Coated Fabric Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034

The global coated fabric market reached a value of D 28.72 Billion in 2024 . The market is further estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.00% in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a value of around USD 42.51 Billion by 2034 .

Rising Utilisation of Polymer Coated Fabrics to Propel the Market Growth of Coated Fabrics

Based on product type, the polymer coated fabric segment is expected to witness a significant growth in the forecast period. The use of polymer coatings in fabrics to prevent tear and wear due to daily use is aiding the growth of the segment. The polymer coated fabric allows improved evaporation compared to other coated fabrics and provides enhanced surface protection against abrasive wear. Polymer coatings, when combined with flame-resistant agents, help create highly flame-resistant materials, and thus, they are used in the production of protective clothing for firefighters. In addition, polymer coatings make textiles sturdier, and they are gaining importance for extending the service life of finished fabrics. Moreover, the advancements in polymer engineering, such as new emergency materials and new coating technologies, enable broader applications of polymeric coatings, which is likely to aid the segment growth over the forecast period.

Market Segmentation

A coated fabric is a woven or non-woven cloth with a specialised coating to hold added characteristics, such as resistance to wear, corrosion, chemical, weathering, improved thermal conductivity, and electric insulation, among others. Such fabrics can be made from different coating elements such as rubber, plastic, or chemicals.

Breakup by Product

• Polymer Coated Fabrics
• Rubber Coated Fabrics
• Fabric Backed Wall Coverings

Breakup by Application

• Transportation
• Protective Clothing
• Industrial
• Roofing, Awnings, and Canopies
• Furniture and Seating
• Others

Breakup by Region

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Growing Applications of Coated Fabrics Across Various Sectors to Drive the Growth of the Market

The market for coated fabric is being driven by the growing demand for protective clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) across various sectors. The rising production of automobiles and electric vehicles is leading to the adoption of coated fabrics by vehicle manufacturers to dampen vibration and resist cracks, leaks, bursts, and enhance the driving experience of customers. Further, the rising utilisation of polyurethane-coated fabrics in surgeries to ensure durability, skin safety, and no pinholes risks is invigorating the market growth of coated fabrics. Additionally, the expansion of the aerospace sector is resulting in the increased application of coated fabrics for thermal protection, heat shields for outer space, seat fire-blocking, cargo liners, thermal, acoustic insulation, moisture control, and others.

The increasing demand for protective clothing, particularly in the defence and firefighting sector, is expected to play a critical role in the market development of coated fabrics. Moreover, the strong foothold of market players and their initiatives to incorporate eco-friendly and efficient coating solutions are anticipated to further augment the market growth over the forecast period.

Key Players in the Global Coated Fabric Market

The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global coated fabric market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:

• Continental AG
• Saint-Gobain S.A.
• Trelleborg AB
• Sioen Industries N.V.
• Omnova Solutions Inc.
• Others

The comprehensive report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis