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Global Non-woven Fabrics Market Industry Research Report 2026

Explore detailed insights, trends, growth drivers, key players, and forecasts for the Global Non-woven Fabrics Market Industry Research Report 2026 market worldwide.

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Date: 01-2026

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Global Non-woven Fabrics Market Report (2026–2036)

Market Outlook

Chem Reports projects that the Non-woven Fabrics Market, valued at USD xxxx million in 2025, is expected to reach USD xxxx million by 2036, expanding at a CAGR of xx% during 2026–2036.
This growth is driven by rising demand in medical, hygiene, automotive, and industrial applications, alongside innovations in sustainable and high-performance non-woven technologies.

Market Overview

The Global Non-woven Fabrics Market Report 2026–2036 delivers comprehensive insights into:

  • Development drivers, restraints, and opportunities
  • Market flows and size evolution
  • Historical and present market values with forward-looking forecasts
  • Government policies, environmental regulations, and sustainability initiatives
  • Competitive landscape and innovation pipelines

Research methodology integrates primary interviews with industry stakeholders and secondary data sources, ensuring robust and actionable intelligence.

Impact of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the non-woven fabrics market in 2020, particularly through surging demand for medical and hygiene applications (e.g., masks, gowns, wipes).
Key long-term effects include:

  • Structural demand growth in healthcare and hygiene sectors
  • Supply chain diversification to mitigate future disruptions
  • Accelerated innovation in antimicrobial and sustainable non-wovens

Market Segmentation (2026–2036)

By Type

  • Spunbond non-woven fabric
  • Spunlace non-woven fabric
  • Needle punch non-woven fabric
  • Meltblown non-woven fabric
  • Wet laid non-woven fabric
  • Other processes

By Application

  • Medical and health industry
  • Family décor and furnishings
  • Clothing industry
  • Industrial applications
  • Agricultural uses
  • Automotive industry

Regional Analysis

  • North America: Strong demand in healthcare and hygiene; innovation in sustainable non-wovens.
  • Europe: Emphasis on environmental compliance and circular economy; steady growth in automotive and industrial applications.
  • Asia-Pacific: Largest and fastest-growing market, led by China and India; expansion in medical, hygiene, and automotive sectors.
  • South America: Growth in Brazil and Argentina, particularly in hygiene and agriculture.
  • Middle East & Africa: Emerging demand in construction, automotive, and healthcare, though growth is constrained by economic volatility.

Key Players

  • Ahlstrom
  • Freudenberg
  • AVINTIV
  • Asahi Kasei
  • Avgol
  • Bonar
  • Toray
  • CHTC Jiahua Nonwoven
  • Dalian Ruiguang Group
  • Kimberly-Clark
  • Fibertex
  • First Quality
  • Fitesa
  • Foss Manufacturing
  • Georgia-Pacific
  • Glatfelter
  • Action Nonwovens
  • Lydall
  • Milliken & Company
  • Ultra Non Woven
  • PEGAS
  • Mitsui

These players are focusing on capacity expansion, product innovation, and sustainability initiatives to strengthen market positioning.

Strategic Insights (2026–2036)

  • Healthcare and hygiene will remain the largest demand driver, supported by structural post-COVID demand.
  • Automotive and industrial applications are expected to grow steadily, driven by lightweight and durable material needs.
  • Asia-Pacific will continue to dominate production and consumption, while Europe leads in sustainability-driven adoption.
  • Competitive intensity will rise, with regional manufacturers challenging global incumbents through cost and niche specialization.

Global Non-woven Fabrics Market Intelligence Brief (2026–2036)

Short Description / Definition

Non-woven fabrics are engineered materials made by bonding fibers together through mechanical, thermal, or chemical processes, rather than weaving or knitting. They are widely used in hygiene, medical, automotive, agriculture, and industrial applications due to their versatility, cost-effectiveness, and performance properties.

