| Product Code: ETC4514260 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
The biodegradable films market in Saudi Arabia involves the production and use of films made from biodegradable materials, offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic films.
The biodegradable films market is expanding as industries and consumers seek sustainable packaging and agricultural films that can decompose naturally. Biodegradable films are used in applications like packaging and mulching. With a focus on reducing environmental impact and plastic waste, the demand for biodegradable films is on the rise in Saudi Arabia.
Challenges in the biodegradable films market involve achieving consistent film properties and degradation rates, addressing concerns related to film strength and biodegradability, and optimizing film formulations for various applications. Developing biodegradable films that offer both durability and environmental friendliness poses significant challenges.
The biodegradable films market encountered disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly in food packaging and agriculture. Recovery is associated with the revival of sustainable packaging and the demand for films that decompose naturally.
Key players in the Saudi Arabia biodegradable films market include NatureWorks LLC, Novamont S.p.A., and BASF SE, offering biodegradable film solutions for packaging and agricultural applications.
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 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Overview |
3.1 Saudi Arabia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer awareness towards environmental sustainability |
4.2.2 Stringent government regulations promoting the use of biodegradable products |
4.2.3 Growing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High production costs compared to traditional plastic films |
4.3.2 Limited availability of raw materials for biodegradable films production |
4.3.3 Lack of widespread infrastructure for composting and recycling biodegradable films |
5 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Trends |
6 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market, By Types |
6.1 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By PLA, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By Starch Blends, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By Biodegradable Polyesters, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By PHA, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture & Horticulture, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetic & Personal Care Products Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial Packaging, 2021-2031F |
7 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of companies adopting biodegradable film packaging solutions |
8.2 Growth rate of the biodegradable films market in Saudi Arabia |
8.3 Number of new product launches using biodegradable films |
8.4 Investment in research and development for improving biodegradable film technology |
8.5 Percentage of waste diversion through composting or recycling of biodegradable films |
9 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Saudi Arabia Biodegradable Films Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |