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Ardagh Glass Packaging-North America, an operating business of Ardagh Group, has expanded its American-made glass packaging range with the launch of two newly designed 8-oz ring-neck food bottles.

Targeted at dressings, sauces and marinades, the flint (clear) glass bottles are produced in the US and available for direct purchase from AGP-North America. The launch strengthens the company’s stock packaging portfolio at a time when food brands are increasingly seeking sustainable, premium packaging solutions that resonate with consumer expectations.

The new 8-oz ring-neck bottles are available with either a lug or continuous thread (CT) finish, providing flexibility for a range of closure systems and filling operations.

Designed to deliver clarity and shelf impact, the bottles are positioned as a premium yet practical option for brands looking to elevate product presentation in the competitive condiments and dressings category.

Like all of Ardagh’s glass packaging, the bottles are 100% recyclable and can be recycled endlessly without loss of purity or quality – a key attribute as circularity and material transparency remain top of mind across the food and beverage sector.

“Ardagh Glass Packaging is pleased to offer these new 8oz ring neck bottles that deliver the clarity, durability and shelf appeal brands expect for their products,” said Rashmi Markan, chief commercial officer for AGP-North America. “These versatile glass bottles also provide the premium look in a trusted packaging material that consumers desire.”

With more than 125 years of glass manufacturing heritage in the US, Ardagh continues to expand its stock portfolio across colours, sizes, styles and finishes. The addition of the 8oz ring neck format provides small- to mid-size brands, as well as larger CPG players, with a ready-to-scale packaging option manufactured domestically.