Nanofibers Market Report 2025

This report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The nanofibers market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.96 billion in 2024 to $2.21 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing demand from pharmaceutical and medical industry, increased use of nanofibers in the electronics segment, new applications of nanofibers in agriculture.

The nanofibers market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.37 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing utilization in flexible and stretchable electronics, increasing potential use of nanofibers in food applications, increasing production of carbon nanofibers from biomass and biomass blends. Major trends in the forecast period include advance research and development and growing market for cellulosic nanofibers, product innovations, growing trend of recyclable packaging materials, collaborations, investments.

The increasing demand for electronics is anticipated to drive the expansion of the nanofibers market in the future. Electronics is the field of physics and technology that focuses on the study, design, and application of devices and systems that manage the flow of electrons or other charge carriers within semiconductors or conductors. Nanofibers are highly adaptable and play a crucial role in advancing electronic technologies, helping to create smaller, more efficient, and multifunctional devices. For example, in October 2023, the Shanghai Municipal People's Government reported that China's consumer electronics retail sales are expected to grow by 4 percent, reaching 2.2 trillion yuan (US$305 billion) this year, with growth projected to increase to 5 percent in 2024. This rising demand for electronics, therefore, is fueling the growth of the nanofibers market.

Prominent companies in the nanofiber market are actively investing in innovative technologies, with a particular focus on recyclable packaging materials to address environmental concerns and promote sustainability. Recyclable packaging materials, capable of being reused and recycled, contribute to environmental sustainability by facilitating recovery and reprocessing into new products. Mondi Plc, a UK-based multinational packaging and paper group, exemplifies this commitment by introducing BarrierPack Recyclable in March 2022. This recyclable packaging material utilizes nanofiber technology, offering sustainable packaging solutions. The structure of BarrierPack Recyclable is made of PP or PE monomaterial, achieving certification as recyclable with an AAA rating (>95%). The packaging is not only lighter and stronger than PET or PE but also provides high oxygen and moisture barriers, suitable for diverse product applications. Mondi's emphasis on recyclable and sustainable packaging aligns with its position as a leading producer of sustainable packaging solutions.

In July 2022, NanoLayr Ltd., a UK-based manufacturer of polymer materials, purchased Revolution Fibres for an undisclosed sum. The goal of this acquisition is to harness Revolution Fibres' innovative expertise to strengthen NanoLayr's nanotechnology portfolio. Revolution Fibres is a UK-based company specializing in advanced electrospinning technology for the production of nanofibers.

Major companies operating in the nanofibers market report are Espin Technologies Inc., Hollingsworth & Vose, Nippon Paper Industries Co. Ltd., Teijin Ltd., Toray Industries Inc., Argonide Corp., Chuetsu Pulp & Paper Co. Ltd., Donaldson Co. Inc., Lime, Spur A.S., Abalioglu Holding A.S., Acs Material, Asahi Kasei Corp., Inmed Llc., Nxtnano, Showa Denko K.K., Up Catalyst, Applied Sciences Inc., DuPont Esfil, Tehno ASAS, IREMA-Filter GmbH, Japan Vilene Company Ltd., Merck KGAA, Nanofiber Solutions, NanoLayr Limited, Nanoval GmbH & Co. KG, Pardam s.r.o, Sappi Ltd., SNC Fibers.

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

The nanofibers market consists of sales of silica nanofibers, and organic nanofibers. 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).

Nanofibers are ultrafine fibers characterized by diameters within the nanometer range, typically ranging from 1 nm to 1 μm. These fibers can be derived from a variety of polymers, encompassing both natural and synthetic materials, and showcase distinctive physical properties. Notably, nanofibers exhibit a substantial surface area-to-volume ratio, high porosity, and remarkable mechanical strength.

Nanofibers are categorized into several main product types, including carbon nanofiber, ceramic nanofibers, composite nanofiber, polymeric nanofiber, carbohydrate-based nanofiber, and metallic/metal oxides. Ceramic nanofibers, a specific type within this classification, exhibit distinct properties such as a high surface area-to-volume ratio, exceptional porosity, and impressive mechanical and thermal characteristics. Various technologies are employed in the production of nanofibers, including magnet spinning, force spinning, rotary jet spinning, and others. These nanofibers find applications across diverse industries, such as water and air filtration, automotive and transportation, textiles, medical, electronics, and energy storage. Additionally, they are utilized by different end-users, including those in mechanical, chemical and environmental fields, medical, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and other sectors.

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