Protective Textiles Market - Forecast(2024 - 2030)
Protective Textiles Market Overview
Protective
Textiles Market size is expected to reach a value of US$8.5 billion by the end
of the year 2027 after growing at a CAGR of 6.3% during the forecast period
from 2022-2027. Protective textiles are technical textiles that are designed as their
functional characteristics rather than their aesthetic or decorative
characteristics. Protective clothing is used to protect the wearer from harsh
environmental effects that may result in injuries or death. Protection textiles
are made of aramid, high-performance polyethylene, polyester, and other
fiber types which are designed for a bulletproof vest. Thus, the increase in
demand for protective textiles in various end-use industries such as aerospace
& defense, and electrical & electronics industries. This is one of the
major factors driving the protection textiles industry growth. Protection
textiles have various properties such as thermal protection, flame protection,
chemical protection, mechanical impact protection, protect from ultraviolet
radiations, and biological protection. Owing to such properties, protective
textiles are widely used in the healthcare sector which is expected to grow at
a significant rate for the protective textiles market during the forecast
period.
COVID-19 impact
During 2020-Q2 of
2021, the Covid-19 pandemic was at its peak, the building & construction
industry was dropped which highly affected the market scenario. Protective textiles are widely used in
building as they are used to protect against wind, ultraviolet radiation, and
rain. But during the COVID pandemic, the building sector was closed which is reducing the demand for protective
textiles. According to the American Institute of Architects (AIA), construction spending
on office buildings declined over 9%, hotels investment decline by 20%, and
amusement and recreation centers down almost 13% in January 2021. According
to U.S. Census Bureau, construction spending in the US decreased 0.8% in
January 2021. However, the
global protective textiles demand was hugely affected in terms of consumption
from buildings which is limiting the market growth.
Report Coverage
The
report: “Protective Textiles Market –
Forecast (2022-2027)”, by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the
following segments of the Protective Textiles Industry.
By Fiber Type: Aramid Fibers
(Meta-Aramid and Para-Aramid), Cotton Fibers, Polypropylene
Fiber,
Polybenzimidazole fiber, Ultra-high
Tenacity Polyethylene Fibers, Polyphylene
Sulphide Fibers, Polyetherketone
Fibers, Phenolic, Polyamide (Aliphatic
Polyamide, Aromatic
Polyamide, and others), and Others.
By Application: Heat & Flame Retardant, Chemical Resistance, Healthcare Garments (Respiratory Membranes, Masks, Others), Firefighter
Garments (Fire Uniform, Helmets, Station Wear Outfits, Others), Space Outfits, Bulletproof Protection, Ultraviolet
Protection, Ballistic Retardant, and Others.
By End-Use Industry: Transportation
Industry (Automotive, Railway, Marine Industry, Aerospace & Defense), Agriculture
Sector, Healthcare Sector {Healthcare and
Hygiene Products (Surgical Gowns, Surgical Mask, Hygiene Wipes, Others), Extracorporeal Devices, Others}, Sports Industry (Racing
Suits, Swimwear, Others), Oil & Gas Industry, Electrical & Electronics,
and Others.
Key Takeaways
- The
Asia Pacific held the largest share in the protective textiles market owing to
the growing investment in various end-use industries such as the healthcare
sector in Asina countries such as India and China.
- According
to the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry, the global
pharmaceutical trade is expected to reach US$1-US$1.3 trillion by 2030. According to the
India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the number of airplanes is expected to
reach 1,100 by 2027.
- Increasing adoption of protective textiles fiber types such as high-performance polyethylene as they are protected from ultraviolet radiations and hazardous chemicals which is estimated to boost the consumption of these textiles.
