San Francisco, 22 October 2024: The Report Nonwoven Fabrics Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Durables, Disposable), By Material (Polypropylene, Polyethylene Terephthalate), By Technology, By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030
The global nonwoven fabrics market size is expected to reach USD 75.74 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing production of baby diapers on account of increasing birth rate particularly in Asia Pacific is expected to remain a key driving factor for the global market. Increasing construction spending in emerging economies of China, India and Brazil is also expected to have a positive influence on the market growth. Volatile prices of key raw materials are expected to remain a key challenge for market participants over the next six years.
PP nonwoven fabrics are also expected to witness highest growth rate over the next six years. Increasing birth rates in emerging markets of India and China and increasing geriatric population in countries such as U.S., UK, Germany and Japan have driven the demand for baby diapers and adult incontinence products respectively. Increasing demand for baby diapers and adult incontinence products is expected to drive polypropylene nonwoven fabrics demand.
Nonwoven textiles are widely used in various sectors such as construction, healthcare, agriculture, and more. It is projected that the increasing need for strong, affordable, and lightweight materials in these industries will result in the growth of the nonwoven fabric market.
Non-woven fabric is utilized for producing a range of items in the medical field, including surgical gowns, aprons, drapes, face mask parts, and wound dressings. They are also utilized in hygiene items like sanitary towels, pads, tampons, diapers for babies, and liners for napkins. The continuous development in manufacturing processes for nonwoven fabrics through technological advancements is expected to result in lower production costs, upgraded properties, and better quality. This is expected to promote the use of nonwoven fabrics market growth in emerging industries in the coming years.
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The market for non-woven materials is anticipated to witness rapid growth due to the rising hygiene concerns, thereby leading to an increase in the demand for sanitary care products. Furthermore, different companies are investing into the manufacturing of environmentally-friendly sanitary napkins as a response to increasing environmental concerns.
Nonwoven Fabrics Market Report Highlights
- The disposables segment dominated the market with 59.8% share in 2023. Disposable nonwovens are widely used in personal care products, medical supplies and food packaging.
- Spunlaid emerged as the leading technology used in the global market and accounted for 48.4% of total market volume in 2023. Spunlaid is also expected to witness highest growth rate over the next several years. Increasing demand for spunlaid nonwoven fabrics in hygiene and medical applications is expected to drive its market over the next six years. Global demand for air laid based nonwoven fabrics is expected to exceed 1 million tons by 2020.
- Durable applications such as construction, automotive and geotextile were the leading application segment in the global nonwoven fabrics industry which together accounted for 40.04% of total market volume in 2023. Growth of construction and automotive industry particularly in BRIC nations is expected to spur growth for nonwoven fabrics in durable applications.
- Asia Pacific was the leading regional market and accounted for 43.1% of total market demand in 2023. Growth of major end-use industries particularly in emerging markets of China and India is expected to drive nonwoven fabrics market in the region over the forecast period
Nonwoven Fabrics Market Report Scope
Report Attribute | Details |
Market size value in 2024 | USD 56.71 billion |
Revenue forecast in 2030 | USD 75.74 billion |
Growth rate | CAGR of 4.9% from 2024 to 2030 |
Base year for estimation | 2023 |
Historical data | 2018 - 2022 |
Forecast period | 2024 - 2030 |
Key Nonwoven Fabrics Company Insights
Some of the key companies in the global nonwoven fabrics market include Ahlstrom; MITSUI & CO., LTD.; First Quality Enterprises, Inc.; Providencia and Fibertex. Vendors in the market are focusing on increasing customer base to gain a competitive edge in the industry. Therefore, key players are taking several strategic initiatives, such as mergers and acquisitions, and partnerships with other major companies.
- Ahlstrom’s nonwoven fabrics are utilized in various sectors such as hygiene, medical, industrial, and automotive applications. The company is recognized for its inventive products and dedication to environmental responsibility.