Nonwoven Materials Market, By Material Type, By Technology, By Application, By Geography

Description

Global Nonwoven Materials Market is estimated to be valued at USD 50.68 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 79.79 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7% from 2025 to 2032.

Report Coverage		Report Details
Base Year:	2024	Market Size in 2025:	USD 50.68 Bn
Historical Data for:	2020 To 2024	Forecast Period:	2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:	6.70%	2032 Value Projection:	USD 79.79 Bn

Figure. Nonwoven Materials Market Share (%), By Region 2025

Nonwoven materials are engineered fabrics that are made by bonding or interlocking fibers using a mechanical, thermal, or chemical process. These 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 hygiene products sector along with rapid urbanization and infrastructure development can boost demand for nonwoven materials globally. However, fluctuating prices of raw materials can hamper the market growth during the forecast period. Nonwoven materials are used to manufacture automobile accessories, such as car seat backing, car headliners, and car and motorcycle covers, and this is expected to boost demand for nonwoven materials in the automotive sector.

Market Dynamics:

Global nonwoven materials market growth is driven by factors such as rapid urbanization in developing economies, rising disposable incomes, and growing focus on hygiene products. Rapid infrastructure development activities around the world boosts demand for nonwoven materials from the construction industry. Furthermore, increasing prevalence of hospital-acquired infections boosts need for nonwoven materials in medical textiles. However, volatility in prices of raw materials, such as polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyester, can hamper the market growth. Moreover, stringent environmental regulations regarding the disposal of non-biodegradable nonwoven waste can hamper the market expansion. Technological advancements in manufacturing processes and materials are expected to offer opportunities for market players in the near future.

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 (2025-2032), considering 2024 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
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:

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

Product Code: CMI307

1. Research Objectives and Assumptions

Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations

2. Market Purview

Report Description
- Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
- Market Snippet, By Material Type
- Market Snippet, By Technology
- Market Snippet, By Application
- Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)

3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis

Market Dynamics
- Drivers
Growth in hygiene and medical applications
Increasing use in the construction industry
Rising demand from feminine hygiene products
- Restraints
Stringent environmental regulations
High research & development (R&D) cost
- Opportunities
Innovations in production technologies
Emerging applications development
Emerging application areas like geotextiles, automotive, etc.
Key Highlights
Regulatory Scenario
Recent Trends
Product Launches/Approvals
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Analysis
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Collaborations

4. Global Nonwoven Materials Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

COVID-19 Epidemiology
Supply Side and Demand Side Analysis
Economic Impact

5. Global Nonwoven Materials Market, By Material Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032(%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
- Segment Trends
Polyester
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Nylon
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Polypropylene
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Polyethylene Terephthalate
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Others (Wood Pulp, Bi-component)
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

6. Global Nonwoven Materials Market, By Technology, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032(%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
- Segment Trends
Drylaid
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Spunlaid
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Wetlaid
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Others
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

7. Global Nonwoven Materials Market, By Application, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032(%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020 - 2032
- Segment Trends
Personal Care & Hygiene
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Medical
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Household
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Filtration
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Textile
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Automotive
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Building and Construction
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
Others
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

8. Global Nonwoven Materials Market, By Region, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)

Introduction
- Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025, 2028, and 2032(%)
- Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2020 - 2032
- Region Trends
North America
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Material Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Technology, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - U.S.
  - Canada
Europe
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Material Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Technology, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - Germany
  - U.K.
  - Spain
  - France
  - Italy
  - Russia
  - Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Material Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Technology, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - China
  - India
  - Japan
  - Australia
  - South Korea
  - ASEAN
  - Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Material Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Technology, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - Brazil
  - Argentina
  - Mexico
  - Rest of Latin America
Middle East
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Material Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Technology, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - GCC Countries
  - Israel
  - Rest of Middle East
Africa
- Introduction
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Material Type, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Technology, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Application, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
- Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, By Country/Region, 2020-2032, (US$ Bn)
  - South Africa
  - Central Africa
  - North Africa

9. Competitive Landscape

Company Profile
- Berry Global Group
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Developments
Financial Performance
Strategies
- Toray Industries, Inc.
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Highlights
Financial Performance
Strategies
- Johns Manville
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Highlights
Financial Performance
Strategies
- Freudenberg SE
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Highlights
Financial Performance
Strategies
- DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Highlights
Financial Performance
Strategies
- Ahlstrom-Munksjo Oyj
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Highlights
Financial Performance
Strategies
- Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Highlights
Financial Performance
Strategies
- H. Glatfelter Company
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Developments
Financial Performance
Strategies
- Suominen Corporation
Company Highlights
Product Portfolio
Key Highlights
Financial Performance
Strategies
Analyst Views

10. Section

References
Research Methodology
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