Fire-resistant Fabrics Market by End-user, Product, and Geography - Forecast and Analysis 2023-2027

Fire-resistant Fabrics Market Forecast 2023-2027

The Fire-resistant Fabrics Market size is forecast to increase by USD 1.74 billion, at a CAGR of 6% between 2022 and 2027. The market's expansion hinges on multiple factors, notably the burgeoning chemical and oil and gas sectors, along with the escalating demand within the automotive industry for fire-resistant fabrics. Additionally, the increasing need for flame-resistant fabrics in stage drapery further contributes to this growth trajectory. These trends signify a broader shift towards enhanced safety standards across various industries. With advancements in fabric technology and stringent regulatory requirements, there's a notable push toward innovative solutions that offer both protection and performance. As industries continue to prioritize safety measures and consumers seek reliable fire-resistant materials, the market for flame-resistant fabrics is poised for sustained growth in the coming years.

What will be the size of the Market During the Forecast Period?

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Market Segmentation

This report extensively covers market segmentation by end-user (industrial protective and mining clothing, transport, defense and firefighting services, and others), product (apparel and non-apparel), and geography (Europe, APAC, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa). It also includes an in-depth analysis of drivers, trends, and challenges. Furthermore, the report includes historic market data from 2017 to 2021.

Market Dynamics and Customer Landscape

The market is primarily driven by the oil & gas industry, construction industry, and manufacturing industry due to their stringent industrial regulations and focus on industrial safety apparel. Technological innovations continue to push boundaries, resulting in advanced fire-resistant fabrics such as PBI Performance Products like PBI (Polybenzimidazole). The market trends include rising demand for protective gear and heatproof fabrics in high-risk sectors like mining industry and transportation. However, challenges persist in meeting the diverse needs of industries and addressing evolving workplace accident risks effectively. Our researchers analyzed the data with 2022 as the base year, along with the key drivers, trends, and challenges. A holistic analysis of drivers will help companies refine their marketing strategies to gain a competitive advantage.

Key Market Driver

The global market is being driven by the growth of the chemical and oil and gas industries. These industries have seen a significant increase in growth due to the rising demand for energy worldwide. As more people live in urban areas, the demand for energy is expected to continue growing, with the United Nations projecting that the global urban population will nearly double the rural population by 2040.

As a result, there is a higher demand for fire-resistant fabrics in these industries to ensure worker safety and prevent fire hazards. The widespread use of fire-resistant fabrics in the chemical and oil and gas industries is expected to contribute to the market's growth during the forecast period.

Significant Market Trend

The primary driving factor in the global market growth is the increasing demand from emerging economies, particularly in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. The use of fire-resistant fabrics for protective purposes by workers and firefighters in countries such as China and India is fueling market growth. APAC has experienced significant growth due to macroeconomic policies implemented to promote economic stability, growth, and transformation, including efforts to increase revenue earned by commodity-exporting countries.

Moreover, the market is gaining traction in developing regions due to numerous opportunities from various end-user application segments, including industrial protective and mining clothing, transport, defense and firefighting services, and home and institutional furnishings. China, with its large population and high consumption potential, is a crucial player in the growing demand for fire-resistant fabric materials in the region. In the forecast period, several new production projects for fire-resistant fabrics are expected to be initiated to meet the growing demand.

Major Market Challenge

The high cost of fire-resistant fabrics is a major challenge to the global market growth. The cost associated with fire-resistant fabrics acts as a major drawback to the market. Thermally stable fibers are blended with cotton, nylon, rayon, and polyester during the production of fire-resistant fabrics. This process also requires fire-resistant chemicals to make reliable protective clothing fabrics. This above-mentioned process is carried out by using solid-state or gas-state technologies. This means that even fibers such as cotton, nylon, and rayon, which comprise thermally stable fibers, may need to include solid-state or gas-state technologies to protect and safeguard the wearer sufficiently.

