The natural fibers market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The market size for natural fibers has experienced significant growth in the past few years. With the projected increase from $73.74 billion in 2024 to $77.89 billion in 2025, it is evident that the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is 5.6%.
The rise recorded during the historical period is due to factors like cultural heritage and tradition, the growth of the textile industry, the influence of the industrial revolution, fluctuating demand trends, and the prevalence of cotton.
The natural fibers market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• In the upcoming years, the market size for natural fibers is predicted to experience substantial growth, escalating to $100.39 billion by 2029, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%.
Factors contributing to this growth in the predicted period include the streamlining of the supply chain, a competitive business environment, innovative processing techniques, shifting consumer preferences, and increased investments in research. Noteworthy trends for the same forecast period encompass a drive for sustainability, innovative applications, the influence of fashion and design, initiatives for a circular economy, and brand commitments towards sustainability.
As the emphasis on vehicle fuel efficiency intensifies, the natural fibers market is poised to benefit considerably. Fuel efficiency is the measure of a vehicle's ability to travel longer distances with a specific amount of fuel. Merely by lessening the weight of the vehicle, natural fibers contribute to the production of fuel-efficient vehicles as less fuel is consumed. For example, the International Energy Agency, a France-based independent intergovernmental body, reported in March 2023 that CO2 emissions related to industrial procedures and energy combustion rose by 0.9% or 321 Mt (Million Tones) in 2022. Consequently, the increased emphasis on fuel efficiency acts as a catalyst for the growth of the natural fiber market.
The natural fibers market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Cellulose based natural fiber, Protein based natural fiber
2) By Distribution Channel: Direct/Institutional Sales, Retail Sales, Other Channel Sales
3) By End-Use Industry: Automotive, Textile, Medical, Other End Use
Subsegments:
1) By Cellulose-Based Natural Fiber: Cotton, Flax, Jute, Hemp, Bamboo
2) By Protein-Based Natural Fiber: Wool, Silk, Cashmere, Mohair, Alpaca
The current trend gripping the natural fibers market is product innovation. In order to secure their place in this market, leading companies are pioneering new products that leverage advanced technology. A case in point is Lenzing AG, a notable Austrian company in sustainable textile production. In November 2022, they introduced carbon-neutral VEOCEL Lyocell fibers from their specialized production site in the United States. This move aligns with Lenzing's overall dedication to sustainability and innovation in the textiles realm.
Major companies operating in the natural fibers market include:
• BASF SE
• UPM-Kymmene Oyj
• Trex Company Inc.
• Fiberon LLC
• Barnhardt Natural Fibers LLC
• Polyvlies Franz Beyer GMBH & Co KG
• Bcomp Ltd.
• Procotex SA Corporation NV
• Ananas Anam
• FlexForm Technologies
• Swicofil AG
• JELU-WERK J. Ehrler GmbH and Co KG
• Tecnaro GmbH
• Bast Fiber Technologies Inc.
• The Natural Fibre Company
• Dividan LLC
• Oeko-Tex AG
• GreenGran BV
• The Flax Company SARL
• Industrial Hemp Manufacturing LLC
• Jaydeep Cotton Fibers Pvt Ltd.
• Asha Cotton Industries Limited
• Vrijesh Natural Fibre & Fabrics Pvt Ltd.
• Dun Agro Hemp Group
• NATURALUS PLUOŠTAS UAB
• GreenCore Composites Inc.
• Meshlin Composites Zrt
• BAFA Neu GmbH
• Castellins NV
• Circular Systems
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the natural fibers market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the natural fibers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.