Product Code: ETC4488310 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
Polyglycolic acid (PGA) is primarily used in medical applications, such as sutures and other biodegradable devices, due to its biocompatibility and resorbable properties. The UK market is driven by the increasing adoption of minimally invasive surgical procedures and the demand for advanced medical devices. PGA`s application is also expanding into packaging and agricultural sectors due to its biodegradability, aligning with the trend towards sustainable materials.
In the UK, the polyglycolic acid market is driven by its applications in biomedical and packaging sectors due to its biodegradability and high strength. Increasing adoption of sustainable and bio-based materials in medical implants and sutures, coupled with advancements in production techniques, supports market growth.
The UK polyglycolic acid market encounters challenges related to material purity, scalability, and industrial adoption. Addressing demand for biodegradable and high-strength polyglycolic acid polymers in medical, packaging, and textile industries while ensuring material performance and recyclability poses significant challenges. Innovating cost-effective production processes, enhancing polymer melt spinning technologies, and promoting sustainable end-of-life solutions are critical for market competitiveness and growth.
In the UK, the polyglycolic acid (PGA) market is shaped by regulations that promote biodegradability and sustainability. Government policies encourage the use of PGA, a bio-based polymer, in applications such as medical sutures and packaging materials. Regulations mandate compliance with environmental standards for PGA production and support research into advanced manufacturing techniques to improve PGA`s performance and environmental footprint.
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 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Overview |
3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Trends |
6 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market, By Types |
6.1 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market, By Form |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Form, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Fibers, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Films, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market, By End Use Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Medical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil & Gas, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021-2031F |
7 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Kingdom (UK) Polyglycolic Acid Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |