Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market by Types (Antimicrobial/Anti-inflammatory, Repellent & Release, Temperature Regulation, Durable Press/Wrinkle Resistant, Flame Retardant, and Others), Processing Method (Continuous Processing, Batch Treatment, and Coating), Textile Type (Synthetic and Natural), End-user (Commercial, Household, and Others), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023–2031
Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Outlook 2031
The global functional textile finishing agents market size was valued at USD 3.9 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 6.4 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period, 2023–2031. The market growth is attributed to the increase in end-use applications of functional textiles. Advancements in research & development and increased preference for eco-friendly products are responsible for the market growth.
Textile finishing is the process done to achieve functional benefits and an aesthetic appearance to the manufactured fabric. The process includes applying finishing agents and treating the manufactured fabric through chemical and mechanical processes before it is cut and sewn into garments, apparel, and other end-use applications. Different fabrics such as wool, silk, polyester, and others are treated with specific chemicals and agents to enhance their performance.
Functional textiles are used in various applications such as air-conditioning, automotive, pharmaceuticals, gas filtrations, construction, and fire-resistant applications. The finishing agent consists of epoxy polyether chains and a water-soluble polysiloxane, along with organic properties including antimicrobial & anti-inflammatory properties.
The market report finds that the COVID-19 pandemic affected the textile industry by disrupting its trade and export. The pandemic resulted in the healthcare PPE kit supply requirement, resulting in demand growth in the medical and healthcare industry. Pandemic-related protective textiles such as surgery masks, gloves, and chemical protective gowns have played a significant role in curing the pandemic while facing challenges in supplying the goods owing to cross-infection risk.
Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Dynamics
The research report presents a complete market overview by providing detailed information about the current market trends, existing drivers, growth opportunities and potentials, and emerging challenges. The functional textile finishing agents market report has up-to-date insights about market scenarios that can shape the overall market performance and output during the forecast period, 2023 to 2031.
Major Drives
Innovation in Techniques to Produce Advanced Functional Textiles
The finishing agents help the textiles to fight the damage caused by exposure to harmful chemicals, pollutants, and UV light and to maintain the manufactured fabrics. Furthermore, innovation in techniques to produce advanced textiles and the expansion of production units to support the growing functional textile demand are some of the factors driving the industry growth.
Rising purchasing and spending trends among consumers toward high-quality fabric products especially in Canada, Mexico, Europe, and Germany are expected to positively influence the industry in the forecast period.
Existing Restraints
Finishing Agents Have Adverse Effects on Human Health
The chemicals used in the textile finishing agents have adverse effects on human health, due to high toxicity. Wrinkle-free finishers are made with dimethylol ethylene urea which enables the fabric to inhibit the appearance of wrinkles. This chemical releases urea-formaldehyde emissions which are toxic to humans. Formaldehyde has certain harmful effects including skin irritation, allergies, nausea, skin rashes, and eye & nose irritation.
When chemically treated clothing and apparel come in contact with the skin, the chemicals get penetrated the skin. There is an estimated uneven recovery after the effects of the pandemic in the functional textile finishing market in various geographies. The lack of timely availability of raw materials and the disruption in the supply chain are key factors moderately affecting the market.
Emerging Opportunities
Textiles with Smart Features Using Finishing Agents
The properties such as water repellence, fire resistance, adhesion, better visual appearance, and others are projected to have growth opportunities in the finishing agents market during the forecast period. These chemicals help in increasing the efficiency of textiles.
The development of textiles with smart features with finishing agents is estimated to help grow the market. The application of nanotechnology in textiles allows enhanced mechanical usage, resistance to flame, heat, and microbes, better electrical properties, and color properties.
Scope of Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Report
The market report includes an assessment of the market trends, market segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016-2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Types (Antimicrobial/Anti-inflammatory, Repellent & Release, Temperature Regulation, Durable Press/Wrinkle Resistant, Flame Retardant, and Others), Processing Method (Continuous Processing, Batch Treatment, and Coating), Textile Type (Synthetic and Natural), End-user (Commercial, Household, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Wacker Chemie AG; OMNOVA Solutions Inc.; NICCA CHEMICAL CO.,LTD.; Rudolf GmbH; Sarex; Huntsman International LLC.; The Lubrizol Corporation; Zydex Group; Dow; Tanatex Chemicals B.V.; CHT Germany GmbH; STOCKMEIER Group |
Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Segment Insights
Type Segment Analysis
Based on type, the functional textile finishing agents market is divided into antimicrobial & antibacterial, flame-retardant, crease/wrinkle resistance, temperature regulation, repellent & release, antistatic, chemical resistant, and UV resistant, and others.
The repellent & release segment is expected to expand significantly during the projected period, as they are effective stain repellent, water repellent, and oil repellent among others.
The flame-retardants and temperature-regulation segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market in the coming years, as flame retardants are primarily used for fire emergencies while temperature regulation agents control temperature and maintain moisture and humidity.
Processing Method
Based on the processing method, the functional textile finishing agents market is divided into continuous processing, batch treatment, and coating. The continuous processing segment is estimated to expand significantly during the projected period, as a minimum number of liquid resources is required. Continuous and semi-continuous processing systems conserve energy. The quantity of water required per kg of processed fabric is low in the dyeing process.
Some amount of fabric is wasted when the range is first set up to optimize performance, thus continuous processing is preferred for large lengths of fabric. However, the coating segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market in the coming years.
The coating process reduces the chances of holes or defects before it is applied to the fabric and gives a soft coating. It gives the fabric special functions including air and moisture vapor absorbance, water resistance, flame resistance, and others.
Textile Type Segment Analysis
On the basis of textile type, the global market is segregated into synthetic and natural. The synthetic segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period, as it results in sustainability. Synthetic textiles have long wear life and thus reduce environmental waste.
Synthetic materials include spandex, microfiber, rayon, polyester, nylon, and others. On the other hand, the natural textile segment is anticipated to account for a major market share in the coming years, as it is grown sustainably. Some of the natural fabrics are denim, silk, wool, and cotton.
End-User Segment Analysis
The end-user segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period, as the finishing agents are utilized to produce fabrics used for developing footwear, bedsheets, blankets, and other fabrics. These agents are used to add soft texture, color, fragrance, and antibacterial & antimicrobial effects. Wide acceptance of a variety of apparel and changing fashion, is anticipated to increase the demand for the textile, thus directly increasing the demand for finishing agents.The segment growth is further attributed to the increased infrastructure development by governments in different countries such as China, India, and Japan, which boosts the demand. Technical textiles are manufactured using either natural or manual fibers. They are used in construction, agriculture, automotive, medical, and packaging applications.
Regional Analysis
In terms of region, the functional textile finishing agent market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific is anticipated to dominate the market in the coming years, with substantial growth in the use of functional textiles. The wide presence of key manufacturers with large production lines in the region is projected to affect the growth of the functional textile finishing agents market.China and India are expected to contribute to the key market growth in the Asia Pacific region. Favorable government initiatives are estimated to promote the industry and are anticipated to grow the regional market.
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Forecast
4.5.1. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size (000’ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Analysis and Forecast by Types
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
5.3. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
5.3.1. Antimicrobial/Anti-inflammatory
5.3.2. Repellent & Release
5.3.3. Temperature Regulation
5.3.4. Durable Press/Wrinkle Resistant
5.3.5. Flame Retardant
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Types
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Types
6. Global Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Analysis and Forecast by End Users
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
6.3. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
6.3.1. Commercial
6.3.2. Household
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by End Users
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by End Users
7. Global Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1. Market Trends
7.2. Introduction
7.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
7.3. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
7.3.1. North America
7.3.2. Latin America
7.3.3. Europe
7.3.4. Asia Pacific
7.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
7.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
7.6. Global Functional Textile Finishing Agents Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. North America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Analysis and Forecast