Moreover, these advanced technologies incur additional costs, which is a major barrier to the market during the forecast period. In addition, the market prices of fire-resistant fabrics largely depend on the cost of processing technology to convert the raw materials into the final product. Hence, the increased costs due to this technology will act as a major threat to the growth of the market during the forecast period.

Key Market Customer Landscape

The market report includes the adoption lifecycle of the market, covering from the innovator’s stage to the laggard’s stage. It focuses on adoption rates in different regions based on penetration. Furthermore, the report also includes key purchase criteria and drivers of price sensitivity to help companies evaluate and develop their growth strategies.

Global Market Customer Landscape

Who are the Major Market Players?

Vendors 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.

Dletec - The company offers fire-resistant fabrics that are made using the best cotton fibers for strength and durability. Also, this segment offers the best protection from heat and flame, along with the best comfort. These fabrics are made using the best cotton fibers for strength and durability and are combined with Daletec's unique finishing.

The report also includes detailed analyses of the competitive landscape of the market and information about 15 market players, including:

• DuPont de Nemours Inc.
• Glen Raven Inc.
• Gunei Chemical Industry Co. Ltd.
• Henan Tianyu Garment
• Huntsman Corp.
• Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd.
• Kaneka Corp.
• Lenzing AG
• Marina Textil SL
• Milliken and Co.
• Newtex Industries Inc.
• PBI Performance Products Inc.
• Safechem Solution Pvt. Ltd.
• Solvay SA
• Teijin Ltd.

Qualitative and quantitative analysis of vendors 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 vendors as pure play, category-focused, industry-focused, and diversified; it is quantitatively analyzed to categorize vendors as dominant, leading, strong, tentative, and weak.

What is the Fastest-Growing Segment in the Market?

The market caters to a diverse range of industries, including the oil & gas industry, construction industry, manufacturing industry, and transport industry. These sectors heavily rely on technological innovations to enhance industrial safety apparel and protect workers from potential hazards. The chemical industry plays a crucial role in providing raw materials for fire-resistant fabrics, ensuring compliance with industrial regulations and safety standards. PBI (Polybenzimidazole), known for its exceptional heat resistance, is a popular choice in defensive apparel used in the mining industry and other hazardous environments. As BRICS nations witness rapid industrial growth, the demand for fire-resistant fabrics continues to surge, especially for applications in oil and gas operations, where heatproof fabrics are indispensable. The market thrives on advancements in flame-resistant technology, meeting the stringent safety requirements of these vital sectors.

The market share growth by the industrial protective and mining clothing segment will be significant during the forecast period. The market by industrial protective and mining clothing is projected to grow at a faster pace in comparison to the other end-user segments because of the increasing demand from various industries such as oil and gas, construction and manufacturing, mining, and chemicals. 

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The industrial protective and mining clothing segment was valued at USD 2.41 billion in 2017 and continue to grow by 2021. Workers in industries such as oil and gas, and chemicals, all around the world are exposed to fire and electrical hazards at their workplaces. Some of the hazards that workers are exposed to include chemical hazards from liquids (sprays), hazards from thermal nuclear radiations, gases or dust occurring in application industries such as fertilizers, pharmaceutical or petrochemical industries, and the electroplating industry. Industrial protective and mining clothing helps in protecting workers from these hazards. Therefore, the market for this segment will grow during the forecast period.

Which are the Key Regions for the Market?

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Europe is estimated to contribute 33% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market during the forecast period. The market in Europe will grow at the highest CAGR in comparison with the other regions during the forecast period due to stringent industrial regulations. The transport industry is a major application segment that will drive the growth of the market in Europe in the next few years. The use of these fibers is increasing in the railways, buses, cars, and aircraft. In addition, the automotive industry is the major end-user in the market in Europe. The stringent industrial standardizations pertaining to safety at the workplace will also fuel the market in Europe during the forecast period.

