Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market Size Study, by Type (Treated, Inherent), by Application (Apparel, Non-Apparel), by End-Use Industry (Industrial, Defense and Public Safety Services, Transport) and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

February 2025 | 285 pages | ID: G8DB9181C237EN
Bizwit Research & Consulting LLP

Abstracts

The Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market is valued at approximately USD 3.5 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow with a healthy CAGR of 6.6% over the forecast period 2024-2032. Fire-resistant fabrics, known for their ability to prevent flame propagation and provide enhanced safety, have become indispensable across multiple industries. These specialized fabrics, which can either be inherently flame-resistant or treated for fire resistance, are tailored to meet the rigorous demands of industrial workers, defense personnel, and various transport applications. The increasing emphasis on workplace safety regulations and the rising adoption of advanced materials in protective apparel drive the market’s steady expansion.

With industrial safety protocols becoming increasingly stringent, the demand for fire-resistant fabrics in protective clothing has witnessed significant growth. Key drivers include the rise in industrial mishaps, heightened awareness of worker safety, and evolving governmental mandates across major economies. Moreover, the transport sector’s adoption of fire-resistant upholstery and materials for enhanced passenger safety further accelerates the market growth. Innovations in fabric treatments and weaving techniques also enable better performance in harsh conditions, expanding the material’s application scope. However, the high cost of manufacturing and raw materials may pose challenges to market penetration, particularly in price-sensitive regions.

Regionally, North America dominated the fire-resistant fabrics market in 2023 due to strict safety regulations in industries and strong governmental support for workplace safety measures. Europe follows closely, driven by extensive adoption in automotive and aerospace applications, alongside well-established safety standards. The Asia Pacific region, on the other hand, is poised for rapid growth, fueled by expanding industrial activities, urbanization, and increasing awareness of safety protocols in emerging economies like India and China. Latin America and the Middle East & Africa regions also show significant potential, attributed to growing infrastructural developments and investments in defense sectors.

Major market players included in this report are:

• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• Milliken & Company
• Teijin Limited
• Lenzing AG
• PBI Performance Products, Inc.
• Kaneka Corporation
• Glen Raven, Inc.
• Solvay S.A.
• Koninklijke Ten Cate B.V.
• Huntsman Corporation
• Westex by Milliken
• Carhartt, Inc.
• Bulwark Protection
• Lakeland Industries, Inc.
• W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:

By Type

• Treated
• Inherent

By Application

• Apparel
• Non-Apparel

By End-Use Industry

• Industrial
• Defense and Public Safety Services
• Transport

By Region:

North America

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe

• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa

• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

Years considered for the study are as follows:

• Historical Year – 2022
• Base Year – 2023
• Forecast Period – 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:

• Market estimates and forecasts for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenues and regional-level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of the geographical landscape with country-level insights for major regions.
• Competitive landscape featuring information on major market players.
• Analysis of key business strategies and actionable recommendations for future market approaches.
• Examination of the competitive structure of the market.
• Demand-side and supply-side analysis of the market.

Contents

CHAPTER 1. GLOBAL FIRE-RESISTANT FABRICS MARKET EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1.1. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
  1.3.1. By Type
  1.3.2. By Application
  1.3.3. By End-Use Industry
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

CHAPTER 2. GLOBAL FIRE-RESISTANT FABRICS MARKET DEFINITION AND RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS

2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
  2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
  2.3.2. Limitations
  2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
    2.3.3.1. Availability
    2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
    2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
    2.3.3.4. Market Competition
    2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer’s Perspective)
  2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
    2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
    2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
    2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
    2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates

CHAPTER 3. GLOBAL FIRE-RESISTANT FABRICS MARKET DYNAMICS

3.1. Market Drivers
  3.1.1. Increasing Focus on Workplace Safety
  3.1.2. Growing Demand in Industrial and Transport Sectors
  3.1.3. Advancements in Fabric Technologies
3.2. Market Challenges
  3.2.1. High Manufacturing and Raw Material Costs
  3.2.2. Price Sensitivity in Emerging Markets
3.3. Market Opportunities
  3.3.1. Expansion of Regulatory Frameworks
  3.3.2. Growing Demand in Defense and Public Safety Services
  3.3.3. Innovations in Fire-Resistant Materials

CHAPTER 4. GLOBAL FIRE-RESISTANT FABRICS MARKET INDUSTRY ANALYSIS

4.1. Porter’s 5 Force Model
  4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
  4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
  4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
  4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
  4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
  4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
  4.2.1. Political
  4.2.2. Economical
  4.2.3. Social
  4.2.4. Technological
  4.2.5. Environmental
  4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunities
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

