PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1762453
PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1762453
The global security paper market size is expected to reach USD 34.95 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "Security Paper Market Size, Share, Trends & Industry Analysis Report: By Type (Hybrid Paper, Watermark, Hologram, Threads & UV Fiber, and Others), Application, and Region - Market Forecast, 2025-2034" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
Security paper is a highly specialized substrate engineered with embedded security features designed to deter and detect counterfeiting, forgery, and unauthorized replication. These intricate features, incorporated during the manufacturing process, can range from visible elements like complex watermarks, security threads, and holograms to covert aspects such as invisible UV fibers and chemical sensitizers. The fundamental purpose of security paper is to ensure the authenticity and integrity of critical documents, providing a robust defense against illicit manipulation and safeguarding public trust in various instruments.
The security paper market encompasses the global production and distribution of these highly protected paper products. It is primarily driven by the escalating market demand for secure identification and financial instruments across diverse sectors, including government, banking, and education. The continuous threat of fraud and counterfeiting serves as a significant market drive, compelling ongoing market development in advanced anti-counterfeiting packaging. This market's outlook remains strong due to the persistent need for tangible, verifiable documents despite increasing digitalization.
By type, the watermark and threads & UV fiber sub-segments collectively hold a substantial market share due to their long-standing widespread adoption in various secure documents, including global currencies and official credentials.
By application, in terms of application, the bank notes sub-segment commands the largest share of the security paper market, attributed to the immense volume of currency production and circulation worldwide, which necessitates high-level security features to maintain economic integrity.
Asia Pacific leads the security paper market due to high demand for secure documents, expanding economies, government initiatives for ID and currency security, and widespread cash-based transactions across the region.
Key entities include De La Rue plc, Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), Crane Currency (Crane NXT), Louisenthal (G+D), Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL), Real Casa De La Moneda (FNMT-RCM), Goznak, Drewsen Spezialpapiere GmbH & Co. KG, Fedrigoni Group, Landqart AG (Fortress Paper), and China Banknote Printing and Minting Corporation.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the security paper market report based on type, application, and region:
By Type Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Hybrid Paper
Watermark
Hologram
Threads & UV Fiber
Others
By Application Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Bank Notes
Passports
Identity Cards
Certificates
Legal & Government Documents
Cheques & Stamps
Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
North America
US
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Malaysia
South Korea
Indonesia
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
South Africa
Rest of the Middle East & Africa
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of Latin America