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市場調查報告書
商品編碼
2008930
生質塑膠市場報告:按產品、應用、分銷管道和地區分類(2026-2034 年)Bioplastics Market Report by Product, Application, Distribution Channel, and Region 2026-2034 |
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2025年全球生質塑膠市場規模達153億美元。展望未來,IMARC Group預測,2026年至2034年間,該市場將以9.38%的複合年成長率成長,到2034年達到352億美元。市場成長的主要促進因素包括公眾對環境永續性的日益關注、廢棄物管理和排放法規的日益嚴格,以及對環保產品需求的成長。
日益成長的環境問題
推動市場發展的關鍵因素之一是日益成長的環境問題,這正在加速各行業從塑膠轉向生質塑膠的轉變。此外,世界各國政府加強減少垃圾掩埋,例如美國的“2030年減少食物損失和廢棄物目標”,也增加了對用於收集食物垃圾和其他有機廢棄物的生物基和可堆肥袋的需求。同樣,全球範圍內對一次性塑膠製品的禁令以及印度政府雄心勃勃的生物製造舉措也在推動生質塑膠的生產。此外,截至2023年,包括加州、康乃狄克州、德拉瓦、夏威夷州、緬因州、新澤西州、紐約州、俄勒岡州、奧勒岡州和華盛頓州在內的十個州已經實施了某種形式的全州範圍內的一次性塑膠袋禁令,科羅拉多和羅德島州的禁令將於2024年1月1日生效。這些舉措正在進一步促進生質塑膠市場佔有率的擴張。
持續的技術進步
技術創新是推動生質塑膠市場發展的另一個關鍵因素。此外,聚合物科學、材料工程和製造流程的進步,正推動生質塑膠在性能和成本方面日益接近石油基塑膠。同時,許多主要企業正在建立夥伴關係,開展合作,以利用先進技術生產生質塑膠。例如,2024年3月,蘇爾壽有限公司與巴拉姆普爾糖廠有限公司(BCML)簽署協議,為其提供先進的聚乳酸(PLA)製造技術,以支持印度首座生質塑膠工廠的建設。這座先進的生質塑膠工廠預計每年將利用甘蔗生產7.5萬噸可堆肥且完全可回收的生質塑膠。此外,許多公司正在採取創新舉措,將廢棄物轉化為生質塑膠,減少環境污染,這進一步提升了生質塑膠市場的獲利能力。例如,生質塑膠公司 PlantSwitch 每年至少將 3,000 萬磅農業廢棄物轉化為 5,000 萬磅生質塑膠顆粒。
在食品產業中不斷擴展的應用
食品飲料產業對柔軟性生質塑膠的日益普及也為整體市場帶來了光明的前景。源自玉米粉的生質塑膠正被用作柔軟性包裝和緩衝材料。此外,消費者生活節奏加快、全球勞動力成長以及消費者購買力提升,推動了已調理食品包裝需求的成長,也促進了生質塑膠在包裝應用領域的市場發展。預計到2024年,已調理食品市場銷售額將達到10.2億美元,並有望在2025年翻倍。同樣,德國食品飲料產業擁有超過6000家中小企業。據估計,2021年德國食品飲料市場銷售額將達32.22億美元。預計未來幾年,該市場將顯著成長,從而推動德國軟性包裝和硬質包裝產業的發展,以及生質塑膠消費的成長。
The global bioplastics market size reached USD 15.3 Billion in 2025. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 35.2 Billion by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 9.38% during 2026-2034. The growing awareness of environmental sustainability among the masses, the implementation of stricter regulations concerning waste management and emissions, and the rising preference for eco-friendly products are among the key factors driving the market growth.
RISING ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS
A significant factor driving the market is the rising environmental issues, which are encouraging various industries to shift from plastics to bioplastics. Furthermore, the rising efforts of the government authorities of various nations to reduce landfilling, such as the U.S. 2030 Food Loss and Waste Reduction Goal, are augmenting the demand for bio-based bags or compostable bags used in the collection of food leftovers and other organic waste. Similarly, the implementation of the single-use plastic ban worldwide and an ambitious biomanufacturing initiative by the Government of India are serving as a facilitating driver for bioplastics production. In addition to this, ten states, including California, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Vermont, and Washington, had some form of statewide ban on single-use plastic bags as of 2023, and bans in Colorado and Rhode Island went into effect on the first day of 2024. Such initiatives are further catalyzing the bioplastics market share.
CONTINUOUS TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS
Technological innovation is another significant driver bolstering the bioplastics market. Moreover, advances in polymer science, material engineering, and manufacturing processes are resulting in the development of bioplastics that are increasingly comparable to their petroleum-based counterparts in terms of performance and cost. In addition to this, various leading players are entering into partnerships and forming collaborations to leverage advanced technologies for bioplastic production. For instance, in March 2024, Sulzer Ltd. signed a deal to supply its cutting-edge polylactic acid (PLA) production technologies to Balrampur Chini Mills Limited (BCML) to support the construction of India's first bioplastics plant. The new state-of-the-art bioplastics plant will produce 75,000 tons of compostable, wholly recyclable bioplastic per year using sugarcane as a feedstock. Furthermore, various companies are innovating with waste products to turn them into bioplastics and reduce environmental pollution, which is propelling the bioplastics market revenue. For instance, the bioplastics company PlantSwitch turns at least 30 million pounds of agricultural waste into 50 million pounds of bioplastic pellets each year.
