Breathable Films and Membranes Market Size and Share
| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| CAGR | 7.00% |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Breathable Films and Membranes Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence
The Breathable Films and Membranes Market is expected to register a CAGR of greater than 7% during the forecast period.
- Environmental effects regarding diaper degradation are expected to hinder the market.
- Asia-Pacific dominated the market across the globe with the largest consumption in country such as China, India, etc.
Global Breathable Films and Membranes Market Trends and Insights
Medical Segment Expected to Dominate the Market
- Breathable films and membranes are used in the surgeon's garments, to provide protection against viral and bloodborne pathogens. It is also used in skin adhesion applications. It serves as a barrier membrane to dust or biohazards, such as blood-borne pathogens, and allows perspiration to escape.
- Owing to the growing health concern among people, coupled with the increasing number of hospitals, there is a significant increase in the usage of breathable films and membranes in the healthcare sector.
- North America has the largest medical industry in the world. Wide insurance coverage in the country is expected to aid the growth of the market. More than 90% of the US population has access to health insurance. The majority of citizens aged above 65 years have coverage through Medicare or Medicaid, private individual healthcare package, or both.
- The Asia-Pacific healthcare market is poised to record double-digit growth during the forecast period, driven by the growing demand from continuous developments in healthcare infrastructure and the availability of affordable health insurance in the region. New developments have also been experienced in the healthcare technology market. The Southeast Asian healthcare market offers a significant scope for growth, as it still remains under-penetrated to some extent.
- The aforementioned factors are expected to increase the demand for breathable films and membranes, during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific to Dominate the Market
- The Asia Pacific is the largest market for breathable films & membranes products. This is in response to increasing demand for premium hygiene products in developing countries, like India and China.
- In India, factors, such as improvement of the literacy rates, enhancing consumer's safety, along with sanitary consciousness, plus improving rural area conditions have created opportunities for expansion of hygiene products. In addition, the government is striving hard to improve living standards in rural areas
- In China, China's construction industry developed rapidly, due to the central government's push for infrastructure investment, as a means to sustain economic growth.
- The government started 13th Five Year Pla as it was an important year for the country's engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) industry. In addition, the country ventured into new business models, domestically and internationally, during the year.
- Despite the volatile growth in real estate sector, the significant development of infrastructure by the Chinese government, to withstand the growing industrial and service sectors, has resulted in a significant growth of the Chinese construction industry in recent years. As the construction industry is dominated by state-owned enterprises, the increased government spending is boosting the industry in the country.
- Hence, with the growth in various industries in the region, the demand for market is expected to increase in the upcoming years.
Competitive Landscape
The breathable films and membranes market is partially consolidated. Some of the major players include Mitsui Chemicals Inc., NITTO DENKO CORPORATION, RKW Group, Arkema Group, and Fatra a.s., among others.
Breathable Films and Membranes Industry Leaders
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RKW Group
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Mitsui Chemicals, Inc
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NITTO DENKO CORPORATION
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Arkema Group
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Fatra, a.s.
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Global Breathable Films and Membranes Market Report Scope
The breathable films and membranes market report includes:
| Polyethylene |
| Polyurethane |
| Polypropylene |
| Other Types |
| Hygiene |
| Medical |
| Food Packaging |
| Construction |
| Fabric |
| Other Applications |
| Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | |
| Japan | |
| South Korea | |
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |
| North America | United States |
| Canada | |
| Mexico | |
| Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | |
| Italy | |
| France | |
| Rest of Europe | |
| South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | |
| Rest of South America | |
| Middle-East and Africa | Saudi Arabia |
| South Africa | |
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa |
| Type | Polyethylene | |
| Polyurethane | ||
| Polypropylene | ||
| Other Types | ||
| Application | Hygiene | |
| Medical | ||
| Food Packaging | ||
| Construction | ||
| Fabric | ||
| Other Applications | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| North America | United States | |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Europe | Germany | |
| United Kingdom | ||
| Italy | ||
| France | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| South America | Brazil | |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
| Middle-East and Africa | Saudi Arabia | |
| South Africa | ||
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa | ||
Key Questions Answered in the Report
What is the current Breathable Films and Membranes Market size?
The Breathable Films and Membranes Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 7% during the forecast period (2025-2030)
Who are the key players in Breathable Films and Membranes Market?
RKW Group, Mitsui Chemicals, Inc, NITTO DENKO CORPORATION, Arkema Group and Fatra, a.s. are the major companies operating in the Breathable Films and Membranes Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Breathable Films and Membranes Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Breathable Films and Membranes Market?
In 2025, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Breathable Films and Membranes Market.
What years does this Breathable Films and Membranes Market cover?
The report covers the Breathable Films and Membranes Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Breathable Films and Membranes Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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Breathable Films and Membranes Market Report
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