8.1. Introduction
8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
8.2. North America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
8.2.1. U.S.
8.2.2. Canada
8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
8.4. North America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
8.4.1. Antimicrobial/Anti-inflammatory
8.4.2. Repellent & Release
8.4.3. Temperature Regulation
8.4.4. Durable Press/Wrinkle Resistant
8.4.5. Flame Retardant
8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
8.7. North America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
8.7.1. Commercial
8.7.2. Household
8.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
8.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
8.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
8.10.1. By Country
8.10.2. By Product Type
8.10.3. By Application
8.11. North America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Latin America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
9.2. Latin America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. Brazil
9.2.2. Mexico
9.2.3. Rest of Latin America
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. Latin America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
9.4.1. Antimicrobial/Anti-inflammatory
9.4.2. Repellent & Release
9.4.3. Temperature Regulation
9.4.4. Durable Press/Wrinkle Resistant
9.4.5. Flame Retardant
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
9.7. Latin America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
9.7.1. Commercial
9.7.2. Household
9.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
9.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
9.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.10.1. By Country
9.10.2. By Product Type
9.10.3. By Application
9.11. Latin America Functional Textile Finishing Agents Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Europe Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Europe Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. Germany
10.2.2. France
10.2.3. Italy
10.2.4. U.K.
10.2.5. Spain
10.2.6. Russia
10.2.7. Rest of Europe
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Europe Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
10.4.1. Antimicrobial/Anti-inflammatory
10.4.2. Repellent & Release
10.4.3. Temperature Regulation
10.4.4. Durable Press/Wrinkle Resistant
10.4.5. Flame Retardant
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
10.7. Europe Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
10.7.1. Commercial
10.7.2. Household
10.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
10.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
10.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.10.1. By Country
10.10.2. By Product Type
10.10.3. By Application
10.11. Europe Functional Textile Finishing Agents Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Asia Pacific Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Asia Pacific Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. China
11.2.2. Japan
11.2.3. South Korea
11.2.4. India
11.2.5. Australia
11.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Asia Pacific Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
11.4.1. Antimicrobial/Anti-inflammatory
11.4.2. Repellent & Release
11.4.3. Temperature Regulation
11.4.4. Durable Press/Wrinkle Resistant
11.4.5. Flame Retardant
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
11.7. Asia Pacific Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
11.7.1. Commercial
11.7.2. Household
11.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
11.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
11.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.10.1. By Country
11.10.2. By Product Type
11.10.3. By Application
11.11. Asia Pacific Functional Textile Finishing Agents Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Middle East & Africa Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Analysis and Forecast
12.1. Introduction
12.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
12.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
12.2. Middle East & Africa Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
12.2.1. Saudi Arabia
12.2.2. South Africa
12.2.3. UAE
12.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
12.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.4. Middle East & Africa Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
12.4.1. Antimicrobial/Anti-inflammatory
12.4.2. Repellent & Release
12.4.3. Temperature Regulation
12.4.4. Durable Press/Wrinkle Resistant
12.4.5. Flame Retardant
12.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
12.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
12.7. Middle East & Africa Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
12.7.1. Commercial
12.7.2. Household
12.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by End Users
12.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by End Users
12.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
12.10.1. By Country
12.10.2. By Product Type
12.10.3. By Application
12.11. Middle East & Africa Functional Textile Finishing Agents Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
13. Competition Landscape
13.1. Global Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market: Market Share Analysis
13.2. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Distributors and Customers
13.3. Functional Textile Finishing Agents Market: Competitive Dashboard
13.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
13.4.1. Wacker Chemie AG
13.4.2. OMNOVA Solutions Inc.
13.4.3. NICCA CHEMICAL CO.,LTD.
13.4.4. Rudolf GmbH
13.4.5. Sarex
13.4.6. Huntsman International LLC.
13.4.7. The Lubrizol Corporation
13.4.8. Zydex Group
13.4.9. Dow
13.4.10. Tanatex Chemicals B.V.
13.4.11. CHT Germany GmbH
13.4.12. STOCKMEIER Group