Product Code: PM5500
The biopolymer packaging market size is expected to reach USD 84.19 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "Biopolymer Packaging Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Material [Polylactic Acid (PLA), Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), Starch Blends, Polybutylene Succinate (PBS), and Others], End Use, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) - Market Forecast, 2025-2034" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
Biopolymer packaging refers to packaging materials made from renewable, biodegradable, or compostable biological sources, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic packaging. Major industries such as food & beverage (F&B), personal care, and e-commerce are actively seeking eco-friendly packaging to meet sustainability goals and consumer expectations. Brands are aligning their packaging strategies with sustainable materials such as PLA, PHA, and starch-based biopolymers with increasing demand for organic and ethically sourced products. Leading companies such as Nestle, Unilever, and Coca-Cola have pledged to incorporate more biodegradable and recyclable materials into their packaging portfolios. Retailers and fast-food chains are also adopting biopolymer-based alternatives to replace plastic cutlery, straws, and takeaway containers, driving widespread commercialization of biopolymer packaging solutions and thereby fueling the biopolymer packaging market growth.
Large corporations and packaging manufacturers are integrating circular economy principles into their business strategies, further propelling biopolymer adoption. Many companies are committing to net-zero emissions, using renewable feedstocks, and reducing their reliance on fossil fuel-based packaging. Global initiatives such as The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's New Plastics Economy are pushing brands to develop biodegradable and compostable alternatives. Additionally, companies are forming partnerships with biopolymer producers to co-develop sustainable packaging solutions. Businesses are increasingly investing in sustainable materials with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors influencing investor decisions, thereby driving the biopolymer packaging market demand.
Biopolymer Packaging Market Report Highlights
Based on end use, the food and beverage segment dominated the biopolymer packaging market share in 2024, driven by increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions in the food & beverage industry.
The polylactic acid (PLA) segment, based on material, is expected to witness significant growth during the forecast period due to its widespread use in food & beverage packaging, cost-effectiveness, and strong composability profile.
In 2024, Europe dominated the biopolymer packaging market revenue share due to stringent environmental regulations, strong government policies, and high consumer awareness regarding sustainability.
Asia Pacific is expected to record significant share during the forecast period driven by rising environmental concerns and increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions.
A few global key market players are BASF SE; Biome Bioplastics Ltd.; CJ Biomaterials, Inc.; Danimer Scientific; FKuR Kunststoff GmbH; Futerro; Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation; Nature Works LLC; Novamont S.p.A.; Plantic Technologies Ltd.; Rodenburg Biopolymers; Synbra Technology BV; TIPA Corp Ltd.; Toray Industries, Inc.; and TotalEnergies Corbion.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the biopolymer packaging market report on the basis of material, end use, and region:
By Material (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
- Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
- Starch Blends
- Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)
- Others
By End Use (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
- Food & Beverages
- Consumer Goods
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
- Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Netherlands
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Latin America
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Israel
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
- 1.1. Report Description
- 1.1.1. Objectives of the Study
- 1.1.2. Market Scope
- 1.1.3. Assumptions
- 1.2. Stakeholders
2. Executive Summary
3. Research Methodology
- 3.1. Overview
- 3.2. Data Materials
- 3.2.1. Primary Materials
- 3.2.2. Secondary Materials
4. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market Insights
- 4.1. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Market Snapshot
- 4.2. Biopolymer Packaging Market Dynamics
- 4.2.1. Drivers and Opportunities
- 4.2.1.1. Consumer Preference for Eco-Friendly and Biodegradable Packaging
- 4.2.1.2. Rising Investments in Biopolymer Production and Infrastructure
- 4.2.2. Restraints and Challenges
- 4.2.2.1. Raw Material Price Fluctuation
- 4.3. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers (Moderate)
- 4.3.2. Threats of New Entrants: (Low)
- 4.3.3. Bargaining Power of Buyers (Moderate)
- 4.3.4. Threat of Substitute (Moderate)
- 4.3.5. Rivalry among existing firms (High)
- 4.4. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.5. Biopolymer Packaging Market End Use Trends
- 4.6. Value Chain Analysis
- 4.7. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
5. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material
- 5.1. Key Findings
- 5.2. Introduction
- 5.2.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.3. Polylactic Acid (PLA)
- 5.3.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Polylactic Acid (PLA), by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.4. Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
- 5.4.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.5. Starch Blends
- 5.5.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Starch Blends, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.6. Polybutylene Succinate (PBS)
- 5.6.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Polybutylene Succinate (PBS), by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.7. Others
- 5.7.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Others, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
6. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use
- 6.1. Key Findings
- 6.2. Introduction
- 6.2.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.3. Food & Beverages
- 6.3.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Food & Beverages, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.4. Consumer Goods
- 6.4.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Consumer Goods, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.5. Personal Care & Cosmetics
- 6.5.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Personal Care & Cosmetics, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.6. Healthcare
- 6.6.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Healthcare, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.7. Agriculture
- 6.7.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Agriculture, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.8. Others
- 6.8.1. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Others, by Region, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
7. Global Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Geography
- 7.1. Key Findings
- 7.2. Introduction
- 7.2.1. Biopolymer Packaging Market Assessment, By Geography, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3. Biopolymer Packaging Market - North America
- 7.3.1. North America: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.2. North America: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.3. Biopolymer Packaging Market - U.S.