CHAPTER 5. GLOBAL FIRE-RESISTANT FABRICS MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY TYPE 2022-2032

5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market: Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  5.2.1. Treated
  5.2.2. Inherent

CHAPTER 6. GLOBAL FIRE-RESISTANT FABRICS MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY APPLICATION 2022-2032

6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  6.2.1. Apparel
  6.2.2. Non-Apparel

CHAPTER 7. GLOBAL FIRE-RESISTANT FABRICS MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY END-USE INDUSTRY 2022-2032

7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market: End-Use Industry Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
  7.2.1. Industrial
  7.2.2. Defense and Public Safety Services
  7.2.3. Transport

CHAPTER 8. GLOBAL FIRE-RESISTANT FABRICS MARKET SIZE & FORECASTS BY REGION 2022-2032

8.1. North America Market
  8.1.1. U.S. Market
    8.1.1.1. By Type Breakdown & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    8.1.1.2. By Application Breakdown & Forecasts, 2022-2032
    8.1.1.3. By End-Use Industry Breakdown & Forecasts, 2022-2032
  8.1.2. Canada Market
8.2. Europe Market
  8.2.1. U.K. Market
  8.2.2. Germany Market
  8.2.3. France Market
  8.2.4. Spain Market
  8.2.5. Italy Market
  8.2.6. Rest of Europe Market
8.3. Asia Pacific Market
  8.3.1. China Market
  8.3.2. India Market
  8.3.3. Japan Market
  8.3.4. Australia Market
  8.3.5. South Korea Market
  8.3.6. Rest of Asia Pacific Market
8.4. Latin America Market
  8.4.1. Brazil Market
  8.4.2. Mexico Market
  8.4.3. Rest of Latin America Market
8.5. Middle East & Africa Market
  8.5.1. Saudi Arabia Market
  8.5.2. South Africa Market
  8.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Market

CHAPTER 9. COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE

9.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
  9.1.1. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
  9.1.2. Milliken & Company
  9.1.3. Teijin Limited
9.2. Top Market Strategies
9.3. Company Profiles
  9.3.1. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
    9.3.1.1. Key Information
    9.3.1.2. Overview
    9.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
    9.3.1.4. Product Summary
    9.3.1.5. Market Strategies
  9.3.2. Milliken & Company
  9.3.3. Teijin Limited
  9.3.4. Lenzing AG
  9.3.5. PBI Performance Products, Inc.
  9.3.6. Kaneka Corporation
  9.3.7. Glen Raven, Inc.
  9.3.8. Solvay S.A.
  9.3.9. Koninklijke Ten Cate B.V.
  9.3.10. Huntsman Corporation

CHAPTER 10. RESEARCH PROCESS

10.1. Research Process
  10.1.1. Data Mining
  10.1.2. Analysis
  10.1.3. Market Estimation
  10.1.4. Validation
  10.1.5. Publishing
10.2. Research Attributes

List Of Tables

LIST OF TABLES

TABLE 1. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Report Scope
TABLE 2. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 3. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market Estimates & Forecasts by Type 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 4. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 5. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market Estimates & Forecasts by End-Use Industry 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 6. Regional Market Analysis – North America 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 7. Regional Market Analysis – Europe 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 8. Regional Market Analysis – Asia Pacific 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 9. Regional Market Analysis – Latin America 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 10. Regional Market Analysis – Middle East & Africa 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 11. Detailed Segment Dashboard – Type
TABLE 12. Detailed Segment Dashboard – Application
TABLE 13. Detailed Segment Dashboard – End-Use Industry
TABLE 14. Country-Level Analysis – U.S. Market, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 15. Country-Level Analysis – Canada Market, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 16. Country-Level Analysis – U.K. Market, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 17. Country-Level Analysis – Germany Market, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 18. Country-Level Analysis – France Market, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 19. Country-Level Analysis – Spain Market, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 20. Country-Level Analysis – Italy Market, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)

List Of Figures

LIST OF FIGURES

FIG 1. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Research Methodology
FIG 2. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Market Estimation Techniques
FIG 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
FIG 4. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Key Trends 2023
FIG 5. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Growth Prospects 2022-2032
FIG 6. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Porter’s 5 Force Model
FIG 7. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, PESTEL Analysis
FIG 8. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Value Chain Analysis
FIG 9. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 10. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market by Segment (Type), 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 11. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market by Segment (Application), 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 12. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market by Segment (End-Use Industry), 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 13. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Regional Snapshot 2022 & 2032
FIG 14. North America Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 15. Europe Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 16. Asia Pacific Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 17. Latin America Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 18. Middle East & Africa Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIG 19. Global Fire-Resistant Fabrics Market, Company Market Share Analysis (2023)