| Product Code: ETC4488336 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
The polyglycolic acid (PGA) market in Australia is experiencing growth as industries such as medical devices, packaging, and oil & gas seek high-performance biodegradable polymers. PGAs superior strength, hydrolytic stability, and biocompatibility make it ideal for applications like surgical sutures, bioresorbable stents, and sustainable packaging. Technological advancements in polymerization and cost reduction strategies are supporting market expansion.
The polyglycolic acid market in Australia is growing due to increasing demand for biodegradable polymers in medical, packaging, and oil and gas industries. Rising focus on reducing plastic waste and improving product performance is driving market growth. Enhanced focus on expanding production capacity and improving product cost efficiency is supporting market performance.
The polyglycolic acid market in Australia faces challenges from high production costs and limited availability of raw materials. Competition from other biodegradable polymers and synthetic plastics creates market pressure. Regulatory barriers and the need for specialized processing infrastructure further complicate market growth.
The Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market offers growth opportunities due to increasing demand for biodegradable plastics and surgical sutures. Investment opportunities include developing cost-effective production methods, improving mechanical properties, and expanding into medical and packaging sectors.
The Australian government regulates the production and use of polyglycolic acid (PGA) under the Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme (AICIS). PGA is primarily used in medical sutures and biodegradable plastics, which must meet safety standards under the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989 and the Environmental Protection Act 1997. Imports and production of PGA require detailed registration and compliance with chemical safety standards under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for biodegradable materials in various industries |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about environmental sustainability |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in polyglycolic acid production processes |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High production costs associated with polyglycolic acid |
4.3.2 Lack of awareness among consumers about the benefits of polyglycolic acid |
4.3.3 Limited availability of raw materials for polyglycolic acid production |
5 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Trends |
6 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market, By Form |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Form, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Fibers, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Films, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market, By End Use Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Medical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil & Gas, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021-2031F |
7 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in new polyglycolic acid technologies |
8.2 Percentage of companies adopting polyglycolic acid in their product offerings |
8.3 Number of patents filed for polyglycolic acid applications |
8.4 Environmental impact assessments related to polyglycolic acid production and usage |
8.5 Percentage of waste materials recycled or reused in polyglycolic acid manufacturing |
9 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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