Glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods market in Germany

Earlier Report Observations

The market for glass ampoules in Germany began the period at a high of 2.4 million units in 2018, supported by a 4% revenue growth in the broader glass industry that year. However, volume collapsed to 1.4 million units in 2019 even as hollow glass revenues remained stable, suggesting a shift toward higher-value products or price increases that kept market value steady at around $59 million.

After a further decline to 1.0 million units by 2022, the market showed signs of stabilization. In 2022, Schott AG's investment in a new production site for pre‑fillable polymer syringes indicated diversification within the packaging sector, potentially affecting demand for traditional glass ampoules. The following year, Gerresheimer AG cut its revenue forecasts due to slow market recovery and built‑up inventories of glass ampoules, which contributed to the market's drop to 1.0 million units in 2023. By 2024, however, the market rebounded to 1.2 million units, driven by domestic sales growth and innovation awards that stimulated new product development, despite ongoing challenges in securing green hydrogen for glass melting.

Production glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods in Germany

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Following a two-year decline, Germany's production of glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods has rebounded. In 2020, output reached 50 786 K $ US, marking a modest increase of 2.7% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production fell by 31.6%, which translates to an annualized decline of 11.9%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 49 468 K $ US, while the sharpest drop occurred in 2018 with a decrease of 24.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, M unit

After two years of contraction, Germany's production volume of glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods has shown an uptick. In 2020, 1 277 M units were produced, reflecting a slight year-over-year gain of 2.3%. From 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 42.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -17.1%. The minimum volume was observed in 2019 at 1 249 M units, and the largest decline took place in 2018 with a 43.0% reduction.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in kind, 2017-2020, M unit

Exports glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods from Germany

Exports in kind, M unit

The market exhibited significant volatility during this period. The highest export volume was achieved in 2017, while the lowest occurred in 2018, resulting in a peak-to-trough ratio of 15 times. In 2020, Germany's cross-border shipments of glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods reached 479.2 M units, showing a notable improvement of 17.6% compared to the previous year. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 38.9 M units, with the largest decline that year at 93.5%. Conversely, the largest increase was observed in 2019 with a surge of 946.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020, M unit

From 2017 to 2020, Spain, Denmark, and France were the core markets for Germany's exports in kind. Spain accounted for 36.7% of exports, Denmark for 12.0%, and France for 10.3%, collectively representing 58.9% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

After a two-year downturn, Germany's exports of glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods have increased. In 2020, exports amounted to 16 814 K $ US, reflecting a strong rise of 19.0% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 17%, with a CAGR of -6.0%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 14 125 K $ US, while the largest decline occurred in 2018 with a drop of 17.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Throughout 2017–2020, Spain, Denmark, and France formed the core of Germany's exports in value terms. Spain held a 29.9% share, Denmark 19.4%, and France 14.5%, together accounting for 63.8% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020

Imports glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods to Germany

Imports in kind, M unit

Market behavior was marked by volatility in these years. Import volumes varied 2.2 times from the peak in 2018 to the trough in 2020. In 2020, Germany's imports of glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods totaled 542.6 M units, indicating a limited decline of 9.0% compared to 2019. The maximum volume was recorded in 2018 at 1 195.8 M units. The largest decrease occurred in 2019 with a 50.1% drop, while the largest increase was in 2018 with an 83.0% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020, M unit

From 2017 to 2020, Hungary, Austria, and Italy were the key sources for Germany's imports in kind. Hungary contributed 27.4% of imports, Austria 26.3%, and Italy 23.8%, together making up 77.5% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Germany imported 22 251 K $ US of glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods, corresponding to a moderate drop of 6.3% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 2.6%, with a CAGR of 0.9%. The minimum value was recorded in 2018 at 20 357 K $ US, while the maximum was in 2019 at 23 751 K $ US. The largest increase occurred in 2019 with a 16.7% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

During 2017–2020, Italy, Hungary, and Austria were the main destinations in the geographical breakdown of Germany's imports in value terms for glass ampoules for the conveyance or packing of goods. Italy accounted for 34.1% of imports, Hungary for 22.7%, and Austria for 19.1%, with a combined share of 75.9% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020