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A biopolymer refers to a natural polymer that is synthesized by living organisms, including proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides. These materials are biodegradable and eco-friendly, commonly utilized in fields such as packaging, agriculture, and medicine. Biopolymers provide a sustainable alternative to synthetic polymers, helping to minimize plastic waste and decrease dependence on fossil fuels.
Key products derived from biopolymers include biopolyethylene terephthalate, biopolyethylene, biodegradable polyesters, biodegradable starch blends, polylactic acid, polytrimethylene terephthalate, and polyhydroxyalkanoates, among others. Bio-polyethylene terephthalate (Bio-PET) is a biopolymer obtained from renewable resources such as sugarcane. Its diverse applications encompass films, bottles, fibers, seed coatings, vehicle parts, medical implants, and more, serving various end-uses in packaging, consumer goods, automotive, textiles, and agriculture.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs have impacted the biopolymers market by increasing costs for imported bio based feedstocks, fermentation equipment, and processing machinery, leading to higher production expenses. Packaging, automotive components, and medical application segments are most affected, particularly in regions dependent on cross border trade such as Asia Pacific and Europe. At the same time, tariffs have encouraged local biomass sourcing and domestic manufacturing investments, supporting regional production growth and stronger supply chain resilience.
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The biopolymers market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $19.52 billion in 2025 to $22.14 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to regulatory pressure on plastic waste, volatility in fossil fuel prices, early adoption in packaging industry, government funding for bio materials research, consumer awareness of environmental impact.
The biopolymers market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $36.42 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to stringent single use plastic bans, scale up of biopolymer production capacity, cost reduction through feedstock innovation, growing demand from automotive lightweighting, increased investment in bio based circular economy. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of biodegradable packaging materials, rising use of biopolymers in agricultural films and seed coatings, growing demand for bio based medical implants, expansion of compostable consumer goods, improved material performance through polymer blending.
The increasing awareness of plastic pollution is expected to drive growth in the biopolymer market. Plastic pollution refers to the buildup of plastic waste in the environment, which poses risks to ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. This heightened awareness is fueled by factors such as environmental campaigns, media coverage, scientific research on the long-term effects of plastic, and government regulations. Biopolymers contribute to addressing plastic pollution by providing eco-friendly alternatives and underscoring the need for sustainable solutions to minimize plastic waste. For example, in June 2024, the European Parliament reported that the EU adopted new measures to combat plastic marine litter, including a target of 25% recycled content in plastic bottles by 2025 and 30% by 2030. Thus, the growing awareness of plastic pollution is propelling the biopolymer market forward.
Leading companies in the biopolymer market are developing semi-crystalline polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) biopolymers to enhance performance and biodegradability for sustainable applications. Semi-crystalline PHA is a biodegradable plastic derived from natural resources, offering greater heat stability and rigidity compared to amorphous variants. It is suitable for applications requiring higher thermal resistance and structural strength, such as packaging, agricultural films, and durable goods. For instance, in May 2024, CJ Biomaterials, a U.S.-based biotechnology firm, introduced the PHACT S1000P (scPHA), a semi-crystalline PHA biopolymer designed for high-heat stability. This product provides a more rigid alternative to the company's earlier amorphous PHA (aPHA) offerings. It combines eco-friendliness with high performance, being a bio-based material certified by TUV OK for home and industrial composting, as well as marine and soil biodegradability. This innovation represents a significant advancement in providing versatile, sustainable solutions for packaging, including food-contact materials.
In October 2023, Versalis SpA, an Italy-based chemical company, acquired Novamont for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is part of Versalis' strategy to integrate a unique and complementary technological platform, aiming to decarbonize its product portfolio and support the development of high-value, multi-product supply chains. Novamont specializes in the production of biopolymers and bioplastics.
Major companies operating in the biopolymers market are BASF SE, NatureWorks LLC, Danimer Scientific Inc., Avantium N.V., Novamont S.p.A., Corbion N.V., TotalEnergies Corbion, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Toray Industries Inc., Kuraray Co. Ltd., Teijin Limited, Braskem S.A., Arkema S.A., Solvay S.A., DSM-Firmenich, Evonik Industries AG, PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited, CJ CheilJedang Corporation, Kaneka Corporation, Rodenburg Biopolymers BV
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the biopolymer market in 2025, and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the biopolymers market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the biopolymers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The biopolymer market consists of sales of chitosan, cellulose-biopolymers, and polycaprolactone (PCL). Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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