Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 2.18 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 2.79 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 5.02 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Market | North America |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Analysis
The Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market size is estimated at USD 2.18 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 2.79 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.02% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The COVID-19 pandemic affected the waterproof breathable textile market due to global supply chain disruptions. During the pandemic, many factories responsible for raw material supply, mainly textiles and fabrics, were shut down. However, with the resumption of operations in major end-user industries, the market recovered significantly in 2021.
- Over the short term, growing demand from the sportswear and activewear industry is expected to boost the market growth of waterproof breathable textiles.
- On the flip side, the increasing usage of PTFE and PFAS-free raw materials is hindering the market's growth.
- Potential usage in the healthcare industry will likely act as an opportunity in the forecast period.
- North America is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period.
Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market according to our research experts:
Sportswear and Activewear Segment Expected to Witness High Growth
- Polytetrafluoroethylene-based waterproof breathable textiles are used in various sportswear and activewear applications, including trekking boots, running shoes, sports jackets, work shoes, caps, gloves, backpacks, other sports clothing, and workwear.
- Also, polyurethane and polyester-based waterproof breathable polyester fabrics are used in manufacturing various jackets, outerwear, outdoor clothing, and workwear.
- Waterproof breathable textiles are used to design sportswear and activewear like joggers and hikers as they help dry clothes and manage sweat.
- The global athleisure market is expected to grow from USD 277 billion in 2021 to USD 381 billion in 2026, with a growth rate of 7%, which is anticipated to enhance the demand for waterproof-breathable fabrics.
- In India, according to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, the expenditure on sports by the Indian government in FY 2021-22 accounted for INR 8.39 billion (~USD 0.112 billion) through the Khelo India scheme. Such expenditures and sports schemes are likely to support the growth of the studied market.
- Hence, the increasing awareness about the benefits of waterproof breathable textiles in the sports industry shall further boost the waterproof breathable textiles market over the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific to Register the Highest Growth
- The Asia-Pacific region is expected to grow at the fastest rate. The waterproofing breathable textile is increasingly used in the application industries such as sportswear and activewear, protective clothing, general clothing, and home textile.
- China has been an attractive market for athletic apparel, accessories, and footwear. Multinational companies are shifting their operations outside China due to rising labor costs; the country has a high demand for sportswear and activewear. According to International Trade Administration, the China sportswear market is expected to reach USD 82.8 billion by 2024, growing at an annual rate of 11%.
- China will be hosting the 2022 Asian Games in 2023. The games will take place in Hangzhou from September 23 to October 8th, 2023, as per the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). The Asian Games generally attract more than 10,000 athletes across the region. Increased participation is projected to benefit the demand for sports and activewear, thereby benefiting the market studied.
- India is increasingly inclining toward the global fitness trend. The changing lifestyle has promoted health consciousness among people. The population is now adding new health regimes to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The sportswear market in India is dominated by sportswear and gear for men, followed by a market for women and a smaller share for kids.
- The country's general clothing and home textile is witnessing growth owing to rising spending power coupled with improved standards of living. In addition, the country's increasing construction and redevelopment activities are further anticipated to fuel the demand for home textiles.
- Therefore, the expanding demand for sportswear and activewear, protective clothing, general clothing, home textile, and medical textiles are likely to promote the growth of the waterproof breathable textile market over the forecast period in the Asia-Pacific region.
Waterproof Breathable Textiles Industry Overview
The global waterproof breathable textile market is partly fragmented. The major players in the market studied include W. L. Gore & Associates Inc., Toray Industries Inc., Polartec, THE NORTH FACE, A VF COMPANY, and SympaTex Technologies GmbH (not in any particular order).
Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Leaders
W. L. Gore & Associates Inc.
Toray Industries Inc.,
Polartec
SympaTex Technologies GmbH
THE NORTH FACE, A VF COMPANY
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market News
- February 2022: Moncler Grenoble and Polartec collaborated on a new collection. Moncler launched its apex award-winning Grenoble Day-namic collection, a new range of activewear designed to energize the everyday. This line makes use of cutting-edge Polartec technology, notably Polartec Neoshell.
