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The Global Sustainable Packaging Materials Market 2026-2036

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  • 655 Pages
  • July 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Future Markets, Inc
  • ID: 5751495

The global sustainable packaging materials market represents one of the fastest-growing segments within the broader packaging industry, driven by mounting environmental concerns, stringent regulatory frameworks, and evolving consumer preferences toward eco-friendly products. This dynamic market encompasses biodegradable and compostable materials, recycled content packaging, bio-based plastics, and innovative barrier coatings designed to minimize environmental impact while maintaining essential protective functions. The sustainable packaging materials market has experienced robust growth, with global consumption reaching significant volumes across multiple material categories. Paper and board packaging dominates the market by volume, leveraging recycled content and forest-certified virgin fibers to meet sustainability criteria. Bio-based plastics, including PLA (polylactic acid), PHA (polyhydroxyalkanoates), and bio-PE variants, represent the fastest-growing segment, though from a smaller base. The market spans diverse packaging formats, from flexible films and rigid containers to specialized barrier coatings and sustainable adhesive systems.

Revenue projections through 2035 indicate sustained double-digit growth rates, particularly in premium segments such as compostable food packaging and advanced bio-based barrier materials. The Asia-Pacific region leads market expansion, driven by increasing production capacities for bio-based materials and growing environmental awareness among consumers and manufacturers. The market's evolution is characterized by significant technological breakthroughs across multiple material categories. Cellulose-based innovations, including microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) and nanocellulose applications, are revolutionizing barrier properties while maintaining biodegradability. Seaweed-based packaging materials are emerging as promising alternatives, offering marine biodegradability and renewable feedstock advantages.

Advanced recycling technologies, including chemical recycling processes such as pyrolysis, gasification, and depolymerization, are expanding the scope of recyclable materials. These technologies enable closed-loop systems for previously non-recyclable packaging formats, particularly multilayer flexible packaging structures. Sustainable adhesive technologies represent a critical but often overlooked component, with waterborne, bio-based hot melt, and natural polymer adhesive systems gaining traction. These developments address recyclability challenges while maintaining performance standards required for food safety and product protection.

The regulatory landscape significantly influences market dynamics, with the EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and Single Use Plastics Directive (SUPD) establishing ambitious targets for recyclability and bio-based content. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes across multiple regions create economic incentives for sustainable packaging adoption through fee structures that penalize non-recyclable materials while rewarding sustainable alternatives. PFAS restrictions in food contact applications are accelerating development of alternative barrier technologies, including mineral-based coatings, natural waxes, and bio-based polymer barriers. These regulatory pressures create both challenges and opportunities, forcing innovation while establishing clear market advantages for compliant solutions.

Food packaging applications dominate market demand, accounting for the largest share across most sustainable material categories. Fresh food packaging drives adoption of compostable materials and bio-based barriers, while processed food applications focus on recyclable mono-material structures and enhanced barrier performance from sustainable sources. Beverage packaging represents a high-value segment, with bio-based PET bottles and advanced paper-based solutions gaining market share. E-commerce packaging growth creates opportunities for molded fiber solutions, biodegradable protective materials, and optimized shipping formats that reduce material usage.

Market growth faces several challenges, including cost competitiveness relative to conventional materials, scalability of bio-based feedstock supplies, and infrastructure development for composting and advanced recycling. Performance gaps in barrier properties and shelf-life extension remain obstacles for certain applications, though continuous innovation is narrowing these differences. The circular economy transition drives demand for mono-material packaging designs, recyclable barrier coatings, and standardized material streams that enhance recovery efficiency. Brand owner commitments and consumer willingness to pay premiums for sustainable packaging create favourable market conditions for continued expansion.

The Global Sustainable Packaging Materials Market 2026-2036 represents the definitive industry intelligence resource for stakeholders navigating the transformative shift toward environmentally responsible packaging solutions. This comprehensive 650  page market analysis delivers critical insights into biodegradable materials, bio-based plastics, sustainable barrier coatings, packaging adhesives, and advanced recycling technologies that are revolutionizing the global packaging landscape through 2036.

As regulatory frameworks like the EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) and Single Use Plastics Directive (SUPD) drive unprecedented market transformation, this strategic report provides essential market sizing, competitive intelligence, and technology roadmaps for manufacturers, brand owners, investors, and policymakers. The analysis encompasses emerging innovations including cellulose nanofibers, seaweed-based materials, mushroom packaging, PHA bioplastics, chemical recycling processes, and sustainable adhesive systems reshaping packaging applications across food, beverage, flexible, and rigid packaging segments.

The report delivers granular market forecasts spanning 2026-2036 with detailed regional analysis covering North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa markets. Technology adoption patterns, production capacity developments, and regulatory compliance strategies are examined across multiple packaging formats, providing actionable intelligence for strategic decision-making in this rapidly evolving market environment.

Report contents include: 

