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The Global Market for Cellulose Nanofibers 2026-2036

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  • 400 Pages
  • August 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Future Markets, Inc
  • ID: 5807230

The global cellulose nanofiber market is experiencing robust expansion, fuelled by increasing environmental consciousness, stringent regulations on petroleum-based materials, and the superior properties that CNFs offer compared to conventional materials.  The market demonstrates distinct regional characteristics, with Asia-Pacific, particularly Japan, leading in both production capacity and technological innovation. Japan has emerged as a global hub for CNF research and commercialization, with major companies like Nippon Paper Industries, Oji Holdings, and Asahi Kasei driving market development. China and Malaysia are expanding their presence, focusing on cost-effective production methods and large-scale manufacturing capabilities.

The CNF market spans numerous high-growth sectors. Composites represent a major application segment, where CNFs serve as reinforcing agents in polymer matrices, offering superior strength-to-weight ratios for automotive and aerospace applications. The automotive industry is particularly significant, with CNFs being incorporated into interior components, air intake systems, and tire formulations to reduce weight and improve performance. Paper and packaging applications leverage CNF's barrier properties and biodegradability, addressing growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. The construction sector utilizes CNFs as cement additives and in thermal insulation materials, capitalizing on their reinforcing properties and environmental benefits. Emerging high-value applications include biomedical and healthcare products, where CNF's biocompatibility enables development of wound dressings, drug delivery systems, and tissue engineering scaffolds. Filtration applications exploit CNF's high surface area and customizable pore structures for water treatment and air filtration systems.

Despite promising growth prospects, the market faces several challenges. Production costs remain relatively high compared to conventional materials, limiting adoption in price-sensitive applications. Scale-up from laboratory to commercial production presents technical hurdles, particularly in maintaining consistent quality and properties. Additionally, standardization of CNF grades and testing methods requires further development to facilitate broader market acceptance. However, these challenges present significant opportunities. Companies in Japan have expanded production in 2025 and many products are coming to the market in personal care and food additives. 

The cellulose nanofiber market is positioned for substantial growth through 2036, driven by sustainability megatrends, regulatory pressures favouring bio-based materials, and continuous technological improvements. Key success factors include developing cost-effective production processes, establishing quality standards, and creating value-added applications that justify premium pricing. The market's evolution will likely see consolidation around established players with proven production capabilities, while new entrants focus on specialized applications and novel feedstock sources. As production scales increase and costs decrease, CNFs are expected to penetrate mainstream markets, particularly in packaging, construction, and automotive sectors, establishing cellulose nanofibers as a cornerstone material in the transition toward a sustainable, bio-based economy.

The Global Market for Cellulose Nanofibers 2026-2036 report provides in-depth analysis of the rapidly expanding global cellulose nanofiber (CNF) market, covering market dynamics, production technologies, end-user applications, regional demand patterns, and competitive landscape through 2036. 

Report contents include: 

  • Global cellulose nanofiber market outlook 2026-2036 with demand forecasts in metric tons
  • Comprehensive SWOT analysis of the cellulose nanofiber industry
  • Key applications analysis across 12+ end-user markets
  • Regional market breakdown by Japan, China, Malaysia, Western Europe, and North America
  • Global government funding initiatives and policy support analysis
  • Critical market challenges and growth opportunities assessment
  • Comprehensive feedstock analysis including wood, plant fibers, tunicate, algae, and bacterial sources
  • Detailed evaluation of 20+ commercial cellulose fiber sources: cotton, hemp, jute, flax, bamboo, agricultural residues
  • Regenerated cellulose fibers and ionic liquids applications
  • Comparative advantages of cellulose nanofibers versus conventional materials
  • Production Technologies & Manufacturing:
    • Detailed analysis of manufacturing processes and emerging production technologies
    • Process scale-up challenges and commercialization strategies
    • Production economics analysis with cost breakdowns
    • 15+ pre-treatment and synthesis methods including acid hydrolysis, TEMPO oxidation, enzymatic processing
    • Advanced production techniques: microwave irradiation, deep eutectic solvents, electron beam irradiation
    • Production capacity analysis by manufacturer with wet/dry processing capabilities
  • Market Analysis & Pricing:
    • CNF production capacities by type and processing method
    • Comprehensive pricing analysis across product grades and applications
    • Commercial CNF products matrix with applications and pricing
    • Market demand forecasting methodology and assumptions
  • End-User Market Analysis:
    • Composites: Automotive composites, biocomposite films, barrier packaging, thermal insulation, construction composites
    • Automotive: Composite components, air intake systems, tire applications with OEM partnerships
    • Buildings & Construction: Sandwich composites, cement additives, thermal insulation solutions
    • Paper & Packaging: Reinforcement applications, biodegradable food packaging, paperboard coatings
    • Textiles & Apparel: Deodorizer applications, footwear innovations, antimicrobial properties
    • Biomedicine & Healthcare: Wound dressings, drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds
    • Hygiene & Sanitary Products: Adult diapers, sanitary applications, odor control
    • Paints & Coatings: Rheology modification, barrier properties, sustainable formulations
    • Aerogels: Thermal insulation, filtration, lightweight materials
    • Oil & Gas: Fracturing fluids, separation membranes, drilling fluid additives
    • Filtration: Selective absorption membranes, water treatment, air filtration
    • Rheology Modifiers: Food additives, cosmetics, hydrogels, Pickering stabilizers
  • Emerging Applications Analysis:
    • Printed, stretchable, and flexible electronics with market assessments
    • 3D printing applications and material requirements
    • Aerospace applications including lightweight composites
    • Battery applications for energy storage systems
  • Regulatory Environment & Standards:
    • International standards (ISO) and American National Standards
    • CSA Group standards and compliance requirements
    • Toxicity studies and safety assessments
    • Global regulatory framework analysis
  • Comprehensive Company Profiles:
    • Detailed profiles including production processes, product portfolios, applications, and commercial status
    • Financial analysis and market positioning
    • Technology partnerships and R&D capabilities
    • Production capacity and facility locations
  • Market Forecasts & Regional Analysis:
    • Demand forecasts in metric tons by application (2018-2036)
    • Revenue projections in millions USD across all sectors
    • Regional market analysis with growth drivers and constraints
    • Technology roadmaps and commercialization timelines

