Nonwoven Filtration Market by Type, Technology, End Use Industry

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[196 Pages Report] The Nonwoven Filtration Market size was estimated at USD 8.03 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 8.65 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 8.25% to reach USD 13.99 billion by 2030.

Nonwoven filtration refers to the process where nonwoven fabrics are used to separate particles or contaminants from gasses or liquids. Nonwoven materials are typically made from short fibers bonded together by chemical, mechanical, heat, or solvent treatment as opposed to woven or knitted fabrics. The application of nonwoven filtration spans multiple industries, including automotive, healthcare, HVAC, water filtration, and food and beverages. End-uses involve air and liquid filtration for removing particulates, controlling pollution, ensuring cleanroom standards, and maintaining sterility in products and processes. The nonwoven filtration market is growing due to rising demand for nonwoven filtration in water treatment and HVAC systems, significant adoption of nonwoven filters in the medical and healthcare sector, and increasing focus on indoor air quality and the need for high-efficiency filters. However, the adoption of nonwoven filtration is hindered by volatility in raw material prices, the availability of substitute filters, and environmental concerns associated with nonwoven filters. On the other hand, the emergence of novel and advanced technologies, increasing usage of nanotechnology in the production of nonwoven disposable across end users, development of eco-friendly, biodegradable nonwoven filters, and adoption of smart and connected filtration systems present potential opportunities for the nonwoven filtration market to grow in the coming years.

KEY MARKET STATISTICS
Base Year [2023]	USD 8.03 billion
Estimated Year [2024]	USD 8.65 billion
Forecast Year [2030]	USD 13.99 billion
CAGR (%)	8.25%

Technology: Increasing preference for spunbond technology to produce strong, lightweight, and water-resistant nonwoven fabric

Airlaid technology involves the bonding of fibers through air to form a fabric. This process usually employs cellulose fibers, which result in a highly absorbent material. The main application for airlaid nonwovens is in products requiring high absorbency, such as hygiene products, food pads, and tabletop disposables. Meltblow technology produces nonwovens by extruding molten polymer fibers through fine nozzles and blowing them onto a conveyor or drum, where they bond upon cooling. This process creates fine fibers, often used in filtration, as they provide excellent barrier properties for the filtration of particles. Meltblown is often preferred in medical and industrial applications where high filtration efficiency for small particles is critical. Needlepunch technology involves mechanically orienting and interlocking fibers through the use of barbed needles. It produces fabrics with high strength and durability, which are widely used in geotextiles, automotive applications, and synthetic leather. Its high strength properties and versatility in fiber types make it a preferred method for durable products that require mechanical cohesion. Spunbond technology produces nonwoven fabrics by extruding molten thermoplastic polymer fibers continuously before they are drawn and laid on a conveyor belt. This results in a fabric that is strong, lightweight, and water-resistant. Spunbond nonwovens are heavily utilized in disposable diapers, crop covers, and medical gowns due to their low cost and ability to produce large quantities. Spunlace technology, or hydroentanglement, involves entangling a web of loose fibers through multiple high-pressure water jets. This creates a highly absorbent and soft fabric with a cloth feel. Applications are wide-ranging, from medical products to household wipes. Spunlace is favored for its versatility, soft texture, and lack of binders or adhesives, making it desirable for skin-contact products. Thermobonding involves using heat to bond fibers, often in combination with pressure, resulting in a nonwoven fabric with varied thickness and density. Ideal for mattress and furniture insulation, roofing substrates, and automotive linings, it is preferred when a bonding method without additional chemicals or adhesives is required. Wetlaid technology is akin to traditional papermaking but with a wider range of fibers that can be blended. This process distributes a slurry of water and fibers onto a moving screen, where the water is removed, and the web is subsequently bonded.

End Use Industry: Expanding usage of nonwoven filtration for filtering municipal drinking water

In the food and beverage industry, nonwoven filtration is primarily employed for process-water filtration, clarification of juices and wine, and some applications in milk filtration. The sector requires filters that meet stringent standards for food contact as outlined by regulatory organizations. They need to be efficient and possess a high degree of purity to prevent contamination. Within HVAC systems, nonwoven filtrations are crucial for air quality control. These filters must capture a broad range of particle sizes, have high dust-holding capacity, and ensure low-pressure drops to minimize energy consumption. In manufacturing, nonwoven filtration is utilized in applications ranging from dust collection to oil mist removal. The preferences here lean towards durability, handling high volumes, and resistance to various chemicals and temperatures. The medical and healthcare industry uses nonwoven filtration for sterilization wraps, masks, respirators, and room air filtration. These applications require the highest standards for barrier properties to protect against viruses and bacteria. Transportation industries such as automotive, aerospace, and marine rely on nonwoven filtration for cabin air filters, engine air intake filters, and oil and fuel filters. The sector focuses on filters that can ensure performance and reliability while contributing to energy savings. Water filtration encompasses various applications, from municipal drinking water to industrial wastewater treatment. The nonwoven filters in this segment must provide high levels of particulate removal efficiency and water flow without sacrificing filter life. The need-based preferences differ substantially across the end-use industries. While food and beverage and medical and healthcare are most concerned with purity and health safety, HVAC emphasizes energy efficiency, and manufacturing stresses the durability of filters. Transportation end users tend to prioritize performance in tandem with improving energy conservation, and water filtration experts are dedicated to ensuring long-lasting, effective particulate removal.

Regional Insights

The nonwoven filtration market in the United States is characterized by robust technological advancement, diversified manufacturing, and high consumer awareness. American consumers prefer quality and sustainable products that meet specific performance criteria. Recent investments in R&D have led to enhancements in filtration efficiency and longer filter life spans, appealing features for U.S. customers. In Canada, nonwoven filtration solutions are increasingly adopted due to their applications in industries such as water treatment and HVAC systems. South America's nonwoven filtration market is emerging, with growth fueled by urbanization, industrialization, and an increased awareness of environmental standards. Consumers and industries in EU countries show a heightened sensitivity to environmental conservation, leading to a high adoption rate of eco-friendly nonwoven filtration products. The EU market is subject to stringent regulation under REACH and other directives that guide consumer purchasing behaviors towards safer, less polluting options. In the Middle East, there's an increasing demand associated with the oil and gas sector, particularly for durable and high-performance filters. In contrast, Africa's demand is driven by the need for accessible water filtration solutions to address the clean water scarcity issues. The APAC region is characterized by rapid industrial growth, particularly in China, India, and Japan. In China, the government's push towards pollution control creates opportunities for higher-efficiency filters. India's market potential for nonwoven filtration is vast, driven by urbanization and an emphasis on environmental policies. In Japan, the market prioritizes technologically advanced filtration to tackle its unique environmental challenges.

FPNV Positioning Matrix

The FPNV Positioning Matrix is pivotal in evaluating the Nonwoven Filtration Market. It offers a comprehensive assessment of vendors, examining key metrics related to Business Strategy and Product Satisfaction. This in-depth analysis empowers users to make well-informed decisions aligned with their requirements. Based on the evaluation, the vendors are then categorized into four distinct quadrants representing varying levels of success: Forefront (F), Pathfinder (P), Niche (N), or Vital (V).

Market Share Analysis

The Market Share Analysis is a comprehensive tool that provides an insightful and in-depth examination of the current state of vendors in the Nonwoven Filtration Market. By meticulously comparing and analyzing vendor contributions in terms of overall revenue, customer base, and other key metrics, we can offer companies a greater understanding of their performance and the challenges they face when competing for market share. Additionally, this analysis provides valuable insights into the competitive nature of the sector, including factors such as accumulation, fragmentation dominance, and amalgamation traits observed over the base year period studied. With this expanded level of detail, vendors can make more informed decisions and devise effective strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market.

Key Company Profiles

The report delves into recent significant developments in the Nonwoven Filtration Market, highlighting leading vendors and their innovative profiles. These include AD Filtration, Aim Nonwovens and Interiors Private Limited, Alkegen, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Autotech Nonwovens Pvt. Ltd., Avgol Industries Ltd., Berry Global Group, Inc., Bondex, Inc., Cerex Advanced Fabrics, Inc., Fibertex Nonwovens A/S, Fiberweb India Limited, Fitesa S.A., Freudenberg Group, Glatfelter Corporation, Great Lakes Filters, hydroWEB GmbH, IREMA-Filter GmbH, Johns Manville, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., Park Non Woven, Sandler AG, Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. by Mativ Holdings, Inc., Superior Felt & Filtration, LLC, Tex Tech Industries Inc., and TWE GmbH & Co. KG.

Market Segmentation & Coverage

This research report categorizes the Nonwoven Filtration Market to forecast the revenues and analyze trends in each of the following sub-markets:

Type
- Natural
- Synthetic

Technology
- Airlaid
- Meltblow
- Needlepunch
- Spunbond
- Spunlace
- Thermobond
- Wetlaid

End Use Industry
- Food & Beverage
- HVAC
- Manufacturing
- Medical & Healthcare
- Transportation
- Water Filtration

Region
- Americas
  - Argentina
  - Brazil
  - Canada
  - Mexico
  - United States
    - California
    - Florida
    - Illinois
    - New York
    - Ohio
    - Pennsylvania
    - Texas
- Asia-Pacific
  - Australia
  - China
  - India
  - Indonesia
  - Japan
  - Malaysia
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - South Korea
  - Taiwan
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam

Europe, Middle East & Africa
- Denmark
- Egypt
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Israel
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Poland
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom

The report offers valuable insights on the following aspects:

1. Market Penetration: It presents comprehensive information on the market provided by key players.

2. Market Development: It delves deep into lucrative emerging markets and analyzes the penetration across mature market segments.

