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Bio-plasticizers Market to Expand to 650.94 Kilotons by 2031 | Citrates, ESBO, and Castor Oil Drive Industry Trends | Says Mordor Intelligence

02-09-2026 01:53 PM CET | Chemicals & Materials

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Bio-plasticizers Market Size & Share | Mordor Intelligence

Bio-plasticizers Market Size & Share | Mordor Intelligence

Mordor Intelligence has published a new report on the Bio-plasticizers Market, offering a comprehensive analysis of trends, growth drivers, and future projections.

The global Bio-plasticizers Market is expected to expand steadily from an estimated 478.92 kilotons in 2026 to 650.94 kilotons by 2031, reflecting a CAGR of 6.33%.

Get expert-backed research and strategic insights with complete analysis here - https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/bio-plasticizers-market?utm_source=openpr

Bio-plasticizers Market Driving Factors

Regulatory Push Against Phthalates: Stringent restrictions on phthalates in the U.S., Europe, and Asia have accelerated the adoption of bio-plasticizers. The U.S. EPA's ban on eight phthalates in consumer goods, Europe's REACH updates, and Japan's limits on phthalate migration in food-contact films are driving brand owners to switch to citrate esters and epoxidized soybean oil (ESBO).

Expansion of Wire and Cable Applications: Wire and cable insulation represents a major segment, particularly in Asia-Pacific, where utilities are modernizing grids to meet low-smoke, halogen-free standards. Epoxidized soybean oil is increasingly preferred due to its flame-retardant properties, while citrates and ESBO satisfy bio-content disclosure requirements in Southeast Asia.

Growth of Sustainable Packaging: Packaging is emerging as a key driver for Bio-plasticizers Market Growth. European Union regulations now require bio-content in flexible films, prompting companies like Mondi and Amcor to adopt bio-plasticizers in food, pharmaceutical, and medical-device packaging. The USDA BioPreferred program in the U.S. also supports renewable content adoption.

Performance Challenges in High-Temperature Applications: Citrate esters and ESBO show limitations above 120°C in automotive powertrain components, prompting hybrid solutions and dual-specification approaches in OEMs, especially for electric vehicles.

Bio-plasticizers Market Segmentation

By Product Type:

Epoxidized Soybean Oil (ESBO)
Castor Oil
Citrates
Succinic Acid
Other Types (Itaconic Acid, etc.)

By Raw-Material Source:

Plant Oils
Organic Acids and Anhydrides
Glycerol Esters
Others (Lignin-Based Compounds, etc.)

By Application:

Wire and Cable
Film and Sheet
Flooring, Roofing, and Wall-Covering
Medical Devices
Consumer Goods
Other Applications (Automotive Interior Parts, etc.)

By End-User Industry:

Packaging
Building and Construction
Healthcare
Electrical and Electronics
Automotive
Consumer Products
Others (Textile, Footwear, etc.)

By Geography:

Asia-Pacific
North America
Europe
South America
Middle-East and Africa

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Key Players in the Bio-plasticizers Industry

BASF SE - ISCC PLUS-certified biomass-balanced grades

Cargill, Incorporated - vertically integrated soybean supply

Evonik Industries AG - advanced plasticizer solutions for pharmaceutical applications

Avient Corporation - specialized bio-plasticizers for automotive and medical devices

Perstorp - high-performance bio-succinic and citrate-based solutions

Conclusion

The Bio-plasticizers Market is set for steady growth through 2031, led by Asia-Pacific and supported by regulatory compliance, sustainable packaging, and adoption in automotive and medical sectors. Specialty chemistries like succinic-acid and lignin-based compounds, phthalate-free demand, and government incentives are driving expansion.

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Bio-degradable Polymers Market

The Bio-degradable Polymers Market is estimated at 1.08 million tons in 2026 and is projected to reach 2.35 million tons by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 16.78%. Growth is driven by rising environmental awareness, government regulations on plastic waste, and increasing adoption in packaging, agriculture, and consumer goods applications.
https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/bio-degradable-polymers-market?utm_source=openpr

Bioplastics Market

The Bioplastics Market is expected to grow from 2.78 million tons in 2026 to 6.18 million tons by 2031 at a CAGR of 17.33%. Expansion is supported by sustainable packaging demand, regulatory incentives for renewable materials, and rising adoption in consumer goods, automotive, and food-service industries.
https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/bioplastics-market?utm_source=openpr

Engineering Plastics Market

The Engineering Plastics Market was valued at 62.25 million tons in 2025 and is forecasted to reach 83.54 million tons by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.03%. Growth is fueled by increasing demand in automotive, electrical and electronics, and industrial applications due to their high strength, thermal stability, and durability.
https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/engineering-plastics-market?utm_source=openpr

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