Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2025

Description

Persistence Market Research has recently released a comprehensive report on the global Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market, providing an in-depth analysis of key market dynamics, including driving forces, emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges. This report offers a detailed understanding of the market landscape, helping stakeholders make well-informed decisions.

Key Insights:

Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Size (2025E): US$ 498.7 Mn
Projected Market Value (2032F): US$ 730.3 Mn
Global Market Growth Rate (CAGR 2025 to 2032): 5.6%

Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market - Report Scope:

The polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) film market includes biodegradable and water-soluble films widely used in packaging, agriculture, embroidery, and consumer products. These films are known for their eco-friendly nature, transparency, and tensile strength. The market is witnessing strong growth due to rising environmental concerns, increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions, and expanding applications in agriculture and consumer detergents.

Market Growth Drivers:

The growth of the global polyvinyl alcohol film market is primarily driven by increasing environmental regulations and a shift toward sustainable, biodegradable packaging materials. As governments and industries emphasize reducing plastic waste, PVA films are gaining traction for their water solubility and compostability. Additionally, the expanding use of unit-dose packaging in detergents and agrochemicals supports market expansion. Innovations in film processing and expanding end-use industries like food packaging and textiles are further contributing to the rising demand for PVA films globally.

Market Restraints:

Despite its advantages, the polyvinyl alcohol film market faces several limitations. High production costs compared to conventional plastic films act as a significant barrier to widespread adoption, particularly in price-sensitive markets. The limited water resistance of these films in humid conditions can also restrict their application in certain packaging environments. Moreover, a lack of consumer awareness and inadequate infrastructure for biodegradable film disposal in many regions may further hinder market growth.

Market Opportunities:

The market presents numerous growth opportunities owing to technological advancements and growing global awareness regarding environmental sustainability. The surge in demand for water-soluble packaging in industries like agriculture and healthcare opens up new avenues for PVA film applications. Rising investments in R&D to improve film performance under varying environmental conditions can enhance product appeal. Additionally, untapped markets in developing regions and partnerships with FMCG and agrochemical companies offer strategic growth potential for manufacturers.

Key Questions Answered in the Report:

What are the main factors driving the global polyvinyl alcohol film market?
Which applications and regions are experiencing the highest growth in PVA film demand?
How are environmental policies influencing market dynamics and product development?
Who are the key players in the polyvinyl alcohol film market and what strategies are they using to remain competitive?
What innovations and future trends are shaping the PVA film industry?

Competitive Intelligence and Business Strategy:

Leading companies in the global polyvinyl alcohol film market, such as Kuraray Co., Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd., and Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, are heavily investing in sustainable technology development and production capacity expansion. These companies are also forming strategic alliances to penetrate emerging markets and meet customized demands. Focus on high-performance, low-foaming, and fully hydrolyzed grades of PVA films helps enhance market differentiation. Moreover, strengthening global distribution networks and promoting the environmental benefits of PVA films are central to their business strategies.

Companies Covered in This Report:

Kuraray Co.
Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
BASF SE
Chang Chun Group
Japan VAM & POVAL Co., Ltd.
Polysciences, Inc.
Arrow GreenTech Limited
Aicello Corporation
Ecomavi

Market Segmentation

By Grade Type:

Fully Hydrolyzed
Partially Hydrolyzed
Sub-Partially Hydrolyzed
Low Foaming Grades

By Application:

Detergent Packaging
Agrochemical Packaging
Embroidery
Laundry Bags
Food Packaging
Consumer Detergents
Others

By Region:

North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
South Asia and Oceania
Latin America
Middle East and Africa

Product Code: PMRREP35469

1. Executive Summary

1.1. Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Snapshot, 2025 and 2032
1.2. Market Opportunity Assessment, 2025-2032, US$ Mn
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Future Market Projections
1.5. Premium Market Insights
1.6. Industry Developments and Key Market Events
1.7. PMR Analysis and Recommendations

2. Market Overview

2.1. Market Scope and Definition
2.2. Market Dynamics
- 2.2.1. Drivers
- 2.2.2. Restraints
- 2.2.3. Opportunity
- 2.2.4. Challenges
- 2.2.5. Key Trends
2.3. Macro-Economic Factors
- 2.3.1. Global Sectorial Outlook
- 2.3.2. Global GDP Growth Outlook
2.4. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
2.5. Forecast Factors - Relevance and Impact

3. Value Added Insights

3.1. Regulatory Landscape
3.2. Pipeline Analysis
3.3. Product Adoption Analysis
3.4. Value Chain Analysis
3.5. Key Promotional Strategies by Manufacturers
3.6. PESTLE Analysis
3.7. Porter's Five Force Analysis

4. Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook:

4.1. Key Highlights
- 4.1.1. Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
- 4.1.2. Absolute $ Opportunity
4.2. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast
- 4.2.1. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, 2019-2024
- 4.2.2. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, 2025-2032
4.3. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook: Grade Type
- 4.3.1. Introduction / Key Findings
- 4.3.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Grade Type, 2019-2024
- 4.3.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Grade Type, 2025-2032
  - 4.3.3.1. Fully Hydrolyzed
  - 4.3.3.2. Partially Hydrolyzed
  - 4.3.3.3. Sub-Partially Hydrolyzed
  - 4.3.3.4. Low Foaming Grades
- 4.3.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Grade Type
4.4. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook: Application
- 4.4.1. Introduction / Key Findings
- 4.4.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Application, 2019-2024
- 4.4.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Application, 2025-2032
  - 4.4.3.1. Detergent Packaging
  - 4.4.3.2. Agrochemical Packaging
  - 4.4.3.3. Embroidery
  - 4.4.3.4. Laundry Bags
  - 4.4.3.5. Food Packaging
  - 4.4.3.6. Consumer Detergents
  - 4.4.3.7. Others
- 4.4.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Application

5. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook: Region

5.1. Key Highlights
5.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Region, 2019-2024
5.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Region, 2025-2032
- 5.3.1. North America
- 5.3.2. Europe
- 5.3.3. Asia Pacific
- 5.3.4. South Asia and Oceania
- 5.3.5. Latin America
- 5.3.6. Middle East & Africa
5.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Region

6. North America Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook:

6.1. Key Highlights
6.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Market, 2019-2024
- 6.2.1. By Grade Type
- 6.2.2. By Application
6.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Country, 2025-2032
- 6.3.1. U.S.
- 6.3.2. Canada
6.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Grade Type, 2025-2032
- 6.4.1. Fully Hydrolyzed
- 6.4.2. Partially Hydrolyzed
- 6.4.3. Sub-Partially Hydrolyzed
- 6.4.4. Low Foaming Grades
6.5. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Application, 2025-2032
- 6.5.1. Detergent Packaging
- 6.5.2. Agrochemical Packaging
- 6.5.3. Embroidery
- 6.5.4. Laundry Bags
- 6.5.5. Food Packaging
- 6.5.6. Consumer Detergents
- 6.5.7. Others
6.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

7. Europe Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook:

7.1. Key Highlights
7.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Market, 2019-2024
- 7.2.1. By Country
- 7.2.2. By Grade Type
- 7.2.3. By Application
7.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Country, 2025-2032
- 7.3.1. Germany
- 7.3.2. France
- 7.3.3. U.K.
- 7.3.4. Italy
- 7.3.5. Spain
- 7.3.6. Russia
- 7.3.7. Turkey
- 7.3.8. Rest of Europe
7.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Grade Type, 2025-2032
- 7.4.1. Fully Hydrolyzed
- 7.4.2. Partially Hydrolyzed
- 7.4.3. Sub-Partially Hydrolyzed
- 7.4.4. Low Foaming Grades
7.5. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Application, 2025-2032
- 7.5.1. Apparel Textiles
- 7.5.2. Home Textiles
- 7.5.3. Technical Textiles
- 7.5.4. Automotive Textiles
- 7.5.5. Others
7.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

8. East Asia Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook:

8.1. Key Highlights
8.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Market, 2019-2024
- 8.2.1. By Country
- 8.2.2. By Grade Type
- 8.2.3. By Application
8.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Country, 2025-2032
- 8.3.1. China
- 8.3.2. Japan
- 8.3.3. South Korea
8.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Grade Type, 2025-2032
- 8.4.1. Fully Hydrolyzed
- 8.4.2. Partially Hydrolyzed
- 8.4.3. Sub-Partially Hydrolyzed
- 8.4.4. Low Foaming Grades
8.5. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Application, 2025-2032
- 8.5.1. Detergent Packaging
- 8.5.2. Agrochemical Packaging
- 8.5.3. Embroidery
- 8.5.4. Laundry Bags
- 8.5.5. Food Packaging
- 8.5.6. Consumer Detergents
- 8.5.7. Others
8.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

9. South Asia & Oceania Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook:

9.1. Key Highlights
9.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Market, 2019-2024
- 9.2.1. By Country
- 9.2.2. By Grade Type
- 9.2.3. By Application
9.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Country, 2025-2032
- 9.3.1. India
- 9.3.2. Southeast Asia
- 9.3.3. ANZ
- 9.3.4. Rest of South Asia & Oceania
9.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Grade Type, 2025-2032
- 9.4.1. Fully Hydrolyzed
- 9.4.2. Partially Hydrolyzed
- 9.4.3. Sub-Partially Hydrolyzed
- 9.4.4. Low Foaming Grades
9.5. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Application, 2025-2032
- 9.5.1. Detergent Packaging
- 9.5.2. Agrochemical Packaging
- 9.5.3. Embroidery
- 9.5.4. Laundry Bags
- 9.5.5. Food Packaging
- 9.5.6. Consumer Detergents
- 9.5.7. Others
9.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

10. Latin America Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook:

10.1. Key Highlights
10.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Market, 2019-2024
- 10.2.1. By Country
- 10.2.2. By Grade Type
- 10.2.3. By Application
10.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Country, 2025-2032
- 10.3.1. Brazil
- 10.3.2. Mexico
- 10.3.3. Rest of Latin America
10.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Grade Type, 2025-2032
- 10.4.1. Fully Hydrolyzed
- 10.4.2. Partially Hydrolyzed
- 10.4.3. Sub-Partially Hydrolyzed
- 10.4.4. Low Foaming Grades
10.5. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Application, 2025-2032
- 10.5.1. Detergent Packaging
- 10.5.2. Agrochemical Packaging
- 10.5.3. Embroidery
- 10.5.4. Laundry Bags
- 10.5.5. Food Packaging
- 10.5.6. Consumer Detergents
- 10.5.7. Others
10.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

11. Middle East & Africa Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market Outlook:

11.1. Key Highlights
11.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis, By Market, 2019-2024
- 11.2.1. By Country
- 11.2.2. By Grade Type
- 11.2.3. By Application
11.3. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Country, 2025-2032
- 11.3.1. GCC Countries
- 11.3.2. Egypt
- 11.3.3. South Africa
- 11.3.4. Northern Africa
- 11.3.5. Rest of Middle East & Africa
11.4. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Grade Type, 2025-2032
- 11.4.1. Fully Hydrolyzed
- 11.4.2. Partially Hydrolyzed
- 11.4.3. Sub-Partially Hydrolyzed
- 11.4.4. Low Foaming Grades
11.5. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast, By Application, 2025-2032
- 11.5.1. Detergent Packaging
- 11.5.2. Agrochemical Packaging
- 11.5.3. Embroidery
- 11.5.4. Laundry Bags
- 11.5.5. Food Packaging
- 11.5.6. Consumer Detergents
- 11.5.7. Others
11.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis

12. Competition Landscape

12.1. Market Share Analysis, 2025
12.2. Market Structure
- 12.2.1. Competition Intensity Mapping By Market
- 12.2.2. Competition Dashboard
12.3. Company Profiles (Details - Overview, Financials, Strategy, Recent Developments)
- 12.3.1. Ecomavi
  - 12.3.1.1. Overview
  - 12.3.1.2. Segments and Products
  - 12.3.1.3. Key Financials
  - 12.3.1.4. Market Developments
  - 12.3.1.5. Market Strategy
- 12.3.2. Kuraray Co.
- 12.3.3. Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
- 12.3.4. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
- 12.3.5. BASF SE
- 12.3.6. Chang Chun Group
- 12.3.7. Japan VAM & POVAL Co., Ltd.
- 12.3.8. Polysciences, Inc.
- 12.3.9. Arrow GreenTech Limited
- 12.3.10. Aicello Corporation

13. Appendix

13.1. Research Methodology
13.2. Research Assumptions
13.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

Polyvinyl Alcohol Film Market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2025 - 2032