Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics Market - Forecast(2024 - 2030)

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Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market Overview:

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic market size is forecast to reach $13.6 billion by 2030, after growing at a CAGR of 10.2% during 2024-2030, owing to the increasing adoption of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics over conventional metallic alloys in various end-use industries such as automotive, aerospace, wind energy, and others. This is mainly due to the tensile strength carried by CFRTP, which falls between 1500 and 3500 MPa, whereas its metallic counterparts such as aluminum and steel only possess tensile strength of 450–600 MPa and 750–1500 MPa, respectively. Growing demand from the aerospace industry and a rising preference for fuel-efficient and lightweight vehicles are the major factors driving the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (CFRTP) market during the forecast period.

Market Trends:

Increasing Demand in Aerospace and Defense Applications

A predominant trend shaping the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (CFRTP) market is the escalating demand in aerospace and defense applications. CFRTP, known for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and high-performance characteristics, is extensively utilized in the aviation and defense sectors. The aerospace industry, in particular, relies on CFRTP for manufacturing components such as aircraft wings, fuselage sections, and interior structures. The material's ability to reduce overall weight while maintaining structural integrity contributes to improved fuel efficiency and enhanced aircraft performance. As the aerospace industry continues to evolve with a focus on lightweight and fuel-efficient designs, the demand for CFRTP is expected to soar. Similarly, in the defense sector, CFRTP finds applications in the production of military vehicles, ballistic protection systems, and lightweight armor, driving the market's growth in these critical industries.

 Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies

An influential trend in the CFRTP market revolves around continuous advancements in manufacturing technologies. Ongoing research and development efforts are focused on refining production processes to enhance the efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of CFRTP manufacturing. Innovations such as automated lay-up techniques, resin transfer molding (RTM), and out-of-autoclave (OOA) processes are gaining prominence. These technologies aim to streamline production, reduce cycle times, and enable the mass production of CFRTP components. Additionally, the exploration of sustainable manufacturing practices, including recycled carbon fibers and bio-based resins, aligns with the industry's commitment to environmental responsibility. As manufacturing technologies evolve, the CFRTP market is positioned to offer more accessible and versatile solutions, expanding its applications across various industries beyond aerospace and defense.

Market Snapshot: 

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Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market - Report Coverage:

The “Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market Report - Forecast (2024-2030)” by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments in the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market.
  
             Attribute                            Segment





By Type

  • Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK)

  • Polypropylene

  • Nylon

  • Acrylic Resins

  • Polyamide Resins

  • PET

  • Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)

  • Polyethylene

  • Polyurethane

  • Polyethersulfone

  • Polyetherimide (PEI)

  • Others





By Application

  • Automobiles

  • Industrial

  • Aviation & Aerospace

  • Marine

  • Defense

  • Electrical & Electronics

  • Medical

  • Sports Equipment

  • Wind Energy

  • Civil Engineering

  • Others




By Geography

  • North America (U.S., Canada and Mexico)

  • Europe (Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, Netherlands and Rest of Europe),

  • Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia & New Zealand and Rest of Asia-Pacific),

  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Rest of South America)

  • Rest of the World (Middle East and Africa).


COVID-19 / Ukraine Crisis - Impact Analysis:  

● The COVID-19 pandemic had a multifaceted impact on the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (CFRTP) market, introducing both challenges and opportunities. As the pandemic unfolded, disruptions in global supply chains, manufacturing operations, and consumer demand reverberated across industries, affecting the uptake of CFRTP. The automotive sector, a significant consumer of CFRTP for lightweight applications, experienced production slowdowns and supply chain interruptions due to lockdowns and decreased consumer spending. Similarly, the aerospace industry faced delays in aircraft production and reduced demand for CFRTP components as air travel declined substantially. The renewable energy sector, particularly wind energy, encountered project delays and supply chain challenges, affecting the demand for CFRTP in the manufacturing of wind turbine components.

● The Russia-Ukraine war has directly impacted the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (CFRTP) market. However, geopolitical events and conflicts can have far-reaching consequences on global supply chains, trade dynamics, and economic stability. The war may have indirect effects on the CFRTP market, particularly if it disrupts the production and transportation of raw materials, impacts manufacturing processes, or leads to changes in market dynamics. Given that CFRTP is widely used in aerospace, automotive, and renewable energy sectors, any disturbances in these industries due to geopolitical tensions could potentially influence the demand and supply of CFRTP. To assess the current impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the CFRTP market, it is recommended to consult recent reports from industry analysts, market research agencies, and news sources that provide insights into the specific market dynamics shaped by geopolitical events.

