Spandex fiber is a synthetic fiber, manufactured from the long chain of polyurethane, also called as lycra or elastane. This fiber is known for its exceptional elasticity and is more durable than rubber. It is lightweight, dyeable, and has excellent abrasion resistance. As compared to other elastic materials, when the spandex fiber is tailored, it doesn’t get frayed. Its prominent characteristics make it popular in the manufacturing of various textile industries, including tailoring of swimming wear, cycling wear, and casual wear.
Growth of global spandex fiber market is mostly driven, owing to rise in demand for spandex fiber for competitive swimming and cycling activities, rise in tourism, and consumers shifting trends for water-based tourism. Change in fashion trend is expected to play a key role in the growing adoption of spandex fiber for clothing apparel. Furthermore, development of bio-based products is attributed to the change in market dynamics of textile sector. Increase in investment in R&D of the spandex fiber is anticipated to offer lucrative growth opportunities for market in the forecast period. Growth in adoption of spandex fiber in manufacturing of pressure diapers and bandages is spurring the market growth. Furthermore, increase in applications in healthcare sector are expected to augment the growth of the market. Various government initiatives and campaigns encourage the students for participating in the water-related activities, which are expected to stimulate the growth of the market. Fluctuating prices of spandex fiber and availability of substitutes hamper the growth of the market in the forecast period. Moreover, stringent government regulations are expected to hinder the growth of the market.
The outbreak of pandemic accelerated growth of healthcare industry. Spandex fibers have wide range of application in the healthcare industry as it is used to manufacture masks, gloves, and medical apparel. Increase in demand for aforementioned healthcare products during the COVID-19 positively impacted the growth of the market.
The global spandex fiber market is segmented on the basis of type of production method, application, and region.
Depending on type of production method, it is segmented into solution dry spinning, solution wet spinning, and others. According to application, it is categorized into apparel & clothing, home furnishing, and others. The apparel & clothing accounted for the highest market share, owing to increase in utilization of spandex fiber products in various clothes and major sport equipment. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA. Asia-Pacific is the leading region in terms of demand for spandex fiber, and is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. High adoption of spandex fiber products in the region continue to boost the growth of the spandex fiber market size, due to huge population base and presence of many developing countries in this region.
The key players operating in the global spandex fiber market are Hyosung Corporation, Invista, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Toray Industries, Inc., Indorama Industries Ltd., TK Chemical Corporation, Zhejiang Huafon Spandex Co. Ltd., Xiamen Lilong Spandex Co., Ltd., Yantai Spandex Co., Ltd., and Taekwang Industrial Co. Ltd.
Other players in the value chain include Xinxiang Bailu Chemical Fibre Group Co. Ltd., Baoding Swan Spandex Co., Ltd., Spandex Corporation Ltd., Jiangsu Shuangliang Spandex Co., Ltd., Highsun Group, and Yantai Tayho Advanced materials Co. Ltd. are competing for the share of the market through product launch, joint venture, partnership, and expanding the production capabilities to meet the future demand for the spandex fiber market in the forecast period.
Key Benefits For Stakeholders
- This report provides a detailed quantitative analysis of the current spandex fiber market trends and estimations from 2020 to 2030, which assists to identify the prevailing opportunities.
- An in-depth analysis of spandex fiber market across the globe is anticipated to provide a detailed understanding of the current trends to enable stakeholders formulate specific plans.
- A comprehensive analysis of the factors that drive and restrain the growth of the market is provided.
- Region-wise and country-wise market conditions are comprehensively analyzed in this report.
- The projections in this report are made by analyzing the current trends and future market potential from 2020 to 2030 in terms of value.
- An extensive analysis of various regions provides insights that are expected to allow companies to strategically plan their business moves.
- Key market players within the market are profiled in this report and their strategies are analyzed thoroughly, which help to understand the competitive outlook of the global spandex fiber market.
Key Market Segments
By Production Method
- Solution Dry Spinning
- Solution Wet Spinning
- Others
By Application
- Home Furnishing
- Others
- Apparel and Clothing
By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- U.K.
- Netherlands
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Rest Of Asia Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- Argentina
- South Africa
- Rest of LAMEA
Key Market Players
- Hyosung Corporation
- invista
- Asahi Kasei Corporation
- Toray Industries, Inc.
- Indorama Industries Ltd.
- TK Chemical Corporation
- Zhejiang Huafon Spandex Co. Ltd.
- Xiamen Lilong Spandex Co., Ltd.
- Yantai Spandex Co., Ltd.
- Taekwang Industrial Co. Ltd.
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Executive Summary
According to this report titled, 'Spandex Fiber Market,' the spandex fiber market was valued at $8.4 billion in 2020, and is estimated to reach $16.9 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.31% from 2021 to 2030.The global spandex fiber market is significantly expanding, owing to increase in demand for spandex fiber from automotive and transportation industries to manufacture parts, including automotive door panels, car seat covers, and automotive films. Spandex fiber is higher quality, lighter, suppler, and more adaptable than rubber. Increase in use of spandex as an alternative to natural and synthetic rubber in industrial applications is driving market growth. It is does not absorb water therefore, is used in industrial protective clothing. In addition, various vehicle safety measures and stringent government regulations to promote provision of seat belts and airbags are driving market growth, as spandex fiber is used in the production of seat belts and airbags. In addition, increase in use of spandex fiber in the medical field support the growth of the spandex fiber market, as it is used in compression bandages, baby diapers, surgical gloves, and drapes. For instance, in 2019, the government of Malaysia and Australia allocated 7 billion and 5 billion respectively to support health and medical research. The increasing healthcare investments in various regions of Asia-Pacific lead to increase in demand for healthcare apparel, which further increase the demand for spandex fibers in the market.
