Ceramic Fiber Cloth Market Report 2026

The ceramic fiber cloth market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.61 billion in 2025 to $1.75 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of industrial furnace installations, growth in metal processing industries, rising use of thermal insulation materials, increased safety standards in industrial operations, availability of advanced ceramic fiber materials.

The ceramic fiber cloth market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.39 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in high-efficiency thermal systems, rising demand from aerospace and defense sectors, expansion of renewable energy infrastructure, growing focus on fire protection solutions, innovation in lightweight high-temperature fabrics. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for high-temperature insulation materials, rising use of ceramic fiber cloth in industrial safety, growing adoption in aerospace and power generation applications, expansion of reinforced ceramic fiber fabrics, enhanced focus on thermal efficiency and durability.

The increasing infrastructure development is expected to drive the growth of the ceramic fiber cloth market going forward. Infrastructure development refers to the construction and enhancement of essential facilities such as transportation, utilities, and communication systems that support economic growth and societal well-being. This development is fueled by the growing need to support urbanization and industrialization, as expanding cities and industries require improved transportation networks, energy systems, and utilities to sustain economic growth and improve living standards. Ceramic fiber cloth supports infrastructure projects by providing high-temperature insulation and fire protection for industrial equipment, pipelines, and construction materials, ensuring safety, energy efficiency, and durability in large-scale projects such as power plants, refineries, and commercial buildings. For example, in October 2024, according to Infrastructure Partnerships Australia, Australian general government infrastructure funding across all states and territories totaled USD 176 billion (A$270.4 billion) over the four years to FY 2027-28, marking an increase of USD 9.04 billion (A$13.8 billion) from the FY 2023-24 period. Therefore, rising infrastructure development is driving the ceramic fiber cloth market.

The growing demand in the automotive industry is expected to propel the ceramic fiber cloth market going forward. The automotive industry encompasses the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles, along with the supporting services and supply chains that promote transportation innovation, safety, and sustainability worldwide. This demand is driven by an increasing reliance on personal and commercial transportation that enhances mobility, convenience, and economic productivity. Ceramic fiber cloth supports the automotive sector by providing high-temperature insulation and heat protection for components such as exhaust systems, engines, and braking mechanisms, enhancing vehicle efficiency, durability, and safety under extreme operating conditions. For instance, in December 2024, according to Eurostat, renewable energy represented 24.5% of total energy consumption in the EU in 2023, up from 23% in 2022. Therefore, the growing automotive demand is boosting the ceramic fiber cloth market.

Key companies operating in the ceramic fiber cloth market are focusing on developing innovative solutions such as ceramic matrix composite (CMC) reinforcement to enhance thermal resistance, mechanical strength, and durability for advanced industrial applications. Ceramic matrix composite (CMC) reinforcement involves embedding ceramic fibers within a ceramic matrix to improve toughness, thermal stability, and resistance to cracking under high temperatures or mechanical stress. For example, in December 2024, RATH Group, an Australia-based manufacturing company, successfully started a production plant for innovative oxide ceramic continuous fibers at its Mönchengladbach site in Germany. These fibers combine high strength and flexibility at temperatures up to 1200°C, with outstanding thermal shock resistance and dimensional stability. They are vital for reinforcing advanced composites in demanding applications across energy, aerospace, and automotive sectors, enabling lightweight, damage-tolerant, and long-lasting materials. As the first European supplier, RATH enhances supply security and supports the development of high-performance, energy-efficient technologies for the future.

Major companies operating in the ceramic fiber cloth market are 3M Company, IBIDEN Co. Ltd., Morgan Advanced Materials plc, Luyang Energy‑Saving Materials Co. Ltd., RATH Group, NUTEC Incorporated, Specialty Products & Insulation, Shree Ceramic Fibers Pvt. Ltd., Mid‑Mountain Materials Inc., Ningbo Gteek Technology Co. Ltd., ZIRCAR Ceramics Inc., CeraMaterials, CeramSource Inc., Mineral Seal Corporation, Yeso Insulating Products Co. Ltd., Unifrax I LLC, Fibrecast Inc., PTI Thermal Solutions, Great Lakes Textiles, Isolite Insulating Products Co. Ltd., HarbisonWalker International, Pyrotek In.

North America was the largest region in the ceramic fiber cloth market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the ceramic fiber cloth market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the ceramic fiber cloth market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The ceramic fiber cloth market consists of sales of ceramic fiber paper, ceramic fiber board, ceramic fiber tape, ceramic fiber ropes, and ceramic fiber modules. 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 their creators.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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