Latin America Glass Bottles And Containers Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Latin America Container Glass Market Report is Segmented by End-User Industry ((Beverages (Alcoholic Beverages (Wines and Spirits, Beer and Cider) and Non-Alcoholic Beverages (Carbonated Drinks, Water, Dairy-Based, and Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages)), Food, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, and Other End-User Industries). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Volume (Tonnes) for all the Above Segments.

Latin America Glass Bottles And Containers Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Latin America Glass Bottles & Containers Market Size

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LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Volume (2025) 10.61 Million tons
Market Volume (2030) 12.83 Million tons
CAGR 3.86 %
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Latin America Glass Bottles And Containers Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Latin America Glass Bottles & Containers Market Analysis

The LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market size in terms of shipment volume is expected to grow from 10.61 million tons in 2025 to 12.83 million tons by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.86% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

Latin America's Container Glass market is experiencing robust growth, driven by the region's expanding middle class. This trend is poised to attract increased investments from end-user industries, further bolstering the market's expansion during the forecast period.

  • In Latin America, a region with several rapidly developing nations, the rising demand for eco-friendly and sustainable packaging solutions is a key growth driver. Glass packaging, being recyclable, reusable, and environmentally friendly, has gained favour among consumers and manufacturers.
  • The beverage industry's rising demand is propelling the market forward. Data from Argentina's Secretary of Integral Policy on Drugs highlights that the country leads in per capita alcohol consumption. Brazil mirrors this trend with its high alcohol consumption rates. Additionally, the increasing popularity of non-alcoholic beverages like milk and juices further broadens the region's market for glass bottles and containers.
  • Innovations like lightweight glass and efficient recycling methods are energizing the market. Advanced production techniques, especially the introduction of thin-walled and lightweight glass containers, have streamlined manufacturing processes. Notably, the Narrow Neck Press and Blow process has played a pivotal role in reducing the weight of glass bottles produced in Latin America.
  • Various end-user industries, including pharmaceuticals, are rising in the region. Brazil's rapidly expanding pharmaceutical sector stands out as a significant growth driver. Over the last ten years, Brazil has solidified its position as a critical supplier to other emerging South American markets. With the pharmaceutical industry's production capacity on the rise, the demand for glass packaging also exists.
  • However, the market faces challenges from competing substitute products. As consumer preferences shift towards more convenient handling solutions, there's a growing demand for flexible packaging options. Moreover, advancements in plastic packaging solutions present a notable challenge to the glass packaging sector.

Latin America Glass Bottles & Containers Industry Overview

Glass is preferred for product packaging due to its ability to minimize contamination risks and protect contents from damage. As a rigid packaging solution, glass encompasses diverse densities, sizes, and shapes to safeguard its contents. The market offers various forms of container glass, prominently featuring bottles. In Latin America, the glass market is witnessing accelerated growth, driven by rising consumer acceptance of glass as a trusted packaging choice, prioritizing health, taste, and environmental safety.

The Latin American container glass market is fragmented. Regional players and international vendors compete for market share by attracting customers with prices and significant competitive strategies, leading to moderate market competition. Key players are Vitro, S.A.B. de CV, Owens-illinois Inc., Wheaton Brasil Group, Orora Limited, and others.

Latin America Glass Bottles & Containers Market Leaders

  1. Vitro, S.A.B. de CV

  2. Wheaton Brasil Group

  3. Orora Limited

  4. Saverglass SAS

  5. Owens-illinois Inc.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Latin America Glass Bottles & Containers Market News

  • November 2024: During an event co-hosted with the Government of Pernambuco, the Heineken Group unveiled its inaugural glass recycling centre in Brazil, collaborating with Ambipar. Situated in Jaboatão dos Guararapes, the facility is set to process thousands of tons of glass each year. This move enhances Pernambuco's appeal for new investments, particularly sustainability.
  • April 2024: O-I Glass, Inc. has recently transformed its manufacturing site in Zipaquira, Colombia, investing around USD 120 million. This upgrade enhances the plant's sustainability, flexibility, and productivity, aligning with O-I's sustainability strategy and ongoing capital spending plans. They have installed a new furnace utilizing advanced oxy/fuel combustion and waste heat recovery technology. These upgrades boost O-I's ability to cater to critical customers and emerging food and beverage industry segments. The enhancements also elevate energy efficiency, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 15% per ton on the new furnace.

LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 PESTEL ANALYSIS - Container Glass Industry in Latin America
  • 4.3 Industry Standards and Regulations for Container Glass for Packaging
  • 4.4 Raw Material Analysis & Material Considerations for Packaging
  • 4.5 Sustainability Trends for Packaging
  • 4.6 Container Glass Furnace Capacity and Location in Latin America

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Growing Demand from Beverage Industry
    • 5.1.2 Recent Innovations Such as Lightweight and Effective Recycling
  • 5.2 Market Restraint
    • 5.2.1 High Competition From Substitute Products
  • 5.3 Analysis of the Current Positioning of Latin America in the Latin America Container Glass Market
  • 5.4 Trade Scenario - Analysis of the Historical and Current Export-Import Paradigm for the Container Glass Industry in Latin America

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By End-user Industry
    • 6.1.1 Beverage
    • 6.1.1.1 Alcoholic Beverages
    • 6.1.1.1.1 Wines and Spirits
    • 6.1.1.1.2 Beer and Cider
    • 6.1.1.2 Non-Alcoholic Beverages
    • 6.1.1.2.1 Carbonated Drinks
    • 6.1.1.2.2 Water
    • 6.1.1.2.3 Dairy-Based
    • 6.1.1.2.4 Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages
    • 6.1.2 Food
    • 6.1.3 Cosmetics
    • 6.1.4 Pharmaceuticals
    • 6.1.5 Other End user verticals
  • 6.2 By Country***
    • 6.2.1 Brazil
    • 6.2.2 Mexico
    • 6.2.3 Argentina

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Vitro, S.A.B. de CV
    • 7.1.2 Wheaton Brasil Group
    • 7.1.3 Orora Limited
    • 7.1.4 Saverglass SAS
    • 7.1.5 Owens-illinois Inc.
    • 7.1.6 Ardagh Group S.A.
    • 7.1.7 Verallia SA
    • 7.1.8 Gerresheimer AG
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. SUPPLEMENTARY COVERAGE - ANALYSIS OF MAJOR FURNACE SUPPLIERS TO CONTAINER GLASS PLANTS IN LATIN AMERICA

9. FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

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Latin America Glass Bottles & Containers Industry Segmentation

The Latin America containers glass market is growing have been attracted from foreign glass bottle makers and other companies, owing to the factors like rich natural resources, low-cost labor, and increasing consumer expenditure. Apart from cosmetics and carbonated drinks, the region also has registered an upsurge in alcoholic beverages. Beer is the highly demanded alcoholic beverage in the regions, such as Columbia, Mexico (including Caribbean), and Argentina.

Latin America Container Glass Market is Segmented by End-User Industry ((Beverages (Alcoholic Beverages (Wines and Spirits, Beer and Cider) and Non-Alcoholic Beverages (Carbonated Drinks, Water, Dairy-Based, and Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages)), Food, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, and Other End-User Industries). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Volume (Tonnes) for all the Above Segments.

By End-user Industry Beverage Alcoholic Beverages Wines and Spirits
Beer and Cider
Non-Alcoholic Beverages Carbonated Drinks
Water
Dairy-Based
Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Food
Cosmetics
Pharmaceuticals
Other End user verticals
By Country*** Brazil
Mexico
Argentina
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LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market Research Faqs

How big is the LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market?

The LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market size is expected to reach 10.61 million tons in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 3.86% to reach 12.83 million tons by 2030.

What is the current LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market size?

In 2025, the LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market size is expected to reach 10.61 million tons.

Who are the key players in LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market?

Vitro, S.A.B. de CV, Wheaton Brasil Group, Orora Limited, Saverglass SAS and Owens-illinois Inc. are the major companies operating in the LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market.

What years does this LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market size was estimated at 10.20 million tons. The report covers the LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the LA Glass Bottles And Containers Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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