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Plastic Bottles
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Plastic Bottles Global Overview
Definition
Summary
Plastic bottles are used to store a variety of liquids, including water, soft drinks, dairy products, personal-care products, motor oil, cooking oil, and medicines. Key buyers of plastic bottles include bottled water producers, soft drink producers, motor oil manufacturers, cooking oil processors, and personal care product manufacturers.
This Report Includes:
- High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Plastic Bottles
- Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Plastic Bottles
- Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Plastic Bottles
Not in this Report:
- Glass Bottles
- Metal Cans
Global Plastic Bottles Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Plastic Bottles market.
Warning Trends
Reciprocal tariffs drive up packaging product prices
- The Trump administration’s reciprocal tariffs, which apply general tariff rate increases to all products imported from most nations, are set to take effect on August 7 after the national tariff rates were finalized on August 1. Additionally, 50.0% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, except those from the United Kingdom, went into effect in June.
- These tariffs will have a significant effect across the packaging industry as the United States imports a combined total of more than $127 billion worth of plastic, steel, and lumber annually, the three most common materials in packaging products.
- Leading packaging product importers include Canada, Mexico, and China, which face tariff rates of 35.0%, 25.0%, and 20.0%, respectively, with the Chinese import tariff rate set to rise to 54.0% in August. However, United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA)-originating goods, meaning those produced entirely in Canada or Mexico, are exempt from these tariffs.
- China accounts for 48.6% of imported plastic products in the United States, making current and upcoming tariffs on Chinese goods particularly impactful for the price of plastic packaging materials, which the Yale Budget Lab projects will rise in price by 11.0%.
- Likewise, Canada and Mexico provide a combined 51.6% of lumber imports, driving a 6.8% increase in the price of wooden products. Steel and aluminum tariffs are projected to fuel a 39.2% increase in the cost of metal packaging products on average.
Neutral
Crude oil prices dip, but natural gas and fuel prices remain volatile in 2025
- Oil prices have been falling with the introduction of higher tariffs and the predicted decline in global demand. The OPEC+ group of countries also announced they would be unwinding production cuts and increasing their collective output target for May by 411,000 barrels per day.
- Trade wars, ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, and general unrest in the Middle East are causing uncertainty surrounding oil prices, which has led to volatility in prices. In the third week of May 2025, crude oil prices hit $63.67 per barrel, but volatility remains as geopolitical concerns remain.
- Natural gas prices rallied early in 2025 with colder-than-usual temperatures in the United States and high demand, topping out at $4.68/MMBtu in March. Prices have since fallen with the onset of trade wars and weakening demand projections to $3.64/MMBtu in the third week of May 2025.
- The national average of gasoline prices has been rising slightly due to refinery maintenance/outages and blending issues, hitting a national average of $3.15 per gallon in the third week of May 2025. However, gasoline futures have been volatile, falling due to fears of oversupply and deepening concerns about weakening demand with tariffs, but rising after trade deals.
Global Plastic Bottles Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Europe | 2,485 |
| #2 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 1,990 |
| #3 China | 1,665 |
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Geography Drilldown - US
Average Cost of Plastic Bottles
United States
2026 Market Pricing$0.05 to $X.XX
per bottleAverage Price
Prices in the Plastic Bottles market range from $0.05 to $X.XX, depending on Order Size, Bottle Size and Neck Finish. For example, lower prices are associated with 1,000+ bottles ($0.08 to $7.00 per bottle), whereas higher prices are associated with 1 bottle ($0.20 to $10.00 per bottle).
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Plastic Bottles Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Plastic Bottles market, prices in the US have grown 1.5% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Compound Annual Growth Rate
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Plastic Bottles
Total cost of ownership is Low in the Plastic Bottles market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs.
Negotiated Before
Customization
Transportation
Billed During
Storage
Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -1.0 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Availability of Substitutes. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as Medium, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
Tier Suppliers
- Recyclable Material Wholesalers
- Plastics & Rubber Machinery Manufacturers
- Plastic & Resin Manufacturers
2nd
Tier Suppliers
- Recycling Facilities
- Industrial Supplies Wholesalers
- Petroleum Refiners
Biggest Plastic Bottles Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Plastic Bottles vendors by revenue in the US are Berry Global Group, Inc., Amcor Limited and Plastipak Holdings Inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plastipak Holdings Inc. | Global | Plymouth, MI | 1,001-10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Berry Global Group, Inc. | Global | EVANSVILLE, IN | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| CKS Packaging Inc. | National | Atlanta, GA | 1,001-10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Amcor Limited | Global | WARMLEY, BRISTOL | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Silgan Holdings Inc. | Global | STAMFORD, CT | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Berlin Packaging L.L.C. | International | Chicago, IL | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Graham Packaging Co Inc. | Global | YORK, PA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Altium Packaging LLC | International | Atlanta, GA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Pretium Packaging Corporation | National | Chesterfield, MO | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Plastic Bottles market is 9.0% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Purchases. The cost trend for this component is stagnating, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
There is a moderate level of vendor risk in the market as vendors face moderate profit levels and financial risk.
