세계 생분해성 플라스틱 시장 규모는 2023년 53억 달러에 달했습니다. 향후 IMARC Group은 2024-2032년에 걸쳐 7.8%의 성장률(CAGR)을 보여 2032년까지 106억 달러에 이를 것으로 예측했습니다. 소비자들 사이에서 환경에 대한 관심이 높아지고 있는 것, 환경 친화적인 포장에 대한 수요가 높아지고 있는 것, 유리한 정부 정책이 실시되고 있는 것 등이, 시장을 견인하는 주요 요인이 되고 있습니다.
생분해성 플라스틱은 박테리아, 균류 및 기타 미생물의 작용에 의해 물, 이산화탄소, 바이오매스로 분해되는 재료입니다. 플라스틱 유형이나 폐기 조건에 따라 다르지만 몇 개월에서 수년간 분해됩니다. 생분해성 플라스틱에는 수많은 유형이 있으며, 각각 독자적인 성질과 분해 메커니즘을 가지고 있습니다. 옥수수 전분이나 사탕수수 등 식물 유래의 재료로 만들어진 것도 있고, 태양광이나 고온, 산소에의 접촉 등 특정의 환경 조건하에서 분해하도록 설계된 합성 폴리머로 만들어진 것도 있습니다. 생분해성 플라스틱은 포장, 농업, 의료, 소비재 산업 등 다양한 분야에서 사용되고 있습니다.
종래의 플라스틱이 환경에 미치는 영향에 대한 의식이 높아짐에 따라, 친환경 제품에 대한 소비자의 기호가 변화하고 있는 것이 시장 성장을 가속하는 주요인 중 하나가 되고 있습니다. 이에 따라 매립지와 해양에서의 플라스틱 폐기물의 양을 삭감하고 플라스틱 생산에 걸리는 이산화탄소 배출량 전체를 삭감하는 데 도움이 되므로 제품이 널리 채용되고 시장 확대에 도움과 되어 있습니다. 게다가 칼집, 빨대, 식품 용기 등 일회용 플라스틱 제품을 금지하고 생분해성 플라스틱의 채용을 촉진하는 수많은 정부 규제가 도입되고 있는 것도 시장에 유리한 전망을 창출하고 있습니다. 또한 제품의 품질을 관리하기 위한 높은 기준의 도입과 인증 제도의 등장이 시장의 성장에 기여하고 있습니다. 이 외에도 식품 및 음료(F&B) 산업의 생분해성 플라스틱과 같은 친환경 포장 솔루션에 대한 수요가 증가함에 따라 시장 성장에 유리한 기회가 생깁니다. 이와 동시에 멀칭 필름이나 화분의 제조 등 농업·원예 용도에서의 제품 이용 확대도 또 하나의 중요한 성장 촉진요인으로 작용하고 있습니다. 게다가 보다 내구성이 있고 비용 효율적인 제품 변형을 가능하게 하는 지속적인 기술 진보와 석유 기반 플라스틱보다 비용 효율적이고 지속 가능한 바이오 재료의 용이한 입수가 시장 성장을 강화하고 있습니다. 편의성이 높고 곧 먹을 수 있는(RTE) 식품 수요 증가, 수많은 온라인 식품 택배 플랫폼의 보급, 폐기물 관리 기술의 혁신적 진보 등 기타 요인들도 시장 성장에 긍정적인 영향을 미치고 있습니다.
The global biodegradable plastic market size reached US$ 5.3 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 10.6 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8% during 2024-2032. The escalating environmental concerns among consumers, increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging, and the implementation of favorable government policies represent some of the key factors driving the market.
Biodegradable plastic is a material that decomposes through the action of bacteria, fungi, or other microorganisms into water, carbon dioxide, and biomass. It can break down within a few months to a few years, depending on the type of plastic and the conditions in which it is disposed. There are numerous types of biodegradable plastics available, each with its unique properties and decomposition mechanisms. Some of these are made from plant-based materials, including cornstarch or sugarcane, while others are made from synthetic polymers that are designed to decompose under specific environmental conditions, such as exposure to sunlight, high temperatures, or access to oxygen. Biodegradable plastics are extensively used across the packaging, agriculture, medical, and consumer goods industry.
The changing consumer preferences toward eco-friendly products due to the escalating awareness of the environmental impact of traditional plastic represents one of the primary factors driving the market growth. In line with this, the widespread product adoption as they help reduce the quantity of plastic waste in landfills and oceans and the overall carbon footprint of plastic production, which is aiding in market expansion. Moreover, the introduction of numerous government regulations banning single-use plastic products such as cutlery, straws, and food containers, among others, and promoting the adoption of biodegradable plastics is creating a favorable outlook for the market. Additionally, the implementation of high standards and the advent of certification systems to manage the quality of products is contributing to the market growth. In addition to this, the rising demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions, such as biodegradable plastic from the food and beverage (F&B) industry, is providing lucrative opportunities for market growth. Concurrent with this, the expanding product utilization in agriculture and horticulture applications, such as manufacturing mulching films and plant pots, is acting as another significant growth-inducing factor. Furthermore, ongoing technological advancements enabling more durable and cost-effective product variants and the easy availability of cost-effective and more sustainable bio-based materials over petroleum-based plastics are strengthening the market growth. Other factors, such as the rise in demand for convenience and ready-to-eat (RTE) food products, the proliferation of numerous online food delivery platforms, and the innovative advancements in waste management technologies, are positively impacting the market growth.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global biodegradable plastic market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on type and end use.
Starch-based
PLA
PBS
PBAT
PHA
Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the biodegradable plastic market based on the type. This includes starch-based, PLA, PBS, PBAT, PHA, and others. According to the report, starch-based biodegradable plastic represented the largest segment.
Packaging
Agriculture
Consumer Goods
Others
A detailed breakup and analysis of the biodegradable plastic market based on the end use has also been provided in the report. This includes packaging, agriculture, consumer goods, and others. According to the report, packaging accounted for the largest market share.
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Europe was the largest market for biodegradable plastic. Some of the factors driving the Europe biodegradable plastic market included the rising awareness about the environmental impact of plastic, the growing demand for eco-friendly packaging, and the implementation of stringent government regulations.
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global biodegradable plastic market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, market share by key players, player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the companies covered include BASF SE, Biome Technologies plc, Bio-on S.p.A., Corbion N.V., Danimer Scientific, Eastman Chemical Company, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, NatureWorks LLC (Cargill Incorporated), Novamont S.p.A., Plantic Technologies Limited (KURARAY CO. LTD.), Toray Industries Inc. and Total Corbion PLA. Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.