EPR stands for Extended Producer Responsibility which is a pollution and waste management policy the Indiagovernment has. By this business-owners and importers are responsible for the management of their plastic waste.

India Recycled Glass Market (2025-2031) | Outlook, Forecast, Analysis, Trends, Value, Size, Industry, Share, Revenue, Growth & Companies

Name: India Recycled Glass Market | Size, Analysis & Volume 2031
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Market Forecast By Product (Crushed Glass, Cullets, Glass Powder), By Application (Glass Bottle & Containers, Flat Glass, Fiber Glass, Highway Beads, Abrasives, Fillers, Others) And Competitive Landscape

Product Code: ETC355704	Publication Date: Aug 2023	Updated Date: May 2025	Product Type: Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch	No. of Pages: 70	No. of Figures: 35	No. of Tables: 5

India Recycled Glass Market Highlights

Report Name	India Recycled Glass Market
Forecast period	2025-2031
CAGR	7.5%
Growing Sector	Packaging

Topics Covered in the India Recycled Glass Market Report

The India Recycled Glass market report thoroughly covers the market by product and by application. The report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the on-going market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.

India Recycled Glass Market Synopsis

India Recycled glass market outlook is promising with steady growth expected in the coming future amidst increased environmental awareness of consumers and helpful government initiatives. The demand for eco-friendly packaging pushes recycled glass production. Recycled glass will continue to grow in demand because it conserves resources, reduces waste and also contributes to lowering greenhouse emissions. As environmental concerns increase globally, India is expected to up its recycled glass production to meet the demand of the current market.

According to 6Wresearch, the India Recycled Glass market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% during 2025-2031.The top key driver of the India recycled glass market is environmental concerns with increased awareness about resource conservation, waste management and pollution, which propels the demand for recycled glass. Additionally, government initiatives and policies also push sustainable practices by businesses and organizations. Extended Producer Responsibility or EPR regulations encourage manufacturers in the glass packaging industry to give priority to waste management and recycling. Furthermore, a definite shift towards providing sustainable packaging has also helped the growth of the recycled glass industry. This is mainly because glass is 100% recyclable without any loss of quality, making it great for cheap packaging solutions. Another important growth driver for the recycled glass industry is allowing businesses to save costs by minimizing the need to buy raw materials and instead using recycled glass. Lastly, recycled glass is now used in various industries such as construction, consumer goods and packaging, propelling its demand and eventual growth.

India Recycled Glass Market Trends

The India recycled glass market is expected to expand with newer ways to utilize this 100% recyclable material.

Focus on Sustainability - Businesses and consumers are more aware of the benefits of environmentally-friendly practices which is a key trend that drives demand for recycled glass in India.

NewTechnology - Technological advancements means newer ways being discovered to use recycled glass in industries, as well as improvement in the quality of the said products. Efficient recycled glass production is leading to its use in aerospace, highway road construction, fiberglass, flat glass, and more.

Cullet Segment - Holding the largest market share in the India recycled glass industry, the cullet or crushed glass that is mixed with other materials, will continue to exert its dominance in the next few years.

Control in Plastic Usage - Government policies regarding control in use of plastics propel the use of recycled glass as an alternative in packaging and other industries.

Investment Opportunities in the India Recycled Glass Market

With circular economic initiatives currently being promoted by the India government, this is a good time to invest in the recycled glass market.

Glass Companies - Investment opportunities in glass companies that prioritize focusing on renewable energy, lifestyle upgrades and urbanization will drive growth.

Glass Technology Companies - Technology investments wherein the purity of recycled glass and its efficiency is improved can lead to market advantages. Businesses will experience significant cost-savings with improved recycled glass quality.

Glass Recycling Facility - Collection, distribution and production of glass as well as transportation systems that provide the recycled glass industry support are also going to be profitable.

Key Players in the India Recycled Glass Market

The India recycled glass market has several key players cashing in on the government’s circular economic initiatives and environmental awareness of the public. Glass King Recycling, Glass2Sand, NCL Waste Collection, Capricorn Recycling, and AKR Industry are companies not just collecting and sorting waste, but also involved in the production of recycled glass. Moreover, some of these players hold majority of the India Recycled Glass market share. This is then distributed to various industries which require glass cullet. Other notable players in the market are Strategic Materials, Momentum Recycling, and Ardagh Group which collects, processes and distributes recycled glass products to organizations. Other prominent players are Glass Recycling Company, Heritage, and Harsco Minerals International focus on the manufacturing aspect of recycled glass.

Government Regulations in the India Recycled Glass Market

In India, government regulations play a crucial role in the recycled glass market, particularly through its emphasis on environmental concerns and circular economic policy. EPR or Extended Producer Responsibility mandates that manufacturers working in glass packaging are themselves responsible for recycling their packaging waste. Further, these initiatives have boosted the India Recycled Glass market revenues.In addition, the government regulations are also in place which have streamlined the export and import of glass waste and scrap, which aims to reduce waste and increase the use of recycled glass in multiple industries. The India government is also actively promoting the use of recycled glass in industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, packaging, construction, food and beverages and more. Advocating with policymakers to bring about a more conducive environment will propel growth in the next few years.

Future Insights of the India Recycled Glass Market

The India recycled glass market has a very promising future ahead with multiple government support initiatives to propel its growth across industries. The price-sensitive subcontinent has businesses understanding that the cost of collecting and recycling glass is less than buying new raw materials, which will boost production substantially shortly. With the global market projected to grow as well, India manufacturers are rare investing in technologies that make glass recycling more efficient and cost-effective. Landfill waste, a significant environmental concern the nation faces, also sees a drop in glass recycling, further driving the growth of the industry. Recycled glass is projected to be used more often in the food and beverages industry as well.

Cullets GlassCategory to Dominate the Market- By Product

According to Dhaval, Research Manager, 6Wresearch,the India recycled glass market is experiencing robust growth, particularly in the cullet segment, which is a recycled glass material ready for recycling. This growth is driven by increasing environmental awareness, sustainable practices, and the use of cullet as a cost-effective alternative to new glass production. The cullet segment is expected to continue its dominance due to its quality, low energy requirements, and ability to extend furnace life.

Fillersto Dominate the Market- By Application

A key growing application ofIndia recycled glass market isconstruction, where recycled glass is used as a filler aggregate, in polymer concrete, and for landscaping materials. Rapid urbanization as well as rising population has spurred the construction sector in the country.

Key Attractiveness of the Report

10 Years Market Numbers.
Historical Data Starting from 2021 to 2024.
Base Year 2024.
Forecast Data until 2031.
Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

India Recycled Glass Market Outlook
India Recycled Glass Market Outlook
Market Size of India Recycled Glass Market, 2024
Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market, 2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021-2031
India Recycled Glass Market Trend Evolution
India Recycled Glass Market Drivers and Challenges
India Recycled Glass Price Trends
India Recycled Glass Porter's Five Forces
India Recycled Glass Industry Life Cycle
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Product for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Crushed Glass for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Cullets for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Glass Powder for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Glass Bottle & Containers for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Flat Glass for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Fiber Glass for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Highway Beads for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Abrasives for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Fillers for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of India Recycled Glass Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2021-2031
India Recycled Glass Import Export Trade Statistics
Market Opportunity Assessment By Product
Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
India Recycled Glass Top Companies Market Share
India Recycled Glass Competitive Benchmarking, By Technical and Operational Parameters
India Recycled Glass Company Profiles
India Recycled Glass Key Strategic Recommendations