The global engineered fibers market size is anticipated to reach USD 16.68 billion by 2030 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc.The global demand for engineered fibers has been witnessing robust growth, driven by their versatile application across sectors such as construction, automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and defense. These Fibers are valued for their superior mechanical properties, durability, and performance under extreme conditions. With increasing requirements for high-performance materials that offer strength, flexibility, and resistance to heat, chemicals, and abrasion, industries are rapidly replacing traditional materials with engineered fibers. The surge in infrastructure development, especially in emerging economies, further amplifies the demand outlook.
Several factors are driving the growing adoption of engineered fibers. A major contributor is the increasing focus on lightweight materials in the automotive and aerospace sectors to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. Expanding the healthcare industry post-pandemic has also created a heightened demand for medical textiles with antimicrobial and barrier properties. The rising consumer awareness of safety and sustainability encourages the use of engineered fibers in protective clothing, geotextiles, and industrial filtration. The overall shift towards performance-driven and multifunctional materials continues to push market growth.
Stringent environmental and safety regulations across regions are significantly shaping the engineered fibers market. Governments are increasingly mandating the use of recyclable, fire-retardant, and non-toxic materials, particularly in construction, automotive, and protective apparel applications. In the European Union and North America, compliance with REACH, OSHA, and other safety standards has pushed manufacturers to innovate and adopt cleaner production technologies. Similarly, mandates for sustainable infrastructure and green building materials are driving the development and application of eco-friendly engineered fibers.
Innovation is at the core of market growth in engineered fibers. Companies are investing heavily in R&D to develop advanced fibers with improved mechanical, thermal, and chemical resistance properties. Recent technological advancements include the integration of nanotechnology for enhanced functionality, bio-based polymers for sustainability, and smart textiles with embedded sensors for real-time monitoring. Automation in textile processing, 3D weaving, and hybrid material development are also accelerating the adoption of engineered fibers in next-generation industrial and consumer applications. These innovations are not only enhancing performance but also opening new use cases across diverse sectors.
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The carbon fibers segment led the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 41.5% in 2024, fueled by their unmatched strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and increasing affordability due to advancements in production techniques.
The construction & infrastructure segment dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 41.5% in 2024, due to their widespread use in concrete reinforcement, insulation materials, geotextiles, and structural composites.
Asia Pacific dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of about 35.7% in 2024, due to rapid industrialization, urbanization, and large-scale infrastructure development across countries like China, India, Japan, and South Korea
Grand View Research has segmented the global engineered fibers market on the basis of fiber type, end use industry, and region:
Engineered Fiber Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Aramid Fibers
Carbon Fibers
Glass Fibers
Others
Engineered Fibers End Use Industry Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Construction & Infrastructure
Automotive
Healthcare
Others
Engineered Fibers Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Spain
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Central & South America
Middle East & Africa
List of Key Players in the Engineered Fibers Market
Owens Corning
DuPont
Solvay S.A.
Mitsubishi Chemical Group
Hexcel Corporation
Teijin Limited.
Hyosung Advanced Materials.
Toray Industries, Inc.
SGL Carbon
Honeywell International
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