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全球生物聚合物市场 - 2024-2031Global Biopolymer Market - 2024-2031 |
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概述
全球生物聚合物市场2023年达到175.2亿美元,预计2031年将达到360.3亿美元,2024-2031年预测期间复合年增长率为9.43%。
生物聚合物是一类合成材料,除了甘蔗和玉米等农产品外,还由剩余木材和木材等植物源物质生产。生物聚合物本质上是可生物降解的,与传统的聚合物或塑胶不同,传统的聚合物或塑胶会加剧污染和全球暖化等众多环境问题。
市场扩张主要归因于对基于PHA的可生物降解聚合物的需求不断增加。为了满足不同最终用途领域对可持续包装日益增长的需求,领先的包装和塑胶製造商正在转向使用可生物降解的产品。生物聚合物可用于多种应用,包括生物医学、製药和食品领域。由于其卓越的恢復特性,它们在生物医学应用中备受追捧,因为它们有助于各种形式和尺寸的伤口的癒合。
艾伦麦克阿瑟基金会 (EMF) 报告称,每年生产 7,800 万吨一次性塑胶包装,其中不到 2% 得到有效回收。值得注意的是,由于加工和垃圾收集设施不足,32% 的产品被排放到自然环境中。鑑于这一事实,政策制定者、製造公司和全球品牌正在探索消除洩漏造成的有害污染并提高回收率的方法。因此,人们付出了巨大的努力来推广在许多报废环境中可回收的包装。因此,对该产品的需求将大幅增加。
动力学
石化塑胶的可持续替代品
生物聚合物是从甘蔗、玉米、剩余木材和立木等原料中提取的聚合物。与导致全球暖化和污染的传统聚合物或塑胶不同,生物聚合物是可生物降解的。预计生物基聚合物的利用率将会提高。因此,生物聚合物被认为是传统石油基塑胶的更永续的替代品,因为它们可以透过自然过程分解并且不会威胁生态系统。
消费者越来越重视自己的碳足迹,并要求更环保的永续产品。世界各国政府正在实施策略,透过限制一次性塑胶和推广天然包装替代品来减少塑胶废物。随着企业和消费者越来越认识到传统石化塑胶对生态的影响,预计这一趋势将在整个预测期内持续存在。
推动新兴地区成长的策略性倡议
生物塑胶和生物聚合物的市场参与者正在积极利用有机和无机技术来刺激其成长。近年来,亚太新兴经济体取得了重大策略进展。 2019 年,Total-Corbion 在泰国罗勇市开设了一家 PLA 工厂,年产能为 75,000 吨。三菱化学控股公司(日本)和联想集团有限公司(中国)成立了一家合资企业,生产生物塑胶智慧型手机零件。
此外,印尼正在研究生物塑胶替代品,包括海藻。当地实体 Evoware 提供源自海藻的专有包装,预计环境限制的增加将增加亚太国家对生物塑胶的需求。此外,东南亚拥有丰富的生物基原料,确保了生物塑胶製造原料的持续供应。因此,监管的进步和原料的可及性预计将维持该地区对生物塑胶的需求。
可生物降解塑胶的价格上涨
相较于传统聚合物,可生物降解塑胶的成本较高,限制了各应用领域的市场扩张。可生物降解聚合物的生产成本一般比传统塑胶高20-80%。这种差异主要是由于可生物降解聚合物的聚合成本较高,因为大多数方法仍处于开发阶段,尚未实现规模经济。
例如,用于黏合剂、合成纸、医疗器材、电子元件、食品包装和农业的 PHA 面临着生产成本升高、产量低和可用性有限的问题。儘管 PLA 的生产成本比 PHA 低,但其成本却比石油衍生的 PE 和 PP 更高。一般来说,生物基材料仍处于开发阶段,尚未达到与石化材料相同的商业化程度。
有限生产规模导致的研发和生产费用增加,加上与传统石油基塑胶相比存在巨大的价格差异,是阻碍生物降解塑胶在不同行业广泛采用的主要问题。
Overview
Global Biopolymer Market reached US$ 17.52 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 36.03 billion by 2031, growing with a CAGR of 9.43% during the forecast period 2024-2031.
Biopolymers, a category of synthetic materials, are produced from plant-derived substances such as residual wood and timber, in addition to agricultural commodities like sugarcane and corn. Biopolymers are inherently biodegradable, unlike traditional polymers or plastics, which exacerbate numerous environmental problems such as pollution and global warming.
The market expansion is primarily ascribed to the increasing demand for PHA-based biodegradable polymers. In response to the increased demand for sustainable packaging across diverse end-use sectors, leading packaging and plastics manufacturers are transitioning to biodegradable goods. Biopolymers are utilized in several applications, including biomedical, pharmaceutical, and food sectors. Due to their superior recovery properties, they are much sought after in biomedical applications, since they facilitate the healing of wounds of various forms and dimensions.
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF) reports that 78 million tons of single-use plastic packaging are produced annually, with less than 2% being effectively recycled. Remarkably, 32% of this product is discharged into the natural environment due to inadequate processing and trash collection facilities. In light of this truth, policymakers, manufacturing firms, and worldwide brands are exploring methods to eliminate the harmful pollution caused by leakage and to enhance recycling rates. Consequently, there has been a significant effort to promote packaging that is recyclable in many end-of-life contexts. Consequently, the demand for the product is poised to increase substantially.
