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Gas Shortage Sparks 20% Glass Bottle Price Surge

3/24/2026

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  • A gas shortage linked to the Iran war has increased glass bottle costs by 20% and delayed aluminum shipments.
  • The Brewers Association of India (BAI) has requested price increases of 12-15% to offset rising production costs.
  • The glass and plastics industry has cut production by 40% and raised prices by 17-18%.
  • The crisis is affecting bottled water and other sectors as costs rise and supplies tighten.