Carded Non-Wovens Market - Forecast(2022 - 2027)

The presence of COVID-19 has heightened the importance of infection control in medical practice, making medical nonwovens a standout market performer in 2020. As coronavirus infections are controlled, medical nonwovens will continue to be in high demand through 2025, as they are an important tool for infection and disease protection. Demand for carded nonwovens is increasing as a result of the increased use of personal protective equipment in the treatment of COVID-19. This type of nonwoven is used in face masks, which act as a vital barrier against the microscopic virus. Also, carded nonwoven is used to make anti-bacterial wipes which are used to disinfect skin, most commonly the hands. Hand sanitising wipes containing at least 60% alcohol appear to kill Covid 19. Moreover, international supply chains are being disrupted as countries with a significant manufacturing footprint in nonwovens prioritize domestic supply over export markets. As a result, new capacity is swiftly added, and carded nonwoven lines are repurposed to fulfil the rising demand. Thus, the aforementioned factors are influencing carded nonwovens market growth.

The report “Carded Non-Wovens Market– Forecast (2021-2026)”, by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the carded non-wovens market.
By Application and Technology: Hygiene (Thermobonded (TB), Air-through Bonded (ATB), Resin Bonded (RB), Spunlaced, and Others), Personal Care Wipes (Thermobonded (TB), Air-through Bonded (ATB), Resin Bonded (RB), Spunlaced, and Others), Other Wipes (Thermobonded (TB), Air-through Bonded (ATB), Resin Bonded (RB), Spunlaced, and Others), Filtration (Thermobonded (TB), Air-through Bonded (ATB), Resin Bonded (RB), Spunlaced, and Others), Medical/Surgical (Thermobonded (TB), Air-through Bonded (ATB), Resin Bonded (RB), Spunlaced, and Others), Industrial(Thermobonded (TB), Air-through Bonded (ATB), Resin Bonded (RB), Spunlaced, and Others), Respiratory Protection(Thermobonded (TB), Air-through Bonded (ATB), Resin Bonded (RB), Spunlaced, and Others), and Others.
By Application and Material: Hygiene (Synthetic Fibers and Natural Fibers),Personal Care Wipes(Synthetic Fibers and Natural Fibers), Other Wipes(Synthetic Fibers and Natural Fibers),Filtration(Synthetic Fibers and Natural Fibers),Medical/Surgical(Synthetic Fibers and Natural Fibers),Industrial, Respiratory Protection, and Others.
By Geography: North America (USA, Canada, and Mexico), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and Rest of South America), Europe(Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Poland, and Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Rest of APAC),and RoW (Middle East and Africa).

 

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Key Takeaways

Asia-Pacific region dominated the carded non-wovens market andis also expected to grow on account of rising awareness about the hygiene, and the growing number of women in the workforce in economies such as China, India, and Japan.
Over the last few years, a diverse range of disposable personal hygiene wet wipes have become accessible. Thus, it is anticipated that the growing demand for wipes is set to drive the market growth.
Rising usage of household wipes typically made of polyester and viscose blended fibres, with polyester serving as the primary component for the production of carded non-wovens would raise the growth of the industry.
Moreover, the insufficient availability of raw materials such as carbon fibres, glass fibres or high tenacity yarns, and aramids that are more expensive and not easily available may limit market growth.

Figure: Carded Non-Wovens Market Revenue Share, by application, 2020 (%)

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Hygiene application held the largest share in the carded non-wovens market in 2020.Among the technologies, spunlaced and thermobonded technology are the most widely used under this application. Increasing use of carded nonwovens in a variety of hygiene applications in daily lives, including feminine hygiene products, infant diapers, adult incontinence products, and others, is driving the demand for the market. Thermobonded technology is one of the most important methods used for making carded nonwovens. The process of applying heat to attach or stabilize a web structure made up of thermoplastic fibres is known as thermal bonding. Since no chemicals are utilized, it is a chemical-free technology which is widely used in the hygiene applications. Also, the increased consumption of spunlaced carded nonwovens due to the growing population and growing demand for hygiene products are driving the carded nonwovens market. Owing to the covid-19 pandemic situation, the need to maintain hygiene has increased the demand for hygiene products. Further, this has uplifted the usage of spunlaced and thermobonded carded nonwovens usage in hygiene applications.

Hygiene segment held the largest share with 32% in the carded non-wovens market in 2020 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period 2021-2026. Increasing use of synthetic and natural fibres for the production of carded non-wovens is estimated to drive the market growth. Synthetic fibres, such as polyester, improve moisture management and strength in hygiene items such as diaper acquisition/distribution layers, making them popular materials used in the hygiene sector. In February 2020, Mondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, has developed a new Carded Airlaid Carded (CAC) line for wipes that is more environmentally friendly. These can be used for cleaning and personal hygiene. This new range will contain 100% cellulose, including viscose and pulp from certified sources, resulting in a totally biodegradable nonwoven material. Thus, with such launches the market for carded non-wovens is anticipated to rise over the projected period.

 

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Asia-Pacific region dominated the carded non-wovens market in terms of revenue with a share of 31% in 2020 and is projected to dominate the market during the forecast period (2021-2026). The growing demand for hygiene, personal care, and other products, along with high purchasing power in countries such as China, India, and Indonesia, tends to become a potential market for carded non-wovens during the forecast period. The demand for diaper is substantially on an upsurge in China, driven largely by volume growth spurred by the relaxation of the one child policy, which increased the birth rate. Major diaper brands are focusing on growing sales and market share in the country and the Chinese consumer preferences like softness and improved fit are spreading around the world which is increasing the adoption of carded nonwovens in the diapers. For instance, in August 2017, the US consumer goods company Procter & Gamble launched Pampers Ichiban a popular diaper product in Japan, into the Chinese market. According to Kimberly-Clark Corp, Indonesia's diaper market is currently valued at US$1.6 billion, making it the world's sixth largest. In September 2020, Kimberly-Clark Corp KMB.N has agreed to buy Softex Indonesia for US$1.2 billion from a group of shareholders led by CVC Capital Partners Asia Pacific, as it seeks to expand its presence in Southeast Asia. This acquisition aided the company in increasing its market share in Indonesia, where disposable diaper demand has risen in recent years as a result of the growing birth rate. Thus, with the growing demand for carded non-wovens in various end use industries in this region will further drive the market growth in the forecast period.

Carded nonwovens have a lot of flexibility when it comes to fibre selection, bonding processes, and production conditions. This flexibility, when combined, allows to create custom carded fabrics that match the needs of specific application requirements of customers. The fibres in a carded nonwoven web are aligned primarily in the machine direction, which is advantageous in some applications. It can combine several sorts of fibres and layers, giving the end user some control over the fabric's parameters. Carded nonwovens feature more consistent fibre alignment than conventional nonwovens, resulting in increased stability and internal bond strength. The fabric's integrity is influenced by the bonding procedure used. This method can use synthetic, natural, and recycled fibres in a variety of deniers. Therefore, owning to the aforementioned factors its demand is increasing.

Carded nonwovens are widely used in consumer wipes such as baby wipes and household care wipes, as well as personal hygiene products such as infant diapers, training pants, adult incontinence products, and feminine hygiene products. The growing income levels, rising birth rate and ageing population have contributed to an increase in demand for hygiene products such as baby diapers, sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence products, which is expected to drive demand for carded nonwoven fabrics. The world's two most populous countries are China and India. According to the National Defence Research Institute, India's current rate of population growth is roughly twice that of China (1.55 percent annually versus 0.66 percent for China), and its total population will equal China's in 2025 (roughly 1.4 billion in each country), then surpass China's. The Indian population will continue to grow until at least 2050, while China's population will peak at around 1.5 billion in 2032.As a result, the rising birth rate is expected to drive up demand for carded nonwovens used in hygiene products.

Higher raw material costs moderately impede the global carded nonwoven fabrics market's growth. Shifts in consumer needs, high oil prices, and global trade patterns all have an impact on the market. Despite the fact that the oil market is inherently volatile, polypropylene prices may not rise or fall in the medium term from their current levels. According to BP statistics, in 2018, the average crude oil price increased to US$71/bbl from US$54/bbl in 2017. Whereas in 2019, the price decreased to US$64/bbl and US$41.84/bbl in 2020. This fluctuation in the price of oil affects the input cost of intermediary goods, resulting in either passing the cost on to customers or lowering margins. The price changes have a cascade effect on finished product prices. This may impact the carded nonwovens market growth.

Technology launches, acquisitions, and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the carded non-wovens market. Major players in the carded non-wovens market are Groz-Beckert KG, Berry Global Inc., Fitesa S.A, TWE Vliesstoffwerke GmbH & Co. KG., WPT Nonwovens Corp., Mondi Plc, NV Evolutia Nonwovens, Schill + Seilacher Struktol GmbH, RKW Group, Fiberweb India Ltd. and others.

 

Acquisition/Product Launches

In January 2021, Fitesa S.A introduced a product called Fitesa® Shield AV, a nonwoven that has silver ions in its structure. Fitesa® Shield product line consists of antiviral spunbond and multi-layer SMS that can be used in various applications such as the production of surgical gowns and drapes, sterilization wraps, head covers, shoe covers, bed linen and laminates, respiratory protection equipment like N95 face masks and respirators, among others
In May 2021, WPT Nonwoven Corp launched a new nonwoven polyester fabric from 100% polyester filament or polyester blend. These nonwoven polyester fabrics can be used in various applications such as hygiene products, construction materials, telecom products and others.

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