the market. Prominent players in the market include The Coca-Cola Company, PepsiCo Inc., Danone SA, Nestle SA, and China Resources Holding Ltd. Global players in the market are adopting several strategies, including mergers & acquisitions, collaborations, product launches, to capture a significant market share and expand their customer base across the globe. On the other hand, regional companies are marketing their products with strategies such as sponsorship and substantial investment in advertisements.

Bottled Water Market Leaders

  1. Danone S.A.

  2. PepsiCo Inc.

  3. The Coca-Cola Company

  4. Nestle SA

  5. China Resources Holding Ltd

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

Bottled Water Market Concentration
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Bottled Water Market News

  • April 2024: Smartwater launched designed aluminum cans for its alkaline and sparkling waters. The cans are available in supermarket aisles in the United States. 
  • February 2024: The Topo Chico brand launched a range of sparkling mineral water flavors, such as Tonic Water, Ginger Beer, and Club Soda. The products can be used as mixers in cocktails.
  • February 2024: Nongfu Spring invested CNY 5 billion (approx. USD 703 million) into a new factory in Jiande City, Zhejiang Province. The project was implemented in two phases and multiple stages and was expected to be completed within five years. The company plans to cover production, processing, and manufacturing to create a comprehensive industrial base for drinking water and beverage products.

Bottled Water Market Report - Table of Contents

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    1. 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition

    2. 1.2 Scope of the Study

  2. 2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

  3. 3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

  4. 4. MARKET DYNAMICS

    1. 4.1 Market Drivers

      1. 4.1.1 Consumer Preference Of Pure And Healthy Hydration

      2. 4.1.2 Advertisements And Promotional Campaigns Supporting Demand

    2. 4.2 Market Restraints

      1. 4.2.1 Presence Of Inferior Quality Products And Nanoplastics In Bottled Water

    3. 4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis

      1. 4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants

      2. 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers

      3. 4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers

      4. 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products

      5. 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

  5. 5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

    1. 5.1 By Type

      1. 5.1.1 Still Water

      2. 5.1.2 Sparkling Water

      3. 5.1.3 Functional/Flavored Water

    2. 5.2 By Distribution Channel

      1. 5.2.1 On-trade

      2. 5.2.2 Off-trade

        1. 5.2.2.1 Supermarkets/Hypermarkets

        2. 5.2.2.2 Convenience/Grocery Stores

        3. 5.2.2.3 Home and Office Delivery

        4. 5.2.2.4 Online Retail Stores

        5. 5.2.2.5 Other Off-trade Channels

    3. 5.3 By Geography

      1. 5.3.1 North America

        1. 5.3.1.1 United States

        2. 5.3.1.2 Canada

        3. 5.3.1.3 Mexico

        4. 5.3.1.4 Rest of North America

      2. 5.3.2 Europe

        1. 5.3.2.1 Spain

        2. 5.3.2.2 United Kingdom

        3. 5.3.2.3 Germany

        4. 5.3.2.4 France

        5. 5.3.2.5 Italy

        6. 5.3.2.6 Russia

        7. 5.3.2.7 Rest of Europe

      3. 5.3.3 Asia-Pacific

        1. 5.3.3.1 China

        2. 5.3.3.2 Japan

        3. 5.3.3.3 India

        4. 5.3.3.4 Australia

        5. 5.3.3.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific

      4. 5.3.4 South America

        1. 5.3.4.1 Brazil

        2. 5.3.4.2 Argentina

        3. 5.3.4.3 Rest of South America

      5. 5.3.5 Middle-East and Africa

        1. 5.3.5.1 South Africa

        2. 5.3.5.2 Saudi Arabia

        3. 5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle-East and Africa

  6. 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

    1. 6.1 Most Adopted Strategies

    2. 6.2 Market Share Analysis

    3. 6.3 Company Profiles

      1. 6.3.1 Danone SA

      2. 6.3.2 The Coca-Cola Company

      3. 6.3.3 PepsiCo Inc.

