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Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market by Type (Short chain length, Medium Chain Lenth), Production Methods (Sugar Fermentation, Vegetable Oil Fermentation), Application (Packaging & Food Services, Biomedical), and Region - Global Forecast to 2028

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Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) Market by Type (Short chain length, Medium Chain Lenth), Production Methods (Sugar Fermentation, Vegetable Oil Fermentation), Application (Packaging & Food Services, Biomedical), and Region - Global Forecast to 2028



In terms of value, the PHA market size is projected to increase from USD 93 million in 2023 to USD 195 million by 2028, at a CAGR of 15.9%. . The rising strict regulations and safety concerns towards environment and harmful effects of conventional plastics is driving the growth for PHA market. Developed regions such as Europe and North America are introducing strict regulations, which can provide productive opportunities for the market. The key manufacturers of the PHAs are integrating technologies to improve the quality of products.

“By application, biomedical reported as second-largest market share for PHA market, in terms of volume, in 2022.”

Plastics are being progressively employed in the production of biomedical materials and for applications in drug delivery systems. The choice of synthetic or bio-based plastics depends on the desired properties and appropriate for the intended purpose. Generally used synthetic plastics in this field include PE, PS, PVC, and PP, while biodegradable options include PLA and PHA. The mechanical properties of these materials play a crucial role in ensuring their compatibility with various medical applications, such as tissue engineering and wound treatment. Moreover, advancements in plastic technology continue to drive innovation in the biomedical field, aiming to improve patient outcomes and enhance medical procedures.

“Sugar fermentation is expected to be the second-fastest growing application for PHA market during the forecast period, in terms of value”

Sugar fermentation is a broadly implemented production method for PHA, mainly due to the lavish accessibility and ease of consumption and conversion of raw materials such as sugarcane, beet, molasses, and bagasse by bacteria to produce PHA. This method is estimated to exhibit a significant compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in terms of value during the forecast period. Additionally, the utilization of sugar fermentation for PHA production offers the advantage of utilizing agricultural by-products and waste streams, contributing to a more sustainable and resource-efficient approach.

“Europe is largest and projected to be the fastest growing region for PHA market, in terms of value, during the forecast period”

Europe has played a pioneering role in the development and adoption of biodegradable plastics, with a strong emphasis on sustainable packaging practices. The region has witnessed a notable rise in environmental awareness, leading to the implementation of stringent laws and regulations. These regulations, in turn, have spurred the establishment of advanced biological waste treatment facilities, providing efficient solutions for managing waste in an environmentally friendly manner. Consequently, Europe's proactive approach towards addressing environmental concerns and promoting sustainable practices has set a benchmark for other regions to follow.

By Company Type: Tier 1 - 69%, Tier 2 - 23%, and Tier 3 - 8%

By Designation: C-Level - 23%, Director Level - 37%, and Others - 40%

By Region: North America - 30%, Europe - 18%, Asia Pacific - 41%, Rest of the World – 11%

The key players profiled in the report include Danimer Scientific (US), Shenzhen Ecomann Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (China), Kaneka Corporation (Japan), RWDC Industries (Singapore), Newlight Technologies LLC (US), TianAn Biologic Materials Co., Ltd. (China), and Biomer (Germany).

Research Coverage

This report segments the market for PHA based on type, production method, application, and region and provides estimations of volume (ton) and value (USD million) for the overall market size across various regions. A detailed analysis of key industry players has been conducted to provide insights into their business overviews, services, key strategies, new product launches, expansions, and mergers & acquisition associated with the market for PHA market.

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This research report is focused on various levels of analysis — industry analysis (industry trends), market share analysis of top players, and company profiles, which together provide an overall view on the competitive landscape; emerging and high-growth segments of the PHA market; high-growth regions; and market drivers, restraints, and opportunities.

The report provides insights on the following pointers:

Analysis of key drivers (Green procurement policies, Extreme suitability of renewable and lucrative raw materials, Biodegradability driving consumption, Growing concerns about human health and safety), restraints (Extreme price compared to conventional polymers, Performance issues), opportunities (Growing scope in end-use segments, Progress of new raw materials, Cost lessening through economies of scale, Cyanobacteria empowering cost reduction, Development opportunities in Asia Pacific), and challenges (Manufacturing technology in preliminary phase, Underutilization of PHA manufacturing plants, Exclusive and intricate production process) influencing the growth of the PHA market

Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product & service launches in the PHA market

Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on coated fabrics offered by top players in the global market

Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product & service launches in the PHA market

Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative emerging markets — the report analyzes the markets for PHA across regions

Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products, untapped regions, and recent developments in the global PHA market

Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, strategies, products, and manufacturing capabilities of leading players in the PHA market


