Aramid Fiber Market | 2023-2028

Market Insights

"The aramid fiber market is expected to grow at a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% over the long term, reaching a value of USD 4.3 billion by 2028".

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Market Dynamics

Introduction

First introduced by DuPont de Nemours, Inc., in the 1970s, aramid fibers have witnessed a remarkable transition over the decades across industries. The progression of the material’s range of applications from consumer electronics to automotive to aerospace & defense has been phenomenal. These fibers offer various outstanding properties such as high tensile strength, high stiffness, good resistance to abrasion, good resistance to organic solvents, low flammability, an electrically non-conductive nature, high dimensional stability, high cut resistance, and resistance to high temperatures. The strength and modulus of aramid fiber are about five to six times and two to three times, respectively, those of steel wires with the same diameter, whereas its weight is approximately one-fifth that of the steel wire.

Market Drivers

The rising demand for lightweight and high-performance materials in various industries is reshaping product designs and manufacturing practices. Aramid fibers, with their unique combination of strength, durability, and lightness, play a pivotal role in meeting these evolving demands and driving innovation across end-use industries. Several other key factors propelling the growth of the market, in the long run, are increasing investments in wireless infrastructure, surging tire replacement demand coupled with a recovery in automotive production, an expected rebound in commercial and regional aircraft deliveries, and growing military expenditure.

COVID-19 Impact

Despite a few bumps along the road for the governing industries (aerospace & defense and automotive), the demand for aramid fiber remained stable until 2019, impelling market stakeholders to prepare for skyrocketing demand in the years to come. But the COVID-19 crisis wiped out all possibilities of a flourishing market in 2020. The two leading industries suffered the gravest impact of the pandemic, completely overturning market conditions with an overall acute decline of -13.3% YoY in 2020.

Recent Product Developments

Technological advancements allow for the manipulation of materials in ways that were not previously possible. Many companies are leveraging these advancements to create innovative aramid fiber, with improved performance and functionalities. For instance, in 2023, DuPont unveiled Kevlar® EXO aramid fiber, produced at their new facility in Virginia, USA. This revolutionary material offers superior durability and comfort compared to existing soft body armor options. Kevlar® EXO provides peak flexibility, ensuring maximum defense while maintaining comfort and mobility through innovative carrier design.

Segment Analysis

By Fiber Type

"Para-aramid is anticipated to maintain an unrivaled lead in the market by 2028"

By Application Type

"Electrical transmission & insulation and honeycomb paper are expected to be the largest demand-generating applications during the forecast period"

Based on the application type, the market is segmented into protection & safety, electrical transmission & insulation, tire reinforcement, rubber reinforcements, friction materials, filtration, paper, and others. Electrical transmission & insulation and honeycomb paper are expected to be the largest demand-generating applications during the forecast period. Aramid fibers exhibit high dielectric strength, making them excellent electrical insulators that can withstand high voltages without electrical breakdown, making them ideal for electrical transmission and insulation applications. Honeycomb paper structures require materials that can offer structural integrity along with lightweight construction. Aramid fibers provide the necessary strength-to-weight ratio, making them suitable for these applications.

By Form Type

"Filament is likely to maintain its dominance in the market by 2028"

Based on the form type, the market is segmented into filament, pulp, staple fiber, and others. Filament is likely to maintain its dominance in the market by 2028. Filament-based aramid fibers offer consistent and uniform properties throughout their length, resulting in predictable performance in various applications. This predictability is essential for industries that require reliable and standardized materials.

By End-Use Industry

"Electronics & communications to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period"

Based on the end-use industry, the market is segmented into aerospace & defense, automotive, electrical, electronics & communications, and others. Electronics & communications to grow at the fastest rate during the forecast period. Aramid fibers offer excellent thermal stability, making them suitable for applications that require effective thermal management. As electronic devices become more powerful and generate more heat, the need for efficient heat dissipation increases.

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Regional Analysis

"North America is expected to remain the largest market over the next five years"

By region, North America is expected to remain the largest market over the next five years, whereas Asia-Pacific is likely to grow at the fastest rate. North America has well-established industries such as aerospace & defense, automotive, and industrial manufacturing that have a consistent demand for high-performance materials like aramid fibers. Asia-Pacific is experiencing rapid economic growth, leading to increased industrialization and infrastructure development, which drives demand for advanced materials like aramid fibers for automotive and manufacturing applications.

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Key Players

The aramid fiber market is highly concentrated, with the top four players capturing the lion’s share of the market. The major companies focus on capacity expansions, collaborations, and partnerships to maintain their vanguards in the market and to pounce on any prevalent opportunities in the market. The following are the key players in the Aramid Fiber Market (arranged alphabetically)

The following are the key players in the aramid fiber market.

• China National Bluestar (Group) Co., Ltd. 
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• Huvis Corporation
• Hyosung Corporation
• Kolon Industries, Inc.
• Kermel
• SRO Aramid (Jiangsu) Co. Ltd.
• Teijin Limited
• Toray Industries, Inc.
• Yantai Tayho Advanced Materials Co.

Report Features

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Segmentation

The aramid fiber market is segmented into the following categories. 

By Fiber Type

• Para-aramid 
• Meta-aramid 

By Application Type

• Protection & Safety 
• Electrical Transmission and Insulation 
• Tire Reinforcement 
• Electrical Transmission and Insulation 
• Rubber Reinforcement 
• Friction Materials 
• Honeycomb Paper 
• Filtration 
• Others 

By Form Type

• Filament 
• Pulp 
• Staple Fiber 
• Others 

By End-Use Industry

• Aerospace & Defense 
• Automotive 
• Electrical 
• Electronics and Communications 
• Others 

By Region

• North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, and Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and Others)

Research Methodology

This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s aramid fiber market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period.

The report segments and analyzes the market in the most detailed manner to provide a panoramic view of the market. The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for market participants and investors in identifying the low-hanging fruits available in the market and formulating growth strategies to expedite their growth process.

This report offers high-quality insights and is the outcome of a detailed research methodology comprising extensive secondary research, rigorous primary interviews with industry stakeholders, and validation and triangulation with Stratview Research’s internal database and statistical tools.

More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data.

We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

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