Report Overview

Supportive government and industrial initiatives towards sustainable packaging, an increasing demand for glass packaging in pharmaceutical industry along with expanding demand for bottled beverages across the world are expected to drive North America amber glass packaging during the forecast period between 2023 and 2029.

North America Amber Glass Packaging Market - Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2029

North America amber glass packaging market size was estimated at USD 2.71 billion in 2022. During the forecast period between 2023 and 2029, North America Amber Glass Packaging market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.1% reaching a value of USD 3.56 billion by 2029. There is a significant surge in the use of amber glass packaging, as they are eco–friendly along with government initiatives to boost the use of sustainable packaging. The benefits of amber glass, such as protection from UV rays, are also playing a crucial factor in its adoption in various industries, including alcohol and pharmaceutical industries, propelling the growth of North America amber glass packaging market.

North America Amber Glass Packaging Market – Overview

Amber glass bottles are an excellent plastic-free substitute for plastic cleaning bottles. It is created by melting iron, sulfur, and carbon together, which is then added to the molten mixture. Amber glass garners its well–desired dark hue from these ingredients. It is its hue that lets it shield the contents from light. The broadest range of light wavelengths is absorbed by the amber glass. Amber glass is the UV light protection material of choice for many pharmaceutical items as well as is widely used in various other industries including alcohol, food, and beverages industries. UV rays can cause photooxidation, which can lead to faster spoilage of the products. Beyond being esthetically pleasing, the color helps keep the goods secure and unaltered.

North America Amber Glass Packaging Market

Growth Drivers

Supportive Government and Industry Initiatives toward Sustainable Packaging

With the rising consumer-consciousness towards sustainability, the government as well as the companies are incorporating amber glass into their packaging. Amber glass is 100% recyclable, which means it can be cleaned and reused multiple times. It can also be easily broken down and reshaped into a new amber glass bottle or any other shape. As people are increasingly turning against plastic for packaging because of its polluting and non-biodegradable nature, the demand for amber glass packaging is expected to surge in North America during the forecast period.

Restraints

High Prevalence of Plastic as Packaging Material

Despite amber glass packaging being a sustainable option, plastic packaging is still the most preferred option in the packaging industry. Plastics can convey more goods with less packing than other materials since they are lightweight and robust. Additionally, by utilizing less material in the first place, energy usage, greenhouse gas emissions, and waste are all significantly decreased. One of the major factors for the high popularity of plastic is it is a lot cheaper than other alternatives, including amber glass. Therefore, with companies constantly looking to decrease their production cost, plastic packaging is giving tough competition to amber glass packaging, restraining its market growth.

Impact of COVID-19 on North America Amber Glass Packaging Market

The unprecedented COVID–19 pandemic hit North America amber glass packaging market negatively. As the number of COVID-19 cases were surging, severe regulations were imposed in both the US and Canada, and the governments of these countries imposed strict lockdown, which decreased sales of alcoholic drinks, resulting in decreased demand for amber glass packaging, eventually incurring huge losses to the overall North America amber glass packaging market. However, the market is forecast to flourish during the post COVID-19 period as production in food and beverages as well as alcohol industries resumes as well as a surge in demand for pharmaceuticals.

North America Amber Glass Packaging Market

Segmental Coverage

North America Amber Glass Packaging Market – By Product

Based on product, North America amber glass packaging market is segregated into containers & jars, bottles, and other segments. The bottles segment accounts for the highest market share owing to its prominent use in the alcohol industry. Because of its light-filtering qualities, amber glass is an excellent choice for beer storage. Essential oils are also frequently kept in amber glass. These oils, which are valued for their fragrances, might undergo reactions during photooxidation that alter their characteristics.

North America Amber Glass Packaging Market – By Application

Based on application, North America amber glass packaging market is segmented into pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, food & beverages, personal care & cosmetics, and others. The pharmaceuticals segment held the highest market share in 2022. The high concentration of leading pharmaceutical companies in the US, such as Johnson and Johnson, Pfizer, Merck & Co., and Eli Lilly and Company, are spurring the demand for amber glass for packaging their medicines to protect them from UV protection as well as for making another packaging, such as glass injection vials, bottles, cartilages, and ampoules.

North America Amber Glass Packaging Market – By Country

Geographically, North America amber glass packaging market covers two major countries: the US and Canada. The US dominates the North America amber glass packaging market. The US is the third largest exporter of pharmaceutical products. It accounts for 45% of the global pharmaceutical market and 22% of global production. The rising demand for medicines owing to increasing medical concerns and demand for treatment. Due to this, it is expected that pharmaceutical companies are to invest in expanding their production capacity during the forecast period, propelling the demand for amber glass in North America.

Competitive Landscape

Competition in North America Amber Glass Packaging Market is high. Major players operating in the North America amber glass packaging market include Ardagh Group S.A., Piramal Enterprises Ltd., Gerresheimer AG, O-I, J.G. Finneran Associates, Inc., Pacific Vial, Origin Pharma Packaging, Silver Spur Corp., Kaufman Container, and Anchor Glass Container Corp. These companies employ various strategies to further enhance their market share, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Recent Developments

• In April 2022 - Ardagh Glass Group launched two new beer bottles, a 12oz long-neck bottle and a 22oz Belgian-style bottle, made of high–quality amber glass, in North America.

Scope of the Report

By Product

• Containers & Jars

• Bottles

• Others

By Application

• Pharmaceuticals

• Dietary Supplements

• Food & Beverages

• Personal Care & Cosmetics

• Others

By Country

• US

• Canada