- February 2022: Ornot, the leading technical cycling clothes and accessories provider, collaborated with Polartec to launch the all-new Trail Magic Jacket. A combination of Polartec NeoShell and detachable Polartec Alpha Direct insulation is used in this Trail Magic Jacket.
Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
4.1 Drivers
4.1.1 Increased Demand For Waterproof Breathable Textiles as Protective Wear
4.1.2 Growing Demand from Sportswear and Activewear Industry
4.2 Restraints
4.2.1 Increasing Usage of PTFE-free And PFAS-free Raw Materials
4.3 Industry Value-chain Analysis
4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
4.4.5 Degree of Competition
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size in Value)
5.1 By Raw Material
5.1.1 Poly Tetra Fluoro Ethylene (PTFE)
5.1.2 Polyester
5.1.3 Polyurethane
5.1.4 Other Raw Materials
5.2 By Textile
5.2.1 Densely Woven
5.2.2 Membrane
5.2.3 Coated
5.3 By Application
5.3.1 Sportswear and Activewear
5.3.2 Protective and Military
5.3.3 General Clothing and Home Textile
5.3.4 Other Applications
5.4 By Geography
5.4.1 Asia-Pacific
5.4.1.1 China
5.4.1.2 India
5.4.1.3 Japan
5.4.1.4 South Korea
5.4.1.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.4.2 North America
5.4.2.1 United States
5.4.2.2 Canada
5.4.2.3 Mexico
5.4.3 Europe
5.4.3.1 Germany
5.4.3.2 United Kingdom
5.4.3.3 France
5.4.3.4 Italy
5.4.3.5 Rest of Europe
5.4.4 South America
5.4.4.1 Brazil
5.4.4.2 Argentina
5.4.4.3 Rest of South America
5.4.5 Middle East and Africa
5.4.5.1 Saudi Arabia
5.4.5.2 South Africa
5.4.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
6.2 Market Ranking Analysis
6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
6.4 Company Profiles
6.4.1 FORMOSA TAFFETA Co. Ltd
6.4.2 HeiQ Materials AG
6.4.3 Helly Hansen
6.4.4 Henderson Textiles
6.4.5 PERTEX
6.4.6 Polartec
6.4.7 Schoeller Switzerland
6.4.8 Stotz & Co. AG
6.4.9 SympaTex Technologies GmbH
6.4.10 Teijin Group
6.4.11 THE NORTH FACE, A VF COMPANY
6.4.12 Toray Industries Inc.
6.4.13 W.L. Gore & Associates Inc.
6.4.14 Wujiang Sunfeng Textile Co. Ltd
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
7.1 Potential Usage in the Healthcare Industry
Waterproof Breathable Textiles Industry Segmentation
Waterproof breathable fabrics protect against wind, rain, and heat loss. This breathable fabric outperforms fabrics coated with traditional waterproof materials and has a higher resistance to vapor transport than standard woven and knitted apparel fabrics.
The waterproof breathable textiles market is segmented by raw material, textiles, applications, and geography. By raw material, the market is segmented into polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), polyester, polyurethane, and other raw materials. By textile, the market is segmented into densely woven, membrane, and coated. By application, the market is segmented into sportswear and activewear, protective and military, general clothing and home textile, and other applications. The report also covers the market size and forecasts for the waterproof breathable textiles market in 15 countries across major regions. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done based on value (USD million).
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| Poly Tetra Fluoro Ethylene (PTFE) | |
| Polyester | |
| Polyurethane | |
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| Densely Woven | |
| Membrane | |
| Coated |
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| Sportswear and Activewear | |
| Protective and Military | |
| General Clothing and Home Textile | |
| Other Applications |
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Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market Research FAQs
How big is the Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market?
The Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market size is expected to reach USD 2.18 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 5.02% to reach USD 2.79 billion by 2029.
What is the current Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market size?
In 2024, the Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market size is expected to reach USD 2.18 billion.
Who are the key players in Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market?
W. L. Gore & Associates Inc., Toray Industries Inc., , Polartec, SympaTex Technologies GmbH and THE NORTH FACE, A VF COMPANY are the major companies operating in the Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market?
Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market?
In 2024, the North America accounts for the largest market share in Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market.
What years does this Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market size was estimated at USD 2.08 billion. The report covers the Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Waterproof Breathable Textiles Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Waterproof Breathable Textile Industry Report
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