Smart Textiles Global Market Report 2025

Smart textiles refer to intelligent systems capable of recognizing and processing the wearer's condition, as well as perceiving or transmitting environmental conditions. These textiles utilize various detection methods, including magnetic, mechanical, chemical, electrical, and thermal. They can detect changes in the environment and automatically adapt and respond to mechanical, chemical, magnetic, electrical, and thermal manipulations, thereby protecting the wearer from environmental risks.

The main types of products in smart textiles include passive, active, and ultra-smart categories. Passive smart textiles represent the first generation of electronic textile materials or systems that contain sensors capable of sensing stimuli and changes in environmental conditions. They offer functions such as energy harvesting, sensing, thermoelectricity, luminescence, among others, and find applications in diverse areas such as fashion and entertainment, sports and fitness, medical, transportation, protection and military, architecture, and other fields.

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.

The rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting strain on trade relations in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the Paper, Plastics, Rubber, Wood, and Textile sector by driving up the costs of essential imported inputs such as pulp, resin, synthetic rubber, lumber, and cotton, many of which have limited domestic alternatives. Packaging manufacturers, for instance, are facing higher prices for plastic films and corrugated materials, further squeezing margins in an already highly price-sensitive environment. Similarly, textile producers are grappling with increased costs for imported yarns and dyes, adding to the burden of rising labor expenses. In response, some companies are turning to recycled or biodegradable materials, while others are consolidating their supplier base to secure bulk discounts.

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The smart textiles market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $5.78 billion in 2024 to $7.46 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.2%.

The smart textiles market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $20.18 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing e-commerce, increasing demand for sportswear, increasing adoption of 5G networks, rising population and internet of things (IoT). Major trends in the forecast period include focus smart fabric technology, wearable tele-rehabilitation platform, technology development, digital testing, product launch and innovative smart garments.

The forecast of 28.2% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.6% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through increased tariffs on conductive fibers, embedded sensors, and smart fabric modules sourced from China and Europe, potentially hindering advancements in wearable technology and health monitoring garments. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The anticipated surge in demand for smart wearable devices is poised to drive the growth of the smart textiles market in the foreseeable future. Smart wearable devices, incorporating microprocessors integrated into clothing or worn as accessories, play a pivotal role in sending and receiving data via the internet. These devices include an array of products such as smart jackets, smart glasses, smart shirts, smart jewelry, smart watches, and more. The increasing popularity of smart wearable devices stems from their ability to offer real-time information on users' well-being and their envisioned role as the future of portable energy systems, high-tech sportswear, health monitoring systems, workwear, and military camouflages. Cisco Systems reports that the number of connected wearable devices is projected to reach 1,105 million by 2022, a notable increase from 593 million in 2021. Consequently, the burgeoning demand for smart wearable devices is a significant driver propelling the growth of the smart textiles market.

The growing demand within the textile industry is anticipated to fuel the expansion of the smart textiles market in the coming years. The textile industry encompasses the development, production, processing, manufacturing, and distribution of textile and fabric materials. The sector's deep knowledge of materials, design, and manufacturing processes plays a crucial role in advancing and popularizing smart textiles. For example, in May 2023, *Textile World*, a leading Georgia-based publication for the global textile industry, reported that the estimated value of shipments for U.S. man-made fibers, textiles, and apparel reached $65.8 billion in 2022, up from $64.04 billion in 2021. Thus, increased demand within the textile industry is set to drive growth in the smart textiles market.

Leading companies in the smart textiles market are concentrating on product innovations and the development of new technologies, such as blockchain, to improve supply chain transparency, traceability, and security. These advancements help ensure the authenticity of materials and enhance the sustainability of textile production. Blockchain technology, a decentralized digital ledger, securely records transactions across multiple systems, providing an immutable and transparent record. For example, in March 2023, a Switzerland-based textile manufacturer introduced Re-Source, a line of textiles made from bio-based materials, recycled polyester, and spandex. This approach not only repurposes used materials but also helps reduce waste within the textile industry.

A notable trend gaining traction in the smart textiles market is the emergence of wearable tele-rehabilitation platforms. These platforms contribute to reducing clinic visits for patients, utilizing digital platforms to provide rehabilitation services in remote settings. For instance, Sensoria, a U.S.-based company specializing in wearable solutions, launched the first truly wearable tele-rehabilitation platform in November 2022. This comprehensive tele-rehab platform addresses complex medical issues, enabling clinicians to remotely supervise a patient's rehabilitation journey.

In March 2023, Archroma, a chemicals company based in Switzerland, acquired Huntsman Corporation for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition allows Archroma to enhance its product portfolio and expand its market presence, while also reinforcing its dedication to sustainable solutions and innovation within the specialty chemicals sector. Huntsman Corporation, headquartered in the United States, specializes in manufacturing a diverse array of chemical products.

Major companies operating in the smart textiles market include Koninklijke Ten Cate NV, Schoeller Textil AG, Eeonyx Corporation, Tex-Ray Industrial Co. Ltd, AiQ Smart Clothing Inc, Sensoria Inc, Noble Biomaterials, Interactive Wear AG, Mitsufuji Corporation, Xenoma Inc, Welspun India Ltd, Teijin Frontier Co. Ltd., GPOWERTECH CO. LTD, Nextiles, Fibrofill inc., Adidas AG, Clothing+, Ohmatex A/S, Siren, Centre for Process Innovation Limited (CPI), Hi-Tec Sports, Vaxess Technologies, FPC Industry, Nanowear, Express Embroidery, Stedfast Inc, Tricot Carol Inc, Lomar, Gulf Denim, Naseej Textile, Ultra Design Studios, Texel Inc., Smart textiles LLC

North America was the largest region in the smart textiles market in 2024. The regions covered in the smart textiles market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the smart textiles market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The smart textiles market consists of sales in aesthetics, data processing, and smart fabrics. 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.

Smart Textiles Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on smart textiles market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Passive, Active and Ultra-smart
• 2) By Function: Energy Harvesting, Sensing, Thermoelectricity, Luminescent and Other Functions
• 3) By End Users: Fashion and Entertainment, Sports and Fitness, Medical, Automotive, Protection and Military, Architecture and Other End Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Passive: Fabrics with embedded sensors for monitoring; Moisture-wicking fabrics; UV protection textiles
• 2) By Active: Heating textiles; Textiles that change color or shape based on stimuli; Wearable technology with integrated electronics
• 3) By Ultra: Textiles with advanced functionalities; Fabrics that can communicate with other devices; Self-adaptive textiles that adjust properties based on environmental conditions
• Companies Mentioned: Koninklijke Ten Cate NV; Schoeller Textil AG; Eeonyx Corporation; Tex-Ray Industrial Co. Ltd; AiQ Smart Clothing Inc; Sensoria Inc; Noble Biomaterials; Interactive Wear AG; Mitsufuji Corporation; Xenoma Inc; Welspun India Ltd; Teijin Frontier Co. Ltd.; GPOWERTECH CO. LTD; Nextiles; Fibrofill inc.; Adidas AG; Clothing+; Ohmatex A/S; Siren; Centre for Process Innovation Limited (CPI); Hi-Tec Sports; Vaxess Technologies; FPC Industry; Nanowear; Express Embroidery; Stedfast Inc; Tricot Carol Inc; Lomar; Gulf Denim; Naseej Textile; Ultra Design Studios; Texel Inc.; Smart textiles LLC
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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