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Beer Sales Hit by Can Shortage, INR1,300 Crore Loss Looms

10/14/2025

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The Brewers Association of India (BAI) says a can shortage is impacting 20% of beer sales.
BAI estimates a potential revenue loss of INR1,300 crore due to the crisis.
The shortage stems from BIS certification requirements effective 1 April 2025, straining production.
Major manufacturers BALL Beverage Packaging and Can-Pack report full capacity and anticipate six- to twelve-month expansion.
BAI has asked BIS to delay enforcement by one year to ease pressures.

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Story summary

The Brewers Association of India (BAI) says a can shortage is impacting 20% of beer sales.
BAI estimates a potential revenue loss of INR1,300 crore due to the crisis.
The shortage stems from BIS certification requirements effective 1 April 2025, straining production.
Major manufacturers BALL Beverage Packaging and Can-Pack report full capacity and anticipate six- to twelve-month expansion.
BAI has asked BIS to delay enforcement by one year to ease pressures.