Biopolymers Market Overview
The Biopolymers Market size is projected to reach US$27.5 billion by 2030, after growing at a CAGR of 11.5% over the forecast period 2024-2030. The various benefits associated with the biopolymers such as polyesters,
polylactic acid, polyhydroxy butyrate, polybutylene succinate and more include biocompatibility, biodegradability, renewability and more. These benefits make biopolymers a sustainable replacement for petroleum-derived materials. The bolstering food & beverage industry, including poultry products, dried food and more is the primary factor driving the biopolymers market growth. For instance, the FAO’s food outlook published in June 2023 expects global poultry meat production to reach more than 142 million mt, a 1.3% increase compared to 2022’s value. However, The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in restrictions affecting various aspects of the supply chain, including logistics, which had a detrimental impact on production activities in the biopolymers industry. Following the pandemic, government measures aimed at rejuvenating production activities played a crucial role in fueling the recovery and growth of the biopolymers industry. Moreover, the growth of the medical and healthcare industry is fueling the demand for biopolymers. As a result, the biopolymers market size will grow throughout the forecast period.
Report Coverage
The "Biopolymers Market Report – Forecast (2024-2030)” by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments in the Biopolymers Market.
By Type: Bio-based Polyesters [Polylactic Acid (PLA), Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB), Polybutylene Succinate (PBS), Polybutylene Succinate Adipate (PBSA), Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT) and Others], Bio-based Polyolefins, Bio-based Polyamides (Bio-PA) (Homopolyamides, Bio-PA 6, Bio-PA 11, Copolyamides and Others), Polyurethanes, Polysaccharide Polymers (Cellulose-based Polymers and Starch-based Polymers) and Others.
By Molding Process: Extrusion, Injection, Melt compounding and Others.
By Application: Packaging (Rigid Packaging and Flexible Packaging), Fibers, Paper & Cardboard Coatings, Agricultural Seed Coatings, Automotive Interiors & Exteriors, Medical Implants, Circuit Boards, Insulators, Laminates and Others.
By End-use Industry: Food & Beverage (Fresh Food, Bakery, Frozen Food, Dried Food, Poultry Products, Dairy Products, Confectionery, Alcoholic Beverages, Non-alcoholic Beverages and Others), Medical & Healthcare (Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices and Others), Agriculture, Consumer Electronics (Computers, Smartphones, Refrigerators and Others), Automotive [Passenger Vehicles (PV), Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) and Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV)], Textile, Aerospace (Commercial, Military and Others), Building & Construction (Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Others) and Others
By Geography: North America (the USA, Canada and Mexico), Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Russia, Belgium and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia and Rest of APAC), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile and Rest of South America), Rest of the World [Middle East (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel and Rest of Middle East) and Africa (South Africa, Nigeria and Rest of Africa)]
Key Takeaways
• Europe dominated the Biopolymers Market, owing to the growth of the fresh food industry in the region. For instance, according to the Federal Statistical Office of Germany,roughly 6,100 agricultural holdings in Germany harvested a total 3.8 million tonnes of vegetables in 2022.
• The government initiatives for green initiatives are fuelling the demand for Biopolymers such as polyesters, polyethylene and more are driving the market growth.
• Moreover, the increasing adoption of Biopolymers in packaging applications is also accelerating market growth.
• However, the high cost of the Biopolymers is expected to create a retrain for the market growth during the projected forecast period.
Biopolymers Market Segment Analysis – by Application
The packaging segment held the largest Biopolymers Market share in 2023 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 10.4% over the forecast period 2024-2030. Biopolymers such as polyesters, polylactic acid, polyhydroxybutyrate and more are frequently deployed in packaging because they enhance the shelf-life of the product and also it reduces the overall carbon footprint related to food packaging. The films composed of biopolymers such as polysaccharides and protein-composed increase mechanical and optical properties. As a result, biopolymers packaging is employed across various end-use industries, including food & beverages, medical & healthcare and more. Thus, owing to the above-mentioned benefits, the adoption of biopolymers is surging in packaging applications, which is accelerating market growth.
