| Product Code: ETC6191875 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The starch blends biodegradable plastic market in Australia is closely related to the starch blended biodegradable polymer sector but often focuses more specifically on plastic applications. These blends improve the flexibility and durability of starch-based plastics, facilitating wider use in food packaging, disposable cutlery, and bags. Investment in research to address challenges such as moisture sensitivity helps accelerate adoption.
The market for starch blends biodegradable plastics in Australia is evolving with increased emphasis on reducing plastic pollution. These materials offer the combined benefits of starch`s biodegradability and synthetic polymer performance. Rising investments in R&D focus on improving starch-polymer compatibility and product durability. Consumer preferences for sustainable packaging and government policies banning single-use plastics act as strong market drivers. Nonetheless, market penetration is dependent on further cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
In the starch blends biodegradable plastic market, the primary hurdles include balancing biodegradability with performance characteristics to meet industry standards. Market penetration is hindered by competition from petrochemical-based plastics that are often cheaper and more established. Supply chain disruptions affecting starch availability and the absence of standardized composting facilities limit effective disposal and recycling of these plastics.
With strong governmental backing for plastic alternatives, starch blends biodegradable plastic has investment promise in consumer packaging, food service, and logistics. Investors could benefit from acquiring or upgrading processing infrastructure, investing in biopolymer compounding technologies, or entering into partnerships with local councils to supply biodegradable bags and containers.
The governments policies targeting circular economy growth and plastic pollution control have created a conducive environment for starch blends biodegradable plastic development. Agencies such as the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) and state environmental departments offer support in the form of pilot program funding, industry collaboration platforms, and eco-labeling schemes. These efforts aim to scale up biodegradable plastic production and adoption across sectors.
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 Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer awareness and demand for environmentally friendly products |
4.2.2 Stringent government regulations promoting the use of biodegradable plastics |
4.2.3 Growing adoption of sustainable practices by businesses and industries |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High production costs associated with starch blends biodegradable plastics |
4.3.2 Limited availability and access to raw materials for manufacturing |
4.3.3 Lack of standardized testing methods and certifications for biodegradable plastics |
5 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Trends |
6 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By PLA, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Biodegradable Polyesters, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By PHA, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market, By Technology |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Blow Molding, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Extrusion, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Injection Molding, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market, By End Use Industry |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging and Bags, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture and Horticulture, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenues & Volume, By Textile, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of businesses implementing biodegradable packaging solutions |
8.2 Rate of adoption of starch blends biodegradable plastics in key industries |
8.3 Environmental impact measurement of biodegradable plastic usage |
8.4 Innovation and RD investment in biodegradable plastics technology |
8.5 Percentage of waste diverted from landfills through biodegradable plastics adoption |
9 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Opportunity Assessment, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Starch Blends Biodegradable Plastic Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |