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France - Bottles, Jars And Other Containers Of Glass - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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May 8, 2024

France's Import of Glass Bottles, Jars, and Containers Reaches Record High of $2.1B in 2023

France Glass Container Imports

In 2023, overseas purchases of bottles, jars and other containers of glass decreased by -3.6% to 8.5B units, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the period from 2013 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 24%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at 9B units in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, glass bottle, jar and container imports surged to $2.1B (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. Overall, imports, however, showed a prominent increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.France<a href= Glass Container Imports By Country (Million USD)">

COUNTRYImport Value of Glass Container in France (million USD)
20132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Germany281291234219243269259246272356483
Italy242245222213230284278267356377478
Spain164160143140141155160202242214278
Belgium89.010892.189.892.3110104117126111142
Portugal70.473.664.774.176.480.759.869.885.9113140
Bulgaria1.31.40.90.80.72.435.269.286.688.1134
Poland21.626.120.516.633.950.154.853.367.376.9114
Netherlands47.668.753.455.062.736.731.636.838.044.251.0
Others172183170192194207226199270319296
Total1,0901,1571,0001,0011,0741,1941,2091,2601,5431,6992,116

Imports by Country

Germany (1.5B units), Spain (1.2B units) and Italy (1B units) were the main suppliers of glass bottle, jar and container imports to France, with a combined 43% share of total imports. Portugal, Bulgaria, Poland, Belgium and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 36%.

From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Bulgaria (with a CAGR of +54.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($483M), Italy ($478M) and Spain ($278M) were the largest glass bottle, jar and container suppliers to France, with a combined 59% share of total imports. Belgium, Portugal, Bulgaria, Poland and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

Bulgaria, with a CAGR of +59.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2023, the glass container price amounted to $0.2 per unit (CIF, France), growing by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated pronounced growth from 2013 to 2023: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, glass bottle, jar and container import price increased by +69.3% against 2020 indices. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($0.7 per unit), while the price for Austria ($0.1 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+17.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for glass bottle, jar and container in France. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 23131120 - Containers made from tubing of glass (excluding preserving jars)
  • Prodcom 23131130 - Glass containers of a nominal capacity . 2,5 litres (excluding preserving jars)
  • Prodcom 23131140 - Bottles of colourless glass of a nominal capacity < 2,5 litres, f or beverages and foodstuffs (excluding bottles covered with leather or composition leather, infant
  • Prodcom 23131150 - Bottles of coloured glass of a nominal capacity < 2,5 litres, for beverages and foodstuffs (excluding bottles covered with leather or composition leather, infant
  • Prodcom 23131160 - Glass containers for beverages and foodstuffs of a nominal capacity < 2,5 litres (excluding bottles, flasks covered with leather or composition leather, domestic glassware, vacuum flasks and vessels)
  • Prodcom 23131170 - Glass containers for pharmaceutical products of a nominal capacity < 2,5 litres
  • Prodcom 23131180 - Glass containers of a nominal capacity < 2,5 litres for the conveyance or packing of goods (excluding for beverages and foodstuffs, for pharmaceutical products, containers made from glass tubing)

Country coverage:

  • France

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in France
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

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    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

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    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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