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2023-2028 年按原料(玉米、甘蔗和甜菜、木薯等)、最终用途行业(包装、农业、汽车和运输、电子、纺织品等)和地区分類的聚乳酸 (PLA) 市场报告Polylactic Acid (PLA) Market Report by Raw Material (Corn, Sugarcane and Sugar Beet, Cassava, and Others), End Use Industry (Packaging, Agriculture, Automotive and Transport, Electronics, Textiles, and Others), and Region 2023-2028 |
2022年全球聚乳酸(PLA)市场规模达8.504亿美元。展望未来, IMARC Group预计到2028年市场规模将达到21.603亿美元,2022-2028年复合年增长率(CAGR)为16.8%。对永续包装选择的需求不断增长,人们对一次性塑胶替代品的认识不断提高,以及生物可降解缝合线、药物输送系统和骨科植入物产量的增加是推动市场的一些主要因素。
聚乳酸 (PLA) 是一种从天然来源获得的生物塑料,包括玉米淀粉和甘蔗。它是聚酯家族的一部分,透过乳酸聚合合成,乳酸可以透过发酵植物糖来获得。它是可生物降解的,这意味着当暴露在适当的条件下时,它可以随着时间的推移自然分解。由于其毒性低且不含有害化学物质,它被认为对于食品和医疗应用是安全的。它可以透过多种方法来模製、挤压和加工,使其适用于广泛的应用。
目前,食品容器、杯子和薄膜包装等包装用途对 PLA 的需求不断增长,推动了市场的成长。除此之外,PLA 由于其使用方便、低毒和环保,在 3D 列印中的应用不断增加,也促进了市场的成长。此外,随着聚乳酸在体内逐渐降解,可生物降解的缝线、药物传输系统和骨科植入物的产量不断增加,这提供了良好的市场前景。除此之外,PLA 技术的不断进步,例如开发具有改进的机械和热性能的高性能 PLA 变体,正在支持市场的成长。此外,旨在提高 PLA 生产的可扩展性和成本效益的研究业务投资不断增加,也推动了市场的成长。
对永续包装的需求不断增长
目前,永续包装需求的不断增长正在对PLA市场的扩大产生积极影响。除此之外,消费者对环境永续性的认识和关注不断增强,他们正在积极寻找符合其价值观的产品。 PLA 是一种可生物降解的可再生聚合物,源自玉米淀粉或甘蔗等植物来源,被认为是传统塑胶的环保替代品。此外,旨在减少塑胶废弃物和尽量减少碳足迹的严格法规和政府措施正在增加永续实践的采用,包括在各种包装解决方案中使用 PLA 等可生物降解材料。
对生物基塑胶的需求不断增加
对生物基塑胶的需求不断增长正在推动聚乳酸(PLA)市场的成长。由于 PLA 等生物基塑胶具有可再生和可生物降解的特性,製造商和消费者目前都在接受这种塑胶。 PLA 是从玉米淀粉和甘蔗等可再生资源中提取的,并被积极采用作为传统石油基塑胶的可行替代品。消费者对环保产品的偏好不断转变,直接导致了对 PLA 需求的不断增长。此外,对减少碳足迹和推广循环经济原则的重视导致 PLA 在包装、纺织品和各种其他应用中的采用率更高。各行业正在不断探索将 PLA 等生物基塑胶纳入其生产过程的方法,反映出这一趋势目前对 PLA 市场的正面影响。
人们对一次性塑胶替代品的认识不断提高
人们对一次性塑胶替代品的认识不断提高,推动了市场的成长。除此之外,个人和组织正在积极探索和采用基于PLA的产品,例如可生物降解的包装材料、器具和一次性容器。此外,各公司正在改变其生产和采购策略,将 PLA 纳入其产品线,以减少碳足迹。此外,旨在减少塑胶废弃物的持续措施和活动,以及促进永续实践的政府法规,正在推动人们对 PLA 作为永续替代品的持续兴趣和投资。因此,PLA 市场正在稳步扩张,製造商和供应商不断扩大产能和产品供应,以满足具有环保意识的消费者和行业不断变化的偏好。
IMARC Group提供了全球聚乳酸 (PLA) 市场报告各细分市场主要趋势的分析,以及 2023-2028 年全球、区域和国家层面的预测。我们的报告根据原材料和最终用途行业对市场进行了分类。
玉米
甘蔗和甜菜
木薯
其他的
玉米主导市场
该报告根据原材料对市场进行了详细的细分和分析。这包括玉米、甘蔗、甜菜、木薯等。报告称,玉米是最大的细分市场。
