
Biodegradable Polymers Market Size, Share, and Analysis, By Type (Polycaprolactone (PCL), Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), Polylactic Acid (PLA), Starch Blends, Polybutylene Succinate (PBS), and Others), By Industry (Textiles, Consumer Goods, Packaging, Agric
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Biodegradable Polymers Market Size, Share, and Analysis, By Type (Polycaprolactone (PCL), Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), Polylactic Acid (PLA), Starch Blends, Polybutylene Succinate (PBS), and Others), By Industry (Textiles, Consumer Goods, Packaging, Agriculture, Medical, and Others), By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World), And Regional Forecast 2024-2034
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Biodegradable Polymers Market is projected to exhibit a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 21.6% during the forecast span from 2024 to 2034. In 2023, the market size was assessed at USD 6.5 billion and is projected to reach USD 56.3 billion by the completion of 2034.
Biodegradable polymers are materials that decompose into natural products such as carbon dioxide, water, and methane through the action of microorganisms like bacteria and fungi, facilitated by heat and moisture. These polymers are used similarly to conventional plastics to mitigate environmental issues associated with non-degradable waste, which can accumulate in waterways and landfills. Biodegradable polymers can be derived naturally or synthesized, with common examples including polylactic acid (PLA), starch blends, and polycaprolactone (PCL). They find applications in packaging, textiles, medical fields, and daily-use products.
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS
Biodegradable Polymers Market is expected to reach USD 56.3 billion during the forecast period. This growth is driven by increasing consumer demand and environmental concerns. The rising awareness about the detrimental effects of plastics, coupled with governmental bans on single-use plastics, is fueling demand for biodegradable alternatives. Additionally, investments in research and development are driving innovations in biodegradable polymers, enhancing their properties and market appeal.
Biodegradable Polymers Market Segments:
Growth Drivers
Environmental regulations and policies are Critical to Boosting the Adoption of Biodegradable Polymers
Emerging Markets Will Aid the Market
Restraint
High Initial Production Expenses can Limit the Growth of the Biodegradable Polymers Market
Key Players
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Biodegradable Polymers Market is projected to exhibit a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 21.6% during the forecast span from 2024 to 2034. In 2023, the market size was assessed at USD 6.5 billion and is projected to reach USD 56.3 billion by the completion of 2034.
Biodegradable polymers are materials that decompose into natural products such as carbon dioxide, water, and methane through the action of microorganisms like bacteria and fungi, facilitated by heat and moisture. These polymers are used similarly to conventional plastics to mitigate environmental issues associated with non-degradable waste, which can accumulate in waterways and landfills. Biodegradable polymers can be derived naturally or synthesized, with common examples including polylactic acid (PLA), starch blends, and polycaprolactone (PCL). They find applications in packaging, textiles, medical fields, and daily-use products.
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS
Biodegradable Polymers Market is expected to reach USD 56.3 billion during the forecast period. This growth is driven by increasing consumer demand and environmental concerns. The rising awareness about the detrimental effects of plastics, coupled with governmental bans on single-use plastics, is fueling demand for biodegradable alternatives. Additionally, investments in research and development are driving innovations in biodegradable polymers, enhancing their properties and market appeal.
Biodegradable Polymers Market Segments:
- By Type
- Polycaprolactone (PCL)
- Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
- Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- Starch Blends
- Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)
- Others
- By Industry
- Textiles
- Consumer Goods
- Packaging
- Agriculture
- Medical
- Others
Growth Drivers
Environmental regulations and policies are Critical to Boosting the Adoption of Biodegradable Polymers
Emerging Markets Will Aid the Market
Restraint
High Initial Production Expenses can Limit the Growth of the Biodegradable Polymers Market
Key Players
- NatureWorks LLC
- Novamont S.p.A.
- BASF SE
- Plantic Technologies Limited
- Total Corbion PLA
- BioMe Technologies plc
- Changsu Jiangshan Packaging Materials Co., Ltd
- Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
- FKuR Kunststoff GmbH
- NaturTec
- Evonik Health Care
- Corbion N.V.
