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Industrial fabric refers to materials specifically developed and engineered for use in applications where practical requirements take precedence over the aesthetic form associated with traditional textiles. These fabrics are designed with specific qualities to enable their effective functioning in particular situations.
The main fiber types used in the production of industrial fabrics include aramid, polyester, polyamide, nylon, fiberglass, composite materials, Kevlar, graphite, and others. Aramid refers to a group of heat-resistant, lightweight synthetic aromatic polyamide materials that can be shaped into sheets, filaments, or threads. These materials find applications in various industries, including conveyor belts, automotive carpet, flame-resistant apparel, transmission belts, protective apparel, and others. Industrial fabrics are utilized by end-users in sectors such as clothing, homeware, accessories, and more.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are influencing the industrial fabric market by increasing costs of imported synthetic fibers, specialty yarns, composite materials, and textile processing machinery. Automotive, industrial safety, and conveyor belt applications in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported high-performance fibers, while Asia-Pacific faces export pricing pressures. These tariffs are increasing material costs and affecting procurement strategies. At the same time, they are encouraging local fiber production, regional textile manufacturing, and innovation in cost-efficient industrial fabric solutions.
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The industrial fabric market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $159.8 billion in 2025 to $171.55 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of manufacturing and industrial safety requirements, expansion of conveyor belt installations, increasing use of protective apparel, rising demand for automotive interior textiles, availability of advanced synthetic fibers.
The industrial fabric market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $230.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable industrial fabrics, rising adoption of aramid and composite fibers, expansion of electric vehicle production, growing use of industrial fabrics in infrastructure projects, advancements in fiber engineering technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of high-strength industrial textiles, rising adoption of flame-resistant fabrics, growing demand for lightweight composite fabrics, expansion of industrial fabrics in automotive applications, enhanced focus on durability and load-bearing performance.
The growing demand for vehicle production is expected to drive the expansion of the industrial fabric market in the future. Vehicle production involves the creation of motorized vehicles, such as cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other types of vehicles. Industrial fabrics, including polyester and nylon, are utilized in this production process. For example, polyester fiber can be found in various applications within the automotive sector, such as knitted, woven, and nonwoven textiles, particularly needle punch and stitch bond fabrics used as face materials, as well as woven fabrics for airbags and seat belts. In June 2023, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, a Belgium-based industry group representing the interests of automobile manufacturers in Europe, reported that approximately 13 million Europeans are employed in the automotive industry, accounting for 7% of all EU jobs. This sector represents 11.5% of EU manufacturing jobs, totaling around 3.4 million positions. The EU produces 13.1 million cars, vans, trucks, and buses annually, highlighting its strategic importance. The European auto sector is a global leader, generating a €101.9 billion trade surplus with its high-quality Made in Europe products. Therefore, the rising demand for vehicle production is fueling the growth of the industrial fabric market.
Major companies operating in the industrial fabric market are incorporating innovative technologies such as fabric technology to deliver reliable services to customers. Fabric technology encompasses advancements in textile materials and production processes. In January 2023, Reliance Industries Limited introduced HEXaREL, a revolutionary fabric technology for clothing and home textiles. HEXaREL fabrics regulate body temperature effectively, providing cooling in hot weather and warmth in cold weather through a unique fiber structure and phase-change materials.
In December 2024, MMI Textiles Inc., a US-based manufacturer of industrial and custom fabrics and textile components, acquired Jason Mills LLC for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, MMI Textiles intends to broaden its product portfolio and enhance its market presence across various sectors, including healthcare, occupational safety, and recreational markets. Jason Mills LLC is a US-based company specializing in the production of high-performance knit textiles for applications in aeronautical, automotive, marine, and filtration industries.
Major companies operating in the industrial fabric market are Saint-Gobain S.A., Bridgestone Corporation, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Toray Industries Inc., Berry Global Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Ahlstrom-Munksjo Oyj, Donaldson Company Inc., Milliken & Company, Lenzing AG, Freudenberg Performance Materials SE & Co KG, Forbo International SA, Albany International Corp., Johns Manville Corp, Hollingsworth & Vose Co, Fitesa SA, Scott Bader Co Ltd., GSE Environmental, Habasit AG, Leigh Fibers, Jason Mills LLC, Herculite Products Inc., Apex Mills Corp, Cerex Advanced Fabrics Inc., Barnet GmbH & Co KG, TVF Carmel
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the industrial fabric market in 2025, and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the industrial fabric market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the industrial fabric market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The industrial fabric market consists of sales of polyester, teflon, woven, graphite, chiffon, and crepe. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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