The Global Automotive Airbag Inflator Market was valued at USD 5.6 billion in 2025 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% to reach USD 8.7 billion by 2035.
The rising production of motor vehicles worldwide is a significant driver of this growth. As manufacturers ramp up output to meet surging demand, each new vehicle requires multiple airbag inflators, which elevates installation rates and strengthens long-term supply agreements. This higher production volume also improves economies of scale and accelerates the adoption of advanced inflator technologies across different vehicle segments. Consumers are increasingly prioritizing passive safety systems and crash protection when purchasing vehicles, leading automakers to integrate high-performance multi-airbag systems even in mid-tier models. The integration of smart, connected vehicle systems, including predictive sensors and intelligent crash-response mechanisms, requires inflators that deploy quickly and efficiently. By aligning occupant protection with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), next-generation inflators are seeing higher demand, creating substantial opportunities for suppliers in the market.
The passenger vehicles segment accounted for 67% share in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% between 2026 and 2035. Regulatory mandates requiring airbags in all passenger vehicles, including entry-level models, are a key factor driving growth. Laws enforcing multiple airbag systems, frontal, side, and curtain, directly increase the number of inflators per vehicle. As compliance deadlines approach across various regions, manufacturers are accelerating the installation of airbag systems, ensuring steady, regulation-driven growth for suppliers.
The original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) segment held a 71% share in 2025 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2026 to 2035. OEMs’ strict adherence to evolving safety regulations helps them avoid recalls, penalties, and reputational damage. High-quality, innovative inflators allow OEMs to maintain consistency in crash protection standards across multiple vehicle platforms. This focus on compliance and safety drives long-term contracts with inflator suppliers, providing stable demand and continuous technological advancements.
China Automotive Airbag Inflator Market held 40% share, generating USD 845.3 million in 2025. Being the world’s largest automotive manufacturing hub, China produces millions of passenger vehicles annually, resulting in high demand for inflators across all vehicle segments. Ongoing capacity expansions by local and joint-venture OEMs support strong inflator consumption and encourage sustained growth for suppliers.
Key players operating in the Global Automotive Airbag Inflator Market include ARC Automotive, Autoliv, Joyson Safety Systems, Toyoda Gosei, Daicel, Ashimori Industry, Hyundai Mobis, ITW Automotive, Nippon Kayaku, and ZF. Companies in the automotive airbag inflator market are focusing on several strategies to strengthen their market presence and competitive position. They are investing heavily in research and development to create next-generation, high-performance inflators that meet evolving safety standards. Long-term supply agreements with OEMs are being secured to ensure stable demand and foster collaboration for technological innovation. Strategic mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships are also employed to expand global footprints and leverage complementary capabilities. Additionally, manufacturers are diversifying their product portfolios to cater to passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and connected vehicle platforms.
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The rising production of motor vehicles worldwide is a significant driver of this growth. As manufacturers ramp up output to meet surging demand, each new vehicle requires multiple airbag inflators, which elevates installation rates and strengthens long-term supply agreements. This higher production volume also improves economies of scale and accelerates the adoption of advanced inflator technologies across different vehicle segments. Consumers are increasingly prioritizing passive safety systems and crash protection when purchasing vehicles, leading automakers to integrate high-performance multi-airbag systems even in mid-tier models. The integration of smart, connected vehicle systems, including predictive sensors and intelligent crash-response mechanisms, requires inflators that deploy quickly and efficiently. By aligning occupant protection with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), next-generation inflators are seeing higher demand, creating substantial opportunities for suppliers in the market.
The passenger vehicles segment accounted for 67% share in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% between 2026 and 2035. Regulatory mandates requiring airbags in all passenger vehicles, including entry-level models, are a key factor driving growth. Laws enforcing multiple airbag systems, frontal, side, and curtain, directly increase the number of inflators per vehicle. As compliance deadlines approach across various regions, manufacturers are accelerating the installation of airbag systems, ensuring steady, regulation-driven growth for suppliers.
The original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) segment held a 71% share in 2025 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2026 to 2035. OEMs’ strict adherence to evolving safety regulations helps them avoid recalls, penalties, and reputational damage. High-quality, innovative inflators allow OEMs to maintain consistency in crash protection standards across multiple vehicle platforms. This focus on compliance and safety drives long-term contracts with inflator suppliers, providing stable demand and continuous technological advancements.
China Automotive Airbag Inflator Market held 40% share, generating USD 845.3 million in 2025. Being the world’s largest automotive manufacturing hub, China produces millions of passenger vehicles annually, resulting in high demand for inflators across all vehicle segments. Ongoing capacity expansions by local and joint-venture OEMs support strong inflator consumption and encourage sustained growth for suppliers.
Key players operating in the Global Automotive Airbag Inflator Market include ARC Automotive, Autoliv, Joyson Safety Systems, Toyoda Gosei, Daicel, Ashimori Industry, Hyundai Mobis, ITW Automotive, Nippon Kayaku, and ZF. Companies in the automotive airbag inflator market are focusing on several strategies to strengthen their market presence and competitive position. They are investing heavily in research and development to create next-generation, high-performance inflators that meet evolving safety standards. Long-term supply agreements with OEMs are being secured to ensure stable demand and foster collaboration for technological innovation. Strategic mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships are also employed to expand global footprints and leverage complementary capabilities. Additionally, manufacturers are diversifying their product portfolios to cater to passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and connected vehicle platforms.
Comprehensive Market Analysis and Forecast
- Industry trends, key growth drivers, challenges, future opportunities, and regulatory landscape
- Competitive landscape with Porter’s Five Forces and PESTEL analysis
- Market size, segmentation, and regional forecasts
- In-depth company profiles, business strategies, financial insights, and SWOT analysis
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2025
Chapter 5 Market Estimates & Forecast, by Vehicle, 2022-2035 ($Mn, Units)
Chapter 6 Market Estimates & Forecast, by Inflator, 2022-2035 ($Mn, Units)
Chapter 7 Market Estimates & Forecast, by Airbag, 2022-2035 ($Mn, Units)
Chapter 8 Market Estimates & Forecast, by Propulsion, 2022-2035 ($Mn, Units)
Chapter 9 Market Estimates & Forecast, by Sales Channel, 2022-2035 ($Mn, Units)
Chapter 10 Market Estimates & Forecast, by Deployment Mode, 2022-2035 ($Mn, Units)
Chapter 11 Market Estimates & Forecast, by Region, 2022-2035 ($Mn, Units)
Chapter 12 Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
The companies profiled in this Automotive Airbag Inflator market report include:- Autoliv
- Bosch
- Continental
- Daicel
- Delphi
- Denso
- Hyundai Mobis
- Joyson Safety Systems
- ZF
- ARC Automotive
- Ashimori Industry
- ITW Automotive
- Kolon Industries
- Nippon Kayaku
- Seiren
- Toyoda Gosei
- Jinheng Automotive Safety Technology
- Nihon Plast
- Swicofil
- Tenaris
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2035 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 5.6 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 8.7 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 4.8% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 21 |