1 Introduction
1.1 Study Objectives
1.2 Market Definition
1.2.1 Inclusions & Exclusions
1.2.2 Definition And Inclusions
Table 1 Definition And Inclusions, By Type
Table 2 Definition And Inclusions, By Production Method
Table 3 Definition And Inclusions, By Application
1.3 Market Scope
1.3.1 Regions Covered
1.3.2 Years Considered
1.4 Currency Considered
1.5 Units Considered
1.6 Stakeholders
1.7 Summary Of Changes
2 Research Methodology
2.1 Research Data
Figure 1 Pha Market: Research Design
2.1.1 Secondary Data
2.1.2 Primary Data
2.1.2.1 Primary Interviews: Demand And Supply Sides
2.1.2.2 Key Industry Insights
2.1.2.3 Breakdown Of Primary Interviews
2.2 Market Size Estimation
2.2.1 Bottom-up Approach
Figure 2 Market Size Estimation: Bottom-up Approach 2 (Demad Side-products Sold And Average Selling Price)
Figure 3 Market Size Estimation: Bottom-up Approach 1 (Supply Side-combined Share Of Major Players)
Figure 4 Market Size Estimation: Bottom-up Approach 2 (Supply Side-combined Share Of Major Players)
2.2.2 Top-down Approach
Figure 5 Market Size Estimation Approach 3: Top-down
2.3 Data Triangulation
Figure 6 Pha Market: Data Triangulation
2.4 Growth Rate Assumptions
2.4.1 Supply Side
Figure 7 Cagr Projections From Supply Side
2.4.2 Demand Side
Figure 8 Projections From Demand Side: Drivers And Opportunities
2.5 Factor Analysis
2.6 Research Assumptions
2.7 Research Limitations
2.8 Risk Assesment
Table 4 Pha Market: Risk Assessment
3 Executive Summary
Figure 9 Short Chain Length Segment To Lead Pha Market During Forecast Period
Figure 10 Packaging & Food Services Application Accounted For Largest Share In 2022
Figure 11 Europe Accounted For Largest Share Of Pha Market
4 Premium Insights
4.1 Attractive Opportunities For Players In Pha Market
Figure 12 Packaging & Food Services And Biomedical Offer Significant Opportunities
4.2 Europe: Pha Market, By Application And Country
Figure 13 Germany Led European Pha Market
4.3 Pha Market, By Production Method
Figure 14 Sugar Fermentation Production Method To Dominate Market
4.4 Pha Market, By Region
Figure 15 Europe To Be Fastest-growing Pha Market
4.5 Pha Market, Region Vs. Application
Figure 16 Packaging And Food Services Application Led Pha Market In 2022
4.6 Italy To Be Fastest-growing Pha Market During Forecast Period
5 Market Overview
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Market Dynamics
Figure 17 Drivers, Restraints, Opportunities, And Challenges In Pha Market
5.2.1 Drivers
5.2.1.1 Green Procurement Policies
Table 5 North American And European Union Regulations
5.2.1.2 High Availability Of Renewable And Cost-effective Raw Materials
5.2.1.3 Environmental Concerns Or Biodegradability Of Pha
Figure 18 Shortcomings Of Non-biodegradable Waste Disposal Methods
5.2.1.4 Increasing Concerns About Human Health And Safety
Table 6 Conventional Plastics: Health Concerns
5.2.2 Restraints
5.2.2.1 High Price Compared To Conventional Polymers
5.2.2.2 Performance Issues
5.2.3 Opportunities
5.2.3.1 Increasing Scope In End-use Segments
5.2.3.2 Emergence Of New Raw Materials
5.2.3.3 Cost Reductions Through Economies Of Scale
5.2.3.4 Cyanobacteria Enabling Cost Reduction
5.2.3.5 Growth Opportunities In Asia Pacific
5.2.4 Challenges
5.2.4.1 Manufacturing Technology In Initial Phase
5.2.4.2 Underutilization Of Manufacturing Plants
Table 7 Pha Production Capacity, By Company, 2022 (Tons/Year)
5.2.4.3 Expensive And Complex Production Process
5.3 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Figure 19 Pha Market: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5.3.1 Threat Of Substitutes
5.3.2 Threat Of New Entrants
5.3.3 Bargaining Power Of Suppliers
5.3.4 Bargaining Power Of Buyers
5.3.5 Intensity Of Competitive Rivalry
Table 8 Pha Market: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5.4 Macroeconomic Indicators
5.4.1 Gdp Trends & Forecasts
Table 9 Gdp Trends & Forecasts, By Major Economy, 2020–2028 (Usd Billion)
6 Industry Trends
6.1 Supply Chain Analysis
Figure 20 Pha Market: Supply Chain Analysis
6.1.1 Raw Material
6.1.2 Fermentation
6.1.3 Extraction
6.1.4 End-use Industries
6.2 Key Stakeholders And Buying Criteria
6.2.1 Key Stakeholders In Buying Process
Figure 21 Influence Of Stakeholders For Top Three Applications
Table 10 Stakeholder Influence On Buying Process For Top Three Applications (%)
6.2.2 Buying Criteria
Figure 22 Key Buying Criteria For Top Three Applications
Table 11 Key Buying Criteria For Top Three Applications
