Nonwoven Filtration Market Report 2025

The nonwoven filtration market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.99 billion in 2024 to $8.49 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to environmental awareness, regulatory standards, industrial expansion, healthcare sector growth, water treatment facilities.

The nonwoven filtration market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $11.44 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to consumer demand for purified products, clean energy emphasis, urban development, health crisis response, focus on indoor air quality. Major trends in the forecast period include collaborations, advancements in filtration technology, and product innovations.

The rising demand for water treatment is expected to fuel the growth of the nonwoven filtration market in the coming years. Water treatment encompasses processes such as coagulation, flocculation, and sedimentation, which are employed to remove impurities from water, making it safe for drinking. Nonwoven filtration plays a crucial role in water treatment by effectively eliminating ultrafine dust particles and impurities, ensuring that water remains clean and suitable for household use. For example, in September 2023, Ofwat, a UK-based economic regulator for the water and sewerage industry, reported that in the 2022-23 period, most wastewater treatment companies met their performance commitments, reflecting improved operational outcomes. Additionally, the percentage of households registering for priority water treatment services across the sector significantly increased, rising from 5.7% in 2021-22 to 8% in 2022-23. Thus, the growing demand for water treatment is driving the expansion of the nonwoven filtration market.

The rising circulation of toxic compounds in the air is anticipated to drive the growth of the nonwoven filtration market in the future. Poor air quality has been linked to increased cases of allergies, asthma, headaches, cough, sinusitis, and other chronic respiratory disorders. As a result, the growing presence of toxic compounds is prompting factory owners to implement effective measures to safeguard air quality around their facilities and ensure the health and safety of their workers. Nonwoven filters can play a crucial role in reducing the circulation of harmful chemicals across various applications, including water purification, air filtration, and emission control. These filters are porous fabrics composed of a random arrangement of fibers or filaments specifically designed for filtering and separating different phases. For example, in February 2024, a report from the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs, a UK-based government department, indicated that emissions of PM10 and sulfur dioxide increased from 2021 to 2022, with NMVOC emissions from food and beverage production rising by 27%. Therefore, the increasing circulation of toxic compounds in the air is expected to propel the nonwoven filtration market.

Technological advancements emerge as a pivotal trend in the nonwoven filtration market. Leading contenders in this market are increasingly leveraging cutting-edge technologies to retain their market positions. For instance, the Nonwovens Innovation and Research Institute (NIRI), a US-based institute specializing in nonwoven engineering and product development, introduced a novel filtration platform in March 2022. This platform incorporates nonwoven adsorbent technology, designed for selective filtration of compounds, molecules, and particles from both liquid and gaseous environments. This innovative solution aims to immobilize COVID-19 and prevent cross-infection between healthcare staff and patients, showcasing the pivotal role of technology in enhancing filtration solutions for critical applications.

Key companies in the market are concentrating on developing innovative materials, such as synthetic wetlaid nonwoven products, to secure a competitive edge. A synthetic wetlaid nonwoven product is a fabric-like material created by dispersing synthetic fibers in water and bonding them into a sheet. For instance, in February 2024, Freudenberg Performance Materials, a Germany-based textile manufacturer, launched a new line of 100% synthetic wetlaid nonwoven products in Germany. This line, made from polymer-based fibers including ultra-fine microfibers, is specifically designed for filtration and industrial applications. Marketed under the Filtura brand, these products can be utilized in liquid and air filtration, reverse osmosis membrane support, oil filtration, as well as in the building, construction, and composites industries.

In August 2023, VPC Group, a US-based manufacturer of advanced nonwoven materials, acquired Fibrix LLC for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to strengthen VPC Group's capabilities in the nonwoven fabrics and filtration markets. By integrating Fibrix's expertise in manufacturing advanced nonwoven materials, VPC Group aims to expand its product offerings. Fibrix LLC specializes in producing nonwoven fabrics for a variety of applications, including filtration, automotive, and industrial uses.

Major companies operating in the nonwoven filtration market are Berry Plastics Inc., Ahlstrom-Munksjö Oyj, 3M Company, Cardinal Health Inc., Domtar Corporation, Molnlycke Health Care AB, Mann + Hummel Group, Bondex, Freudenberg Filtration Technologies, Sandler AG nonwoven fabrics, Alkegen, Lydall Inc., Hollingsworth & Vose Company, Johns Manville Corp., Glatfelter Corporation, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, The Woven Experience, Toray Industries Inc., Fibertex Personal Care, Suominen Corporation, Fitesa SA, Avgol Nonwovens, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Toyobo Co. Ltd., Kuraray Co. Ltd., FiberVisions Corporation, Pegas Nonwovens Inc., Winner Medical Co., Advanced Fabrics Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the nonwoven filtration market in 2024. The regions covered in the nonwoven filtration market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the nonwoven filtration market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

Nonwoven filtration involves the use of nonwoven porous fabrics composed of a random arrangement of fibers or filaments, providing features such as high filtration efficiency, high permeability, and a reduced tendency for binding. This filtration method is effective in removing ultrafine dust and aerosols to maintain clean air and water.

The primary types of nonwoven filtration include dry-laid nonwoven, melt-blown nonwoven, and wet-laid nonwoven. Dry-laid nonwovens are filters produced using staple fibers sourced by the nonwoven textile industry. These filters can have single or multi-layered configurations. Various technologies, such as spunbond, meltblow, wetlaid, airlaid, thermobond, needlepunch, spunlace, and others, are employed in the production process. Nonwoven filtration finds applications in diverse industries such as transportation, water filtration, food and beverage, HVAC, manufacturing, medical and healthcare, and other end-use sectors.

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