Glassworks International is a UK-based glass packaging specialist supplying a wide range of glass bottles and jars for the food and beverage industry. We are partners with international glass suppliers and deliver to your door – offering a full-service solution tailored to brand owners and fillers.
We supply a wide range of premium glass bottles and jars, including:
Wine bottles (Bordeaux, Burgundy, Flint, Antique Green, Lightweight)
Spirits bottles (custom and standard)
Food jars (honey, sauces, chutneys, condiments)
Bespoke glass packaging for luxury products
Our packaging is available in a variety of sizes, finishes, closures and sustainable formats.
Yes, we are proud leaders in promoting lightweight glass packaging – including our popular 300g Bordeaux wine bottle, designed to reduce CO₂ emissions, cut transport cost and help producers meet sustainability goals without compromising appearance or strength.
Yes. We offer full bespoke design services including:
Mould development
3D renders & CAD drawings
Closure compatibility
Decoration options (embossing, screen printing, labelling)
Whether you’re a startup or an established brand, we can help bring your packaging vision to life.
Yes. We can supply:
Cork closures
Aluminium and plastic screw caps
Recyclable tamper-proof seals
Biodegradable alternatives (on request)
We aim to provide complete packaging solutions with sustainability in mind.
Our sustainability approach includes:
Lightweight glass options
Local and EU manufacturing partners
Recycled content in production
Bulk transport to reduce carbon emissions
We’re also actively supporting clients in navigating Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements in the UK.
We specialise in:
Condiments, sauces & preserves
Sustainable and ethical brands looking for eco-packaging solutions
Our team understands the needs and compliance standards of each sector.
Absolutely. We manage all aspects of importing, including:
International freight
UK customs clearance
Duty handling
Delivery to your warehouse or bottling line
Our end-to-end logistics support helps our clients save time, money and hassle.
Delivery timelines depend on stock and origin:
UK stock: 1–2 working days
EU factories: 2–6 weeks
Custom production: 6–12 weeks
Urgent requests? We’ll always try to find an off-the-shelf alternative or split delivery to help.
We source from trusted factories across Europe and, where appropriate, have additional partners around the world for specific requirements.
Our MOQs depend on the product:
For standard bottles and jars, we typically start from one pallet (approx. 1,200–2,500 units depending on the model)
For bespoke or custom-mould packaging, we’ll advise based on your specification – usually a full production run is required.
We also support smaller batch runs for select lines, particularly for start-ups or seasonal ranges.
Simply email our team or use the contact form on our website. Provide your:
Product type
Quantity
Delivery location
Any technical requirements
We’ll respond quickly with pricing, lead times and sample availability.
Yes – our in-house experts, with combined experience of well over 100 years, offer:
Technical troubleshooting
Compatibility checks for filling and capping lines
Glass strength & impact testing
We also work closely with bottlers and fillers to prevent line issues and ensure smooth production runs.
If you would like to find out more about how Glassworks International can help with EPR, please contact our team.
Follow Glassworks International on LinkedIn or subscribe to our monthly email newsletter. We share:
Regulation updates (like EPR and customs changes)
Packaging trends and case studies
Sustainability tips
New product launches
You’ll always be ahead of the curve.
We work with:
Wineries and distilleries
Food producers and brand owners
Fillers and co-packers
Retail-ready product manufacturers
From start-ups to established FMCG brands, we support businesses of all sizes across the UK and beyond.
Yes. You’re welcome to visit our offices and sample library, or book a consultation with our sales team. We also exhibit at many UK trade shows and can often meet clients at their premises or filling sites.
With Glassworks, you get:
Expert glass knowledge
UK-based customer service
Flexible ordering and payment terms
Our own UK warehouses – offering 24/7 delivery from a wide range of stocked items
Consolidated logistics
Ongoing technical support
Thanks to the volumes we purchase and stock in our UK warehouse, we’re often able to offer some of the most competitive prices in the industry.
We eliminate risk, reduce cost and give you access to the best international supply chain – all managed under one roof.
Current proposal:
Pro forma
30-day terms available for approved trade customers
Currency flexibility (EUR, GBP, USD)
Yes. We often help clients:
Switch to lightweight alternatives
Optimise their spec to avoid waste
Navigate EPR to avoid unexpected charges
We are responsible under UK law for the packaging we import. Even if your business falls below the £1 million turnover threshold, the packaging still enters the system and we are legally required to account for it. The EPR fee helps us cover the cost of compliance.
Yes, but not directly in some cases. If your business is under £2 million turnover or places less than 50 tonnes of packaging on the market, you pay your EPR fees to your supplier, who in turn pays the regulator.
No. You are not paying DEFRA or HMRC. The EPR fee is a commercial charge from Glassworks International, reflecting our legal obligations under the EPR scheme as the importer or first UK seller.
If you would like further information on pricing and availability of a specific bottle or jar, or alternatively to find out more about the bespoke services Glassworks offer, you can get in touch using the details below or through our enquiry form.
We look forward to hearing from you.