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The glass industry produces over 75,000 products in over 2,500 establishments. Annual production is estimated at about 20 million tons, with container glass being the largest segment by far, accounting for about 50% of production. [Ross 1999] The remainder is spread, among specialty, flat, and fiberglass.

Estimated Annual Production – 1999

Type Million Tons
Flat 5.4
Fiber 3.0
Container 9.8
Specialty/Pressed and Blown 2.0

Source: Ross 1999, U.S. Census 1999




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