The global biodegradable polymer market size was US$ 1.6 billion in 2021. The global biodegradable polymer market is forecast to grow to US$ 2.5 billion by 2030 by growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5% during the forecast period from 2022 to 2030.
Biodegradable polymers are polymers (plastics) derived from fossil fuels that decompose to develop carbon dioxide and water through a natural and artificial process.

Factors Influencing the Market
Biodegradable polymers find a wide range of applications across various end-use verticals, such as healthcare, agriculture, consumer goods, etc. Thus, these factors will contribute to the growth of the global biodegradable polymers market during the forecast period.
Growing income, majorly in developing economies, will contribute to the growth of the global biodegradable polymers market during the forecast period. In addition, the fact that these polymers are used in a variety of healthcare applications, such as surgical sutures, tissue regeneration, wound dressings, and enzyme immobilization will pave the path for market growth. Apart from that, growing healthcare expenditure across the world will contribute to the growth of the global biodegradable polymers market during the study period.
Growing emphasis by government bodies to reduce plastic waste and recycle plastic products will also escalate the demand for biodegradable polymer during the study period. On the contrary, high manufacturing costs for biodegradable polymers may restrict the growth of the market during the forecast period.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly surged health consciousness among people. The demand for efficient biodegradable products is steeply increasing to save the environment and limit the hazardous effects of non-biodegradable plastic. As a result, it will bring potential growth opportunities for the biodegradable polymers market during the study period. However, the flagging of R&D activities due to sudden economic disruptions negatively affected the global biodegradable polymer market.

Regional Analysis
Europe is forecast to hold the largest share in the global biodegradable polymers market in terms of region. The growth of this market is attributed to growing technological advancements, rising consumer awareness, and increasing government initiatives to surge the adoption of renewable polymers across all industries. Further, growing consumer inclination towards environment-friendly packaging and products will benefit this regional biodegradable polymer market during the study period.
The Asia-Pacific biodegradable polymer market is forecast to register a significant growth rate, owing to the growing population and rising healthcare expenditure in the region. Further, the rising employment rate will also increase the demand for efficient consumer goods. Thus, it will offer ample growth opportunities for the biodegradable polymers market. In addition, growing concerns over the hazardous impact of non-biodegradable plastic in the region will also benefit the biodegradable polymers market in the region.

Competitors in the Market
Novamont S.p. A.
BASF SE
Rodenburg Polymers
Total Corbion PLA bv
Bio-On
Plantic Technologies
Danimer Scientific
Mitsubishi Chemical
Toray Industries
Other Prominent Players

Market Segmentation
The global biodegradable polymer market segmentation focuses on Product, End-User, and Region.
By Product
Starch-based Plastics
Polylactic Acid
Polyhydroxy Alkenoates
Polyesters,
Cellulose Derivatives
By End-user
Agriculture
Consumer Goods
Packaging
Healthcare
By Regional Outlook
? North America
o The U.S.
o Canada
o Mexico
? Europe
? Western Europe
o The UK
o Germany
o France
o Italy
o Spain
o Rest of Western Europe
? Eastern Europe
o Poland
o Russia
o Rest of Eastern Europe
? Asia Pacific
o China
o India
o Japan
o Australia & New Zealand
o ASEAN
o Rest of Asia Pacific
? Middle East & Africa (MEA)
o UAE
o Saudi Arabia
o South Africa
o Rest of MEA
? South America
o Brazil
o Argentina
o Rest of South America