Market Insights
The insulation market is likely to grow at a healthy CAGR of 3.3% during 2023-2028 to reach a value of USD 83.2 billion in 2028.

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Market Dynamics
Introduction
Insulation is a material or technique used to reduce the transfer of heat, cold, or sound between different areas or objects. It is a crucial component in buildings and various systems to improve energy efficiency and comfort. It is accomplished by installing insulating materials that serve as a barrier to the flow of energy. Key insulation materials used include fiberglass, mineral wool, plastic foam (expanded polystyrene (EPS), extruded polystyrene (XPS), polyurethane, and polyisocyanurate (PIR)), phenolics, flexible insulation, etc.
An area's insulation helps save energy costs, prevent moisture condensation, and improve people's sense of safety and protection. Along with dampening noise pollution, it also helps to reduce heat loss from exposed pipes and uninsulated valves inside buildings.
COVID-19 Impact
The sudden outbreak of COVID-19 has brought a considerable downswing (3.7% decline in 2020) in the market due to a shrinking economy, a significant reduction in infrastructure spending, a hefty decline in vehicle production, a halt in construction activities, and a shutdown of the manufacturing plant. The market rebounded in 2021, followed by healthy growth in 2022.
Market Drivers
The key factors driving the growth of the insulation market are:
- Stringent energy efficiency regulations and building codes for the use of insulation materials.
- An increase in the need for energy-efficient equipment.
- An increase in construction activities.
- Rising industrial projects.
- An increase in automotive production.
- The prioritization of comfort in homes and workplaces.
Recent Market JVs and Acquisitions:
- In April 2023, Saint-Gobain acquired Twiga Fiberglass Ltd., one of the leading glass fiber insulation manufacturers in India (Uttar Pradesh) for an enterprise value of US$ 51 million (Approx.)
- In August 2022, Owens Corning acquired Natural Polymers, LLC, a manufacturer of spray foam insulation for building and construction applications, for approximately US$ 111 million (net cash acquired).
- In June 2022, Xella Group sold its insulation business, URSA, to ETEX. URSA is one of the leading players in Europe for extruded polystyrene (XPS) and glass mineral wool.
- In March 2021, Recticel acquired FoamPartner, the Swiss-based global provider of high added-value technical foams. Recticel Flexible Foams and FoamPartner merged and formed the Recticel Engineered Foams business line.
- In February 2020, Huntsman Corporation acquired Icynene-Lapolla, a leading North American manufacturer and distributor of spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation systems for residential and commercial applications. The company acquired the business from an affiliate of FFL Partners, LLC, for $350 million. After the acquisition, in May 2020, Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS) was launched.
- In February 2018, Owens Corning acquired Paroc Group (“Paroc”), a leading producer of mineral wool insulation for building and technical applications in Europe, for an enterprise value of approximately US$ 1,061.9 million.

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key Players
The market is highly populated, with the presence of several local, regional, and global players. Most of the major players compete on some of the governing factors including price, product offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the insulation market:
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Segments Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Material-Type Analysis
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Fiberglass, Mineral Wool, Plastic Foam, and Others
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Plastic foam is anticipated to remain the dominant material type in the market.
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End-Use Type Analysis
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Building & Construction and Industrial
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Building & Construction is projected to remain the dominant as well as the fastest-growing end-use type in the market.
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Insulation-Type Analysis
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Thermal and Acoustic
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Thermal is expected to remain the dominant insulation, whereas acoustic is likely to experience faster growth.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World
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Asia-Pacific and Europe are expected to remain the dominant markets over the next five years. Asia-Pacific is likely to grow at the fastest rate during the same period.
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By Material Type
"The plastic foam segment accounted for the largest market share."
Based on the material type, the insulation market is segmented into fiberglass, mineral wool, plastic foam, and others. Plastic foam is expected to remain the largest material type in the market during the forecast period owing to advantages such as its high insulation value and low water absorption, resistance to mold and mildew growth, versatility, low thermal conductivity, longevity, fire resistance, and ease of installation. Among plastic foam, expanded polystyrene (EPS) is expected to remain the largest plastic foam type in the market during the forecast period.
By End-Use Type
The building & construction segment accounted for the largest market share."
Based on the end-use type, the market is segmented into building & construction and industrial. Building & Construction is expected to remain the dominant as well as the fastest-growing end-use type in the market during the forecast period driven by changing trends toward eco-friendly buildings that provide efficient acoustic and thermal insulation for residential, commercial, and industrial uses.
By Insulation Type
"The thermal insulation segment accounted for the largest market share."
Based on the insulation type, the market is segmented into thermal and acoustic insulation. Thermal insulation is projected to remain the dominant insulation type in the market over the next five years driven by the growing awareness about climate change and environmental sustainability and stringent energy efficiency regulations and building codes.
Regional Insights
"Asia-Pacific accounted for the largest market share."
In terms of regions, Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest and fastest-growing market for insulation during the forecast period. China holds the major share of the region’s market. High economic growth rate, increasing investment in the building & construction and automotive industries, and rising adoption of stricter building codes are key factors impacting the growth of insulation in the region’s market.
Europe is another big market for insulation and is expected to create sizeable opportunities in the coming five years, driven by rising awareness of green construction and smart infrastructure and higher adoption of advanced technologies.

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Research Methodology
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Report Features
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- Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
- Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
- Market trend and forecast analysis.
- Market segment trend and forecast.
- Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
- COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
- Emerging trends.
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
- Key success factors.
Market Segmentation
This report studies the market, covering a period of 12 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.
The insulation market is segmented into the following categories:
By Material Type
- Fiberglass
- Mineral Wool
- Plastic Foam
- Others
By End-Use Type
- Building & Construction
- Others
By Insulation Type
By Region
- North America (Country Analysis: The USA and Others)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Central Europe, Western Europe, and Eastern Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China and Others)
- Rest of the World (Country Analysis: The Middle East, Latin America, and Others)

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