Bottles and containers comprise one of the largest global markets for glass.

By far, most containers are sold into the food and beverage industry, with the rest sold for pharmaceuticals, perfume, and cosmetics. According to a report by Future Market Insights, the global market for beverages in 2016 reached just over $31 billion. Another report from Global Industry Analysts predicts the global market for glass packaging could reach $55 billion by 2020.