Report Overview

UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market - Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2029

UAE rigid plastic packaging market size was estimated to be worth USD 2.45 billion in 2022. During the forecast period between 2023 and 2029, the UAE rigid plastic packaging market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.61%, reaching a value of USD 3.22 billion by 2029. Major growth factors for the UAE rigid plastic packaging market include the rising demand for food and beverages and personal care products and their expanding domestic production. The low cost and high strength of this rigid plastic packaging are anticipated to play a crucial role in propelling its market growth during the forecast period.

UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market – Overview

Rigid plastic packaging refers to the use of plastic materials in the packaging of new bottles and containers. Denser and thicker materials, such as polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polypropylene (PP), and high-density polyethylene (HDPE), are used to make rigid plastic packaging. These materials are lightweight, durable, and versatile. Rigid packaging also gives products support and structure. Therefore, these materials are used to acquire the desired shape and design. Plastic jars, bottles, drums, pottery, boxes, tins, plastic pots, tubes, and other rigid objects are often made of rigid plastic. Rigid plastic packaging is also used to package a variety of healthcare products, medical equipment, and personal care items.

UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market

Growth Drivers

Expanding Use of Rigid Plastic Packaging in Healthcare Industry

Rigid plastic packaging is gaining immense traction in the healthcare industry, as they are prominently being used in medical device packaging. The use of rigid plastic such as PET for packaging offers product visibility and sterility to the products, which are essential stringent requirements for medical device packaging. PET is one of the most widely used plastics for thermoforming. To increase durability, it may be molded into almost any shape before cooling. PET is a good choice for delicate applications including food containers, beverage bottles, and medical device packaging because of its resistance to alteration and the environment.

Restraints

Stringent Law on Single Use Plastic Usage

Beginning in 2024, the UAE will enforce a statewide ban on single-use plastic, including food packaging and plastic bottles, as reported by the Gulf News. These regulations are likely to pose immense challenges to packaging firms and may prompt retailers and residents to shift to other sustainable alternatives such as paper packaging. Such a law is anticipated to restrict the overall UAE rigid plastic packaging market during the forecast period.

Impact of COVID-19 on UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market

The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on the UAE rigid plastic packaging market. The demand for packaged food and beverage items spiked during the pandemic due to the imposition of lockdown and remote working. Furthermore, food items were considered essential items, and therefore, their production was not impeded during the pandemic but rather expanded. As a result, the demand for rigid plastic packaging surged, resulting in significant market growth. However, restrictions on cross-border trade caused a shortage of raw materials for rigid plastic packaging manufacturers, which posed huge challenges to market growth.

UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market

Segmental Coverage

UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market – By Type

Based on type, the UAE rigid plastic packaging market is segmented into polyethylene (PE), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS), expanded polystyrene (EPS), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and other rigid plastic materials. The polyethylene (PE) segment accounts for the highest market share. This kind of packaging is most prominently used in the food and beverage packaging industry, which contributes to its market growth. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) also covers a substantial market share due to its impact resistance in packaged products.

UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market – By Product

Based on product, the UAE rigid plastic packaging market is segmented into Bottles & Jars, Trays & Containers, Caps & Closures, and other product types. The bottles & jars segment holds the largest share of the UAE rigid plastic packaging market. They are used in the packaging of various products, including carbonated soft drinks, water, juices, cosmetics, and other personal care products. Plastic bottle and jar packaging offers easy storage and is cost-efficient. Furthermore, they are easily customizable, allowing the packagers to attain attractive packaging.

UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market – By End-Use Industry

Based on the end-user industry, the UAE rigid plastic packaging market is segmented into food, beverages, healthcare and pharmaceutical, cosmetics and personal care, and other end-use Industries. Food dominates the UAE rigid plastic packaging market. The food segment is further classified into fresh food, frozen food, baked goods, and other types of food. The UAE is witnessing a significant surge in the demand for packaged and processed food products. The growth in its demand is mainly attributed to the rising working population, particularly the growing female workforce.

Competitive Landscape

Major players operating in the UAE rigid plastic packaging market include Al Amana Plastic Bottles & Containers Manufacturing LLC, Interplast Co. Ltd. (Harwal Group), Petco Gulf FZE, Amber Packaging Industries LLC, Shubham Plastics FZE, Uni Cap, Gulf East Paper and Plastic Industries LLC, Duplas Al Sharq LLC, Bright Plastic, Nilkamal Plastics, Royce Plastics International FZE, and Eterna Plastic Manufacturing Co. LLC.