6.3 Pricing Analysis
6.3.1 Average Selling Price, By Application
Figure 23 Average Selling Price, By Application
Table 12 Average Selling Price Of Top Three Applications, By Key Player (Usd/Kg)
6.3.2 Average Selling Price, By Region
Figure 24 Average Selling Price, By Region (Usd/Kg)
Table 13 Average Selling Price, By Region (Usd/Kg)
6.4 Trends And Disruptions Impacting Customer Business
Figure 25 Revenue Shift For Pha Market
6.5 Ecosystem Mapping
Table 14 Ecosystem Mapping
Figure 26 Ecosystem Mapping
6.6 Technology Analysis
Figure 27 Different Substrates Utilized For Pha Production
6.6.1 Commercialized Technologies
Table 15 Commercialized And To Be Commercialized Technologies, Types, And Production Methods
6.6.2 Pha Production In Biorefineries
6.6.3 Pha To Be Commercialized
6.6.4 Other Possibilities
6.7 Case Study Analysis
6.7.1 Biodegradable Straws
6.7.2 Sustainable Packaging
6.7.3 Biodegradable Spirit Bottles
6.8 Trade Data Statistics
6.8.1 Import Scenario Of Pha
Figure 28 Import Of Pha, By Key Country (2015–2022)
Table 16 Import Of Pha, By Region, 2015–2022 (Usd Thousand)
6.8.2 Export Scenario Of Pha
Figure 29 Export Of Pha, By Key Country (2015–2022)
Table 17 Export Of Pha, By Region, 2015–2022 (Usd Thousand)
6.9 Regulatory Landscape
Table 18 Regulatory Authorities For Pha
Table 19 Regulations For Pha
6.9.1 Reach
6.10 Key Conferences & Events In 2023--2024
Table 20 Pha Market: Conferences & Events
6.11 Patent Analysis
6.11.1 Approach
6.11.2 Document Type
Table 21 Granted Patents Accounted For 30% Of All Patents In Last 11 Years
Figure 30 Patents Registered For Pha Market, 2012–2022
Figure 31 Patent Publication Trends For Pha Market, 2012–2022
Figure 32 Legal Status Of Patents
6.11.3 Jurisdiction Analysis
Figure 33 Maximum Patents Filed By Companies In Us
6.11.4 Top Applicants
Figure 34 Procter & Gamble Registered Maximum Number Of Patents Between 2012 And 2022
Table 22 Patents By Procter & Gamble Company
Table 23 Patents By Pioneer Hi-bred International, Inc.
Table 24 Top 10 Patent Owners In Us, 2012–2022
7 Sources And Processes Of Pha Production
7.1 General Production Process
Figure 35 Process Flow Of Pha Production
7.2 Sugar Substrate Or Carbohydrates From Plants
Figure 36 Sugar Substrates For Pha Production
7.3 Triacylglycerols
7.4 Hydrocarbons
Figure 37 Hydrocarbon Substrates
7.5 Strain Selection
Table 25 Bacterium Strains And Output
7.6 Bioprocess And Downstream Process
7.6.1 Fermentation Process
7.6.1.1 Discontinuous Process
7.6.1.1.1 Batch Process
7.6.1.1.2 Fed-batch Process
7.6.1.1.3 Fed-batch Process With Cell Recycling
7.6.1.1.4 Repeated Fed-batch
7.6.1.2 Continuous Process
7.6.1.2.1 Continuous Fed-batch Process
7.6.1.2.2 One-stage Chemostat
7.6.1.2.3 Two-stage Chemostat
7.6.1.2.4 Multi-stage Chemostat
7.6.2 Extraction Process
Figure 38 Extraction Process Flow
8 Production Capacity Analysis
Table 26 Current Production Capacities (Ton)
Table 27 Upcoming Players
Table 28 Discontinued Or Stalled Production
9 Polyhydroxyalkanoate (Pha) Market, By Type
9.1 Introduction
Figure 39 Short Chain Length Segment To Account For Larger Share During Forecast Period
Table 29 Pha Market, By Type, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 30 Pha Market, By Type, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 31 Pha Market, By Type, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 32 Pha Market, By Type, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
9.2 Short Chain Length
9.2.1 Polyhydroxyvalerate (Phv)
9.2.1.1 Increasing Use Of Copolymers To Drive Market
9.2.2 P (4hb-co-3hb)
9.2.2.1 Excellent Physical And Mechanical Properties To Drive Market
9.2.3 P (3hb-co-3hv)
9.2.3.1 Increasing Use In Packaging Films, Blow-molded Bottles, Medical And Disposable Personal Hygiene To Drive Market
9.2.4 Others
Table 33 Short Chain Length Pha Market, By Region, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 34 Short Chain Length Pha Market, By Region, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 35 Short Chain Length Pha Market, By Region, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 36 Short Chain Length Pha Market, By Region, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
9.3 Medium Chain Length
9.3.1 P (Hydroxybutyrate-co-hydroxyoctanoate)
9.3.1.1 High Tensile Strength, Low Brittleness, And Highly Refined Physical And Mechanical Properties To Drive Market
9.3.2 P (3hb-co-3hv-co-4hb)
9.3.2.1 High Mechanical Strength To Drive Market
