Global Returnable Packaging Market Size & Outlook

The global returnable packaging market size was estimated at USD 121,902.7 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 206,180.6 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6% from 2025 to 2033.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$121,902.7
Forecast, 2033 (US$M)
$206,180.6
CAGR, 2025 - 2033
6%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global returnable packaging market highlights

  • The global returnable packaging market generated a revenue of USD 121,902.7 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 206,180.6 million by 2033.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2033) of 6% by 2033.
  • In terms of segment, plastic accounted for a revenue of USD 81,734.8 million in 2024.
  • Metal is the most lucrative material segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, India is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2033.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 121,902.7 million
Market revenue in 2033USD 206,180.6 million
Growth rate6% (CAGR from 2025 to 2033)
Largest segmentPlastic
Fastest growing segmentMetal
Historical data covered2021 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2033
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationPlastic, Metal, Wood

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 26.6% of the global returnable packaging market in 2024.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • By country, India is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 15,304.4 million by 2033.

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Returnable Packaging Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Myers Industries View profile 1001-5000 Akron, Ohio, United States, North America http://myersindustries.com
VETROPACK View profile 501-1000 Kyiv, Kyyiv, Ukraine, Europe https://www.vetropack.com/
Rehrig Pacific Company View profile 5001-10000 Los Angeles, California, United States, North America http://www.rehrigpacific.com
CHEP View profile 10001+ Weybridge, Surrey, United Kingdom, Europe http://www.chep.com
ORBIS Corp. View profile 1001-5000 Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, United States, North America http://www.orbiscorporation.com
Schoeller Allibert View profile 1001-5000 Hoofddorp, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Europe http://www.schoellerallibert.com/
Amatech View profile 101-250 Erie, Pennsylvania, United States, North America https://www.amatechinc.com/
Nefab Group View profile 5001-10000 Jönköping, Jonkopings Lan, Sweden, Europe http://www.nefab.com/
Brambles Ltd View profile 12262 255 George Street, Level 29, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 2000 https://www.brambles.com
DS Smith PLC View profile 29672 1 Paddington Square, Level 3, London, United Kingdom, W2 1DL https://www.dssmith.com

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Plastic was the largest segment with a revenue share of 67.05% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global returnable packaging market based on plastic, metal, wood covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.


  • Global Returnable Packaging Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
    • Plastic
    • Metal
    • Wood
  • Global Returnable Packaging Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
    • Pallets
    • Crates
    • IBCs
    • Drums & Barrels
    • Dunnage
    • Others
  • Global Returnable Packaging End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
    • Food & Beverage
    • Automotive
    • Consumer Durables
    • Healthcare
    • Others

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