Acoustic Insulation Market by End-user, Type, and Geography - Forecast and Analysis 2023-2027

Acoustic Insulation Market Forecast 2023-2027

The acoustic insulation market is estimated to grow USD 2.39 billion at a Compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.99% between 2022 and 2027. The market is witnessing growth driven by rising health concerns related to noise pollution. Mandatory government regulations mandating noise control measures further boost market demand. Additionally, the flourishing construction sector contributes significantly to market expansion as builders increasingly prioritize soundproofing solutions. These factors collectively drive the growth trajectory of the market.

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Market Dynamics and Customer Landscape

The market experiences fluctuating demand patterns, varying between daytime and nighttime due to workers' activities. Factors like supply and demand dynamics, as monitored by entities like the US EIA (Energy Information Administration), and Brent crude oil spot prices, influence market growth, aligning with initiatives such as smart city projects and urban transformation schemes. With a notable growth, driven by construction activities in both residential and non-residential sectors, the market witnesses demand for diverse acoustic insulation solutions like low-frequency absorbers, 3D volumetric diffusers, and electro-acoustically controlled acoustics to address noise pollution concerns, especially in environments impacting school children with reading impairment.

Increasing concerns over noise pollution are notably driving the market growth, although factors such as the probable toxic effects of acoustic insulation products may impede the market growth. Our researchers studied the data for years, with 2022 as the base year and 2023 as the estimated year, and presented the key drivers, trends, and challenges for the market. Although there has been a decrease in demand for the market during the COVID-19 pandemic, a holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.   

Key Market Driver

Rising apprehensions regarding noise pollution emerge as a pivotal driver propelling market expansion. Noise pollution, stemming from sources like motor vehicles, industrial operations, and construction activities, poses detrimental effects on human well-being. Acoustic insulation emerges as a viable remedy to mitigate such disturbances, particularly in residential and commercial structures, vehicles, and industries. By absorbing sound waves, acoustic insulation diminishes noise transmission, addressing growing public concerns over noise pollution. This surge in demand is fueled by factors like industrialization, infrastructural advancements, and environmental considerations, amplifying the adoption of acoustic insulation products across various end-use segments amidst urban transformation initiatives.

Significant Market Trends

The increasing adoption of aerogels will fuel the market growth. Owing to its high-performance insulation properties, aerogel is commonly used as an acoustic insulation product. It is an extremely fire-resistant compound and does not require any hazardous or toxic binder and coating materials. Also, it can be used in hot and cold temperatures with equally effective results. The high efficiency of this type of insulation makes it an efficient industrial insulation material.

One of the advantages of aerogel is that the material requires less thick layers than other insulation materials. Owing to all these factors, people prefer aerogel-based acoustic insulation. The rising adoption of aerogel insulation is likely to support the growth of the market during the forecast period.

Major Market Challenge

The probable toxic effects of acoustic insulation products are the major challenge to the market growth. Some acoustic insulation products comprise toxic and hazardous materials such as binders and other ingredients. Some chemicals and minerals, such as asbestos, formaldehyde, and isocyanates, can cause various skin conditions, asthma, and respiratory diseases. Various spray polyurethane foam (SPF) products consist of isocyanate as an ingredient, which can create multiple health hazards for people. These ingredients produce a foul smell and toxic odour. Dizziness, skin allergies, skin, and respiratory tract irritation, contact dermatitis, sensitization, and irritation in the eyes are some of the key human health effects.

Long-term exposure to asbestos may lead to asthma, asbestosis, and even lung cancer. Under the Clean Air Act (CAA), the US EPA has set limits on certain air pollutants. Formaldehyde is designated a hazardous air pollutant in the National Emission Standards in Section 112 of the Clean Air Act. The use of toxic substances in acoustic insulation products and their probable contamination and adverse effect on human health will likely hinder the market growth.

Customer Landscape

Our analysis of the Life Cycle of the market from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. The market growth analysis report illustrates the lifecycle of the market, focusing on the adoption rates of the major regions such as the US, Canada, China, the UK, and Germany. Our researchers have included key purchase criteria, adoption rates, adoption lifecycles, and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop growth strategies for 2022-2027.

Customer Landscape

Who are the Major Market Companies?               

Companies are implementing various strategies, such as strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, and product/service launches, to enhance their presence in the market. 

Knauf - The company offers acoustic insulation solutions with enhanced sound insulation, fire and moisture resistance, and impact strength properties where both sides are covered with blue paper. 

We also have detailed analyses of the market’s competitive landscape and offer information on 20 market Companies, such as

• 3M Co
• Acoustical Surfaces Inc.
• Aerogel Technologies LLC
• Armacell International SA
• Auralex Acoustics Inc.
• BASF SE
• Beautex Industries Pvt. Ltd.
• Cabot Corp.
• Compagnie de Saint Gobain SA
• CSR Ltd.
• Fletcher Building Ltd.
• Hutchinson SA
• INS Acoustics Ltd.
• Isomass Ltd.
• Johns Manville
• Kingspan Group Plc.
• Owens Corning
• ROCKWOOL International AS
• Trelleborg AB

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of Companies has been conducted to help clients understand the wider business environment as well as the strengths and weaknesses of key market players. Data is qualitatively analyzed to categorize Companies as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize Companies as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak. 

Market Segmentation

This market research and growth report extensively covers market segmentation by end-user (building and construction, industrial, and transportation), type (stone wool, glass wool, foamed plastics, and others), and geography (APAC, North America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, and South America).

