China Plastic Bottles Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The China Plastic Bottles Market Report is Segmented by Resin (Polyethylene (PE), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Polypropylene (PP), and Other Resins) and End-Use Industries (Food, Beverage [Bottled Water, Carbonated Soft Drinks, Alcoholic Beverages, Juices and Energy Drinks, and Other Beverages (Powdered and Dairy-Based Beverages)], Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care and Toiletries, Household Chemicals, Paints and Coatings, and Other End-Use Industries). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) and Volume (Tonnes) for the Above Segments.

China Plastic Bottles Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

China Plastic Bottles Market Size

China Plastic Bottles Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 1.42 Million
Market Size (2030) USD 1.56 Million
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 1.78 %
Market Concentration Low

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China Plastic Bottles Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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China Plastic Bottles Market Analysis

The China Plastic Bottles Market size is estimated at USD 1.42 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 1.56 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 1.78% during the forecast period (2025-2030). In terms of production volume, the market is expected to grow from 1.57 million tonnes in 2025 to 1.70 million tonnes by 2030, at a CAGR of 1.68% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

China is a global leader in plastic consumption. Fueled by abundant raw materials and a cost-effective production environment, the country has seen a notable uptick in plastic production. This would encourage the market for plastic bottles in the country.

Rising demand from China's food and beverage industries is rapidly fueling the plastic bottles market. Notably, the surge in demand for PET plastic bottles, used to package water, juices, soft drinks, medications, household chemicals, and personal care items, stands out as a critical driver of the market's expansion.

The demand for plastic bottles is expected to rise, driven by a surging population, rapid urbanization, and a notable shift from metals to plastics. According to the National Bureau of Statistics of China, the degree of urbanization in China in 2023 reached 66.16%, up from 63.89% in 2020. The nation's growing preference for beverages further bolsters this trend.

The growth of the Chinese plastic bottles market is intricately tied to factors such as the rising disposable incomes of consumers and a strong emphasis on innovative packaging solutions. According to the National Bureau of Statistics of China, the annual per capita disposable income for urban households in China in 2023 was CNY 51,821 (USD 7,332), up from CNY 47,412 (USD 6,708) in 2022.

According to a study by Just China It, a sourcing and shipping solution company, China's plastic production stands at 95.7 million tons, encompassing both usage and recycling. This indicates China's global importation of plastic waste, emphasizing its commitment to reusability and environmental conservation. PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottles, commonly used for beverages and food, are recycled in China, bolstering the nation's Green campaign. As demand surged, China's plastic bottle manufacturers expanded their operations.

China has long grappled with plastic pollution, a crisis compounded by its severe air pollution. The nation not only accounts for a significant share, around one-fifth, of global plastic consumption but also stands out as the world's leading manufacturer and exporter of single-use and virgin plastics. In March 2023, the World Bank's management sanctioned a USD 250 million International Bank of Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) loan. The loan was committed to tackling plastic pollution in Shaanxi Province, China.

China Plastic Bottles Industry Overview

The Chinese plastic bottles market is fragmented with the presence of global and domestic players such as Alpla Group, Berry Global Inc., GracePack, Shenzhen Zhenghao Plastic & Mold Co. Ltd, Zhejiang Xinlei Packaging Co. Ltd, Dongguan Xianglin Plastic Product Co. Ltd, and Shanghai COPAK Industry Co. Ltd. These companies are focused on expanding business through new investments, mergers, collaborations, and more.

  • December 2023 - Zhenghao Plastic & Mold Co. Ltd introduced a new HDPE sandblasting material featuring a double-layer bottle construction. The final bottle boasts a matte, soft-touch finish, allowing for custom logo printing through silk-screen or hot stamping. Clients predominantly utilize this material for high-quality, luxury cosmetic and personal care packaging. The HDPE sandblasting plastic bottle exhibits an utterly matte finish, even under direct light.

China Plastic Bottles Market Leaders

  1. Alpla Group

  2. Berry Global, Inc.

  3. Shenzhen Zhenghao Plastic & Mold Co. Ltd.

  4. Shanghai COPAK Industry Co., Ltd.

  5. GracePack

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
China Plastic Bottles Market Concentration
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China Plastic Bottles Market News

  • July 2024 - China Resources C’estbon Beverage Co. Ltd (C’estbon Beverage), one of China's top two bottled water brands, opted for Sidel's cutting-edge complete-line packaging solution to bolster its expansion into large-format water production. With the integration of Sidel's latest EvoBLOW XL blower in a Combi configuration, the new lines can produce 12,000 bottles of either 4.5 L or 6 L capacity per hour. This advancement reinforces C’estbon Beverage's stature as a frontrunner in packaged water innovation.
  • April 2024 - The Coca-Cola Company unveiled 500 ml bottles crafted entirely from recycled plastic for its flagship fizzy drink in Hong Kong. The global beverage company announced that all 500 ml bottles of Coca-Cola Original, Coca-Cola No Sugar, and Coca-Cola Plus in Hong Kong will be produced using 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET). This marks the inaugural use of rPET in China.

China Plastic Bottles Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
  • 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 Import and Export Analysis (HS Code - 392330)

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Increasing Consumption of Single-serve Beverages
    • 5.1.2 Food and Beverage Industries Poised for Growth
  • 5.2 Market Challenges
    • 5.2.1 Stringent Regulations and Environmental Concerns Surrounding Plastic Materials

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Resin
    • 6.1.1 Polyethylene (PE)
    • 6.1.2 Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
    • 6.1.3 Polypropylene (PP)
    • 6.1.4 Other Resins
  • 6.2 By End-use Industries
    • 6.2.1 Food
    • 6.2.2 Beverage
    • 6.2.2.1 Bottled Water
    • 6.2.2.2 Carbonated Soft Drinks
    • 6.2.2.3 Alcoholic Beverages
    • 6.2.2.4 Juices and Energy Drinks
    • 6.2.2.5 Other Beverages
    • 6.2.3 Pharmaceuticals
    • 6.2.4 Personal Care and Toiletries
    • 6.2.5 Industrial
    • 6.2.6 Household Chemicals
    • 6.2.7 Paints and Coatings
    • 6.2.8 Other End-use Industries

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles*
    • 7.1.1 Alpla Group
    • 7.1.2 Berry Global, Inc.
    • 7.1.3 Dongguan Xianglin Plastic Product Co. Ltd
    • 7.1.4 Shenzhen Zhenghao Plastic & Mold Co. Ltd
    • 7.1.5 Zhejiang Xinlei Packaging Co. Ltd
    • 7.1.6 Shanghai COPAK Industry Co. Ltd
    • 7.1.7 GracePack
    • 7.1.8 GuangZhou HuaXin Plastic Products Co. Ltd
  • 7.2 Competitor Analysis - Emerging Vs Established Players

8. RECYCLING AND SUSTAINABILITY LANDSCAPE

9. FUTURE OF THE MARKET

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China Plastic Bottles Industry Segmentation

The scope of the study characterizes the plastic bottles market based on the raw materials of the product, such as PP, PE, PET, and other raw materials, used across various end-use industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, beverages, cosmetics, and toiletries. The research also examines underlying growth influencers and significant industry vendors, all of which help to support market estimates and growth rates throughout the anticipated period. The market estimates and projections are based on the base year factors and arrived at top-down and bottom-up approaches.

The Chinese plastic bottles market is segmented by resin (polyethylene (PE), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polypropylene (PP), and other resins) and end-use industries (food, beverage [bottled water, carbonated soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, juices and energy drinks and other beverages (powdered and dairy-based beverages)], pharmaceuticals, personal care and toiletries, household chemicals, paints and coatings, and other end-use industries). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD) and volume (tonnes) for all the above segments.

By Resin Polyethylene (PE)
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
Polypropylene (PP)
Other Resins
By End-use Industries Food
Beverage Bottled Water
Carbonated Soft Drinks
Alcoholic Beverages
Juices and Energy Drinks
Other Beverages
Pharmaceuticals
Personal Care and Toiletries
Industrial
Household Chemicals
Paints and Coatings
Other End-use Industries
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China Plastic Bottles Market Research FAQs

How big is the China Plastic Bottles Market?

The China Plastic Bottles Market size is expected to reach USD 1.42 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 1.78% to reach USD 1.56 million by 2030.

What is the current China Plastic Bottles Market size?

In 2025, the China Plastic Bottles Market size is expected to reach USD 1.42 million.

Who are the key players in China Plastic Bottles Market?

Alpla Group, Berry Global, Inc., Shenzhen Zhenghao Plastic & Mold Co. Ltd., Shanghai COPAK Industry Co., Ltd. and GracePack are the major companies operating in the China Plastic Bottles Market.

What years does this China Plastic Bottles Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the China Plastic Bottles Market size was estimated at USD 1.39 million. The report covers the China Plastic Bottles Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the China Plastic Bottles Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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