Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers Global Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market Manufacturers and It is Segmented by Raw Material (Polyethylene Terephthalate, Poly Propylene, Low-Density Poly Ethylene, High-Density Poly Ethylene), by Type (Solid Containers, Dropper Bottles, Nasal Spray Bottles, Liquid Bottles, Oral Care), and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa). The Report Offers Market Forecasts and Size in Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market Size

Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 9.60 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 11.71 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.07 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market North America
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market Analysis

The Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market size is estimated at USD 9.60 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 11.71 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.07% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The growing demand for the packaging in pharmaceuticals for the storage and delivery of medicines is expected to drive the market during the forecast period.

  • The demand for plastic packaging has witnessed significant growth in the pharmaceutical industry because of its unmatched ability. Additional features that led to increased adoption in pharma are barrier against moisture, high dimensional stability, high impact strength, resistance to strain, low water absorption, transparency, resistance to heat and flame, and extension of expiry dates.
  • The market for pharmaceutical plastic bottles is growing due to growing sustainability concerns by increasing the recycling rate and minimizing the environmental impact in the pharmaceutical industry. Technological advancement and the rising application of plastic bottles in solid and even liquid oral medicines have added to market growth for pharmaceutical plastic bottles. However, the rise in the price of plastics due to fluctuating prices of crude oil and various regulations would reflect on the increase in the price of plastics, which may affect the consumption of the product and further hinder the growth of the market studied.
  • Plastic bottles are increasingly used for aseptic filling and packaging in the industry. Market vendors provide aseptic bottle filling and packaging services in various regions. For instance, LSNE offers aseptic dropper bottle filling services. The company has an automated filling line capable of filling standard multi-dose three-piece bottles in 5 ml and 10 ml bottles and sterile multi-dose bottles.
  • Asia-Pacific has a prominent base for the production of PET resin and polymers, which is also aiding the growth of the market with no issues of a supply shortage of raw material. China is one of the largest producing and consuming countries of PET bottles.
  • With the increasing demand for medicine and other essential goods at an all-time high, a lack of available packaging to package and ship them further caused a significant interruption in supply chains. However, the demand increased for some medicines used in patients with COVID-19. These included some anesthetics, antibiotics, muscle relaxants, and some off-label medicines. This led to the supply of plastic bottles in the pharmaceutical companies.

Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Industry Overview

The pharmaceutical plastic bottle market is fragmented with the presence of many players like Amcor Limited. Berry Plastics Group, Inc., Aptar Pharma, Gerresheimer AG, Graham Packaging Company, Alpha Packaging, and Alpack Plastic Packaging. The players have adopted various organic and inorganic strategies such as mergers & acquisitions, partnerships, new product launches, and collaborations to dominate the market.

  • December 2021 - Comar announced that it acquired Omega Packaging, an injection, and blow-molded product manufacturer. Omega Packaging's line of child-resistant (CR) closures and precision mold-building capabilities advance Comar's strategy to serve healthcare customers with end-to-end custom manufacturing capabilities and an expanded product portfolio.
  • September 2021 - Clearlake Capital Group portfolio company Pretium Packaging agreed to acquire US-based Alpha Packaging from Irving Place Capital for an undisclosed sum. Alpha Packaging and Pretium Packaging will allow the combined entity to offer a wide range of advanced packaging solutions to both firms' existing customer bases and new customers.

Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market Leaders

  1. Amcor Limited

  2. Berry Plastics Group, Inc.

  3. Gerresheimer AG

  4. Aptar Pharma

  5. O.Berk Company LLC

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market News

  • May 2022 - Gerresheimer AG has enhanced its manufacturing capabilities in India to ensure consistent local supply for pharma and healthcare operations. The company has opened a new plant to produce plastic containers and closures at its Kosamba manufacturing site.
  • November 2021 - Santen Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd., a Japanese pharmaceutical company, unveiled its plan to launch the first bio-based plastic eye drop bottle in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region as part of its zero-carbon commitment.

Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles 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 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyer
    • 4.2.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 Assessment of the Impact of COVID-19 on the Market

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Growing Need for Lightweight Pharma Bottles by Consumers
    • 5.1.2 Increasing Spending on Healthcare and Pharmaceutical to Augment the Market Growth
  • 5.2 Market Restraints
    • 5.2.1 Increasing Raw Material Costs
    • 5.2.2 Environmental Concerns over Usage of Plastics

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Raw Material
    • 6.1.1 Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
    • 6.1.2 Poly Propylene (PP)
    • 6.1.3 Low-density Poly Ethylene (LDPE)
    • 6.1.4 High-density Poly Ethylene (HDPE)
  • 6.2 By Type
    • 6.2.1 Solid Containers
    • 6.2.2 Dropper Bottles
    • 6.2.3 Nasal Spray Bottles
    • 6.2.4 Liquid Bottles
    • 6.2.5 Oral Care
    • 6.2.6 Other Types
  • 6.3 By Geography***
    • 6.3.1 North America
    • 6.3.1.1 United States
    • 6.3.1.2 Canada
    • 6.3.2 Europe
    • 6.3.2.1 United Kingdom
    • 6.3.2.2 Germany
    • 6.3.2.3 France
    • 6.3.3 Asia
    • 6.3.3.1 China
    • 6.3.3.2 India
    • 6.3.3.3 Japan
    • 6.3.4 Australia and New Zealand
    • 6.3.5 Latin America
    • 6.3.5.1 Brazil
    • 6.3.5.2 Argentina
    • 6.3.5.3 Mexico
    • 6.3.6 Middle East and Africa
    • 6.3.6.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 6.3.6.2 United Arab Emirates
    • 6.3.6.3 South Africa

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles*
    • 7.1.1 Amcor Limited
    • 7.1.2 Gerresheimer AG
    • 7.1.3 Berry Group Inc.
    • 7.1.4 Aptar Pharma
    • 7.1.5 O.Berk Company LLC
    • 7.1.6 Alpha Packaging
    • 7.1.7 Pro-Pac Packaging Ltd
    • 7.1.8 COMAR LLC
    • 7.1.9 Gil Plastic Products Ltd
    • 7.1.10 Drug Plastics Group
    • 7.1.11 Frapak Packaging

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Industry Segmentation

As plastic bottles are lightweight and easier to handle, the adoption of these bottles is growing. Manufacturers prefer the use of plastic bottles due to lower costs of production and a variety of innovations that can occur. Since they will be used in the pharmaceutical industry, they will be made keeping in mind the environmental issues and hazardous effects. The Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market is segmented By Raw Material (Polyethylene Terephthalate, Poly Propylene, Low-density Poly Ethylene, High-density Poly Ethylene), By Type (Solid Containers, Dropper Bottles, Nasal Spray Bottles, Liquid Bottles, Oral Care), and Geography.

By Raw Material Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
Poly Propylene (PP)
Low-density Poly Ethylene (LDPE)
High-density Poly Ethylene (HDPE)
By Type Solid Containers
Dropper Bottles
Nasal Spray Bottles
Liquid Bottles
Oral Care
Other Types
By Geography*** North America United States
Canada
Europe United Kingdom
Germany
France
Asia China
India
Japan
Australia and New Zealand
Latin America Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Middle East and Africa Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
South Africa
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Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market Research FAQs

How big is the Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market?

The Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market size is expected to reach USD 9.60 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 4.07% to reach USD 11.71 billion by 2030.

What is the current Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market size?

In 2025, the Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market size is expected to reach USD 9.60 billion.

Who are the key players in Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market?

Amcor Limited, Berry Plastics Group, Inc., Gerresheimer AG, Aptar Pharma and O.Berk Company LLC are the major companies operating in the Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market?

In 2025, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market.

What years does this Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market size was estimated at USD 9.21 billion. The report covers the Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Pharmaceutical Plastic Bottles Industry Report

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