      4. 6.3.4 Nestle SA

      5. 6.3.5 Suntory Holdings Ltd

      6. 6.3.6 Parle Agro Pvt. Ltd

      7. 6.3.7 Alma Group

      8. 6.3.8 BlueTriton Brands Inc.

      9. 6.3.9 Shenzhen Ganten Industry Co. Ltd (Ganten)

      10. 6.3.10 Yangshengtang Co. Ltd (Nongfu Spring)

    4. *List Not Exhaustive
  7. 7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Bottled Water Industry Segmentation

Bottled water refers to drinking water packaged in glass or plastic bottles. Some bottled water is carbonated, while others are not. The scope of the report includes carbonated bottled water, still bottled water, and flavored/functional bottled water.

The global bottled water market is segmented by type, distribution channel, and geography. Based on type, the market is segmented into still water, sparkling water, and functional/flavored water. Based on distribution channel, the market is segmented into on-trade and off-trade distribution channels. The off-trade distribution channel is further sub-segmented into supermarkets/hypermarkets, convenience/grocery stores, home and office delivery (HOD), online retail stores, and other distribution channels. The study also covers a global level analysis for the major regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle-East and Africa. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (in USD).

By Type
Still Water
Sparkling Water
Functional/Flavored Water
By Distribution Channel
On-trade
Off-trade
Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
Convenience/Grocery Stores
Home and Office Delivery
Online Retail Stores
Other Off-trade Channels
By Geography
North America
United States
Canada
Mexico
Rest of North America
Europe
Spain
United Kingdom
Germany
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of South America
Middle-East and Africa
South Africa
Saudi Arabia
Rest of Middle-East and Africa
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Bottled Water Market Research FAQs

The Bottled Water Market size is expected to reach USD 274 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 6.79% to reach USD 380.5 billion by 2029.

In 2024, the Bottled Water Market size is expected to reach USD 274 billion.

Danone S.A., PepsiCo Inc., The Coca-Cola Company, Nestle SA and China Resources Holding Ltd are the major companies operating in the Bottled Water Market.

South America is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).

In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Bottled Water Market.

In 2023, the Bottled Water Market size was estimated at USD 255.40 billion. The report covers the Bottled Water Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Bottled Water Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.

The key factors driving the Bottled Water Market are a) Increasing focus on fitness and hydration further encourages bottled water consumption b) Concerns about tap water quality or access in some regions further drive consumption

The key factors driving the Bottled Water Market are a) Increasing focus on fitness and hydration further encourages bottled water consumption b) Concerns about tap water quality or access in some regions further drive consumption

Bottled Water Industry Report

The Global Bottled Water Market Report is segmented by type, distribution channel, and geography. The market is experiencing significant growth due to heightened health awareness, concerns over waterborne diseases, and the scarcity of clean drinking water. The bottled water market includes still water, sparkling water, and functional/flavored water. The demand is increasingly leaning towards healthier alternatives to sugary beverages. PET bottles lead the packaging segment due to their cost-effectiveness, complemented by a shift towards eco-friendly solutions. Distribution is mainly through off-trade channels like supermarkets, with a notable preference for functional water in North America.

The competitive landscape is marked by innovation in products, packaging, and marketing to cater to health-conscious consumers. The market share is influenced by these factors, driving the market size and industry revenue. The industry analysis shows a positive growth rate, with industry statistics indicating a robust market forecast. The market analysis highlights the importance of market segmentation and market leaders in shaping the industry trends.

Industry reports and industry research provide detailed insights into the market structure and industry growth. The market data suggests a promising market outlook and market overview, with market predictions indicating continued market value. Industry sales are expected to rise, supported by comprehensive industry information and industry outlook.

The market review shows that the industry size is expanding, driven by market growth and the efforts of research companies. The report example and report PDF offer valuable information on the industry's progress. The market trends are favorable, with the industry profile showing a strong market cap and a positive price trend. The market report underscores the importance of market segmentation in understanding the global industry and market trends.

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Bottled Water Market Size - Industry Report on Share, Growth Trends & Forecasts Analysis (2024 - 2029)