The plastic bottle market has a moderate market share concentration, with the top four suppliers estimated to hold between 25.0% and 40.0% of the total market revenue.
Supply chain risk is moderate, mainly due to oil price fluctuations, which have been contributing to volatility in the price of plastic.
The United States is a net importer of plastic bottles, meaning it imports more plastic bottles than it exports. This provides buyers with increased access to competitively priced goods in the market.
Supplier Information
Plastipak Holdings Inc.
Plastipak Holdings Inc. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include plastic bottles. Founded in 1967, the company is currently headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Berry Global Group, Inc.
Berry Global Group, Inc. is a global supplier of a broad range of innovative rigid, flexible, and non-woven products for the consumer and industrial end markets, including healthcare, personal care, and food and beverage. Its business comprises four reportable segments: the Consumer Packaging International... Subscribe to learn more
CKS Packaging Inc.
CKS Packaging Inc. is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include plastic bottles. Founded in 1985, the company is currently headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Altium Packaging LLC
Altium Packaging LLC is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include plastic bottles. Founded in 2002, the company is currently headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America with an estimated 5500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Amcor Limited
Amcor plc is a packaging company for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home, and personal-care markets. Its packaging expertise covers all packaging materials, including paper, metal, plastic, recycled, and bio-based materials. It produces flexible and rigid packaging, specialty cartons, and closure... Subscribe to learn more
Berlin Packaging L.L.C.
Berlin Packaging L.L.C. is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing, manufacturing and professional, scientific & technical services sectors. The company's offerings include plastic bottles, glass bottles, hazardous waste containers and packaging design services. Founded in 1898, the... Subscribe to learn more
Graham Packaging Co Inc.
Graham Packaging Co Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include plastic bottles. Founded in 1900, the company is currently headquartered in YORK, Pennsylvania, United States of America with an estimated 7400 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Pretium Packaging Corporation
Pretium Packaging Corporation is a private company operating nationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include plastic bottles. Founded in 1974, the company is currently headquartered in Chesterfield, Missouri, United States of America with an estimated 1500 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Silgan Holdings Inc.
Silgan Holdings Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing and manufacturing sectors. The company's offerings include cans & pails, food & beverage cans, plastic bottles and metal cans. Founded in 1987, the company is currently headquartered in STAMFORD, Connecticut, United States of... Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Plastic Bottles Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Defect Density and On-Time Delivery (OTD). Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Price and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defect Density |
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Number of units Number of defective units |
Defect density represents the share of defective products a company produces. The cost of defective products will add up because buyers typically procure hundreds, if not thousands, of plastic bottles a month. Defect density can be used to determine if certain types of manufacturing, assembly, or quality assurance processes need to be revised or improved in some way. |
| On-Time Delivery (OTD) |
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Number of deliveries Number of on-time deliveries |
The on-time delivery rate represents the percentage of orders that arrive on time. On-time delivery is important because if the items are not received on time, then the buyer's operations can be delayed. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
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Experience and Expertise
How long have you been active in this field? How long have you served operators in my market?
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Supply Chain Risk
How diversified is your supplier base for inputs? Do you source from multiple suppliers in different global regions?
How do you minimize production costs? How often do you pass on such costs to your clients?
Location
Where are your production facilities located?
Where are your warehouses located?
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Plastic Bottles RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should describe their operations and use cases for plastic bottles.
Buyers should include a description of the current model of plastic bottles they use and their reason for purchasing a different model.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should describe the desired types of plastic bottles, including the plastic's thickness, opacity, volume held, color, and any customized features.
Buyers should specify all environmental standards the plastic bottles must adhere to.
Project Budget
Buyers should include a total budget for their plastic bottle order, factoring in shipping costs.
This budget should be broken down by price per each type of bottle and include prices for delivery costs.
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