What Fueled The Previous Growth In The Fire Resistant Fabrics Market?
The fire resistant fabrics market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
•The market size for fire resistant fabrics has shown notable growth in the past few years. The market is projected to expand from $4.55 billion in 2024 to $4.87 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%.
Factors contributing to this increase during the historical period include safety regulations and standards, industrial safety requirements, strict workplace safety norms, growth in the oil and gas industry, and an increased awareness of worker rights.
What Is The Expected Growth In The Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size?
The fire resistant fabrics market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The market for fire resistant fabrics is projected to experience significant expansion in the upcoming years, with an expected valuation of "$6.74 billion in 2029, rising at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%.
This surge in the projected period is attributable to factors such as its increasing utilization in the electric power sector, better comfort and breathability, changes in regulatory frameworks, the growth of automotive manufacturing, and the expansion of end-use industries. Key anticipated trends within this period include the progression in fabric technologies, customization and personalization, the incorporation of intelligent technologies, the use of flame-resistant fabrics in domestic textiles, and partnerships for innovation.
What Are The Leading Drivers Of Growth In The Fire Resistant Fabrics Market?
The fire-resistant fabrics market is anticipated to experience growth, fueled by expanding manufacturing activities. Manufacturing, which involves transforming raw materials or parts into finished products using tools, manpower, equipment, and chemical processes, can support the creation of flame-resistant materials by improving their accessibility and making them more affordable. Various sectors such as military, electrical, petroleum, chemical manufacturing, and emergency response make use of flame-resistant textiles. By increasing the production of these materials, workers in these sectors will have better shield against fire hazards. Additionally, the use of flame-resistant materials can enhance worker productivity and safety. For example, in March 2023, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), an Austria-based UN entity assisting in economic and industrial development, reported that global manufacturing output had consistently maintained a yearly growth rate of 3–4%. Also, in April 2023, the India Brand Equity Foundation, an India-based trust founded by the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, reported that manufacturing exports from India for FY22 hit a record $418 billion, a surge of over 40% from the previous year’s $290 billion. Hence, the expansion in manufacturing activities is fueling the growth of the fire-resistant fabrics market.
How Are The Segments Defined Within The Global Fire Resistant Fabrics Market?
The fire resistant fabrics market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Apparel, Non-Apparel
2) By Materials: Cotton, Nylon, Aramid, Polyesters, Other Materials
3) By Processing: Woven, Non-Woven, Knitted
4) By Application: Protective Wear, Upholstery, Tents And Coverings, Curtains And Drapes, Other Applications
5) By End-User: Industrial, Defense And Public Safety Services, Transport
Subsegments:
1) By Apparel: Flame-Resistant Clothing, Firefighter Gear, Industrial Workwear, Arc-Flash Protective Clothing, Military Uniforms
2) By Non-Apparel: Upholstery Fabrics, Curtains And Drapes, Tents And Tarps, Industrial Curtains, Protective Covers And Blankets
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How Are New Trends Expected To Influence The Growth Of The Fire Resistant Fabrics Market?
The emergence of technological innovations is a major trend making waves in the fire-resistant fabric industry. A primary strategy for many of the leading firms in this market is to develop cutting-edge safety solutions to consolidate their market standing. For example, in June 2022, DuPont de Nemours Inc., a chemical corporation based in the US, launched DuPont Nomex Comfort equipped with EcoForce technology - a novel chemical and flame-resistant fabric that not only boosts worker safety but also makes protective clothing more sustainable. The new fabric, apart from offering superior protection against chemicals and flames, responds to increased environmental concerns related to personal protective equipment (PPE). It offers protection for workers in high-risk industries like oil and gas or the chemical sector. The innate flame-resistant properties of the fabric enable it to maintain its structural solidity and flexibility post flame exposure, ensuring maximum protection while not hampering movement. The fabric meets the EN 13034 standard and provides strong defense against liquid chemicals, arc flashes, ultrahigh temperatures, and static electricity.
Who Are the Key Players in the Fire Resistant Fabrics Market?
Major companies operating in the fire resistant fabrics market include:
• E.I. DuPont De Nemours and Company
• Kaneka Corporation
• PBI Performance Products Inc.
• Royal TenCate N.V. Teijin Ltd.
• Gun EI Chemical Industry Co. Ltd.
• Huntsman Corporation
• Solvay S.A.
• Milliken & Company
• Evonik Industries AG
• Toyobo Co. Ltd.
• W. L. Gore Associates Inc.
• Indorama Corporation
• Norfab Corporation
• Safety Components Fabric Technologies Inc.
• Teijin Ltd.
• Westex
• AMERICAN & EFIRD LLC
• Apex Mills Corporation
• AUBURN MANUFACTURING INC.
• BGF INDUSTRIES INC.
• Emtexglobal USA
• Forceprotector Gear LLC
• Rivertex Technical Fabrics Group
• Precision Fabrics Group Inc.
• Carrington Textiles Ltd.
• Arvind Limited
• Mount Vernon Mills Inc.
• Burlington Industries LLC
• Glen Raven Technical Fabrics LLC
• Newtex Industries Inc.
• SSM Industries Inc.
• Tex Tech Industries Inc.
What Is The Most Dominant Region In The Fire Resistant Fabrics Market?
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the fire-resistant fabric market in 2024. It is expected to be the fastest growing region in the global fire-resistant fabric market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the fire-resistant fabrics market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