INCREASING APPLICATION IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY
The rising adoption of flexible bioplastics in the food and beverage sector is also creating a positive outlook for the overall market. Bioplastics made of cornstarch have applications in flexible and loose-fill packaging. Moreover, the increasing demand for ready-to-cook food packages on account of the hectic lifestyles of consumers, the growing working population across the globe, and the inflating spending capacities of consumers are also augmenting the bioplastics market demand for packaging purposes. Revenue in the ready-to-eat meals market is projected to reach US$ 1.02 Billion in 2024. The market is likely to increase to twofold by 2025. Similarly, Germany's food and beverage industry is characterized by its small and medium-sized enterprise sector of over 6,000 companies. The revenue in the food and beverage market was estimated at US$ 3,222 Million in 2021. The market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, driving the country's flexible and rigid packaging industry and bioplastic consumption.
BIODEGRADABLE HOLDS THE LARGEST MARKET SHARE
Biodegradable plastics are plastics that can be decomposed by the action of living organisms, usually microbes, into water, carbon dioxide, and biomass. As per the bioplastics market overview, the demand for biodegradable bioplastics is driven by several key market forces that emphasize sustainability and waste management. Moreover, governments worldwide are instituting bans or limitations on single-use, non-biodegradable plastics, creating a policy-driven demand for alternatives. For instance, the European Union (EU) is taking a significant step towards reducing plastic waste by banning single-use plastics by 2030. This initiative is part of a broader plan to make packaging more sustainable across the EU. In line with this, experts warned that plastic pollution in the ocean could triple by 2040 if urgent action isn't taken. In 2022, UN members agreed to develop a treaty to end plastic pollution, with negotiations currently ongoing. Such initiatives are augmenting the market for biodegradable plastics.
FLEXIBLE PACKAGING ACCOUNTS FOR THE MAJORITY OF THE MARKET SHARE
The bioplastics market forecast by IMARC, indicates that the market for bioplastics in flexible packaging applications is experiencing robust growth, propelled by a combination of consumer behavior, sustainability imperatives, and technological advancements. Bioplastics are used in flexible packaging as they are not harmful to nature and are easily degradable. They are widely used in packaging films for food items, medicines, beverage bottles, and packaging films. As per a report by Packmedia, in 2021, the world market for flexible converter packaging was estimated at US$ 102 Billion, up 8% from the previous year. Moreover, various market players are investing in the manufacturing of flexible bioplastic packaging to cater to the bolstering demand. For instance, in March 2024, Aldi implemented AI in its stores to track flexible plastic packaging collected from the public via its front-of-store collection points. The technology will show how much flexible plastic is sorted and into which polymers, how much is reprocessed, and into what end products.
The rise of online distribution channels is a significant market driver for the bioplastics industry. With the increasing trend of e-commerce, there is a surging demand for packaging materials that are both efficient and sustainable. Bioplastics meet this need, as they offer the requisite durability for shipping while being derived from renewable sources.
On the other hand, the offline distribution channel remains a crucial market driver for the bioplastics industry, especially in sectors like retail and food service. Regulatory factors play a significant role as local and national governments are increasingly banning or restricting the use of single-use plastics in stores and restaurants, thereby positively impacting the bioplastics market outlook.
EUROPE EXHIBITS A CLEAR DOMINANCE, ACCOUNTING FOR THE LARGEST BIOPLASTICS MARKET SHARE
The market research 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 exhibited the largest market segment.
As per the bioplastics market statistics by IMARC, the Europe market for bioplastics is witnessing significant growth, which can be attributed to the unique blend of regulatory support, consumer awareness, and technological innovation. Furthermore, the European Union has been at the forefront of environmental legislation, implementing directives that aim to reduce plastic waste. Besides this, Italy's packaging industry is one of the largest in the world. There are nearly 7,000 significant and minor packaging companies active in the country. The growing importance of supermarket retailing and the changing consumer purchasing habits are increasing the packaging demand in the country. Additionally, various key market players in the region are investing in bioplastics manufacturing plants. For instance, in August 2022, BASF Venture Capital GmbH, the corporate venture company of BASF SE, Germany, and Aqua-Spark, a Dutch investment fund, invested in Sea6 Energy Pvt. Ltd. Sea6 Energy is a leader in the production and processing of tropical red seaweed. Sea6 Energy is also working on developing bioplastics and biofuels based on red seaweed. Such investments are anticipated to bolster the bioplastics market recent price.
The market research report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the market include:
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