Companies profiled include Adsorbi, Aichemist Metal Inc., ANPOLY Inc., Asahi Kasei Corporation, Azul Energy, Beijing Ding Sheng Xiong Di Technology Co. Ltd., Betulium Oy, Blue BioFuels Inc., CD Bioparticles, Cellucomp Ltd., Cellulose Lab, Centre Technique du Papier (CTP), Chemkey Advanced Materials Technology (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., Chuetsu Pulp & Paper Co. Ltd., CNNT, DaikyoNishikawa Corporation, Daio Paper Corporation, Daishowa Paper Products Co. Ltd., Denso Corporation, DIC, DKS Co. Ltd., Earth Recycle Co. Ltd., Ehime Paper Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Evolgene Genomics SL, Fibercoat GmbH, Fillerbank Limited, FineCell Sweden AB, FP Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., Fuji Pigment Co. Ltd., Furukawa Electric Co. Ltd., Gen Corporation, Glamarium OÜ Technologies, Granbio Technologies, GreenNano Technologies Inc., GS Alliance Co. Ltd., Guilin Qihong Technology, Hansol Paper Ltd., Harvest Nano Inc., Hattori Shoten K.K., Hexa Chemical Co. Ltd./Nature Gift, Hokuetsu Corporation, i-Compology Corporation, InventWood, The Japan Steel Works Ltd., JeNaCell GmbH (Evonik), Kami Shoji Company, Kao Corporation, KOS 21, KRI Inc., Lenzing AG, Maniwa Biochemical, Marine Nanofiber Co. Ltd., Marusumi Paper Company Limited, Marutomi Seishi Co. Ltd., Masuko Sangyo Co. Ltd., Matsuo Handa Co. Ltd., Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation/Mitsubishi Paper Mills Limited, Mizuno Kinzoku Shoji Co. Ltd., Mori Machinery Co. Ltd., Moorim P&P, MOVIC AMT Co. Ltd., Nanografi Co. Inc., Nanollose Ltd., National Research Company, Natural Friend, Nature Costech Co. Ltd., Nature Gifts Co. Ltd., Nippon Paper Industries, Nippon Shizai Co. Ltd., Nissin Kogyo Co. Ltd., Norske Skog ASA, Ocean TuniCell AS, Oita CELENA Co. Ltd., Omura Paint Co. Ltd., Onkyo Corporation, Oji Holdings Corporation, Osaka Gas Chemicals Co. Ltd., Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Performance BioFilaments Inc., PhotoCide Protection Inc., Re-Fresh Global, Rengo Co. Ltd., Ripro Corporation, Risho Kogyo Co. Ltd., Sanwa Kako Co. Ltd., Sappi Limited, Seiko PMC Corporation, Sharp Chemical Ind. Co. Ltd., Shinwa Kako KK, SK Leaveo, Smart Reactors, Starlite Co. Ltd., Sugino Machine Limited, Svilosa AD, Take Cite Co. Ltd., Taiyo Holdings Co. Ltd., Tianjon Haojia Cellulose Co. Ltd., Tentok Paper Co. Ltd., Toagosei Co. Ltd. and more......

Table of Contents

1           EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1.1        The market for cellulose nanofibers in 2025
1.2        Market outlook
1.3        Applications
1.4        SWOT analysis
1.5        Global demand in metric tons, 2018-2036
1.6        Market challenges for cellulose nanofibers
1.7        Cellulose nanofibers market by region
1.7.1     Japan
1.7.2     China
1.7.3     Malaysia
1.7.4     Western Europe
1.7.5     North America
1.8        Global government funding and initiatives

2           INTRODUCTION
2.1        Cellulose
2.2        Cellulose Nanofibers Definition and Classification
2.3        Feedstocks
2.3.1     Wood
2.3.2     Plant
2.3.3     Tunicate
2.3.4     Algae
2.3.5     Bacteria
2.4        Commercial production of cellulose fibers from plants
2.4.1     Seed fibers
2.4.2     Cotton
2.4.2.1.1           Kapok
2.4.2.1.2           Luffa
2.4.3     Bast fibers
2.4.3.1  Jute
2.4.3.2  Hemp
2.4.3.3  Flax
2.4.3.4  Ramie
2.4.3.5  Kenaf
2.4.3.6  Leaf fibers
2.4.3.6.1           Sisal
2.4.3.6.2           Abaca
2.4.4     Fruit fibers
2.4.4.1  Coir
2.4.4.2  Banana
2.4.4.3  Pineapple
2.4.5     Stalk fibers from agricultural residues
2.4.5.1  Rice fiber
2.4.5.2  Corn
2.4.6     Cane, grasses and reed
2.4.6.1  Switch grass
2.4.6.2  Sugarcane (agricultural residues)
2.4.6.3  Bamboo
2.4.6.3.1           Fresh grass (green biorefinery)
2.5        Regenerated cellulose fibers
2.6        Ionic liquids
2.7        “Nano” Cellulose (CNF, CNC, BNC)
2.8        Cellulose filaments
2.9        Advantages of cellulose nanofibers

3           PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES AND INNOVATIONS
3.1        Raw Material Sources
3.2        Manufacturing Processes
3.3        Emerging Production Technologies
3.4        Process Scale-Up and Commercialization Challenges
3.5        Production Economics of Micro/Nanocellulose
3.6        Pre-treatment and Synthesis methods
3.6.1    Acid hydrolysis
3.6.2    TEMPO oxidation
3.6.3    Ammonium persulfate (APS) oxidation
3.6.4    Enzymatic Hydrolysis
3.6.5    Ball milling
3.6.6    Cryocrushing
3.6.7    High-shear grinding
3.6.8    Ultrasonication
3.6.9    High-pressure homogenization
3.6.10 Recent methods
3.6.10.1            Microwave irradiation
3.6.10.2            Enzymatic processing
3.6.10.3            Deep eutectic solvents (DESs)
3.6.10.4            Pulsed electric field
3.6.10.5            Electron beam irradiation
3.7        Production method, by producer

