Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market Analysis: Trends, Growth, and Competition

Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market Projected to Expand at 16% CAGR Through 2026

The Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of around 16% during the forecast period, i.e., 2021-26. The major factors attributing to the polylactic acid market growth are rising adoption of biodegradable products and surging price competitiveness compared to petrochemical-based plastic. In addition, polylactic acid is lightweight & extensively used in manufacturing a wide range of additives that can be blended with other materials, which, in turn, propels the overall market growth.

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Strategic Takeaways from the Report:

Market Sizing and Forecasting
Regulatory and Policy Influence
Competitive Trends and M&A Activity
Innovation Drivers and Disruptive Technologies
Investment Hotspots and Emerging Niches
Geographical Dynamics and Trade Flows

Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market Segment Overview & Classification

This market is categorized to offer targeted insights across various operational and consumer-related verticals.

Segment List:

By Product Form

Films and Sheets
Coatings
Fibers
Other Product Forms

Based on the product form, films & sheets acquired the largest share of the Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market in the historical period and are expected to maintain their leading position during 2021-26. The packaging industry is considered the major end-user of polylactic acid, where the demand for sheets & films is significantly high. With the benefit of the low permeability of film derived from starch, Polylactic Acid acts as a suitable material for food packaging applications.

By Application

Agriculture
Electronics
Packaging
Textiles
Transport
Others

Amongst all applications, the Packaging industry has accounted for the largest share of the Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market. The rising awareness regarding the harmful impact of traditional plastics on the environment and mounting demand for affordable, recyclable, & eco-friendly materials in the packaging industry is driving the demand for polylactic acid for packaging applications.

By Raw-Material

Corn
Sugarcane & Sugar Beet
Cassava
Other Raw Material

By Country

China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia & New Zealand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Others.

Amongst all countries, China is significantly contributing to the growth of the Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market. In 2017, the Chinese government announced a ban on importing most plastic waste since non-biodegradable plastic waste pollutes waterways & harms agricultural fields. Besides, in 2020, the government also announced to restrict & ban the utilization of non-biodegradable plastic goods. Consequently, rising initiatives by the Chinese government to control pollution by promoting the usage of biodegradable products that can be recycled are leading to the increasing demand for polylactic acid in China.

These divisions help clarify demand patterns and expected shifts.

Market Opportunities

Easy Availability of Raw Materials - Corn, sugarcane, wheat, etc., are the most prominent crops required for manufacturing polylactic acid. These are renewable crops & easily available in countries like India, Indonesia, Thailand, etc., where India & China are amongst the major producers, owing to the massive production of these crops. It results in their easy availability & access for the polylactic acid manufacturers. Due to this, many companies are taking several initiatives toward establishing their manufacturing plants across Asia-Pacific and, in turn, driving the market.

Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market Competitive Snapshot from 2021-2026

The report highlights established and emerging players in the global Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Market, evaluating their strengths, challenges, and potential for innovation.

Key Competitors Include:

Natureworks Llc
BASF
Mitsubishi Chemical Holding Corporation
Futerro Sa
Green Dot Bioplastics
Total Corbion Pla.

Their activities include partnerships, product launches, and geographic expansions.

Asia-Pacific Polylactic Acid Industry Prime Challenge

High Costs of Polylactic Acid Compared to Conventional Plastics - The costs of Polylactic Acid-based products are relatively higher than conventional plastics. The development of polymerization & processing technologies, various government regulations, and variations in raw material supply are the major factors that impact the prices of polylactic acid. The production of polylactic acid, which surpasses the expenses of producing fossil-based plastics, generally involves raw material extraction, glucose extraction, fermentation, and polymerization. Since these different production steps & inputs are highly essential, it affects the overall cost structure of polylactic acid. Hence, these high costs might restrain the growth of the Polylactic Acid Market across Asia-Pacific in the coming years.

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