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Digital printing is the process of reproducing digital images on a physical surface, commonly used for fabrics and other materials. In digital textile printing, the finalized design is digitally printed on fabrics, transferring the image from a computer to the surface.
The main techniques in digital textile printing include screen printing, inkjet printing, and dye sublimation. Screen printing is employed for printing original artwork, copies, billboards, decorations, and indoor and outdoor fabrics, utilizing a mesh screen, ink, and a squeegee to transfer a stenciled design onto a surface. The fundamental procedure of screen printing involves creating a stencil on a mesh screen before pressing ink to form and imprint the design on the substrate underneath. Various printing processes in digital textile printing include roll-to-roll and direct-to-garment (DTG), utilizing different inks such as sublimation, pigment, reactive, acid, and other types. Digital textile printing finds applications in textile and decor, industrial uses, soft signage, and direct-to-garment applications.
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 digital textile printing market by increasing costs of imported printing machinery, print heads, specialty inks, and electronic control systems used in inkjet and dye sublimation equipment. Textile manufacturers in Europe and North America are most affected due to reliance on imported high-precision printers, while Asia-Pacific faces cost pressure on export-oriented textile production. These tariffs are raising capital investment requirements and slowing equipment upgrades. However, they are also encouraging local assembly of printing systems, regional ink manufacturing, and innovation in cost-efficient digital textile solutions.
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The digital textile printing market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $3.85 billion in 2025 to $4.43 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to shift from traditional to digital textile printing, growth of fast fashion production cycles, increasing demand for design flexibility, reduction in water usage compared to conventional printing, expansion of digital design workflows.
The digital textile printing market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.59 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for on-demand textile production, growing focus on sustainable textile manufacturing, increasing adoption of automation in printing lines, expansion of personalized apparel markets, advancements in digital ink formulations. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of inkjet-based textile printing, rising demand for short-run and customized fabric designs, growing use of eco-friendly digital inks, expansion of direct-to-garment printing applications, enhanced focus on print precision and color consistency.
The expansion of e-commerce platforms is playing a significant role in driving the growth of the digital textile printing market. E-commerce involves the buying and selling of goods and services, as well as the transfer of funds or data, through electronic networks. The rapid growth of online retail platforms and custom printing services has increased demand for digital textile printing, as consumers increasingly seek personalized and customized textile products through digital channels. For example, in August 2024, according to the United States Census Bureau, a US-based government agency, retail e-commerce sales in the United States were estimated at $291.6 billion in the second quarter of 2024, representing a 6.7% increase compared to the same period in 2023. During this period, e-commerce accounted for 16.0% of total retail sales, reflecting the continued steady growth of online shopping. On a non-seasonally adjusted basis, e-commerce sales totaled $282.3 billion, accounting for 15.2% of total sales. Therefore, the continued expansion of e-commerce platforms is driving the digital textile printing market.
Companies operating in the digital textile printing market are increasingly focusing on technological innovation, such as the development of UVgel printing technology, to strengthen their market position and deliver high-quality, efficient, and versatile printing solutions. UVgel technology is a digital printing method that separates the printing and curing stages, allowing the ink to settle evenly before curing, resulting in smooth surfaces, superior image quality, high performance, and fast drying compared to conventional UV printing methods. For instance, in March 2023, Canon Inc., a Japan-based imaging and industrial products company, launched the Colorado M-series 64-inch roll-to-roll printer. This printer offers dual-speed settings and optional UVgel white ink capabilities, enabling consistent, high-resolution output across a variety of textile applications. Key features include precise color management, rapid drying times, and compatibility with multiple fabric types. Applications range from fashion textiles and soft signage to home decor and customized fabrics, providing benefits such as improved print quality, enhanced operational efficiency, design flexibility, and reliable performance for both short and long production runs.
In September 2023, Durst Group, an Italy-based digital printing technology company, acquired Aleph S.r.l. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Durst Group aims to reinforce its strategic focus on sustainable digital printing by integrating Aleph S.r.l.'s advanced printing technologies and expertise, thereby expanding its product portfolio and strengthening its sustainability capabilities. Aleph S.r.l. is an Italy-based company specializing in innovative and sustainable digital printing solutions.
Major companies operating in the digital textile printing market are Seiko Epson Corporation, Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd., Kornit Digital Ltd., d.gen Inc., Roland DGA Corporation, Konica Minolta, Inc., ColorJet Group, ROQ International, Mutoh Holdings Co., Ltd., DuPont de Nemours, Inc., DyStar Group, Durst Group AG, Hollander B.V., Dazian LLC, Dickson Coatings, Digitex India Inc., SPGPrints B.V., Brother Industries, Ltd., Ricoh Company, Ltd., Sensient Technologies Corporation, Sun Chemical Corporation
Europe was the largest region in the digital textile printing market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the digital textile printing market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the digital textile printing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The digital textile printing market includes revenues earned by entities by Direct to Fabric printing. 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.
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