United Kingdom Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Material (Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Polyethylene (PE), Polypropylene (PP), Polystyrene (PS), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), and Others), By Application (Food, Beverages, Pharmaceutical & Healthcare, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Automotive, Building & Construction, and Others), and United Kingdom Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2033

United Kingdom Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The U.K. Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Size is Growing at a CAGR of 3.01% From 2023 to 2033
• The U.K. Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Size is Expected to hold a Significant Share By 2033

The United Kingdom Rigid Plastic Packaging Market Size is Anticipated to hold a Significant Share By 2033, Growing at a CAGR of 3.01% From 2023 to 2033. The Growing adoption of rigid plastic packaging in the food and beverage sector and demand for rigid packaging solutions across the industrial sector are driving the growth of the rigid plastic packaging market in the UK.     

Market Overview

Rigid plastic packaging market refers to the production and sale of durable, shaped plastic containers and packaging solutions like bottles, jars, tubs, and boxes, that are used for various industries, offering product protection and preservation. Rigid plastic packaging comprises containers and enclosures made from plastics that make their shape and form. These packaging provide strong, durable, and protective solutions for various products such as food, beverages, and consumer goods. There is a growing need for packaged food owing to the inclination towards ready-to-eat products and the adoption of plastic material in rigid packaging products. The increasing aging population and middle-class population support the need for rigid plastic packaging, thereby accelerating the market growth opportunities.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the UK rigid plastic packaging market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom rigid plastic packaging market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the UK rigid plastic packaging market.

Driving Factors

The demand for rigid packaging solutions in various sectors such as food & beverages, personal care, and household products is driving the market for rigid plastic packaging. The increasing preference by manufacturers and consumers for rigid plastic packaging due to excellent protection of products especially during transportation and storage is propelling the market growth. In addition, the evolution of rigid plastic packaging due to technological advancements and innovation in material science for sustainable and eco-friendly packaging is propelling the market growth.

Restraining Factors

The increasing environmental concerns and regulatory restrictions are hindering the market growth of the rigid plastic packaging market.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom rigid plastic packaging market share is classified into material and application.

• The polyethylene terephthalate (PET) segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected period.

The United Kingdom rigid plastic packaging market is segmented by material into polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and others. Among these, the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected period. The advantages associated with the PET material rigid plastic packaging such as strength and lightweight responsible for propelling the market.

• The food segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected period.

The United Kingdom rigid plastic packaging market is segmented by application into food, beverages, pharmaceutical & healthcare, personal care & cosmetics, automotive, building & construction, and others. Among these, the food segment dominated the market with the largest revenue share in 2023 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the projected period. Rigid plastic packaging offers protection, durability, and extended shelf life for various food products such as yogurt cups, butter tubs, and containers for dips and spreads.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the U.K. rigid plastic packaging market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Amcor Group Gmbh
• Berry Global Inc.
• Aptar Group Inc.
• Coda Plastics Ltd.
• Berlin Packaging UK
• Esterform Packaging
• Cambrian Packaging
• Fernhill Packaging Ltd.
• Robinson plc
• Bison IBC Ltd
• P. Wilkinson Containers Ltd
• Plastic Closures Ltd.
• Greif Inc.
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In April 2024, Aldi moved to 100% recycled plastic on own labels soft drink and water bottles. Aldi has become the first supermarket in England and Wales to switch to 100% recycled plastic across its soft drink and water bottle own label range, excluding caps and labels.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at U.K., regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom rigid plastic packaging market based on the below-mentioned segments:

UK Rigid Plastic Packaging Market, By Material

• Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
• Polyethylene (PE)
• Polypropylene (PP)
• Polystyrene (PS)
• Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
• Others

UK Rigid Plastic Packaging Market, By Application

• Food
• Beverages
• Pharmaceutical & Healthcare
• Personal Care & Cosmetics
• Automotive