US cosmetic and toiletry container demand will reach 25.5 billion units in 2012 based on accelerating cosmetic and toiletry shipments. Plastic will be the fastest growing material while shaped aerosol cans and upscale paper cartons enjoy niche prospects. Skin care and liquid soap will be the fastest growing markets.
This study analyzes the $3.6 billion US cosmetic and toiletry container industry. It presents historical demand data for the years 1997, 2002 and 2007, and forecasts for 2012 and 2017 by material (plastic, paperboard, glass, metal); and market (e.g., hair care products, skin care products, oral care products, cosmetics, fragrances, deodorants and antiperspirants, liquid soaps, shaving products).
The study also considers market environment factors, details industry structure, evaluates company market share and profiles 44 major players, including Alcan Packaging, Silgan, Rexam, Graham Packaging, Berry Plastics, MeadWestvaco, CCL Industries, and Ball.