The global technical textile market size reached USD 213.7 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 313.7 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.14% during 2025-2033. The increasing construction of residential and commercial buildings, rising prevalence of chronic diseases, and the growing utilization of technical textiles across different industry verticals represent some of the key factors driving the market.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024
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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
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USD 213.7 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033
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USD 313.7 Billion |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 4.14% |
Technical textiles are used for specific technical functions and applications beyond traditional clothing, aesthetics, and furnishing. They are lightweight, durable, robust, and resistant to abrasion and extreme climatic conditions. They exhibit waterproofing and breathability properties and protect against harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. They are used in the manufacturing of airbags, composites, smart textiles, geotextiles, sensors, and wearable technology. They are also utilized in the aerospace, automotive, sports, construction, and agriculture industries. Besides this, as they have antimicrobial properties and reduce body odors, technical textiles find extensive applications in the healthcare sector in the production of medical implants and apparel, such as gowns, masks, and gloves.
At present, rapid urbanization, expanding global population, and increasing construction and remodeling activities across residential and commercial sectors represent one of the primary factors stimulating market growth. Additionally, significant growth in the automotive industry and the widespread adoption of technical textiles in the manufacturing of lightweight vehicles with optimal fuel efficiency are offering lucrative opportunities to manufacturers. Technical textiles are employed in manufacturing numerous components of automobiles, which include air and oil filters, carpets, and battery separators. Along with this, the increasing sales of hybrid and electric vehicles (H/EVs) are driving product demand across the globe. Apart from this, the rising disposable medical clothes, along with the expansion of hospitals and healthcare centers worldwide, are contributing to market growth. Furthermore, the integration of advanced technologies in textile manufacturing procedures for the development of innovative technical textiles with more enhanced features is favoring market growth. Additionally, rising cases of construction site accidents and the growing prevalence of several infectious diseases are catalyzing the demand for personal protective equipment (PPE), which is offering a favorable market outlook. Moreover, rising environmental concerns are increasing the demand for sustainable and eco-friendly technical textiles across industries. Besides this, the growing participation of individuals in sports is resulting in the expanding product utilization. Furthermore, the rising focus of leading market players on strategic collaborations and mergers and acquisitions to expand their market reach and improve overall profitability is expected to propel the market growth in the coming years.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global technical textile market, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels from 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on material, process, and application.
Material Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the technical textile market based on the material. This includes natural fiber [cotton wool, and others]; synthetic polymers/fibers [polyether sulfone (PES), polyamide (PA), polyacrylonitrile (PAN), polypropylene (PP), polyester, and others]; mineral fiber [asbestos, glass fiber and ceramic fiber]; regenerated fiber [rayon and acetate]; metal fiber; and others. According to the report, synthetic polymers/fibers represented the largest segment.
Process Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the technical textile market based on the process. This includes woven, non-woven, and others. According to the report, non-woven accounted for the largest market share.
Application Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the technical textile market based on the application has also been provided in the report. This includes MobilTech, InduTech, SporTech, BuildTech, HomeTech, ClothTech, MediTech, AgroTech, ProTech, PackTech, GeoTech, and OekoTech. According to the report, MobilTech accounted for the largest market share.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Asia Pacific was the largest market for technical textile. Some of the factors driving the Asia Pacific technical textile market included rapid industrialization, availability of low cost raw materials, rising awareness among individuals about the benefits offered by technical textile, such as durability, flexibility, and strength, etc.
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global technical textile market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the companies covered include 3M Company, Asahi Kasei Advance Corporation (Asahi Kasei Corporation), Baltex, Barry Global Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Duvaltex Inc., Freudenberg & Co. KG, Hindustan Mills Limited, HUESKER Synthetic GmbH, Huntsman Corporation, Milliken & Company, SKAPS Industries, SRF Limited (Kama Holdings Ltd.), etc. Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.
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 and Forecast Trends, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Predictive Market Assessment:
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Materials Covered |
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Processes Covered | Woven, Non-woven, Others |
Applications Covered | MobilTech, InduTech, SporTech, BuildTech, HomeTech, ClothTech, MediTech, AgroTech, ProTech, PackTech, GeoTech, OekoTech |
Regions Covered | Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa |
Countries Covered | United States, Canada, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico |
Companies Covered | 3M Company, Asahi Kasei Advance Corporation (Asahi Kasei Corporation), Baltex, Barry Global Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Duvaltex Inc., Freudenberg & Co. KG, Hindustan Mills Limited, HUESKER Synthetic GmbH, Huntsman Corporation, Milliken & Company, SKAPS Industries, SRF Limited (Kama Holdings Ltd.), etc. |
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) |
Key Benefits for Stakeholders:
The technical textile market was valued at USD 213.7 Billion in 2024.
The technical textile market is projected to exhibit a CAGR of 4.14% during 2025-2033, reaching a value of USD 313.7 Billion by 2033.
The technical textile market is driven by rising demand for high-performance fabrics in automotive, healthcare, construction, and industrial applications. Innovations like nanotechnology, 3D weaving, and smart textiles enhance durability and functionality, while supportive government initiatives and growing infrastructure development further stimulate global market growth.
Synthetic polymers/fibers currently dominate the technical textile market due to their strength, durability, and adaptability across industries like automotive, construction, and healthcare. High-performance characteristics, lightweight properties, cost-effectiveness, and growing demand for advanced functional textiles drive widespread adoption, making synthetic fibers a critical segment in global technical textile growth.
Non-woven currently dominates the technical textile market, due to their cost-effectiveness, versatility, and wide applications in healthcare, hygiene, construction, and automotive sectors. Rising demand for disposable products, advancements in manufacturing technologies, and growing industrial and medical needs drive adoption, making non-woven fabrics a key growth segment globally.
MobilTech currently dominates the technical textile market, due to increasing demand for lightweight, durable, and high-performance materials in automotive and transportation applications. Growing vehicle production, emphasis on fuel efficiency, and the adoption of advanced textile technologies drive market expansion. Strong industry investments further reinforce MobilTech’s leading market position globally.
Asia Pacific currently dominates the technical textile market, due to rapid industrialization, expanding automotive and construction sectors, rising healthcare demands, and growing adoption of advanced textile technologies. Strong manufacturing capabilities, supportive government policies, and increasing investments in infrastructure drive regional growth, making it the leading market for technical textiles globally.
Some of the major players in the technical textile market include 3M Company, Asahi Kasei Advance Corporation (Asahi Kasei Corporation), Baltex, Barry Global Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Duvaltex Inc., Freudenberg & Co. KG, Hindustan Mills Limited, HUESKER Synthetic GmbH, Huntsman Corporation, Milliken & Company, SKAPS Industries, SRF Limited (Kama Holdings Ltd.), etc.