Aramid Fiber Market Report 2026

The aramid fiber market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.74 billion in 2025 to $6.4 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing defense and military equipment demand, increased adoption of composite materials, expansion of aerospace manufacturing activities, rising use in protective apparel, technological advancements in fiber processing.

The aramid fiber market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.72 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for lightweight and high-strength materials, expansion of electric and autonomous vehicles, rising investments in advanced composites, growing focus on fire-resistant materials, increased adoption in industrial safety applications. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of aramid fibers in lightweight composites, rising demand for high-performance protective fabrics, growing adoption in aerospace and defense applications, expansion of aramid reinforcement in automotive components, enhanced focus on heat and impact resistance.

Increasing demand in the automotive sector is anticipated to support the growth of the aramid fiber market during the forecast period. Aramid fibers are utilized to reinforce tires, powertrain components, turbocharger hoses, brake pads, belts, gaskets, clutches, seat textiles, electronics, seat sensors, and hybrid motor materials. For example, in May 2025, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), a Belgium-based motor vehicle manufacturing association, South American car production increased by 1.7% in 2024 compared to 2023, primarily driven by Brazil, which saw a 6.3% rise, producing around 1.9 million cars. Additionally, global bus production reached 362,005 units last year, representing a 10.3% growth from 2023. Consequently, the rising demand from the automotive sector is expected to propel the growth of the aramid fiber market.

Major companies in the aramid fiber market are increasingly pursuing strategic partnerships to foster innovation, share resources, and expand their market presence. For example, in August 2023, First Solar Inc., a U.S.-based solar technology company, entered into a partnership with UbiQD Inc., a U.S.-based manufacturer of quantum dots and nanocomposites for solar cells. This collaboration involves First Solar investing in the integration of quantum dots directly into its solar panels to enhance electricity generation. The partnership includes financial support from First Solar to facilitate the engineering and adaptation efforts required to incorporate UbiQD's quantum-dot-infused plastic film technology into the solar panel manufacturing process.

In January 2024, DuPont de Nemours, Inc., a U.S.-based chemical company, formed a partnership with Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. (PBE). The objective of this collaboration is to provide body armor made with DuPont's Kevlar EXO aramid fiber specifically for North American state and local law enforcement. This body armor aims to enhance ballistic protection by combining the lightweight flexibility of Kevlar EXO with Point Blank's advanced armor design, thereby improving mobility and comfort for law enforcement personnel. Point Blank Enterprises, Inc. is a U.S.-based company dedicated to the development, manufacturing, and distribution of high-performance protective solutions.

Major companies operating in the aramid fiber market are DuPont, Teijin Ltd, Kolon Industries Inc, Hyosung, Toray Industries Inc, Yantai Tayho Advanced Materials Co. Ltd., Kamenskvolokno JSC, Kermel, Taekwang Industrial, X-FIPER New Material Co. Ltd, China National Bluestar Co. Ltd, Sinopec Yizheng Chemical Fibre, Zhejiang Longsheng Group, Hebei Silicon Valley Chemical, Shandong Helon Aramid, Shenzhen Longpont, Jiangsu Anlun Chemical, Shandong Zhonglan Electronic Technology, SRO Aramid, Huvis Corp.

Europe was the largest region in the aramid fiber market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the aramid fiber market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the aramid fiber market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The aramid fiber market consists of sales of meta-aromatic and para-aromatic polyamide. 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.

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