Biopolymers Market Segment Analysis – by End-use Industry
The food & beverage segment held a significant Biopolymers Market share in 2023. The key properties of biopolymers are high strength, lightweight and heat resistance. As a result, biopolymers are frequently used in the food and beverage industry. Moreover, due to their superior quality, functionality, affordability and composability, they are an ideal replacement for single-use plastic food & beverage packaging. The surging development of food & beverage facilities, governmental initiatives and others are the crucial variables propelling the food & beverage industry's growth. For instance, according to Invest India, the food processing sector in India is one of the world’s largest, with output anticipated to reach US$535 billion by 2025-2026. Hence, the growth of the food & beverage industry is expected to fuel the demand for biopolymers. As a result, the market growth will accelerate during the upcoming years.
Biopolymers Market Segment Analysis – by Geography
Europe is the dominating region as it held the largest Biopolymers Market share in 2023. The economic growth of Europe is driven by the growth of the various industries, including food and beverage, medical & healthcare and other similar industries. The food and beverages industry growth are vital for food security in the European region. For instance, according to Food Drink Europe, the food and drink industry in Europe produced a 107.7 production index in the fourth quarter of 2022 and a 109.2 production index in the first quarter of 2023, an increase of 1.4 percent. Also, according to the European Union, in 2022, the production of fruits in the European Union countries was about 35.9 million metric tons and out of this, apples and pears production were the highest at 14.7 million metric tons, which was 40.9% of the total fruit production. Therefore, the booming food & beverage industry in Europe is boosting the demand for biopolymers. This, in turn, is proliferating the biopolymers market size growth.
Biopolymers Market Drivers
Government Initiatives for Biopolymers
The transformation of the current linear material system into a circular economy necessitates national and international legislation. This is due to the globalized industry's complex worldwide supply chains. Governments at the global level are taking initiatives for biopolymers. For instance, In March 2023, the European Commission adopted a policy framework on biobased, biodegradable, and compostable plastics, marking an initiative to drive the biopolymers market. Aligned with the European Green Deal, this non-legislative framework aimed to clarify environmental benefits, set strict standards, and guide future policies on green claims, ecodesign, carbon removal, and microplastics. Thus, the growing government initiatives for biodegradable packaging are driving the demand for biopolymers, which is aiding market growth.
Growth of the Medical Devices Industry
In the production of medical devices such as replacement joints, heart valves, arteries, teeth, tendons, ligaments and eye lenses, biopolymers are used to replace or repair some diseased, damaged, or non-functional pieces of tissue or bone. Factors such as technological improvements in medical equipment and an aging population are accelerating the medical device industry's growth. For instance, in global comparison, most revenue will be generated in the United States US$182.00bn in 2024. Thus, the growth of the medical device industry is boosting the demand for biopolymers, which, in turn, is driving market growth.
Biopolymers Market Challenge
Higher Cost Associated with Biopolymers
Biopolymers such as polyesters, polylactic acid, polyhydroxy butyrate and more have the advantage of easy disposable and regeneration. However, one disadvantage of biopolymers is that they necessitate the use of expensive industrial processors and composters, particularly for those that must be broken down at high industrial temperatures. For instance, according to Plastmart, the major drawback of biopolymers is their higher price tag when compared to traditional polymers. While the typical, conventional polymers cost between US$1000 and US$1500 per metric tonne (MT), biopolymers can cost anywhere from US$4000 to US$15,000 per MT for materials like polyhydroxy butyrate. Therefore, the high price associated with biopolymers may restrict the growth of the biopolymers industry in the coming years.
Biopolymers Industry Outlook
Technology launches, acquisitions and increased R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the Biopolymers Market. The top 10 companies in the Biopolymers market are:
1. NatureWorks
2. Braskem
3. BASF SE
4. Total Corbion
5. Novamont
6. Biome Bioplastics
7. Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation
8. Biotec
9. Toray Industries
10. Plantic Technologies
Recent Developments:
• In October 2023, Braskem opened a Tokyo office, advancing bio-based solutions in the biopolymers market. With over 15 years in Japan, it reflects their commitment to sustainability. Concurrently expanding in Brazil and Thailand, Braskem focuses on delivering low-carbon alternatives globally.
• In August 2022, DSM Engineering Materials launched StanylB-MB (Bio-based Mass Balanced), a more environmentally friendly version of its mainstay polyamide (PA) product that contains up to 100% bio-based material. It enables DSM Engineering Materials to halve the carbon footprint of this product line.
