# The move comes as beverage companies struggle with rising packaging costs and shipping delays linked to the ongoing Iran conflict.

*business · news · 2026-05-11 · Moneycontrol*

## Key points

- Diet Coke is now sold in glass bottles in India due to an aluminium can shortage.
- A 200 ml glass bottle of Diet Coke costs nearly Rs 100, up from Rs 30 per can.
- Shipping delays and aluminium shortages from Gulf region tensions disrupted Diet Coke supplies nationwide.
- Rising energy costs and natural gas shortages are also impacting can and glass bottle production in India.
- Coca-Cola is promoting Coke Zero in plastic bottles to offset Diet Coke supply issues.

**Companies:** Coca-Cola
**Countries:** India

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