Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019 Market . Intelligence . Experts
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Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Forecast & Opportunities , 2019
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Biodegradable plastics are the type of bioplastics that can be decomposed by micro-organisms. They can be derived either
from renewable polymers such as starch, starch blends and polylactic acid (PLA), or from petroleum feedstock such as
polycaprolactone (PCL) and polybutyrate. Based on the source material, biodegradable plastics are classified as biobased
and fossil based biodegradable plastics. Among these two categories, biobased biodegradable plastics are expected to
continue their dominance in the European biodegradable plastics market, in terms of total consumption. Ongoing research
and development in the area of biodegradable plastics is expected to open a wide range of niche application areas, thus
expanding overall market penetration of biodegradable plastics in Europe over the next five years. Biodegradable plastics
are used in a broad range of end-user industries such as packaging, agriculture, textiles and disposable goods. Additionally,
biodegradable plastics are also witnessing increasing adoption in non-conventional applications such as 3D printing and
medical implants.
According to “Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019”, the biodegradable plastics
market in Europe is forecast to witness a robust CAGR of around 12% during 2014-19. Growth in the market is being
supported by various factors such as increasing environmental awareness among consumers, strict implementation of
environment friendly laws, and growing R&D investments in the bioplastics sector by both public and private sectors. The
European Union’s decision to reduce overall consumption of thin plastic bags in the region by about 80% through 2019, as
compared to 2010 consumption levels, is expected to create huge growth opportunities for biodegradable plastics
manufacturers over the next five years. Reduction in the usage of conventional plastic bags is expected to directly boost the
consumption of biodegradable plastic bags in malls, retail outlets and loose packaging applications. “Europe Biodegradable
Plastics Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2019” report elaborates following particulars:
Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Size, Share & Forecast
Segmental & Regional Analysis
Changing Market Trends & Emerging Opportunities
Competitive Landscape and Strategic Recommendations
T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s
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1. Research Methodology
2. Analyst View
3. Global Bioplastics Sector Overview
4. Europe Bioplastics Sector Overview
5. Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Volume
5.1.2. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Type
5.2.2. By Application
5.2.3. By Country
5.2.4. By Company
6. Europe Biodegradable Plastics Segmental Analysis
6.1. Europe Biobased Biodegradable Plastics
6.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1.1. By Volume
6.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.1.2.1. By Type
6.2. Europe Fossil Based Biodegradable Plastics Market Size
6.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.2.1.1. By Volume
T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s
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7. Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Dynamics
7.1. Market Drivers
7.2. Market Challenges
8. Market Trends & Developments
8.1. Investments in Research & Development
8.2. Biodegradable Plastics for 3D Printing
8.3. Biodegradable Plastics in Medical Applications
8.4. Biodegradable Carry Bags
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Novamont S.p.A
9.2. BASF SE
9.3. Rodenburg Biopolymers
9.4. Biome Bioplastics Limited
9.5. Innovia Films Limited
9.6. BioBag International AS
9.7. BIOP Biopolymers Technologies GmbH
9.8. BIOTEC GmbH & Co.
9.9. FKuR Kunststoff GmbH
9.10. Futerro
10. Strategic Recommendations
11. About Us & Disclaimer
L i s t o f F i g u r e s
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• Figure 1: Bioplastics Industry Classification
• Figure 2: Global Bioplastics Production Capacity Share, By Type, 2010-2017F (Million Metric Tons)
• Figure 3: Global Bioplastics Production Capacity Share, By Type & Polymer Use, By Volume, 2012
• Figure 4: Global Bioplastics Production Capacity Share, By Region, 2012
• Figure 5: Global Bioplastics Production Capacity Share, By Region, 2017F
• Figure 6: Global Bioplastics Market Size, By Application, By Volume, 2012 (Million Metric Tons)
• Figure 7: Europe Bioplastics Production Capacity, 2009-2019F (Thousand Metric Tons)
• Figure 8: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Size, By Volume, 2009-2019F (Thousand Metric Tons)
• Figure 9: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Size, By Value, 2009-2019F (USD Million)
• Figure 10: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Share, By Type, By Volume, 2013
• Figure 11: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Share, By Type, By Volume, 2019F