Figure: Asia Pacific Protective Textiles Market, 2021-2027 (US$ Billion)
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Protective Textiles Market Analysis – By Fiber Type
Aramids
held the largest share of more than 30% in the protective textiles market in
2021. Aramids are widely used in protective textiles
compared to glass and carbon fibers as they have exceptional impact resistance
and energy absorption capacity, high strength, low melting point, low
flammability, high fabric integrity at elevated temperatures. The aramids such
as mete aramid and para-aramid are not damaged by filament abrasion during
processing. Aramid has low density, high
strength, and high energy absorption which meets the protection requirement for
ballistic treats and bulletproof vest, approximately 20–50 layers of fabric are
required. Aramids are also protected against hazardous ultraviolet radiation. Aramids have excellent heat and flame
resistance and high tensile strength than steel (up to 7times); thus, the major
companies are planning to develop aramids. In May 2020, Hyosung planned to invest a total of
KRW 61.3 billion (US$ 52.47 million) in its Aramid factory in Ulsan and expand
the production capacity of aramid from 1,200 tons to 3,700 tons in a year. In
November 2020, Teijin Aramid produced ultra-high-strength para-aramid
fibers which are used in diverse applications from car tires to airfreight
containers to make them stronger, lighter, and more durable. In addition,
aramids are also used in various industrial sectors such as aerospace which is
estimated to grow the market size. According to the General Aviation Manufacturers Association
(GAMA), the total value of airplanes shipped through the second quarter of 2021
was US$8.6 billion, an increase of approximately 9.4% over the second quarter
of 2021. Aramids are possessed various physical properties such as
melting points (>500 0C) and tensile strength (3500-5000 MPa),
and density (1.45 g/cm3). Thus, due to these physical properties,
this fiber type is widely used for protective textiles.
Protective Textiles Market Analysis – By Application
Heat and flame retardant
held the largest share of more than 35% in the protective textiles market in
2021. Heat and flame retardant is used in steel mills, welding factories,
molding factories, and glass item manufacturing factories to protect the human
body from the fire. These textiles are used to make fire gloves that have
good thermal resistance at 270°C and flame resistance at 1200°C. heat and flame
retardant textiles are providing aesthetics to the surroundings and offer low
flame toxicity in fire, breathable, crease-resistance, and high dimensional
stability. In 2020, National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) has developed the NFPA 2112 standard for flame-resistant
clothing for the protection of industrial personnel against thermal exposures
from Fire. Thus, these are widely used in buildings. According to the US Census Bureau, new housing unit
construction was 11,471 thousand units in 2019 in the United States, which
reached 3,642 units in 2020. According to the National Bureau of
Statistics, China's real estate market investment jumped from 15.7% in 2019 to
38.3% in January-February 2021. Hence, due to such factors, the demand for heat
and flame retardant is growing which is also growing the protective
textiles industry growth.
Protective Textiles Market Analysis – By End-Use Industry
The
Healthcare sector held the largest share of more than 40% in the protective
textiles market in the year 2021. Protective textiles are used to
protect both hospital staff and their patients from viruses, bacteria, hazardous
chemicals, and other micro-organisms. The protective textile is made
from high-performance fibers such as aramid which are preventing
hazardous bacteria. Medical textiles have various properties such as tear resistance, abrasion resistance, fluid barrier,
breath-ability, have good resistance to alkalis, elasticity
free from micro impurities, air permeability, biodegradable, and eco-friendly.
Due to such properties, protective textiles are used for medical gowns and caps, surgical drapes, gowns, face
mask table and tray covers, X-ray gowns, scrub suits, barrier,
isolation gowns, baby wipes, and other healthcare
garments. According to the
National Healthcare of United States, healthcare spending increased 4.6 percent to
reach $3.8 trillion in 2019. According to the international trade
administration, in Mexico, the pharmaceutical market was US$ 2.5 billion
in 2019. Thus, the growing pharmaceutical sector is anticipated to increase
R&D expenditure in the United Nations. According to the European Federation of
Pharmaceutical Industries and Association, the R&D expenditure in the
pharmaceutical sector in the United States was increased by US$ 64.3 billion in
2019 compared to US$ 62.2 billion in 2018. Hence, the growing healthcare
industry is expected to propel the protective textiles industry growth.