The raw materials derived from crude oil are often used for manufacturing spandex fibers. Therefore, price fluctuation of crude oil prices hinders growth of the spandex fibers market. The geopolitical issues between the countries like the U.S., Iran, Iraq, Russia, and Saudi Arabia impacted the crude oil prices. For instance, in the beginning of 2020, demand for oil drastically declined following lockdowns and travel restrictions, due to pandemic. For instance, in April 2020, crude oil prices traded at3/bbl., whereas, the U.S. oil prices dropped below zero. Thus, volatility in crude oil prices is expected to be a significant challenge for the spandex fiber manufacturers during the forecast period. Increase in alternative products, due to rapid innovation and on-going major investments by the top market players and emerging market entrants hinder the development of spandex fiber market.
Owing to rise in the affluent population, changing lifestyle and the demand for comfortable life led to rise in demand for spandex fibers in variety of products, including automotive industry and healthcare industry. Furthermore, following a healthy lifestyle is anticipated to increase participation in sports activities, which, in turn, promote the demand for comfortable sportswear. Spandex has superior stretching property that prevents the wearer’s movements, which boosts its demand in sportswear. These advantages along with increase in demand for sportswear in various activities is expected to provide ample opportunities for the growth of the market.
The global spandex fiber industry is segmented on the basis of type of production method, application, and region.
Depending on the type of production method, the market is segmented into solution dry spinning, solution wet spinning, and others. According to application, it is categorized into apparel & clothing, home furnishing, and others. The apparel & clothing segment accounted for the highest market share, owing to increase in utilization of spandex fiber products in various clothes and major sport equipment. Region wise, it is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and LAMEA. Asia-Pacific is leading region in terms of demand for spandex fiber, and is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. The high adoption of spandex fiber products in the region continue to boost the growth of spandex fiber market size, due to huge population base and presence of many developing countries in this region.
The key players operating in the global spandex fiber market are Hyosung Corporation, Invista, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Toray Industries, Inc., Indorama Industries Ltd., TK Chemical Corporation, Zhejiang Huafon Spandex Co. Ltd., Xiamen Lilong Spandex Co., Ltd., Yantai Spandex Co., Ltd., and Taekwang Industrial Co. Ltd.
Other players in the value chain include Xinxiang Bailu Chemical Fibre Group Co. Ltd., Baoding Swan Spandex Co., Ltd., Spandex Corporation Ltd., Jiangsu Shuangliang Spandex Co., Ltd., Highsun Group, and Yantai Tayho Advanced materials Co. Ltd., etc. are competing for the spandex fiber market share through product launch, joint venture, partnership, and expanding the production capabilities to meet the future demand for the Spandex Fiber market in the forecast period.
IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE GLOBAL SPANDEX FIBER MARKET
- Emergence of COVID-19 minimally impacted the growth of the global spandex fiber market during the pandemic.
- This impact is mostly attributed to significant disruptions in raw material transportation, and less availability of labor, which ceased the manufacturing industries led to decline in demand for spandex fiber during the pandemic.
- Decrease in demand for many non-essential products and ceased construction negatively impacted the growth of global spandex fiber market.
- Thus, aforementioned factors negatively impacted the global spandex fiber market growth during the pandemic period.
Key findings of the Study
- By region, Asia-Pacific accounted for the largest market share in 2020.
- Depending on type of production method, solution dry spinning segment holds the largest market share in 2020.
- According to application, apparel & clothing segment holds the largest market share in 2020.
Companies Mentioned
- Hyosung Corporation
- invista
- Asahi Kasei Corporation
- Toray Industries, Inc.
- Indorama Industries Ltd.
- TK Chemical Corporation
- Zhejiang Huafon Spandex Co. Ltd.
- Xiamen Lilong Spandex Co., Ltd.
- Yantai Spandex Co., Ltd.
- Taekwang Industrial Co. Ltd.
Methodology
The analyst offers exhaustive research and analysis based on a wide variety of factual inputs, which largely include interviews with industry participants, reliable statistics, and regional intelligence. The in-house industry experts play an instrumental role in designing analytic tools and models, tailored to the requirements of a particular industry segment. The primary research efforts include reaching out participants through mail, tele-conversations, referrals, professional networks, and face-to-face interactions.
They are also in professional corporate relations with various companies that allow them greater flexibility for reaching out to industry participants and commentators for interviews and discussions.
They also refer to a broad array of industry sources for their secondary research, which typically include; however, not limited to:
- Company SEC filings, annual reports, company websites, broker & financial reports, and investor presentations for competitive scenario and shape of the industry
- Scientific and technical writings for product information and related preemptions
- Regional government and statistical databases for macro analysis
- Authentic news articles and other related releases for market evaluation
- Internal and external proprietary databases, key market indicators, and relevant press releases for market estimates and forecast
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Table Information
Report Attribute | Details |
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No. of Pages | 246 |
Published | March 2022 |
Forecast Period | 2020 - 2030 |
Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 8.36 billion |
Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 16.87 billion |
Compound Annual Growth Rate | 7.3% |
Regions Covered | Global |
No. of Companies Mentioned | 10 |