US demand for bioplastics will expand strongly through 2016, when it is
expected to reach 550 million pounds, valued at nearly $700 million. Although
bioplastics have begun to achieve a considerable degree of commercial success,
the industry remains in an early stage of development, representing only a
small niche within the overall plastics industry. Going forward, technical
innovations and increased production capacity will combine to enhance the
properties of bioplastics, boost their availability, and lower their price,
thus making them more competitive with conventional polymers. In addition,
many bio-based polymers benefit from relative price stability when compared
with their petroleum-based counterparts. Moreover, the desire to decrease
dependence on foreign oil will further fuel the expansion of bio-based resins,
as will efforts by US manufacturers to enhance sustainability and improve the
corporate image they project to an increasingly eco-conscious consumer base.
Non-biodegradable bioresins to gain market share
Although biodegradable materials accounted for the vast majority of
bioplastics volume in 2011, the emergence of non-biodegradable bioresins will
dramatically alter the market landscape. By 2021, these materials will
represent more than two-fifths of volume demand. Growth will be fueled by
large-volume production of bio-based polyethylene, as well as the eventual
commercialization of bio-based polyethylene terephthalate (PET),
polypropylene, and polyvinyl chloride, as well as polyethylene furanoate.
Since such resins are chemically identical to their conventional counterparts,
market acceptance is forecast to occur at a rapid rate. PET is projected to
offer significant growth potential over the longer term, particularly as large
corporations -- especially those in the soft drink industry -- are investing
heavily in the development of this material.
PLA to remain most commonly used bioplastic
Although demand for biodegradable products will continue to be impacted by
issues such as their inability to decompose in landfills and their potential
to contaminate the recycling stream, polylactic acid (PLA) is expected to
remain the most extensively used resin in the bioplastics market through the
forecast period. Advances will be promoted by a widening composting network
and greater processor familiarity. Furthermore, PLA is being blended with
other resins and additives to create new grades that offer improved product
performance, allowing for expanded use in an extended range of applications.
Bio-based polyethylene to offer best opportunities
Bio-based polyethylene -- which entered the market in 2010 -- is expected to
offer the best opportunities for growth through 2016, increasing rapidly from
a small base. The exceptionally strong gains are predicated on the expansion
of production capacity, which will reduce prices and enable bio-based
polyethylene to compete more effectively with its petroleum-based counterpart.
Although bio-based polyethylene will continue to command a price premium that
will restrict demand in price-sensitive nonconsumer markets through 2016, the
fact that bio-based polyethylene is chemically identical to, and can serve as
a drop-in replacement for, conventional polyethylene will remain a key factor
driving its adoption.
Study coverage
This Freedonia industry study, “Bioplastics”, presents
historical demand data (2001, 2006, 2011) and forecasts for 2016 and 2021 by
resin, product, and market. The study also assesses key market environment
factors, evaluates company market share, and profiles 44 industry competitors.
This study can help you:
Determine your market & sales potential
Learn more about industry competitors
Assess new products & technologies
Identify firms to merge with or acquire
Complement your research & planning
Gather data for presentations
Confirm your own internal data
Make better business decisions
Freedonia's methods involve:
Establishing consistent economic and market forecasts
Using input/output ratios, flow charts and other economic methods to
quantify data
Employing in-house analysts who meet stringent quality standards
Interviewing key industry participants, experts and end users
Researching a proprietary database that includes trade publications,
government reports and corporate literature
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
II. MARKET ENVIRONMENT
General
Macroeconomic Overview
Consumer Spending
Demographic Trends
Manufacturing Outlook
Packaging Industry Outlook
Plastic Resin Outlook
Historical Market Trends
Pricing Trends
Solid Waste Management
Recycling
Incineration
Composting
Landfills & Other
Degradability & Bio-Based Standards
Regulatory & Legislative Environment
Raw Materials
Foreign Trade
International Activity
III. RESINS
General
Types
Polylactic Acid
Products
Markets
Producers
Starch-Based Plastics
Products
Markets
Producers
Cellulose Films
Bio-Based Polyethylene
Products
Markets
Producers
Bio-Based Polyamides
Degradable Polyesters
Products
Markets
Producers
Other Bioplastics
Polyhydroxyalkanoates
Bio-Based PET
All Other
IV. PRODUCTS & MARKETS
General
Products
Film
Molded Goods
Other
Markets
Packaging
Containers
Plastic Container Outlook
Bioplastics Demand
Packaging Film
Plastic Film Outlook
Bioplastics Demand
Loose-Fill
Loose-Fill Packaging Outlook
Bioplastics Demand
Other Packaging
Nonpackaging
Nonwovens & Textiles
Consumer Nonwovens & Textiles Outlook
Bioplastics Demand
Foodservice Disposables
Plastic Foodservice Disposables Outlook
Bioplastics Demand
Bags
Agriculture Products
Agricultural Outlook
Bioplastics Demand
Other Nonpackaging
V. INDUSTRY STRUCTURE
General
Market Share
Manufacturing Requirements
Research & Development
Marketing Strategies
Channels of Distribution
Competitive Strategies
Cooperative Agreements
COMPANY PROFILES
Accutech Films, see Clondalkin Group Holdings
Akzo Nobel NV
ALGIX LLC
AmberWorks, see Cargill
American Excelsior Company
AMYLEX Corporation
Archer-Daniels-Midland Company
Arkema SA
BASF SE
BioBag International AS
Braskem SA
Cargill Incorporated
Celanese Corporation
Cereplast Incorporated
Clarifoil, see Celanese
Clondalkin Group Holdings BV
Corn Products International, see Ingredion
Cortec Corporation
Cryovac, see Sealed Air
CSM NV
D&W Fine Pack LLC
DaniMer Scientific LLC
Dispoz-o Products, see D&W Fine Pack
Dow Chemical Company
DuPont (EI) de Nemours
DURECT Corporation
Eastman Chemical Company
Ecospan LLC
Fortune Plastics, see Clondalkin Group Holdings
Frito-Lay North America, see PepsiCo
Ingredion Incorporated
Innovia Films Limited
KTM Industries Incorporated
Kuraray Company Limited
Metabolix Incorporated
Micromidas Incorporated
National Starch, see Ingredion
NatureWorks, see Cargill
Ningbo Tianan Biologic Material Company Limited
Northern Technologies International Corporation
Novamont SpA
Novomer Incorporated
Pactiv, see Reynolds Group Holdings
PepsiCo Incorporated
Perstorp AB
Plantic Technologies Limited
PolyFerm Canada Incorporated
PolyOne Corporation
Reynolds Group Holdings Limited
Rodenburg Biopolymers BV
Sealed Air Corporation
Sekisui Chemical Company Limited
Solae, see DuPont (EI) de Nemours
Solanyl Biopolymers, see Rodenburg Biopolymers
StarchTech Incorporated
Storopack Hans Reichenecker GmbH
Toyota Motor Corporation
Wilkinson Industries, see D&W Fine Pack
Other Companies Mentioned in the Study
LIST OF TABLES
SECTION I -- EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Summary Table
SECTION II -- MARKET ENVIRONMENT
Macroeconomic Indicators
Personal Consumption Expenditures
Population & Households
Manufacturers' Shipments
Packaging Supply & Demand
Plastic Resin Supply & Demand
Bioplastics Market, 2001-2011
Bioplastics Pricing
Municipal Solid Waste Management by Process
Bioplastics Supply & Demand
SECTION III -- RESINS
Bioplastics Demand by Resin
Bioplastics Demand by Type
Polylactic Acid Demand by Product
Polylactic Acid Demand by Market
Starch-Based Plastics Demand by Product
Starch-Based Plastics Demand by Market
Cellulose Film Demand
Bio-Based Polyethylene Demand by Product
Bio-Based Polyethylene Demand by Market
Bio-Based Polyamides Demand
Degradable Polyesters Demand by Product
Degradable Polyesters Demand by Market
Other Bioplastics Demand by Resin
SECTION IV -- PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Bioplastics Demand by Product
Bioplastic Film Demand by Product & Resin
Bioplastic Molded Goods Demand by Product & Resin
Other Bioplastic Products Demand by Format & Resin
Bioplastics Demand by Market
Packaging Market for Bioplastics by Product
Plastic Container Demand
Container Demand for Bioplastics
Plastic Film Demand
Packaging Film Demand for Bioplastics by Resin
Loose-Fill Packaging Demand
Bioplastic Loose-Fill Packaging Demand
Other Packaging Demand for Bioplastics
Nonpackaging Markets for Bioplastics by Product
Consumer Nonwovens & Textiles Indicators
Nonwovens & Textiles Demand for Bioplastics
Plastic Demand in Foodservice Disposables
Foodservice Disposables Demand for Bioplastics by Resin & Product
Bioplastic Nonpackaging Bag Demand by Resin
Agricultural Indicators
Agriculture Products Demand for Bioplastics
Other Nonpackaging Markets for Bioplastics by Resin & Use
SECTION V -- INDUSTRY STRUCTURE
Bioplastics Sales by Company, 2011
Selected Cooperative Agreements
LIST OF CHARTS
SECTION II -- MARKET ENVIRONMENT
Bioplastics Market, 2001-2011
World Demand for Bioplastics, 2011
SECTION III -- RESINS
Bioplastics Demand by Resin, 2011
Polylactic Acid Demand by Market, 2011
Starch-Based Plastics Demand by Market, 2011
SECTION IV -- PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Bioplastics Demand by Product, 2011
Packaging Market for Bioplastics by Product, 2011
Nonpackaging Markets for Bioplastics by Product, 2011
SECTION V -- INDUSTRY STRUCTURE
Bioplastics Market Share, 2011
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