  • Global sustainable packaging market sizing and growth projections 2026-2036 by material type, application, and region
  • Market segmentation analysis: biodegradable materials, bio-based plastics, recycled content, barrier coatings, adhesives
  • Competitive landscape evaluation and market share distribution among leading industry players
  • Key performance indicators and technology adoption metrics across packaging applications
  • Regulatory impact assessment and compliance framework analysis
  • Sustainable Materials Technology Analysis:
    • Biodegradable and compostable materials: PLA, PHA, starch blends, bagasse, mushroom packaging innovations
    • Bio-based plastics comprehensive analysis: Bio-PE, Bio-PET, Bio-PP, Bio-PTT, Bio-PEF, Bio-PBAT technologies
    • Paper and fiber-based solutions: recycled content strategies, FSC certification, alternative fiber sources
    • Cellulose innovations: microfibrillated cellulose (MFC), nanocellulose applications, bacterial nanocellulose
    • Advanced materials: seaweed packaging, mycelium solutions, chitosan applications, protein-based bioplastics
    • Edible packaging technologies and algae-based material developments
  • Sustainable Barrier Coatings Market Analysis:
    • Thermoplastic polymer coatings: polyethylene, polypropylene applications and sustainability profiles
    • High barrier polymer solutions: Green PVOH/EVOH technologies and performance characteristics
    • Alternative barrier technologies: aluminium coatings, wax systems, silicone applications
    • Bio-based barrier polymers: PHA coatings, starch-based barriers, protein-based materials
    • Application processes: extrusion coatings, wet-barrier applications, metallization techniques
    • Substrate compatibility: paper vs. plastic applications and performance optimization
  • Packaging Adhesives Technology:
    • Waterborne adhesive systems: acrylic-copolymer, VAE, PVAc, and natural-based formulations
    • Solvent-borne and reactive systems: acrylic, synthetic elastomer, polyurethane technologies
    • Hot melt adhesive innovations: EVA, polyolefin, bio-based formulations, polyamide systems
    • Radiation-curable technologies: UV-curable and electron beam systems
    • Performance requirements: bond strength, temperature resistance, food contact compliance
    • Sustainable development trends and recycling-compatible formulations
  • Advanced Chemical Recycling Technologies:
    • Mechanical recycling processes: closed-loop and open-loop systems, polymer recovery analysis
    • Chemical recycling comprehensive assessment: pyrolysis, gasification, dissolution, depolymerization
    • Technology deep-dive: catalytic and non-catalytic processes, SWOT analysis by technology type
    • Advanced processes: hydrolysis, enzymolysis, methanolysis, glycolysis, aminolysis techniques
    • Emerging technologies: hydrothermal cracking, plasma technologies, supercritical fluid applications
    • Commercial capacity analysis and production facility mapping
  • Market Applications & End-Use Analysis:
    • Paper and board packaging: recycled content, certified fibers, barrier papers, water-based coatings
    • Food packaging applications: compostable containers, biodegradable films, bio-based barriers
    • Flexible packaging innovations: mono-material designs, paper-based solutions, reduced material structures
    • Rigid packaging developments: recycled plastic containers, bio-based alternatives, refillable systems
    • Carbon capture derived materials: CO₂ utilization pathways and commercial applications
  • Regional Market Intelligence & Forecasts:
    • Europe: PPWR compliance strategies, SUPD implementation, EPR scheme analysis, market sizing
    • North America: regulatory landscape, production facilities, brand initiatives, growth projections
    • Asia-Pacific: manufacturing capabilities, bio-material production hubs, emerging opportunities
    • Latin America: bio-PE production centers, agricultural waste utilization, regional dynamics
    • Middle East & Africa: market development potential, resource availability, investment landscape
  • Regulatory Framework & Compliance Analysis:
    • EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) impact assessment and compliance requirements
    • Single Use Plastics Directive (SUPD) implementation and market implications
    • Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) schemes and fee structure analysis across global markets
    • PFAS restrictions and alternative technology development pathways
    • Certification standards: compostability, recyclability, bio-based content verification protocols
  • Market Forecasts Through 2036:
    • Volume and value projections by material category, application segment, and geographic region
    • Price trend analysis and cost competitiveness evaluation versus conventional packaging materials
    • Supply chain intelligence: raw material availability, production capacity expansion, distribution networks
    • Investment landscape assessment: venture capital trends, strategic partnerships, M&A activity
    • Technology commercialization timelines and market penetration forecasts
  • Company Profiles: This comprehensive market intelligence report features detailed strategic profiles of over 310 leading companies driving innovation across the sustainable packaging materials value chain

Table of Contents

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.1 Global Packaging Market
1.2 What is sustainable packaging?
1.3 The Global Market for Sustainable Packaging
1.3.1 By packaging materials
1.3.1.1 Tonnes
1.3.1.2 Revenues
1.3.2 By packaging product type
1.3.2.1 Tonnes
1.3.2.2 Revenues
1.3.3 By end-use market
1.3.3.1 Tonnes
1.3.3.2 Revenues
1.3.4 By region
1.3.4.1 Tonnes
1.3.4.2 Revenues
1.4 Main types
1.4.1 Cellulose acetate
1.4.2 PLA
1.4.3 Aliphatic-aromatic co-polyesters
1.4.4 PHA
1.4.5 Starch/starch blends
1.5 Prices
1.6 Commercial products
1.7 Market Trends
1.8 Market Drivers for recent growth in Sustainable Packaging
1.9 Challenges for Biodegradable and Compostable Packaging

2 INTRODUCTION
2.1 Market overview
2.2 Types of sustainable packaging materials
2.2.1 Biodegradable and Compostable Materials
2.2.1.1 PLA (Polylactic Acid)
2.2.1.2 Bagasse
2.2.1.3 Mushroom Packaging
2.2.1.4 Seaweed-Based Materials
2.2.2 Paper and Fiber-Based Materials
2.2.2.1 Recycled Paper/Cardboard
2.2.2.2 Molded Pulp
2.2.2.3 Bamboo Packaging
2.2.3 Bio-Based Plastics
2.2.3.1 Bio-PE and Bio-PET
2.2.3.2 PHAs (Polyhydroxyalkanoates)
2.2.4 Reusable and Upcycled Materials
2.2.4.1 Glass
2.2.4.2 Aluminum
2.2.4.3 Upcycled Agricultural Waste
2.2.5 Other Materials
2.2.5.1 Edible Packaging
2.2.5.2 Cellulose-Based Films
2.2.5.3 Algae-Based Materials
2.2.6 Sustainable Barrier Coatings
2.2.6.1 Thermoplastic polymer coatings
2.2.6.2 High barrier polymer coatings (Green PVOH/EVOH)
2.2.6.3 Aluminium barrier coatings
2.2.6.4 Wax coatings
2.2.6.5 Silicone and natural material coatings
2.2.6.6 Biobased barrier polymers
2.2.7 Sustainable Packaging Adhesives
2.2.7.1 Waterborne adhesives
2.2.7.1.1 Acrylic-copolymer adhesives
2.2.7.1.2 VAE (vinyl acetate ethylene) adhesives
2.2.7.1.3 PVAc (polyvinyl acetate) adhesives
2.2.7.1.4 Natural-based adhesives
2.2.7.2 Solvent-borne/reactive systems
2.2.7.2.1 Acrylic adhesives
2.2.7.2.2 Synthetic elastomer adhesives
2.2.7.2.3 Polyurethane adhesives
2.2.7.3 Hot melt adhesives
2.2.7.3.1 EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) hot melts
2.2.7.3.2 Polyolefin hot melts
2.2.7.3.3 Bio-based hot melts
2.2.7.3.4 Polyamide hot melts
2.2.7.4 Radiation-curable adhesives
2.2.7.4.1 UV-curable systems
2.2.7.4.2 Electron beam curable adhesives
2.3 Packaging lifecycle
2.3.1 Raw materials
2.3.2 Manufacturing
2.3.3 Transport
2.3.4 Packaging in-use
2.3.5 End of life

3 SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS IN PACKAGING
3.1 Materials innovation
3.2 Active packaging
3.3 Monomaterial packaging
3.4 Conventional polymer materials used in packaging
3.4.1 Polyolefins: Polypropylene and polyethylene
3.4.1.1 Overview
3.4.1.2 Grades
3.4.1.3 Producers
3.4.2 PET and other polyester polymers
3.4.2.1 Overview
3.4.3 Renewable and bio-based polymers for packaging
3.4.4 Comparison of synthetic fossil-based and bio-based polymers
3.4.5 Processes for bioplastics in packaging
3.4.6 End-of-life treatment of bio-based and sustainable packaging
3.5 Synthetic bio-based packaging materials
3.5.1 Polylactic acid (Bio-PLA)
3.5.1.1 Overview
3.5.1.2 Properties
3.5.1.3 Applications
3.5.1.4 Advantages
3.5.1.5 Challenges
3.5.1.6 Commercial examples
3.5.2 Polyethylene terephthalate (Bio-PET)
3.5.2.1 Overview
3.5.2.2 Properties
3.5.2.3 Applications
3.5.2.4 Advantages of Bio-PET in Packaging
3.5.2.5 Challenges and Limitations
3.5.2.6 Commercial examples
3.5.3 Polytrimethylene terephthalate (Bio-PTT)
3.5.3.1 Overview
3.5.3.2 Production Process
3.5.3.3 Properties
3.5.3.4 Applications
3.5.3.5 Advantages of Bio-PTT in Packaging
3.5.3.6 Challenges and Limitations
3.5.3.7 Commercial examples
3.5.4 Polyethylene furanoate (Bio-PEF)
3.5.4.1 Overview
3.5.4.2 Properties
3.5.4.3 Applications
3.5.4.4 Advantages of Bio-PEF in Packaging
3.5.4.5 Challenges and Limitations
3.5.4.6 Commercial examples
3.5.5 Bio-PA
3.5.5.1 Overview
3.5.5.2 Properties
3.5.5.3 Applications in Packaging
3.5.5.4 Advantages of Bio-PA in Packaging
3.5.5.5 Challenges and Limitations
3.5.5.6 Commercial examples
3.5.6 Poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (Bio-PBAT)- Aliphatic aromatic copolyesters
3.5.6.1 Overview
3.5.6.2 Properties
3.5.6.3 Applications in Packaging
3.5.6.4 Advantages of Bio-PBAT in Packaging
3.5.6.5 Challenges and Limitations
3.5.6.6 Commercial examples
3.5.7 Polybutylene succinate (PBS) and copolymers
3.5.7.1 Overview
3.5.7.2 Properties
3.5.7.3 Applications in Packaging
3.5.7.4 Advantages of Bio-PBS and Co-polymers in Packaging
3.5.7.5 Challenges and Limitations
3.5.7.6 Commercial examples
3.5.8 Polypropylene (Bio-PP)
3.5.8.1 Overview
3.5.8.2 Properties
3.5.8.3 Applications in Packaging
3.5.8.4 Advantages of Bio-PP in Packaging
3.5.8.5 Challenges and Limitations
3.5.8.6 Commercial examples
3.6 Natural bio-based packaging materials
3.6.1 Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
3.6.1.1 Properties
3.6.1.2 Applications in Packaging
3.6.1.3 Advantages of PHA in Packaging
3.6.1.4 Challenges and Limitations
3.6.1.5 Commercial examples
3.6.2 Starch-based blends
3.6.2.1 Overview
3.6.2.2 Properties
3.6.2.3 Applications in Packaging
3.6.2.4 Advantages of Starch-Based Blends in Packaging
3.6.2.5 Challenges and Limitations
3.6.2.6 Commercial examples
3.6.3 Cellulose
3.6.3.1 Feedstocks
3.6.3.1.1 Wood
3.6.3.1.2 Plant
3.6.3.1.3 Tunicate
3.6.3.1.4 Algae
3.6.3.1.5 Bacteria
3.6.3.2 Microfibrillated cellulose (MFC)
3.6.3.2.1 Properties
3.6.3.3 Nanocellulose
3.6.3.3.1 Cellulose nanocrystals
3.6.3.3.1.1 Applications in packaging
3.6.3.3.2 Cellulose nanofibers
3.6.3.3.2.1 Applications in packaging
3.6.3.3.3 Bacterial Nanocellulose (BNC)
3.6.3.3.3.1 Applications in packaging
3.6.3.4 Commercial examples
3.6.4 Protein-based bioplastics in packaging
3.6.4.1 Feedstocks
3.6.4.2 Commercial examples
3.6.5 Lipids and waxes for packaging
3.6.5.1 Overview
3.6.5.2 Commercial examples
3.6.6 Seaweed-based packaging
3.6.6.1 Overview
3.6.6.2 Production
3.6.6.3 Applications in packaging
3.6.6.4 Producers
3.6.7 Mycelium
3.6.7.1 Overview
3.6.7.2 Applications in packaging
3.6.7.3 Commercial examples
3.6.8 Chitosan
3.6.8.1 Overview
3.6.8.2 Applications in packaging
3.6.8.3 Commercial examples
3.6.9 Bio-naphtha
3.6.9.1 Overview
3.6.9.2 Markets and applications
3.6.9.3 Commercial examples
3.7 Sustainable Barrier Coatings
3.7.1 Substrates: Paper and Plastic
3.7.1.1 Paper substrate characteristics and coating requirements
3.7.1.2 Plastic substrate applications and sustainability challenges
3.7.1.3 Substrate selection criteria and performance trade-offs
3.7.2 Extrusion Barrier Coatings
3.7.3 Thermoplastic Polymers
3.7.4 Aluminium
3.7.5 Waxes
3.7.6 Silicone and Other Natural Materials
3.7.7 High Barrier Polymers
3.7.8 Wet-Barrier Coatings
3.7.8.1 Application methods and process optimization
3.7.8.2 Performance benchmarking against alternatives
3.7.8.3 Environmental impact assessment
3.7.8.4 Market adoption patterns
3.7.9 Wax Coating
3.7.10 Barrier Metallisation
3.7.10.1 Technology overview and application scope
3.7.10.2 Performance advantages in barrier applications
3.7.10.3 Sustainability challenges and recycling impact
3.7.11 Biodegradable, biobased and recyclable coatings
3.7.12 Monolayer Coatings
3.7.13 Current Technology State-of-the-Art
3.7.13.1 Water-based coating technologies
3.7.13.2 Bio-based polymer solutions
3.7.13.2.1 Polysaccharides
3.7.13.2.1.1 Chitin
3.7.13.2.1.2 Chitosan
3.7.13.2.1.3 Starch
3.7.13.2.2 Poly(lactic acid) (PLA)
3.7.13.2.3 Poly(butylene Succinate
3.7.13.2.4 Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA)
3.7.13.2.5 Alginate
3.7.13.2.6 Cellulose Acetate
3.7.13.2.7 Protein-Based (Soy, Wheat)
3.7.13.2.8 Bio-PE (Polyethylene)
3.7.13.2.9 Bio-PET
3.7.13.2.10 Lignin-Based Polymers
3.7.13.2.11 Bacterial Cellulose
3.7.13.2.12 Furan-Based Polymers (PEF)
3.7.13.2.13 Tannin-Based Polymers
3.7.13.3 Dispersion Coating Systems
3.7.13.4 Nano-enhanced Barrier Materials
3.8 Sustainable Adhesive Technologies
3.8.1 Bio-based adhesive raw materials
3.8.1.1 Plant-based polyols
3.8.1.2 Natural rubber latex
3.8.1.3 Soy-based adhesives
3.8.1.4 Casein-based adhesives
3.8.2 Performance requirements for packaging adhesives
3.8.2.1 Bond strength specifications
3.8.2.2 Temperature resistance
3.8.2.3 Chemical resistance
3.8.2.4 Food contact compliance
3.8.3 Sustainable adhesive development trends
3.8.3.1 Vinyl acetate monomer/ethylene developments
3.8.3.2 Acrylate innovations
3.8.3.3 Bio-based polyurethane systems
3.8.3.4 Recycling-compatible formulations

4 SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING RECYCLING
4.1 Mechanical recycling
4.1.1 Closed-loop mechanical recycling
4.1.2 Open-loop mechanical recycling
4.1.3 Polymer types, use, and recovery
4.2 Advanced chemical recycling
4.2.1 Main streams of plastic waste
4.2.2 Comparison of mechanical and advanced chemical recycling
4.3 Capacities
4.4 Global polymer demand 2022-2040, segmented by recycling technology
4.5 Global market by recycling process 2020-2024, metric tons
4.6 Chemically recycled plastic products
4.7 Market map
4.8 Value chain
4.9 Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) of advanced plastics recycling processes
4.10 Pyrolysis
4.10.1 Non-catalytic
4.10.2 Catalytic
4.10.2.1 Polystyrene pyrolysis
4.10.2.2 Pyrolysis for production of bio fuel
4.10.2.3 Used tires pyrolysis
4.10.2.3.1 Conversion to biofuel
4.10.2.4 Co-pyrolysis of biomass and plastic wastes
4.10.3 SWOT analysis
4.10.4 Companies and capacities
4.11 Gasification
4.11.1 Technology overview
4.11.1.1 Syngas conversion to methanol
4.11.1.2 Biomass gasification and syngas fermentation
4.11.1.3 Biomass gasification and syngas thermochemical conversion
4.11.2 SWOT analysis
4.11.3 Companies and capacities (current and planned)
4.12 Dissolution
4.12.1 Technology overview
4.12.2 SWOT analysis
4.12.3 Companies and capacities (current and planned)
4.13 Depolymerisation
4.13.1 Hydrolysis
4.13.1.1 Technology overview
4.13.1.2 SWOT analysis
4.13.2 Enzymolysis
4.13.2.1 Technology overview
4.13.2.2 SWOT analysis
4.13.3 Methanolysis
4.13.3.1 Technology overview
4.13.3.2 SWOT analysis
4.13.4 Glycolysis
4.13.4.1 Technology overview
4.13.4.2 SWOT analysis
4.13.5 Aminolysis
4.13.5.1 Technology overview
4.13.5.2 SWOT analysis
4.13.6 Companies and capacities (current and planned)
4.14 Other advanced chemical recycling technologies
4.14.1 Hydrothermal cracking
4.14.2 Pyrolysis with in-line reforming
4.14.3 Microwave-assisted pyrolysis
4.14.4 Plasma pyrolysis
4.14.5 Plasma gasification
4.14.6 Supercritical fluids
4.15 Recycling challenges for coated materials
4.15.1 Material recovery facility (MRF) challenges
4.15.2 AI and optical sorting technologies
4.15.3 Recycling by design principles
4.15.3.1 Mono-material coating approaches
4.16 Adhesive Impact on Recyclability
4.16.1 Debonding technologies
4.16.2 Water-washable adhesive systems
4.16.3 Adhesive contamination in recycling streams
4.16.4 Design for recycling guidelines

