Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2019 - 2022 |
| CAGR | 3.90 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market Analysis
The Latin America plastic caps and closures market is expected to register a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period (2021 - 2026).
The pandemic has also created economic turmoil for small, medium, and large-scale industries worldwide. Adding to the woes, country-wise lockdown inflicted by various governments to minimize the spread of the virus has further resulted in manufacturing industries taking a hit. The impact on the plastic caps and closures market is very minimal. It supports the end-user industries such as beverages, food, pharmaceutical and healthcare, cosmetics and toiletries, etc., which come under essential services and were not discontinued even amidst the lockdown restrictions in Latin America. However, the supply chain disruptions caused in starting four months in 2020 have resulted in order delays and lead time across the supply chain.
- Plastic caps and closures are extensively utilized in the food and beverage industry to protect and increase the product's shelf-life. This, in confluence with the escalating demand for packaged and ready-to-drink beverages, represents one of the primary factors bolstering the market growth in Latin America.
- Caps and closures use PET and PP as the primary raw materials for manufacturing. Industries rely on plastic caps and closures, as they are cost-effective sealing solutions. The demand for packaged food and pharmaceutical drugs has been increasing at a healthy rate. As an impact of this, the plastic caps and closures market is also expected to increase demand during the forecast period.
- Additionally, the increasing adoption of one-piece liner-less closures in packaged water bottles contributes to the region's market growth. Apart from this, the manufacturers are introducing flexible, airtight, tamperproof, and threaded plastic caps and closures. They are also offering customized solutions based on individual requirements. These factors are anticipated to expand plastic caps and closure in the region's pharmaceutical, cosmetics, personal care, and chemical industries.
- For instance, Bannex International Inc. is a full-service, global supplier of sustainable, high-quality packaging materials, equipment, and services. The company has been servicing the Latin American food and beverage industry for more than 30 years. Bannex provides easy-to-open closures that combine beauty, sustainable design, and superior materials, resulting in a consistent, quality product. It also supplies glass packaging, metal closures, plastic closures, and capping equipment for various food and beverage applications.
- Further, United Caps has launched bio-sourced 'greener' plastic closures. It has teamed up with Brazilian petrochemical company Braskem to produce plastic caps and closures made from sugar cane. The company has launched two standard closures manufactured using bioplastic resin from Braskem, including The Victoria closure, a 30/25 screw closure designed for still drinks, and Proflatseal, which is ideal for dairy products and still drinks, both pressurized and non-pressurized.
- Moreover, in cosmetic packaging, caps and closures are majorly used for preserving beauty products and extending their shelf life. Plastic is a prominent material in cosmetic packaging due to its low cost, lightweight, flexibility, durability, and other factors. Primary plastic resin materials used to manufacture caps and closure for cosmetic products are polyethylene and polypropylene. In addition, For personal care products, plastics are a material of choice for manufacturing caps and closures. Increasing applications of caps and closures in cosmetics and home care products is further expected to drive the Latin American market growth. The rising demand for childcare products is also likely to impact the Latin American market positively.
Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Latin America Plastic Caps & Closures Market according to our research experts:
Food and Beverage is Expected to Account For Significant Market Share
- The food and beverage industry has dominated the Latin American PET market due to the massive demand for PET resins to manufacture bottles for soft drinks and other beverages. The beverage industry leads the plastic caps and closures market. At the same time, bottled water is expected to grow in every region, thus driving the plastic caps and closures market. Factors like innovative/customized products tamper-evident, child-resistant, and others are the driving aspects of the plastic caps and closures market. Additionally, Sales of the on-the-go format are also expected to grow.
- Single-serving beverage bottles are being used more and more in fruit juices, enhanced waters, and other ready-to-drink beverages. Consumers look for alternatives to carbonated soft drinks that can be easily transported and consumed on the go due to increasing health concerns.
- With the changing lifestyle, there is a spur in demand for packaged food in the region, which further augments the demand for PP packaging films in the industry. Brazil and Mexico are amongst the significant contributor to the demand growth in the area.
- Mexico has a strong food processing industry that leads to Mexican brands like Bimbo, PepsiCo, Lala, Nestle, etc. Moreover, it has smaller domestic companies with established supply channels with major warehouse food clubs across Mexico, including Costco and Sam鈥檚 Club, which serve a large portion of the foodservice sector. This further drive the growth of the market in the region.
- Further, according to Greenpeace Mexico, more than 7 million tons of plastic are produced per year; 48% of this material is destined for packaging. Although many of them are recyclable, they will not necessarily end up being recycled. For this reason, five municipalities and 22 states in Mexico have adopted laws or initiatives against single-use plastics due to their severe impact on ecosystems and biodiversity against their temporary use. Regulatory steps such as these will boost the growth of PETcaps and closures in the region due to its ability to recycle.
Brazil to Account for Significant Share in the Market
- The Brazilian automotive sector is driving the filled polyolefin market in Brazil. Brazil has a relatively broad customer market base. The automotive industry has spread its wing far across to assembling and making Formula 1 racing cars. The automotive sector is a significant contributing sector to the Brazilian economy. The industry has undergone a considerable transformation with globalization.
- 糖心vlog传媒 72% of the PET resin demand was from the bottle application, driven by the beverage bottles for mineral water, carbonated soft drinks, ready-to-drink tea, and functional, dairy, and energy drinks. It is expected that the lightweight PET bottle trend will continue in the future as it is cost-saving. The country is also among the major markets for PET bottles collection and recycling.