Regional Analysis

  • North America: Strong demand in healthcare and hygiene; innovation in sustainable non-wovens and filtration.
  • Europe: Emphasis on environmental compliance and circular economy; steady growth in automotive and industrial sectors.
  • Asia-Pacific: Largest and fastest-growing market, led by China and India; expansion in medical, hygiene, and automotive industries.
  • South America: Growth in Brazil and Argentina, particularly in hygiene and agriculture.
  • Middle East & Africa: Emerging demand in construction, automotive, and healthcare, though growth is constrained by economic volatility.

Porter’s Five Forces

  1. Threat of New Entrants: Moderate – capital investment and technology requirements create barriers, but regional players can enter with cost advantages.
  2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers: Moderate – dependence on petrochemical feedstocks (polypropylene, polyester) gives suppliers leverage.
  3. Bargaining Power of Buyers: High – large OEMs in hygiene, medical, and automotive sectors demand competitive pricing and innovation.
  4. Threat of Substitutes: Moderate to High – woven fabrics, films, and emerging bio-based alternatives pose substitution risks.
  5. Industry Rivalry: Intense – global incumbents and regional challengers compete on price, quality, and sustainability.

SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Versatile applications across industries
  • Cost-effective and scalable production
  • High demand in hygiene and medical sectors

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on petrochemical feedstocks
  • Environmental concerns regarding disposal and recyclability
  • Price sensitivity in emerging markets

Opportunities

  • Rising demand in Asia-Pacific healthcare and hygiene sectors
  • Innovation in bio-based and recyclable non-wovens
  • Growth in automotive lightweight materials

Threats

  • Regulatory pressures in Europe and North America
  • Volatile raw material prices
  • Competition from woven fabrics and bio-based substitutes

Trend Analysis

  • Surge in medical and hygiene applications post-COVID, including masks, gowns, and wipes.
  • Rising adoption of eco-friendly non-wovens with recyclable and bio-based inputs.
  • Growth in automotive lightweight materials for interiors and filtration.
  • Expansion in agriculture and construction for geotextiles and protective coverings.

Drivers & Challenges

Drivers

  • Structural demand growth in healthcare and hygiene
  • Cost-effectiveness and versatility compared to woven fabrics
  • Technological advancements in production processes

Challenges

  • Environmental and regulatory pressures
  • Volatility in petrochemical feedstock prices
  • Competition from substitutes (woven fabrics, bio-based alternatives)

Value Chain Analysis

  1. Raw Materials: Polypropylene, polyester, viscose, additives
  2. Manufacturing: Spunbond, spunlace, meltblown, needle punch, wet-laid processes
  3. Distribution: Global and regional suppliers, OEM partnerships
  4. End-Use Applications: Medical, hygiene, automotive, agriculture, industrial, clothing, home décor
  5. Aftermarket & Recycling: Emerging focus on sustainable disposal and recycling initiatives

Quick Recommendations for Stakeholders

  • Manufacturers: Invest in bio-based and recyclable non-wovens to meet sustainability demands.
  • Investors: Focus on Asia-Pacific growth opportunities, particularly in healthcare and hygiene.
  • Policy Makers: Encourage recycling and sustainable practices to balance industry growth with environmental concerns.
  • OEMs (Medical, Hygiene, Automotive): Diversify sourcing strategies to mitigate raw material volatility and ensure compliance.
  • New Entrants: Target niche applications (e.g., agriculture, geotextiles) with cost-competitive offerings.

