In Africa, the shift toward sustainable packaging and materials is gaining real momentum.
Industries across the continent are turning to bioplastics, not just as an eco-friendly alternative, but as a smarter, future-focused solution.
From biodegradable packaging to agricultural materials, these companies are pioneering a cleaner industrial ecosystem on African soil.
Here are the Top 5 Industrial Bioplastics Producers in Africa:
— Safripol (South Africa): One of Africa’s leading polymer producers developing bio-based and recyclable plastics for large-scale industrial applications.
— T3 Plastic Packaging (South Africa): Manufactures industrial packaging using biodegradable and plant-based materials for FMCG, cosmetics, and food industries.
— Biodegradable Future (South Africa): Provides additive-based biodegradable plastic solutions that help manufacturers produce eco-friendly films, bags, and packaging.
— Kenya Bioplastics (Kenya): Specializes in sustainable biopolymer products, creating biodegradable packaging materials for agriculture, retail, and industry.
— Ecoact Tanzania (Tanzania): Converts waste plastics into industrial-grade, eco-friendly composite materials used for manufacturing durable products like building materials.
More companies are entering the space, but these five stand out for their industrial capacity, innovation, and measurable contribution to Africa’s sustainability ecosystem.
This ranking is based on production scale, industry impact, and verified activities within the bioplastics sector as of Q2 2025.
Image Credit: Bio Poly Lab