Key Takeaways:

● Dominance of Europe

Europe region held the largest share in the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (CFRTP) market in 2023 up to 34%, owing to the increasing defense, and aerospace sectors in the region. The CFRTP is particularly attractive to defense applications because of its exceptional strength, better stiffness-to-density ratios and superior physical properties. Also, CFRTP provides relatively stronger and stiffer fibers in a tough resin matrix. According to the International Trade Administration (ITA), the Norwegian Government presented a core defense spending budget of USD 6.9 billion in 2019. The Norwegian defense budget accounted for 1.62% of Norway’s GDP in 2018. French civil aerospace industry in 2018 grew to €50.36 billion, out of total non-consolidated aerospace and defense aerospace revenues of €65.4 billion. This is a 1.2% increase over 2017. Also, France has put forth an agreement with the UK government of $2.1 billion to build a prototype combat drone, which will further boost CFRTP market growth. Thus, the increasing aerospace and defense industry in Europe is likely to influence the growth of the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic market in Europe.
                                             
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● Defense Segment to Hold Largest Market Share

The defense application held the largest share in the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic (CFRTP) market in 2023 and is growing at a CAGR of 9.42%, owing to its ability to reduce the weight of an object to a large extent while providing superior strength. Thus, there is an increasing demand for Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics from the defense industries to manufacture specialty components for missile systems, radar panels, body armor, helmets, rocket motor casings, artificial limbs, ballistics, nuclear submarines, propulsion systems and many more. Some of the materials used in military composites include Kevlar, fiberglass and carbon fiber. Countries like Russia, India and Japan are increasingly using composites in submarines, jets, sonar domes and truck components. U.S., U.K., India, and China are the major spenders on defense equipment and maintenance of the army. M80 Stileto is the largest U.S. naval vessel built using carbon-fiber composites. Armored vehicles have conventionally used steel armor for protection; however, the weight of these large trucks creates logistical problems. Therefore, the adoption of CFRTP is increasing in these vehicles. U.S. DOD aims to replace UH-60 Black Hawk with Bell Helicopter’s V-280 which incorporates carbon fibers in its wings, fuselage, and tail. The need for agility at the time of sudden attacks and upgrading the defense technologies has led to the shift from conventional materials to fiber reinforced materials, which is anticipated to propel the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic market during the forecast period.

● Growing Wind Power Sector

As a consequence of the drastic increase in energy demand, the conventional sources of energy are depleting very fast. Hence, the need to expand and utilize renewable energy sources like wind power is growing. The wind power sector is increasing, as the use of renewable energy sources results in less emission of greenhouse and other harmful gases such as SO2. The modern wind turbines are being increasingly used in the wind power sector as they are cost-effective, more reliable and have scaled up in size to multi-megawatt power ratings. Wind Energy installations in APAC increased by 23.6%. This region is set to witness high growth for wind energy equipment and materials majorly driven by the commitments of the government of India and China towards green energy. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic is used primarily in the spar, or structural element, of wind blades longer than 45m/148 ft, both for land-based and offshore systems. Carbon fiber has known benefits for reducing wind turbine blade mass due to the significantly improved stiffness, strength, and fatigue resistance per unit mass compared to fiberglass. Due to the increasing adoption of wind power energy sources, the demand for Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic is also increasing, which acts as a driver for the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic market during the forecast period.

● Stringent Government Regulation on Emission

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics are being extensively used in the automotive industries to reduce fuel consumption as well as emissions and to manufacture lightweight vehicles. Several governments across the world have imposed stringent standard emission and fuel economy regulations for vehicles. These standard regulations have compelled automotive OEMs to increase the use of lightweight materials such as Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics to assist in increasing the fuel economy of a vehicle while ensuring safety and performance. The emission regulation for light-duty cars such as Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFÉ) and Greenhouse Gas Emission standards sets fuel consumption standards for the vehicles. These regulations by the governments have made sure that the car manufacturers henceforth might need to manufacture much lighter vehicles to obey these norms, which acts as a driver for the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic market during the forecast period.

