Polycaprolactone Market, By Form Type (Pellets/Granules and Microspheres), By Grade (High Molecular Weight PCL and Low Molecular Weight PCL), By Application (Drug Delivery Systems, Tissue Engineering, Biodegradable Packaging, 3D Printing, and Coatings and

Polycaprolactone Market, By Form Type (Pellets/Granules and Microspheres), By Grade (High Molecular Weight PCL and Low Molecular Weight PCL), By Application (Drug Delivery Systems, Tissue Engineering, Biodegradable Packaging, 3D Printing, and Coatings and Adhesives), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and Africa)


Polycaprolactone is a biodegradable thermoplastic polyester derived from epsilon-caprolactone. It is widely used to manufacture biomedical components such as implants, sutures and scaffolds. PCL has good biocompatibility, ductility and processability. When implanted in the body, it degrades gradually through hydrolysis of its ester linkages and gets metabolized or eliminated as carbon dioxide and water. The slow degradation process allows new tissue to regenerate over time. PCL also has low glass transition temperature and melts at around 60 degrees Celsius, making it compatible for processing through various techniques such as solvent casting, fibre spinning, 3D printing, and others. Owing to its biodegradable and biocompatible properties, PCL finds applications in healthcare, pharmaceutical and packaging industries.

Market Dynamics

Growing demand from the healthcare sector for biomedical applications like implants, sutures, and scaffolds can drive the polycaprolactone market growth. Rising plastic pollution and stringent regulations against non-biodegradable polymers can offer growth opportunities for biodegradable alternatives like PCL. Easy availability of raw materials and established manufacturing infrastructure can drive the market growth. However, high production costs as compared to conventional polymers can hamper the market growth. Switching to biodegradable options require changes in established manufacturing processes, and this can hamper the market growth.

Key features of the study
  • This report provides in-depth analysis of the global polycaprolactone market, and provides market size (USD Mn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2024–2031), considering 2023 as the base year
  • It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
  • This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
  • It profiles key players in the global polycaprolactone market based on the following parameters – company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
  • Key companies covered as a part of this study include Perstorp Holding AB, BASF SE, Daicel Corporation, Sigma-Aldrich (Merck KGaA), Durect Corporation, Corbion Purac, Shenzhen Esun Industrial Co., Ltd, Haihang Industries Co., Ltd, Polyscienes, Inc., SABIC, 3M Company, Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation, Solvay, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd, and LyondellBasell Industries Holdings BV
  • Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
  • Global polycaprolactone market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
  • Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global polycaprolactone market
Market Segmentation
  • Form Type Insights (Revenue, USD Mn, 2019 - 2031)
  • Pellets/Granules
  • Microspheres
  • Grade Insights (Revenue, USD Mn, 2019 - 2031)
  • High Molecular Weight PCL
  • Low Molecular Weight PCL
  • Application Insights (Revenue, USD Mn, 2019 - 2031)
  • Drug Delivery Systems
  • Tissue Engineering
  • Biodegradable Packaging
  • 3D Printing
  • Coatings and Adhesives
  • Regional Insights (Revenue, USD Mn, 2019 - 2031)
  • North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • U.K.
  • Spain
  • France
  • Italy
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • ASEAN
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • Middle East
  • GCC Countries
  • Israel
  • Rest of Middle East
  • Africa
  • South Africa
  • North Africa
  • Central Africa
  • Key Players Insights
  • Perstorp Holding AB
  • BASF SE
  • Daicel Corporation
  • Sigma-Aldrich (Merck KGaA)
  • Durect Corporation
  • Corbion Purac
  • Shenzhen Esun Industrial Co., Ltd
  • Haihang Industries Co., Ltd
  • Polyscienes, Inc.
  • SABIC
  • 3M Company
  • Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation
  • Solvay
  • Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd
  • LyondellBasell Industries Holdings BV


1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Market Snippet, By Form Type
Market Snippet, By Grade
Market Snippet, By Application
Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Restraints
PEST Analysis
PORTER’s Five Forces Analysis
Market Opportunities
Regulatory Scenario
Key Developments
Industry Trend
4. Global Polycaprolactone Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Overview
Factors Affecting the Global Polycaprolactone Market – COVID-19
Impact Analysis
5. Global Polycaprolactone Market, By Form Type, 2019-2031, (USD Mn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2031
Segment Trends
Pellets/Granules
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Microspheres
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
6. Global Polycaprolactone Market, By Grade, 2019-2031, (USD Mn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2031
Segment Trends
High Molecular Weight PCL
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Low Molecular Weight PCL
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
7. Global Polycaprolactone Market, By Application, 2019-2031, (USD Mn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2031
Segment Trends
Drug Delivery Systems
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Tissue Engineering
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Biodegradable Packaging
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
3D Printing
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
Coatings and Adhesives
Market Share Analysis, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 – 2031
Segment Trends
8. Global Polycaprolactone Market, By Region, 2019-2031, (USD Mn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2024, 2027, and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020 - 2031
North America
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2024, 2027 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Country, 2020 - 2031
Market Size and Forecast, By Form Type, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Grade, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2024, 2027 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Country, 2020 - 2031
Market Size and Forecast, By Form Type, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Grade, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2024, 2027 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Country, 2020 - 2031
Market Size and Forecast, By Form Type, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Grade, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
U.K.
Germany
Italy
France
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2024, 2027 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Country, 2020 - 2031
Market Size and Forecast, By Form Type, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Grade, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
China
India
Japan
ASEAN
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2024, 2027 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Country, 2020 - 2031
Market Size and Forecast, By Form Type, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Grade, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
Africa
Market Share Analysis, By Country/Region, 2024, 2027 and 2031 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Country/Region, 2020 - 2031
Market Size and Forecast, By Form Type, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Grade, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country/Region, 2019- 2031, (USD Mn)
South Africa
North Africa
Central Africa
9. Competitive Landscape
Heat Map Analysis
Market Share Analysis (3x3 Matrix)
Company Profiles
Perstorp Holding AB
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
BASF SE
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Daicel Corporation
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Sigma-Aldrich (Merck KGaA)
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Durect Corporation
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Corbion Purac
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Shenzhen Esun Industrial Co., Ltd
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Haihang Industries Co., Ltd
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Polyscienes, Inc.
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
SABIC
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
3M Company
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Solvay
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
LyondellBasell Industries Holdings BV
Company Overview
Product Type Portfolio
Recent Developments/Updates
10. Analyst Recommendation
Wheel of Fortune
Analyst View
Coherent Opportunity Map
11. Section
References
Research Methodology
About Us and Sales Contact
* Browse 50 market data tables* and 40 figures* on “Polycaprolactone Market” – Global forecast to 2031

Download our eBook: How to Succeed Using Market Research

Learn how to effectively navigate the market research process to help guide your organization on the journey to success.

Download eBook
Cookie Settings