9.3.3 Others
9.3.3.1 Increasing Demand From Medical And Biotechnology Fields To Drive Market
Table 37 Medium Chain Length Pha Market, By Region, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 38 Medium Chain Length Pha Market, By Region, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 39 Medium Chain Length Pha Market, By Region, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 40 Medium Chain Length Pha Market, By Region, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
10 Polyhydroxyalkanoate (Pha) Market, By Production Method
10.1 Introduction
Figure 40 Sugar Fermentation Production Method To Lead Market During Forecast Period
Table 41 Pha Market, By Production Method, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 42 Pha Market, By Production Method, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 43 Pha Market, By Production Method, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 44 Pha Market, By Production Method, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
11 Polyhydroxyalkanoate (Pha) Market, By Application
11.1 Introduction
Figure 41 Packaging & Food Services Segment To Account For Largest Share During Forecast Period
Table 45 Pha Market, By Application, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 46 Pha Market, By Application, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 47 Pha Market, By Application, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 48 Pha Market, By Application, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
11.2 Packaging & Food Services
11.2.1 Packaging
11.2.1.1 Rigid Packaging
11.2.1.1.1 High Durability, Tamper-resistance, Lightweight, And Low Cost, To Drive Market
11.2.1.2 Flexible Packaging
11.2.1.2.1 Replacement For Petroleum-based Plastics To Drive Market
11.2.1.3 Others Packaging
11.2.1.3.1 Loose-fill
11.2.1.3.2 Compost Bags
11.2.2 Food Services
11.2.2.1 Cups
11.2.2.1.1 Increasing Use Of Biodegradable Disposable Products To Drive Market
11.2.2.2 Trays
11.2.2.2.1 Increasing Demand For Sustainable Trays To Drive Market
11.2.2.3 Other Food Services
11.2.2.3.1 Containers
11.2.2.3.2 Jars
Table 49 Pha Market In Packaging & Food Services Application, By Region, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 50 Pha Market In Packaging & Food Services Application, By Region, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 51 Pha Market In Packaging & Food Services Application, By Region, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 52 Pha Market In Packaging & Food Services Application, By Region, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
11.3 Biomedical
11.3.1 Sutures
11.3.1.1 High Tensile Strength To Drive Market
11.3.2 Drug Release
11.3.2.1 Biocompatibility For Drug Carrier Applications To Drive Market
11.3.3 Other Biomedical Applications
Table 53 Pha Market In Biomedical Application, By Region, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 54 Pha Market In Biomedical Application, By Region, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 55 Pha Market In Biomedical Application, By Region, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 56 Pha Market In Biomedical Application, By Region, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
11.4 Agriculture
11.4.1 Mulch Films
11.4.1.1 Extensive Use By Farmers To Drive Market
11.4.2 Plant Pots
11.4.2.1 Plant Pots Help During Stages Of Plant Growth
11.4.3 Other Agricultural Applications
11.4.3.1 Bins
11.4.3.2 Chutes
11.4.3.3 Hoppers
Table 57 Pha Market In Agriculture Application, By Region, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 58 Pha Market In Agriculture Application, By Region, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 59 Pha Market In Agriculture Application, By Region, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 60 Pha Market In Agriculture Application, By Region, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
11.5 Others
11.5.1 Wastewater Treatment
11.5.2 Cosmetics
11.5.3 Chemical Additives
11.5.4 3d Printing
Table 61 Pha Market In Other Applications, By Region, 2017–2021 (Ton)
Table 62 Pha Market In Other Applications, By Region, 2022–2028 (Ton)
Table 63 Pha Market In Other Applications, By Region, 2017–2021 (Usd Million)
Table 64 Pha Market In Other Applications, By Region, 2022–2028 (Usd Million)
12 Polyhydroxyalkanoate (Pha) Market, By Region
12.1 Introduction

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