Polycaprolactone Market Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2030

The global polycaprolactone market size was worth around USD 950.87 million in 2022 and is predicted to grow to around USD 1,124.39 million by 2030 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 9.84% between 2023 and 2030.

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Global Polycaprolactone Market: Overview

Polycaprolactone is produced via ring-opening polymerization of caprolactone. It is a biodegradable polyester, and its common uses include the manufacturing of thermoplastic polyurethane. It is also a fossil-based semi-crystalline polyester with crystallinity and molecular weight in indirect proportion. Physical properties of polycaprolactone include low viscosity, high biodegradability, biocompatibility, and easy capability to melt easily. It is derived via crude oil synthesis and can easily be degraded by anaerobic and aerobic microorganisms. It is also used in elastomers, sealants, adhesives, and coatings. The polycaprolactone-based product is widely used by end-users as they are ideal for a wide range of healthcare applications.

Global Polycaprolactone Market: Growth Factors

The global polycaprolactone market is likely to witness an exponential growth rate as polycaprolactone is one of the attractive compounds in the biodegradable polyester sector. Polycaprolactone will be widely adopted for the formulation of thermoplastic polyurethane. One of the major factors for the wide adoption of polycaprolactone in the raw material segment is the synthesis of thermoplastic polyurethane for its ideal properties, low-temperature flexibility, adhesion, UV resistance, chemical resistance, wear resistance, oil & grease resistance, and better hydrophobic characteristics.

Additionally, the biodegradable nature of polycaprolactone helps the healthcare sector in a wide range of applications like wound dressing, drug delivery, orthopedic, and implants. Also, the growing approvals by different government bodies with the usage of polycaprolactone in the healthcare sector are likely to fuel the growth of the global polycaprolactone market. The surge in demand for eco-friendly plastic packaging products, particularly in the food & beverage and agriculture films sector, is further likely to strengthen its demand globally. However, the advent of unique concepts like osteobotics is also likely to fuel the growth of the global market. The outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic significantly affected the growth of the global polycaprolactone market, but growing efforts by market leaders along with surging investments and innovations of advanced technology are likely to offer speedy recovery to the global market in the forthcoming years.

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Global Polycaprolactone Market: Segmentation

The global polycaprolactone market can be segmented into application, production method, form, and region.

By application, the market can be segmented into healthcare, thermoplastic polyurethane, and others. The thermoplastic polyurethane segment holds the largest share in the global market as it imparts enhanced toughness and flexibility to TPU.

By production method, the market can be segmented into polycondensation of carboxylic acid and ring-opening polymerization. The ring-opening polymerization method swipes the largest share in the global market due to its high adoption rate because not a single molecule is given out as waste, thereby resulting in the 100% yield without any byproduct production.

By form, the market can be segmented into microsphere, nanosphere, and pellets. The pellet segment accounts for the largest share in the global polycaprolactone market as it is widely used as raw material in the production process of thermoplastic polyurethane. Also, the demand for platforms is growing due to the increased polyurethane production activities. It further assists in manufacturing the film with expected solution concentration and thickness.

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Global Polycaprolactone Market: Regional analysis

Asia Pacific accounts for the largest share in the global polycaprolactone market due to the presence of a large number of chemical factories and midsize companies in the region. Also, the high rate of urbanization and industrialization will also positively influence the growth of the regional market. Market leaders are increasing their investments in biomedical sectors and also adopting advanced technology to fuel the production of polycaprolactone.

North America is also an emerging region in the global polycaprolactone market due to the ongoing research activities and innovations in the regional market.

Global Polycaprolactone Market: Competitive Players

• Shenzhen Polymtek Biomaterial Co. Ltd.
• Shenzhen eSUN Industrial Co. Ltd.
• Polysciences Inc.
• Perstorp Holding AB Otto Chemie Pvt. Ltd.
• Haihang Industry Co. Ltd.
• Daicel Corporation

Global Polycaprolactone Market: Segment Analysis

By Form

• Microsphere
• Nanosphere
• Pellets

By Production Method

• Polycondensation Of Carboxylic Acid
• Ring-Opening Polymerization

By Application

• Healthcare
• Thermoplastic Polyurethane
• Others

By Region

• North America
  • The U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • France 
  • The UK
  • Spain
  • Germany
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Southeast Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa