The Biodegradable Films Market Overview 2025 report reveals that the market size has grown significantly over the past few years, with projections indicating further expansion.
The market size of biodegradable films has seen substantial growth lately. It increased from $1.35 billion in 2024 to $1.45 billion in 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%.
The Biodegradable Films market is predicted to grow to a value of $1.95 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%.
Download Your Free Sample of the 2025 Biodegradable Films Market Report and Uncover Key Trends Now!The key drivers in the biodegradable films market are:
• Improvements in cost competitiveness and global market expansion
• Increase in R&D investments and expansion in agriculture applications
• Rising global waste management concerns
• Shift from plastic to sustainable materials due to environmental regulations and advancements in material science
The biodegradable films market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Polylactic Acid (PLA), Starch Blends, Biodegradable Polyesters, Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), Other Types
2) By Application: Bags, Mulch Films, Wrapping Films, Liners, Other Applications
3) By End-Use: Food And Beverage, Healthcare, Personal Care And Cosmetics, Agriculture, Metal, Glass, Other End-Users
The key trends in the biodegradable films market are:
• The trend towards sustainable materials, replacing plastics, is emerging in the market.
• Increasing environmental concerns and regulations are prominently shaping the market future.
• The industry is being dynamically influenced by advancements in material science.
• The demand from the food packaging industry also represents a significant future trend.
Major companies in the biodegradable films market are:
• BASF SE
• Futamura Chemical Co. Ltd.
• Taghleef Industries LLC
• BioBag International AS
• Plascon Group
• Avery Dennison Corporation
• Walki Group Oy
• Bi-Ax International Inc.
• Cortec Corporation
• Clondalkin Group
• Groupe Barbier
• Kingfa Sci & Tech Co. Ltd.
• Tipa Corp Ltd.
• Novamont SpA
• Sigmund Lindner GmbH
• Organix AG
• Armando Alvarez Group
• Amtrex Nature Care Pvt Ltd.
• Solos Polymers Pvt. Ltd.
• ENVIPLAST
• Xinle Huabao Medical Products Co. Ltd.
• Tilak Polypack Private Limited
• EcoBharat
• Polynova Industries Inc.
• Magical Film Enterprise Co. Ltd.
• Chintec Limited
• RKW Group
• Dow Chemical Company
• Plastiroll Oy
• Mondi Group
• Innovia Films Ltd.
• Toray Industries Inc.
• Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
• NatureWorks LLC
• Danimer Scientific Inc.
• Total Corbion PLA
• Synbra Technology BV
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the biodegradable films market share in 2024 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period