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The global market for bio-based sustainable biopolymers was valued at $2.9 million in 2025 and is estimated to reach $6.9 million by 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.8% from 2025 through 2030.

The polyamides market for bio-based sustainable biopolymers was valued at $1.2 million in 2025 and is estimated to reach $3.3 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 22.1% from 2025 through 2030.

The polyethylene market for bio-based sustainable biopolymers was valued at $592.5 thousand in 2025 and is estimated to reach $1.3 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 17.4% from 2025 through 2030.

Report Scope

This report provides an analysis of market trends in the global market for sustainable biopolymers. Sustainable biopolymers encompass two types: bio-based polymers and biodegradable polymers. These categories are distinct, though some polymers overlap between them. This report includes technological, economic and business evaluations of the sustainable bioindustry and provides forecasts for global market growth. The report examines market forces, leading manufacturers and emerging opportunities. All market value estimates are based on an analysis of multiple factors and manufacturer revenues. The report offers insights into the sustainable biopolymers industry.

The bio-based polymers and biodegradable polymers segments of the market are distinguished by independent evaluations that reflect their distinct characteristics, sources, and end uses.

• Bio-based Polymers: Polyamides, polytrimethylene terephthalate, polyethylene, polyethylene terephthalate and others.
• Biodegradable Polymers: Polylactic acid, starch-containing polymer compounds, polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate (PBAT), polyhydroxyalkanoates and others.
• Region: North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, South America, and the Middle East and Africa (MEA).

Both the bio-based and biodegradable polymers segments are analyzed with respect to their sources, end-use applications and regional markets, providing a comprehensive view of the sustainable biopolymer landscape. The report also examines the industry's supply chain, key market drivers, PESTLE analysis and Porter's Five Forces analysis. It includes forecasts for growth from 2024 to 2030, profiles of leading manufacturers, ESG developments, the competitive landscape and relevant regulatory aspects at both international and regional levels.

Report Includes

• 107 data tables and 46 additional tables
• An overview of the current and future global markets for sustainable biopolymers
• In-depth analysis of global market trends, featuring historical revenue data for 2024, estimated figures for 2025, as well as forecasts for 2029. This analysis includes projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) through 2030
• Estimates of the market size (both in terms of volume and value), along with a market share analysis by type, source, end-use industry and region
• Facts and figures pertaining to the market dynamics, technical advances, regulations and the impact of macroeconomic factors
• Analysis of market opportunities with a holistic review of Porter's Five Forces analysis and value chain analysis, considering both micro- and macro-environmental factors prevailing in the market
• Understanding of the importance of ESG in the market, consumer attitudes toward sustainability, risks and opportunity assessment, ratings and matrices, and ESG practices in the industry
• A relevant patent analysis with emphasis on emerging technologies and new developments in the sustainable biopolymers and applications market
• Analysis of the industry structure, including companies' market shares and rankings, strategic alliances, M&A activity and a venture funding outlook
• Company profiles of major players within the industry, including NatureWorks LLC, Braskem, BASF SE, Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp., and Arkema

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Executive Summary

• Market Outlook
• Scope of Report
• Market Summary
• Market Dynamics and Growth Factors
• Emerging and Future Technologies
• Regional Analysis
• Segment Analysis
• Conclusion

Chapter 2 Market Overview

• Market Definition
• Raw Materials Trend
• Manufacturing and Technology Trends
• Renewable Feedstocks and Waste-Based Production Pathways
• Enhancement of Biopolymer Properties Through Nanocomposites
• Application for Advanced Manufacturing Techniques
• PESTLE Analysis
• Political
• Economic
• Social
• Technological
• Environmental
• Legal
• Porter's Five Forces Analysis
• Bargaining Power of Buyers (Moderate to High)
• Bargaining Power of Suppliers (Moderate)
• Threat of New Entrants (Moderate)
• Threat of Substitute (Moderate)
• Industry Rivalry (High)

