Glass bottles and jars trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in glass bottles and jars was worth $14.33 billion in 2024, about 14.63 million tonnes. That is an increase of 48% since 2017, and down 9% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.33B | 14.63M t |
| 2023 | $15.79B | 15.08M t |
| 2022 | $15.13B | 16.43M t |
| 2021 | $13.26B | 16.28M t |
| 2020 | $11.13B | 14.61M t |
| 2019 | $10.93B | 14.69M t |
| 2018 | $10.63B | 14.10M t |
| 2017 | $9.71B | 12.82M t |
Top glass bottles and jars exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 18% of world exports, followed by Germany and Italy. The top three supply 37% between them, out of 186 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.60B | 18% |
| Germany | $1.65B | 12% |
| Italy | $1.01B | 7.1% |
| France | $977.0M | 6.8% |
| Mexico | $660.2M | 4.6% |
| Poland | $517.0M | 3.6% |
| Portugal | $514.7M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $510.3M | 3.6% |
| Bulgaria | $481.9M | 3.4% |
| India | $464.7M | 3.2% |
| United States | $320.0M | 2.2% |
| Croatia | $301.7M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (13%), France (12%) and Italy (6%). 221 countries imported it, and the top three take 32% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.85B | 13% |
| France | $1.78B | 12% |
| Italy | $891.7M | 6.2% |
| Spain | $863.6M | 6% |
| Belgium | $608.2M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $578.4M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $439.5M | 3.1% |
| Canada | $396.9M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $327.0M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $281.4M | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $250.4M | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $232.8M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.98 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $2.00 per kg and Portugal $0.48 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 7010: Carboys, bottles, flasks, jars, pots, phials, ampoules, containers of glass of a kind used for the conveyance or packing of goods; preserving jars of glass; stoppers, lids and other closures of glass. HS 7010 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most glass bottles and jars?
China exported $2.60 billion in 2024, 18% of the world total, followed by Germany (12%) and Italy (7%). In all, 186 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most glass bottles and jars?
The United States imported $1.85 billion in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of France (12%) and Italy (6%). The top three importers together take 32%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in glass bottles and jars?
It was worth $14.33 billion in 2024, about 14.63 million tonnes. That is an increase of 48% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $15.79 billion. 186 countries reported exports and 221 reported imports.
What is the average price of glass bottles and jars per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.98 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $2.00 per kg and Portugal $0.48 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for glass bottles and jars?
The HS code for glass bottles and jars is heading 7010, in chapter 70 (glass and glassware). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 7010 page.
How can I find glass bottles and jars buyers and suppliers?
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