PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1797680
PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1797680
Bio-based binder Market Opportunity, Growth Drivers, Industry Trend Analysis, and Forecast 2025 - 2034
The Global Bio-based Binder Market was valued at USD 3.6 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.7% to reach USD 6.3 billion by 2034. Bio-based binders, developed from renewable sources like lignin, starches, and plant oils, are increasingly replacing synthetic adhesives in sectors such as construction, composites, and packaging. As sustainability becomes central to industry practices, companies and consumers are pushing for eco-conscious alternatives that reduce environmental impact. This growing demand for greener materials aligns with evolving global policies and environmental mandates.
Regulations promoting lower emissions and the use of renewable resources-particularly from governing bodies in North America and Europe-are encouraging manufacturers to expand their bio-based portfolios and accelerate innovation. These regulatory frameworks are becoming increasingly stringent, pushing industries to shift from petrochemical-based products to environmentally responsible alternatives. Incentives such as tax credits, government grants, and subsidies for using sustainable materials are further motivating companies to develop bio-based binders that comply with eco-labeling and environmental certifications. Mandates like carbon reduction targets and restrictions on VOC (volatile organic compound) emissions are compelling manufacturers to invest in cleaner technologies, reengineer production lines, and reformulate existing adhesives. This regulatory momentum not only fosters the development of low-impact materials but also sets the stage for widespread adoption across sectors like automotive, packaging, construction, and textiles.
| Market Scope | |
|---|---|
| Start Year | 2024 |
| Forecast Year | 2025-2034 |
| Start Value | $3.6 Billion |
| Forecast Value | $6.3 billion |
| CAGR | 5.7% |
The sustainability goal is driving adoption across various industries, with construction and building materials segment holding 25.9% share in 2024. The shift toward green infrastructure and eco-friendly building certifications is encouraging manufacturers to integrate bio-based binders into concrete mixtures, insulation, and other foundational materials to minimize carbon emissions in development projects.
The wood-based feedstock segment led the global market in 2024, supported by a strong supply chain, cost-effective sourcing, and its ease of processing into biopolymer adhesives. A robust forestry industry ensures steady raw material availability, making wood-based inputs more accessible for manufacturers. Meanwhile, agricultural residues are steadily gaining attention. These include leftover materials like straw and stalks, which not only reduce waste but also add value to farming by-products, helping balance economic and environmental priorities.
U.S. Bio-based binder Market generated USD 1.3 billion in 2024. With its developed manufacturing base and increasing demand for green construction and sustainable consumer products, the U.S. remains a key growth driver. Growing efforts to reduce the nation's carbon footprint have strengthened the push toward environmentally friendly adhesives across key sectors such as packaging, construction, and furniture. Demand for bio-based binders continues to rise in response to eco-conscious consumer trends and industrial sustainability goals.
Key companies in the Global Bio-based binder Market include Arkema, Sappi Limited, Ashland Global Holdings, BASF SE, BioBond Adhesives, Borregaard ASA, The Dow Chemical Company, Stora Enso Oyj, Ingredion Incorporated, and Cargill. To strengthen their foothold in the bio-based binder market, companies are focused on expanding their product lines through continuous R&D and collaborations aimed at improving performance and scalability. Strategic partnerships with raw material suppliers and end-use industries help create reliable supply chains and open doors to new applications. Many players are also investing in next-gen binder technologies that meet stringent global sustainability standards. Mergers and acquisitions are being pursued to enhance production capabilities and access untapped markets. Companies are tailoring product innovations for high-demand sectors like construction and packaging, while increasing production efficiency through process automation and renewable energy integration.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope
- 1.1 Market scope and definition
- 1.2 Research design
- 1.2.1 Research approach
- 1.2.2 Data collection methods
- 1.3 Data mining sources
- 1.3.1 Global
- 1.3.2 Regional/Country
- 1.4 Base estimates and calculations
- 1.4.1 Base year calculation
- 1.4.2 Key trends for market estimation
- 1.5 Primary research and validation
- 1.5.1 Primary sources
- 1.6 Forecast model
- 1.7 Research assumptions and limitations
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
- 2.1 Industry 3600 synopsis
- 2.2 Key market trends
- 2.2.1 Product type trends
- 2.2.2 Application trends
- 2.2.3 End use industry trends
- 2.2.4 Feedstock source trends
- 2.2.5 Regional trends
- 2.3 TAM Analysis, 2025-2034
- 2.4 CXO perspectives: Strategic imperatives
- 2.4.1 Executive decision points
- 2.4.2 Critical success factors
