Tacky Transfer Paper Market Overview

The global sales of tacky transfer paper are estimated to be worth USD 2.6 billion in 2021 and are anticipated to reach a value of USD 4.6 billion by 2031. Sales are projected to rise at a CAGR of 5.8% over the forecast period between 2021 and 2031. The revenue generated by tacky transfer paper in 2020 was USD 2.5 billion.

Tacky transfer paper is used in textiles, arts & crafts projects. Transfer paper is a thin piece of paper coated with wax and pigment. Normally an ink-jet printer, dot matrix printer or other printer is used to print the image on the transfer paper.

Transfer paper is used in creating iron on's for apparel and other products. Significant growth in customized textile industry & printing technologies, have driven the market demand for printable transfer paper. Also rise in spending by consumer on customized and fashionable apparels is also expected to support the growth of tacky transfer paper market. Despite of high cost, the segment growth is driven by the ability to provide quality design on fabrics.

Tacky transfer paper is anticipated to witness a notable growth in upcoming decade due to rising demand across various industries like textile printing and custom appeal. Tacky transfer paper have excellent adhesive properties and is widely used in sublimation printing. It ensures the designs to stay in place during the transfer process and results in high quality prints.

Global Tacky Transfer Paper Industry Assessment

Attributes Key Insights
Historical Size, 2020 USD 2.5 billion
Estimated Size, 2021 USD 2.6 billion
Projected Size, 2031 USD 4.6 billion
Value-based CAGR (2021 to 2031) 5.8%

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What is Driving Demand for Tacky Transfer Paper

The growth in the textile industry owing to the increase in the demand from urban fashion trends, changing consumer preferences and growth in Do-It-Yourself (DIY) fashion designing is expected to drive the transfer paper sales in coming years. The transfer papers are expected to gain attraction in near future owing to the lower costs of transfer papers. The high concentration of local manufacturers in developing countries is expected to accelerate the demand for the transfer papers in coming years.

Low cost of development of designs on transfer paper as compared to the designs on textiles is expected to add in the growth of the transfer papers market. The use of transfer papers in the short run productions over the direct printing is expected to set a trend in the market. Transfer paper printing can get time consuming for the large quantity printing which in turn is expected to slightly challenge the market growth of transfer papers in near future.

Growing textile industry expected to drive the consumption of Tacky Transfer Paper

Tacky transfer paper is generally a thin piece of paper which is coated with pigment and wax. The transfer paper is generally used in order to imprint an image on the fabrics. The introduction of the transfer paper in the market has enabled to provide a variety of designs in the clothing as per the consumer requirements.

With improving economic conditions in all major markets and rising income level, consumers are increasingly spending on fashion items and apparel significantly. The trend is expected to continue with improving economic conditions and expected to influence the demand for custom printed apparels and other products. This represents a positive outlook for related printing equipment and other materials like transfer paper.

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Asia-Pacific Tacky Transfer Paper Market Outlook

The demand for trendy and stylish apparels and accessories in Asia Pacific is growing at significant rate with rising income level and shifting trends towards fashionable apparels from traditional wears. In addition, custom printed apparels and accessories are also observing considerable demand in all major markets in Asia Pacific which is driving the demand for tacky transfer papers in the region.

Several start-ups manufacturing printed T-shirts and trendy accessories have emerged in countries such as China, India, Japan and Southeast Asia. Immense competition, huge customer base, and demand for innovative and attractive designs on apparels are estimated to pose Asia Pacific as the largest markets for tacky transfer paper.

North America Tacky Transfer Paper Outlook

North America region is expected to drive the tacky transfer paper market in coming years. The higher adoptability of changing trends of clothing in North America region is expected to be key driving force for the growth of transfer paper sales in the region.

The North America region has a well-established textile industry growing moderately. The moderate growth of textile industry in North America is expected to be well compensated by the huge popularity of DIY applications in the region, which is expected to drive the sales of transfer paper in coming years.

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Who are the Key Manufacturers and Suppliers of Tacky Transfer Paper

Some of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of tacky transfer paper

  • Ptpurabarutama
  • Quad Inc
  • RR Donnelley & Sons Company
  • Deluxe Corporation
  • Miquel y Costas & Miquel
  • Asia Pulp and Paper
  • Zhejiang Jinchang Special Paper
  • V-Replica Sublimation Paper& Alizarin Coating.

Research and Development remains the key strategies while few of the market players are investing 50% of the profits into R&D efforts so as to improve processes and lead innovation. Research has changed the stamp forms of printing to effective & new forms of printing. Improvement in quality of printers, ink, papers have led to growth in printing transfer papers market.

The report is a compilation of first-hand information, qualitative and quantitative assessment by industry analysts, inputs from industry experts and industry participants across the value chain. The report provides in-depth analysis of parent market trends, macro-economic indicators and governing factors along with market attractiveness as per segments. The report also maps the qualitative impact of various market factors on market segments and geographies.

Key Segments

By Method of Printing:

  • Laser
  • Inkjet
  • Lithography
  • Sublimation
  • Solvent Based

By End Use:

  • Textile
    • Synthetic Fibers
    • Natural Fibers
  • Arts and Crafts

By Region:

  • North America
    • USA
    • Canada
  • Latin America
    • Mexico
    • Brazil
    • Rest of Latin America
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • Italy
    • France
    • UK
    • Spain
    • BENELUX
    • Russia
    • Rest of Europe
  • South Asia
    • India
    • ASEAN
    • Australia & New Zealand
  • East Asia
    • China
    • Japan
    • South Korea
  • Middle East and Africa
    • GCC Countries
    • Turkey
    • S. Africa
    • Northern Africa
Table of Content
	1. Executive Summary
	2. Industry Introduction, including Taxonomy and Market Definition
	3. Market Trends and Success Factors, including Macro-economic Factors, Market Dynamics, and Recent Industry Developments
	4. Global Market Demand Analysis and Forecast, including Historical Analysis and Future Projections
	5. Pricing Analysis
	6. Global Market Analysis and Forecast
		6.1. Method Of Printing
		6.2. End Use
	7. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By Method Of Printing
		7.1. Laser
		7.2. Inkjet
		7.3. Lithography
		7.4. Sublimation
		7.5. Solvent Based
	8. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By End Use
		8.1. Textile
		8.2. Arts and Crafts
	9. Global Market Analysis and Forecast, By Region
		9.1. North America
		9.2. Latin America
		9.3. Europe
		9.4. South Asia
		9.5. East Asia
		9.6. Oceania
		9.7. Middle East and Africa
	10. North America Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	11. Latin America Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	12. Europe Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	13. South Asia Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	14. East Asia Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	15. Oceania Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	16. Middle East and Africa Sales Analysis and Forecast, by Key Segments and Countries
	17. Sales Forecast by Method Of Printing and End Use for 30 Countries
	18. Competition Outlook, including Market Structure Analysis, Company Share Analysis by Key Players, and Competition Dashboard
	19. Company Profile
		19.1. Ptpurabarutama
		19.2. Quad Inc
		19.3. RR Donnelley & Sons Company
		19.4. Deluxe Corporation
		19.5. Miquel y Costas & Miquel
		19.6. Asia Pulp and Paper
		19.7. Zhejiang Jinchang Special Paper
		19.8. V-Replica Sublimation Paper & Alizarin Coating

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