Insight by Abdul Wasay, Chief Operating Officer at The Business Research Company
In response to fluctuating tariffs and geopolitical trade developments, the Biodegradable Polymers Market Outlook 2025 analyses how businesses are adapting through supply chain diversification and strategic sourcing.
What Are the Expected Market Growth Rates for the Biodegradable Polymers Market?
The market size for biodegradable polymers has seen significant growth recently. The market, which was valued at $7.78 billion in 2024, is projected to rise to $9.09 billion in 2025. This is thanks to a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.8%.
What Are the Expected Market Growth Trends for the Biodegradable Polymers Market Through 2029?
The market size for biodegradable polymers is projected to reach $17.7 billion in 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.1%.
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What Are the Key Business Drivers in the Biodegradable Polymers Market Landscape?
The key Drivers in the biodegradable polymers market are:
• Expansion of agricultural sectors globally
• Rising global demand for food and related agricultural products
• Advancements and innovations in farming technologies
• Increased emphasis on sustainability and use of bio-based materials in agriculture
How Is the Biodegradable Polymers Market Divided Across Key Categories?
The biodegradable polymersmarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Starch-Based, Polylactic Acid (PLA), Polyhydroxy Alkanoates (PHA), Polyesters, Cellulose Derivatives
2) By Substrate: Paper And Paperboard, Cellulose Films, Other Substrates
3) By Application: Agriculture, Textile, Consumer Goods, Packaging, Healthcare, Other Applications
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What Are the Ongoing Trends in the Biodegradable Polymers Market?
The key trends in the biodegradable polymers market are:
• The development of soil conditioners from biodegradable polymers by major companies is a growing trend.
• The use of biodegradable polymers to enhance plant growth and soil health is an emerging innovation.
• There's a trend towards using biodegradable polymers to promote successful planting and minimize the need for replanting.
• Increasing the levels of beneficial elements like nitrogen and organic carbon in plants using biodegradable polymers is a novel approach.
Which Companies are Expanding in the Biodegradable Polymers Industry?
The key players in the biodegradable polymers market are:
• BASF SE
• Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation
• Merck Group
• Evonik Industries AG
• Solvay S.A.
• Koninklijke DSM N.V.
• Smurfit Kappa Group plc
• Sulzer Ltd.
• Toyobo Co. Ltd.
• Corbion N.V.
• Green Dot Bioplastics Inc.
• Kaneka Belgium N.V.
• Danimer Scientific Inc.
• Polysciences Inc.
• Sulapac Ltd.
• TIPA Corp Ltd.
• Natur-Tec
• TotalEnergies Corbion B.V.
• BioBag International AS
• Futerro S.A.
• Cereplast Inc.
Which is the Largest Region the Global Biodegradable Polymers Market?
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the biodegradable polymers market in 2024
