Polylactic Acid (PLA) Market Opportunity: Development of new application

The global PLA market size is projected to grow from USD 1.0 billion in 2021 to USD 1.9 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 12.2% between 2021 and 2026. The major factors driving the market are rising demand of PLA in packaging industry, stringent waste management regulations in Europe, increased focus of government on green procurement policies, and shift in consumer preference toward eco-friendly and biodegradable plastic products. Moreover, development of new applications, high potential in emerging countries of APAC, and multi-functionalities of PLA is expected to drive the market during the forecast period.

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With the increasing focus on sustainability and favorable government regulations for green procurement policies, PLA manufacturers have significant opportunities in new end-use industries such as electronics, biomedical, and automotive. Manufacturers are investing heavily in R&D activities for the use of PLA in various applications in the medical industry, such as stitching materials, screws, and implants. PLA is used for manufacturing medical devices & equipment. It is used in tires with starch-based materials in the automotive industry to reduce fuel consumption. They are also used for making electrical equipment more efficient and cost-effective. The packaging application is also expected to witness significant growth. PLA films have an extensive application in the agriculture industry. PLA is a highly demanded biodegradable plastic material and is used in making trays, cutleries, and cups in the food industry.

Europe is expected to be the largest market for PLA during the forecast period.

The packaging industry is the largest end-use industry of PLA in Europe. The political and economic conditions have also driven the market penetration of PLA. The EU Commission has focused on the Lead Markets Initiative, where PLA has been identified as one of the most important potential markets. The strict government norms and economic conditions have also driven the PLA market. These factors have been responsible for the development of PLA with collaborative research in the region.

The key players in this market are Natureworks LLC (US), Total Corbion PLA (Netherlands), BASFSE (Germany), Cofco (China), Futerro (Belgium), Danimer Scientific (US), Toray Industries Inc. (Japan), Evonik Industries (Germany), Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (Japan), and Unitika Ltd. (Japan).

Recent Developments

• In October 2021, Total Corbion PLA launched recycled PLA range under the brand name Luminy rPLA, which is derived from post-industrial and post-consumer PLA waste. The new product is a chemically recycled product with similar characteristics as the existing Luminy PLA product.
• In April 2021, NatureWorks LLC developed a new PLA grade Ingeo 3D700. The new material is ideal for large-format additive manufacturing, along with the reduction in warping and print failures. Ingeo 3D700 is specially designed for 3D printing, having performance characteristics such as precise detail, good adhesion, reduced warping or curling, and low odor while printing.
• In November 2021, Danimer Scientific and Total Corbion PLA collaborated to manufacture biodegradable PLA. The collaboration will support the production of custom-built resin to meet the customers’ requirements for biodegradable and functional aspects of the products.

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Changing consumer preference toward eco-friendly plastic product is driving the Polylactic Acid (PLA) Market

 

The global PLA market size is projected to grow from USD 1.0 billion in 2021 to USD 1.9 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 12.2% between 2021 and 2026. The major factors driving the market are rising demand of PLA in packaging industry, stringent waste management regulations in Europe, increased focus of government on green procurement policies, and shift in consumer preference toward eco-friendly and biodegradable plastic products. Moreover, development of new applications, high potential in emerging countries of APAC, and multi-functionalities of PLA is expected to drive the market during the forecast period.

Improving consumer awareness regarding sustainable plastic solutions and increasing efforts to eliminate the use of non-biodegradable conventional plastics contribute to the market growth of PLA. Traditionally used petroleum-based plastics take decades to break down or degrade and lay in landfills for a long period. PLA breaks down faster when they are discarded and are absorbed back into the natural system. In addition, the rate of decomposition of biodegradable plastics by the activities of microorganisms is much faster than that of traditional plastics.

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The packaging segment is estimated to be the fastest-growing end-use industry for PLA market during the forecast period.

Packaging is the largest end-use industry for PLA, with a high CAGR of 13.0% during the forecast period. The need for sustainable solutions has encompassed several industry verticals, including food & beverages, e-commerce, and FMCG. The unique properties of packaging enable its use in various food and non-food applications such as cigarettes, biscuits, sugar confectioneries, baked goods, noodles, and other snacks. The rise in e-commerce has also increased packaging requirements.

The thermoforming grade segment is expected to lead the PLA market during the forecast period.

Thermoforming grade has enormous growth potential in various packaging applications such as food, beverages, and other consumer products. Thermoformed parts made of PLA have excellent clarity, comparable to those formed in oriented polystyrene (OPS) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET). This, combined with the temperature requirements for product storage, make thermoformed PLA suitable for food packaging trays for baked goods, fruits, and vegetables.

Europe is expected to be the largest market for PLA during the forecast period.

The packaging industry is the largest end-use industry of PLA in Europe. The political and economic conditions have also driven the market penetration of PLA. The EU Commission has focused on the Lead Markets Initiative, where PLA has been identified as one of the most important potential markets. The strict government norms and economic conditions have also driven the PLA market. These factors have been responsible for the development of PLA with collaborative research in the region.

The key players in this market are Natureworks LLC (US), Total Corbion PLA (Netherlands), BASFSE (Germany), Cofco (China), Futerro (Belgium), Danimer Scientific (US), Toray Industries Inc. (Japan), Evonik Industries (Germany), Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (Japan), and Unitika Ltd. (Japan).

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NatureWorks LLC (US) and Total Corbion PLA (Netherlands) are Leading Players in the Polylactic Acid (PLA) Market

The global PLA market size is projected to grow from USD 1.0 billion in 2021 to USD 1.9 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 12.2% between 2021 and 2026. The major factors driving the market are the rising demand for PLA in packaging industry, stringent waste management regulations in Europe, increased focus of government on green procurement policies, and shift in consumer preference toward eco-friendly and biodegradable plastic products. Moreover, development of new applications, high potential in emerging countries of APAC, and multi-functionalities of PLA is expected to drive the market during the forecast period.

The major players in the market include NatureWorks LLC (US), Total Corbion PLA (Netherlands), BASF SE (Germany), Futerro (Belgium), COFCO (China), Mitsubishi Chemicals Corporation (Japan), Danimer Scientific (US), UNITIKA LTD.(Japan), Evonik Industries (Germany), and TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC (Japan) are some of the leading players in the market. These players have adopted various growth strategies to expand their presence in the market further. New product launch, investment & expansion, and merger & acquisition have been the leading strategies adopted by the major players in the last five years to strengthen their competitiveness and broaden their customer base in the global PLA market.

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NatureWorks LLC is one of the leading manufacturer of PLA. The company has manufacturing plants in the North America, and Asia Pacific. In recent years, in recent years, NatureWorks LLC has adopted several business strategies to strengthen its position in the market. It has adopted various growth strategies, including investment & expansion, and new product launches, to maintain its position in PLA market. For instance, In June 2021, NatureWorks LLC invested USD 600 million for a PLA facility in Thailand. The company is focusing on increasing its annual PLA production capacity to 75,000 tons for Ingeo PLA grade.

Total Corbion PLA is one of the major player operating in PLA market. The company has manufacturing facilities in Asia Pacific, and planning to manufacture a new PLA production plant Europe which is expected to become operational by 2024. The company has adopted new product launch, investments & expansion, and collaboration strategies in order to broaden its product portfolio and maintain its position in the market. For instance, In October 2021, Total Corbion PLA developed a new grade of PLA derived for recycled waste as Luminy rPLA to strengthen its PLA product portfolio.

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