• In June 2022, a global polymer manufacturer based in Germany launched VerdessenceTM RiceTouch, a new biopolymer used for various personal care products.
1. Biopolymers Market - Overview
1.1 Definitions and Scope
2. Biopolymers Market - Executive Summary
2.1 Key Trends by Type
2.2 Key Trends by Molding Process
2.3 Key Trends by Application
2.4 Key Trends by End-use Industry
2.5 Key Trends by Geography
3. Biopolymers Market – Comparative analysis
3.1 Market Share Analysis - Major Companies
3.2 Product Benchmarking - Major Companies
3.3 Top 5 Financials Analysis
3.4 Patent Analysis - Major Companies
3.5 Pricing Analysis (ASPs will be provided)
4. Biopolymers Market - Startup companies Scenario
4.1 Major startup company analysis:
4.1.1 Investment
4.1.2 Revenue
4.1.3 Product portfolio
4.1.4 Venture Capital and Funding Scenario
5. Biopolymers Market – Industry Market Entry Scenario
5.1 Regulatory Framework Overview
5.2 New Business and Ease of Doing Business Index
5.3 Successful Venture Profiles
5.4 Customer Analysis – Major companies
6. Biopolymers Market - Market Forces
6.1 Market Drivers
6.2 Market Constraints
6.3 Porter's Five Force Model
6.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
6.3.2 Bargaining Powers of Buyers
6.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
6.3.4 Competitive Rivalry
6.3.5 Threat of Substitutes
7. Biopolymers Market – Strategic Analysis
7.1 Value/Supply Chain Analysis
7.2 Opportunity Analysis
7.3 Product/Market Life Cycle
7.4 Distributor Analysis – Major Companies
8. Biopolymers Market - by Type (Market Size – US$ Million/Billion)
8.1 Bio-based Polyesters
8.1.1 Polylactic Acid (PLA)
8.1.2 Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB)
8.1.3 Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)
8.1.4 Polybutylene Succinate Adipate (PBSA)
8.1.5 Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT)
8.1.6 Others
8.2 Bio-based Polyolefins
8.3 Bio-based Polyamides (Bio-PA)
8.3.1 Homopolyamides
8.3.2 Bio-PA 6
8.3.3 Bio-PA 11
8.3.4 Copolyamides
8.3.5 Others
8.4 Polyurethanes
8.5 Polysaccharide Polymers
8.5.1 Cellulose-based Polymers
8.5.2 Starch-based Polymers
8.6 Others
9. Biopolymers Market - by Molding Process (Market Size – US$ Million/Billion)
9.1 Extrusion
9.2 Injection
9.3 Melt compounding
9.4 Others
10. Biopolymers Market - by Application (Market Size – US$ Million/Billion)
10.1 Packaging
10.1.1 Rigid Packaging
10.1.2 Flexible Packaging
10.2 Fibers
10.3 Paper & Cardboard Coatings
10.4 Agricultural Seed Coatings
10.5 Automotive Interiors & Exteriors
10.6 Medical Implants
10.7 Circuit Boards
10.8 Insulators
10.9 Laminates
10.10 Others
11. Biopolymers Market - by End-use Industry (Market Size – US$ Million/Billion)
11.1 Food & Beverage
11.1.1 Fresh Food
11.1.2 Bakery
11.1.3 Frozen Food
11.1.4 Dried Food
11.1.5 Poultry Products
11.1.6 Dairy Products
11.1.7 Confectionery
11.1.8 Alcoholic Beverages
11.1.9 Non-alcoholic Beverages
11.1.10 Others
11.2 Medical & Healthcare
11.2.1 Pharmaceuticals
11.2.2 Medical Devices
11.2.3 Others
11.3 Agriculture
11.4 Consumer Electronics
11.4.1 Computers
11.4.2 Smartphones
11.4.3 Refrigerators
11.4.4 Others
11.5 Automotive
11.5.1 Passenger Vehicles (PV)
11.5.2 Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV)
11.5.3 Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV)
11.6 Textile
11.7 Aerospace
11.7.1 Commercial
11.7.2 Military
11.7.3 Others
11.8 Building & Construction
11.8.1 Residential
11.8.2 Commercial
11.8.3 Industrial
11.8.4 Others
11.9 Others
12. Biopolymers Market - by Geography (Market Size - US$ Million/Billion)
12.1 North America
12.1.1 the USA
12.1.2 Canada
12.1.3 Mexico
12.2 Europe
12.2.1 the UK
12.2.2 Germany
12.2.3 France
12.2.4 Italy
12.2.5 the Netherlands
12.2.6 Spain
12.2.7 Russia
12.2.8 Belgium
12.2.9 Rest of Europe
12.3 Asia-Pacific
12.3.1 China
12.3.2 Japan
12.3.3 India
12.3.4 South Korea
12.3.5 Australia and New Zealand
12.3.6 Indonesia
12.3.7 Taiwan
12.3.8 Malaysia
12.3.9 Rest of APAC
12.4 South America
12.4.1 Brazil
12.4.2 Argentina
12.4.3 Colombia
12.4.4 Chile
12.4.5 Rest of South America
12.5 Rest of the World
12.5.1 the Middle East
12.5.1.1 Saudi Arabia
12.5.1.2 UAE
12.5.1.3 Israel
12.5.1.4 Rest of Middle East
12.5.2 Africa
12.5.2.1 South Africa
12.5.2.2 Nigeria
12.5.2.3 Rest of Africa
13. Biopolymers Market – Entropy
13.1 New Product Launches
13.2 M&As, Collaborations, JVs and Partnerships
14. Biopolymers Market – Industry / Segment Competition landscape
14.1 Company Benchmarking Matrix – Major Companies
14.2 Market Share at Global Level - Major companies
14.3 Market Share by Key Region - Major companies
14.4 Market Share by Key Country - Major companies
14.5 Market Share by Key End-use Industry Industry - Major companies
14.6 Market Share by Key Product Type/Product category - Major companies
15. Biopolymers Market – Key Company List by Country Premium
16. Biopolymers Market Company Analysis - Business Overview, Product Portfolio, Financials and Developments
16.1 NatureWorks
16.2 Braskem
16.3 BASF SE
16.4 Total Corbion
16.5 Novamont
16.6 Biome Bioplastics
16.7 Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation
16.8 Biotec
16.9 Toray Industries
16.10 Plantic Technologies16.1 NatureWorks
16.2 Braskem
16.3 BASF SE
16.4 Total Corbion
16.5 Novamont
16.6 Biome Bioplastics
16.7 Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation
16.8 Biotec
16.9 Toray Industries
16.10 Plantic Technologies16.1 NatureWorks
16.2 Braskem
16.3 BASF SE
16.4 Total Corbion
16.5 Novamont
16.6 Biome Bioplastics
16.7 Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation
16.8 Biotec
16.9 Toray Industries
16.10 Plantic Technologies16.1 NatureWorks
16.2 Braskem
16.3 BASF SE
16.4 Total Corbion
16.5 Novamont
16.6 Biome Bioplastics
16.7 Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation
16.8 Biotec
16.9 Toray Industries
16.10 Plantic Technologies
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List of Tables:
Table 1. Global Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Region, 2015-2021 ($ Billion)
Table 2. Global Biopolymers Market Volume, By Region, 2015-2021 (Tons)
Table 3. Global Agricultural Area, By Sub-segment, 2015 (ha)
Table 4. Global Biopolymers Classification, By Type & Production Method
Table 5. Global Biopolymers Market - Product Benchmarking
Table 6. Global Biopolymers Market Top 5 Financial Analysis, 2015 ($Million)
Table 7. Biopolymers Market : Regulation Analysis
Table 8. Biopolymers Market Production Capacity, By Type, 2015 (Metric Tonnes)
Table 9. Global Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Type, 2015-2021 ($Billion)
Table 10. Global Biopolymers Market Volume, By Type, 2015-2021 (KT)
Table 11. Global PLA Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 12. Global PLA Market Volume, By Application, 2015-2021 (KT)
Table 13. Global Starch Blends Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 14. Global Starch Blends Market Volume, By Application, 2015-2021 (KT)
Table 15. Global Biodegradable Polyesters Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 16. Global Biodegradable Polyesters Market Volume, By Application, 2015-2021 (KT)
Table 17. Global PHA Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 18. Global PHA Market Volume, By Application, 2015-2021 (KT)
Table 19. Global BIO-PE Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 20. Global BIO-PET Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 21. Global BIO-PET Market Volume, By Application, 2015-2021 (KT)
Table 22. Global Other Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 23. Global Biopolymers Market Value, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Billion)
Table 24. Global Biopolymers Market Volume, By Application, 2015-2021 (KT)
Table 25. Global Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Region, 2015-2021 ($ Billion)
