Global Microplastic Recycling Market is estimated to be valued at USD 277.0 Mn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 444.8 Mn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0% from 2025 to 2032.
Report Coverage
Report Details
Base Year:
2024
Market Size in 2025:
USD 277.0 Mn
Historical Data for:
2020 To 2024
Forecast Period:
2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:
7.00%
2032 Value Projection:
USD 444.8 Mn
Figure. Global Microplastic Recycling Market Share (%), By Region 2025
Micro plastics are tiny plastic fragments less than 5mm in length that are polluting oceans and waterways. They enter the environment from various sources such as cosmetics, clothing, and plastic waste. Micro plastic recycling aims to divert these micro plastics from landfills and natural water bodies by collecting and reprocessing them. This helps reduce plastic pollution and supports the development of a circular economy. Micro plastics are particles which are less than 5mm in size, enter the environment, through various sources including clothing, personal care products, and fragmentation of larger plastics. These have been detected in terrestrial, marine, and aquatic ecosystems across the world having detrimental environmental and health impacts. Growing awareness about plastic pollution and its adverse effects has significantly driven the demand for effective micro plastic recycling solutions. Recent advances in recycling technologies are enabling separation and recovery of micro plastics from complex waste streams in an efficient and economical manner. Recent research has estimated that around 500,000 tons of micro plastics flow into the oceans annually. Several countries and regions have implemented regulations to curb plastic waste and promote recycling. This is expected to drive greater collection and recycling of micro plastics going forward.
Market Dynamics:
Global micro plastic recycling market is driven by the growing awareness about plastic pollution and stringent environmental regulations regarding plastic waste management. The ban on micro beads in personal care products in various countries contributed significantly to the market growth. However, high costs that are associated with separate collection and processing of micro plastics acts as a major restraint. Developments in sorting and filtering technologies offer opportunities to reduce recycling costs and improve recovery rates. Partnerships between recycling firms and brands/manufacturers also help increase supply of recyclables. The market is expected to gain traction with support from regulatory push on corporate responsibility for post-consumer plastics.
Key features of the study:
This report provides in-depth analysis of the global micro plastic recycling market, and provides market size (US$ Million) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2024 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global micro plastic recycling market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Polygonesystems, PlanetCare, ECOFARIO, Ocean Diagnostics, Oceanworks, Matter, Carbios, Purecycle technologies, Ioniqa, Calyxia.
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
Global micro plastic recycling market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Micro plastic Recycling Market Segmentation:
Micro plastic Recycling Market, By Product
Primary
Secondary
Micro plastic Recycling Market, By End Use Industry
Packaging
Agriculture
Consumer goods
Textile
Automotive & Transportation
Building & Construction
Others
Micro plastic Recycling Market, By Region
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East and Africa
Company Profiles
Polygonesystems
PlanetCare
ECOFARIO
Ocean Diagnostics
Oceanworks
Matter
Carbios
Purecycle technologies
Ioniqa
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Micro plastic Recycling Market, By Product
Micro plastic Recycling Market, By End use Industry
Micro plastic Recycling Market, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Growing awareness about environmental impact of plastic pollution
Opportunities from banned and phased-out single-use plastic products.
Restraints
Collection and transportation challenges
Difficulty in effective sorting of micro plastics
Opportunities
Growth in research & development (RD) activities
Partnerships with key industries to develop viable business models
Key Highlights
Regulatory Scenario
Recent Trends
Product Launches/Approvals
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Analysis
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Collaborations
4. Global Micro plastic Recycling Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
COVID-19 Epidemiology
Supply Side and Demand Side Analysis
Economic Impact
5. Global Micro plastic Recycling Market, By Product, 2020-2032, (US$ Million)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Primary
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Secondary
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
6. Global Micro plastic Recycling Market, By End Use Industry, 2020-2032, (US$ Million)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Packaging
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Agriculture
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Consumer goods
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Textile
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Automotive & Transportation
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Building & Construction
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Others
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
7. Global Micro plastic Recycling Market, By Region, 2020-2032, (US$ Million)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021 - 2032
Country Trends
North America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End Use Industry, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End Use Industry, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Germany
U.K.
Spain
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End Use Industry, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
ASEAN
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End Use Industry, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Middle East
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End Use Industry, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
Africa
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Product, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By End Use Industry, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country/Region, 2020-2032,(US$ Million)