Top Companies Shaping the Global Bioplastic Packaging Market in 2025

Published Date : 2025-Apr-16

As the world pivots toward sustainable packaging solutions, bioplastics — derived from renewable biomass sources — have carved a prominent niche in the global packaging industry.

This market is expected to surpass USD 51 billion by the end of 2025, growing at a CAGR of over 15%. Key players are not only scaling their output but also investing in research, partnerships, and regional expansions.

Let’s explore the top 10 global leaders in bioplastic packaging — their company profiles, financials, and contributions to a greener future.


 

Top Leading Companies in the Market 2025

»  NatureWorks LLC

Headquarters: Minnesota, USA

Founded: 1989

Employees: Approx. 250

Revenue (2024): $375M

NatureWorks, known for its Ingeo™ PLA biopolymer, is a pioneer in biodegradable plastics. The company is jointly owned by Cargill and PTT Global Chemical. Their innovation in packaging films and compostable materials sets the industry standard.

 

»  BASF SE

Headquarters: Ludwigshafen, Germany

Founded: 1865

Employees: Approx. 111,000 (global)

Revenue (2024): $75B (est.); Bio-packaging division approx. $1.2B

BASF’s ecovio® and Ecoflex® product lines are widely used in compostable packaging. Their R&D efforts and wide global footprint place them at the top of the sustainable packaging pyramid.

 

»  Novamont S.p.A

Headquarters: Novara, Italy

Founded: 1989

Employees: Approx. 650

Revenue (2024): $500M

Novamont’s Mater-Bi® is a market leader in starch-based bioplastics. The company integrates circular economy practices and has expanded across Europe and North America.

 

»  Braskem

Headquarters: São Paulo, Brazil

Founded: 2002

Employees: Approx. 8,000

Revenue (2024): $15B (Green division: Approx. $750M)

Braskem produces I'm green™ Polyethylene, a bio-based plastic made from sugarcane. Their green PE is widely used in cosmetics, food, and industrial packaging.

 

»  Arkema S.A.

Headquarters: Colombes, France

Founded: 2004

Employees: Approx. 21,000

Revenue (2024): $11B (Bio segment Approx. $600M)

Arkema offers Rilsan® Clear G, a bio-based transparent polymer. The company focuses on high-performance bioplastics for rigid and semi-flexible packaging.

 

»  Danimer Scientific

Headquarters: Georgia, USA

Founded: 2004

Employees: Approx. 200

Revenue (2024): $85M

Danimer is behind the PHA-based Nodax® polymer, certified marine biodegradable. They've partnered with PepsiCo and Mars to scale sustainable snack and food packaging.

 

»  Biome Bioplastics

Headquarters: Southampton, UK

Founded: 2002

Employees: Approx. 60

Revenue (2024): $25M

Focused on cellulose and starch-based alternatives, Biome serves the food, beverage, and e-commerce sectors with compostable trays, lids, and cups.

 

»  Total Corbion PLA

Headquarters: Gorinchem, Netherlands

Founded: 2016 (JV of TotalEnergies and Corbion)

Employees: Approx. 300

Revenue (2024): $350M

Their high-purity Luminy® PLA is rapidly gaining ground in rigid food packaging, electronics, and fibers.

 

» TIPA Corp Ltd.

Headquarters: Hod HaSharon, Israel

Founded: 2010

Employees: Approx. 100

Revenue (2024): $45M

TIPA's packaging mimics plastic but is fully compostable. Their clients include fashion and organic food retailers in Europe and the US.

 

»  Futerro

Headquarters: Belgium

Founded: 2003

Employees: Approx. 120

Revenue (2024): $60M

Futerro is a vertically integrated PLA producer and recycling pioneer with growing markets in Asia and the EU.

 

Regional Analysis of the Bioplastic Packaging Market (2025)

Region

Market Share (%)

Key Trends

Europe

35%

Regulatory push, composting infra, strong R&D

North America

25%

Fast-food and FMCG adoption, corporate pledges

Asia-Pacific

30%

Manufacturing hubs (China, India), rapid urbanization

Latin America

6%

Sugarcane-based PE, Brazil’s leadership

Middle East & Africa

4%

Nascent stage, focus on exports

  

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