| Product Code: ETC6184948 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In the Australia metal cans and glass jars market, the import trend exhibited significant growth from 2023 to 2024, with a growth rate of 10.03%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period 2020-2024 stood at 6.89%. This import momentum can be attributed to increased demand for packaging materials driven by evolving consumer preferences and expanding product lines in the food and beverage industry.
Australias market for metal cans and glass jars supports a diverse range of packaged food and beverage products. The glass jar segment appeals to premium and eco-conscious consumers, while metal cans offer durability and convenience. Both formats are seeing increased interest due to sustainability trends and government efforts to reduce plastic waste.
In Australia, the combined market for metal cans and glass jars is shaped by consumer preferences for recyclable and sustainable packaging. While metal cans dominate in beverages and preserved foods due to durability and convenience, glass jars remain popular for premium and organic food products. Packaging aesthetics and functional design are playing a larger role in purchasing decisions, while e-commerce growth is influencing packaging innovations for safer shipping.
This market is under pressure from shifting consumer and industry preferences toward flexible and sustainable packaging options. Glass jars are heavy and costly to transport, while metal cans are energy-intensive to produce. Additionally, recycling infrastructure in Australia is still evolving, making it difficult to achieve high recovery rates. These factors, combined with increasing import competition, present ongoing challenges to market expansion.
This market offers diverse investment avenues, particularly for firms enhancing the aesthetics, durability, and eco-efficiency of packaging solutions. Investors can target dual-line production facilities that handle both metal and glass packaging, or niche players focused on premium packaging for gourmet and organic food products. The rise of e-commerce also calls for investments in shatter-resistant and recyclable packaging designs.
Government policies aimed at reducing waste, improving recycling infrastructure, and reducing plastic usage influence the market for metal cans and glass jars. The governments commitment to a national recycling scheme, such as the Container Deposit Scheme (CDS), provides incentives for recycling and encourages the use of materials like metal and glass that are easier to recycle. Policies promoting the reduction of single-use plastics and supporting sustainable packaging materials are also creating a shift toward metal cans and glass jars.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Sustainable packaging trends favoring the use of metal cans and glass jars |
4.2.2 Increasing consumer demand for convenience and on-the-go packaging solutions |
4.2.3 Growing preference for eco-friendly and recyclable packaging materials in Australia |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Intense competition from alternative packaging materials such as plastic and paper |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges related to packaging waste management and recycling policies |
5 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Trends |
6 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Metal Cans, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass Jars, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Indirect Sales, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct Sales, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market, By End User |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Beverages, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemicals, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of recycled content in metal cans and glass jars |
8.2 Number of new product launches using metal cans and glass jars |
8.3 Consumer perception and awareness of the eco-friendly attributes of metal cans and glass jars |
8.4 Adoption rate of metal cans and glass jars in various industries and applications |
8.5 Investment in research and development for innovative packaging solutions using metal cans and glass jars |
9 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Metal Cans And Glass Jars Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |