Fire, Smoke, and Toxicity Retardant (FST) Composite Resin Market Report 2026

The fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (fst) composite resin market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.42 billion in 2025 to $1.52 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to fire safety compliance needs, aerospace certification requirements, construction safety standards, industrial material upgrades, early adoption in marine applications.

The fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (fst) composite resin market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to electric vehicle fire safety focus, mass transit infrastructure growth, stricter building fire codes, sustainable fire retardant demand, composite material innovation. Major trends in the forecast period include rising fire safety regulations across industries, growing use in aerospace and transportation, expansion of halogen free fire retardants, increased adoption in building materials, focus on low smoke and toxicity emissions.

The expanding construction industry is expected to fuel the growth of the fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (FST) composite resin market in the future. The construction industry involves the design, planning, and development of infrastructure, including residential, commercial, and public works projects such as roads and bridges. The rise in green building initiatives is contributing to the industry's growth, as sustainability goals drive demand for energy-efficient and eco-friendly structures. FST composite resins are used in construction to enhance fire safety by providing fire-resistant structural components that reduce smoke and toxic gas emissions. For example, in September 2024, the Australian Bureau of Statistics reported that the number of dwellings under construction increased by 13.9%, reaching 43,247 in the September 2024 quarter, compared to September 2023. As a result, the growing construction sector is boosting the demand for FST composite resins.

Leading companies in the fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (FST) composite resin market are focusing on developing advanced products, such as styrene-free thermosetting resins, to enhance fire safety, reduce toxic emissions, and comply with stricter regulations. Styrene-free thermosetting resins are polymer materials that cure without styrene, minimizing toxicity, emissions, and environmental impact, while maintaining strength and durability. For instance, in August 2023, Trimer Technologies, a US-based polymer and advanced materials company, introduced Harp Rapid, a nonhalogenated, styrene-free thermosetting resin designed for resin infusion, RTM, VARTM, and pultrusion processes. This advanced resin system surpasses fire, smoke, and toxicity (FST) ratings for aircraft interiors, achieving V0 and Class A E84 ratings, and offers a fast, tunable cure profile that cures in as little as 30 seconds at 250ºF. It provides high mechanical properties, with strength comparable to top aerospace polymers. Additionally, Trimer developed internal mold releases to enable the production of fire-resistant pultrusions, eliminating the need for bromination or low-strength phenolics while supporting high-speed manufacturing with pull speeds up to 10 ft/min.

In May 2023, GracoRoberts, a US-based chemical manufacturing company, acquired Pacific Coast Composites for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to expand GracoRoberts' specialty chemical distribution capabilities and strengthen its presence in the aerospace and advanced composites markets. Pacific Coast Composites, a US-based company, specializes in the manufacturing of fire, smoke, and toxicity (FST) retardant products.

Major companies operating in the fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (fst) composite resin market are BASF SE, SABIC, Evonik Industries AG, INEOS Group, Huntsman International LLC, Clariant AG, Trinseo S.A., Polynt S.p.A., Allnex Group, Ashland Inc., AOC LLC, Scott Bader Company Limited, Mäder Group, Swancor Holding Co. Ltd., BUFA Composite Systems GmbH & Co. KG, NORD Composites, Trimer Technologies, Reichhold LLC, Hexion Inc., Poliya Composite Resins and Polymers Inc., Interplastic Corporation, Behn Meyer Group, Happy Composites, Aryan Composites Private Limited, Aaron Polymers India Pvt. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (FST) composite resin market in 2025. The regions covered in the fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (fst) composite resin market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (fst) composite resin market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The fire, smoke, and toxicity retardant (FST) composite resin market consist of sales of epoxy resins, phenolic resins, and polyester resins. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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