Bioplastics and Biopolymers Market Report 2026

The bioplastics and biopolymers market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $13.83 billion in 2025 to $16.31 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising environmental awareness, early commercialization of biodegradable plastics, increasing use of bio-based materials in packaging, availability of agricultural feedstock, regulatory restrictions on single-use plastics.

The bioplastics and biopolymers market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $31.01 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of circular economy initiatives, increasing investments in bio-refinery technologies, growing demand for sustainable materials across industries, advancements in genetically engineered polymers, rising adoption of bio-based materials in automotive and textiles. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of bio-based packaging materials, rising development of biodegradable polymer blends, growing use of pla and pha in consumer products, expansion of biocomposites in automotive applications, enhanced focus on scalable bio-polymer manufacturing.

The increasing demand for packaged food is fueling the growth of the bioplastics and biopolymers market. Packaged foods include prepared foods and beverages that are enclosed in permeable or impermeable materials to prevent direct contact with the environment and potential contaminants. Food and beverages packaged in bioplastics and biopolymers remain fresher for longer, are safeguarded from moisture, pollutants, UV radiation, and other external factors, and have an extended shelf life. For example, in July 2025, according to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), a Canada-based government department, in 2024, the top packaged food categories in Australia by retail value were dairy at US$7.3 billion (19.5% market share), baked goods at US$5.5 billion (14.7%), and meals and soups at US$3.6 billion (9.6%). Consequently, the growing demand for packaged food is anticipated to drive the bioplastics and biopolymers market in the coming years.

Major companies in the bioplastics and biopolymers market are concentrating on creating innovative solutions, such as algae-based bioplastics and biopolymers, to improve sustainability and offer eco-friendly substitutes for conventional plastics. Algae-based bioplastics and biopolymers are materials obtained from plants that grow in water or on moist surfaces without stems or leaves. They provide biodegradable and renewable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics while retaining comparable mechanical properties, including strength and flexibility. For example, in April 2023, Kelpy, an Australia-based bioplastics startup, introduced bioplastic pellets made entirely from seaweed. These pellets are produced from renewable sources like Sargassum and aim to address the pressing demand for sustainable alternatives to traditional plastics. The material is biodegradable and compatible with existing manufacturing machinery, facilitating seamless integration into current production processes. Its adaptability allows for use in food containers, cosmetic packaging, and other plastic products.

In October 2023, Versalis S.p.A., an Italy-based provider of chemical products and solutions, acquired the remaining 64% of Novamont for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Versalis seeks to further its strategy toward renewable-based chemistry by integrating Novamont’s bioplastics and biochemicals portfolio, strengthening technological capabilities, and expanding its low-carbon product offerings. Novamont S.p.A. is an Italy-based manufacturer specializing in bioplastics and biochemicals.

Major companies operating in the bioplastics and biopolymers market are NatureWorks LLC, Odbinv S.A., BASF SE, TotalEnergies Corbion Ltd., Novamont S.P.A, Biome Bioplastics Limited, Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation, Toray Industries Inc., Plantic Technologies Ltd., Bio-on Plants S.r.l., Eastman Chemical Company, Futamura Group, Danimer Scientific Inc., Corbion NV, Arkema SA, Cardia Bioplastics Limited, Eni S.p.A., FKuR Kunststoff GmbH, CCL Industries Inc., Kaneka Corporation, Metabolix Inc., NaturePlast, Newlight Technologies Inc., PTT MCC Biochem Company Limited, Rodenburg Biopolymers BV, Shenzhen Ecomann Biotechnology Co. Ltd., Showa Denko KK, Solanyl Biopolymers Inc., Solegear Bioplastic Technologies Inc., Stora Enso Oyj.

North America was the largest region in the bioplastics and biopolymers market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global bioplastics and biopolymers market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the bioplastics and 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 bioplastics and biopolymers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The bioplastics and biopolymers market consists of sales of biodegradables including PLA, starch blends, PHA, PBS, PCL, and PBAT, and non-biodegradables including BIO-PET, BIO-PABIO-PE, BIO-PTT, and BIO-PP. 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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