● High Cost of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics

The cost of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics is at times supposedly higher. When compared with other traditional materials such as steel and aluminum, lightweight materials such as Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics (CFRTP) and glass fiber reinforced plastics (GFRP) are costly. Composites of carbon fiber cost almost 1.5 to five times more than steel. High cost of fiber production inhibits large-volume deployment. Therefore, precursor and processing costs need to be reduced. The high price of carbon fibers in many applications constrains the potential use of composites. Hence, the high cost of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics may hinder the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics market growth during the forecast period. However, cost-effective production methods coupled with high-volume processing, assembly techniques and automation processes will lead to the reduction of price in the near future.

Key Market Players: 

Product/Service launches, approvals, patents and events, acquisitions, partnerships and collaborations are key strategies adopted by players in the CFRTP Market. The top 10 companies in this industry are listed below:
  1. SGL Carbon SE
  2. Teijin Ltd.
  3. Toray Industries Inc.
  4. Syensqo
  5. Mitsubishi Rayon Co. Ltd
  6. Farmosa Plastics Corporation,
  7. Nippon Carbon Co Ltd.
  8. Ensinger
  9. Hexcel Corporation
  10. Hyosung Advanced Materials

Scope of Report: 

         Report Metric                               Details

Base Year Considered

2023

Forecast Period

2024–2030

CAGR

10.2%

Market Size in 2030

$13.6 billion

Segments Covered

Type, Application and Region



Geographies Covered

North America (U.S., Canada and Mexico), Europe (Germany, France, UK, Italy, Spain, Netherlands and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia & New Zealand and Rest of Asia-Pacific), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia and Rest of South America), Rest of the World (Middle East and Africa).





Key Market Players

  1. SGL Carbon SE

  2. Teijin Ltd.

  3. Toray Industries Inc.

  4. Syensqo

  5. Mitsubishi Rayon Co. Ltd

  6. Farmosa Plastics Corporation,

  7. Nippon Carbon Co Ltd.

  8. Ensinger

  9. Hexcel Corporation

  10. Hyosung Advanced Materials


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1. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market - Market Overview
    1.1 Definitions and Scope
2. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market - Executive Summary
    2.1 Market Revenue, Market Size and Key Trends by Company
    2.2 Key Trends by Type
    2.3 Key Trends by Application
    2.4 Key Trends by Geography
3. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market - Landscape
    3.1 Comparative analysis 
        3.1.1 Market Share Analysis- Top Companies
        3.1.2 Product Benchmarking- Top Companies
        3.1.3 Top 5 Financials Analysis
        3.1.4 Patent Analysis- Top Companies
        3.1.5 Pricing Analysis
4. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market - Startup Companies Scenario Premium 
    4.1 Top Startup Company Analysis by
        4.1.1 Investment
        4.1.2 Revenue
        4.1.3 Market Shares
        4.1.4 Market Size and Application Analysis
        4.1.5 Venture Capital and Funding Scenario
5. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market – Industry Market Entry Scenario Premium Premium 
    5.1 Regulatory Framework Overview
    5.2 New Business and Ease of Doing Business Index
    5.3 Case studies of successful ventures
    5.4 Customer Analysis - Top Companies
6. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market - Market Forces
    6.1 Market Drivers
    6.2 Market Constraints
    6.3 Market Opportunities
    6.4 Porters five force model
        6.4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
        6.4.2 Bargaining powers of customers
        6.4.3 Threat of new entrants
        6.4.4 Rivalry among existing players
        6.4.5 Threat of Substitutes 
7. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market -Strategic Analysis
    7.1 Value chain analysis
    7.2 Opportunities analysis
    7.3 Market life cycle
    7.4 Suppliers and Distributors Analysis
8. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market – By Type 
        8.1 Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK)
        8.2 Polypropylene
        8.3 Nylon
        8.4 Acrylic Resins
        8.5 Polyamide Resins
        8.6 PET
        8.7 Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
        8.8 Polyethylene
        8.9 Polyurethane
        8.10 Polyethersulfone
        8.11 Polyetherimide (PEI)
        8.12 Others
9. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market – By Application (Market Size -$Million, KT)
    9.1 Automobiles
    9.2 Industrial
    9.3 Aviation & Aerospace
    9.4 Marine
    9.5 Defense
    9.6 Electrical & Electronics
    9.7 Medical
    9.8 Sports Equipment
    9.9 Wind Energy
    9.10 Civil Engineering
    9.11 Others
10. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market - By Geography (Market Size -$Million / KT)
    10.1 Americas
        10.1.1 U.S.
        10.1.2 Canada
        10.1.3 Mexico
    10.2 Europe
        10.2.1 U.K
        10.2.2 France
        10.2.3 Germany
        10.2.4 Spain
        10.2.5 Italy
        10.2.6 Russia
        10.2.7 Others
    10.3 Asia Pacific
        10.3.1 China
        10.3.2 Japan
        10.3.3 India
        10.3.4 South Korea
        10.3.5 Australia
        10.3.6 Indonesia
        10.3.7 Others
    10.4 South America
        10.4.1 Brazil
        10.4.2 Argentina
        10.4.3 Chile
        10.4.4 Colombia
        10.4.5 Others
    10.5 Rest of the World
        10.5.1 Middle East
        10.5.2 Africa
11. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market - Entropy
    11.1 New Product Launches
    11.2 M&A’s, Collaborations, JVs and Partnerships
12. Market Share Analysis  Premium
    12.1 Market Share at Global Level - Major companies
        12.1.1 Market Share by Key Region - Major companies
        12.1.2 Market Share by Key Country - Major companies
    12.2. Competition Matrix
    12.3. Best Practises for companies
13. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market- List of Key Companies by Country Premium
14. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market Company Analysis
    14.1 SGL Carbon SE
    14.2 Teijin Ltd.
    14.3 Toray Industries Inc.
    14.4 Syensqo
    14.5 Mitsubishi Rayon Co. Ltd
    14.6 Farmosa Plastics Corporation,
    14.7 Nippon Carbon Co Ltd.
    14.8 Ensinger
    14.9 Hexcel Corporation
    14.10 Hyosung Advanced Materials

