Europe Polypropylene Nonwoven Fabric Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Application, By Product (Spunbound, Staples, Composite and Meltblown), By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031
The Europe Polypropylene Nonwoven Fabric Market would witness market growth of 6.0% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031). In the year 2021, the Europe market's volume surged to 2,512.5 Kilo Tonnes, showcasing a growth of 5.5% (2019-2022).
The medical sector is a significant and growing segment within the market, driven by the increasing demand for nonwoven materials in various medical applications. Polypropylene nonwoven fabrics are widely used in the medical industry due to their exceptional properties, including softness, breathability, fluid resistance, and biocompatibility. Thus, Germany registered 85.6 Kilo Tonnes consumption of medical products in 2023.
The Germany market dominated the Europe Polypropylene Nonwoven Fabric Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $2,172.9 Million by 2031. The UK market is exhibiting a CAGR of 5.7% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The France market would experience a CAGR of 5.4% during (2024 - 2031).
The market's robust growth is propelled by factors such as the demand for lightweight and cost-effective materials, the continuous pursuit of innovation, and the ever-expanding needs of end-use industries. Polypropylene nonwoven fabrics are vital in diverse industries, including hygiene and healthcare, automotive manufacturing, agriculture, construction, and beyond. Their applications extend to medical textiles, filtration media, and geotextiles.
The market is witnessing a paradigm shift towards sustainability, with an increasing emphasis on eco-friendly practices. These manufacturers are exploring greener alternatives and adopting practices that align with environmental goals. The market is marked by the exploration of new applications, with these fabrics finding novel uses in areas such as battery separators in electronics, packaging, and beyond.
The expanding food sector significantly impacts the demand for these fabrics across various applications in the food industry. According to the US Department of Agriculture, France's food processing sector encompasses approximately 17,300 companies, total annual sales exceeding $211 billion. As the food sector grows in France, their demand will persist due to their adaptability, cost-effectiveness, and sustainable characteristics. These fabrics play a crucial role in meeting the evolving packaging needs of the food industry while contributing to hygiene, safety, and environmental considerations. Therefore, the expanding food and beverage sector in this region propels the market's growth.
Based on Application, the market is segmented into Hygiene, Medical, Geotextiles, Industrial, Furnishings, Carpet, Agriculture, Automotive and Others. Based on Product, the market is segmented into Spunbound, Staples, Composite and Meltblown. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Kimberly-Clark Corporation
- Berry Global Group, Inc.
- Schouw & Co.
- Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.
- Toray Industries, Inc.
- Freudenberg SE
- Ahlstrom
- Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.
- SABIC (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
- Asahi Kasei Corporation
Europe Polypropylene Nonwoven Fabric Market Report Segmentation
By Application (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Hygiene
- Medical
- Geotextiles
- Industrial
- Furnishings
- Carpet
- Agriculture
- Automotive
- Others
By Product (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Spunbound
- Staples
- Composite
- Meltblown
By Country (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Russia
- Spain
- Italy
- Rest of Europe