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Industrial Protective Fabrics Market Analysis

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Published Date: Aug 2024
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Industrial Protective Fabrics Market Analysis

Industrial Protective Fabrics Market Size, By Raw Material, 2021 - 2032 (USD Billion)

Based on raw material, the aramid segment was worth over USD 2.8 billion in 2023. Aramid fabrics are becoming popular because they are flame-resistant, durable, non-conductive, strong at high temperatures, and lightweight. Chemical companies are also investing more in expanding their facilities. For example, in July 2022, BASF invested USD 780 million to expand its Louisiana MDI manufacturing complex. These factors will increase the use of aramid fibers in protective gear for chemical plant workers, providing better protection against chemical splashes.

Industrial Protective Fabrics Market Revenue Share, By Application, 2023

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Based on application, the industrial protective fabrics are designed with three layers, including a moisture barrier and an outer shell. They also have a thermal layer that ensures air circulation, moisture resistance, and chemical protection. The growing need for flame-resistant PPE in construction, oil and gas, military, mining, and chemical industries will drive the global use of protective fabrics in fireman suits.

The healthcare and laboratories segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 10.5% through 2032, due to the high demand for PPE in medical labs and healthcare facilities. Protective clothing is essential for protecting workers from blood splashes, pathogen penetration, and infectious body fluids. The high risk of infectious disease transmission will increase the use of protective fabrics in healthcare PPE.

Europe Industrial Protective Fabrics Market Size, 2021- 2032 (USD Billion)

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Europe industrial protective fabrics market size surpassed USD 1.6 billion in 2023. Key to this growth is the backing of government policies like Regulation (EU) 2017/425, which mandates high-quality protective clothing. Concurrently, governmental bodies are prioritizing grid expansion projects to bolster renewable energy storage. This push is set to boost the demand for industrial protective apparel, particularly for safeguarding against electric hazards, thereby fostering the region's market growth.

Authors: Kiran Pulidindi, Manish Verma

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The market size of industrial protective fabrics was worth over USD 5.1 billion in 2023 and is expected to register over 11.3% CAGR from 2024 to 2032, owing to rise in oil and gas production, increasing the need for these fabrics worldwide.

Industrial protective fabrics industry from the aramid segment reached over USD 2.8 billion in 2023 and is expected to register an appreciable CAGR from 2024 to 2032, due to being flame-resistant, durable, non-conductive, strong at high temperatures, and lightweight.

Europe industrial protective fabrics industry size crossed USD 1.6 billion in 2023 and is expected to register a commendable CAGR from 2024 to 2032, due to government policies like regulation (EU) 2017/425, which mandates high-quality protective clothing in the region.

Honeywell International Inc., Klopman International, KOLON Industries, Loyal Textiles Mills Ltd., Milliken & Company, Tejin Ltd., TenCate Fabrics EU, Tex Tech Industries, W. Barnet GmbH & Co, and WL Gore & Associates, are some of the major industrial protective fabrics companies worldwide.