- Green Dot Bioplastics
- Jiangmen Xinshuo New Materials Co., Ltd
- Cardia Bioplastics Limited
- Other Prominent Players (Company Overview, Business Strategy, Key Product Offerings, Financial Performance, Key Performance Indicators, Risk Analysis, Recent Development, Regional Presence, SWOT Analysis)
- North America Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAG.R – United States and Canada
- Latin America Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – Mexico, Argentina, Brazil and Rest of Latin America
- Europe Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Hungary, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, NORDIC, Russia, Turkey and Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – India, China, South Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia, New Zealand, Australia and Rest of APAC
- Middle East and Africa Market Size, Share, Trends, Opportunities, Y-o-Y Growth, CAGR – North Africa, Israel, GCC, South Africa and Rest of MENA
- Qualitative and quantitative analysis of the market based on segmentation involving both economic as well as non-economic factors
- Provision of market value (USD Billion) data for each segment and sub-segment
- Indicates the region and segment that is expected to witness the fastest growth as well as to dominate the market
- Analysis by geography highlighting the consumption of the product/service in the region as well as indicating the factors that are affecting the market within each region
- Competitive landscape which incorporates the market ranking of the major players, along with new service/product launches, partnerships, business expansions, and acquisitions in the past five years of companies profiled
- Extensive company profiles comprising of company overview, company insights, product benchmarking, and SWOT analysis for the major market players
- The current as well as the future market outlook of the industry with respect to recent developments which involve growth opportunities and drivers as well as challenges and restraints of both emerging as well as developed regions
- Includes in-depth analysis of the market of various perspectives through Porter’s five forces analysis
- Provides insight into the market through Value Chain
- Market dynamics scenario, along with growth opportunities of the market in the years to come
- 3-month post-sales analyst support.
Table of Contents
626 Pages
- 1. Executive Summary
- 1.1. Regional Market Share
- 1.2. Business Trends
- 1.3. Biodegradable Polymers Market: COVID-19 Outbreak
- 1.4. Regional Trends
- 1.5. Segmentation Snapshot
- 2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Research Objective
- 2.2. Research Approach
- 2.3. Data Sourcing and Methodology
- 2.4. Primary Research
- 2.5. Secondary Research
- 2.5.1. Paid Sources
- 2.5.2. Public Sources
- 2.6. Market Size Estimation and Data Triangulation
- 3. Market Characteristics
- 3.1. Market Definition
- 3.2. Biodegradable Polymers Market: COVID-19 Impact
- 3.3. Key Segmentations
- 3.4. Key Developments
- 3.5. Allied Industry Data
- 4. Biodegradable Polymers Market – Industry Insights
- 4.1. Industry Segmentation
- 4.2. COVID-19 overview of world economy
- 4.3. Industry Ecosystem Channel Analysis
- 4.4. Innovation & Sustainability
- 5. Macroeconomic Indicators
- 6. Recent Developments
- 7. Market Dynamics
- 7.1. Introduction
- 7.2. Growth Drivers
- 7.3. Market Opportunities
- 7.4. Market Restraints
- 7.5. Market Trends
- 8. Risk Analysis
- 9. Market Analysis
- 9.1. Porter's Five Forces
- 9.2. PEST Analysis
- 9.2.1. Political
- 9.2.2. Economic
- 9.2.3. Social
- 9.2.4. Technological
- 10. Biodegradable Polymers Market
- 10.1. Overview
- 10.2. Historical Analysis (2018-2022)
- 10.2.1. Market Size, Y-o-Y Growth (%) and Market Forecast
- 11. Biodegradable Polymers Market Size & Forecast 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.1. Overview
- 11.2. Key Findings
- 11.3. Market Segmentation
- 11.3.1. By Type
- 11.3.1.1. Polycaprolactone (PCL)
- 11.3.1.1.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.1.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.1.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.2. Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
- 11.3.1.2.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.2.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.2.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.3. Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- 11.3.1.3.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.3.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.3.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.4. Starch Blends