Table 26. Americas Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Type, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 27. Americas Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 28. Europe Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Type , 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 29. Europe Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 30. APAC Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Type, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 31. APAC Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 32. RoW Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Type, 2015-2021 ($Million)
Table 33. RoW Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Application, 2015-2021 ($Million)
List of Figures:
Figure 1. Biopolymers Market – Industry Breakdown Analysis
Figure 2. Global Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Type, 2015-2021 ($Billion)
Figure 3. Global Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Application, 2015 ($Billion)
Figure 4. Material Type For Bioplastics, Segmentation
Figure 5. Plastic Pollution in the World’s Oceans, 2014 (Tons)
Figure 6. Polymers Timeline
Figure 7. Global Agricultural Area, 2015 (%)
Figure 8. Life Cycle of Bio-plastics Products
Figure 9. Tectonic Shift In Biopolymers Manufacturing
Figure 10. Global Biopolymers Market Share, 2015 (%)
Figure 11. End-User Application Profiling
Figure 12. Market Impact Analysis, By Company & Products
Figure 13. Biopolymers Market – Competitive Mapping
Figure 14. Biopolymers Market Drivers
Figure 15. Biopolymers Market Challenges & Constraints
Figure 16. Market Impact Of Drivers
Figure 17. Global Biopolymers Market Porter’s Five Forces – Bargaining Power of Suppliers
Figure 18. Global Biopolymers Market Porter’s Five Forces – Bargaining Power of Buyers
Figure 19. Porter’s Five Forces – Threat of Substitutes
Figure 20. Porter’s Five Forces – Threat of New Entrants
Figure 21. Porter’s Five Forces – Competitive Rivalry
Figure 22. Biopolymers Market – Porter’s Five Forces
Figure 23. Biopolymers Market: Porter’s Analysis
Figure 24. Biopolymers Market – Value Chain Analysis
Figure 25. Biopolymers Market : Opportunity Analysis
Figure 26. Biopolymers Market Prices, By Type, 2015-2021 ($/KT)
Figure 27. BIOPOLYMERS MARKET: MARKET LIFE CYCLE ANALYSIS
Figure 28. Global Biopolymers Market Revenue Share, By Type, 2015 (%)
Figure 29. Production Process for PLA Products
Figure 30. Production Process for PHA Products
Figure 31. Production Process for BIO-PE Products
Figure 32. Process Route for the Production of Bio-PET30
Figure 33. Impact Performance of PLA versus PET
Figure 34. PLA, By Feedstocks
Figure 35. PHB, By Feedstocks
Figure 36. Bio-PET, By Feedstocks
Figure 37. Bio-PE, By Feedstocks
Figure 38. Global Biopolymers Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2015 (%)
Figure 39. Global Packaging Materials, By Segment, 2015 (%)
Figure 40. Application Suitability For Bioplastics In Packaging (Rigid)
Figure 41. Application Suitability For Bioplastics In Packaging (Flexible)
Figure 42. Process Suitability For Bioplastics In Packaging
Figure 43. Global Textile Exports, By Country, 2015 (%)
Figure 44. Global Automobile Sales, 2010 – 2014 (Units)
Figure 45. Major Exporters of Agricultural products, 2014 ($ Bn)
Figure 46. Global Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Region, 2015 (%)
Figure 47. Bioplastic Feedstock – Food based Sugars
Figure 48. Americas Biopolymers Market Revenue, By Country, 2015 (%)
Figure 49. Land Use in Brazil
Figure 50. EU Biopolymers Revenue, By Country, 2015 (%)
Figure 51. Europe Bioplastic by Packaging demand, By Segment, 2014 (%)
Figure 52. Bioplastic Capacity in Thailand, By Type 2015
Figure 53. Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Generation in India, 1997-2047E (Million Tons/Day)
Figure 54. Littering in India, By City, 2014 (Tonnes/Day)
Figure 55. Regulatory Landscape Related to Biopolymers in India