4           CNF PRODUCTION CAPACITIES5           CNF PRICING6            COMMERCIAL CNF PRODUCTS
7            END USER MARKETS
7.1         Composites
7.1.1      Market overview
7.1.2      Markets and applications
7.1.2.1   Automotive composites
7.1.2.2   Biocomposite films & packaging
7.1.2.3   Barrier packaging
7.1.2.4   Thermal insulation composites
7.1.2.5   Construction composites
7.1.3      Global market 2018-2035
7.1.3.1   Tons
7.1.3.2   Revenues
7.1.3.3   By Region
7.1.4      Product developers
7.2         Automotive
7.2.1     Market overview
7.2.2     Markets and applications
7.2.2.1  Composites
7.2.2.2   Air intake components
7.2.2.3   Tires
7.2.3      Global market 2018-2036
7.2.3.1   Tons
7.2.3.2   Revenues
7.2.3.3   By Region
7.2.4      Product developers
7.3         Buildings and construction
7.3.1      Market overview
7.3.2      Markets and applications
7.3.2.1   Sandwich composites
7.3.2.2   Cement additives
7.3.2.3   Pump primers
7.3.2.4   Thermal insulation and damping
7.3.3      Global market 2018-2036
7.3.3.1   Tons
7.3.3.2   Revenues
7.3.3.3   By region
7.3.4      Product developers
7.4         Paper and board packaging
7.4.1      Market overview
7.4.2      Markets and applications
7.4.2.1   Reinforcement and barrier
7.4.2.2   Biodegradable food packaging foil and films
7.4.2.3   Paperboard coatings
7.4.3      Global market 2018-2036
7.4.3.1   Tons
7.4.3.2   Revenues
7.4.3.3   By region
7.4.4      Product developers
7.5         Textiles and apparel
7.5.1      Market overview
7.5.2      Markets and applications
7.5.2.1   CNF deodorizer and odour reducer (antimicrobial) in adult and child diapers
7.5.2.2   Footwear
7.5.3      Global market 2018-2036
7.5.3.1   Tons
7.5.3.2   Revenues
7.5.3.3   By region
7.5.4      Product developer profiles
7.6         Biomedicine and healthcare
7.6.1      Market overview
7.6.2      Markets and applications
7.6.2.1   Wound dressings
7.6.2.2   Drug delivery stabilizers
7.6.2.3   Tissue engineering scaffolds
7.6.3      Global market 2018-2036
7.6.3.1   Tons
7.6.3.2   Revenues
7.6.3.3   By region
7.6.4      Product developers
7.7         Hygiene and sanitary products
7.7.1      Market overview
7.7.2      Markets and applications
7.7.3      Global market 2018-2036
7.7.3.1   Tons
7.7.3.2   Revenues
7.7.3.3   By region
7.7.4      Product developers
7.8         Paints and coatings
7.8.1      Market overview
7.8.2      Markets and applications
7.8.3      Global market 2018-2036
7.8.3.1   Tons
7.8.3.2   Revenues
7.8.3.3   By region
7.8.4      Product developers
7.9         Aerogels
7.9.1      Market overview
7.9.2     Markets and applications
7.9.3     Global market 2018-2036
7.9.3.1  Tons
7.9.3.2  Revenues
7.9.3.3  By region
7.9.4     Product developers
7.10      Oil and gas
7.10.1   Market overview
7.10.2   Markets and applications
7.10.2.1            Oil recovery applications (fracturing fluid)
7.10.2.2            CNF Membranes for separation
7.10.2.3            Oil and gas fluids additives
7.10.3   Global market 2018-2036
7.10.3.1            Tons
7.10.3.2            Revenues
7.10.3.3            By region
7.10.4   Product developers
7.11      Filtration
7.11.1   Market overview
7.11.2   Markets and applications
7.11.2.1            Membranes for selective absorption
7.11.3   Global market 2018-2036
7.11.3.1            Tons
7.11.3.2            Revenues
7.11.3.3            By region
7.11.4   Product developers
7.12      Rheology modifiers
7.12.1   Market overview
7.12.2   Markets and applications
7.12.2.1            Food additives
7.12.2.2            Pickering stabilizers
7.12.2.3            Hydrogels
7.12.2.4            Cosmetics and skincare
7.12.3   Global market 2018-2036
7.12.3.1            Tons
7.12.3.2            Revenues
7.12.3.3            By region
7.12.4   Product developers
7.13      Other markets
7.13.1   Printed, stretchable and flexible electronics
7.13.1.1            Overview
7.13.1.2            Market assessment
7.13.1.3            Product developers
7.13.2   3D printing
7.13.2.1            Overview
7.13.2.2            Market assessment
7.13.2.3            Product developers
7.13.3   Aerospace
7.13.3.1            Overview
7.13.3.2            Market assessment
7.13.3.3            Product developers
7.13.4   Batteries
7.13.4.1            Overview
7.13.4.2            Market assessment
7.13.4.3            Product developers

8           REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
8.1        Standards
8.1.1     International Standards Organization (ISO)
8.1.2     American National Standards
8.1.3     CSA Group
8.2        Toxicity
8.3        Regulation

9           COMPANY PROFILES  (126 company profiles)
10         RESEARCH SCOPE AND METHODOLOGY
10.1      Report scope
10.2      Research methodology

