Industry Overview
The global nonwoven fabrics market size was valued at USD 41.6 billion in 2021. It is estimated to reach an expected value of USD 67.93 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period (2022–2030).
Asia-Pacific is projected to dominate the nonwoven fabrics market.
Southeast Asia is a key market for nonwoven fabrics, with a growing demand from a variety of industries, including hygiene, medical, filtration, and automotive. The region is home to some of the world’s leading nonwoven fabric producers, and its production capacity is expected to continue to grow in the coming years.
Some of the key trends in the Southeast Asian nonwoven fabric market include:
- Increasing demand for sustainable nonwovens: Manufacturers are increasingly developing and using sustainable materials, such as recycled fibers and bio-based fibers, in their nonwoven fabrics.
- Rising demand for nonwovens in e-commerce: The growing e-commerce industry is driving the demand for nonwoven packaging materials.
- Growing importance of innovation: Manufacturers are investing in research and development to develop new and innovative nonwoven fabrics with improved performance and functionality.