• Figure 12: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2013
• Figure 13: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019F
• Figure 14: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Share, By Country, By Volume, 2013
• Figure 15: Shopping Bags Sector Trends, Italy, 2010 & 2011
• Figure 16:Italy Polyethylene Consumption for Carrier Bags Production, By Volume, 2009-2012 (Kilo Metric Tons)
• Figure 17: Plant Locations for Biodegradable Plastics Industry, Italy, 2011-12
• Figure 18: Italy Biodegradable Plastics Consumption, By Application, 2012
• Figure 19: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Share, By Company, By Production Capacity, 2013
• Figure 20: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Share, By Company, By Production Capacity, 2019F
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• Figure 21: Europe Biobased Biodegradable Plastics Market Size, By Volume, 2009-2019F (Thousand Metric Tons)
• Figure 22: Europe Biobased Biodegradable Plastics Market Share, By Volume, 2013
• Figure 23: Overview of European Starch Industry, 2012
• Figure 24:Europe Fossil Based Biodegradable Plastics Market Size, By Volume, 2009-2019F (Thousand Metric
Tons)
• Figure 25: Global Oil Price Projections, 2014E-2020F (USD per Barrel)
• Figure 26: Europe, 3D Printing Market Share, By Region, 2013
• Figure 27: Europe, 3D Printing Market Share, By Region, 2019F
• Figure 28: Biome Technologies plc, Revenue Share, By Business Segment, 2013 & 2012
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• Table 1: Italy Bioplastics Industry Overview, 2013
• Table 2: BASF SE, Financial Information, 2013 & 2012 (USD Billion)
• Table 3: Biome Bioplastics Limited Financial Details, 2013 & 2012
• Table 4: Compostable Films Manufactured by Innovia Films
• Table 5: Innovia Films, Company Details, 2013
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Baseline Methodology :
For the study, TechSci Research has gathered information through primary research surveys with 10 respondents
from 7 manufacturers of biodegradable plastics in Europe, followed by counter validating the information by
interviewing 15 respondents from various plastic compounding companies and distributors. We also put through
exhaustive search of credible databases and organizations such as Plastics Information Europe (PIE), Association of
Plastics Manufacturers in Europe etc., including our internal database. Our team of analysts have then prudently
evaluated all the collected information and personated them in chronological order to depict a meaningful and clear
picture of the Biodegradable Plastics Market in Europe.
While compiling the data, we have also cross checked all the collected information from multiple sources and data
warehouses, so that we can present the most accurate and precise information of the concerned industry.
For the purpose of calculating market share of competitors, production capacities of companies have been
scrutinized. The same information has then been verified with primary research surveys with competitors to arrive at
logical figures.
Sources :
Company Websites, European Bioplastics, European Commission, Plastemart, PlasticsEurope organization,
www.dincertco.de
Challenges Encountered :
Team encountered major challenge in extracting information related to specific polymer type, as most of the
manufacturers use blends of different polymers for manufacturing biodegradable plastics. The respondents did not
disclose actual sales figures of biodegradable plastics from record books.
Manufacturers Interviewed Compounders & Packaging Companies Interviewed
Distributors Interviewed
Innovia Films, Rodenburg, BioBag, Novamont, FKuR
KUNSTSTOFF, Futerro, Biome Technologies, BASF
Ravago SA, A. Schulman, Aetna Group S.p.A, Armando Álvarez Group
IMCD, T&F Plast, Extrusion Service srl
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X%
PLA
16%
Polyesters
16%
Starch
Blends
17%
PHA
17%
Regenerated
Cellulose
17%
Others
17%
Biodegradable
50%Biobased, non-
biodegradable
50%
Bio
PET
25%
Bio PE
25%Bio PA
25%
Others
25%
XXX MillionMetric Tons
XXX MillionMetric Tons XXX Million
Metric Tons
Figure 2: Global Bioplastics Production Capacity Share, By Type & Polymer Use, By Volume, 2012
10
20
30
40
50
60
Figure 4: Global Bioplastics Market Size, By
Application, By Volume, 2012 (Million Metric Tons)
Biobased
Biodegradable
50%
Synthetic
Biodegradable
50%
Figure 8: Europe Biodegradable Plastics
Market Share, By Type, By Volume, 2013
Novamont
25%BASF
25%
Rodenburg Biopolymer
25%
Others
25%
Figure 19: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market
Share, By Company, By Production Capacity,
2013
1020
3040
5060
7080
90100
110
Figure 7: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market Size,
By Value, 2009-2019F (USD Million)
Packaging
20%
Agriculture
20%
Disposable
Goods
20%
Medical
20%
Others20%
Figure 11: Europe Biodegradable Plastics
Market Share, By Application, By Volume,
2019F
1020
3040
5060
7080
90100
110
Figure 6: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market
Size, By Volume, 2009-2019F (Thousand Metric
Tons)
Biobased Biodegradable
50%
Synthetic Biodegradable
50%
Figure 9: Europe Biodegradable Plastics Market
Share, By Type, By Volume, 2019F
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