"*Financials would be provided on a best efforts basis for private companies"

LIST OF TABLES

1.Global CFRTP Market By Resin Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
1.1 Polyamide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.2 Polyetheretherketone Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.3 Polyphenylene Sulfide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.4 Polycarbonate Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
2.Global CFRTP Market By Resin Type Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
2.1 Polyamide Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.2 Polyetheretherketone Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.3 Polyphenylene Sulfide Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.4 Polycarbonate Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
3.North America CFRTP Market By Resin Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
3.1 Polyamide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.2 Polyetheretherketone Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.3 Polyphenylene Sulfide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.4 Polycarbonate Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.South America CFRTP Market By Resin Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.1 Polyamide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.2 Polyetheretherketone Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.3 Polyphenylene Sulfide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.4 Polycarbonate Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.Europe CFRTP Market By Resin Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
5.1 Polyamide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.2 Polyetheretherketone Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.3 Polyphenylene Sulfide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.4 Polycarbonate Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.APAC CFRTP Market By Resin Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
6.1 Polyamide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.2 Polyetheretherketone Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.3 Polyphenylene Sulfide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.4 Polycarbonate Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.MENA CFRTP Market By Resin Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
7.1 Polyamide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.2 Polyetheretherketone Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.3 Polyphenylene Sulfide Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.4 Polycarbonate Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research

LIST OF FIGURES

1.US Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
2.Canada Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
3.Mexico Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
4.Brazil Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
5.Argentina Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
6.Peru Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
7.Colombia Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
8.Chile Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
9.Rest of South America Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
10.UK Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
11.Germany Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
12.France Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
13.Italy Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
14.Spain Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
15.Rest of Europe Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
16.China Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
17.India Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
18.Japan Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
19.South Korea Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
20.South Africa Cfrtp Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
21.North America Cfrtp By Application
22.South America Cfrtp By Application
23.Europe Cfrtp By Application
24.APAC Cfrtp By Application
25.MENA Cfrtp By Application
26.Solvay S.A., Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
27.Royal Ten Cate N.V., Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
28.Teijin Limited, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
29.SGL Group, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
30.Celanese Corporation, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
31.Covestro AG, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
32.Polyone Corporation, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
33.Aerosud, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)

The Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.2% during the forecast period 2024-2030.

Global Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market size is estimated to be $6.4 million in 2023 and is projected to reach $13.6 billion by 2030.

The leading players in the Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Market are SGL Carbon SE, Teijin Ltd., Toray Industries Inc., Syensqo, Mitsubishi Rayon Co. Ltd and Others.

Increasing Demand in Aerospace and Defense Applications is likely to gain prominence which will create growth opportunities for the market during the forecast period.

Growing Wind Power Sector and Stringent Government Regulations on Emission are the driving factors of the market.