玉米富含淀粉,是PLA生产的主要原料,可以轻鬆地从玉米粒中提取出来,并透过酵素法转化为葡萄糖。使用玉米作为 PLA 生产原料的成本效益使其成为一个有吸引力的选择。现有的玉米种植、收穫和加工基础设施也有助于降低生产成本。除此之外,玉米是一种可再生资源,将其用于 PLA 符合生产更环保塑胶的愿望。此外,还生产基因改造 (GMO) 玉米品种,以提高淀粉含量和对聚乳酸生产等工业流程的适用性。这些专用品种可以进一步提高PLA製造过程的效率。
包装
农业
汽车和运输
电子产品
纺织品
其他的
包装在市场上占有最大份额
报告还提供了基于最终用途行业的详细市场细分和分析。这包括包装、农业、汽车和运输、电子、纺织等。报告称,包装占据最大的市场份额。
PLA 通常用于食品包装应用,例如杯子、盖子、容器和薄膜。其生物降解性和防潮能力使其适合包装新鲜农产品、烘焙产品和外带容器等物品。 PLA 可用于製造一次性餐具,包括叉子、刀子和勺子,使用后可进行堆肥,减少塑胶废物。 PLA 吸管是餐厅、咖啡厅和快餐店常用的传统塑胶吸管的环保替代品。 PLA 可用于製造消费品、电子产品和药品的吸塑包装。它提供透明度,这对于产品可见性至关重要,并且可堆肥,使其比传统的塑胶吸塑包装更环保。
北美洲
美国
加拿大
亚太
中国
日本
印度
韩国
澳洲
印尼
其他的
欧洲
德国
法国
英国
义大利
西班牙
俄罗斯
其他的
拉丁美洲
巴西
墨西哥
其他的
中东和非洲
北美表现出明显的主导地位,占据最大的聚乳酸(PLA)市场份额
市场研究报告还对所有主要区域市场进行了全面分析,其中包括北美(美国和加拿大);亚太地区(中国、日本、印度、韩国、澳洲、印尼等);欧洲(德国、法国、英国、义大利、西班牙、俄罗斯等);拉丁美洲(巴西、墨西哥等);以及中东和非洲。报告称,北美占据最大的市场份额。
由于对永续包装解决方案的需求不断增长,以减少其碳足迹,北美占据了最大的市场份额。除此之外,与塑胶使用相关的严格法规的不断实施也促进了市场的成长。除此之外,人们越来越意识到塑胶使用对环境的负面影响,这也支持了市场的成长。此外,各种消费品中越来越多地使用永续包装正在加强市场的成长。
由于改善 PLA 产品功能的研究活动不断增加,亚太地区预计将在这一领域进一步扩展。此外,人们越来越注重提高PLA产能以维持稳定的供应,这也促进了市场的成长。
主要市场参与者正在投资扩大产能,透过建造新生产设施和升级现有生产设施来满足对生物降解塑胶不断增长的需求。他们还专注于开发具有改进性能的创新 PLA 配方,例如耐热性、强度和柔韧性。领先的公司正在积极宣传 PLA 的环境效益,包括与传统塑胶相比其可生物降解性和减少的碳足迹。他们也在传统包装和食品服务项目之外探索其产品的新市场和应用。顶尖公司正在与价值链中的其他参与者(包括原材料供应商、加工商和最终用户)建立策略联盟和合作伙伴关係,以创建更整合和高效的供应链。
巴斯夫公司
中粮集团
赢创工业股份公司
富特罗
江苏苏普拉生物塑胶有限公司
江西科源生物材料有限公司
三井化学株式会社
NatureWorks LLC(嘉吉公司)
上海同杰良生物材料有限公司
道达尔 Corbion PLA
2023年9月,巴斯夫宣布推出生物质平衡塑胶添加剂,支持使用再生原料取代化石原料,以实现永续发展目标。
2023年,赢创工业股份公司与LEHVOSS集团建立策略伙伴关係,为工业3D列印在汽车领域的新应用开闢道路。
2022年,Futerro宣布计划在法国诺曼第建立一座全新的全集成聚乳酸(PLA)生物精炼厂,其中将包括一个转化农业原料的乳酸装置、一个PLA转化装置和一个专门用于生产聚乳酸的装置。 PLA 的分子回收。
The global polylactic acid (PLA) market size reached US$ 850.4 Million in 2022. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 2,160.3 Million by 2028, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 16.8% during 2022-2028. The growing demand for sustainable packaging options, raising awareness about single-use plastic alternatives, and increasing production of biodegradable sutures, drug delivery systems, and orthopedic implants are some of the major factors propelling the market.