5 MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
5.1 PAPER AND BOARD PACKAGING
5.1.1 Market overview
5.1.2 Recycled Paper and Cardboard
5.1.2.1 Post-consumer recycled (PCR) content paperboard
5.1.2.2 Kraft paper made from recycled fibers
5.1.2.3 Corrugated cardboard with high recycled content
5.1.3 FSC/PEFC Certified Virgin Fibers
5.1.3.1 Sustainably managed forest sources
5.1.3.2 Chain-of-custody certified materials
5.1.4 Alternative Fiber Sources
5.1.4.1 Bamboo-based paper and board
5.1.4.2 Agricultural waste fibers (wheat straw, sugarcane bagasse)
5.1.4.3 Hemp and flax fiber papers
5.1.5 Plastic-Free Barrier Papers
5.1.5.1 Clay-coated papers
5.1.5.2 Silicone-coated papers
5.1.5.3 Mineral oil barrier papers
5.1.6 Water-Based Coatings and Adhesives
5.1.6.1 Replacing plastic laminations with aqueous coatings
5.1.6.2 Plant-based adhesives for box construction
5.1.7 Global market size and forecast to 2036
5.1.7.1 Tonnes
5.1.7.2 Revenues
5.2 FOOD PACKAGING
5.2.1 Films and trays
5.2.2 Pouches and bags
5.2.3 Textiles and nets
5.2.4 Compostable Food Containers
5.2.4.1 PLA (polylactic acid) trays and containers
5.2.4.2 Bagasse food service items
5.2.4.3 Molded fiber clamshells and trays
5.2.5 Biodegradable Films and Wraps
5.2.5.1 Cellulose-based films
5.2.5.2 PLA films for food wrapping
5.2.5.3 Starch-based wraps
5.2.6 Bio-Based Barrier Materials
5.2.6.1 Paper with biopolymer coatings
5.2.6.2 Plant-based waxes for moisture resistance
5.2.6.3 Microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) coatings
5.2.7 Reusable Food Packaging Systems
5.2.8 Bioadhesives
5.2.8.1 Starch
5.2.8.2 Cellulose
5.2.8.3 Protein-Based
5.2.9 Barrier coatings and films
5.2.9.1 Polysaccharides
5.2.9.1.1 Chitin
5.2.9.1.2 Chitosan
5.2.9.1.3 Starch
5.2.9.2 Poly(lactic acid) (PLA)
5.2.9.3 Poly(butylene Succinate)
5.2.9.4 Functional Lipid and Proteins Based Coatings
5.2.10 Active and Smart Food Packaging
5.2.10.1 Active Materials and Packaging Systems
5.2.10.2 Intelligent and Smart Food Packaging
5.2.10.3 Oxygen scavengers from natural materials
5.2.10.4 Antimicrobial packaging from plant extracts
5.2.10.5 Bio-based sensors for food freshness
5.2.11 Antimicrobial films and agents
5.2.11.1 Natural
5.2.11.2 Inorganic nanoparticles
5.2.11.3 Biopolymers
5.2.12 Bio-based Inks and Dyes
5.2.13 Edible films and coatings
5.2.13.1 Overview
5.2.13.2 Commercial examples
5.2.14 Types of sustainable coatings and films in packaging
5.2.14.1 Polyurethane coatings
5.2.14.1.1 Properties
5.2.14.1.2 Bio-based polyurethane coatings
5.2.14.1.3 Products
5.2.14.2 Acrylate resins
5.2.14.2.1 Properties
5.2.14.2.2 Bio-based acrylates
5.2.14.2.3 Products
5.2.14.3 Polylactic acid (Bio-PLA)
5.2.14.3.1 Properties
5.2.14.3.2 Bio-PLA coatings and films
5.2.14.4 Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA) coatings
5.2.14.5 Cellulose coatings and films
5.2.14.5.1 Microfibrillated cellulose (MFC)
5.2.14.5.2 Cellulose nanofibers
5.2.14.5.2.1 Properties
5.2.14.5.2.2 Product developers
5.2.14.6 Lignin coatings
5.2.14.7 Protein-based biomaterials for coatings
5.2.14.7.1 Plant derived proteins
5.2.14.7.2 Animal origin proteins
5.2.15 Global market size and forecast to 2036
5.2.15.1 Tonnes
5.2.15.2 Revenues
5.3 FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
5.3.1 Market overview
5.3.2 Compostable Flexible Films
5.3.2.1 PLA film laminates
5.3.2.2 PHAs (polyhydroxyalkanoates) films
5.3.2.3 PBAT (polybutylene adipate terephthalate) films
5.3.2.4 TPS (thermoplastic starch) films
5.3.3 Recyclable Mono-Materials
5.3.3.1 All-PE (polyethylene) structures
5.3.3.2 All-PP (polypropylene) structures
5.3.3.3 Designed for mechanical recycling
5.3.4 Paper-Based Flexible Packaging
5.3.4.1 High-strength paper with functional coatings
5.3.4.2 Paper-plastic hybrid structures with separable layers
5.3.4.3 Glassine and greaseproof papers
5.3.5 Bio-Based Films
5.3.5.1 Bio-PE films (from sugarcane)
5.3.5.2 Bio-PET films
5.3.5.3 Cellulose-based transparent films
5.3.6 Reduced Material Structures
5.3.6.1 Ultra-thin films with enhanced performance
5.3.6.2 Downgauged materials with reinforcing technologies
5.3.6.3 Resource-efficient multi-layer structures
5.3.7 Global market size and forecast to 2036
5.3.7.1 Tonnes
5.3.7.2 Revenues
5.4 RIGID PACKAGING
5.4.1 Market overview
5.4.2 Recycled Plastic Containers
5.4.2.1 rPET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate) bottles and containers
5.4.2.2 rHDPE (recycled high-density polyethylene) bottles
5.4.2.3 PCR polypropylene tubs and containers
5.4.3 Bio-Based Rigid Plastics
5.4.3.1 Bio-PET bottles (partially plant-based)
5.4.3.2 Bio-PE containers
5.4.3.3 PLA bottles and jars
5.4.4 Refillable/Reusable Systems
5.4.4.1 Durable containers designed for multiple uses
5.4.4.2 Standardized shapes for refill systems
5.4.4.3 Concentrated product formats reducing packaging
5.4.5 Alternative Materials
5.4.5.1 Mushroom packaging for protective applications
5.4.5.2 Molded pulp containers and inserts
5.4.5.3 Wood and cork containers for premium products
5.4.6 Glass and Metal Alternatives
5.4.6.1 Lightweight glass technologies
5.4.6.2 Thin-walled aluminum containers
5.4.6.3 Tin-free steel packaging
5.4.7 Global market and forecasts to 2036
5.4.7.1 Tonnes
5.4.7.2 Revenues
5.5 CARBON CAPTURE DERIVED MATERIALS FOR PACKAGING
5.5.1 Benefits of carbon utilization for plastics feedstocks
5.5.2 CO2-derived polymers and plastics
5.5.3 CO2 utilization products
5.6 SUSTAINABLE BARRIER COATINGS
5.6.1 Market overview and drivers
5.6.2 Coating consumption by substrate type
5.6.2.1 Paper substrates
5.6.2.2 Plastic substrates
5.6.3 Market by coating process
5.6.3.1 Extrusion coatings
5.6.3.2 Wet-coating applications
5.6.3.3 Wax coating processes
5.6.4 Market by material type
5.6.4.1 Thermoplastic polymer coatings
5.6.4.2 High barrier polymer coatings
5.6.4.3 Aluminum barrier coatings
5.6.4.4 Wax coatings
5.6.4.5 Silicone and natural material coatings
5.6.4.6 Biobased barrier polymers
5.6.4.6.1 PHA coating applications
5.6.4.7 Starch-based barrier coatings
5.6.4.7.1 Protein-based barrier materials
5.7 PACKAGING ADHESIVES
5.7.1 Market overview and structure
5.7.2 Market drivers and external factors
5.7.3 Packaging waste and regulations
5.7.4 Market by adhesive
5.7.4.1 Waterborne adhesives market
5.7.4.1.1 Acrylic-copolymer
5.7.4.1.2 VAE adhesives
5.7.4.1.3 PVAc adhesives
5.7.4.1.4 Natural-based adhesives
5.7.4.2 Solvent-borne/reactive systems market
5.7.4.2.1 Acrylic systems
5.7.4.2.2 Synthetic elastomer systems
5.7.4.2.3 Polyurethane systems
5.7.4.3 Hot melt adhesives market
5.7.4.3.1 EVA hot melts
5.7.4.3.2 Polyolefin hot melts
5.7.4.3.3 Synthetic elastomer hot melts
5.7.4.3.4 Bio-based hot melt developments
5.7.4.4 Radiation-curable adhesives
5.7.5 Market by packaging type
5.7.5.1 Rigid packaging/labels
5.7.5.1.1 Corrugated board packaging
5.7.5.1.2 Paperboard applications
5.7.5.1.3 Carton assembly
5.7.5.1.4 Core manufacturing
5.7.5.1.5 Composite cans/containers
5.7.5.1.6 Rigid plastic containers
5.7.5.1.7 Labels and lidding
5.7.5.2 Flexible packaging
5.7.5.2.1 Multilayer structure lamination
5.7.5.2.2 Seal layer applications
5.7.5.2.3 Adhesive lamination processes
5.7.5.2.4 Heat sealing applications

6 COMPANY PROFILES (318 company profiles)7 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY8 REFERENCES
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Global sustainable packaging market by packaging materials, 2023-2036 (1,000 tonnes)
Table 2. Global sustainable packaging market by packaging materials, 2023-2036 (Millions USD)
Table 3. Global sustainable packaging market by packaging product type, 2023-2036 (1,000 tonnes)
Table 4. Global sustainable packaging market by packaging product type, 2023-2036 (Millions USD)
Table 5. Global sustainable packaging market by end-use market, 2023-2036(1,000 tonnes)
Table 6. Global sustainable packaging market by end-use market, 2023-2036 (Millions USD)
Table 7. Global sustainable packaging market by region, 2023-2036 (1,000 tonnes)
Table 8. Global sustainable packaging market by region, 2023-2036 (Millions USD)
Table 9. Main Types of Sustainable Packaging Materials
Table 10. Average prices by packaging type, 2024 (US$ per kg)
Table 11. Average annual prices by bioplastic type, 2020-2023 (US$ per kg)
Table 12. Recent sustainable packaging products
Table 13. Market trends in Sustainable Packaging
Table 14. Market drivers for recent growth in the Sustainable Packaging market
Table 15. Challenges for Biodegradable and Compostable Packaging
Table 16. Types of bio-based plastics and fossil-fuel-based plastics
Table 17. Comparison of synthetic fossil-based and bio-based polymers
Table 18. Processes for bioplastics in packaging
Table 19. LDPE film versus PLA, 2019-24 (USD/tonne)
Table 20. PLA properties for packaging applications
Table 21. Applications, advantages and disadvantages of PHAs in packaging
Table 22. Major polymers found in the extracellular covering of different algae
Table 23. Market overview for cellulose microfibers (microfibrillated cellulose) in paperboard and packaging-market age, key benefits, applications and producers
Table 24. Applications of nanocrystalline cellulose (CNC)
Table 25. Market overview for cellulose nanofibers in packaging
Table 26. Applications of Bacterial Nanocellulose in Packaging
Table 27. Types of protein based-bioplastics, applications and companies
Table 28. Overview of alginate-description, properties, application and market size
Table 29. Companies developing algal-based bioplastics
Table 30. Overview of mycelium fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications
Table 31. Overview of chitosan-description, properties, drawbacks and applications
Table 32. Commercial Examples of Chitosan-based Films and Coatings and Companies
Table 33. Bio-based naphtha markets and applications
Table 34. Bio-naphtha market value chain
Table 35. Commercial Examples of Bio-Naphtha Packaging and Companies
Table 36. Paper substrate characteristics and coating requirements
Table 37. Plastic substrate applications and sustainability challenges
Table 38. Substrate selection criteria and performance trade-offs
Table 39. Wet-Barrier Coatings Application methods and process optimization
Table 40. Wet-Barrier Coatings Performance benchmarking against alternatives
Table 41.Wet-Barrier Coatings Environmental Impact Assessment
Table 42. Wax Coating Sustainability Credentials and Limitations
Table 43. Wax Coating Sustainability credentials and limitations
Table 44. Types of biobased coatings materials
Table 45. Water-based coating technologies
Table 46. Global bioplastics capacities by Material Type ('000 tonnes)
Table 47. Bio-based polymer solutions
Table 48. Dispersion coating systems
Table 49. Nano-enhanced barrier materials
Table 50. Overview of the recycling technologies
Table 51. Polymer types, use, and recovery
Table 52. Composition of plastic waste streams
Table 53. Comparison of mechanical and advanced chemical recycling
Table 54. Advanced plastics recycling capacities, by technology
Table 55. Example chemically recycled plastic products
Table 56. Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) of Advanced Chemical Recycling Processes
Table 57. Summary of non-catalytic pyrolysis technologies
Table 58. Summary of catalytic pyrolysis technologies
Table 59. Summary of pyrolysis technique under different operating conditions
Table 60. Biomass materials and their bio-oil yield
Table 61. Biofuel production cost from the biomass pyrolysis process
Table 62. Pyrolysis companies and plant capacities, current and planned
Table 63. Summary of gasification technologies
Table 64. Advanced recycling (Gasification) companies
Table 65. Summary of dissolution technologies
Table 66. Advanced recycling (Dissolution) companies
Table 67. Depolymerisation processes for PET, PU, PC and PA, products and yields
Table 68. Summary of hydrolysis technologies-feedstocks, process, outputs, commercial maturity and technology developers
Table 69. Summary of Enzymolysis technologies-feedstocks, process, outputs, commercial maturity and technology developers
Table 70. Summary of methanolysis technologies-feedstocks, process, outputs, commercial maturity and technology developers
Table 71. Summary of glycolysis technologies-feedstocks, process, outputs, commercial maturity and technology developers
Table 72. Summary of aminolysis technologies
Table 73. Advanced recycling (Depolymerisation) companies and capacities (current and planned)
Table 74. Overview of hydrothermal cracking for advanced chemical recycling
Table 75. Overview of Pyrolysis with in-line reforming for advanced chemical recycling
Table 76. Overview of microwave-assisted pyrolysis for advanced chemical recycling
Table 77. Overview of plasma pyrolysis for advanced chemical recycling
Table 78. Overview of plasma gasification for advanced chemical recycling
Table 79. Mono-material coating approaches
Table 80. The global market for sustainable paper & board packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (‘000 tonnes)
Table 81. The global market for sustainable paper & board packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (Millions USD)
Table 82. Pros and cons of different type of food packaging materials
Table 83. Active Biodegradable Films films and their food applications
Table 84. Intelligent Biodegradable Films
Table 85. Edible films and coatings market summary
Table 86. Types of polyols
Table 87. Polyol producers
Table 88. Bio-based polyurethane coating products
Table 89. Bio-based acrylate resin products
Table 90. Polylactic acid (PLA) market analysis
Table 91. Commercially available PHAs
Table 92. Market overview for cellulose nanofibers in paints and coatings
Table 93. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in paints and coatings
Table 94. Types of protein based-biomaterials, applications and companies
Table 95. The global market for sustainable food packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (‘000 tonnes)
Table 96. The global market for sustainable food packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (Millions USD)
Table 97. Comparison of bioplastics’ (PLA and PHAs) properties to other common polymers used in product packaging
Table 98. Typical applications for bioplastics in flexible packaging
Table 99. The global market for sustainable flexible packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (‘000 tonnes)
Table 100. The global market for sustainable flexible packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (Millions USD)
Table 101. Typical applications for bioplastics in rigid packaging
Table 102. The global market for sustainable rigid packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (‘000 tonnes)
Table 103. The global market for sustainable rigid packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (Millions USD)
Table 104. CO2 utilization and removal pathways
Table 105. CO2 utilization products developed by chemical and plastic producers
Table 106. Lactips plastic pellets
Table 107. Oji Holdings CNF products

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Global packaging market by material type
Figure 2. Unilever’s Magnum ice cream tub using 100% chemically recycled PP
Figure 3. Global sustainable packaging market by packaging materials, 2023-2036 (1,000 tonnes)
Figure 4. Global sustainable packaging market by packaging materials, 2023-2036 (Millions USD)
Figure 5. Global sustainable packaging market by packaging product type, 2023-2036 (1,000 tonnes)
Figure 6. Global sustainable packaging market by packaging product type, 2023-2036 (Millions USD)
Figure 7. Global sustainable packaging market by end-use market, 2023-2036 (1,000 tonnes)
Figure 8. Global sustainable packaging market by end-use market, 2023-2036 (Millions USD)
Figure 9. Global sustainable packaging market by region, 2023-2036 (1,000 tonnes)
Figure 10. Global sustainable packaging market by region, 2023-2036 (Millions USD)
Figure 11. Packaging lifecycle
Figure 12. Routes for synthesizing polymers from fossil-based and bio-based resources
Figure 13. Organization and morphology of cellulose synthesizing terminal complexes (TCs) in different organisms
Figure 14. Biosynthesis of (a) wood cellulose (b) tunicate cellulose and (c) BC
Figure 15. Cellulose microfibrils and nanofibrils
Figure 16. TEM image of cellulose nanocrystals
Figure 17. CNC slurry
Figure 18. CNF gel
Figure 19. Bacterial nanocellulose shapes
Figure 20. BLOOM masterbatch from Algix
Figure 21. Typical structure of mycelium-based foam
Figure 22. Life cycle of biopolymer packaging materials
Figure 23. Current management systems for waste plastics
Figure 24. Global polymer demand 2022-2040, segmented by technology, million metric tons
Figure 25. Global demand by recycling process, 2020-2040, million metric tons
Figure 26. Market map for advanced recycling
Figure 27. Value chain for advanced plastics recycling market
Figure 28. Schematic layout of a pyrolysis plant
Figure 29. Waste plastic production pathways to (A) diesel and (B) gasoline
Figure 30. Schematic for Pyrolysis of Scrap Tires
Figure 31. Used tires conversion process
Figure 32. SWOT analysis-pyrolysis for advanced recycling
Figure 33. Total syngas market by product in MM Nm³/h of Syngas
Figure 34. Overview of biogas utilization
Figure 35. Biogas and biomethane pathways
Figure 36. SWOT analysis-gasification for advanced recycling
Figure 37. SWOT analysis-dissoluton for advanced recycling
Figure 38. Products obtained through the different solvolysis pathways of PET, PU, and PA
Figure 39. SWOT analysis-Hydrolysis for advanced chemical recycling
Figure 40. SWOT analysis-Enzymolysis for advanced chemical recycling
Figure 41. SWOT analysis-Methanolysis for advanced chemical recycling
Figure 42. SWOT analysis-Glycolysis for advanced chemical recycling
Figure 43. Mondelez confectionery packaging using chemically recycled PCR
Figure 44. SWOT analysis-Aminolysis for advanced chemical recycling
Figure 45. Kit Kat packaged in paper flow wrap
Figure 46. Quality Street paper-based chocolate packaging
Figure 47. Smarties paper-based chocolate packaging
Figure 48. The global market for sustainable paper & board packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (‘000 tonnes)
Figure 49. The global market for sustainable paper & board packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (Millions USD)
Figure 50. Chemically recycled PCR (up to 30%) for Hetbahn plastic tubs
Figure 51. Types of bio-based materials used for antimicrobial food packaging application
Figure 52. Water soluble packaging by Notpla
Figure 53. Examples of edible films in food packaging
Figure 54. Hefcel-coated wood (left) and untreated wood (right) after 30 seconds flame test
Figure 55. The global market for sustainable food packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (‘000 tonnes)
Figure 56. The global market for sustainable food packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (Millions USD)
Figure 57. Twinings mono-material standup pouches
Figure 58. Rezorce mono-material PP carton lifecycle
Figure 59. Haleon mono-material blister packaging development
Figure 60. DRS system for Hetbahn bowls
Figure 61. The global market for sustainable flexible packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (‘000 tonnes)
Figure 62. The global market for sustainable flexible packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (Millions USD)
Figure 63. The global market for sustainable rigid packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (‘000 tonnes)
Figure 64. The global market for sustainable rigid packaging by material type, 2019-2036 (Millions USD)
Figure 65. Applications for CO2
Figure 66. Life cycle of CO2-derived products and services
Figure 67. Conversion pathways for CO2-derived polymeric materials
Figure 68. Pluumo
Figure 69. Anpoly cellulose nanofiber hydrogel
Figure 70. MEDICELLU™
Figure 71. Asahi Kasei CNF fabric sheet
Figure 72. Properties of Asahi Kasei cellulose nanofiber nonwoven fabric
Figure 73. CNF nonwoven fabric
Figure 74. Passionfruit wrapped in Xgo Circular packaging
Figure 75. Be Green Packaging molded fiber products
Figure 76. Beyond Meat Molded Fiber Sausage Tray
Figure 77. BIOLO e-commerce mailer bag made from PHA
Figure 78. Reusable and recyclable foodservice cups, lids, and straws from Joinease Hong Kong Ltd., made with plant-based NuPlastiQ BioPolymer from BioLogiQ, Inc
Figure 79. Fiber-based screw cap
Figure 80. Molded fiber trays for contact lenses
Figure 81. SEELCAP ONEGO
Figure 82. CJ CheilJedang's biodegradable PHA-based wrapper for shipping products
Figure 83. CuanSave film
Figure 84. Cullen Eco-Friendly Packaging beerGUARD molded fiber trays
Figure 85. ELLEX products
Figure 86. CNF-reinforced PP compounds
Figure 87. Kirekira! toilet wipes
Figure 88. Edible packaging from Dissolves
Figure 89. Rheocrysta spray
Figure 90. DKS CNF products
Figure 91. Molded fiber plastic rings
Figure 92. Mushroom leather
Figure 93. Evoware edible seaweed-based packaging
Figure 94. Photograph (a) and micrograph (b) of mineral/ MFC composite showing the high viscosity and fibrillar structure
Figure 95. Forest and Whale container
Figure 96. PHA production process
Figure 97. Soy Silvestre’s wheatgrass shots
Figure 98. Genera molded fiber meat trays
Figure 99. AVAPTM process
Figure 100. GreenPower ™ process
Figure 101. Cutlery samples (spoon, knife, fork) made of nano cellulose and biodegradable plastic composite materials
Figure 102. CNF gel
Figure 103. Block nanocellulose material
Figure 104. CNF products developed by Hokuetsu
Figure 105. Unilever Carte D’Or ice cream packaging
Figure 106. Kami Shoji CNF products
Figure 107. Matrix Pack molded-fiber beverage cup lid
Figure 108. Molded fiber Labeling applied to products
Figure 109. IPA synthesis method
Figure 110. Compostable water pod
Figure 111. Coca-cola paper bottle prototype
Figure 112. Papierfabrik Meldorf’s grass-based packaging materials
Figure 113. PulPac dry molded fiber packaging for cosmetics
Figure 114. Example of Qwarzo grease barrier coating
Figure 115. XCNF
Figure 116: Innventia AB movable nanocellulose demo plant
Figure 117. Molded fiber tray
Figure 118. Shellworks packaging containers
Figure 119. Thales packaging incorporating Fibrease
Figure 120. Molded pulp bottles
Figure 121. Sulapac cosmetics containers
Figure 122. Sulzer equipment for PLA polymerization processing
Figure 123. Molded fiber laundry detergent bottle
Figure 124. Tanbark’s clamshell product
Figure 125. Silver / CNF composite dispersions
Figure 126. CNF/nanosilver powder
Figure 127. Corbion FDCA production process
Figure 128. UFP Technologies, Inc. product examples
Figure 129. UPM biorefinery process
Figure 130. Varden coffee pod
Figure 131. Vegea production process
Figure 132. Worn Again products
Figure 133. npulp packaging
Figure 134. Western Pulp Products corner protectors
Figure 135. S-CNF in powder form

