Global Nonwovens

Global Nonwovens

Global demand for nonwovens is projected to increase 4.4% per year to 12.2 million metric tons in 2022. Nonwoven fabrics continue to see market penetration gains across the globe – especially in developing markets, where nonwovens often represent a step up from traditional alternatives such as paper products or woven textiles.

This report covers nonwovens demand by Region, Application, Market, and Web Formation Process, along with discussion of key suppliers’ product offerings, production capacity expansions, and competitive strategies. Data are given primarily in terms of weight, with topline demand figures in terms of area and US dollar value.

The nonwovens market is covered for each of the major regions of the world:
North America
Central & South America
Western Europe
Eastern Europe
Asia/Pacific
Africa/Mideast

The major applications and markets for nonwovens include:
Disposables (personal hygiene products, wipes, filtration, medical/surgical)
Nondisposables (construction, motor vehicles)

The major web formation processes used in the production of nonwovens include:
Spunmelt
Carded
Wetlaid
Airlaid

Scope of the Report
This report covers the scope, size, and growth of the global nonwovens market, including key trend in applications and market segmentation. Historical data are provided for 2007, 2012, and 2017, with forecasts for 2022. Data are provided primarily in terms of weight, with some area and US dollar value figures provided. The report also evaluates the industry’s key players and their competitive strategies.