Dynamics
A Sustainable Alternative To Petrochemical Plastics
Biopolymers are polymeric substances derived from raw materials such as sugarcane, corn, residual wood, and standing lumber. Biopolymers are biodegradable, unlike conventional polymers or plastics, which contribute to global warming and pollution. The anticipated increase in the perception of bio-based polymer utilization is forecasted. Consequently, biopolymers are considered a more sustainable alternative to conventional petroleum-based plastics, as they can be decomposed through natural processes and do not threaten the ecosystem.
Consumers are increasingly conscientious about their carbon footprint and are requesting more environmentally sustainable items. Governments worldwide are implementing strategies to reduce plastic waste by imposing restrictions on single-use plastics and promoting natural packaging alternatives. This trend is anticipated to persist throughout the projected period, as enterprises and consumers increasingly recognize the ecological repercussions of traditional petrochemical-derived plastics.
Strategic Initiatives Fueling Growth In The Emerging Regions
Market participants in bioplastics and biopolymers are actively utilizing both organic and inorganic techniques to stimulate their growth. Recent years have observed substantial strategic advancements in the Asia-Pacific rising economies. In 2019, Total-Corbion inaugurated a PLA facility in Rayong, Thailand, with a manufacturing capacity of 75,000 tons per annum. Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation (Japan) and Lenovo Group Limited (China) established a joint venture to manufacture bioplastic-based smartphone components.
Moreover, Indonesia is investigating bioplastic substitutes, including seaweed. Local entity Evoware provides proprietary packaging derived from seaweed, anticipating a rise in environmental restrictions that will elevate the need for bioplastics in Asia-Pacific nations. Moreover, Southeast Asia possesses ample bio-based feedstock, guaranteeing a sustained supply of raw materials for bioplastic manufacturing. Thus, regulatory advancements and the accessibility of feedstock are expected to maintain the need for bioplastics in the region.
Higher Prices Of Biodegradable Plastics
The expansion of the market across various application areas is constrained by the elevated cost of biodegradable plastics relative to conventional polymers. The production cost of biodegradable polymers is generally 20-80% greater than that of traditional plastics. This difference mostly arises from the high polymerization costs of biodegradable polymers, as most methods remain in the developmental stage and have not attained economies of scale.
For example, PHAs, used in binders, synthetic papers, medical devices, electronic components, food packaging, and agriculture, face elevated production costs, low yields, and restricted availability. Despite having a lower production cost than PHAs, PLAs are nevertheless more costly than petroleum-derived PE and PP. In general, bio-based materials remain in the developmental phase and have not been commercialized to the same degree as their petrochemical equivalents.
Elevated research and development, as well as production expenses stemming from limited-scale manufacturing, coupled with substantial price disparities relative to conventional petroleum-based plastics, are primary issues impeding the widespread adoption of biodegradable plastics across diverse industries.
The global biopolymer market is segmented based on product, application, end-user, and region.
The Need for Biopolymers in Packaging Rises Due to Environmental, Regulatory, and Consumer-Driven Pressures
The need for biopolymers in packaging is rising due to environmental, regulatory, and consumer-driven issues. Biopolymers are frequently sourced from renewable resources like plants or microbes, rendering them a more sustainable option compared to conventional petroleum-based plastics. The ecological consequences of conventional plastics, especially regarding pollution and prolonged breakdown periods, have spurred heightened interest in sustainable alternatives.
Biopolymers are increasingly popular in consumer goods due to many factors, reflecting a wider movement towards sustainability and environmental responsibility in the consumer product industry. Governments and regulatory agencies worldwide are implementing initiatives to reduce plastic waste and promote the use of more sustainable materials. This has created a regulatory framework that promotes the incorporation of the commodity into consumer goods.
Government Regulations and Market Dynamics Driving Bioplastics and Biopolymers Expansion in Asia-Pacific
Government laws in the Asia-Pacific area that prohibit plastic bags and advanced attempts to address global warming are fostering market expansion. The elevated costs of bioplastics and biopolymers relative to traditional petroleum-based resins constitute a substantial obstacle to market growth in the region. Nonetheless, the diminished living standards and disposable money in the Asia-Pacific region are anticipated to result in a decline in the pricing of bioplastics and biopolymers.
The rising regulations in the plastics sector and the emphasis on sustainable development create potential for substituting plastics with bioplastics in Asia-Pacific. Increasing consumer awareness of sustainable plastics and retailer pressure are driving the need for bioplastics.
The major global players in the market include Biopolymer Industries, BASF SE, Solanyl Biopolymers, BioPolymer GmbH & Co. KG, Ecovia Renewables Inc., BiologiQ, Inc., ADM, DuPont, Novamont, BIOTEC
The Russia-Ukraine conflict has profoundly affected the biopolymer sector, chiefly due to the disruption of manufacturing and supply networks. The departure of more than 300 prominent Western corporations, along with the closure of packaging and manufacturing plants in Ukraine and Russia, has impeded the supply of critical raw materials for biopolymer manufacture.
Petrochemical facilities such as Karpatneftekhim, Ukraine's largest PET plant, were compelled to cease operations due to the imposition of martial law, while glass and packaging manufacturers like Vetropack suspended output, exacerbating supply chain difficulties. The uncertainty regarding the war's longevity, coupled with manufacturing delays, has compelled some enterprises to either diminish or entirely halt activities in the region.
The extensive closures and damage to infrastructure, including the loss of Vetropack's glass factory in Kyiv, have resulted in an uncertain business environment. This has compelled biopolymer manufacturers to explore alternate production centers and reorganize supply chains, especially in Europe and Asia-Pacific, to alleviate the effects on production and distribution.
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The global bioploymer market report would provide approximately 62 tables, 62 figures, and 224 Pages.
Target Audience 2024
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