North America Biodegradable Polymers Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (PLA, Starch Blends, PHA, and Others), By End-User (Packaging, Consumer Goods, Agriculture & Horticulture, Textiles, and Others), and North America Biodegradable Polymers Market Insights, Industry Trends, Forecast to 2035.

North America Biodegradable Polymers Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The North America Biodegradable Polymers Market Size Was Estimated at USD 3.04 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 22.91% from 2025 to 2035
• The North America Biodegradable Polymers Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 29.4 Billion by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the North America Biodegradable Polymers Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 29.4 Billion by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 22.91% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by increased demand for sustainable alternatives to conventional plastics across packaging, healthcare, consumer goods and environmental remediation applications.

Market Overview

Biodegradable polymers represent a polymer category that decomposes into natural materials that include water, carbon dioxide, and biomass through the process of living organisms. The use of biodegradable polymers in medicine and agriculture is currently increasing because of their compatibility and environmental benefits. Medical applications of biodegradable materials include their use in suturing, drug delivery systems, and temporary implants, which break down inside the body without needing surgical removal. The polymers which humans create and those which nature produces contain mostly ether, amide and ester functional groups.

NatureWorks and IMA announced their complete compostable coffee pod solution for the North America markets in April 2024. The strategic partnership delivers a complete coffee pod with a rigid capsule body, filter, and lidding made from Ingeo PLA biopolymer, which enables commercial brewing and production at standard line speeds to achieve better and consistent performance.

The government recommended ending the export ban on six types of SUPs, which exist with current domestic restrictions. The product is created through the combination of polyester, cellulose and starch. Aliphatic polyesters serve as the primary polymer that people use for this particular type of material.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the North America biodegradable polymers market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the North America biodegradable polymers market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the North America biodegradable polymers market.

Driving Factors

The biodegradable polymers market in North America is driven by the rising demand for biodegradable polymer market exists because people today understand environmental issues better, while new laws control plastic waste. Scientists have developed superior techniques for creating biodegradable polymers through technological advancements, which also enhance the processing and performance capabilities of these materials. The demand for biodegradable mulch films, seed coatings and encapsulated fertilizers is increasing because these products help reduce plastic waste in soil and enhance agricultural productivity.

Restraining Factors

The biodegradable polymers market in North America is hindered by the high capital investment for bio-refineries, and their development processes require intensive labor make it impossible for these materials to compete with others based on price. The critical shortage of industrial composting facilities with waste collection networks prevents proper end-of-life processing for these materials.

Market Segmentation

The North America biodegradable polymers market share is categorised into type and end-user.

• The PLA segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The North America biodegradable polymers market is segmented by type into PLA, starch blends, PHA, and others. Among these, the PLA segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the segment is driven by the material, which demonstrates outstanding performance abilities because it can be used in various fields including food packaging, textiles and medical applications. The material becomes an appealing choice for both consumers and manufacturers who seek sustainable solutions because it originates from renewable materials.

• The packaging segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.  

Based on end-user, the North America biodegradable polymers market is segmented into packaging, consumer goods, agriculture & horticulture, textiles, and others. Among these, the packaging segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is driven by the technology used in food packaging, retail and e-commerce business operations. The system uses materials including polylactic acid (PLA) and polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), which deliver performance similar to standard plastic materials while being environmentally friendly.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the North America biodegradable polymers market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies                                                                                                                  

• NatureWorks LLC
• BASF SE
• Danimer Scientific
• TotalEnergies Corbion
• Eastman Chemical Company
• Green Dot Bioplastic, Inc.
• Plantic Technologies Ltd
• Novamont S.P.A.
• Kyoga SAHs Labs
• Meros Polymers
• Diska Nulife
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Development

In November 2023, BASF launched a new biodegradable, anti-redeposition polymer. BVERDE GP 790 L is the latest addition to BASF’s comprehensive portfolio of ingredients for laundry detergent applications

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the North America, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the North America biodegradable polymers market based on the below-mentioned segments:

North America Biodegradable Polymers Market, By Type

• PLA
• Starch Blends
• PHA
• Others

North America Biodegradable Polymers Market, By End-User

• Packaging
• Consumer Goods
• Agriculture & Horticulture
• Textiles
• Others