Product Code: ETC023340 | Publication Date: Aug 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The United Arab Emirates Plastic Containers Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Starting high at 14.45% in 2025, the market steadily declines to 13.94% by 2029.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) plastic containers market is a significant segment of the country`s packaging industry. Plastic containers are widely used for packaging various products in industries such as food and beverages, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and household chemicals. These containers offer advantages like durability, lightweight, and cost-effectiveness, making them a popular choice among manufacturers and consumers alike. Further, the market witnessed steady growth in the period 2025-2031, driven by increasing demand from the growing population, rising disposable income, and the expansion of various end-use industries. Additionally, the UAE status as a regional trade hub contributes to the market`s growth due to extensive import and export activities.
The UAE packaging industry has been witnessing growth, propelled by the expanding e-commerce sector, a surge in organized retail, and the increasing consumption of packaged goods, driving the demand for plastic containers. Further, as urbanization continues, there is a shift in consumer preferences towards convenient and portable packaging solutions, which favor the use of plastic containers. Moreover, the UAE thriving tourism and hospitality sectors necessitate extensive packaging requirements, particularly in the food and beverage industry, providing a significant boost to the demand for plastic containers.
The extensive use of plastic containers raises environmental concerns due to their non-biodegradable nature, leading to waste management challenges and pollution. Further, the UAE government has been increasingly imposing strict regulations on single-use plastics and non-recyclable materials, which might impact the production and consumption of plastic containers. Moreover, plastic containers face competition from alternative packaging materials like glass, paper, and metal, especially in premium product segments.
The COVID-19 pandemic had both positive and negative impacts on the UAE plastic containers market. During the initial stages of the pandemic, there was a surge in demand for essential products, including packaged food and sanitization items, leading to an increased need for plastic containers. However, the overall packaging industry faced disruptions in the supply chain, production, and logistics due to lockdown measures and decreased consumer spending.
The UAE plastic containers market is characterized by the presence of several domestic and international players. Some of the key players in the market include RPC Group, ALPLA Group, Greif Inc., Berry Inc., Alpha Packaging and Amcor plc.
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 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Overview |
3.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material , 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Trends |
6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market, By Types |
6.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market, By Material |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Material , 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By PET, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By PP, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By HDPE, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By LDPE, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market, By End-user |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Beverages, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetic, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Household Care, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material , 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Plastic Containers Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |