Glassware Global Market Report 2025

Glassware encompasses a diverse range of objects made from glass, primarily designed for practical use. These items are commonly found in kitchens, laboratories, and households, serving various purposes from food and beverage consumption to scientific experimentation and decorative display.

The main types of materials used in glassware production include soda lime glass, crystal glass, borosilicate glass, and heat-resistant glass. Soda-lime glass stands out as the most common type, frequently employed in the manufacturing of everyday glassware and containers. Glassware is available at various price points, including premium, medium, and economy, and it is distributed through channels such as B2B, e-commerce, supermarkets and hypermarkets, specialized stores, and others. Different end users for glassware include households, hotels and restaurants, corporate canteens, cafes and bars, and various other applications.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting strain on trade relations in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the Paper, Plastics, Rubber, Wood, and Textile sector by driving up the costs of essential imported inputs such as pulp, resin, synthetic rubber, lumber, and cotton, many of which have limited domestic alternatives. Packaging manufacturers, for instance, are facing higher prices for plastic films and corrugated materials, further squeezing margins in an already highly price-sensitive environment. Similarly, textile producers are grappling with increased costs for imported yarns and dyes, adding to the burden of rising labor expenses. In response, some companies are turning to recycled or biodegradable materials, while others are consolidating their supplier base to secure bulk discounts.

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The glassware market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $17.04 billion in 2024 to $18 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to consumer preferences, economic conditions, cultural influences, market competition, global trade dynamics.

The glassware market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $21.75 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to changing consumer preferences, sustainability trends, economic outlook, global market expansion, regulatory changes. Major trends in the forecast period include innovations in manufacturing, digitalization and e-commerce, technological advancements, technology integration, online retail growth.

The forecast of 4.9% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.3% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through increased tariffs on soda-lime and borosilicate glass tableware and decorative pieces imported from China and India, impacting hospitality, retail, and home decor markets. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The increasing presence of cafes and bars is fueling the growth of the glassware market. Cafes and bars are distinct establishments that serve food and beverages, each offering a unique atmosphere and experience. Glassware plays a vital role in these venues by serving a diverse range of drinks, including cocktails, wines, beers, and non-alcoholic options, enhancing the sensory experience, preserving drink quality, and contributing to the overall ambiance and identity of the establishment. For example, in February 2023, reports from Starbucks Corporation, a US-based coffeehouse chain, indicated significant growth in the first quarter of fiscal year 2023, with the addition of 459 new stores, bringing its global total to 36,170 locations. By the second quarter, this number increased to 36,634, and Starbucks has set an ambitious goal to expand to 55,000 stores worldwide by 2030. Additionally, in 2024, Budget Branders, a US-based restaurant supply store, projected that there would be approximately 69,485 registered bars in the US, reflecting a 1.5% increase from 2022. Thus, the rising number of cafes and bars is expected to drive the growth of the glassware market.

The rising rate of urbanization is anticipated to drive the growth of the glassware market in the coming years. Urbanization refers to the process whereby an increasing proportion of the population shifts from rural areas to towns and cities, resulting in the expansion of urban regions. The demand for glassware in urban settings is shaped by changing lifestyles, aesthetic preferences, social trends, and the quest for diverse culinary experiences. For example, a report from the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), a Switzerland-based intergovernmental organization, indicated in December 2022 that the urban population had grown to 56.5%. Furthermore, Africa experienced a notable increase of 4.6% during the same period. Thus, the rising rate of urbanization is fueling the demand for glassware.

Key players in the glassware industry are actively engaged in the development of innovative glassware designs, such as the Syksy Nordic autumn rain pattern glassware, to broaden their brand's table-setting offerings. Drawing inspiration from the autumn rain, this series seamlessly integrates functional shapes with a meticulously crafted pattern that mirrors the Nordic autumn rain, ranging from a gentle drizzle to intense downpours. In August 2023, Marimekko Oyk, a Finland-based fashion and lifestyle company, introduced the Syksy glassware series, featuring mouth-blown tumblers, goblets, and carafes adorned with a drawn pattern inspired by the Nordic autumn rain. These stackable and mixable pieces complement other Marimekko tableware, providing an elegant addition to the brand's table setting category.

In August 2024, Calibre Scientific, a US-based company that specializes in life science reagents, tools, instruments, and other consumables for laboratory research, diagnostics, and biopharmaceutical sectors, acquired Industrial Glassware for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is set to enhance Calibre Scientific's capacity to offer high-quality glassware for a wide range of laboratory and industrial applications. Industrial Glassware, also based in the US, manufactures and distributes laboratory supplies and consumables, including glass vials, bottles, and jars.

Major companies operating in the glassware market report are Groupe SEB SA, Arc International Tableware UK Ltd., Sisecam Dis Ticaret Anonim Sirketi, Lenox Corporation, Taiwan Glass Industry Corporation, Villeroy & Boch AG, Libbey Glass LLC, Lifetime Brands Inc., The Oneida Group Inc., Anchor Hocking Group Inc., Denby Pottery Company Ltd., Anhui Deli Housedhold Glass Co. Ltd., Shandong Huapeng Glass Co. Ltd., Borosil Limited, DEGRENNE, Ocean Glass Public Company Limited, Cello World Limited, Stolzle Lausitz GmbH, Garbo Glassware, Glasstech Industries (India) Pvt. Ltd., Zrike Brands, Steklarna Hrastnik d.o.o., Eagle Glass Deco Pvt. Ltd., Guangzhou Jing Huang Glassware Co. Ltd., Steelite International Ltd., Jiangsu Rongtai Glass Products Co. Ltd., Cumbria Crystal Limited

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the glassware market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the glassware market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the glassware market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The glassware market consists of sales of drinking glasses, plates and bowls, cocktail shakers, tableware, art glass, and glass jars. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Glassware Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on glassware market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Material: Soda Lime Glass; Crystal Glass; Borosilicate Glass; Heat Resistant Glass
• 2) By Price Point: Premium; Medium; Economy
• 3) By Distribution Channel: Business-To-Business (B2B); E-Commerce; Supermarkets And Hypermarkets; Specialized Stores; Other Distribution Channels
• 4) By End-User: Households; Hotels And Restaurants; Corporate Canteens; Cafe And Bars; Other End-Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Soda Lime Glass: Glass Bottles; Glass Jars; Drinking Glasses; Containers
• 2) By Crystal Glass: Crystal Glasses; Crystal Vases; Crystal Bowls; Crystal Decanters
• 3) By Borosilicate Glass: Laboratory Glassware; Kitchenware; Bakeware
• 4) By Heat Resistant Glass: Cookware; Oven-Safe Glass Containers; Drinkware
• Companies Mentioned: Groupe SEB SA; Arc International Tableware UK Ltd.; Sisecam Dis Ticaret Anonim Sirketi; Lenox Corporation; Taiwan Glass Industry Corporation; Villeroy & Boch AG; Libbey Glass LLC; Lifetime Brands Inc.; The Oneida Group Inc.; Anchor Hocking Group Inc.; Denby Pottery Company Ltd.; Anhui Deli Housedhold Glass Co. Ltd.; Shandong Huapeng Glass Co. Ltd.; Borosil Limited; DEGRENNE; Ocean Glass Public Company Limited; Cello World Limited; Stolzle Lausitz GmbH; Garbo Glassware; Glasstech Industries (India) Pvt. Ltd.; Zrike Brands; Steklarna Hrastnik d.o.o.; Eagle Glass Deco Pvt. Ltd.; Guangzhou Jing Huang Glassware Co. Ltd.; Steelite International Ltd.; Jiangsu Rongtai Glass Products Co. Ltd.; Cumbria Crystal Limited
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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