11         REFERENCES
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Markets and applications for nanocellulose.
Table 2. Applications of Cellulose Nanofibers-Industry Sector, Application, Functional Properties, Commercial Status and Key Benefits.
Table 3. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers by market in metric tons, 2018-2036.
Table 4. Market and technical challenges in cellulose nanofibers
Table 5. Regional demand for Cellulose nanofibers, 2021, tons (total excludes MFC).
Table 6. Cellulose nanofibers producers and product developers in Japan.
Table 7. Cellulose nanofibers research centres, universities and companies in China.
Table 8. Cellulose nanofibers producers and product developers in Europe.
Table 9. Cellulose nanofibers producers and product developers in North America.
Table 10. Length and diameter of nanocellulose types and MFC.
Table 11. Major polymers found in the extracellular covering of different algae.
Table 12. Overview of cotton fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 13. Overview of kapok fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 14. Overview of luffa fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 15. Overview of jute fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 16. Overview of hemp fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 17. Overview of flax fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 18. Overview of ramie fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 19. Overview of kenaf fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 20. Overview of sisal fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 21. Overview of abaca fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 22. Overview of coir fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 23. Overview of banana fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 24. Overview of pineapple fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 25. Overview of rice fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 26. Overview of corn fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 27. Overview of switch grass fibers-description, properties and applications.
Table 28. Overview of sugarcane fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and application and market size.
Table 29. Overview of bamboo fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications.
Table 30. Recycled cellulose fibers companies.
Table 31. Properties of cellulose nanofibrils relative to metallic and polymeric materials.
Table 32. Raw material sources.
Table 33. Manufacturing processes for micro and nanocellulose.
Table 34. Emerging Production Technologies for Micro/Nanocellulose
Table 35. Process Scale-Up and Commercialization Challenges
Table 36. Production Economics of Micro/Nanocellulose
Table 37. Nanocellulose preparation methods and resulting materials.
Table 38. Extraction of nanocellulose (NC) from various lignocellulosic sources using different conventional technologies.
Table 39. CNF and CNC production method by producer.
Table 40. CNF production capacities (by type, wet or dry) and production process, by producer, metric tons.
Table 41: Product/price/application matrix of cellulose nanofiber producers.
Table 42. Cellulose nanofiber-based commercial products.*
Table 43. Comparative properties of polymer composites reinforcing materials.
Table 44. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in composites-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global composites OEMs.
Table 45. Applications of cellulose nanofibers in composites.
Table 46. Global market demand for cellulose nanofibers in composites, 2018-2036 (metric tons).
Table 47. Revenues for cellulose nanofibers in composites, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 48. Revenues for cellulose nanofibers in composites, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 49. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers in composites.
Table 50. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in automotive-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global automotive OEMs.
Table 51. Applications of cellulose nanofibers in automotive.
Table 52. Components featured in the NCV.
Table 53. Global market demand for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, 2018-2036 (metric tons).
Table 54. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 55. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 56. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in the automotive industry.
Table 57. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global construction OEMs
Table 58. Applications of cellulose nanofibers in building and construction.
Table 59: Market demand for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 60. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 61. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 62. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers in building and construction.
Table 63. Oxygen permeability of nanocellulose films compared to those made form commercially available petroleum-based materials and other polymers.
Table 64. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in paper and board packaging-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global paper and board packaging OEMs.
Table 65. Applications of cellulose nanofibers in paper and board packaging.
Table 66. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in paper & board packaging market, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 67. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 68. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 69. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in paper and board.
Table 70. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in textiles and apparel-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global textiles and apparel OEMs.
Table 71. Demand for cellulose nanofibers in textiles, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 72. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles & apparel market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 73. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles & apparel market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 74. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in textiles and apparel.
Table 75. Market assessment for nanocellulose in medicine and healthcare-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global medicine and healthcare OEMs.
Table 76. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in biomedicine and healthcare.
Table 77. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in biomedical and healthcare, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 78. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the biomedicine & healthcare market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 79. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the biomedicine & healthcare market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 80. Nanocellulose product developers in medicine and healthcare.
Table 81. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in hygiene and sanitary products.
Table 82. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in hygiene and sanitary products, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 83. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the hygiene & sanitary market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 84. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the hygiene & sanitary market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 85. Cellulose nanofibers product developers in hygiene and sanitary products.
Table 86. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in paints and coatings-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global paints and coatings OEMs.
Table 87. Market and applications of cellulose nanofibers in paints and coatings.
Table 88. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in paint and coatings, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 89. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paints & coatings market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 90. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paints & coatings market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 91. Companies developing nanocellulose products in paints and coatings, applications targeted and stage of commercialization.
Table 92. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in aerogels-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global aerogels OEMs.
Table 93. Markets and applications for cellulose nanofibers in aerogels.
Table 94. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in aerogels, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 95. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the aerogels market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 96. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the aerogels market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 97. Nanocellulose in product developers in aerogels.
Table 98. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in oil and gas-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global oil and gas OEMs.
Table 99. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in oil and gas.
Table 100. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the oil and gas market, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 101. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the oil & gas market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 102. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the oil & gas market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 103. Cellulose nanofibers product developers in oil and gas exploration.
Table 104. CNF membranes.
Table 105. Market assessment for Cellulose nanofibers in filtration-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global filtration OEMs.
Table 106. Market and applications of Cellulose nanofibers in filtration.
Table 107. Global demand for Cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 108. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 109. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 110. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in filtration.
Table 111. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in rheology modifiers-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global rheology modifier OEMs.
Table 112. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in rheology modifiers.
Table 113. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, 2018-2036 (tons).
Table 114. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 115. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Table 116. Commercial activity in cellulose nanofibers in rheology modifiers.
Table 117. Properties of flexible electronics-cellulose nanofiber film (nanopaper).
Table 118. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in printed, stretchable and flexible electronics-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global printed, flexible and stretchable electronics OEMs.
Table 119. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in printed, stretchable and flexible electronics.
Table 120. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in 3D priniting-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global 3D printing OEMs.
Table 121. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers 3D printing products.
Table 122. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in aerospace-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading.
Table 123: Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in aircraft and aerospace.
Table 124. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in Batteries-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks.
Table 125: Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in batteries.
Table 126. Safety of Micro/Nanofibrillated cellulose.
Table 127: Granbio Nanocellulose Processes.
Table 128. Nippon Paper commercial CNF products.
Table 129. Oji Holdings CNF products.

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. SWOT analysis: Cellulose nanofibers market.
Figure 2. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers/MFC in metric tons by market, 2018-2036.
Figure 3. Regional demand for Cellulose nanofibers, 2021.
Figure 4. Schematic diagram of partial molecular structure of cellulose chain with numbering for carbon atoms and n= number of cellobiose repeating unit.
Figure 5. Scale of cellulose materials.
Figure 6. Cellulose microfibrils and nanofibrils.
Figure 7. Organization and morphology of cellulose synthesizing terminal complexes (TCs) in different organisms.
Figure 8. Biosynthesis of (a) wood cellulose (b) tunicate cellulose and (c) BC.
Figure 9. Cotton production volume 2018-2035 (Million MT).
Figure 10. Kapok production volume 2018-2035(MT).
Figure 11. Jute production volume 2018-2035 (Million MT).
Figure 12. Hemp fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT).
Figure 13. Flax fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT).
Figure 14. Ramie fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT).
Figure 15. Kenaf fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT).
Figure 16. Sisal fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT).
Figure 17. Abaca fiber production volume 2018-2035(MT).
Figure 18. Coir fiber production volume 2018-2035 (million MT).
Figure 19. Banana fiber production volume 2018-2035(MT).
Figure 20. Bamboo fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MILLION MT).
Figure 21. Production of nanocellulose from lignocellulosic biomass using enzymatic treatment (endoglucanases and xylanases) followed by mechanical treatment.
Figure 22. EBI pretreatment combined with HPH for CNC production.
Figure 23. Aruba 23.
Figure 24. Dorayaki.
Figure 25. ENASAVE NEXT.
Figure 26. Flat4-KAEDE.
Figure 27. GEL-KAYANO™.
Figure 28. KAMIDE+CNF paper container.
Figure 29. Hada care acty®.
Figure 30. Hiteeth All in One Mouth Gel.
Figure 31. HYPERNANO X series.
Figure 32. Kirekira! toilet wipes.
Figure 33. ONKYO® Scepter SC-3(B) 2-way Speaker System.
Figure 34. Pioneer® SE-MONITOR5 Headphones.
Figure 35. "Poise" series Super strong deodorant sheet.
Figure 36. RUBURI Precursor Lubris for raw concrete pumping.
Figure 37. SC-3 (B) speakers.
Figure 38. SE-MONITOR5 headphones.
Figure 39. "Skin Care Acty" series Adult diapers.
Figure 40. Spingle Company sneakers.
Figure 41. "SURISURI" Lotion.
Figure 42. X9400 series.
Figure 43. X Premium Sound Speaker Alps Alpine.
Figure 44. wood-ness® lotion.
Figure 45. Global market demand for cellulose nanofibers in composites, 2018-2036 (metric tons).
Figure 46. Revenues for cellulose nanofibers in composites, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 47. Revenues for cellulose nanofibers in composites, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 48. CNF mixed PLA (Poly Lactic Acid).
Figure 49. CNF resin products.
Figure 50. Interior of NCV concept car.
Figure 51. Interior of the NCV prototype.
Figure 52. Global market demand for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, 2018-2036 (metric tons).
Figure 53. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 54. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 55: Daio Paper's cellulose nanofiber material in doors and hood of race car.
Figure 56: CNF composite.
Figure 57: Engine cover utilizing Kao CNF composite resins.
Figure 58. CNF car engine cover developed in Japan Ministry of the Environment’s (MOE) Nano Cellulose Vehicle (NCV) Project.
Figure 59. Comparison of nanofillers with supplementary cementitious materials and aggregates in concrete.
Figure 60. Demand for cellulose nanofibers in construction, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 61. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 62. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 63. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 64. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 65. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 66. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in textiles and apparel.
Figure 67. Asics GEL-KAYANO™ 25 running shoe.
Figure 68. Demand for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles sector, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 69. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles & apparel market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 70. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles & apparel market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 71. CNF deodorant products.
Figure 72. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in biomedical and healthcare, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 73. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the biomedicine & healthcare market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 74. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the biomedicine & healthcare market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 75. Fibnano.
Figure 76. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in hygiene and sanitary products, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 77. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the hygiene & sanitary market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 78. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the hygiene and sanitary products market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 79. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in paint and coatings, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 80. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paints & coatings market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 81. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paints & coatings market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 82. Hefcel-coated wood (left) and untreated wood (right) after 30 seconds flame test.
Figure 83: Global demand for nanocellulose in in aerogels, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 84. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the aerogels market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 85. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the aerogelsmarket, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 86. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the oil and gas market, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 87. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in oil & gas market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 88. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the oil & gas market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 89. Nanocellulose sponge developed by EMPA for potential applications in oil recovery.
Figure 90. Global demand for Cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 91. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 92. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the filtration packaging market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 93. Multi-layered cross section of CNF-nw.
Figure 94. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, 2018-2036 (tons).
Figure 95. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 96. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD).
Figure 97. "SURISURI" products.
Figure 98. Foldable nanopaper antenna.
Figure 99: Flexible electronic substrate made from CNF.
Figure 100. Oji CNF transparent sheets.
Figure 101. Electronic components using NFC as insulating materials.
Figure 102: Anpoly cellulose nanofiber hydrogel.
Figure 103. MEDICELLU™.
Figure 104: Ashai Kasei CNF production process.
Figure 105: Asahi Kasei CNF fabric sheet.
Figure 106: Properties of Asahi Kasei cellulose nanofiber nonwoven fabric.
Figure 107. CNF nonwoven fabric.
Figure 108. nanoforest products.
Figure 109. Chuetsu Pulp & Paper CNF production process.
Figure 110. nanoforest-S.
Figure 111. nanoforest-PDP.
Figure 112. nanoforest-MB.
Figure 113: Trunk lid incorporating CNF.
Figure 114. Daio Paper CNF production process.
Figure 115. ELLEX products.
Figure 116. CNF-reinforced PP compounds.
Figure 117. Kirekira! toilet wipes.
Figure 118. Color CNF.
Figure 119. DIC Products CNF production process.
Figure 120. DKS Co. Ltd. CNF production process.
Figure 121: Rheocrysta spray.
Figure 122. DKS CNF products.
Figure 123: CNF based on citrus peel.
Figure 124. Citrus cellulose nanofiber.
Figure 125. Filler Bank CNC products.
Figure 126. GREEN CHIP CMF pellets and injection moulded products.
Figure 127: Cellulose Nanofiber (CNF) composite with polyethylene (PE).
Figure 128: CNF products from Furukawa Electric.
Figure 129. Granbio CNF production process.
Figure 130: Cutlery samples (spoon, knife, fork) made of nano cellulose and biodegradable plastic composite materials.
Figure 131. Non-aqueous CNF dispersion "Senaf" (Photo shows 5% of plasticizer).
Figure 132: CNF gel.
Figure 133: Block nanocellulose material.
Figure 134: CNF products developed by Hokuetsu.
Figure 135. Kami Shoji CNF products.
Figure 136. Dual Graft System.
Figure 137: Engine cover utilizing Kao CNF composite resins.
Figure 138. Acrylic resin blended with modified CNF (fluid) and its molded product (transparent film), and image obtained with AFM (CNF 10wt% blended).
Figure 139: 0.3% aqueous dispersion of sulfated esterified CNF and dried transparent film (front side).
Figure 140. CNF deodorant.
Figure 141. Chitin nanofiber product.
Figure 142. Marusumi Paper cellulose nanofiber products.
Figure 143. FibriMa cellulose nanofiber powder.
Figure 144. Cellulomix production process.
Figure 145. Nanobase versus conventional products.
Figure 146. Uni-ball Signo UMN-307.
Figure 147: CNF slurries.
Figure 148. Range of CNF products.
Figure 149: Nanocell serum product.
Figure 150. Vatensel® product
Figure 151: Hydrophobization facilities for raw pulp.
Figure 152: Mixing facilities for CNF-reinforced plastic.
Figure 153. Nippon Paper CNF production process.
Figure 154: Nippon Paper Industries’ adult diapers.
Figure 155. All-resin forceps incorporating CNF.
Figure 156. CNF paint product.
Figure 157. CNF wet powder.
Figure 158. CNF transparent film.
Figure 159. Transparent CNF sheets.
Figure 160. Oji Paper CNF production process.
Figure 161. CNF clear sheets.
Figure 162. OJI Holdings and Toyota Robot Canopy.
Figure 163. Oji Holdings CNF polycarbonate product.
Figure 164. Fluorene cellulose ® powder.
Figure 165. Performance Biofilaments CNF production process.
Figure 166. XCNF.
Figure 167. CNF insulation flat plates.
Figure 168. Seiko PMC CNF production process.
Figure 169. Manufacturing process for STARCEL.
Figure 170. Rubber soles incorporating CNF.
Figure 171. CNF dispersion and powder from Starlite.
Figure 172. Sugino Machine CNF production process.
Figure 173. High Pressure Water Jet Process.
Figure 174. 2 wt.% CNF suspension.
Figure 175. BiNFi-s Dry Powder.
Figure 176. BiNFi-s Dry Powder and Propylene (PP) Complex Pellet.
Figure 177. Silk nanofiber (right) and cocoon of raw material.
Figure 178. SVILOSA AD CNC products.
Figure 179. Silver / CNF composite dispersions.
Figure 180. CNF/nanosilver powder.
Figure 181: Comparison of weight reduction effect using CNF.
Figure 182: CNF resin products.
Figure 183. University of Maine CNF production process.
Figure 184. UPM-Kymmene CNF production process.
Figure 185. FibDex® wound dressing.
Figure 186. FibGel hydrogel products.
Figure 187. US Forest Service Products Laboratory CNF production process.
Figure 188: Flexible electronic substrate made from CNF.
Figure 189. HefCel-coated wood (left) and untreated wood (right) after 30 seconds flame test.
Figure 190. S-CNF in powder form.

