EUBP Releases 2025 Bioplastics Market Report, Global Production Capacity Continues to Expand

Bioplastic alternatives are now suitable for almost all traditional plastics and their applications. The report indicates that due to the steady growth of global bio-based and biodegradable polymers such as polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA), polylactic acid (PLA), bio-based polypropylene (bioPP), and bio-based polyethylene (bioPE), production capacity is expected to continue to increase significantly over the next five years.

In Europe (EU27+3), growth is primarily concentrated in additional capacities like bioproductivity (bioPP), bioPE, and public health administration (PHA), highlighting the region's strategic focus on scaling up key technologies. Bioplastics continue to diversify across various industries such as packaging, textiles and fibers, consumer goods, automotive, and agriculture. In 2025, packaging will remain the largest market segment, accounting for 41.3% (0.95 million tons) of global bioplastic production capacity—a slight decrease compared to 2024. The automotive and transportation sector continues to grow, currently reaching 240,000 tons, accounting for 10.3% of applications.

The report also compared capacity with actual production. In 2025, the average utilization rate of the global bioplastics industry is 72%, with a total capacity of 2.31 million tons and a production output of 1.67 million tons. The utilization rate varies significantly among different polymers, ranging from 28% to 100%, depending on technological maturity and market development. In Europe, the utilization rate is slightly higher, reaching 73%.

Feng·Bogrel stated, "The next stage of growth in the bioplastics market will depend on clear and stable policies that encourage innovation and investment." "As Europe re-energizes its bioeconomy agenda and clearly recognizes bioplastics, coherent regulation will be key to fully unlocking their potential across various sectors."