Spunbond Nonwovens Market Analysis | 2022-2028

Market Insights

"The global spunbond nonwovens market was estimated at USD 17.68 billion in 2021 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% during 2022-2028 to reach USD 26.41 billion by 2028."

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Spunbond is a process through which fabrics are produced using thermoplastic polymers such as polypropylene, polyethylene, and polyesters. This process involves the extrusion of molten polymers through a spinneret on a moving conveyor belt to form continuous web. Spunbond nonwovens find use in personal care & hygiene, medical, agriculture, packaging, and other industries. In personal care & hygiene, these products are used in baby/adult diapers, feminine care products. In medicine, spunbond nonwovens are used in drapes, gowns, gloves, and wipes for the prevention of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs).

Opportunities:

The market for spunbond nonwovens is progressing at a healthy rate due to the increase in the number of users of hygiene products like diapers and napkins. The use of materials in the health sector especially in the production of medical textiles such as gowns and masks is also a driving factor. Ongoing advancements in the construction industry also enhance the demand for geotextiles and home furnishing uses the product. Moreover, growth in sustainable and eco-friendly nonwoven production technology is providing new opportunities for producers to enhance their product portfolio to reflect consumers’ increasing focus on environmental responsibility and meeting regulatory norms.

Some of the major factors contributing to the demand for spunbond nonwovens are:

• Increasing population
• Increasing awareness related to personal hygiene products especially in developing countries.
• High demand for polypropylene spunbond nonwovens has influenced the growth of the market.
• The rapid growth in the use of spunbond nonwovens for geotextiles in the textile industry is positively impacting the market.
• The demand for spunbond nonwovens in the healthcare sector is also driving the market's expansion, due to the ease of manufacturing and consumers' growing advertence in disposable items.

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Key Players

Some of the major players in the market are:

• Schouw & Co.
• PF Nonwovens Group
• Mitsui Chemicals Inc.
• Kimberly-Clark Corporation
• Berry Plastics Group Inc.
• Toray Industries, Inc.
• Asahi Kasei Corporation
• Kolon Industries, Inc.
• DuPont
• Mogul Co. Ltd.
• others.

Segment Analysis

Function Insights

"The disposable spunbond nonwovens segment accounted for the largest market share."

Based on the function type, the spunbond nonwovens market is segmented as disposable and durable. Disposable spunbond nonwovens dominated the market with their major use in personal care & hygiene. Increasing usage of disposable hygiene products including baby diapers, sanitary napkins, and adult diapers in developing countries is driving the disposable spunbond nonwovens market.

Material Insights

"Polypropylene-based spunbond nonwovens segment accounted for the largest market share."

The market is segmented as polypropylene, polyethylene, polyester, and others based on the material type. Polypropylene-based spunbond nonwovens accounted for more than 55% in 2021 and are expected to remain dominant during the forecast period. Polypropylene is extremely versatile with competitive price and hence, is widely used in the market.

End-Use Industry Insights

"Personal care & hygiene segment accounted for the largest market share."

Based on the end-use industry type, the market is segmented as personal care & hygiene, medical, agriculture, packaging, automotive, and others. Personal care & hygiene held the largest revenue share of more than 50% in 2021 & is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period owing to its significant usage in baby diapers and feminine care products. The growing birth rate, and increasing awareness of using these hygiene products in developing countries are expected to fuel the demand.

Regional Trends

"Asia-Pacific accounted for the largest market share."

In terms of regions, Asia-Pacific is estimated to remain the largest market during the forecast period as it accounts for the largest share of the global population. North America accounted for more than 19% of market share in 2021. Furthermore, currently the penetration of hygiene products in Asia-Pacific countries such as China, India, and Indonesia are comparatively low than the North American and European countries. With the improving per capita income and affordability of hygiene products by the people, these countries will further lead the market.

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The spunbond nonwovens market is segmented into the following categories:

By Function Type:

• Disposable
• Durable

By Material Type:

• Polypropylene
• Polyester
• Polyethylene
• Others
  • (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
  • (Material Type Analysis: Polyamide, Polyurethane, Polylactic Acid, and Bico)

By End-Use Industry Type:

• Personal Care & Hygiene
• Medical
• Agriculture
• Packaging
• Automotive
• Others
  • (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
  • (End-Use Industry Type Analysis: Construction, Geotextile, and Filtration)

By Region:

• North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico) 
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, Spain, and Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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