Nonwoven Fabrics Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, By Product(Spun bound, Staples, Melt blown, Composite), By Application(Hygiene, Industrial, Medical, Geotextiles), By Region - Industry Forecast 2024-2031

Global Nonwoven Fabrics Market size was valued at USD 31.1 Billion in 2021 and is poised to grow from USD 33.28 Billion in 2022 to USD 57.18 Billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.0% during the forecast period (2023-2030).

The global nonwoven fabrics market is highly competitive in nature with the presence of multiple players. The market is driven by technological advancements, increasing demand in various industries, and growing environmental concerns. However, the market also faces challenges such as price volatility of raw materials, limited market awareness, regulatory compliance, and competition from alternative materials. The industry is witnessing continuous innovations in manufacturing processes and product development to meet the evolving needs of end-users. Overall, the global nonwoven fabrics market is dynamic and highly influenced by factors such as market demand, technological advancements, and regulatory landscape. 'Kimberly-Clark Corporation (US)', 'Berry Global Group, Inc. (US)', 'DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (US)', 'Ahlstrom-Munksjö (Finland)', 'Freudenberg Group (Germany)', 'Toray Industries, Inc. (Japan)', 'Fibertex Nonwovens A/S (Denmark)', 'Asahi Kasei Corporation (Japan)', 'Avgol Nonwovens (Israel)', 'Johns Manville Corporation (US)', 'Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (Japan)', 'Sandler AG (Germany)', 'Pegas Nonwovens SA (Czech Republic)', 'Suominen Corporation (Finland)', 'Fitesa (Brazil)', 'TWE Group (Germany)', 'Glatfelter Corporation (US)', 'Low & Bonar PLC (UK)', 'Kimberly-Clark Professional (US)', 'Fibertex Personal Care (Denmark)'

Nonwoven fabrics are extensively used in hygiene products such as baby diapers, adult incontinence products, and feminine care products. The increasing awareness of personal hygiene, changing lifestyle patterns, and rising disposable incomes are driving the demand for these products, thereby fueling the growth of the nonwoven fabrics market.

Shift Towards Lightweight and High-Performance Nonwoven Fabrics: With a focus on reducing weight and increasing performance, there is a growing demand for lightweight nonwoven fabrics in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and filtration. These fabrics offer improved fuel efficiency, better filtration efficiency, and enhanced comfort.

The Asia Pacific region emerged as the dominant force in the polypropylene nonwoven fabric market and is expected to maintain its position with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5% in terms of revenue during the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to the increasing demand for durable polypropylene nonwoven fabrics in industries such as construction, agriculture, and automobiles throughout the forecast period. Furthermore, the utilization of polypropylene nonwoven fabrics is substantial in consumer products like disposable diapers, adult incontinence products, and feminine care products, which contributes to the overall product demand in the region.