Regenerated Cellulose Market by Type (Fibers [Lyocell, Viscose, Modal, and Others] and Films), Source (Non-wood Pulp, Wood Pulp, Bamboo, and Others), Manufacturing Process (Cuprammonium, Acetate, Viscose, and N-Methylmorpholine N-Oxide), End-user (Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, Fabric, Agriculture, Packaging, 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
Regenerated Cellulose Market Outlook 2031
The global regenerated cellulose market size was USD 18.12 Billion in 2022 and is likely to reach USD 35.14 Billion by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 8.7% during the forecast period, 2023–2031. The market growth is attributed to the high demand for rayon-regenerated cellulose fiber and the increasing demand for the textile industry.
High usage of regenerated cellulose fibers in the textile industry is expected to boost the market. These fibers make clothes smooth, textured, and shiny, and these absorb moisture and eliminate the growth of bacteria in synthetic fabrics. They are used in protective clothing, breathable fabrics, and medicinal use, which increases the demand for the market. In addition, rayon is a term for regenerated cellulose fiber including modal, viscose, and lyocell. It is similar to cotton and hemp. This fiber is created by dissolving the cellulose of wood pulp in chemicals. Thus, in turn, is likely to increase the demand for the regenerated cellulose market. For Instance,
- In July 2021, LENZING AG partnered with Orange Fiber the world’s first brand to produce sustainable fabrics launched the first TENCEL-branded lyocell fiber that is made of wood pulp and orange. This new product aims to increase sustainability in the fashion and textile industry.
The market report finds that the COVID-19 pandemic hampered the regenerated cellulose market, owing to the disruption of the supply chain. Transportation delays and the shortage of labor affect several end-user industries, which hampers the demand for the market. However, in the medical sector, the increasing demand for masks, paper towels, wipes, and other medical equipment is expected to boost the regenerated cellulose market.
Regenerated Cellulose Market Dynamics
Major Drivers
High demand for eco-friendly fabrics in emerging countries is expected to drive the regenerated cellulose market. In emerging economies such as India, China, and others, there is an increasing demand for eco-friendly fabrics. Regenerated cellulose is an eco-friendly alternative to cellulose fibers such as viscose.
During the production process, these fibers help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other harmful pollutions. It is highly used in the textile and apparel industries owing to its excellent breathability, good absorbency, smoothness, lustrous, silky, and other good mechanical properties, which increases the demand for the market.
Existing Restraints
High cost of fiber and shortage of cellulose raw materials in the manufacturing process are expected to hamper the regenerated cellulose market. Shortage of raw materials such as wood owing to the scarcity of freshwater resources and forest degradation worldwide hinders the market and results to the high cost of fibers. In addition, problems in supplier capacity, sudden increases in raw materials, commodity scarcity, and environmental concerns are restraining the market.
Emerging Opportunities
Increasing demand for hygienic personal care products is expected to create lucrative opportunities for the market players. Regenerated cellulose fibers are used in sanitary pads and diapers due to their flexibility, absorbency, and other factors. It quickly absorbs and transfers urine to the polyacrylate superabsorbent material. Several companies are focusing on developing new products, which increases the demand for the regenerated cellulose market. For instance,
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In October 2021, Renewcell partnered with Kelheim Fibers a leading producer of specialty viscose fibers to launch a European closed loop for fashion. This partnership is focused on evolving commercial scale production of viscose fibers of superior quality from up to 10000 tons of Renewcell’s 100% Circulose textile recycled material every year.
Scope of Regenerated Cellulose 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 |
Regenerated Cellulose Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Type (Fibers [Lyocell, Viscose, Modal, and Others] and Films), Source (Non-wood Pulp, Wood Pulp, Bamboo, and Others), Manufacturing Process (Cuprammonium, Acetate, Viscose, and N-Methylmorpholine N-Oxide), and End-user (Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, Fabric, Agriculture, Packaging, 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 |
Ningbo Tianan Biomaterials Co., Ltd.; NatureWorks LLC; LENZING AG; International Paper; Crown Aesthetics; Grasim Industries Limited; Georgia-Pacific; Fulida Group Holding Co., Ltd; Eastman Chemical Company; Danimer Scientific; and Asahi Kasei Corporation |
Regenerated Cellulose Market Segment Insights
Type Segment Analysis
Based on type, the regenerated cellulose market is bifurcated into fibers and films. The fibers segment is further segmented into lyocell, viscose, modal, and others. The fibers segment is expected to expand at a significant pace during the projection period, due to the high demand for environment-friendly products.
Lyocell fibers are produced from the reaction between cellulose and chlorine or bromine. It is used in the industrial sector owing to its smoothness and good wet strength. It is made by regenerating cellulose in an organic solvent, N-Methylmorpholine-N-oxide hydrate, which is biodegradable and nontoxic, and is completely recycled.
Source Segment Analysis
In terms of source, the global market is segregated into non-wood pulp, wood pulp, bamboo, and others. The wood pulp segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period, owing to lower chemical usage, purity & consistency, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient quality. Regenerated cellulose is extracted from wood pulp and it is used in various applications particularly where high wet tenacity, tensile strength, abrasion, and tremendous absorbing capacity are required. They are widely used in various applications such as in the making of farming ropes, tire codes, and others, with the help of properties.
Manufacturing Process Segment Analysis
On the basis of manufacturing process, the regenerated cellulose market is segmented into cuprammonium, acetate, viscose, and N-Methylmorpholine N-oxide. The viscose segment is expected to register a robust growth rate during the forecast period, as it is highly hydrophilic natural polymer with low viscosity and have high surface area. The manufacturing process of viscose involves dissolving the wood into a pulp solution and then cleaning, washing, and bleaching. This solution is then treated to create fibers and then the fibers are treated to form regenerated cellulose which is turned into fibers to make textiles.
End-user Segment Analysis
Based on end-user, the global market is divided into automotive, pharmaceuticals, fabric, agriculture, packaging, and others. The fabric segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market in the coming years, due to the increasing demand for eco-friendly fabric that is comfortable for the skin. It is used in a variety of fabrics such as innerwear, fashionable dresses, rugs, bedding, ethnic wear, and others. Fabric provides various characteristics such as softness, absorbency, comfort, luster, and others, which propels the demand of the segment in the market.
Regional Analysis
In terms of region, the global generated cellulose market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Aisa Pacific is expected to dominate the market during the projection period, due to the increasing demand for woven fabrics and rising awareness regarding disposable income and sustainability products. The regional market growth is further attributed to the high usage of eco-friendly raw materials such as automotive, fabric, and packaging industries.
The market in North America is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace in the coming years, owing to the adaptability of cellulose products. In the region, the high demand for sports textiles results in the requirement for new products in the market is expected to rise. The regional market is further attributed to the increasing research & development activities for developing innovative technologies for the market.
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Regenerated Cellulose 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. Regenerated Cellulose Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Regenerated Cellulose Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Regenerated Cellulose Market Forecast
4.5.1. Regenerated Cellulose Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Regenerated Cellulose Market Size (000’ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Regenerated Cellulose Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Regenerated Cellulose 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. Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
5.3.1. Fibers
5.3.2. Films
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Types
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Types
6. Global Regenerated Cellulose 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. Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
6.3.1. Automotive
6.3.2. Pharmaceuticals
6.3.3. Fabric
6.3.4. Agriculture
6.3.5. Packaging
6.3.6. Others
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by End Users
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by End Users
7. Global Regenerated Cellulose 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. Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. North America Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
8.4.1. Fibers
8.4.2. Films
8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
8.7. North America Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
8.7.1. Automotive
8.7.2. Pharmaceuticals
8.7.3. Fabric
8.7.4. Agriculture
8.7.5. Packaging
8.7.6. Others
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 Regenerated Cellulose Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Latin America Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
9.4.1. Fibers
9.4.2. Films
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
9.7. Latin America Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
9.7.1. Automotive
9.7.2. Pharmaceuticals
9.7.3. Fabric
9.7.4. Agriculture
9.7.5. Packaging
9.7.6. Others
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 Regenerated Cellulose Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Europe Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
10.4.1. Fibers
10.4.2. Films
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
10.7. Europe Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
10.7.1. Automotive
10.7.2. Pharmaceuticals
10.7.3. Fabric
10.7.4. Agriculture
10.7.5. Packaging
10.7.6. Others
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 Regenerated Cellulose Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Asia Pacific Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
11.4.1. Fibers
11.4.2. Films
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
11.7. Asia Pacific Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
11.7.1. Automotive
11.7.2. Pharmaceuticals
11.7.3. Fabric
11.7.4. Agriculture
11.7.5. Packaging
11.7.6. Others
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 Regenerated Cellulose Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Middle East & Africa Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose 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 Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
12.4.1. Fibers
12.4.2. Films
12.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
12.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
12.7. Middle East & Africa Regenerated Cellulose Market Size and Volume Forecast by End Users
12.7.1. Automotive
12.7.2. Pharmaceuticals
12.7.3. Fabric
12.7.4. Agriculture
12.7.5. Packaging
12.7.6. Others
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 Regenerated Cellulose Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
13. Competition Landscape
13.1. Global Regenerated Cellulose Market: Market Share Analysis
13.2. Regenerated Cellulose Distributors and Customers
13.3. Regenerated Cellulose Market: Competitive Dashboard
13.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
13.4.1. Ningbo Tianan Biomaterials Co., Ltd.
13.4.2. NatureWorks LLC
13.4.3. LENZING AG
13.4.4. International Paper
13.4.5. Crown Aesthetics
13.4.6. Grasim Industries Limited
13.4.7. Georgia-Pacific
13.4.8. Fulida Group Holding Co., Ltd
13.4.9. Eastman Chemical Company
13.4.10. Danimer Scientific
13.4.11. Asahi Kasei Corporation