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Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Size – By Type (Biodegradable and Non-Biodegradable), By Raw Material Source (Sugarcane, Corn, Cassava, Potatoes, Vegetable Oils & Fatty Acids, Wood and Cellulose, Algae and Others), By Application (Packaging, Consumer Goods, Automotive and Transportation, Textile, Agriculture and Others) & Region – Global Forecasts 2024 - 2034.

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Market Overview

The Bioplastics and Biopolymers market report is predicted to develop at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.4% from 2024 to 2034, when global Bioplastics and Biopolymers market forecast size is projected to reach USD 78.35 Billion in 2034, based on an average growth pattern. The global Bioplastics and Biopolymers market revenue is estimated to reach a value of USD 17.48 Billion in 2024.


SOURCE: We Market Research

The Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market refers to the industry involved in the production, development, and use of plastics and polymers derived from renewable biological sources such as plants, algae, and biomass.

The global bioplastics and biopolymers market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing environmental concerns, the need for sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics, and rising consumer demand for eco-friendly products. Bioplastics are derived from renewable sources such as plants, biomass, and algae, while biopolymers refer to polymers produced through biological processes. These materials offer a wide range of applications across industries such as packaging, automotive, agriculture, and consumer goods.

Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Scope

Report Attributes

Description

Market Size in 2024

USD 17.48 Billion

Market Forecast in 2034

USD 78.35 Billion

CAGR % 2024-2034

20.4%

Base Year

2023

Historic Data

2019-2023

Forecast Period

2024-2034

Report USP

 

Production, Consumption, company share, company heatmap, company production capacity, growth factors and more

Segments Covered

By Type, By Raw Material Source, By Application and By Region

Regional Scope

North America, Europe, APAC, South America and Middle East and Africa

Country Scope

U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; France; Italy; Spain; Benelux; Nordic Countries; Russia; China; India; Japan; South Korea; Australia; Indonesia; Thailand; Mexico; Brazil; Argentina; Saudi Arabia; UAE; Egypt; South Africa; Nigeria

Market Dynamics & Restraints

 

Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Opportunity:


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Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Segmentation

Market- By Type Analysis

By type, the Bioplastics and Biopolymers market analysis is categories into Biodegradable and Non-biodegradable. Biodegradable segment dominates the market with the largest share, accounting for over 55% of the market in 2023. Biodegradable bioplastics are the largest segment in the market, largely driven by the demand for eco-friendly solutions to reduce plastic pollution and waste. This segment includes materials such as polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), starch-based plastics, and cellulose-based plastics.


The following segments are part of an in-depth analysis of the global Bioplastics and Biopolymers market:

Market Segments

By Type

·         Biodegradable

o   Polylactic Acid (PLA)

o   Starch Blends

o   Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate (PBAT)

o   Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)

o   Polycaprolactone (PCL)

o   Others

·         Non-Biodegradable

o   Bio-Polyethylene (Bio-PE)

o   Bio-Polyethylene Terephthalate (Bio-PET)

o   Bio-Polyamide (Bio-PA)

o   Others

By  Raw Material Source

·         Sugarcane

·         Corn

·         Cassava

·         Potatoes

·         Vegetable Oils & Fatty Acids

·         Wood and Cellulose

·         Algae

·         Others

By Application

·         Packaging

·         Consumer Goods

·         Automotive and Transportation

·         Textile

·         Agriculture

·         Others

Bioplastics and Biopolymers Industry: Regional Analysis

North America Market Forecast

North America, particularly the U.S. and Canada, is a significant market for both biodegradable and non-biodegradable bioplastics. The region is focused on sustainable packaging, renewable energy, and reducing dependence on fossil fuel-based plastics. The U.S. has enacted some state-level bans on single-use plastics, encouraging companies to adopt biodegradable and renewable alternatives. North America has a strong presence of bioplastics companies like NatureWorks (PLA) and BioAmber, which focus on advanced production technologies and bio-based materials.


Europe Market Statistics

Europe is the largest market for bioplastics and biopolymers accounting for around 38% of the market share, driven by strong environmental regulations, consumer awareness, and demand for sustainable solutions. The European Union has set ambitious targets to reduce plastic waste, including the Plastic Strategy and directives on single-use plastics, fostering the growth of biodegradable and bio-based plastics. European consumers and businesses are increasingly adopting eco-friendly materials in packaging, textiles, automotive, and agriculture.

Asia Pacific Market Forecasts

Asia-Pacific is a rapidly growing market for bioplastics, driven by population growth, industrialization, and increasing awareness of environmental sustainability. Rising industrial production and packaging demand, particularly in China, India, Japan, and South Korea. Asian countries are beginning to implement policies to reduce plastic waste, with several nations considering or adopting bans on single-use plastics and promoting the use of biodegradable materials.   

Middle East & Africa Market Statistics

The MEA region is the smallest market for bioplastics but is expected to see growth, particularly in countries with emerging industries and growing consumer demand for sustainable solutions. The region, traditionally dominated by fossil fuel-based plastics, is beginning to explore renewable and bio-based alternatives.

Latin America Market Statistics

The Latin American market for bioplastics is relatively small but has been expanding steadily due to growing environmental awareness and increasing demand for sustainable products, especially in packaging and agriculture. Latin America has a large agricultural base, making it a key supplier of biomass for bioplastic production. Several Latin American countries are starting to adopt policies aimed at reducing plastic pollution, supporting the growth of bioplastics.

Key Market Players

The Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market is dominated by a few large companies, such as

·         NatureWorks LLC

·         BASF SE

·         Braskem S.A.

·         Corbion N.V.

·         TotalEnergies Corbion

·         Novamont S.p.A.

·         Biome Bioplastics Ltd.

·         Toray Industries, Inc.

·         Trinseo S.A.

·         Arkema S.A.

·         Danimer Scientific

·         FKuR Kunststoff GmbH

·         Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation

·         Teijin Limited

·         Plantic Technologies Limited

·         Others                                                                                       


1.      Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Introduction and Market Overview

1.1.    Objectives of the Study

1.2.    Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Scope and Market Estimation

1.2.1. Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Overall Market Size (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), Market CAGR (%), Market forecast (2024 - 2034)

1.2.2. Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Revenue Share (%) and Volume Share (%) and Growth Rate (Y-o-Y) from 2019 - 2034

1.3.    Market Segmentation

1.3.1. Type of Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market

1.3.2. Bioplastics and Biopolymers of Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market

1.3.3. Application of Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market

1.3.4. Region of Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market

2.      Executive Summary

2.1.    Demand Side Trends

2.2.    Key Market Trends

2.3.    Market Demand (US$ Bn) Analysis 2019 – 2023 and Forecast, 2024 – 2034

2.4.    Demand and Opportunity Assessment

2.5.    Market Dynamics

2.5.1. Drivers

2.5.2. Limitations

2.5.3. Opportunities

2.5.4. Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints

2.6.    Key Developments

2.7.    Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

2.7.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

2.7.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

2.7.3. Threat of Substitutes

2.7.4. Threat of New Entrants

2.7.5. Competitive Rivalry

2.8.    PEST Analysis

2.8.1. Political Factors

2.8.2. Economic Factors

2.8.3. Social Factors

2.8.4. Technology Factors

2.9.    Key Regulation

3.      Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Estimates & Historical Trend Analysis (2019 - 2023)

4.       Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Type

4.1.    Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Revenue (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons) Estimates and Forecast, by Type, 2019 - 2034

4.1.1. Biodegradable

4.1.1.1.              Polylactic Acid (PLA)

4.1.1.2.              Starch Blends

4.1.1.3.              Polybutylene Adipate Terephthalate (PBAT)

4.1.1.4.              Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)

4.1.1.5.              Polycaprolactone (PCL)

4.1.1.6.              Others

4.1.2. Non-Biodegradable

4.1.2.1.              Bio-Polyethylene (Bio-PE)

4.1.2.2.              Bio-Polyethylene Terephthalate (Bio-PET)

4.1.2.3.              Bio-Polyamide (Bio-PA)

4.1.2.4.              Others

5.       Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Raw Material Source

5.1.    Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Revenue (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons) Estimates and Forecasts, by Raw Material Source, 2019 - 2034

5.1.1. Sugarcane

5.1.2. Corn

5.1.3. Cassava

5.1.4. Potatoes

5.1.5. Vegetable Oils & Fatty Acids

5.1.6. Wood and Cellulose

5.1.7. Algae

5.1.8. Others

6.       Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Application

6.1.    Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Revenue (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons) Estimates and Forecasts, by Application, 2019 - 2034

6.1.1. Packaging

6.1.2. Consumer Goods

6.1.3. Automotive and Transportation

6.1.4. Textile

6.1.5. Agriculture

6.1.6. Others

7.      Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis, by Region

7.1.    Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Revenue (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons) Estimates and Forecasts, by Region, 2019 - 2034

7.1.1. North America

7.1.2. Eastern Europe

7.1.3. Western Europe

7.1.4. Asia Pacific

7.1.5. Middle East & Africa

7.1.6. Latin America

8.      North America Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

8.1.    North America Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Assessments & Key Findings

8.1.1. North America Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Introduction

8.1.2. North America Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Size & Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Billion & Tons) (2019 - 2034)

8.1.2.1.   By Type

8.1.2.2.   By Raw Material Source

8.1.2.3.   By Application

8.1.2.4.   By Country

8.1.2.4.1.     The U.S.

8.1.2.4.2.     Canada

8.1.2.4.3.     Mexico

9.      Western Europe Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

9.1.    Western Europe Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Assessments & Key Findings

9.1.1. Western Europe Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Introduction

9.1.2. Western Europe Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Size & Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Billion & Tons) (2019 - 2034)

9.1.2.1.   By Type

9.1.2.2.   By Raw Material Source

9.1.2.3.   By Application

9.1.2.4.        By Country

9.1.2.4.1.      Germany

9.1.2.4.2.      Italy

9.1.2.4.3.      U.K.

9.1.2.4.4.      France

9.1.2.4.5.      Spain

9.1.2.4.6.      Benelux

9.1.2.4.7.      Nordics

9.1.2.4.8.     Rest of W. Europe

10.  Eastern Europe Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

10.1.  Eastern Europe Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Assessments & Key Findings

10.1.1.   Eastern Europe Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Introduction

10.1.2.   Eastern Europe Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Size & Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Billion & Tons) (2019 - 2034)

10.1.2.1.    By Type

10.1.2.2.    By Raw Material Source

10.1.2.3.    By Application

10.1.2.4.    By Country

10.1.2.4.1.  Russia

10.1.2.4.2.  Hungary

10.1.2.4.3.  Poland

10.1.2.4.4.  Balkan & Baltics

10.1.2.4.5. Rest of E. Europe

11.  Asia Pacific Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

11.1.  Asia Pacific Market Assessments & Key Findings

11.1.1.   Asia Pacific Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Introduction

11.1.2.   Asia Pacific Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Size & Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Billion & Tons) (2019 - 2034)

11.1.2.1.    By Type

11.1.2.2.    By Raw Material Source

11.1.2.3.    By Application

11.1.2.4.    By Country

11.1.2.4.1. China

11.1.2.4.2. Japan

11.1.2.4.3. India

11.1.2.4.4. Australia & New Zealand

11.1.2.4.5. South Korea

11.1.2.4.6. ASEAN

11.1.2.4.7. Rest of Asia Pacific

12.  Middle East & Africa Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

12.1.  Middle East & Africa Market Assessments & Key Findings

12.1.1.   Middle East & Africa Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Introduction

12.1.2.   Middle East & Africa Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Size & Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Billion & Tons) (2019 - 2034)

12.1.2.1.    By Type

12.1.2.2.    By Raw Material Source

12.1.2.3.    By Application

12.1.2.4.    By Country

12.1.2.4.1. UAE

12.1.2.4.2. Saudi Arabia

12.1.2.4.3. Turkey

12.1.2.4.4. South Africa

12.1.2.4.5. Rest of MEA

13.  Latin America Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market: Estimates & Forecast Trend Analysis

13.1.  Latin America Market Assessments & Key Findings

13.1.1.   Latin America Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Introduction

13.1.2.   Latin America Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Size & Volume Estimates and Forecast (US$ Billion & Tons) (2019 - 2034)

13.1.2.1.    By Type

13.1.2.2.    By Raw Material Source

13.1.2.3.    By Application

13.1.2.4.    By Country

13.1.2.4.1. Brazil

13.1.2.4.2. Argentina

13.1.2.4.3. Colombia

13.1.2.4.4. Rest of LATAM

14.   Country Wise Market: Introduction

15.  Competition Landscape

15.1.  Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Product Mapping

15.2.  Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Concentration Analysis, by Leading Players / Innovators / Emerging Players / New Entrants

15.3.  Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Tier Structure Analysis

15.4.  Global Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Concentration & Company Market Shares (%) Analysis, 2023

16.  Company Profiles

16.1.      NatureWorks LLC

16.1.1.   Company Overview & Key Stats

16.1.2.   Financial Performance & KPIs

16.1.3.   Product Portfolio

16.1.4.   SWOT Analysis

16.1.5.   Business Strategy & Recent Developments

Similar details would be provided for all the players mentioned below 

16.2.      BASF SE

16.3.      Braskem S.A.

16.4.      Corbion N.V.

16.5.      TotalEnergies Corbion

16.6.      Novamont S.p.A.

16.7.      Biome Bioplastics Ltd.

16.8.      Toray Industries, Inc.

16.9.      Trinseo S.A.

16.10.  Arkema S.A.

16.11.  Danimer Scientific

16.12.  FKuR Kunststoff GmbH

16.13.  Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation

16.14.  Teijin Limited

16.15.  Plantic Technologies Limited

16.16.  Others

17.  Research Methodology

17.1.  External Transportations / Databases

17.2.  Internal Proprietary Database

17.3.  Primary Research

17.4.  Secondary Research

17.5.  Assumptions

17.6.  Limitations

17.7.  Report FAQs

18.  Research Findings & Conclusion 

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the market size of Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market in 2024?

Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market was valued at USD 17.48 Billion in 2024.

What is the growth rate for the Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market?

Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market size will increase at approximate CAGR of 20.4% during the forecasted period.

Which are the top companies operating within the market?

Major companies operating within the market are NatureWorks LLC, BASF SE, Braskem S.A., Corbion N.V., TotalEnergies Corbion, Novamont S.p.A., Biome Bioplastics Ltd., Toray Industries, Inc., Trinseo S.A., Arkema S.A., and others.

Which region dominates the Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market?

Europe dominates the market with an active share of 38%.

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