Acoustic Insulation Global Market Report 2026

Acoustic insulation involves employing soundproofing techniques to hinder the transmission of sound into or out of an enclosed space by incorporating a barrier between the interior and exterior environments. This insulation method establishes a protective barrier within the walls, effectively minimizing the passage of noise into or out of the area. Additionally, these insulation materials serve a dual purpose by providing heat resistance in various industrial applications.

The primary categories of acoustic insulation products encompass mineral wool, glass wool, polymeric foams, and natural materials. Among these, mineral wool-based acoustic insulation products derive from stone, featuring a non-directional fiber orientation and higher density, enabling effective control of sound waves and vibration dampening. Widely applied in construction and pipe industries, mineral wool insulation finds extensive use due to its sound-controlling properties. Key end-user industries for acoustic insulation products include building and construction, transportation, oil and gas, energy and utilities, as well as industrial and OEM sectors.

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 impacting the acoustic insulation market by increasing costs of imported mineral wool, polymeric foams, binding resins, and processed insulation panels used across construction and industrial applications. Building and industrial projects in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported raw materials, while Asia-Pacific faces pricing pressure on export-oriented insulation production. These tariffs are raising material procurement costs and influencing project budgets. However, they are also encouraging local sourcing, regional manufacturing expansion, and innovation in bio-based and recycled acoustic insulation materials.

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The acoustic insulation market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $16.98 billion in 2025 to $18.48 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of urban construction activities, increasing industrial noise control requirements, rising demand for thermal insulation solutions, adoption of building safety standards, growth in transportation infrastructure.

The acoustic insulation market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $25.5 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to deployment of green building regulations, rising investments in energy-efficient infrastructure, increasing demand for noise reduction in smart cities, expansion of electric vehicle manufacturing facilities, growing focus on sustainable insulation materials. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of sustainable soundproofing materials, rising demand for high-performance industrial insulation, growing use of acoustic insulation in transportation applications, expansion of multi-functional thermal and acoustic solutions, enhanced focus on fire-resistant and durable insulation materials.

The anticipated expansion of the automotive industry is poised to be a significant catalyst for the growth of the acoustic insulation market in the foreseeable future. The automotive sector encompasses diverse entities involved in the entire lifecycle of motor vehicles, from design and development to manufacturing, marketing, selling, repairing, and modification. Acoustic insulation holds a crucial role in this industry by mitigating noise levels within vehicles. This not only enhances passenger comfort but also ensures compliance with stringent noise regulations, ultimately elevating the overall driving experience and vehicle quality. As an illustration, in August 2023, data from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, a US government agency, revealed a notable increase in total vehicle production in the United States, reaching 11.77 million units in July, up from 10.91 million units in June. Consequently, the burgeoning automotive industry is a key driver propelling the growth trajectory of the acoustic insulation market.

Prominent players in the acoustic insulation market are intensifying their focus on the introduction of high-performance solutions such as QTech, aimed at gaining a competitive advantage in the industry. QTech stands out as a cutting-edge acoustic insulation solution, designed to effectively minimize sound transmission and enhance acoustic comfort across various applications, spanning residential, commercial, and industrial settings. As an illustration, in June 2023, Isover, a Germany-based building company, launched QTech, a novel lightweight mineral wool product tailored for medium-temperature industrial applications. QTech is available in various forms such as felt, wired mats, slabs, and boards, showcasing excellent thermal properties and a capacity to reduce heat loss. This user-friendly product is easy to handle and cut, lightweight, and flexible enough to bend around flat or slightly curved surfaces, making it an efficient solution for industrial applications. The introduction of QTech underscores the commitment of major industry players to delivering high-performance acoustic insulation solutions that cater to the diverse needs of the market and enhance their competitive position.

In July 2023, Kingspan Group PLC, an Irish building material company, successfully acquired Troldtekt A/S for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition provides Kingspan with entry into Troldtekt's specialized knowledge in the realm of wood- and wool-based acoustic panels, thereby broadening Kingspan's offerings within the acoustic solutions market. Troldtekt A/S, headquartered in Denmark, specializes in manufacturing interior acoustic panels.

Major companies operating in the acoustic insulation market are Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., CertainTeed Corporation, Knauf Insulation GmbH, Owens Corning Corporation, ROCKWOOL International A/S, Lapinus Fibre India Private Limited, Johns Manville Corporation, Paroc Group Oy, URSA Insulation S.A., Superglass Holdings PLC, Thermafiber Inc., Armacell International S.A., Fletcher Insulation Pty Ltd, Aspen Aerogels Inc., Getzner Werkstoffe GmbH, REGUPOL BSW GmbH, Sound Seal Holdings Inc., Acoustical Surfaces Inc., TechnoNICOL Corporation, L'Isolante K-Flex S.p.A., Integrated Fibres Limited

Western Europe was the largest region in the acoustic insulation market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the acoustic insulation market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the acoustic insulation market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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

The acoustic insulation includes revenues earned by entities by fiberglass, cellulose, polyurethane, and cotton. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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.

Acoustic Insulation Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses acoustic insulation 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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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Mineral Wool; Glass Wool; Polymeric Foams; Natural
• 2) By Application: Walls And Partitions; Floors And Underlayments; Roofs And Attics; Ceilings And Suspended Ceilings; HVAC Ducts And Pipes; Mechanical Equipment And Machinery Enclosures; Acoustic Panels And Decorative Systems; Transport Interiors Automotive Rail Marine Aerospace
• 3) By End-User Industry: Building And Construction; Transportation; Oil And Gas; Energy And Utilities; Industrial And OEM
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Mineral Wool: Rock Wool; Slag Wool; Glass Wool
• 2) By Glass Wool: Blanket Glass Wool; Board Glass Wool; Loose-Fill Glass Wool
• 3) By Polymeric Foams: Polyurethane Foam (PU Foam); Melamine Foam; Polyethylene Foam; Elastomeric Foam
• 4) By Natural: Cotton Insulation; Hemp Insulation; Wool Insulation
• Companies Mentioned: Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A.; CertainTeed Corporation; Knauf Insulation GmbH; Owens Corning Corporation; ROCKWOOL International A/S; Lapinus Fibre India Private Limited; Johns Manville Corporation; Paroc Group Oy; URSA Insulation S.A.; Superglass Holdings PLC; Thermafiber Inc.; Armacell International S.A.; Fletcher Insulation Pty Ltd; Aspen Aerogels Inc.; Getzner Werkstoffe GmbH; REGUPOL BSW GmbH; Sound Seal Holdings Inc.; Acoustical Surfaces Inc.; TechnoNICOL Corporation; L'Isolante K-Flex S.p.A.; Integrated Fibres Limited
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
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