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Bioplastics In Medical Devices Market Summary
The global bioplastics in medical devices market size was estimated at USD 2.11 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 5.06 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 10.3% from 2025 to 2033. The rising demand for minimally invasive procedures is driving the use of lightweight, flexible, and patient-friendly components made from bioplastics.
Hospitals prefer these materials because they support safer device designs while reducing waste handling costs. Demand for bioplastics in medical devices is shifting from niche research to scaled clinical use. Temporary implants, resorbable sutures, and single-use disposables are increasingly specified for their lifecycle benefits and lower embedded carbon. Manufacturers are investing in material qualification and supply-chain scale-up to meet rising procurement from hospitals and medtech firms. This movement is supported by expanding market forecasts and sector-specific analyses.
Drivers, Opportunities & Restraints
Regulators and large hospital systems are tightening requirements around single-use plastic waste and carbon accounting. Buyers now favor materials that enable end-of-life options such as industrial composting or controlled biodegradation, where clinically appropriate. These policies and procurement signals push device OEMs to validate bioplastic alternatives and to demonstrate comparable safety and sterilization performance. Technical literature also documents growing R&D into medical-grade biopolymers.
Bioplastics provide OEMs a clear path to product differentiation in categories where temporary functionality is required. Resorbable orthopedic pins, scaffolds for tissue regeneration, and biodegradable delivery carriers reduce the need for secondary procedures and can lower the total cost of care. Early movers who close gaps in cost, processing, and regulatory dossiers can capture premium tender positions with health systems pursuing sustainability targets. Market projections indicate significant upside potential for focused medical bioplastics segments.
Clinical adoption is constrained by sterilization compatibility, controlled degradation rates, and long-term biocompatibility data requirements. Recent studies have also raised questions about additive toxicity and microfragment behavior for some starch-based and biodegradable formulations. At the same time, feedstock and scale limitations keep unit costs higher than those of commodity polymers. These combined technical and economic barriers slow procurement at scale until validated, lower-cost supply chains and clearer safety data emerge.
Global Bioplastics In Medical Devices Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For the purpose of this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global bioplastics in medical devices market report on the basis of material, application, and region:
- Material Outlook (Volume, Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- PLA
- PHA
- PBS / PBAT
- Other Materials
- Application Outlook (Volume, Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- Single-use Disposables
- Sterile Packaging & Trays
- Diagnostic Consumables
- Implantable
- Other Applications
- Regional Outlook (Volume, Tons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- South Korea
- Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- UAE
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Types & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Type & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Insights
- 2.2. Segmental Outlook
- 2.3. Competitive Outlook
Chapter 3. Bioplastics in Medical Devices Market Variables, Trends & Scope
- 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
- 3.1.1. Parent Market Outlook
- 3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
- 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Profit Margin Analysis of Key Value Chain Participants
- 3.3.2. Raw Material Trends
- 3.3.3. Raw Material Price Analysis
- 3.4. Technology Overview
- 3.4.1. Commercial Production Technology
- 3.4.2. Roadmap of Technology Advancement, 2021 to 2030
- 3.5. Sustainability Trends
- 3.5.1. Recycling and Circular Economy
- 3.6. Average Price Trend Analysis, 2021 to 2030 (USD/kg)
- 3.6.1. Key Factors Influencing Pricing
- 3.6.2. Supply Demand Gap Analysis
- 3.7. Regulatory Framework
- 3.7.1. Policies and Incentive Plans
- 3.7.2. Standards and Compliances
- 3.7.3. Regulatory Impact Analysis
- 3.8. Market Dynamics
- 3.8.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.8.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.8.3. Industry Challenges
- 3.9. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 3.9.1. Supplier Power
- 3.9.2. Buyer Power
- 3.9.3. Substitution Threat
- 3.9.4. Threat from New Entrants
- 3.9.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 3.10. PESTEL Analysis
- 3.10.1. Political Landscape
- 3.10.2. Economic Landscape
- 3.10.3. Social Landscape
- 3.10.4. Technological Landscape
- 3.10.5. Environmental Landscape
- 3.10.6. Legal Landscape
Chapter 4. Bioplastics in Medical Devices Market: Material Outlook Estimates & Forecasts
- 4.1. Bioplastics in Medical Devices Market: Material Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2033
- 4.1.1. PLA
- 4.1.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 4.1.2. PHA
- 4.1.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 4.1.3. PBS / PBAT
- 4.1.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 4.1.4. Other Materials
- 4.1.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
Chapter 5. Bioplastics in Medical Devices Market: Application Outlook Estimates & Forecasts
- 5.1. Bioplastics in Medical Devices Market: Application Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2033
- 5.1.1. Single-use Disposables
- 5.1.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 5.1.2. Sterile Packaging & Trays
- 5.1.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 5.1.3. Diagnostic Consumables
- 5.1.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 5.1.4. Implantable
- 5.1.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 5.1.5. Other Applications
- 5.1.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
Chapter 6. Bioplastics in Medical Devices Market Regional Outlook Estimates & Forecasts
- 6.1. Regional Snapshot
- 6.2. Bioplastics in Medical Devices Market: Regional Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2033
- 6.3. North America
- 6.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.4. U.S.
- 6.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.5. Canada
- 6.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.6. Mexico
- 6.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.3.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4. Europe
- 6.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.4. UK
- 6.4.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.5. Germany
- 6.4.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.6. France
- 6.4.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.7. Italy
- 6.4.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.7.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.7.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.8. Spain
- 6.4.8.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.8.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.4.8.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5. Asia Pacific
- 6.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.4. China
- 6.5.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.5. India
- 6.5.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.6. Japan
- 6.5.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.7. South Korea
- 6.5.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.7.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.5.7.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6. Latin America
- 6.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6.4. Brazil
- 6.6.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6.5. Argentina
- 6.6.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.6.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7. Middle East & Africa
- 6.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.4. Saudi Arabia
- 6.7.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.5. South Africa
- 6.7.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.6. UAE
- 6.7.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by application, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
- 6.7.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by material, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Tons)
Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape
- 7.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
- 7.2. Vendor Landscape
- 7.2.1. Company categorization
- 7.2.2. List of Key Distributors and channel Partners
- 7.2.3. List of Potential Customers/End-users
- 7.3. Competitive Dynamics
- 7.3.1. Company Market Share Analysis & Market Positioning
- 7.3.2. Competitive Benchmarking
- 7.3.3. Strategy Mapping
- 7.3.4. Heat Map Analysis
- 7.4. Company Profiles/Listing
- 7.4.1. NatureWorks LLC
- 7.4.1.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.1.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.1.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.2. Danimer Scientific
- 7.4.2.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.2.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.2.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.3. BASF SE
- 7.4.3.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.3.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.3.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.4. TotalEnergies Corbion
- 7.4.4.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.4.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.4.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.5. Novamont S.p.A.
- 7.4.5.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.5.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.5.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.6. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
- 7.4.6.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.6.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.6.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.7. Toray Industries, Inc.
- 7.4.7.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.7.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.7.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.8. Biome Bioplastics Limited
- 7.4.8.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.8.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.8.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.9. FKuR Kunststoff GmbH
- 7.4.9.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.9.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.9.3. Product benchmarking
- 7.4.10. RWDC Industries
- 7.4.10.1. Participant's overview
- 7.4.10.2. Financial performance
- 7.4.10.3. Product benchmarking