As per MRFR Analysis, the Global Isosorbide Market was valued at USD 0.58 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow from USD 0.62 billion in 2025 to USD 1.14 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period (2025 - 2034). The market is driven by the increasing demand for bio-based chemicals and alternatives to petroleum-based products, alongside significant R&D investments. The polymers and coating segment leads the market due to its extensive use in thermoplastics and packaging applications. North America is expected to witness the fastest growth, supported by government regulations promoting bio-based coatings.
Rising environmental concerns and demand for bioplastics are key trends driving the Isosorbide market.
Key players include Roquette Frères (France), ADM (US), Novaphene (India), Samyang Biopharmaceuticals Corp., Inc (South Korea), and Par Pharmaceutical (US).
Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review
Isosorbide generated from starch is a sustainable substitute for synthetic polymers. This factor is anticipated to have a beneficial impact on product demand. Increasing demand for bioplastics is projected to boost the market CAGR. The initiatives taken by the United States Department of Agriculture to encourage ecologically friendly products are projected to increase the overall demand for bioplastics. Government initiatives and regulatory support are likely to promote environmentally friendly chemical production. ly, epoxy resins made from Isosorbide are gaining appeal in the biomedical industry, medication delivery devices, bone cement, and coatings. In addition, isosorbide-produced polycarbonate has uses in the electronic, construction, security, and automotive industries. In Europe, for instance, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) allows makers of bio-based/green products to create and promote environmentally sustainable bio-passed/green alternatives.
Additionally, isosorbide is made from plant feedstocks that can be renewed annually using a process that involves consecutive hydrolysis and hydrogenation steps. Hydrolysis turns plant starches into glucose, which is then transformed into sorbitol; the final step is the hydrogenation of sorbitol to Isosorbide. Over the past two decades, the production technology for Isosorbide has been optimized to reduce carbon footprint and maintain high levels of purity. To minimize waste emissions during the production of Isosorbide, producers in the sector are employing waste recycling strategies. In the next years, these advancements are anticipated to cut production costs and create growth prospects for manufacturers.
Moreover, the high cost of generating Isosorbide and biodegradable polymers is one of the primary impediments to market growth. Nonetheless, technological advancements and rising bioplastics expenditures are anticipated to drive market growth over the projection period. In addition, the adverse health effects of isosorbide derivatives are anticipated to impede the market's expansion. Thus, these factors drive the Isosorbide market revenue.
Based on application, the Isosorbide market segmentation includes polymers and coating, pharmaceuticals, and others. The polymers and coating segment dominated the market due to the large share attributed to the mounting consumption of the product in thermoplastics and packaging applications such as hot-fill containers, jars, and bottles.
Figure1: Isosorbide Market, by Application, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review
By region, the study provides market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the world. North America is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. This is due tothe government regulations to reduce VOC content in paints, and coatings are projected to drive the bio-based coatings market in this region.
Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.
Figure2: ISOSORBIDE MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (USD Billion)
Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review
Europe's Isosorbide market accounts for the second-largest market share due to the growing popularity of bio-concept cars is expected to boost the demand for isosorbide-based thermoplastics. Further, the German Isosorbide market held the largest market share, and the UK Isosorbide market was the fastest-growing market in the European region.
The Asia-Pacific Isosorbide Market will dominate this market, owing to the presence of some of the largest polymer manufacturers and a large clientele base. Moreover, China’s Isosorbide market held the largest market share, and the Indian Isosorbide market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.
Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the Isosorbide market grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking various strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. The Isosorbide industry must offer cost-effective items to expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate.
Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the Isosorbide industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. The Isosorbide industry has offered some of the most significant medical advantages in recent years. Major players in the Isosorbide market, includingRoquette Frères (France), ADM (US), Novaphene (India), Samyang Biopharmaceuticals Corp., Inc (South Korea), Par Pharmaceutical (US)., and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.
Roquette is a French-based family-owned company that produces more than 650 by-products from the starch extracted from corn, wheat, potatoes, and peas. Roquette, a pioneer in plant-based ingredients and a major pharmaceutical and nutraceutical excipients provider, has acquired Crest Cellulose, an excipient manufacturer based in India. After acquiring a majority stake in the company in 2018, Roquette can continue pursuing its aggressive growth objectives and address the expanding demand for high-quality plant-based excipients.
Cargill, Incorporated, is a privately held American food corporation based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, and incorporated in Wilmington, Delaware. Founded in 1865, it is the largest privately held corporation in the United States in terms of revenue. Cargill announced the completion of the majority acquisition of Croda's Performance Technologies and Industrial Chemicals business; the former Croda Smart Materials business is now formally part of Cargill Bioindustrial. The acquisition is the largest for Cargill's bio-industrial sector, bringing in around 750 personnel from around the globe. In addition, roughly 85 percent of the raw materials used to produce the goods added to Cargill's bio-industrial portfolio are renewable and bio-based, in line with the company's commitment to sustainability.
September 2022: Roquette, a pioneer in plant-based ingredients and a major pharmaceutical and nutraceutical excipients provider, has acquired Crest Cellulose, an excipient manufacturer based in India. After acquiring a majority stake in the company in 2018, Roquette can continue pursuing its aggressive growth objectives and address the expanding demand for high-quality plant-based excipients.
July 2022: Cargill announced the completion of the majority acquisition of Croda's Performance Technologies and Industrial Chemicals business; the former Croda Smart Materials business is now formally part of Cargill Bioindustrial. The acquisition is the largest for Cargill's bio-industrial sector, bringing in around 750 personnel from around the globe. In addition, roughly 85 percent of the raw materials used to produce the goods added to Cargill's bio-industrial portfolio are renewable and bio-based, in line with the company's commitment to sustainability.
| Report Attribute/Metric | Details |
| Market Size 2024 | USD 0.58 Billion |
| Market Size 2025 | USD 0.62 Billion |
| Market Size 2034 | USD 1.14 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) | 7% (2025-2034) |
| Base Year | 2024 |
| Market Forecast Period | 2025-2034 |
| Historical Data | 2020- 2024 |
| Market Forecast Units | Value (USD Billion) |
| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends |
| Segments Covered | Application and Region |
| Geographies Covered | North America, Europe, AsiaPacific, and the Rest of the World |
| Countries Covered | The US, Canada, German, France, UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil |
| Key Companies Profiled | Roquette Frères (France), ADM (US), Novaphene (India), Samyang Biopharmaceuticals Corp., Inc (South Korea), Par Pharmaceutical (US) |
| Key Market Opportunities | The growing emphasis on bio-based chemicals has resulted in significant expenditures in R&D, and product innovation with environmentally-friendly qualities is expected to generate new opportunities for market expansion throughout the projection period. |
| Key Market Dynamics | Rising need for alternatives to petroleum-based products |
Isosorbide Market Highlights:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
The Isosorbide market size was valued at USD 0.58 Billion in 2024.
The Isosorbide market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period, 2025-2034.
North America had the largest share of the Isosorbide market
The key players in the Isosorbide market areRoquette Frères (France), ADM (US), Novaphene (India), Samyang Biopharmaceuticals Corp., Inc (South Korea), and Par Pharmaceutical (US).
Polymers and coating dominated the Isosorbide market in 2023.
The Asia Pacific has the largest share of the Isosorbide market.
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