By End-User

The market share growth by the building and construction segment will be significant during the forecast period. The building and construction industry is one of the key end-user segments for acoustic insulation products. Acoustic insulation products are commonly used to prevent sound transmission in building and construction projects. Several existing sound-absorptive ingredients are used within internal cavities and partitions to avoid acoustic transmission. Some of the key application of acoustic insulation in building and construction includes insulation of walls, floors, doors, windows, internal walls, partitions, facades, and ceilings. 

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The building and construction segment showed a gradual increase in market share, from USD 5.04 billion in 2017, and continued to grow by 2021. Some of the key application of acoustic insulation in building and construction includes insulation of walls, floors, doors, windows, internal walls, partitions, facades, and ceilings. Privacy is also one of the key functions of acoustic insulation to prevent the transmission of sound or background noise. In buildings and construction, acoustic insulation is used to stop airborne sounds and impact sounds. Many types of commonly used acoustic insulation are typically made up of stone wool, glass wool, foamed plastics, cellulose fibre, and natural wool. These products help in reducing the vibrations and noise from external sources. Stone wool and glass wool are widely used in the building and construction industry because of their rigid, durable, inert nature and long-lasting performance. Furthermore, our report provides a brief analysis of historical and forecast market share and their segment, along with their reasons for growth from 2017 to 2027.

Key Regions

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APAC is projected to contribute 40% by 2027. Our analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period.

APAC dominated the market in terms of market share and is likely to sustain its sales position during the forecast period. China and India are the key leading countries in APAC owing to their fast-paced economic growth. China is observing a shift from a government-sponsored and controlled construction sector to privately financed commercial and industrial construction projects. Market growth in China is mainly driven by private funding establishments in the industrial segment. The growing focus on soundproofing and fire protection in residential as well as commercial and high-rise buildings are likely to boost the demand for acoustic insulation during the forecast period. The increasing demand for high-performance acoustic insulation solutions with exclusive noise absorption properties is expected to promote market growth. The building and construction industry is one of the key end-user industries for acoustic insulation products. 

Market Analyst Overview

The market is witnessing significant growth, driven by both the residential and non-residential construction sectors. Demand is particularly high in entertainment centers, offices, schools, theaters, and cinema buildings. The foamed plastic segment, including polyurethane and polystyrene foams, dominates the market, used extensively in walls, ceilings, and doors. Regulatory mandates regarding noise control, especially concerning aircraft and road traffic noise, further bolster market growth. Despite challenges like fluctuating raw material prices and high capital costs, industry players like Knauf Insulation and Soprema are innovating with advanced solutions like low-frequency absorbers and micro-perforated acoustic panels to meet increasing demand.

In the market, a wide array of applications exists across various end-use segments such as offices, schools, theaters, and cinema buildings, necessitating soundproofing solutions for walls, ceilings, and doors. With increasing industrialization and infrastructural developments, particularly in emerging economies, regulatory norms are tightening to address noise-related issues, especially concerning school children and reading impairment. Regulatory mandates like those set by the European Union (EU) drive demand for innovative solutions like 3D volumetric diffusers and electro-acoustically controlled acoustics. Despite challenges like volatility in crude oil prices affecting materials like polyurethane foams derived from fossil fuels, companies like Huntsman are pioneering sustainable solutions to meet stringent regulatory requirements and cater to diverse end-use sectors.

Segment Overview

Our market growth and forecasting report covers revenue growth at global, regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2017 to 2027. We have segmented the market based on type, product, distribution channel, and region.

• End-user Outlook 
  • Building and construction
  • Industrial
  • Transportation 

• Type Outlook 
  • Stone wool
  • Glass wool
  • Foamed plastics
  • Others

• Region Outlook 
  • North America
    • The U.S.
    • Canada
  • South America
    • Chile
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
  • Europe
    • The U.K.
    • Germany
    • France
    • Rest of Europe
  • APAC
    • China
    • India
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

  Market Scope
  Market Report Coverage	Details
  Page number	175
  Base year	2022
  Historical year	2017-2021
  Forecast period	2023-2027
  Growth momentum & CAGR	Accelerate at a CAGR of 3.99%
  Market growth 2023-2027	USD 2.39 billion
  Market structure	Fragmented
  YoY growth (%)	3.76
  Regional analysis	APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and the Middle East and Africa
  Performing market contribution	APAC at 40%
  Key consumer countries	US, Canada, China, UK, and Germany
  Competitive landscape	Leading companies, Competitive Strategies, Consumer engagement scope
  Key companies profiled	3M Co, Acoustical Surfaces Inc., Aerogel Technologies LLC, Armacell International SA, Auralex Acoustics Inc., BASF SE, Beautex Industries Pvt. Ltd., Cabot Corp., Compagnie de Saint Gobain SA, CSR Ltd., Fletcher Building Ltd., Hutchinson SA, INS Acoustics Ltd., Isomass Ltd., Johns Manville, Kingspan Group Plc, Knauf Digital GmbH, Owens Corning, ROCKWOOL International AS, and Trelleborg AB
  Market dynamics	Parent market analysis, Market growth inducers and obstacles, Fast-growing and slow-growing segment analysis, COVID-19 impact and recovery analysis and future consumer dynamics, and Market condition analysis for the forecast period.
  Customization purview	If our market research report has not included the data that you are looking for, you can reach out to our analysts and get segments customized.

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  What are the Key Data Covered in this Market Forecasting Report?

  • CAGR of the market during the forecast period 2023-2027
  • Detailed information on factors that will drive market growth during the next five years
  • Precise estimation of the market size and its contribution to the parent market
  • Accurate predictions on upcoming trends and changes in consumer behavior
  • The growth of the acoustic insulation industry across APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and the Middle East and Africa
  • A thorough analysis of the market’s competitive landscape and detailed information on Companies
  • Comprehensive details of factors that will challenge the growth of market Companies

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