World - Nonwoven Fabric - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Nonwoven Fabric - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | United States |
| 2 | China |
| 3 | Pakistan |
| 4 | Nigeria |
| 5 | Germany |
In value terms, the United States, China and Pakistan were the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2020, with a combined 36% share of the global market. Nigeria, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, Bangladesh, South Korea, Italy, Mexico, Brazil and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.
South Korea recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to market size, among the main consuming countries over the period under review, while nonwoven fabric market for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Nonwoven Fabric Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Malaysia | 2619 | 2541 | 2262 | -7.1% |
| India | 2536 | 2520 | 2405 | -2.6% |
| Turkey | 2750 | 2608 | 2734 | -0.3% |
| Thailand | 3027 | 3192 | 2973 | -0.9% |
| Czech Republic | 3457 | 3252 | 3003 | -6.8% |
| Poland | 3822 | 3792 | 3446 | -5.0% |
| China | 3074 | 2953 | 3605 | 8.3% |
| Spain | 4147 | 4217 | 3805 | -4.2% |
| Italy | 4165 | 4212 | 4198 | 0.4% |
| France | 4142 | 4289 | 4321 | 2.1% |
| Belgium | 5537 | 5277 | 5284 | -2.3% |
| Germany | 5544 | 5345 | 5309 | -2.1% |
| United States | 6005 | 6547 | 6429 | 3.5% |
| Average | 4114 | 4046 | 4131 | 0.2% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the United States ($6,429 per ton), while Malaysia ($2,262 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| China | 6397 | 6694 | 6469 | 0.6% |
| Italy | 4950 | 4775 | 5150 | 2.0% |
| Vietnam | 4717 | 4556 | 4720 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 4582 | 4458 | 4685 | 1.1% |
| Germany | 4668 | 4535 | 4288 | -4.2% |
| South Korea | 3680 | 3388 | 4138 | 6.0% |
| France | 4710 | 4219 | 4123 | -6.4% |
| United States | 4503 | 4625 | 3825 | -7.8% |
| United Kingdom | 3824 | 3719 | 3744 | -1.1% |
| Mexico | 4806 | 4911 | 3381 | -16.1% |
| Poland | 3548 | 3429 | 3315 | -3.3% |
| Japan | 3311 | 3342 | 3289 | -0.3% |
| Russia | 3261 | 3104 | 2720 | -8.7% |
| Average | 4136 | 4028 | 3990 | -1.8% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was China ($6,469 per ton), while Russia ($2,720 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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Nonwoven Fabric - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| United States | 1.5 | 1.5 | 2.1 | 17.5% |
| Germany | 1.2 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 0.8% |
| China | 0.9 | 0.8 | 1.1 | 10.2% |
| Japan | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 4.6% |
| South Korea | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 30.1% |
In value terms, the largest nonwoven fabric importing markets worldwide were the United States ($2.1B), Germany ($1.2B) and China ($1.1B), with a combined 24% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Italy, Poland, Canada, Mexico, the UK, France and Russia, which together accounted for a further 32%.
South Korea saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Nonwoven Fabric - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| China | 3 | 3.1 | 5 | 30.7% |
| Germany | 2.2 | 2.1 | 2.1 | -1.4% |
| United States | 1.9 | 1.8 | 1.9 | 1.2% |
| Italy | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 3.0% |
| Turkey | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 8.1% |
In value terms, China ($5B) remains the largest nonwoven fabric supplier worldwide, comprising 28% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany ($2.1B), with a 12% share of global exports. It was followed by the United States, with a 10% share.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China totaled +30.7%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Germany (-1.4% per year) and the United States (+1.2% per year).
Nonwoven Fabric - Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for nonwoven fabric worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to decelerate, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Nonwoven Fabric - Top Companies
Yinchuan Fukang Felt Industrial Trade Co., Ltd., Avintiv Specialty Materials Inc., Avintiv Inc., Anshan Shuangying Industrial Cloth Manufacturing Co.,Ltd., Lydall, Inc., Fibertex Personal Care A/S, Avgol Ltd., Sandler AG, Companhia Providência Indústria e Comércio, JAPAN VILENE COMPANY, LTD., PEGAS NONWOVENS Czech s.r.o., Johann Borgers GmbH, NAN LIU ENTERPRISE CO., LTD., Scorpio Acquisition Corporation, ALCANTARA SPA, Chicopee Inc, AKINAL SENTETIK TEKSTIL SANAYI VE TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI, UNICHARM KOKKO NONWOVEN CO.,LTD., UNION INDUSTRIES SPA, Foss Manufacturing Company LLC
Nonwoven Fabric - Product Coverage
- HS 560311 - Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2)
- HS 560312 - Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2)
- HS 560313 - Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 70g/m2 but not more than 150g/m2)
- HS 560314 - Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 150g/m2)
- HS 560391 - Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2)
- HS 560392 - Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2)
- HS 560393 - Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 70g/m2 but not more than 150g/m2)
- HS 560394 - Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 150g/m2)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global nonwoven fabric market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 13951010 - Non-wovens of a weight . .25 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
- Prodcom 13951020 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .25 g/m. but . .70 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
- Prodcom 13951030 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .70 g/m. but . .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
- Prodcom 13951050 - Non-wovens of a weight of > .150 g/m. (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel, coated or covered)
- Prodcom 13951070 - Non-wovens, coated or covered (including articles made from non-wovens) (excluding articles of apparel)
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
Company coverage:
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- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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During the pandemic, increased demand for facemasks and medical textiles accelerated the growth in global nonwoven fabric exports. China remains the largest supplier of the product worldwide. By 2030, the market for nonwovens should expand to 13M tons driven by the recovering demand from the construction, manufacturing and agricultural sectors as well as continued high consumption rates in the medical industry.
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In 2016, the amount of nonwoven textile imported worldwide stood at X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X>
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In 2016, the amount of nonwoven textile imported worldwide stood at X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X>
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China has become the leader in the global nonwoven textile trade. In 2014, China exported X thousand tons of nonwoven textiles, totaling X billion USD, X% over the previous year. Its primary trading partner was the U.S., where it supplied X%
