Coated Fabrics Market Analysis

Global Coated Fabrics Market Overview

Coated Fabrics Market Size was valued at USD 34.40 billion in 2023. The Coated Fabrics market industry is projected to grow from USD 36.09 Billion in 2024 to USD 50.4 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.26% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). The increasing demand for transportation and protective clothing are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Coated Fabrics Market Trends

• Increased Demand for Protective Clothing to Drive Market Growth

The market CAGR for coated fabrics is being driven by an increase in demand for protective clothing. Protection against hazardous biological and chemical materials is required in the workplace and can be obtained through the selection of appropriate protective clothing. Rapid industrialization as a result of heavy investments in the manufacturing industry, combined with stringent government regulations imposed by OSHA and NIOSH regarding the use of protective gears, will drive the overall protective clothing market demand. Polyurethane-coated fabric can be used to make high altitude protective clothing, fire retardant clothing, and chemical protective clothing due to properties such as flexibility at low temperatures, resistance to high impact, and resistance to high weather (CPC). As a result, the overall coated fabric market growth in the protective clothing industry is expected to accelerate.

Chemical protective clothing (CPC) is used to protect workers from physical and chemical hazards. It is also used to protect the entire body from poisonous chemicals that manifest their effects through skin absorption. The long-lasting PC is made of rubber or PVC-coated fabrics, which usually prevent chemical permeation and penetration through fabrics in clothing. Fire retardant fabrics are classified into two types: those made of naturally flame retardant fibres and those made of 100% cotton with a flame retardant coating.

Additionally, automotive coated fabric is used in automobiles to improve the appearance and feel of the interior. Resins, PVC, rubber, lacquer, plastics, and oil or varnish finishes are among the materials used to coat or process the fabric. Anti-corrosive, water-resistant, UV resistant, rot-proof, and oil-repellent automotive coated fabric is used in vehicles.

OMNOVA is a global supplier of high-performance coated fabric to automotive OEMs. Most automakers use OMNAVA coated fabric upholsteries because of their impressive design, environmental features, low emissions, appearance, long-lasting performance, and excellent touch.

Moreover, the rise in per capita disposable income, combined with rising global automotive production, may drive demand for polymer coated fabric, which is primarily used in automotive soft tops, seat covers, upholstery, light vehicle interiors, and airbags. Companies are developing recyclable coated fabric for airbags, which will drive the automotive industry forward. Toyobo, for example, created a recyclable coated fabric for airbags. The product is applied to a nylon polymer to replace the silicone polymer used in side curtain airbags.

Coated Fabrics Market Segment Insights

Coated Fabrics Type Insights

The Coated Fabrics Market segmentation, based on type includes polymer coated, rubber coated, fabric backed. The market is dominated by polymer coated fabrics. These are man-made materials with polymer coatings on their surfaces such as polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and polyurethane. Polyurethane (PU) coated fabrics are used for protective gear, footwear, rainwear, gloves, inflatable boats, and waterproof mattress covers because of its elasticity, abrasion resistance, grease and oil resistance, and transparency. This is due to the characteristics of polyurethane (PU). They are widely used in the transportation and automotive industries, specifically in the production of exterior, interior, and cover components, as well as seatbelts and airbags.

Figure1: Coated Fabrics Market, by Type, 2022&2032(USD billion)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Coated Fabrics Application Insights

The Coated Fabrics Market segmentation, based on application, includes transportation, protective clothing, industrial, furniture and others. The transportation category is expected to account for the largest share in the market. Their principal application is in the automotive industry, where they are used to make seat belts, roofing, vehicle seats, airbags, and interiors. It's feasible that rigorous government laws governing automotive security and safety measures may compel automakers to put airbags in their cars. The rise of the Coated Fabrics Market will be supported by the expansion of the automotive sector, which is being driven by increased demand for commercial and passenger vehicles.