- 11.3.1.4.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.4.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.4.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.5. Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)
- 11.3.1.5.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.5.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.5.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.6. Others
- 11.3.1.6.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.6.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.1.6.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2. By Industry
- 11.3.2.1. Textiles
- 11.3.2.1.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.1.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.1.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.2. Consumer Goods
- 11.3.2.2.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.2.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.2.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.3. Packaging
- 11.3.2.3.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.3.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.3.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.4. Agriculture
- 11.3.2.4.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.4.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.4.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.5. Medical
- 11.3.2.5.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.5.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.5.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.6. Others
- 11.3.2.6.1. By Value (USD Million) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.6.2. Market Share (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 11.3.2.6.3. Y-o-Y Growth (%) 2024 A-2034 F
- 12. North America Biodegradable Polymers Market Size & Forecast 2024 A-2034 F
- 12.1. Overview
- 12.2. Key Findings
- 12.3. Market Segmentation
- 12.3.1. By Type
- 12.3.2. By Industry
- 12.4. Country
- 12.4.1. United States
- 12.4.2. Canada
- 13. Europe Biodegradable Polymers Market Size & Forecast 2024 A-2034 F
- 13.1. Overview
- 13.2. Key Findings
- 13.3. Market Segmentation
- 13.3.1. By Type
- 13.3.2. By Industry
- 13.4. Country
- 13.4.1. Germany
- 13.4.2. United Kingdom
- 13.4.3. France
- 13.4.4. Italy
- 13.4.5. Spain
- 13.4.6. Russia
- 13.4.7. Rest of Europe (BENELUX, NORDIC, Hungary, Turkey & Poland)
- 14. Asia-Pacific Biodegradable Polymers Market Size & Forecast 2024 A-2034 F
- 14.1. Overview
- 14.2. Key Findings
- 14.3. Market Segmentation
- 14.3.1. By Type
- 14.3.2. By Industry
- 14.4. Country
- 14.4.1. India
- 14.4.2. China
- 14.4.3. South Korea
- 14.4.4. Japan
- 14.4.5. Rest of APAC
- 15. Middle East and Africa Biodegradable Polymers Market Size & Forecast 2024 A-2034 F
- 15.1. Overview
- 15.2. Key Findings
- 15.3. Market Segmentation
- 15.3.1. By Type
- 15.3.2. By Industry
- 15.4. Country
- 15.4.1. Israel
- 15.4.2. GCC
- 15.4.3. North Africa
- 15.4.4. South Africa
- 15.4.5. Rest of Middle East and Africa
- 16. Latin America Biodegradable Polymers Market Size & Forecast 2024 A-2034 F
- 16.1. Overview
- 16.2. Key Findings
- 16.3. Market Segmentation
- 16.3.1. By Type
- 16.3.2. By Industry
- 16.4. Country
- 16.4.1. Mexico
- 16.4.2. Brazil
- 16.4.3. Rest of Latin America
- 17. Competitive Landscape
- 17.1. Company market share, 2023
- 17.2. Key player overview
- 17.3. Key stakeholders
- 18. Company Profiles
- 18.1. NatureWorks LLC
- 18.1.1. Company Overview
- 18.1.2. Financial Overview
- 18.1.3. Key Product; Analysis
- 18.1.4. Company Assessment
- 18.1.4.1. Product Portfolio
- 18.1.4.2. Key Clients
- 18.1.4.3. Market Share
- 18.1.4.4. Recent News & Development (Last 3 Yrs.)
- 18.2. Novamont S.p.A.
- 18.3. BASF SE
- 18.4. Plantic Technologies Limited
- 18.5. Total Corbion PLA
- 18.6. BioMe Technologies plc
- 18.7. Changsu Jiangshan Packaging Materials Co., Ltd
- 18.8. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
- 18.9. FKuR Kunststoff GmbH
- 18.10. NaturTec
- 18.11. Evonik Health Care
- 18.12. Corbion N.V.
- 18.13. Green Dot Bioplastics
- 18.14. Jiangmen Xinshuo New Materials Co., Ltd
- 18.15. Cardia Bioplastics Limited
- 18.16. Other Prominent Players
- 19. Appendix
- 20. Consultant Recommendation
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