- For instance, Alpek has announced to acquire the Brazilian PET producer, PQS, which has a production capacity of 450,000 tons per year.
- Further, the Brazilian beer market is the third-largest globally and produces 14 billion liters per year. The acquisition of Kirin by Heineken is additionally likely to drive the Latin American PET market.
- Furthermore, many Brazilian cosmetics and personal care companies have strategically partnered with many global packaging companies for the packaging and expanding their global footprint and growing their product line and customer base into new markets. For instance, Weener Plastics (WP) has acquired the shares and operations of Orange Products Plasticos Ltda in Brazil (OPB) from Orange Products Inc (OPI) and C-Pack, its current shareholders. This acquisition will allow OP Brazil to provides the best packaging solution and grow its product line and customer base into new markets.
Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Industry Overview
The Latin America plastic caps and closures market is moderately competitive in nature. The major players with a significant share in the market are expanding their customer base across various regions. In addition, many companies are forming strategic and collaborative initiatives with multiple companies to increase their market share and profitability. Some of the recent developments in the market are:
November 2020 - New 3Cora莽玫es Cappuccino Package has been launched Using Aptar's BAP Technology. The new package, featuring a welded-on closure and pull ring, offers convenience and functionality for food packaging. Further, Aptar has bought to Brazil a highly advanced technology that offers convenience and functionality for food packaging: Bonded Aluminum to Plastic, or BAP. This new technology in Brazil will be featured on the new national favorite Cappuccino 3Cora莽玫es. For the development of this new package, Aptar and 3Cora莽玫es surveyed cappuccino consumers. They identified three main focus areas regarding the consumption experience: a tight seal between the closure and bottle, ease of opening and closing, and a wide opening for easy access to the content.
Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market Leaders
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Silgan Holdings Inc.
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Alb茅a Reynosa
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Guala Closures Mexico SA DE CV
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Bericap
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AptarGroup Inc.
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market News
- May 2021 - Amcor Colombia has announced its unique R&D capabilities for creating innovative new packaging and closure solutions that meet high standards for shelf life, sustainability criteria, and visual appeal.
- December 2020 - Guala Closures Group has partnered with Oceanworks, a digital marketplace that streamlines the sourcing of verified recycled material collected from coastal ecosystems where it is at significant risk of ending up in the ocean. Oceanworks will supply 100% recycled polymers to Guala Closures, which will develop closures for its wine and spirits range and develop a range of closures produced using ocean plastics for the American market.
Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET INSIGHTS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Industry Value Chain Analysis
4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.4 Assessment of COVID-19 Impact on the Industry
5. MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Rising Demand for Smaller-sized Packs
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 Lightweight and Cost-effective Stand-up Pouch Packaging Alternatives
6. MARKET SEGMENTATION
6.1 By Material
6.1.1 PET
6.1.2 PP
6.1.3 LDPE and HDPE
6.1.4 Other Materials
6.2 By End-user Industry
6.2.1 Beverage (Bottled Water, Beer, Dairy, RTD, Wine, Spirits, etc.)
6.2.2 Food
6.2.3 Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
6.2.4 Cosmetics and Toiletries
6.2.5 Household Chemicals (Detergents, Cleaners, Soaps, and Polishes)
6.2.6 Other End-user Industries (Automotive Cleaners, Paints and Coatings, Chemicals, etc.)
6.3 By Country
6.3.1 Brazil
6.3.2 Mexico
6.3.3 Argentina
6.3.4 Columbia
6.3.5 Chile
6.3.6 Peru
6.3.7 Others
7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
7.1 Company Profiles
7.1.1 Silgan Holdings Inc.
7.1.2 Alb茅a Reynosa
7.1.3 Guala Closures Mexico SA DE CV
7.1.4 Bericap
7.1.5 AptarGroup Inc.
7.1.6 Amcor Ltd
7.1.7 Crown Holdings Inc.
7.1.8 Closure Systems International Inc.
7.1.9 Berry Global Inc.
- *List Not Exhaustive
8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
9. FUTURE OF THE MARKET
Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Industry Segmentation
The Latin America plastic caps and closures market studies various segments that manufacture different types of plastic materials, such as PET, PP, HDPE, LDPE, and other materials. The end-user industries of the caps and closure market include beverage, food, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, cosmetics and toiletries, and other end-users, such as household chemicals like detergents, cleaners, soaps, and polishes, automotive cleaners, paints and coatings, and chemicals, among others. The study also tracks the impact of COVID-19 on the overall plastic caps and closures market.
| By Material | |
| PET | |
| PP | |
| LDPE and HDPE | |
| Other Materials |
| By End-user Industry | |
| Beverage (Bottled Water, Beer, Dairy, RTD, Wine, Spirits, etc.) | |
| Food | |
| Pharmaceutical and Healthcare | |
| Cosmetics and Toiletries | |
| Household Chemicals (Detergents, Cleaners, Soaps, and Polishes) | |
| Other End-user Industries (Automotive Cleaners, Paints and Coatings, Chemicals, etc.) |
| By Country | |
| Brazil | |
| Mexico | |
| Argentina | |
| Columbia | |
| Chile | |
| Peru | |
| Others |
Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market Research FAQs
What is the current Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market size?
The Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market is projected to register a CAGR of 3.9% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market?
Silgan Holdings Inc., Alb茅a Reynosa , Guala Closures Mexico SA DE CV, Bericap and AptarGroup Inc. are the major companies operating in the Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market.
What years does this Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market cover?
The report covers the Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Latin America Plastic Caps and Closures Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Latin America Plastic Closures & Caps Industry Report
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