Nonwoven Materials Market

The global nonwoven materials market has been witnessing significant growth in the recent years. Nonwoven materials are engineered fabrics that are made by bonding or interlocking fibers using a mechanical, thermal, or chemical process. They differ from woven fabrics which are produced by weaving together yarns or threads. Nonwoven materials find wide applications across various end-use industries, such as construction, hygiene, medical, and filtration, due to properties such as absorbency, dust resistance, and durability. Growing demand from the hygiene products sector along with rapid urbanization and infrastructure development is fueling the demand for nonwoven materials globally. However, fluctuating prices of raw materials may hamper the market growth to some extent during the forecast period. Non-woven materials are used to manufacture automobile accessories, such as car seat backing, car headliners, and car and motorcycle covers, which is expected to drive the demand for nonwoven materials in the automotive sector.

Market Dynamics:

The key drivers propelling the growth of the global nonwoven materials market are rapid urbanization in developing economies, rising disposable incomes, and growing focus on hygiene products. Rapid infrastructure development activities around the world are accelerating the demand for nonwoven materials from the construction industry. Furthermore, the increasing prevalence of hospital-acquired infections is augmenting the need for nonwoven materials in medical textiles. However, volatility in prices of raw materials, such as polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyester, is a major challenge for market players. Moreover, stringent environmental regulations regarding the disposal of non-biodegradable nonwoven waste is hindering the market expansion. On the positive side, technological advancements in manufacturing processes and materials are expected to bring various opportunities for market players over the coming years.

Key Features of the Study:

• This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global nonwoven materials market, and provides market size (US$ Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2024-2031), considering 2023 as the base year.
• It elucidates potential revenue growth opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market.
• This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.

It profiles key players in the global nonwoven materials market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies.

• Key companies covered as a part of this study include Berry Global Group, Toray Industries, Inc., Johns Manville, Freudenberg SE, DuPont de Nemours, Inc., Ahlstrom-Munksjo Oyj, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, P. H. Glatfelter Company, and Suominen Corporation.
• Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.
• The global nonwoven materials market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts.
• Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global nonwoven materials market.

Detailed Segmentation:

• Global Nonwoven Materials Market, By Material Type
  • Sodium Polyacrylate Polyester
  • Nylon
  • Polypropylene
  • Polyethylene Terephthalate
  • Others (Wood Pulp, Bi-component)
• Global Nonwoven Materials Market, By Technology
  • Drylaid
  • Spunlaid
  • Wetlaid
  • Others
• Global Nonwoven Materials Market, By Application
  • Personal Care & Hygiene
  • Medical
  • Household
  • Filtration
  • Textile
  • Automotive
  • Building and Construction
  • Others
• Global Nonwoven Materials Market, By Region
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East
  • Africa
• Top Companies in the Global Nonwoven Materials Market
  • Berry Global Group
  • Toray Industries, Inc.
  • Johns Manville
  • Freudenberg SE
  • DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
  • Ahlstrom-Munksjo Oyj
  • Kimberly-Clark Corporation
  • H. Glatfelter Company
  • Suominen Corporation.