Starch-Based Bioplastic Market Global Report 2026

The starch-based bioplastic market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.74 billion in 2025 to $2.98 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing environmental concerns regarding conventional plastic waste, rising government initiatives supporting biodegradable.

The starch-based bioplastic market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.09 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for compostable packaging materials, rising investments in bio-based polymer production capacity, growing adoption of sustainable materials in consumer goods and automotive applications, increasing development of advanced starch blend formulations, and expanding regulatory support for plastic waste reduction initiatives. Major trends in the forecast period include growing adoption of renewable starch-based plastic alternatives, increasing demand for compostable and biodegradable packaging materials, rising development of high-performance starch polymer formulations, expanding use of starch-based materials in sustainable product applications, and growing focus on reducing dependency on petroleum-based plastics.

The increasing demand for sustainable packaging is expected to propel the growth of the starch-based bioplastic market going forward. Sustainable packaging refers to the development and utilization of packaging materials and systems that reduce environmental impact by minimizing resource consumption, lowering carbon emissions, and supporting reuse, recycling, or biodegradability throughout their lifecycle. The demand for sustainable packaging is growing due to rising environmental concerns, which are encouraging industries and consumers to reduce plastic waste and limit environmental pollution. Starch-based bioplastics support sustainable packaging solutions by providing a biodegradable and renewable alternative to traditional plastics, thereby helping reduce plastic waste generation and minimize environmental impact. For instance, in April 2023, according to the 2023 Buying Green Report by Trivium Packaging, a Netherlands-based sustainable packaging company, 82% of consumers indicated a willingness to pay more for sustainable packaging, representing a four-percentage-point increase compared to 2022. Therefore, the increasing demand for sustainable packaging is contributing to the growth of the starch-based bioplastic market.

Companies operating in the starch-based bioplastic market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as advanced fermentation-derived starch biopolymers, to enhance biodegradability, reduce dependence on fossil-fuel plastics, and improve performance characteristics for packaging and consumer applications. Advanced fermentation-derived starch biopolymers are bio-based materials produced by converting starch into polymer chains through microbial fermentation and biochemical processing, resulting in biodegradable plastics with enhanced strength, flexibility, and performance compared with conventional starch-based plastics. In January 2025, Corn Next Inc., a US-based materials science and biotechnology company, launched CornNext-17, a bio-based material developed from renewable corn starch using a patented fermentation process designed to address global plastic pollution. The material is engineered to retain its natural polysaccharide structure while achieving full biodegradation in natural environments within approximately 30 days, substantially faster than many existing biodegradable plastics. It is designed to maintain strong mechanical properties suitable for diverse applications such as packaging and disposable products, while the company’s accompanying white paper highlights its scalability and potential to replace conventional plastic materials across multiple industries.

In October 2023, Versalis S.p.A., an Italy-based chemical company, acquired Novamont for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Versalis aims to reinforce its position in the renewable chemistry and bioplastics value chain by integrating Novamont’s expertise in biodegradable and bio-based materials to accelerate its transition toward a more sustainable and circular product portfolio. Novamont S.p.A. is an Italy-based provider of bio-based chemicals and biodegradable bioplastics, specializing in the development and manufacturing of starch-based bioplastics such as Mater-Bi compostable biopolymer solutions.

Major companies operating in the starch-based bioplastic market are Cargill Incorporated, BASF SE, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Roquette Frères S.A, AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG, SPHERE S.A, Limagrain Ingredients, FKuR Kunststoff GmbH, Kuraray Co. Ltd., Wuhan Huali Environmental Technology Co. Ltd., Sukano AG, SECOS Group Limited, Biome Bioplastics Limited, Green Dot Bioplastics Inc., Rodenburg Biopolymers B.V., Bioplast S.p.A., Jiangsu Torise Biomaterials Co. Ltd., Guangdong Xinhuai New Materials Technology Co. Ltd., Shanghai Tongjieli New Material Co. Ltd., Shenzhen Ecomann Biotechnology Co. Ltd., Suzhou Hanfeng New Material Co. Ltd.

North America was the dominating region in the starch-based bioplastic market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the rapidly growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the starch-based bioplastic market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the starch-based bioplastic market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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