Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Raw Material (ePTFE, Polyurethane), By Fabric, By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2023 - 2030
Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Growth & Trends
The global waterproof breathable textiles market size is expected to reach USD 2,859.3 million by 2030, expanding at a revenue-based CAGR of 5.7%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing demand for comfortable and high-performance apparel that provides protection from environmental factors such as wind and rain is expected to propel market growth over the forecast period.
Waterproof breathable textiles are lightweight, durable, and easy to dry and care, which makes them ideal for outdoor activities. Increasing participation in activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, kayaking, and boating is expected to propel the demand for protective clothing and accessories such as raincoats, windbreakers, tents, footwear, thereby impacting the industry positively.
Technological advancements in the textile industry to produce apparel using biomimetic and smart breathable fabrics are expected to contribute to market growth. Additionally, the technological advancements in the areas of cost-effective manufacturing of waterproof breathable textiles are expected to boost the demand for these products.
Major industry participants are making considerable investments in the development of eco-friendly products to cater to the rising preference for sustainable apparel. Furthermore, rapid changes in consumer preferences in terms of fashion trends are nudging the manufacturers to strengthen their merchandising capabilities.
Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Report Highlights
- In 2022, the polyurethane segment accounted for a revenue of USD 717.6 million of the market in terms of volume, on account of its durability, versatility, and low-cost properties, which makes it suitable for manufacturing cost-effective waterproof breathable textiles
- The general clothing and accessories segment is projected to witness a revenue-based CAGR of 5.5% over the forecast period owing to rising demand for the clothing products with lightweight, high strength, waterproof, and insulating properties
- The membrane segment accounted for revenue of USD 1,363.9 million in 2022, on account of its superior vapor permeability and waterproofing properties thereby making it suitable for application in manufacturing of lightweight waterproof apparels
- Burgeoning consumption for the sports apparels coupled with anticipated rise in demand for winterwear and protective footwear are expected to propel the growth of the market in U.S. at a CAGR of 6.6% over the forecast period
- Considerable improvements in the production technologies such as production of extremely thin membranes, membrane incorporation method, and coating techniques are having a significant impact on waterproof breathable textiles market growth
- Leading manufacturers are collaborating with specialists in the fields of biochemistry, chemistry, material research, and graphic design to improve the properties and functionalities of the products.
- Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources
- 1.3.4. Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.5. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation and Publishing
- Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Outlook
- 2.2. Segmental Outlook
- 2.3. Competitive Insights
- Chapter 3. Waterproof Breathable Textile Market Variables, Trends, and Scope
- 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
- 3.2. Value Chain Analysis
- 3.2.1. Raw Material Trends
- 3.2.1.1. Major Raw Materials Analysis
- 3.2.2. Manufacturing Trends
- 3.3. Regulatory Framework
- 3.4. Technology Overview
- 3.4.1. Membrane Technology
- 3.4.1.1. Laminate of membrane and outer fabric
- 3.4.1.2. Liner or insert processing
- 3.4.1.3. Laminate of membrane and lining fabric
- 3.4.2. Coatings technology
- 3.4.2.1. Wet coagulation
- 3.4.2.2. Thermocoagulation
- 3.4.2.3. Foam coating
- 3.4.3. Nanotechnology
- 3.5. Comparative Analysis, by Raw Material
- 3.6. Comparative Analysis - Coatings, laminates, and Membranes
- 3.6.1. Coatings
- 3.6.2. Laminates
- 3.7. Testing Of Waterproof Breathable Fabrics
- 3.8. Waterproof Rating
- 3.9. Waterproof & breathability ratings
- 3.10. Market Dynamics
- 3.10.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.10.1.1. Increasing demand for active sportswear
- 3.10.1.2. Development of eco-friendly products
- 3.10.2. Market restraint analysis
- 3.10.2.1. Risks associated with consumer preferences and fashion trends
- 3.10.3. Industry Challenges
- 3.11. Business Environment Analysis
- 3.11.1. Porter's Analysis
- 3.11.1.1. Supplier Power
- 3.11.1.2. Buyer Power
- 3.11.1.3. Substitution Threat
- 3.11.1.4. Threat from New Entrants
- 3.11.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 3.11.2. PESTEL Analysis, by SWOT
- 3.11.2.1. Political Landscape
- 3.11.2.2. Environmental Landscape
- 3.11.2.3. Social Landscape
- 3.11.2.4. Technology Landscape
- 3.11.2.5. Economic Landscape
- 3.11.2.6. Legal Landscape
- 3.11.3. Major Deals & Strategic Alliances Analysis
- 3.11.3.1. Joint Ventures
- 3.11.3.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
- Chapter 4. Waterproof Breathable Textile Market: Raw Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. Key Takeaways
- 4.2. Raw Material Market Share Analysis, 2022 - 2030
- 4.3. ePTFE
- 4.3.1. ePTFE waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 4.4. Polyurethane
- 4.4.1. Polyurethane waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 4.5. Polyester
- 4.5.1. Polyester waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 4.6. Others
- 4.6.1. Other waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- Chapter 5. Waterproof Breathable Textile Market: Fabric Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. Key Takeaways
- 5.2. Fabric Market Share Analysis, 2022 - 2030
- 5.3. Densely woven
- 5.3.1. Densely woven waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4. Membrane
- 5.4.1. Membrane waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5. Coated
- 5.5.1. Coated waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- Chapter 6. Waterproof Breathable Textile Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. Key Takeaways
- 6.2. Application Market Share Analysis, 2022 - 2030
- 6.3. General clothing & accessories
- 6.3.1. Waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, for general clothing & accessories, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 6.4. Sports goods
- 6.4.1. Waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, for sports goods, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 6.5. Protective clothing
- 6.5.1. Waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, for protective clothing, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 6.6. Others
- 6.6.1. Waterproof breathable textile market estimates and forecasts, for other applications, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- Chapter 7. Waterproof Breathable Textile Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 7.1. Key Takeaways
- 7.2. Regional Market Share Analysis, 2022 - 2030
- 7.3. North America
- 7.3.1. North America waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.3.2. U.S.
- 7.3.2.1. U.S. waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.3.3. Canada
- 7.3.3.1. Canada waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.3.4. Mexico
- 7.3.4.1. Mexico waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.4. Europe
- 7.4.1. Europe waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.4.2. Germany
- 7.4.2.1. Germany waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.4.3. U.K.
- 7.4.3.1. U.K. waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.4.4. France
- 7.4.4.1. France waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.4.5. Italy
- 7.4.5.1. Italy waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.4.6. Spain
- 7.4.6.1. Spain waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.5. Asia Pacific
- 7.5.1. Asia Pacific waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.5.2. China
- 7.5.2.1. China waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.5.3. India
- 7.5.3.1. India waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.5.4. Japan
- 7.5.4.1. Japan waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.5.5. South Korea
- 7.5.5.1. South Korea waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.5.6. Bangladesh
- 7.5.6.1. Bangladesh waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.5.7. Vietnam
- 7.5.7.1. Vietnam waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.6. Central & South America
- 7.6.1. Central & South America waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.6.2. Brazil
- 7.6.2.1. Brazil waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.7. Middle East & Africa
- 7.7.1. Middle East & Africa waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.7.2. Saudi Arabia
- 7.7.2.1. Saudi Arabia waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- 7.7.3. South Africa
- 7.7.3.1. South Africa waterproof breathable textile market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Million square meters) (USD Million)
- Chapter 8. Waterproof Breathable Textile Market Supplier Intelligence
- 8.1. Kraljic Matrix
- 8.2. Engagement Model
- 8.3. Negotiation Strategies
- 8.4. Sourcing Best Practices
- 8.5. Vendor Selection Criteria
- 8.6. List of Raw Material Suppliers
- 8.7. List of End-user
- Chapter 9. Competitive Landscape
- 9.1. Key global players & recent developments & their impact on the industry
- 9.2. Key Company/Competition Categorization
- 9.3. Vendor Landscape
- 9.4. Company market positioning
- 9.5. Competitive Environment
- 9.6. Strategy framework
- 9.7. Company Listing
- 9.7.1. Aclimatise
- 9.7.1.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.1.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.2. eVent Fabrics
- 9.7.2.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.2.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.3. HeiQ Materials AG
- 9.7.3.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.3.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.4. Helly Hansen
- 9.7.4.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.4.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.5. Jack Wolfskin Retail GmbH
- 9.7.5.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.5.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.6. Marmot Mountain LLC.
- 9.7.6.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.6.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.7. Mountain Hardwear
- 9.7.7.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.7.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.8. Nextec Applications
- 9.7.8.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.8.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.9. Polartec, LLC
- 9.7.9.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.9.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.10. Rudolf GmbH
- 9.7.10.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.10.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.11. schoeller Switzerland
- 9.7.11.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.11.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.11.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.12. SympaTex Technologies GmbH
- 9.7.12.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.12.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.12.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.13. Tanatex Chemicals B.V.
- 9.7.13.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.13.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.13.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.13.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.14. The North Face
- 9.7.14.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.14.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.14.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.14.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.15. Toray Industries, Inc.
- 9.7.15.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.15.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.15.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.15.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.16. W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
- 9.7.16.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.16.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.16.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.16.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.17. Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc.
- 9.7.17.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.17.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.17.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.17.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.18. Alpex Protection
- 9.7.18.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.18.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.18.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.18.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.19. Taiwan Dyeing & Fabric Co., Ltd.
- 9.7.19.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.19.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.19.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.19.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.20. Fibro Laminates
- 9.7.20.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.20.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.20.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.20.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 9.7.21. Derekduck Industries Corp.
- 9.7.21.1. Company Overview
- 9.7.21.2. Financial Performance
- 9.7.21.3. Product Benchmarking
- 9.7.21.4. Strategic Initiatives
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