Aluminium can crunch forces India's beer and soda brands back to glass and PET

United Breweries, Coca-Cola and PepsiCo face an aluminium can supply squeeze as global conflict and energy-led production cuts hit imports. Beer, which drives 95% of can demand, is most exposed. With pricing regulated, manufacturers are absorbing 15-20% cost pressure and reviving glass and PET formats.

— Filed Fri, 5 Jun, 2026, 11:03 IST · Source ET Brand Equity · Updated

India's beverage industry faces aluminium can supply disruption from global conflict and energy-led production cuts, pushing brands to reconsider glass and PET. Beer (95% of can demand) and soft drinks hit hardest; manufacturers absorb costs amid regulated pricing.

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