US Beverage Packaging Market Report

Demand for beverage packaging is forecast to increase 1.8% per year to $55.3 billion in 2027, with real growth of 1.0% per year to 837.6 billion units. While growth in unit terms will remain relatively steady, market value growth will be affected by an easing of high raw material prices and supply chain issues that caused pricing for most products to surge in 2021 and 2022. Beverage packaging must simultaneously be cost effective and fall in line with changing sustainability goals and consumer preferences.

This report covers food packaging demand by Product, Material, and Market. Data are provided in current dollar value and units.

Products for beverage packaging include:

• Bottles
• Cans
• Gable top cartons
• Aseptic cartons
• Bag-in-box formats
• Pouches
• Caps & closures
• Labels
• Multipack packaging, including boxes, folding cartons, rings, collars, wrap, sleeves, and trays

Markets for beverage packaging include:

• Bottled water
• Carbonated soft drinks
• Milk & milk alternatives
• Fruit beverages
• Sports drinks
• RTD coffee & tea
• Energy drinks
• Beer
• Wine & wine beverages
• Distilled spirits
• Niche beverages, including herbal drinks, kombucha, mead, sake, and flavored alcoholic beverages

Materials for beverage packaging include:

• Plastic
• Paper & paperboard
• Glass
• Metal
• Niche materials, including rubber, cork, and molded fiber

Scope of the Report

This report covers the scope, size, and growth of the US market for beverage packaging and other products, including key trends in product, material, and market segments. Historical data are provided for 2012, 2017, and 2022, with forecasts through 2027. Annual data is also provided for 2019 through 2026. Data are provided in current dollar value and units. Also included is an analysis of key industry players.