3. Market Diversification: It provides detailed information on new product launches, untapped geographic regions, recent developments, and investments.

4. Competitive Assessment & Intelligence: It conducts an exhaustive assessment of market shares, strategies, products, certifications, regulatory approvals, patent landscape, and manufacturing capabilities of the leading players.

5. Product Development & Innovation: It offers intelligent insights on future technologies, R&D activities, and breakthrough product developments.

The report addresses key questions such as:

1. What is the market size and forecast of the Nonwoven Filtration Market?

2. Which products, segments, applications, and areas should one consider investing in over the forecast period in the Nonwoven Filtration Market?

3. What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the Nonwoven Filtration Market?

4. What is the market share of the leading vendors in the Nonwoven Filtration Market?

5. Which modes and strategic moves are suitable for entering the Nonwoven Filtration Market?

Product Code: MRR-4B21477DA25C

1. Preface

1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.3. Years Considered for the Study
1.4. Currency & Pricing
1.5. Language
1.6. Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Define: Research Objective
2.2. Determine: Research Design
2.3. Prepare: Research Instrument
2.4. Collect: Data Source
2.5. Analyze: Data Interpretation
2.6. Formulate: Data Verification
2.7. Publish: Research Report
2.8. Repeat: Report Update

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Overview

5. Market Insights

5.1. Market Dynamics
- 5.1.1. Drivers
  - 5.1.1.1. Rising Demand for Nonwoven Filtration in Water Treatment and HVAC Systems
  - 5.1.1.2. Significant Adoption of Nonwoven Filters in Medical and Healthcare Sector
- 5.1.2. Restraints
  - 5.1.2.1. Fluctuating Raw Material Prices and Availability of Substitute Filters
- 5.1.3. Opportunities
  - 5.1.3.1. Emergence of Novel and Advanced Technologies
  - 5.1.3.2. Increasing Usage of Nanotechnology in Production of Nonwoven Disposable Across End User Industries
- 5.1.4. Challenges
  - 5.1.4.1. Environmental Concerns Associated with Nonwoven Filters
5.2. Market Segmentation Analysis
- 5.2.1. Technology: Increasing preference for spunbond technology to produce strong, lightweight, and water-resistant nonwoven fabric
- 5.2.2. End Use Industry: Expanding usage of nonwoven filtration for filtering municipal drinking water
5.3. Market Trend Analysis
5.4. Cumulative Impact of Russia-Ukraine Conflict
5.5. Cumulative Impact of High Inflation
5.6. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.6.1. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.6.2. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.6.3. Bargaining Power of Customers
- 5.6.4. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.6.5. Industry Rivalry
5.7. Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
5.8. Regulatory Framework Analysis
5.9. Client Customization

6. Nonwoven Filtration Market, by Type

6.1. Introduction
6.2. Natural
6.3. Synthetic

7. Nonwoven Filtration Market, by Technology

7.1. Introduction
7.2. Airlaid
7.3. Meltblow
7.4. Needlepunch
7.5. Spunbond
7.6. Spunlace
7.7. Thermobond
7.8. Wetlaid

8. Nonwoven Filtration Market, by End Use Industry

8.1. Introduction
8.2. Food & Beverage
8.3. HVAC
8.4. Manufacturing
8.5. Medical & Healthcare
8.6. Transportation
8.7. Water Filtration

9. Americas Nonwoven Filtration Market

9.1. Introduction
9.2. Argentina
9.3. Brazil
9.4. Canada
9.5. Mexico
9.6. United States

10. Asia-Pacific Nonwoven Filtration Market

10.1. Introduction
10.2. Australia
10.3. China
10.4. India
10.5. Indonesia
10.6. Japan
10.7. Malaysia
10.8. Philippines
10.9. Singapore
10.10. South Korea
10.11. Taiwan
10.12. Thailand
10.13. Vietnam

11. Europe, Middle East & Africa Nonwoven Filtration Market

11.1. Introduction
11.2. Denmark
11.3. Egypt
11.4. Finland
11.5. France
11.6. Germany
11.7. Israel
11.8. Italy
11.9. Netherlands
11.10. Nigeria
11.11. Norway
11.12. Poland
11.13. Qatar
11.14. Russia
11.15. Saudi Arabia
11.16. South Africa
11.17. Spain
11.18. Sweden
11.19. Switzerland
11.20. Turkey
11.21. United Arab Emirates
11.22. United Kingdom

12. Competitive Landscape

12.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
12.2. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2023
12.3. Competitive Scenario Analysis
- 12.3.1. Clean Solutions Group acquires HDK Industries
- 12.3.2. ANDRITZ at IDEA 2022 with its latest nonwoven innovations

13. Competitive Portfolio

13.1. Key Company Profiles
13.2. Key Product Portfolio