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Biodegradable Plastic Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Product (Starch Blends, Polylactic Acid, Polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate, PBS, PHA), End Use, and Region with Growth Forecasts, 2026-2033

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  • 120 Pages
  • December 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Grand View Research
  • ID: 4613414
The global biodegradable plastic market size was estimated at USD 10.26 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 24.86 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 11.1% from 2026 to 2033. Advancements in flexible electronics and the integration of nanomaterials are enhancing the performance and reliability of smart textile polymers, making them more suitable for real-world applications.

This technological progress is encouraging wider adoption across various sectors, including sportswear, defense, and healthcare. Investment is concentrating on polymers that combine conductivity, sensing, and durability for wearable systems. Market forecasts show strong double-digit growth as system integrators adopt e-textiles for healthcare, sports, and industrial safety. Modular designs and scalable printing processes are shortening time-to-market for new polymer-enabled garments. This is driving consolidation between material suppliers and electronics integrators.

Global Biodegradable Plastic Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. The report has segmented the global biodegradable plastic market report based on product, end use, and region:
  • Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
  • Starch-Based
  • PLA
  • PBAT
  • PBS
  • PHA
  • Others
  • End Use Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
  • Packaging
  • Agriculture
  • Textiles
  • Consumer Goods
  • Others
  • Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021-2033)
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa

Why You Should Buy This Report

  • Comprehensive Market Analysis: Gain detailed insights into the market across major regions and segments.
  • Competitive Landscape: Explore the market presence of key players.
  • Future Trends: Discover the pivotal trends and drivers shaping the future of the market.
  • Actionable Recommendations: Utilize insights to uncover new revenue streams and guide strategic business decisions.

This report addresses:

  • Market intelligence to enable effective decision-making
  • Market estimates and forecasts from 2018 to 2030
  • Growth opportunities and trend analyses
  • Segment and regional revenue forecasts for market assessment
  • Competition strategy and market share analysis
  • Product innovation listings for you to stay ahead of the curve

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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. 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. Biodegradable Plastic 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. Biodegradable Plastic Market: Product Outlook Estimates & Forecasts
4.1.1. Starch Based
4.1.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.1.2. PLA
4.1.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.1.3. PBAT
4.1.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.1.4. PBS
4.1.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.1.5. PHA
4.1.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.1.6. Others
4.1.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 5. Biodegradable Plastic Market: End Use Outlook Estimates & Forecasts
5.1. Biodegradable Plastic Market: End Use Movement Analysis, 2025 & 2033
5.1.1. Packaging
5.1.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.1.1.2. Food Packaging
5.1.1.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.1.1.3. Non-Food Packaging
5.1.1.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.1.2. Agriculture
5.1.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.1.3. Textiles
5.1.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.1.4. Consumer Goods
5.1.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.1.5. Others
5.1.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 6. Biodegradable Plastic Market Regional Outlook Estimates & Forecasts
6.1. Regional Snapshot
6.2. Biodegradable Plastic Market: Regional Movement Analysis, 2025 & 2033
6.3. North America
6.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4. U.S.
6.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5. Canada
6.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6. Mexico
6.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4. Europe
6.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4. UK
6.4.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.5. Germany
6.4.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.6. France
6.4.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.7. Italy
6.4.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.7.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.7.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.8. Spain
6.4.8.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.8.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.8.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5. Asia-Pacific
6.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4. China
6.5.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5. India
6.5.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.6. Japan
6.5.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.7. South Korea
6.5.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.7.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.7.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6. Latin America
6.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.4. Brazil
6.6.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.5. Argentina
6.6.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7. Middle East & Africa
6.7.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.4. Saudi Arabia
6.7.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.4.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.5. South Africa
6.7.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.5.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.6. UAE
6.7.6.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.7.6.3. Market estimates and forecast, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
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. Cargill Incorporated
7.4.1.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.1.2. Financial performance
7.4.1.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.2. PTT MCC Biochem Co., Ltd.
7.4.2.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.2.2. Financial performance
7.4.2.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.3. Biome Technologies plc
7.4.3.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.3.2. Financial performance
7.4.3.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.4. Plantic Technologies Limited
7.4.4.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.4.2. Financial performance
7.4.4.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.5. BASF SE
7.4.5.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.5.2. Financial performance
7.4.5.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.6. Total Corbion PLA
7.4.6.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.6.2. Financial performance
7.4.6.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.7. NatureWorks LLC
7.4.7.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.7.2. Financial performance
7.4.7.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.8. Eastman Chemical Company
7.4.8.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.8.2. Financial performance
7.4.8.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.9. Trineso
7.4.9.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.9.2. Financial performance
7.4.9.3. Product benchmarking
7.4.10. Danimer Scientific
7.4.10.1. Participant’s overview
7.4.10.2. Financial performance
7.4.10.3. Product benchmarking
List of Tables
Table 1 List of Abbreviations
Table 2 Product market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 3 Starch-Based market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 4 PLA market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 5 PBAT market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 6 PBS market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 7 PHA market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 8 Others market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 9 End Use market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 10 Packaging market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 11 Food Packaging market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 12 Non-Food Packaging market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 13 Agriculture market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 14 Textiles market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 15 Consumer Goods market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 16 Others market estimates and forecasts, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 17 North America biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 18 North America biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 19 US biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 20 US biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 21 Canada biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 22 Canada biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 23 Mexico biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 24 Mexico biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 25 Europe biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 26 Europe biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 27 Germany biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 28 Germany biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 29 UK biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 30 UK biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 31 France biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 32 France biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 33 Italy biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 34 Italy biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 35 Spain biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 36 Spain biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 37 Asia-Pacific biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 38 Asia-Pacific biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 39 China biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 40 China biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 41 India biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 42 India biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 43 Japan biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 44 Japan biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 45 South Korea biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 46 South Korea biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 47 Latin America biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 48 Latin America biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 49 Brazil biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 50 Brazil biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 51 Argentina biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 52 Argentina biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 53 Middle East & Africa biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 54 Middle East & Africa biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 55 Saudi Arabia biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 56 Saudi Arabia biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 57 UAE biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 58 UAE biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 59 South Africa biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 60 South Africa biodegradable plastic market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2021-2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
List of Figures
Figure 1 Market segmentation
Figure 2 Information procurement
Figure 3 Data Analysis Models
Figure 4 Market Type and Validation
Figure 5 Market snapshot
Figure 6 Segmental outlook- Product, and End Use
Figure 7 Competitive outlook
Figure 8 Value chain analysis
Figure 9 Market dynamics
Figure 10 Porter’s Analysis
Figure 11 PESTEL Analysis
Figure 12 Biodegradable Plastic Market, by Product: Key takeaways
Figure 13 Biodegradable Plastic Market, by Product: Market share, 2025 & 2033
Figure 14 Biodegradable Plastic Market, by End Use: Key takeaways
Figure 15 Biodegradable Plastic Market, by End Use: Market share, 2025 & 2033
Figure 16 Biodegradable Plastic Market, by Region: Key takeaways
Figure 17 Biodegradable Plastic Market, by Region: Market share, 2025 & 2033

Companies Mentioned

The companies profiled in this Biodegradable Plastic market report include:
  • Cargill Incorporated
  • PTT MCC Biochem Co., Ltd.
  • Biome Technologies plc
  • Plantic Technologies Limited
  • BASF SE
  • Total Corbion PLA
  • NatureWorks LLC
  • Eastman Chemical Company
  • Trineso
  • Danimer Scientific

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