The member companies of AEROBAL, the International Organization of Aluminium Aerosol Can Manufacturers, reported worldwide deliveries of 6.75 billion units in 2024. Compared to the previous year, this represents a 4.2% increase.
This growth was recorded despite a challenging economic environment, and AEROBAL said it was driven by robust demand across all key market segments, including personal care and cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, as well as food and household products.
The personal care sector remains the strongest market, accounting for approximately 81.5% of total demand and achieving an overall growth of 4% compared to 2023.
Deodorants and antiperspirants continue to dominate this category, delivering solid growth of 3%.
The standout performers in the broad field of personal care were shaving gels and foams, with a reported 15% increase in deliveries.
A significant boost for aluminium aerosol cans came from household products and technical applications, which saw growth of 22.7%, largely driven by rising demand for air fresheners and insecticides.
The pharmaceutical and food segments also experienced notable increases, with deliveries up by 10% and 11.5%, respectively.
From a geographical perspective, all global markets showed positive developments in 2024, except for Africa, where deliveries declined by 5.5%.
The EU (in addition to the UK) and the Americas remain the two dominant regions, accounting for 72% of global deliveries.
Together, they achieved a significant 5.5% growth.
Additionally, the Middle East region reported an impressive 17% increase in demand.
Looking ahead, most industry experts anticipate stable-to-increasing demand for aluminium aerosol cans this year, though growth may vary by region, added AEROBAL.
Manufacturers also see additional opportunities in innovation and portfolio diversification, exploring new markets for non-aerosol applications, such as cosmetic jars, beverage bottles and snack containers.
“The solid growth we’ve experienced in 2024 shows that our industry is on a positive trajectory,” said Rob Huffman, president of AEROBAL.
“But as we look to the future, we must remain focused and be prepared to face the coming challenges with creativity. The regulatory pressures, particularly in the EU, are intensifying, and global trade dynamics—such as those impacted by the current US administration’s policies—pose additional challenges. However, our industry is committed to innovation and sustainability, which will be key drivers for success in 2025 and beyond.”
Last year saw growth in global aluminium aerosol can production
