Nanotechnology Clothing Global Market Report 2024

The nanotechnology clothing market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $7.16 billion in 2023 to $8.91 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 24.4%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to various factors, including performance enhancement in clothing, innovation in fashion and style, applications in health and wellness, utilization of lightweight and comfortable materials, and increased competitiveness within the textile industry.


The nanotechnology clothing market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $20.43 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.1%. Forecasted growth is driven by the adoption of sustainability and eco-friendly materials, integration of smart textiles and wearable technology, personalized and customizable apparel options, incorporation of health monitoring and wellness features, and the global pandemic response. Major trends in the forecast period encompass the utilization of nanofiber-based textiles, development of energy-harvesting textiles, application of anti-odor nanoparticles, emphasis on environmental sustainability, and the emergence of biometric sensing clothing.

The nanotechnology clothing market is anticipated to experience growth, primarily driven by the increasing adoption of nanotechnology clothing in the medical sector, where its anti-microbial properties play a crucial role. Nanotechnology clothing, equipped with anti-microbial features, proves effective against various microorganisms, including viruses, fungi, and bacteria. Companies operating in this market are introducing medical products designed to combat microorganisms. An example is Anxin, a Zhuhai-based mask manufacturer, which launched bacteria-killing reusable nano-silver masks in March 2021, meeting the rising demand for face masks post the COVID-19 outbreak. The nano-silver particles in these masks continuously release ions capable of killing bacteria and viruses. Consequently, the growing use of nanotechnology clothing in the healthcare industry is expected to drive market revenues and growth in the coming years.

The nanotechnology clothing market is poised for growth due to increasing consumer awareness and emphasis on health and wellness. Consumer health and wellness involve individuals actively managing and optimizing their health, well-being, and lifestyle. The rising demand for clothing that not only provides protection and comfort but also contributes to overall well-being is driving the market. Nanotechnology clothing supports health-conscious consumers in maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. In March 2022, the Office for National Statistics reported that a significant percentage of people in the UK considered themselves to be in good or very good health. This emphasis on health and wellness is expected to propel the growth of the nanotechnology clothing market.

The growth of the nanotechnology clothing market may face hindrances due to concerns about the toxicity of nanomaterials. Nanomaterials or nanoparticles have been identified as potentially toxic to the human body, with the ability to enter the circulatory system through the skin, lungs, and intestinal organs. Inhalation of nanomaterials can lead to their entry into the human body, reaching the brain and causing damage or death. The potential toxicity of nanomaterials poses a challenge and is expected to restrain the growth of the nanotechnology clothing market during the forecast period.

A significant trend influencing the growth of the nanotechnology clothing market is the introduction of new products featuring wearable technology. Key players in the market are launching clothing lines incorporating wearable technology to sustain their competitive positions globally. For example, in December 2021, NanoTextile, a Malaysia-based nanotechnology firm, introduced the 'Beneath Hijab' theme. This product line is inspired by underscarves or inners and offers a diverse range of patterns, silhouettes, and colors. 'Beneath Hijab' prioritizes comfort alongside functionality, leveraging nanotechnology integrated into the inner scarf. This technology is part of NanoTextile's Hygienic Series, encompassing antibacterial, odorless, and self-cleaning functionalities.

Major companies are focusing on innovation, introducing products such as smart fabric to enhance their market profitability. Smart fabric is a type of textile embedded with digital components such as batteries, LEDs, electronic chips, or sensors. For instance, in May 2021, Nextiles, a US-based textiles company, launched Smart fabric designed to monitor data related to human performance. This fabric can interact with the environment, transmit data using embedded sensors or lead wires, and communicate with wearable devices through clothing. It has the capability to sense various environmental conditions.

Major companies operating in the nanotechnology clothing market report are BASF SE, Toray Industries Inc., Parker Hannifin Corporation, FTEnE GmbH, Teijin Frontier Co. Ltd., Patagonia Inc., Helly Hansen AS, Odegon Technologies AG, Osmotex AG, GoGoNano, Oxford Nanopore Technologies Ltd., Aspen Aerogels Inc., Nantero Inc., Spiber Inc., Nano Textile Ltd., NuMat Technologies Inc., Nanotech Industrial Solutions Inc., Liquidia Technologies Inc., DigiLens Inc., StoreDot Ltd., PurThread Technologies Inc., Abionic SA, Bolt Threads Inc., Schoeller Textil AG, Colmar S.p.A., eSpin Technologies Inc., NanoHorizons Inc., Lyncean Technologies Inc., Modern Meadow Inc., Shanghai Huzheng Nano Technology Co. Ltd., Nanotex LLC, Bionic Yarn, Nolla Antimicrobial Oy, Nanovis LLC, Nanogate SE, Nanophase Technologies Corporation, Quantum Materials Corp.

Western Europe was the largest region in the nanotechnology clothing market in 2023. Asia-Pacific was the second largest region in the global nanotechnology clothing market share. The regions covered in the nanotechnology clothing market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the nanotechnology clothing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Primary types of nanotechnology clothing include nanocoated textiles, nanoporous textiles, fabrics with nanofiber webs, and composite fibers with nanostructures. Nanocoatings, ultra-thin films in the nanoscale range (around 1–100 nm), are used to enhance features such as antibacterial and anti-fouling properties, corrosion resistance, and water/ice protection. The applications span across healthcare, packaging, sports and leisure, defense, home and household, environmental protection, geotextiles, and more, catering to men, women, and children.

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The nanotechnology clothing market consists of sales of nanowhiskers, silver nanoparticles, nanopores, and nanoparticles. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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