Protective Textiles Market Analysis – By Geography
Asia Pacific region held the largest share of more than 45% in the protective textiles market size in the year 2021, due to the increasing demand from various end-use industries such as the pharmaceutical industry in Asian countries such as India and China are estimated to grow the demand for protective textiles. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), India’s domestic pharmaceutical market is estimated to reach US$ 65 billion by 2024 and ~US$ 120-130 billion by 2030. According to healthcare information company IQVIA, the pharmaceutical sector of China was US$122.6 billion in 2017 and is forecast to reach US$175 billion by 2022. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the healthcare market is expected to increase by Rs. 8.6 trillion (US$ 133.44 billion) by 2022. According to the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry, in 2019, Food and Drug Administration approved API plants to manufacture 13% of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) in China. Hence, all such factors are growing demand for protective textiles in the region.
Protective Textiles Market Drivers
The growing Electrical & Electronics Industry is estimated to grow the demand for Protective Textiles
Protection textiles are used to protect from electrical hazards such as electromagnetic and electro-static protection. It helps to reduce the risk of electric shock and intense flammability and fulfill the requirement for working in the vicinity of very high voltage equipment. Electrical protective garments are made of polyester, due to their electrical insulation properties, that are flame-resistant and comfortable to wear. In addition, these are fire retardant; thus, it is widely required in the electrical and electronics industry. According to India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA), India is expected to reach a value of US$ 100 billion to manufacture electronics equipment such as laptops and tablets by 2025. According to the International Energy Agency, in Europe, the requirement of household electrical devices such as an air conditioner was 115 million units in 2020, which is estimated to grow 167 million units by 2030 and 220 million units by 2040. According to the Electrical & Electronics Manufacturers Association, the Indian domestic electrical equipment market is expected to grow at an annual rate of 12% to reach US$72 billion by 2025. According to the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), the worldwide sales of electrical components such as semiconductors reached US$39.0 billion in October 2020, an increase of 6.0 % compared to the October 2019 total of US$36.8 billion and 3.1 % more than the September 2020 total of US$37.9 billion. This will further drive the protective textiles industry.
Increasing adoption from the Aerospace & Defence Industry
Protective textiles are widely used in aircraft, space suits,
space shuttles, lunar and Mars missions, and space transportation. Protective
textiles have various specific characteristics such as protection from
ultraviolet radiation & hazardous chemicals and resistance to wear &
tear which makes them ideal for the aerospace industry. Protective textiles
fabrics such as para-aramid fibers and high-performance
polyethylene are used to manufacture bulletproof vests, airbags, space suits, upholstery
fabrics, wall covers, headsets, and floor carpet in the aerospace and defense
industry. According to the General Aviation Manufacturers Association
(GAMA), the total value of airplanes shipped through the second quarter of 2021
was US$8.6 billion, an increase of approximately 9.4% over the second quarter
of 2021. According
to India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the Union Ministry of Défense formulated the
Défense Production and Export Promotion Policy 2020 aims for aerospace &
defense products and services space to generate revenue and exportation worth
Rs. 175,000 crore (US$ 23.49 billion) and Rs. 35,000 crore (US$ 4.70 billion),
respectively by 2025. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation
(IBEF), the
Indian aerospace & defense (A&D) market is projected to reach ~US$ 70
billion by 2030. According to the International Air Transport
Association (IATA), global commercial aerospace revenue is forecast to reach 9%
YoY in 2021. Hence, the globally increased demand from the
aerospace & defense industry is estimated to boost the demand for protective
textiles.
Protective Textiles Market Challenges
High Cost of Protective Cloths
Aramid fibers are used to make protective textiles as they are a more protective fiber type than silicon (a technical textile solution for electronics), rather expensive, and difficult to manufacture. Meta-aramids are highly resistant to temperature, chemical degradation, and abrasion which have a tenacity of about 5.6g/den as compared to polyester fibers. These fibers can withstand tensile stress during exposure to flames and temperatures up to 400 0C. The prices of meta-aramid fibers are 1.5-denier fiber cost atUS$11.50 per pound and 200-denier cost at US$25.00 per pound. Hence, the high cost of aramid fibers may create hurdles for the consumption of protective textiles.
