Uruguay Container Glass Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Uruguay Container Glass Market Report is Segmented by End-User Industry ((Beverages (Alcoholic Beverages (Beer and Cider, Wines and Spirits) and Non-Alcoholic Beverages (Carbonated Soft Drinks, Dairy-Based, Water and Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages)), Food, Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical, and Other End-User Industries). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Volume (Tons) for all the Above Segments.

Uruguay Container Glass Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Uruguay Container Glass Market Size

Uruguay Container Glass Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Volume (2025) 108.20 Thousand tons
Market Volume (2030) 129.63 Thousand tons
CAGR 3.68 %
Market Concentration High

Major Players

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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Uruguay Container Glass Market Analysis

The Uruguay Container Glass Market size in terms of shipment volume is expected to grow from 108.20 thousand tons in 2025 to 129.63 thousand tons by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.68% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • Uruguay's government will likely implement policies supporting green industries and sustainable manufacturing processes. This could lead to incentives for companies that produce recycled or eco-friendly glass containers, spurring growth in the container glass market. Businesses could also be encouraged to adopt circular economy practices, where glass is reused, reducing the industry's environmental footprint.
  • Uruguay is prominent in Latin America due to its high human development index and the opportunities it provides. The country's progress stems from its institutional stability and comprehensive social policies. The government has recently incorporated sustainable, inclusive, and environmentally friendly development into its core economic strategies. This approach includes setting ambitious targets for achieving equality, environmental preservation, and economic diversification.
  • Uruguay’s agriculture and food export growth will lead to higher production of processed food and beverages, which often require high-quality packaging. Glass is particularly popular in the packaging of premium products, such as sauces, jams, juices, wines, and spirits. This will directly benefit the container glass market as food and beverage manufacturers turn to glass packaging for its aesthetic appeal, preservation qualities, and eco-friendliness.
  • According to Vivir en Uruguay, Uruguay’s strong position as a reliable global supplier of food and agricultural products, with the agriculture and livestock sector contributing 6% to 7% of GDP, presents multiple opportunities for the Uruguayan container glass market to grow.
  • Uruguay’s agriculture and food export growth will lead to higher production of processed food and beverages, which often require high-quality packaging. Glass is particularly popular in the packaging of premium products, such as sauces, jams, juices, wines, and spirits. This will directly benefit the container glass market as food and beverage manufacturers turn to glass packaging for its aesthetic appeal, preservation qualities, and eco-friendliness.
  • Glass faces increasing competition from plastics, aluminum, and other lightweight packaging materials that are often cheaper, lighter, and more convenient to handle and transport. Packaging made from plastic or metal can be more cost-effective and practical for industries that require mass production and lightweight solutions, making it harder for glass to maintain a competitive edge.

Uruguay Container Glass Industry Overview

The container glass market in Uruguay is consolidated, with a few key players dominating the industry. Although competition from imports exists, the market remains largely under the control of established players, which have expanded their production capacity and plan to start exporting.

This consolidation is further supported by the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, which aligns with global trends toward reducing plastic use. Regional players also contribute to the market dynamics, but local production, significantly influences the market's structure and growth trajectory. 

Uruguay Container Glass Market Leaders

  1. Fabrica de Envases de Vidrio SA

  2. SIMSA S.A

  3. Acril Ltda

  4. VIMAS

  5. Packaging.uy

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Uruguay Container Glass Market News

  • October 2024: Pernod Ricard has launched a new, lighter bottle design for its Chivas Regal 18 whisky. The redesigned 70cl bottle uses 25% less glass compared to its predecessor, significantly reducing the product's environmental impact. Additionally, the company has made the brand's outer packaging fully recyclable, further enhancing its sustainability efforts.
  • November 2023: Absolut is introducing a limited-edition bottle called Absolut Mosaik, designed by Olly Alexander, a British singer, songwriter, actor, and advocate for inclusivity. This concept aligns with the brand's Born to Mix campaigns, which emphasize unity and diversity.

Uruguay Container Glass 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 Export-Import Data of Container Glass
  • 4.3 PESTEL ANALYSIS - Container Glass Industry in Uruguay
  • 4.4 Industry Standard and Regulation for Container Glass Use for Packaging
  • 4.5 Raw Material Analysis and Material Consideration for Packaging
  • 4.6 Sustainability Trends for Glass Packaging

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Government Support for Sustainability Initiatives
    • 5.1.2 Focus on Premium and Organic Products
  • 5.2 Market Challenge
    • 5.2.1 High Production and Energy Costs
  • 5.3 Analysis of the Current Positioning of Uruguay in the Latin America Container Glass Market
  • 5.4 Trade Scenerio - Analysis of the Historical and Current Export Import Paradigm for Container Glass Industry in Uruguay

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By End-user Vertical
    • 6.1.1 Beverages
    • 6.1.1.1 Alcoholic Beverages
    • 6.1.1.1.1 Beer and Cider
    • 6.1.1.1.2 Wine and Spirits
    • 6.1.1.2 Nona-Alcoholic Beverages
    • 6.1.1.2.1 Carbonated Soft Drinks
    • 6.1.1.2.2 Water
    • 6.1.1.2.3 Dairy Based Drinks
    • 6.1.1.2.4 Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages
    • 6.1.2 Cosmetics
    • 6.1.3 Pharmaceutical
    • 6.1.4 Other End-user Verticals

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Fabrica de Envases de Vidrio SA
    • 7.1.2 SIMSA S.A
    • 7.1.3 Acril Ltda
    • 7.1.4 VIMAS
    • 7.1.5 Packaging.uy
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

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Uruguay Container Glass Industry Segmentation

Container glass is used in the alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage industries due to its ability to maintain chemical inertness, sterility, and non-permeability. Glass packaging is valued for its unique properties, including its transparency, inertness, and ability to preserve the quality and integrity of its contents. It is often chosen for products where purity, safety, and environmental sustainability are paramount concerns.

The Uruguay container glass market is segmented by end-user vertical (beverages [alcoholic (wines and spirits, beer, and cider), non-alcoholic (carbonated soft drinks, water, dairy-based, and other non-alcoholic beverages)] food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and other end-user vertical). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (tons) for all the above segments.

By End-user Vertical Beverages Alcoholic Beverages Beer and Cider
Wine and Spirits
Nona-Alcoholic Beverages Carbonated Soft Drinks
Water
Dairy Based Drinks
Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Cosmetics
Pharmaceutical
Other End-user Verticals
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Uruguay Container Glass Market Research FAQs

How big is the Uruguay Container Glass Market?

The Uruguay Container Glass Market size is expected to reach 108.20 thousand tons in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 3.68% to reach 129.63 thousand tons by 2030.

What is the current Uruguay Container Glass Market size?

In 2025, the Uruguay Container Glass Market size is expected to reach 108.20 thousand tons.

Who are the key players in Uruguay Container Glass Market?

Fabrica de Envases de Vidrio SA, SIMSA S.A, Acril Ltda, VIMAS and Packaging.uy are the major companies operating in the Uruguay Container Glass Market.

What years does this Uruguay Container Glass Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Uruguay Container Glass Market size was estimated at 104.22 thousand tons. The report covers the Uruguay Container Glass Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Uruguay Container Glass Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Uruguay Container Glass Industry Report

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