- 7.3.3.1. U.S.: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.3.2. U.S.: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.4. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Canada
- 7.3.4.1. Canada: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.4.2. Canada: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Europe
- 7.4.1. Europe: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.2. Europe: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.3. Biopolymer Packaging Market - UK
- 7.4.3.1. UK: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.3.2. UK: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.4. Biopolymer Packaging Market - France
- 7.4.4.1. France: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.4.2. France: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.5. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Germany
- 7.4.5.1. Germany: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.5.2. Germany: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.6. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Italy
- 7.4.6.1. Italy: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.6.2. Italy: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.7. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Spain
- 7.4.7.1. Spain: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.7.2. Spain: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.8. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Netherlands
- 7.4.8.1. Netherlands: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.8.2. Netherlands: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.9. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Russia
- 7.4.9.1. Russia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.9.2. Russia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.10. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Rest of Europe
- 7.4.10.1. Rest of Europe: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4.10.2. Rest of Europe: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Asia Pacific
- 7.5.1. Asia Pacific: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.2. Asia Pacific: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.3. Biopolymer Packaging Market - China
- 7.5.3.1. China: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.3.2. China: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.4. Biopolymer Packaging Market - India
- 7.5.4.1. India: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.4.2. India: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.5. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Malaysia
- 7.5.5.1. Malaysia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.5.2. Malaysia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.6. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Japan
- 7.5.6.1. Japan: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.6.2. Japan: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.7. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Indonesia
- 7.5.7.1. Indonesia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.7.2. Indonesia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.8. Biopolymer Packaging Market - South Korea
- 7.5.8.1. South Korea: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.8.2. South Korea: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.9. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Australia
- 7.5.9.1. Australia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.9.2. Australia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.10. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Rest of Asia Pacific
- 7.5.10.1. Rest of Asia Pacific: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5.10.2. Rest of Asia Pacific: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Middle East & Africa
- 7.6.1. Middle East & Africa: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.2. Middle East & Africa: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.3. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Saudi Arabia
- 7.6.3.1. Saudi Arabia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.3.2. Saudi Arabia: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.4. Biopolymer Packaging Market - UAE
- 7.6.4.1. UAE: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.4.2. UAE: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.5. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Israel
- 7.6.5.1. Israel: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.5.2. Israel: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.6. Biopolymer Packaging Market - South Africa
- 7.6.6.1. South Africa: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.6.2. South Africa: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.7. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Rest of Middle East & Africa
- 7.6.7.1. Rest of Middle East & Africa: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.7.2. Rest of Middle East & Africa: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Latin America
- 7.7.1. Latin America: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.2. Latin America: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.3. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Mexico
- 7.7.3.1. Mexico: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.3.2. Mexico: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.4. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Brazil
- 7.7.4.1. Brazil: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.4.2. Brazil: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.5. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Argentina
- 7.7.5.1. Argentina: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.5.2. Argentina: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.6. Biopolymer Packaging Market - Rest of Latin America
- 7.7.6.1. Rest of Latin America: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by Material, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7.6.2. Rest of Latin America: Biopolymer Packaging Market, by End Use, 2020-2034 (USD Billion)
8. Competitive Landscape
- 8.1. Expansion and Acquisition Analysis
- 8.1.1. Expansion
- 8.1.2. Acquisitions
- 8.2. Partnerships/Collaborations/Agreements/Exhibitions
9. Company Profiles
- 9.1. BASF SE
- 9.1.1. Company Overview
- 9.1.2. Financial Performance
- 9.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.1.4. Recent Development
- 9.2. Biome Bioplastics Ltd.
- 9.2.1. Company Overview
- 9.2.2. Financial Performance
- 9.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.2.4. Recent Development
- 9.3. CJ Biomaterials, Inc.
- 9.3.1. Company Overview
- 9.3.2. Financial Performance
- 9.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.3.4. Recent Development
- 9.4. Danimer Scientific
- 9.4.1. Company Overview
- 9.4.2. Financial Performance
- 9.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.4.4. Recent Development
- 9.5. FKuR Kunststoff GmbH
- 9.5.1. Company Overview
- 9.5.2. Financial Performance
- 9.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.5.4. Recent Development
- 9.6. Futerro
- 9.6.1. Company Overview
- 9.6.2. Financial Performance
- 9.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.6.4. Recent Development
- 9.7. Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation
- 9.7.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.4. Recent Development
- 9.8. Nature works llc
- 9.8.1. Company Overview
- 9.8.2. Financial Performance
- 9.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.8.4. Recent Development
- 9.9. Novamont S.p.A.
- 9.9.1. Company Overview
- 9.9.2. Financial Performance
- 9.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.9.4. Recent Development
- 9.10. Plantic Technologies Ltd.
- 9.10.1. Company Overview
- 9.10.2. Financial Performance
- 9.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.10.4. Recent Development
- 9.11. Rodenburg Biopolymers
- 9.11.1. Company Overview
- 9.11.2. Financial Performance
- 9.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.11.4. Recent Development
- 9.12. Synbra Technology BV
- 9.12.1. Company Overview
- 9.12.2. Financial Performance
- 9.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.12.4. Recent Development
- 9.13. TIPA Corp Ltd.
- 9.13.1. Company Overview
- 9.13.2. Financial Performance
- 9.13.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.13.4. Recent Development
- 9.14. Toray Industries, Inc.
- 9.14.1. Company Overview
- 9.14.2. Financial Performance
- 9.14.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.14.4. Recent Development
- 9.15. TotalEnergies Corbion
- 9.15.1. Company Overview
- 9.15.2. Financial Performance
- 9.15.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.15.4. Recent Development