Chapter 3 Market Dynamics

• Market Dynamics
• Market Drivers
• Regulatory Acceleration Toward a Bio-Based Circular Economy
• Rising Demand for Eco-Friendly and Biodegradable Packaging Solutions
• Technological Advances in Bio-Based Polymer Production and Processing
• Market Opportunities
• Rising Adoption of Alternatives to Single-Use Plastic Packaging
• Medical and High-Value Specialty Applications
• Market Restraints
• High Production Cost Compared to Conventional Plastics
• Lack of Recycling and Composting Infrastructure
• Limited Availability and Variability of Feedstocks
• Market Challenges
• End-of-Life Management
• Limited Technical Performance in Demanding Applications

Chapter 4 Regulatory Landscape

• Regulations and Standards

Chapter 5 Emerging Technologies and Developments

• Emerging Technologies
• Chemo-Enzymatic Cascade Depolymerization of Plastics
• Quantum-Enhanced Anomaly Detection in Biomanufacturing
• Bio-Inspired Design to Stabilize Recycled Plastics
• Lignin Valorization via Tailored Catalysis and Bioprocessing
• Engineered Microorganisms for Thermally Stable Biopolymers
• Chemo-Biological and Enzymatic Recycling of PET and Polyesters
• Patent Analysis
• Methodology
• Analysis
• Trends and Implications

Chapter 6 Supply Chain and Logistics

• Overview
• Feedstock Sourcing
• Feedstock Preprocessing and Pretreatment
• Monomer and Intermediate Production
• Polymerization and Resin Production
• Compounding and Formulation
• Conversion and Product Manufacturing
• Distribution and Market Delivery
• Recycling, Composting, or Biodegradation

Chapter 7 Market Segmentation Analysis

• Sustainable Biopolymers: Global Market Overview
• Segmentation Breakdown
• Global Market for Bio-Based Polymers by Type
• Key Highlights
• Polyamides
• Polytrimethylene Terephthalate
• Polyethylene
• Polyethylene Terephthalate
• Other Bio-Based Polymers
• Global Market for Bio-Based Polymers, by Source
• Key Highlights
• Plant-Based
• Microbial
• Animal-Based
• Global Market for Bio-Based Polymers by End Use
• Key Highlights
• Packaging
• Textiles
• Healthcare
• Agriculture
• Consumer Goods
• Other End Uses
• Segmentation Breakdown Biodegradable Polymers Market
• Global Market for Biodegradable Polymers by Type
• Key Highlights
• Polylactic Acid
• Starch-Containing Polymer Compounds
• Polyhydroxyalkanoates
• Polybutylene Adipate-co-Terephthalate
• Other Biodegradable Polymers
• Global Market for Biodegradable Polymers by Source
• Key Highlights
• Plant-Based
• Microbial
• Animal-based
• Global Market for Biodegradable Polymers by End Use
• Key Highlights
• Packaging
• Textiles
• Healthcare
• Agriculture
• Consumer Goods
• Other End Uses
• Geographic Breakdown
• Global Market for Sustainable Biopolymers by Region
• Key Highlights
• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• South America
• Middle East and Africa

Chapter 8 Competitive Intelligence

• Industry Structure
• Market Share Analysis
• Strategic Analysis

Chapter 9 Sustainability in Global Market for Sustainable Biopolymers: ESG Perspective

• Overview
• ESG Practices in the Global Market for Sustainable Biopolymers
• Environmental Exposure
• Social Exposure
• Governance Exposure
• Conclusion

Chapter 10 Appendix

• Methodology
• Information Source
• Abbreviations
• References
• Company Profiles
• ADM
• ARKEMA
• BRASKEM
• BIOTEC BIOLOGISCHE NATURVERPACKUNGEN GMBH & CO. KG
• BIOME TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
• ENI S.P.A.
• FUTERRO
• KURARAY CO. LTD.
• MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL GROUP CORP.
• NATUREWORKS LLC.
• RODENBURG BIOPOLYMERS
• RYAM
• UNITED BIOPOLYMERS S.A.
• TORAY INDUSTRIES INC.