The India polyamide market size reached USD 1.16 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 1.81 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.06% during 2025-2033. The market is growing due to rising polyamide demand in the automotive, electronics, and packaging industries, increasing adoption of lightweight materials for fuel efficiency, advancements in polymer technology, and government initiatives promoting domestic manufacturing and sustainability efforts in nylon-based materials.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 1.16 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 1.81 Billion |
Market Growth Rate (2025-2033) | 5.06% |
Expansion of the Automotive Industry and Demand for Lightweight Materials
The Indian automotive sector has been a major consumer of polyamides due to their favorable properties, such as high mechanical strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. As the industry strives for fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, there's a growing emphasis on lightweight materials. Polyamides serve as ideal substitutes for metal components, contributing to vehicle weight reduction. In September 2024, the total production of passenger vehicles, three-wheelers, two-wheelers, and quadricycles was 27,73,039 units. The burgeoning growth of the automotive industry is propelling the demand for these materials. Moreover, the push for fuel-efficient vehicles has led to increased adoption of polyamides to replace heavier metal parts, aligning with global sustainability goals, and thereby creating a positive outlook for market expansion.
Rise of Bio-Polyamides and Sustainable Practices
Growing environmental concerns and sustainability initiatives are driving the development and adoption of bio-based polyamides in India. A survey by PwC India found that 46% of Indian consumers consider climate change a major threat, leading 60% to adopt more sustainable behaviors. Additionally, consumers are willing to pay a 13.1% premium for sustainably sourced products, reflecting a strong market shift toward eco-friendly alternatives. Bio-polyamides, derived from renewable resources, offer a significantly lower carbon footprint than traditional petroleum-based polyamides. As a result, numerous industries, such as automotive, textiles, and packaging, are increasingly integrating these sustainable materials to align with both regulatory mandates and evolving consumer preferences. The Indian government’s emphasis on sustainable industrial practices, including initiatives promoting biodegradable materials and circular economy strategies, has further accelerated the adoption of bio-polyamides. Moreover, multinational corporations and domestic manufacturers are investing in R&D to enhance the performance and cost-effectiveness of bio-based polyamides. In 2024, sustainability investments saw a significant boost among Indian corporate leaders, with 91% of CXOs reporting an increase in spending. This trend is expected to drive further innovation, ensuring wider application across various industries.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region/country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, application, and end use industry.
Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes aliphatic polyamides and aromatic polyamides.
Application Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes polyamide fibers and films, and engineering plastics.
End Use Industry Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use industry. This includes automotive, electrical and electronics, textile, construction, packaging, consumer goods, and others.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Billion USD |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Aliphatic Polyamides, Aromatic Polyamides |
Applications Covered | Polyamide Fibers and Films, Engineering Plastics |
End Use Industries Covered | Automotive, Electrical and Electronics, Textile, Construction, Packaging, Consumer Goods, Others |
Regions Covered | North India, South India, East India, West India |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |