India Metal Packaging Market

India Metal Packaging Market Overview:

The India metal packaging market size reached USD 5.5 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 6.8 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.4% during 2025-2033. The growing demand for sustainable and recyclable packaging, increasing use in the food and beverage industry, rising urbanization, stricter regulations on plastic usage, advancements in packaging technology, and expanding applications in pharmaceuticals and industrial sectors are expanding the India metal packaging market share.

India Metal Packaging Market Trends:

Rising Demand for Sustainable Packaging Solutions 

The India metal packaging market growth is driven by the increasing demand for eco-friendly and recyclable materials. With growing environmental concerns and stricter regulations on plastic usage, industries are shifting toward metal packaging options like aluminum cans, steel drums, and tin containers. For instance, as per an article published in 2024, with barely 25% of the 4 million tonnes of plastic garbage produced annually being recycled or treated, India has stepped up efforts to address the escalating plastic waste challenge. The Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework was implemented by the government to address this environmental issue and hold manufacturers responsible for gathering and recycling their plastic waste. To encourage a circular economy and lessen plastic pollution, a cutting-edge online EPR trading platform has been introduced that enables recyclers to earn certificates for recovered plastic, which businesses may buy to achieve their recycling goals. The durability and recyclability of metal make it a preferred choice for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical packaging. Additionally, consumer preference for sustainable products and the rising popularity of ready-to-eat and canned food products are further propelling the market. This trend is expected to continue as brands focus on reducing carbon footprints and promoting circular economy practices.

Growth in the Beverage and Food Industry 

The expansion of the beverage and food industry in India is fueling the demand for metal packaging. For instance, on March 16, 2025, PepsiCo revealed its intention to grow its packaged food business in India by customizing goods to suit local tastes, acknowledging the wide range of tastes across the nation. The company has made considerable investments in customer research and divided India into nine clusters in order to better understand and serve these diverse taste profiles. Furthermore, with the rising popularity of energy drinks, canned beverages, and packaged foods, metal cans and containers are becoming essential for preserving product freshness and extending shelf life. The convenience offered by metal packaging, coupled with its ability to protect against contamination and maintain product quality, is attracting major players in the industry. Additionally, the growing urban population and increasing disposable income are driving higher consumption of packaged food and beverages, which, in turn, is positively impacting the India metal packaging market outlook.

India Metal Packaging Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product type, material and application.

Product Type Insights:

• Cans
• Drums
• Metal Caps and Closures
• Bulk Containers
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type. This includes cans, drums, metal caps and closures, bulk containers, and others.

Material Insights:

• Steel
• Aluminium
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the material have also been provided in the report. This includes steel, aluminium, and others.

Application Insights:

• Beverage Packaging
• Food Packaging
• Healthcare and Personal Care Products Packaging
• Cosmetic Packaging
• Industrial Packaging
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes beverage packaging, food packaging, healthcare and personal care products packaging, cosmetic packaging, industrial packaging, and others.

Regional Insights:

• North India
• South India
• East India
• West India

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

India Metal Packaging Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the India metal packaging market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the India metal packaging market on the basis of product type?
• What is the breakup of the India metal packaging market on the basis of material?
• What is the breakup of the India metal packaging market on the basis of application?
• What is the breakup of the India metal packaging market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the India metal packaging market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India metal packaging?
• What is the structure of the India metal packaging market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the India metal packaging market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India metal packaging market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India metal packaging market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India metal packaging industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.