The Asia Textile Chemicals Market was recorded to have a year-on-year (YoY) growth rate of 7.4%, finally concluding at a valuation of USD 13,360 Millionin 2022. According to Future Market Insights, overall textile chemicals sales in Asia are set to register a 6% CAGR during the forecast period of 2023 and 2033 and reach a valuation of USD 24,600 Millionby 2033.
China and India are poised to emerge as key producers and exporters of the textile chemicals market in the next five years. Soaring demand for non-toxic chemicals that reduce water consumption in textile production might bolster growth in the market, enabling it to reach 1510 kilotons (KT) by 2033-end.
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Asia Textile Chemicals Market CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 6% |
| Asia Textile Chemicals Market Valuation (2023) | 14,200 Million |
| Asia Textile Chemicals Market Valuation (2033) | 24,600 Million |
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Demand for textile chemicals in many Asian countries has been increasing significantly, as leading manufacturers are collaborating with global apparel industry market players for revenue generation. As sustainability concerns gain precedence, textile chemical manufacturers would focus on adopting sustainable chemical management to enable less consumption of water and energy.
Thanks to the ever-expanding textile and apparel industry, the adoption of textile chemicals has burgeoned in the last couple of years. As per FMI’s analysis, the Asia textile chemicals market recorded a year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth of 6.7% from 2020 to 2021.
Increasing demand for textile chemicals across China, India, and Japan within the apparel industry has bolstered growth. Increasing export-import textile chemicals supply chain across the globe is expected to also aid the demand. Demand for textile chemicals is not limited to the apparel industry alone, as textile chemicals are extensively used in floor covering and home furnishings. Burgeoning demand for textile chemicals from the construction and medical industry would also propel the growth.
With extensive use of textile chemicals within diverse end-use sectors while developing eco-friendly chemicals, it is anticipated that the market is predicted to register a steady growth at 6% CAGR between 2023 and 2033. As per Future Market Insights, the textile chemicals market reached a valuation of USD 13,360 Million while registering a shipment of 978 kilotons of textile chemicals in 2022.
Key players are increasing research & development (R&D) initiatives to develop microbes through proper finishing processes that are capable of manufacturing high-performance-renewable dye, catering to the demand from the apparel manufacturing industry. The cost-effectiveness of the synthetic biology method has encouraged companies to fabricate colorful dyes in the most environmental-friendly manner. Reduced water consumption with finer-quality textiles has improved the demand for eco-friendly chemicals.
Hence, sustainable chemical management is being actively adopted by manufacturers in the apparel industry. For instance, 7 leading companies have come together to launch Sustainable Chemistry for the Textile Industry, which will help retailers and manufacturers attain the highest levels of sustainability. Archroma, CHT Group, Huntsman, Kyung-In Synthetic Corporation (KISCO), Pulcra Chemicals, Rudolf Group, and Tanatex Chemicals are the leading manufacturers who have made substantial investments in sustainable solutions in recent years.
Also, the need for textile chemicals in several processes and applications is expected to support the growth in textile raw material production observed in the last few years. Such initiatives and investments in sustainable approaches are expected to widen the growth opportunities for textile chemicals manufacturers.
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Stringent regulations imposed on using hazardous chemicals in the clothing and apparel industry have triggered various sustainability as well as health concerns. A couple of years back, Greenpeace’s Detox Campaign was organized, which exposed the links between textile manufacturing facilities using toxic chemicals.
Since then, key manufacturers have adopted sustainable ways to use non-toxic chemicals while curbing the wastage of water. Manufacturers in the textile chemicals market are adopting the usage of non-aqueous dyeing of cotton textiles. For health safety & in adherence to eco-friendly policy, textile manufacturers are adopting sustainable approaches through chemical management. Demand for eco-friendly chemicals, which reduces water and energy consumption in textile processing and manufacturing, has burgeoned.
With an increased focus on environmental protection in adherence to government norms, manufacturers are likely to register incremental opportunities within the apparel industry.
Vietnam and Indonesia are two new emerging economies and are projected to grow at a rate of 5.3% and 5.1% respectively.
| Countries | Market Share |
|---|---|
| China | 58.5% |
| India | 12.6% |
| Bangladesh | 4.6% |
| Vietnam | 4% |
| Indonesia | 3% |
China is expected to emerge as a highly lucrative market for textile chemicals, attributed to its pinnacle position in the textile & apparel industry. China is projected to cement its dominance across East Asia’s textile chemicals market, registering a 6.2% CAGR.
China is the largest clothing exporter in the world, as it has one of the largest textile & apparel industries. Recent estimates from the General Administration of Customs of China suggest that China’s textile and apparel exports accounted for USD 291.22 Billion in January 2020, increasing 9.5% over 2019.
| Attributes | Details |
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| Market Size (2033) | USD 15,200 Million |
| Market Absolute Dollar Growth (USD Million/Billion) | USD 6,894& Million |
With the increasing production and import-export, China’s textile & apparel industry is on the boom. Increasing investment, as well as government support, is aiding the expansion of China’s textile chemical industry, rendering it a growth of 6.2% during the forecast years. Cheaper electricity rates, lower cotton prices, and transportation subsidies are aiding the growth of the textile industry. With the onslaught of COVID-19, the production of PPE kits and masks gave an exponential boost to the textile industry.
As of May 2020, China accounted for 60% of mask production across the globe as per the Global PPE demand & supply report. An increase in the production of masks internationally & domestically enhanced the adoption of textile chemicals significantly. Based on the aforementioned factors, textile chemical manufacturers are finding lucrative growth opportunities across the country.
| Attributes | Details |
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| Market Size (2033) | USD 3,140 Million |
| Market Absolute Dollar Growth (USD Million/Billion) | USD 1,344 Million |
With rising government initiatives for green chemicals and robust expansion of the textile & apparel industry, India’s textile chemical industry is slated to witness staggering growth over the forecast period. Increasing government focus and favorable policies are aiding the growth of the apparel & textile industry. In Union Budget 2020 to 2021, the Indian government allocated USD 109.01 million for the Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (A-TUFS).
Increasing demand for textiles and apparel across the country is expected to bolster the adoption of textile chemicals, improving demand. Demand for apparel has increased with growing consumer preference for foreign textile brands.
India’s textile industry is anticipated to reach around USD 223 Billion by 2021, states the Indian Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), employing over 45-60 million people. Indian textile and apparel industry is one of the largest contributors to the export, with around 13.5% of total export reaching USD 42.44 Billion. Hence, textile brand manufacturers, including Raymond Limited, Vardhman Group, and Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail, are increasing the adoption of textile chemicals catering to the demand.
With the ever-expanding apparel industry, India is expected to be a hotspot for textile chemicals manufacturers.
India’s textile chemicals market sales are set to proliferate at 11% CAGR during the forecast period, opines Future Market Insights. Leading countries of the region, such as China and India, are emphasizing the adoption of cutting-edge technology and manufacturing processes in a variety of industrial areas, which has accelerated the growing consumption of technical textiles across a variety of industrial sectors.
| Attributes | Details |
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| Market Size (2033) | USD 1,110 Million |
| Market Absolute Dollar Growth (USD Million/Billion) | USD 460 Million |
The textile chemicals market is poised to accrue significant gains across Bangladesh. According to the report, the key factor driving the textile chemical market in Bangladesh is the existence of a fully developed textile export base.
With Bangladesh being a prominent exporter of the textile industry in the world, the market for textile chemicals reached around USD 615 Million in 2020. The Bangladesh textile chemical market is estimated to be around USD 650 Million in the present year 2023 and would register a CAGR of 5.5% through 2033. As such, the growing demand for Bangladesh textiles and apparel around the world is figured out to be the key factor driving the textile chemical market in the country as well. As per FMI’s analysis, Bangladesh is anticipated to contribute significantly to the textile chemicals market, witnessing steady growth over the forecast period.
Growing demand for sustainable and non-toxic fabrics across Japan has led manufacturers to increase research & development activities for eco-friendly solutions. Manufacturers are adopting non-aqueous dyeing of cotton textiles to curb the wastage of water.
For health & environmental benefits, manufacturers are adopting responsible manufacturing approaches through sustainable chemical management. With that, increasing demand for textiles & apparel has provided an impetus to the market growth.
In 2020, the USA imported around USD 1.7 million in textiles from Japan while exporting textiles across the globe totaling USD 640 billion in 2020, as per Annual International Trade Statistics.
The rapid growth of the textile & apparel industry has driven textile chemical manufacturers to form an alliance with apparel industry key players for lucrative revenue generation. Thus, with the growing adoption of textile chemicals, the textile chemicals market across Japan is anticipated to register positive growth.
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Based on the product type, textile auxiliaries, and textile colorants segments are evenly poised in the Asia textile chemicals market. Textile auxiliaries are specifically used in the process of fabric manufacturing.
Demand for specific functional finishes for textiles and apparel has led to the demand for textile auxiliaries, propelling segment growth. During the assessment period, demand for textile auxiliaries is expected to witness faster growth as compared to textile colorants.
