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Based on the raw material, industrial protective fabrics market value from the aramid segment is set to depict a 10% CAGR through 2032. The adoption of aramid fabrics is growing due to their low flammability, abrasion resistance, non-conductivity, super fabric integrity at high temperatures, and low weight. Investments of chemicals providers in facility expansion projects are also rising rapidly worldwide. For instance, in July 2022, BASF made a USD 780 million commitment to expanding its Louisiana MDI manufacturing complex. Such factors will stimulate the use of industrial fibers such as aramid in protective gear for chemical plant workers since it can provide superior protection against chemical splashes.
Industrial protective fabrics market size from the fireman suit application segment is expected to be worth over USD 4 billion by 2032. Firemen suit fabrics are designed to offer three-layer protection, and generally include a moisture barrier and outer shell. Their thermal layer also ensures air circulation, moisture resistance, and chemical protection. With the increasing requirement for flame-resistant PEE in the construction, oil and gas, military, mining, and chemical industries, the usage of protective fabrics in firemen suits will thus surge globally.
Healthcare and laboratories segment will depict over 9% CAGR through 2023-2032, on account of the strong demand for PPE in medical labs and other healthcare facilities. Protective clothing is used mainly to safeguard workers against blood splashes, pathogen penetration, and infectious body fluids. The high risk of infectious disease transmission is likely to encourage the consumption of protective fabrics in the design of PPE for healthcare applications.
Europe industrial protective fabrics market was valued at more than USD 1 billion in 2022. The introduction of supportive government policies and norms, such as Regulation (EU) 2017/425, to ensure the marketing of high-quality protective clothing is one of the key drivers for industry expansion. Government bodies have also been emphasizing grid expansion projects to improve renewable energy storage capacity. This will proliferate the usage of industrial protective apparel for protection against electric hazards, creating a favorable environment for regional market growth.