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1. Market Overview of Non-woven Fabrics
    1.1 Non-woven Fabrics Market Overview
        1.1.1 Non-woven Fabrics Product Scope
        1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
    1.2 Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Regions:
    1.3 Non-woven Fabrics Historic Market Size by Regions
    1.4 Non-woven Fabrics Forecasted Market Size by Regions
    1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
        1.5.1 North America
        1.5.2 East Asia
        1.5.3 Europe
        1.5.4 South Asia
        1.5.5 Southeast Asia
        1.5.6 Middle East
        1.5.7 Africa
        1.5.8 Oceania
        1.5.9 South America
        1.5.10 Rest of the World
    1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
        1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth, 2019, 2020 and 2025 Projections
        1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
        1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Non-woven Fabrics Sales Market by Type
    2.1 Global Non-woven Fabrics Historic Market Size by Type
    2.2 Global Non-woven Fabrics Forecasted Market Size by Type
    2.3 Spunbond non-woven fabric
    2.4 Spunlace non-woven fabric
    2.5 Needle punch non-woven fabric
    2.6 Meltblown non-woven fabric
    2.7 Wet laid non-woven fabric
    2.8 Non-woven fabric (with other process)
3. Covid-19 Impact Non-woven Fabrics Sales Market by Application
    3.1 Global Non-woven Fabrics Historic Market Size by Application
    3.2 Global Non-woven Fabrics Forecasted Market Size by Application
    3.3 Medical and health industry
    3.4 Family decorates
    3.5 Clothing industry
    3.6 Industrial
    3.7 Agricultural
    3.8 Automotive industry
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
    4.1 Global Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
    4.2 Global Non-woven Fabrics Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
    4.3 Global Non-woven Fabrics Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Non-woven Fabrics Business
    5.1 Ahlstrom
        5.1.1 Ahlstrom Company Profile
        5.1.2 Ahlstrom Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.1.3 Ahlstrom Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.2 Freudenberg
        5.2.1 Freudenberg Company Profile
        5.2.2 Freudenberg Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.2.3 Freudenberg Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.3 AVINTIV
        5.3.1 AVINTIV Company Profile
        5.3.2 AVINTIV Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.3.3 AVINTIV Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.4 Asahi Kasei
        5.4.1 Asahi Kasei Company Profile
        5.4.2 Asahi Kasei Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.4.3 Asahi Kasei Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.5 Avgol
        5.5.1 Avgol Company Profile
        5.5.2 Avgol Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.5.3 Avgol Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.6 Bonar
        5.6.1 Bonar Company Profile
        5.6.2 Bonar Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.6.3 Bonar Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.7 Toray
        5.7.1 Toray Company Profile
        5.7.2 Toray Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.7.3 Toray Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.8 CHTC Jiahua Nonwoven
        5.8.1 CHTC Jiahua Nonwoven Company Profile
        5.8.2 CHTC Jiahua Nonwoven Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.8.3 CHTC Jiahua Nonwoven Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.9 Dalian Ruiguang Group
        5.9.1 Dalian Ruiguang Group Company Profile
        5.9.2 Dalian Ruiguang Group Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.9.3 Dalian Ruiguang Group Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.10 Kimberly-Clark
        5.10.1 Kimberly-Clark Company Profile
        5.10.2 Kimberly-Clark Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.10.3 Kimberly-Clark Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.11 Fibertex
        5.11.1 Fibertex Company Profile
        5.11.2 Fibertex Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.11.3 Fibertex Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.12 First Quality
        5.12.1 First Quality Company Profile
        5.12.2 First Quality Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.12.3 First Quality Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.13 Fitesa
        5.13.1 Fitesa Company Profile
        5.13.2 Fitesa Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.13.3 Fitesa Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.14 Foss Manufacturing
        5.14.1 Foss Manufacturing Company Profile
        5.14.2 Foss Manufacturing Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.14.3 Foss Manufacturing Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.15 Georgia-Pacific
        5.15.1 Georgia-Pacific Company Profile
        5.15.2 Georgia-Pacific Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.15.3 Georgia-Pacific Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.16 Glatfelter
        5.16.1 Glatfelter Company Profile
        5.16.2 Glatfelter Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.16.3 Glatfelter Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.17 Action Nonwovens
        5.17.1 Action Nonwovens Company Profile
        5.17.2 Action Nonwovens Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.17.3 Action Nonwovens Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.18 Lydall
        5.18.1 Lydall Company Profile
        5.18.2 Lydall Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.18.3 Lydall Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.19 Milliken & Company
        5.19.1 Milliken & Company Company Profile
        5.19.2 Milliken & Company Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.19.3 Milliken & Company Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.20 Ultra Non Woven
        5.20.1 Ultra Non Woven Company Profile
        5.20.2 Ultra Non Woven Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.20.3 Ultra Non Woven Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.21 PEGAS
        5.21.1 PEGAS Company Profile
        5.21.2 PEGAS Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.21.3 PEGAS Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.22 Mitsui
        5.22.1 Mitsui Company Profile
        5.22.2 Mitsui Non-woven Fabrics Product Specification
        5.22.3 Mitsui Non-woven Fabrics Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
    6.1 North America Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    6.2 North America Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    6.3 North America Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    6.4 North America Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
    7.1 East Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    7.2 East Asia Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    7.3 East Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    7.4 East Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
8. Europe
    8.1 Europe Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    8.2 Europe Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    8.3 Europe Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    8.4 Europe Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
    9.1 South Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    9.2 South Asia Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    9.3 South Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    9.4 South Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
    10.1 Southeast Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    10.2 Southeast Asia Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    10.3 Southeast Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    10.4 Southeast Asia Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
    11.1 Middle East Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    11.2 Middle East Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    11.3 Middle East Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    11.4 Middle East Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
12. Africa
    12.1 Africa Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    12.2 Africa Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    12.3 Africa Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    12.4 Africa Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
    13.1 Oceania Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    13.2 Oceania Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    13.3 Oceania Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    13.4 Oceania Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
14. South America
    14.1 South America Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    14.2 South America Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    14.3 South America Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    14.4 South America Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
    15.1 Rest of the World Non-woven Fabrics Market Size
    15.2 Rest of the World Non-woven Fabrics Key Players in North America
    15.3 Rest of the World Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Type
    15.4 Rest of the World Non-woven Fabrics Market Size by Application
16 Non-woven Fabrics Market Dynamics
    16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
    16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
    16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
    16.4 Porter?s Five Forces Analysis
18 Regulatory Information
17 Analyst's Viewpoints/Conclusions
18 Appendix
    18.1 Research Methodology
        18.1.1 Methodology/Research Approach
        18.1.2 Data Source
    18.2 Disclaimer