Coated Fabrics Regional Insights

By Region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. Asia Pacific was the largest market for coated fabrics in 2022, on account of the growing automotive industry in developing countries. Furthermore, rising product utilization in the manufacture of household furniture is predicted to boost demand for coated fabrics in a variety of applications. The coated fabrics sector is predicted to grow at the fastest rate in the Asia Pacific area as a result of the region's increasing rate of vehicle manufacture.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The U.S., Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure2: COATED FABRICS MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (%)

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Europe’s Coated Fabrics market accounts for the second-largest market share due to the presence of a significant auto manufacturing hub and investment in research and development activities. Further, the German Coated Fabrics market held the largest market share, and the UK Coated Fabrics market was the fastest-growing market in the European region

The Asia-Pacific Coated Fabrics Market Is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. This is due to the expansion of the construction industry. Moreover, China’s Coated Fabrics market held the largest market share, and the Indian Coated Fabrics market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

For instance: The Central and South America region is predicted to increase at a 6.5% CAGR during the projection period. The presence of several of the region's biggest players will continue to encourage expansion.

Coated Fabrics Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in R&D to expand their product lines, which will help the Coated Fabrics market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their global footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, Coated Fabricsindustry must offer cost-effective items.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the global Coated Fabrics industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Coated Fabrics industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the Coated Fabrics market, including Saint-Gobain (France), Sioen Industries NV (Belgium)., Mauritzon Inc (U.S.) ContiTech AG (Germany), Isotex S.p.A. (Italy)and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in R&D operations.

TechStyle Fashion Group, originally JustFab Inc., is an online, membership fashion retailer with five direct-to-consumer brands: JustFab, FabKids, ShoeDazzle, Savage X Fenty, and Fabletics. Its brands include footwear, handbags, jewelry, lingerie, sportswear, and denim. It provides a tailored shopping experience based on members' stated fashion preferences. As of 2019, the corporation has over 5 million paying VIP members and generated $800 million in revenue. Don Ressler and Adam Goldenberg created TechStyle Fashion Group, previously known as JustFab, in March 2010. Its portfolio of businesses collaborate with celebrities and influencers to create capsules that resonate with their consumer base. TechStyle Fashion Group businesses have worked with Demi Lovato, Kelly Rowland, and Maddie Ziegler in recent years. In March 2021,  TechArt digitally-printed, coated fabric was manufactured by AFF TechStyles of Spartanburg, joining the ranks of TechStyle's textile goods that incorporate either pre-made designs or customized graphics.

Trelleborg AB is a multinational engineering industry focused on polymer technology with headquarters in Trelleborg, Sweden, 21,230 workers, and 33.8 billion SEK in annual revenue as of 2021. The company went public in 1964 and is now a large cap component on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange. It operates in 48 countries and states its goal as "engineered polymer solutions that seal, dampen, and protect critical applications in demanding environments." Henry Dunker and Johan Kock, both of whom were already working in the rubber sector, created the company in 1905 as "Trelleborgs Gummifabriks AB" (the Trelleborg Rubber Factory Corporation). In July 2022, BASF collaborated with Vadodara-based membrane manufacturer Permionics Membranes to extend the use of BASF's Ultrason E polyethersulphone (PESU) polymer into coated fabrics that function as particulate and bacterial filters for face masks.

Key Companies in the Coated Fabrics market include

• Omnova Solutions inc (US.)


• Takata Corporation (Japan)


• Saint-Gobain (France)


• Sioen Industries NV (Belaium)


• Mauritzon Inc (U.S.)


• ContiTech AG (Germany)


• Isotex S.p.A.(Italy)


• Graniteville Specialty Fabrics (U.S.)


• Serge Ferrari Group (France)


• Heytex Bramsche GmbH (Germany)


• Trelleborg AB (Sweden)

Coated Fabrics Industry Developments

In April 2021 TechStyles, a division of the AFF group based in South Carolina, introduced new products to address various industry challenges such as longer lead times, rising costs, product availability, inconsistent quality, and higher minimums. The company intends to completely transform the coated fabrics industry.

In March 2021 AFF TechStyles, based in Spartanburg, developed. TechArt is a digitally printed, coated fabric that has joined TechStyle's textile products that feature either pre-developed designs or custom images.

In July 2020 Proquinal Costa Rica, a Spradling Group company, announced a USD 20 million reinvestment in its coated fabric manufacturing plant in Costa Rica. The reinvestment will allow the plant to implement a new process, increasing its export capacity.

Coated Fabrics Market Segmentation

Coated Fabrics Market Poultry Type Outlook

• Polymer Coated


• Rubber Coated


• Fabric Backed

Coated Fabrics Market Application Outlook

• Transportation


• Protective Clothing


• Industrial


• Furniture


• Others

Coated Fabrics Regional Outlook

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