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • 9Fiber Inc.
  • Acorn Pulp Group
  • Actega
  • ADBioplastics
  • Advanced Biochemical Thailand
  • Advanced Paper Forming LLC
  • Aeropowder Limited
  • AGRANA Staerke GmbH
  • Agrosustain SA
  • Ahlstrom-Munksjö Oyj
  • AIM Sweden AB
  • Akorn Technology
  • Alberta Innovates
  • Alter Eco Pulp
  • Alterpacks
  • AmicaTerra
  • An Phát Bioplastics
  • Anellotech Inc.
  • Ankor Bioplastics
  • ANPOLY Inc.
  • Apeel Sciences
  • Applied Bioplastics
  • Aquapak Polymers Ltd
  • Aquaspersions
  • Archer Daniel Midland Company
  • Archipelago Technology Group
  • Archroma
  • Arekapak GmbH
  • Arkema SA
  • Arrow Greentech
  • Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation
  • Attis Innovations LLC
  • Avantium BV
  • Avani Eco
  • Avient Corporation
  • Balrampur Chini Mills
  • BASF SE
  • Berry Global
  • Be Green Packaging LLC
  • Bioelements Group
  • Bio Fab NZ
  • BIO-FED
  • Biofibre GmbH
  • Biokemik
  • BIOLO
  • BioLogiQ Inc.
  • BIO-LUTIONS International AG
  • Biomass Resin Holdings
  • Biome Bioplastics
  • BIOTEC GmbH
  • Bio2Coat
  • Bioform Technologies
  • Biovox GmbH
  • Bioplastech Ltd
  • BioSmart Nano
  • BlockTexx Pty Ltd
  • Blue Ocean Closures
  • Bluepha Beijing Lanjing
  • BOBST
  • Borealis AG
  • Borregaard Chemcell
  • Brightplus Oy
  • Buhl Paperform GmbH
  • Business Innovation Partners
  • CapaTec Inc
  • Carbiolice
  • Carbios
  • Cass Materials Pty Ltd
  • Cardia Bioplastics Ltd
  • CARAPAC Company
  • Celanese Corporation
  • Cellugy
  • Cellutech AB
  • Celwise AB
  • Chemol Company
  • Chemkey Advanced Materials
  • Chinova Bioworks
  • Cirkla
  • CJ Biomaterials Inc.
  • CKF Inc
  • Coastgrass ApS
  • Constantia Flexibles
  • Corumat Inc.
  • Cruz Foam
  • CuanTec Ltd
  • Cullen Eco-Friendly Packaging
  • Daicel Polymer Ltd
  • Daio Paper Corporation
  • Danimer Scientific LLC
  • DIC Corporation
  • DIC Products Inc.
  • DisSolves
  • DKS Co. Ltd
  • Dow Inc.
  • DuFor Resins BV
  • DuPont
  • E6PR
  • EarthForm
  • Earthodic Pty Ltd
  • Eastman Chemical Company
  • Ecologic Brands Inc.
  • Ecomann Biotechnology
  • Eco-Products Inc.
  • Eco-SQ
  • Ecoshell
  • EcoSynthetix Inc.
  • Ecovative Design LLC
  • Ecovia Renewables
  • Enkev
  • E-molding International
  • EnviroPAK Corporation
  • Epoch Biodesign
  • Eranova
  • Esbottle Oy
  • Evoware
  • Fiberlean Technologies
  • Fiberpac
  • Fiberwood Oy
  • Fibercel Packaging LLC
  • Fibmold
  • Fiorini International
  • FKuR Kunststoff GmbH
  • FlexSea
  • Floreon
  • Follmann GmbH
  • Foodberry
  • Footprint
  • Forest and Whale