Polylactic acid (PLA) is a type of bioplastic obtained from natural sources, including corn starch and sugarcane. It is part of the polyester family and is synthesized through the polymerization of lactic acid, which can be obtained by fermenting plant sugars. It is biodegradable, which means it can decompose naturally over time when exposed to the right conditions. It is considered safe for food and medical applications due to its low toxicity and lack of harmful chemicals. It can be molded, extruded, and processed in various methods, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
At present, the increasing demand for PLA for packaging purposes, including food containers, cups, and film wraps, is impelling the growth of the market. Besides this, the rising employment of PLA in 3D printing due to its effortless usage, low toxicity, and eco-friendliness is contributing to the growth of the market. In addition, the growing production of biodegradable sutures, drug delivery systems, and orthopedic implants made from PLA as they gradually degrade in the body is offering a favorable market outlook. Apart from this, increasing advancements in PLA technology, such as the development of high-performance PLA variants with improved mechanical and thermal properties, are supporting the growth of the market. Additionally, rising investments in research operations aimed at enhancing the scalability and cost-effectiveness of PLA production are bolstering the growth of the market.
Growing demand for sustainable packaging
At present, the growing demand for sustainable packaging is exerting a positive influence on the expansion of the PLA market. Besides this, the rising awareness and concern about environmental sustainability among consumers are increasing, and they are actively seeking products that align with their values. PLA, being a biodegradable and renewable polymer derived from plant-based sources, such as corn starch or sugarcane, is perceived as an eco-friendly alternative to conventional plastics. Moreover, stringent regulations and government initiatives aimed at decreasing plastic waste and minimizing the carbon footprint are increasing the adoption of sustainable practices, including the usage of biodegradable materials like PLA in various packaging solutions.
Increasing demand for bio-based plastics
The increasing demand for bio-based plastics is propelling the growth of the polylactic acid (PLA) market. Manufacturers and consumers alike are currently embracing bio-based plastics like PLA due to their renewable and biodegradable nature. PLA, which is extracted from renewable sources, such as corn starch and sugarcane, is actively adopted as a viable substitute for traditional petroleum-based plastics. This ongoing shift in consumer preferences towards eco-conscious products is directly contributing to the rising demand for PLA. Moreover, the emphasis on reducing carbon footprints and the promotion of circular economy principles is resulting in a higher adoption rate of PLA in packaging, textiles, and various other applications. Industries are continually exploring ways to incorporate bio-based plastics like PLA into their production processes, reflecting the current positive impact of this trend on the PLA market.
Rising awareness about single-use plastic alternatives
The rising awareness about single-use plastic alternatives is bolstering the growth of the market. Besides this, individuals and organizations are actively exploring and adopting PLA-based products, such as biodegradable packaging materials, utensils, and disposable containers. In addition, various companies are shifting their production and procurement strategies to incorporate PLA into their product lines to reduce their carbon footprint. Furthermore, ongoing initiatives and campaigns aimed at reducing plastic waste, along with governmental regulations promoting sustainable practices, are driving continuous interest and investment in PLA as a sustainable alternative. As a result, the PLA market is experiencing a steady expansion, with manufacturers and suppliers expanding their capacities and product offerings to cater to the evolving preferences of environmentally conscious consumers and industries.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global polylactic acid (PLA) market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country levels from 2023-2028. Our report has categorized the market based on raw material and end use industry.
Corn
Sugarcane and Sugar Beet
Cassava
Others
Corn dominates the market
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the raw material. This includes corn, sugarcane and sugar beet, cassava, and others. According to the report, corn represented the largest segment.
Corn is rich in starch, which is the primary feedstock for PLA production, and can be easily extracted from corn kernels and converted into glucose through enzymatic processes. The cost-effectiveness of using corn as a feedstock for PLA production makes it an attractive choice. The existing infrastructure for corn farming, harvesting, and processing also contributes to lower production costs. Besides this, corn is a renewable source, using it for PLA aligns with the desire to produce more environmentally friendly plastics. In addition, genetically modified (GMO) corn varieties are manufactured to enhance starch content and suitability for industrial processes like PLA production. These specialized varieties can further improve the efficiency of the PLA manufacturing process.
Packaging
Agriculture
Automotive and Transport
Electronics
Textiles
Others
Packaging holds the largest share in the market
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use industry has also been provided in the report. This includes packaging, agriculture, automotive and transport, electronics, textiles, and others. According to the report, packaging accounted for the largest market share.
PLA is commonly used for food packaging applications, such as cups, lids, containers, and films. Its biodegradability and ability to resist moisture make it suitable for packaging items like fresh produce, bakery products, and takeaway containers. PLA can be used to manufacture disposable cutlery, including forks, knives, and spoons which can be composted after use, reducing plastic waste. PLA straws are an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic straws which are often used in restaurants, cafes, and fast-food establishments. PLA can be used to create blister packaging for consumer goods, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. It provides transparency, which is essential for product visibility, and is compostable, making it more environmentally friendly than traditional plastic blister packaging.
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa
North America exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest polylactic acid (PLA) 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, North America accounted for the largest market share.
North America held the biggest market share due to the rising demand for sustainable packaging solutions to reduce its carbon footprint. Besides this, the increasing implementation of stringent regulations associated with plastic usage is contributing to the growth of the market. Apart from this, the rising awareness about the negative impacts of plastic usage on the environment is supporting the growth of the market. Additionally, the increasing utilization of sustainable packaging in various consumer goods is strengthening the growth of the market.
Asia Pacific is estimated to expand further in this domain due to rising research operations to improve the functionalities of PLA-based products. Moreover, the increasing focus on enhancing the production capacity of PLA to maintain a steady supply is bolstering the growth of the market.
Key market players are investing in expanding their production capacities to fulfill the rising demand for biodegradable plastics by building new production facilities and upgrading existing ones. They are also focusing on developing innovative PLA formulations with improved properties, such as heat resistance, strength, and flexibility. Leading companies are actively promoting the environmental benefits of PLA, including its biodegradability and reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional plastics. They are also exploring new markets and applications for their products beyond traditional packaging and food service items. Top companies are forming strategic alliances and partnerships with other players in the value chain, including raw material suppliers, converters, and end-users, to create a more integrated and efficient supply chain.
BASF SE
COFCO
Evonik Industries AG
Futerro
Jiangsu Supla Bioplastics Co. Ltd.
Jiangxi Keyuan Bio-Material Co. Ltd.
Mitsui Chemicals Inc.
NatureWorks LLC (Cargill Incorporated)
Shanghai Tong-Jie-Liang Biomaterials Co. Ltd.
Total Corbion PLA
In September 2023, BASF SE announced the launch of biomass balance plastic additives that support the use of renewable feedstock to replace fossil feedstock and fulfill sustainability targets.
In 2023, Evonik Industries AG and LEHVOSS Group entered into a strategic partnership to open up the path for new applications of industrial 3D printing in the automotive sector.
In 2022, Futerro announced that it aims to set up a new fully integrated polylactic acid (PLA) biorefinery in Normandy, France, which will include a lactic acid unit transforming raw materials of agricultural origin, a PLA conversion unit, and a unit dedicated to molecular recycling of PLA.