To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Scope of the Report

By Type

• Polyethylene (PE)

• Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)

• Polypropylene (PP)

• Polystyrene (PS) and Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)

• Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

• Other Rigid Plastic Materials

By Product Type

• Bottles & Jars

• Trays & Containers

• Caps & Closures

• Other Product Types

By End-Use Industry

• Food

1. Fresh Food

2. Frozen Food

3. Baked Goods

4. Other Types of Food

• Beverages

1. Carbonated Soft Drinks

2. Bottled Water

3. Dairy Products

4. Other Types of Beverages

• Healthcare and Pharmaceutical

• Cosmetics and Personal Care

• Other End-use Industries

1. Research Framework
   1. Research Objective
   2. Product Overview
   3. Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
3. UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Insights
   1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
   2. DROC Analysis
      1. Growth Drivers
         1. Demand for Oxo-degradable Plastics is Expected to Increase with New Regulations
         2. Increasing Demand for Rigid Plastic Packaging Solutions Across End-user Industries
      2. Restraints
         1. Stringent Laws and Regulations Pertaining to the Plastic Industries
      3. Opportunities
         1. Growing Consumer Goods Industry
         2. Sustainable Packaging Solutions
      4. Challenges
         1. Competition from Flexible Plastic Packaging
   3. Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
   4. Regulatory Framework
   5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of New Entrants
      4. Threat of Substitutes
      5. Intensity of Rivalry
4. UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Overview
   1. Market Size & Forecast by Value, 2019−2029
      1. By Value (USD Billion)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Type
         1. Polyethylene (PE)
         2. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
         3. Polypropylene (PP)
         4. Polystyrene (PS) and Expanded Polystyrene (EPS)
         5. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
         6. Other Rigid Plastic Materials
      2. By Product Type
         1. Bottles & Jars
         2. Trays & Containers
         3. Caps & Closures
         4. Other Product Types
      3. By End-Use Industry
         1. Food
            1. Fresh Food
            2. Frozen Food
            3. Baked Goods
            4. Other Types of Food
         2. Beverages
            1. Carbonated Soft Drinks
            2. Bottled Water
            3. Dairy Products
            4. Other Types of Beverages
         3. Healthcare & Pharmaceutical
         4. Cosmetics & Personal Care
         5. Other End-user Industries
5. Competitive Landscape
   1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
   2. UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Company Market Share Analysis, 2022
   3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
   4. Key Strategic Development (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, and others)
6. Impact of Covid-19 on UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market
7. Company Profile (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, and SWOT analysis)
   1. Al Amana Plastic Bottles & Containers Manufacturing L.L.C
   2. Interplast Co. Ltd (Harwal Group)
   3. Petco Gulf FZE
   4. Amber Packaging Industries LLC
   5. Shubham Plastics FZE
   6. Uni Cap
   7. Gulf East Paper and Plastic Industries LLC
   8. Duplas Al Sharq LLC
   9. Bright Plastic
   10. Neelkamal Plastics
   11. Royce Plastics International FZE
   12. Eterna Plastic Manufacturing Co. LLC
   13. Other Prominent Players
8. Key Strategic Recommendations
9. Research Methodology
   1. Qualitative Research
      1. Primary & Secondary Research
   2. Quantitative Research
   3. Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
      1. Secondary Research
      2. Primary Research
   4. Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
   5. Assumptions & Limitations

*Financial information of non-listed companies will be provided as per availability

**The segmentation and the companies are subjected to modifications based on in-depth secondary for the final deliverable

List of Figures

Figure 1   UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Segmentation

Figure 2   UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Value Chain Analysis

Figure 3   Company Market Share Analysis, 2022

Figure 4   UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2029

Figure 5   UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Share, By Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 6   UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 7   UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Share, By End-Use Industry, By Value, 2019–2029

List of Tables

Table 1        UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Size, By Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 2        UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 3        UAE Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Size, By End-Use Industry, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 4        Al Amana Plastic Bottles & Containers Manufacturing L.L.C Company Overview

Table 5        Al Amana Plastic Bottles & Containers Manufacturing L.L.C Financial Overview

Table 6        Interplast Co. Ltd (Harwal Group) Company Overview

Table 7        Interplast Co. Ltd (Harwal Group) Financial Overview

Table 8        Petco Gulf FZE Company Overview

Table 9        Petco Gulf FZE Financial Overview

Table 10      Amber Packaging Industries LLC Company Overview

Table 11      Amber Packaging Industries LLC Financial Overview

Table 12      Shubham Plastics FZE Company Overview

Table 13      Shubham Plastics FZE Financial Overview

Table 14      Uni Cap Company Overview

Table 15      Uni Cap Financial Overview

Table 16      Gulf East Paper and Plastic Industries LLC Company Overview

Table 17      Gulf East Paper and Plastic Industries LLC Financial Overview

Table 18      Duplas Al Sharq LLC Company Overview

Table 19      Duplas Al Sharq LLC Financial Overview

Table 20      Bright Plastic Company Overview

Table 21      Bright Plastic Financial Overview

Table 22      Neelkamal Plastics Company Overview

Table 23      Neelkamal Plastics Financial Overview

Table 24      Royce Plastics International FZE Company Overview

Table 25      Royce Plastics International FZE Financial Overview

Table 26      Eterna Plastic Manufacturing Co. LLC Company Overview

Table 27      Eterna Plastic Manufacturing Co. LLC Financial Overview