Plastics that decompose in the nature by the action of microorganisms are generally referred as biodegradable plastics. These plastics are divided into different categories such as bio-based and petro-based biodegradable plastics. The most common process employed in the manufacturing of biodegradable plastics includes fermentation of sugar or canola oil to produce polylactic acid (PLA) or polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), which in turn is converted into biodegradable plastics.

The report provides in-depth analysis and forecast of the biodegradable plastics market on the global as well as regional level. It includes forecast for the period from 2015 to 2023 in terms of volume (kilo tons) and revenue (US$ Mn). Quantitative data has been derived through extensive secondary research of the global biodegradable plastics market. Secondary sources typically include company websites, relevant magazines, government documents, and press releases. The top-down approach has been adopted to derive the regional numbers from global revenue and volume figures. Furthermore, the bottom-up approach has been employed to derive data for various product segments based on demand for biodegradable plastics in each geographic segment. A combination of top-down and bottom-up approaches helps validate the quantitative data. The data was further validated with the help of primary research with industry experts to ensure accuracy of derived numbers.

Detailed analysis of various factors driving the global biodegradable plastic market has been included for astute decision making. Impact of these drivers has been included with data to substantiate research findings. Furthermore, factors restraining market growth have been included for better understanding of the market. Impact of these restraints has been analyzed over the course of the forecast period. The report also comprises various opportunities available for market growth over the next eight years. Opportunities entail untapped or recently explored factors that are anticipated to drive the biodegradable plastics market during the forecast period.

The report includes value chain analysis to help understand the industry thoroughly. Value chain analysis comprises detailed evaluation of the roles of various entities involved in the biodegradable plastics industry, from raw material suppliers to end-users. Various processes employed in the manufacture of biodegradable plastics have been included in the value chain analysis. Porter's Five Forces model has been employed to determine the degree of competition in the market during the forecast period. Company market share analysis has been included for better understanding of the competitive landscape. Company market share analysis includes the market share of dominant players in 2014, based on their production capacities. Furthermore, market attractiveness analysis has been conducted to analyze product segments that are expected to be lucrative during the forecast period. This is based on various factors such as market size, growth rate, profitability, raw material procurement, and competition in each product segment.

Based on product, the biodegradable plastics market has been segmented into polylactic acid, polyhydroxyalkanoates, polybutylene succinate, polycaprolactone, starch-based, and regenerated cellulose. The report comprises detailed analysis of all the segments in the regional and global markets and forecast based on current and future trends in the industry in terms of volume (kilo tons) and revenue (US$ Mn). In terms of region, the market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Demand for biodegradable plastics in each of its application segment has been analyzed and forecast for the period of eight years.

The report also comprises profiles of leading companies in the biodegradable plastics market. These include BASF SE, BIO-ON, Biome Bioplastics, Corbion, FKuR, Nature Works LLC, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Plantic, and Natur -Tec India Private Limited. Various attributes of these companies such as company overview, business strategies, and recent developments form the core of the company profiles section.

This report segments the global biodegradable plastics market as follows:

Biodegradable Plastics Market – Product Segment Analysis
Polylactic Acid
Polyhydroxyalkanoates
Polybutylene Succinate
Polycaprolactone
Starch-based
Regenerated Cellulose
Biodegradable Plastics Market - Application Analysis
Packaging
Textile
Agriculture
Injection Molding
Others (Including Electronic, Medical, etc.)
Biodegradable Plastics Market - Regional Analysis
North America
U.S.
Rest of North America
Europe
U.K.
Spain
France
Germany
Italy
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
ASEAN
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Brazil
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa (MEA)
GCC
South Africa
Rest of MEA

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