Market Segmentation (2026–2036)

By Type

  • Spunbond non-woven fabric
  • Spunlace non-woven fabric
  • Needle punch non-woven fabric
  • Meltblown non-woven fabric
  • Wet laid non-woven fabric
  • Other processes

By Application

  • Medical and health industry
  • Family décor and furnishings
  • Clothing industry
  • Industrial applications
  • Agricultural uses
  • Automotive industry

Regional Analysis

  • North America: Strong demand in healthcare and hygiene; innovation in sustainable non-wovens.
  • Europe: Emphasis on environmental compliance and circular economy; steady growth in automotive and industrial applications.
  • Asia-Pacific: Largest and fastest-growing market, led by China and India; expansion in medical, hygiene, and automotive sectors.
  • South America: Growth in Brazil and Argentina, particularly in hygiene and agriculture.
  • Middle East & Africa: Emerging demand in construction, automotive, and healthcare, though growth is constrained by economic volatility.

Key Players

  • Ahlstrom
  • Freudenberg
  • AVINTIV
  • Asahi Kasei
  • Avgol
  • Bonar
  • Toray
  • CHTC Jiahua Nonwoven
  • Dalian Ruiguang Group
  • Kimberly-Clark
  • Fibertex
  • First Quality
  • Fitesa
  • Foss Manufacturing
  • Georgia-Pacific
  • Glatfelter
  • Action Nonwovens
  • Lydall
  • Milliken & Company
  • Ultra Non Woven
  • PEGAS
  • Mitsui

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