The Recycled PET Packaging Market is capturing a valuation of USD 3.2 billion in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 6.2 billion by 2033. The market is registering a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period.
The market is benefiting from the increasing consumption of packaged food products and carbonated and non-carbonated drinks. This trend is particularly witnessed in emerging economies in East Asia and South Asia.
The consistent adoption of an extensive range of recycled PET packaging solutions such as clamshells & containers, bottles & jars, and other solutions has been noted in East Asia and South Asia.
Rapid penetration in the food, beverages, and healthcare industries, which highly prefer recyclable and sustainable packaging solutions, has led to a great demand for recycled PET packaging solutions in these regions.
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Synthetic Process of Recycling to Rule
Out of the two methods of recycling PET such as mechanical reuse and synthetic process, the latter is expected to dominate, as it involves a systematic approach. Refreshments hold a significant market share in applications from Drugs, Refreshments, Individual Consideration, and Customer Merchandise.
Individual consideration is still developing, as an expensive investment could not be easily tried out by an individual. Customer merchandise is expected to pick up well in the years to come.
The dearth of Required Framework
PET’s effective recycling needs appropriate collection as well as segregation of waste. With improper waste disposal, the entire waste management procedure goes haywire.
Developed countries like Germany, Japan, Australia, and the United States have waste management frameworks in place. However, not all countries can boast of squeaky-clean waste management systems. Examples of these countries are Brazil, Nigeria, South Africa, Türkiye, and Egypt. The standardization of their waste management frameworks is yet to happen. At the same time, it must be noted that in the United States, recyclable containers valued over USD 11 billion are disposed of impertinently due to recycling facilities not being up to the mark.
As per the government of Canada, close to 85% of plastic waste finds its place in the environment or landfills. The UN Environment Program has released data stating that nearly 330 million tons of plastic waste are produced worldwide every year. The present scenario is that merely 9% of plastic waste is being recycled. The collection for recycling comes to 14%. This percentage is certainly a minuscule one.
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Market CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 6.8% |
| Market Valuation (2023) | USD 3.2 billion |
| Market Valuation (2033) | USD 6.2 billion |
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The bottles and jars segment is experiencing unmatchable demand in the recycled PET market, especially from the beverage industry. It is attributable to the fact that bottles and jars offer special packaging, high-impact capability, and pricing affordability to end users.
The market secured a valuation of USD 2.4 billion in 2018 and USD 3 billion in 2022. The market expanded at a CAGR of 5% between 2018 and 2022.
Prominent packaging manufacturers are adopting stretch blow molding technology to design and manufacture various recycled PET packaging solutions, as this technology offers high output quantities and fine dimensional accuracy.
The beverage industry has been identified as the key end-user of recycled PET packaging solutions. This sector generates a constant demand for recycled PET packaging bottles & jars for packing and storing drinking water and carbonated and non-carbonated drinks. Also, the factors like accessible raw materials and cheap labor are propelling the further course of growth.
The majority of companies dealing with FMCG goods have decided to commit at least half of the recycled content in plastic packaging by the year 2030. Though food-grade recycled plastic is in short supply now, this factor is bound to take the entire recycled PET market by storm in the forecast period.
Based on product type, bottles, and jars are leading the global market by capturing a share of 65.3% during the forecast period. The demand for bottles and jars is increasing due to their excellent properties, strength, durability, and transparency.
The adoption of recycled PET packaging is widely used for cosmetics, food, beverages, home cleaning products, and personal care. Consumers' growing awareness of sustainable packaging is shifting their demand toward bottles and jars.
This segment continues to fuel the global market by increasing the demand for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. Various end-use industries prefer to enhance product quality and reduce carbon footprints.
Based on end use, the beverages sector is estimated to dominate the global market by securing a share of 43.2% during the forecast period. The adoption of recycled PET packaging is rising for juice, soda, milk, water, and other beverages fueling the global market. Recycled PET packaging reduces environmental impacts, increases sustainability, and does not reduce the beverage's taste.
The global market is driven by the rising demand for beverages, changing consumer preferences, and growing disposable income. Moreover, industries such as cosmetics, food, and personal care also contribute a significant share of the global market during the forecast period. The beverage sector is highly preferred due to increasing consumer trends, and government regulations.
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| Countries | Market Share (2023 to 2033) |
|---|---|
| The United States | 14% |
| Germany | 2.9% |
| Japan | 5.1% |
| Australia | 3.9% |
| China | 7.3% |
| India | 7.7% |
| The United Kingdom | 5.3% |
India and China to Continue Holding the Baton
North America and Europe are saturated with the recycled PET market. The United States, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, and Germany are displaying maturity concerning the global market.
The EU directive includes a target encompassing 25% recycled content in every PET beverage bottle from 2025. This percentage is expected to increase to 30% by the year 2030. Leading brands like PepsiCo, Danone, and Coca-Cola are looking forward to 50% use of recycled PET in bottles by 2030.
Asia Pacific is expected to display maximum vibrancy herein. Densely populated economies like China and India are key markets for recycled PET. India is anticipated to capture a share of 7.7%, and China registering a share of 7.3% in the global market during the forecast period.
The applications include sweaters, carpets, clothes, upholstery, fiber-fill for cushions and sleeping bags, automotive parts, and sheets and film. Moreover, India is witnessing a mass exodus of students from villages to cities for high studies. Some migrate after getting placed. It calls for packaged food as not all prefer cooking while on the move. Recycled PET does render performance analogous to virgin PET.
The United States is securing a share of 14% in the global market during the forecast period. The increasing government initiative to reduce carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly packaging are surging the United States market.
The increasingly advanced and improved processing technologies in recycled PET packaging are driving the market in the country. The key companies in the United States recycled PET packaging market collaborate with government bodies and other organizations to promote their packaging.
The rising new developments, growing awareness, and changing consumer demand are advancing the market in the United States.
Environmental pollution is a hot potato across the globe. Several ways are being tried out to curb it. Recycling products are among the best courses of action herein. Those involved in packaging emphasize developing green and sustainable packaging products. They could be recycled as well as reused.
With recycled PET, virgin plastic’s cost is likely to reduce by nearly 25%. Machines that could accommodate the fluctuations in recycled PET’s quality are also being examined. Initiatives like these are expected to enable the flourishment of the recycled PET packaging market.
Leading packaging manufacturers across continents have shifted their focus from conventional packaging solutions to environment-friendly rigid and flexible packaging solutions. This notable shift toward eco-friendly packaging solutions is driven by:
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a safe, robust, transparent plastic material that can be recycled several times. To benefit from this scenario, leading packaging manufacturers focus on offering a wide range of recycled PET products.
Key players are adopting various marketing tactics to upsurge the global market to another height. These marketing tactics include acquisitions, agreements, partnerships, product launches, mergers, and collaborations.
Recent Developments in the Global Market
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Forecast Period | 2023 to 2033 |
| Historical Data Available for | 2018 to 2022 |
| Market Analysis | USD billion for Value |
| Key Countries Covered | The United States, The United Kingdom, Japan, India, China, Australia, Germany |
| Key Segments Covered | Recycling Process, Application, Region |
| Key Companies Profiled | UltrePET; Indorama Ventures Public Limited Company; Krones AG; Clear Path Recycling; Plastipak Holdings, Inc.; PFR Nord GmbH; Phoenix Technologies; CarbonLITE Industries |
| Report Coverage | Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives |
| Customization & Pricing | Available upon Request |
Krones AG, Clear Path Recycling, and Plastipak Holdings, Inc. are key players.
The market is estimated to secure a valuation of USD 3.2 billion in 2023.
The dearth of the required framework for proper waste disposal limits growth potential.
The market is estimated to reach USD 6.2 billion by 2033.
Manufacturers have shifted their focus from conventional packaging solutions to environment-friendly rigid and flexible packaging solutions.
1. Executive Summary 2. Market Overview 3. Market Background 4. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033 5. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Recycling Process 5.1. Synthetic 5.2. Mechanical reusing 6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Application 6.1. Drugs 6.2. Refreshments 6.3. Individual Consideration 6.4. Customer Merchandise 6.5. Others 7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 7.1. North America 7.2. Latin America 7.3. Europe 7.4. Asia Pacific 7.5. MEA 8. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 9. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 10. Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 11. Asia Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 12. MEA Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 13. Key Countries Market Analysis 14. Market Structure Analysis 15. Competition Analysis 15.1. UltrePET 15.2. Indorama Ventures Public Limited Company 15.3. Krones AG 15.4. Clear Path Recycling 15.5. Plastipak Holdings, Inc. 15.6. PFR Nord GmbH 15.7. Phoenix Technologies 15.8. CarbonLITE Industries 15.9. Placon Corporation 15.10. Amcor Limited 16. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 17. Research Methodology
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October 2022
REP-GB-7560
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