- 2.5 Future Outlook and Strategic Recommendations
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
- 3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
- 3.1.1 Supplier landscape
- 3.1.2 Profit margin
- 3.1.3 Value addition at each stage
- 3.1.4 Factor affecting the value chain
- 3.1.5 Disruptions
- 3.2 Industry impact forces
- 3.2.1 Growth drivers
- 3.2.2 Industry pitfalls and challenges
- 3.2.3 Market opportunities
- 3.3 Growth potential analysis
- 3.4 Regulatory landscape
- 3.4.1 North America
- 3.4.2 Europe
- 3.4.3 Asia Pacific
- 3.4.4 Latin America
- 3.4.5 Middle East & Africa
- 3.5 Porter's analysis
- 3.6 PESTEL analysis
- 3.7 Technology and Innovation landscape
- 3.7.1 Current technological trends
- 3.7.2 Emerging technologies
- 3.8 Price trends
- 3.8.1 By region
- 3.8.2 By product type
- 3.9 Future market trends
- 3.10 Technology and Innovation landscape
- 3.10.1 Current technological trends
- 3.10.2 Emerging technologies
- 3.11 Patent Landscape
- 3.12 Trade statistics (HS code)
( Note: the trade statistics will be provided for key countries only)
- 3.12.1 Major importing countries
- 3.12.2 Major exporting countries
- 3.13 Sustainability and environmental aspects
- 3.13.1 Sustainable practices
- 3.13.2 Waste reduction strategies
- 3.13.3 Energy efficiency in production
- 3.13.4 Eco-friendly initiatives
- 3.14 Carbon footprint consideration
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2024
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Company market share analysis
- 4.2.1 By region
- 4.2.1.1 North America
- 4.2.1.2 Europe
- 4.2.1.3 Asia Pacific
- 4.2.1.4 LATAM
- 4.2.1.5 MEA
- 4.2.1 By region
- 4.3 Company matrix analysis
- 4.4 Competitive analysis of major market players
- 4.5 Competitive positioning matrix
- 4.6 Key developments
- 4.6.1 Mergers & acquisitions
- 4.6.2 Partnerships & collaborations
- 4.6.3 New product launches
- 4.6.4 Expansion plans
Chapter 5 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Product Type, 2021-2034 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
- 5.1 Key trends
- 5.2 Lignin-based binders
- 5.2.1 Kraft lignin binders
- 5.2.2 Lignosulfonate binders
- 5.2.3 Organosolv lignin binders
- 5.2.4 Enzymatic lignin binders
- 5.3 Starch-based binders
- 5.3.1 Native starch binders
- 5.3.2 Modified starch binders
- 5.3.3 Starch derivatives
- 5.4 Cellulose-based binders
- 5.4.1 Microcrystalline cellulose
- 5.4.2 Nanocellulose binders
- 5.4.3 Cellulose derivatives
- 5.5 Protein-based binders
- 5.5.1 Soy protein binders
- 5.5.2 Wheat protein binders
- 5.5.3 Other plant protein binders
- 5.6 Natural gum and resin binders
- 5.7 Bio-based polyurethane binders
- 5.8 Other bio-based binders
Chapter 6 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2021-2034 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
- 6.1 Key trends
- 6.2 Construction and building materials
- 6.2.1 Wood composites and particleboard
- 6.2.2 Insulation materials
- 6.2.3 Concrete additives
- 6.2.4 Flooring applications
- 6.3 Paints and coatings
- 6.3.1 Architectural coatings
- 6.3.2 Industrial coatings
- 6.3.3 Protective coatings
- 6.4 Adhesives and sealants
- 6.4.1 Structural adhesives
- 6.4.2 Packaging adhesives
- 6.4.3 Consumer adhesives
- 6.5 Paper and packaging
- 6.5.1 Paper manufacturing
- 6.5.2 Corrugated packaging
- 6.5.3 Flexible packaging
- 6.6 Automotive
- 6.6.1 Interior components
- 6.6.2 Composite materials
- 6.6.3 Acoustic materials
- 6.7 Energy storage (battery binders)
- 6.7.1 Lithium-ion battery binders
- 6.7.2 Other battery technologies
- 6.8 Food and beverages
- 6.9 Textile and non-woven
- 6.10 Others
Chapter 7 Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use Industry, 2021-2034 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
- 7.1 Key trends
- 7.2 Construction
- 7.3 Automotive
- 7.4 Packaging
- 7.5 Electronics and energy storage
- 7.6 Food and beverages
- 7.7 Textile
- 7.8 Furniture and home furnishing
- 7.9 Aerospace and defense
- 7.10 Others
Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Feedstock Source, 2021-2034 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
- 8.1 Key trends
- 8.2 Wood-based feedstock
- 8.2.1 Hardwood sources
- 8.2.1 Softwood sources
- 8.2.1 Wood processing residues
- 8.3 Agricultural residues
- 8.3.1 Crop residues
- 8.3.1 Processing by-products
- 8.4 Dedicated energy crops
- 8.5 Algae and marine sources
- 8.6 Municipal solid waste
- 8.7 Others
Chapter 9 Market Estimates and Forecast, By Region, 2021-2034 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
- 9.1 Key trends
- 9.2 North America
- 9.2.1 U.S.
- 9.2.2 Canada
- 9.3 Europe
- 9.3.1 Germany
- 9.3.2 UK
- 9.3.3 France
- 9.3.4 Spain
- 9.3.5 Italy
- 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
- 9.4 Asia Pacific
- 9.4.1 China
- 9.4.2 India
- 9.4.3 Japan
- 9.4.4 Australia
- 9.4.5 South Korea
- 9.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
- 9.5 Latin America
- 9.5.1 Brazil
- 9.5.2 Mexico
- 9.5.3 Argentina
- 9.5.4 Rest of Latin America
- 9.6 Middle East and Africa
- 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
- 9.6.2 South Africa
- 9.6.3 UAE
- 9.6.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa
Chapter 10 Company Profiles
- 10.1 Arkema
- 10.2 Ashland Global Holdings
- 10.3 BASF SE
- 10.4 BioBond Adhesives
- 10.5 Borregaard ASA
- 10.6 Cargill
- 10.7 Ingredion Incorporated
- 10.8 Sappi Limited
- 10.9 Stora Enso Oyj
- 10.10 The Dow Chemical Company