Textile auxiliaries are estimated to maintain their leading position with impressive growth at nearly 10% CAGR, while textile colorants may lag behind by 1% during the forecast period.
By process, the finishing process segment is projected to experience faster growth than that of pre-treatment, dyeing, and other segments. The chemical finishing process, also known as the beautification process, is highly versatile and have various finishing process for different type of fabrics.
The compatibility and durability fabrics get with the finishing process can result in a desirable product suitable for laundering as well as dry cleaning. Various chemical finishing processes such as anti-soil finish, parchmentising, and wrinkle-free finish are widely in demand.
Textile manufacturers prefer anti-microbial, water-repellants, and other finishing processes catering to the demand for high-quality fabric. Such factors provide stimulus to the segment demand. Backed by the soaring demand for textiles and apparel with specific functional finishes, the segment is slated to register stellar growth at 10.6% CAGR through 2021.
By application, textile chemicals for apparel are likely to account for the largest revenue over the forecast period. Rising disposable income and increasing population have led to a spike in the consumption of apparel, especially casual wear, and sportswear.
This, in turn, has created a robust demand for textile chemicals in the apparel segment. Future Market Insights projects the apparel segment is slated to register healthy growth at nearly 8.8% CAGR over the forecast period. Soaring demand for foreign textiles brands, especially in low-to-middle-income countries such as India, China, and Bangladesh, has amplified the export & import of textile chemicals. Demand for apparel has increased with the digitization and penetration of social media sites, aiding the sales of garments across the globe.
Apparel manufacturers across the globe, especially in India, Bangladesh, and China, are witnessing robust growth backed by burgeoning consumer demand. The expansion of the apparel industry has bolstered the demand for textile chemicals. However, COVID-19 had a huge impact on the apparel industry, as offline fashion retail sales declined in the first quarter of 2020. Disruption in manufacturing activities and global shutdowns created a domino effect of revenue losses.
Manufacturers’ reliance on digital platforms and online retail sources has provided a much-needed boost for the recovery. Overall, the demand for textile chemicals is likely to augment over the coming years, thanks to the recommencement of the industry and burgeoning demand from the apparel segment.
Rising demand for eco-friendly chemicals and focus on water preservation has led the market players to emphasize channelizing their efforts towards ensuring sustainability. With the demand for sustainable solutions, key players are developing innovative products catering to the need.
With the market being fragmented, top key players are dominating the textile chemicals market, contributing nearly 1/4th of the Asia market share. Due to this fragmented nature, new product launches and customized product offerings have emerged as key strategies to maintain their position in the industry.
Because of its increasing appeal and versatility, technical textile is one of the highly innovative and prominent product areas in the global as well as regional textile business. Majorly the development of the automotive and equipment for medical sectors is boosting the technical textiles market growth in the region as well.
Inorganic growth strategies such as collaborations and partnerships with top companies may translate into incremental opportunities for key players. For instance:
The Asia textile chemicals market is expected to exceed USD 14,200 Million in 2023.
The Asia textile chemicals market projected sluggish growth, registering a CAGR of 7.4%.
The sales for textile chemicals are set to rise at an impressive rate of 6.2% across China through 2033.
India's textile chemicals market sales are set to grow at 5.7% through 2033.
Development of non-toxic chemicals and chemicals that curbs water consumption in textile production.
1. Executive Summary 2. Market Overview 3. Market Background 4. Asia Market Analysis 2017 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033 5. Asia Market Analysis 2017 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Product Type 5.1. Auxiliaries 5.2. Colorants 6. Asia Market Analysis 2017 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Application 6.1. Apparel 6.2. Home Furnishing 6.3. Others 7. Asia Market Analysis 2017 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Process Type 7.1. Pre-treatment 7.2. Finishing 7.3. Dyeing 7.4. Others 8. Asia Market Analysis 2017 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 8.1. Asia 9. Asia Market Analysis 2017 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 9.1. By Country 9.1.1. China 9.1.2. India 9.1.3. Bangladesh 9.1.4. Vietnam 9.1.5. Indonesia 10. Key Countries Market Analysis 11. Market Structure Analysis 12. Competition Analysis 12.1. Evonik Industries AG 12.2. Wacker Chemie AG 12.3. Kemira 12.4. Huntsman Corporation 12.5. Solvay 12.6. Archroma Management LLC 12.7. Lonsen 12.8. CHT Group 12.9. DyStar Group 12.10. Dow DuPont 12.11. Tanatex Chemicals 13. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 14. Research Methodology
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