Protective Textiles Industry Outlook
Technology launches, acquisitions, and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in this market. Protective Textiles top 10 companies include:
- DuPont
- Royal Ten Cate
NV
- W. L. Gore
& Associates, Inc.
- Kusumgar
Corporates
- DyStar Group
- Schoeller
Textil AG
- ARGAR S.r.l
- Madhuram
Fabrics Pvt. Ltd.
- Teijin Limited
- PBI Performance
Products, Inc., and more.
Recent Developments
- In 2020, Techtex, a member of Romanian Furniture manufacturer Taparo Group, recently launched two more automated technological lines for manufacturing surgical masks. The company will invest €20 million (US$ 22.83 million) in a brand-new factory to produce the third lawyer of surgical masks, which it currently imports. This will help to grow the consumption of protective textiles.
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LIST OF TABLES
1.Global Protective Textiles:Application Outlook Market 2023-2030 ($M)1.1 Heat Flame-Resistant Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.2 Mechanical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.3 Chemical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.4 Electrical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.5 Ballistic Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.6 Space Suit Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.7 Health Care Garment Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
2.Global Protective Textiles:Application Outlook Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
2.1 Heat Flame-Resistant Clothing Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.2 Mechanical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.3 Chemical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.4 Electrical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.5 Ballistic Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.6 Space Suit Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.7 Health Care Garment Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
3.North America Protective Textiles:Application Outlook Market 2023-2030 ($M)
3.1 Heat Flame-Resistant Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.2 Mechanical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.3 Chemical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.4 Electrical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.5 Ballistic Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.6 Space Suit Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.7 Health Care Garment Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.South America Protective Textiles:Application Outlook Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.1 Heat Flame-Resistant Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.2 Mechanical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.3 Chemical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.4 Electrical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.5 Ballistic Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.6 Space Suit Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.7 Health Care Garment Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.Europe Protective Textiles:Application Outlook Market 2023-2030 ($M)
5.1 Heat Flame-Resistant Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.2 Mechanical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.3 Chemical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.4 Electrical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.5 Ballistic Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.6 Space Suit Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.7 Health Care Garment Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.APAC Protective Textiles:Application Outlook Market 2023-2030 ($M)
6.1 Heat Flame-Resistant Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.2 Mechanical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.3 Chemical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.4 Electrical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.5 Ballistic Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.6 Space Suit Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.7 Health Care Garment Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.MENA Protective Textiles:Application Outlook Market 2023-2030 ($M)
7.1 Heat Flame-Resistant Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.2 Mechanical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.3 Chemical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.4 Electrical Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.5 Ballistic Protective Clothing Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.6 Space Suit Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.7 Health Care Garment Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
LIST OF FIGURES
1.US Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)2.Canada Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
3.Mexico Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
4.Brazil Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
5.Argentina Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
6.Peru Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
7.Colombia Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
8.Chile Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
9.Rest of South America Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
10.UK Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
11.Germany Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
12.France Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
13.Italy Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
14.Spain Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
15.Rest of Europe Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
16.China Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
17.India Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
18.Japan Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
19.South Korea Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
20.South Africa Protective Textiles Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
21.North America Protective Textiles By Application
22.South America Protective Textiles By Application
23.Europe Protective Textiles By Application
24.APAC Protective Textiles By Application
25.MENA Protective Textiles By Application
26.W L Gore Associates, Inc, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
27.Dupont, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
28.Royal Ten Cate Nv, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
29.Dystar Group, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
30.Kusumgar Corporates, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
31.Madhuram Fabric Pvt Ltd, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
32.Schoeller Textil Ag, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
33.Pbi Performance Products, Inc, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
34.Teijin Limited, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
35.Marina Textil S L, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
36.Argar S.R.L, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)