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • Adsorbi
  • Aichemist Metal Inc.
  • ANPOLY Inc.
  • Asahi Kasei Corporation
  • Azul Energy
  • Beijing Ding Sheng Xiong Di Technology Co. Ltd.
  • Betulium Oy
  • Blue BioFuels Inc.
  • CD Bioparticles
  • Cellucomp Ltd.
  • Cellulose Lab
  • Centre Technique du Papier (CTP)
  • Chemkey Advanced Materials Technology (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.
  • Chuetsu Pulp & Paper Co. Ltd.
  • CNNT
  • DaikyoNishikawa Corporation
  • Daio Paper Corporation
  • Daishowa Paper Products Co. Ltd.
  • Denso Corporation
  • DIC
  • DKS Co. Ltd.
  • Earth Recycle Co. Ltd.
  • Ehime Paper Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
  • Evolgene Genomics SL,
  • Fibercoat GmbH
  • Fillerbank Limited
  • FineCell Sweden AB
  • FP Chemical Industry Co. Ltd.
  • Fuji Pigment Co. Ltd.
  • Furukawa Electric Co. Ltd.
  • Gen Corporation
  • Glamarium OÜ Technologies
  • Granbio Technologies
  • GreenNano Technologies Inc.
  • GS Alliance Co. Ltd.
  • Guilin Qihong Technology
  • Hansol Paper Ltd.
  • Harvest Nano Inc.
  • Hattori Shoten K.K.
  • Hexa Chemical Co. Ltd./Nature Gift
  • Hokuetsu Corporation
  • i-Compology Corporation
  • InventWood
  • The Japan Steel Works Ltd.
  • JeNaCell GmbH (Evonik)
  • Kami Shoji Company
  • Kao Corporation
  • KOS 21
  • KRI Inc.
  • Lenzing AG
  • Maniwa Biochemical
  • Marine Nanofiber Co. Ltd.
  • Marusumi Paper Company Limited
  • Marutomi Seishi Co. Ltd.
  • Masuko Sangyo Co. Ltd.
  • Matsuo Handa Co. Ltd.
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation/Mitsubishi Paper Mills Limited
  • Mizuno Kinzoku Shoji Co. Ltd.
  • Mori Machinery Co. Ltd.
  • Moorim P&P
  • MOVIC AMT Co. Ltd.
  • Nanografi Co. Inc
  • Nanollose Ltd.
  • National Research Company
  • Natural Friend
  • Nature Costech Co. Ltd.
  • Nature Gifts Co. Ltd.
  • Nippon Paper Industries
  • Nippon Shizai Co. Ltd.
  • Nissin Kogyo Co. Ltd.
  • Norske Skog ASA
  • Ocean TuniCell AS
  • Oita CELENA Co. Ltd.
  • Omura Paint Co. Ltd.
  • Onkyo Corporation
  • Oji Holdings Corporation
  • Osaka Gas Chemicals Co. Ltd.
  • Panasonic Holdings Corporation
  • Performance BioFilaments Inc.
  • PhotoCide Protection Inc.
  • Re-Fresh Global
  • Rengo Co. Ltd.
  • Ripro Corporation
  • Risho Kogyo Co. Ltd.
  • Sanwa Kako Co. Ltd.
  • Sappi Limited
  • Seiko PMC Corporation
  • Sharp Chemical Ind. Co. Ltd.
  • Shinwa Kako KK
  • SK Leaveo
  • Smart Reactors
  • Starlite Co. Ltd.
  • Sugino Machine Limited
  • Svilosa AD
  • Take Cite Co. Ltd.
  • Taiyo Holdings Co. Ltd.
  • Tianjon Haojia Cellulose Co. Ltd.
  • Tentok Paper Co. Ltd.
  • Toagosei Co. Ltd.