PUBLISHER: QYResearch | PRODUCT CODE: 1866676
PUBLISHER: QYResearch | PRODUCT CODE: 1866676
The global market for Man-made Leather was estimated to be worth US$ 20500 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 35217 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
This report provides a comprehensive assessment of recent tariff adjustments and international strategic countermeasures on Man-made Leather cross-border industrial footprints, capital allocation patterns, regional economic interdependencies, and supply chain reconfigurations.
In 2024, global Man-made Leather production reached approximately 4,765 Million sqm, with an average global market price of around US$ 4.3 per sqm.
Man-made leather refers to synthetic materials designed to imitate the look and feel of natural leather. Typically made from synthetic resins such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or polyurethane (PU), it is produced through specialized manufacturing processes that offer advantages such as wear resistance, water resistance, easy maintenance, and lower cost. It is widely used in industries such as fashion, automotive, furniture, footwear, and bags, serving as an eco-friendly alternative to natural leather.
The global market for man-made leather has experienced steady growth in recent years, driven by increasing environmental awareness and a focus on animal rights. Compared to natural leather, man-made leather is not only more affordable but also customizable in terms of texture, color, and functionality, making it a valuable material across various industries. It is gradually replacing traditional leather in many sectors, particularly in the consumer goods industry. In the fashion industry, many brands are now opting for man-made leather to reduce their environmental impact. Moreover, with advancements in technology, the performance of man-made leather has significantly improved, closing the gap in appearance and texture with real leather, which increases its acceptance in high-end markets.
With continuous innovations in manufacturing techniques and technology, the global man-made leather market is growing rapidly. Countries in Asia, such as China and India, serve as major production hubs, while Europe and North America are key consumer markets. According to market research, the global man-made leather market is expected to continue expanding, with increasing demand in the furniture and automotive sectors. Furthermore, as consumers become more environmentally conscious, eco-friendly man-made leather materials, such as solvent-free PU and biodegradable options, are emerging as hot trends in the market.
Market Development Opportunities:
The man-made leather market presents numerous development opportunities. First, the growing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable materials creates a significant opportunity for man-made leather as an alternative to natural leather. With increasing consumer preference for environmentally friendly products, man-made leather has found a substantial market opportunity, especially in the fashion industry, where brands are increasingly focused on animal rights and environmental protection. Secondly, as production techniques continue to advance, the performance of man-made leather has improved significantly, making it suitable for a wider range of applications in automotive, furniture, and household sectors. Additionally, the introduction of innovative technologies has increased the diversity of man-made leather materials, such as solvent-free PU and biodegradable options, meeting the needs of various markets and consumers for functionality and sustainability.
Market Risks:
Despite the broad market prospects, the man-made leather industry faces some challenges. One of the primary risks is the fluctuation of raw material prices, especially in the context of oil price changes. The price of synthetic resins can rise, increasing the production costs of man-made leather. Another challenge is the lingering skepticism regarding the quality and durability of man-made leather, particularly in high-end products. Although technological advancements have been made, certain types of man-made leather still fall short in terms of feel and comfort when compared to natural leather. Moreover, as the market grows rapidly, competition within the industry intensifies. Companies must continuously innovate and optimize production processes to maintain their competitive edge.
Downstream Demand Trends:
Downstream demand trends are primarily focused on the following areas: First, the automotive industry is seeing steady growth in demand for man-made leather, particularly for premium car seats and interior applications. Second, the furniture industry, especially in office furniture and home decor, is increasingly adopting man-made leather. Third, demand from the fashion industry, especially in footwear, handbags, and clothing, continues to rise, as more consumers prefer eco-friendly man-made leather products. Lastly, eco-friendly man-made leather materials, such as solvent-free PU and biodegradable options, are becoming increasingly popular, meeting consumer demand for sustainability, environmental responsibility, and high quality.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Man-made Leather, focusing on the total sales volume, sales revenue, price, key companies market share and ranking, together with an analysis of Man-made Leather by region & country, by Type, and by Application.
The Man-made Leather market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (K Sqm) and sales revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. With both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Man-made Leather.
Market Segmentation
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Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, global total market size (value, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Man-made Leather manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of Man-made Leather in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world.
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Man-made Leather in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.