Segment Overview

The market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels and provides a market research and growth analysis of the latest trends and growth opportunities from 2017 to 2027. 

• End-user Outlook 
  • Industrial protective and mining clothing
  • Transport
  • Defense and firefighting services
  • Others

• Product Outlook 
  • Apparel
  • Non-apparel

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

Market Analyst Overview

The market is deeply intertwined with key industries such as the oil & gas, construction, and manufacturing sectors. Technological innovations play a pivotal role in driving the development of advanced industrial safety apparel and protective gear. With a focus on industrial safety and minimizing workplace accidents, there's a growing demand for affordable fire-resistant fabrics that meet regional minimum criteria or laws. These fabrics are designed to withstand various mechanical threats and are composed of raw components like PBI (Polybenzimidazole), known for its exceptional heatproof and retardant properties.

Moreover, the market caters not only to the industrial sector but also to applications in mining, defensive apparel, upholstery, and tents. Fabrics come in different forms such as woven, non-woven, and knitted, offering versatility in usage. As urbanization and globalization continue, the demand for protective wear extends to a broader range of industries and applications, including curtains, drapes, and multipurpose fire-resistant fabrics tailored to diverse environmental and safety needs. The oil & gas, construction, and manufacturing industries utilize heatproof fabrics for tents and coverings, often made from naturally occurring fabrics, especially in the mining industry. The market stands at the forefront of ensuring safety standards across various sectors and is driven by ongoing technological advancements and evolving safety regulations.

Furthermore, the market is an essential component in several key industries such as the oil & gas, construction, and manufacturing sectors. These industries require heatproof and retardant fabrics to ensure workplace safety and protect against fire hazards. The demand for such fabrics extends to various applications, including tents, coverings, curtains, and drapes used in both industrial and residential settings.One notable material used in fire-resistant fabrics is Aramid, known for its exceptional flame-resistant properties. These fabrics are often made from naturally occurring fibers and are designed to withstand high temperatures and prevent the spread of fire. As industries expand globally, emerging economies in BRICS nations are also contributing to the demand for fire-resistant fabrics, especially in sectors like mining where fire safety is a critical concern.

Market Scope
Report Coverage	Details
Page number	169
Base year	2022
Historic period	2017-2021
Forecast period	2023-2027
Growth momentum & CAGR	Accelerate at a CAGR of 6%
Market growth 2023-2027	USD 1.74 billion
Market structure	Fragmented
YoY growth 2022-2023(%)	5.55
Regional analysis	Europe, APAC, North America, South America, and Middle East and Africa
Performing market contribution	Europe at 33%
Key countries	US, China, India, Germany, and France
Competitive landscape	Leading Vendors, Market Positioning of Vendors, Competitive Strategies, and Industry Risks
Key companies profiled	DALETEC, DuPont de Nemours Inc., Glen Raven Inc., Gunei Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., Henan Tianyu Garment, Huntsman Corp., Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd., Kaneka Corp., Lenzing AG, Marina Textil SL, Milliken and Co., Newtex Industries Inc., PBI Performance Products Inc., Safechem Solution Pvt. Ltd., Solvay SA, Teijin Ltd., TenCate Fabrics EU, U Long High Tech Textile Co. Ltd., W. L. Gore and Associates Inc., and Xinxiang Harmony Textile Co. Ltd.
Market dynamics	Parent market analysis, market growth analysis, Market forecasting, 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.
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• CAGR of the market during the forecast period
• Detailed information on factors that will drive the growth of the market between 2023 and 2027
• Precise estimation of the size of the market size and its contribution to the parent market
• Accurate predictions about upcoming market trends and changes in consumer behavior
• Growth of the market  across Europe, APAC, North America, South America, and the Middle East and Africa
• Thorough market growth and forecasting analysis of the market’s competitive landscape and detailed information about vendors
• Comprehensive market research report analysis of factors that will challenge the growth of market vendors

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