Breathable films Market Size
Valued at USD 4.5 billion in 2023, Breathable Films Market is expected to grow at around 7.8% CAGR between 2024 and 2032. From infant diapers to adult incontinence products, feminine hygiene products, and medical dressings, breathable films are extensively used in hygiene products. Growing expendable incomes, better knowledge of personal cleanliness, and a population that is expanding will drive use of breathable films.
Constant developments in film production processes have produced advances in breathable films with enhanced properties including better moisture management, enhanced barrier performance, and improved breathability itself.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Base Year | 2023 |
| Breathable Films Market Size in 2023 | USD 4.5 Billion |
| Forecast Period | 2024 to 2032 |
| Forecast Period 2024 to 2032 CAGR | 7.8% |
| 2032 Value Projection | USD 9.6 Billion |
| Historical Data for | 2018 to 2032 |
| No. of Pages | 210 |
| Tables, Charts & Figures | 300 |
| Segments covered | Material, Product Type, Technology, Application, and Region |
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| Pitfalls & Challenges |
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In relative terms to conventional non-breathable films, breathable films are rather expensive. Manufacturers may find it difficult to develop breathable films using raw materials, manufacturing techniques, and specialty technologies as well as to limit their utilization in some applications. Breathable films will be challenged by other materials and creative technologies with similar qualities. Based on the application needs, one can choose nonwoven textiles with built-in breathability or various forms of film coatings as substitutes for breathable films. Breathable films' high-end pricing is expected to lower their acceptance rate, so slowing down the expansion of the market.
COVID-19 Impact
Global supply chains encompassing manufacturing and distribution of raw materials and completed goods broke under the epidemic. Travel restrictions, lockdowns, and staff shortages affected the availability of breathable film materials and hence slowed manufacturing and distribution techniques. This resulted in lower availability of breathable films and supply chain difficulties including delayed distribution. Conversely, the epidemic created great demand for breathable films in hygiene items including adult incontinence products, sanitary napkins, and diapers.
The increased focus on personal cleanliness and healthcare safety precautions led to a desire for these items that made use of breathable films for convenience and efficiency, hence boosting their demand. Business development is expected to be influenced by the declining COVID-19 cases and corresponding government and non-government organization policies.
Breathable Films Market Trends
In the sector of breathable films, sustainability is under more and more pressure. Manufacturers are mostly focused on creating recyclable, environmentally friendly, decomposable films. Demand for environmentally friendly breathable films is driven by growing customer knowledge of environmental problems and affinity for green products. As policies on plastic use and garbage disposal get more strict, this tendency is expected to last. Among many different industrial applications, breathable films find employment in packaging, agriculture, and building.
Construction's weather barriers and vapor retarders are breathable films. In the agricultural industry these movies are used for mulching, greenhouse covers, and crop safety. In the packaging sector, they also have uses to extend the lifetime of perishable products and maintain their freshness. The increasing range of breathable films in such unusual fields will support economic development. Particularly in Asia Pacific, breathable films are seeing an explosive rise in underdeveloped countries. Product demand is driving by population growth, urban development, and high spending incomes.
Breathable Films Market Analysis
Material-based classification of the breathable films market includes polyethylene, polypropylene, polyurethane, polyelene terephthalate, and others. In 2022 the polyethylene segment will bring USD 380 million. Breathable films are made mostly of polyethylene because of its outstanding breathability, flexibility, and Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate (MVTR). Breathable films will also increase PE demand in cost-effective, accessible, and compatible with different manufacturing techniques. Generally used in industrial packaging, medicinal applications, and hygiene items, PE films affect segment growth in impact.
Applications in medical items such surgical drapes and gowns as well as industrial sectors including construction and agriculture lead PP demand in breathable films. These product uses will help the segment of PP to flourish.
Based on product type, the breathable films market is bifurcated into microporous films, non-porous films, and micro-perforated films. The Microporous films segment captured around 40% of the market share in 2022 and is likely to grow at a rapid rate till 2032. Microporous films are highly breathable films that allow moisture vapor transmission while stopping liquid penetration. They are generally utilized in applications such as medical products (surgical drapes, gowns & wound dressings), hygiene products (diapers & sanitary napkins), and protective apparel.
The requirement for moisture management, comfort, and protection in these industries will foster the demand for microporous films. The requirement for prolonged shelf life, enhanced product quality, and better customer convenience in the food industry will also complement product demand.
Imagine you're browsing through different types of breathable films, like the ones used in diapers, bandages, and even food packaging. These films can be made in various ways, like extrusion (think of squeezing Play-Doh out of a tube), lamination (like layering different types of paper or plastic), or cast film (like pouring batter onto a hot pan). In 2022, the "extrusion" method was the most popular, and experts predict it will continue to be big over the next decade. By 2032, it's expected to grow by 6.6% every year! Now, let's talk about the different types of breathable films themselves. Some have just one layer of material with tiny holes or pores. These holes let water vapor escape, like when you sweat, but they keep liquid out, like rain. These one-layer films are great for things like diapers, medical supplies, and raincoats. Other breathable films have even smaller holes, like the ones in those little perforated plastic bags for lettuce. These holes are too small for water droplets to get through, but they're big enough to let water vapor escape. This keeps your lettuce crispy and fresh for longer.
Based on application, the breathable films market is classified into hygiene products, medical & healthcare products, building & construction, packaging, industrial protective apparel, agriculture, and others. Hygiene products captured major market share in 2022. The breathable film demand in this segment is predominantly impelled by increased awareness of personal hygiene, growing population, rising disposable incomes, and customer preference for more comfortable & breathable products. The others application segment where breathable films are used include sports & leisure, personal care products, and automotive, which will drive market growth.
In the world of breathable films, the United States has always been the king of the hill. In 2022, their market was worth a mind-boggling USD 1.7 billion. And hold your hats, because from 2023 to 2032, it's only going to skyrocket. Why the big boom? Americans are obsessed with staying healthy, clean, and feeling their best selves. So, they're snapping up products made with breathable films like crazy – think diapers, adult diapers, and feminine hygiene. Breathable films give them that extra boost of comfort and keep them feeling fresh and dry. Another reason for the growth is our aging population. As more and more folks get older, they need medical and pharmaceutical supplies that make their lives easier. Breathable films fit the bill perfectly, especially for things like wound care and incontinence products.
Breathable Films Market Share
Some of the major market players operating in the breathable films market are
- Arkema
- Mitsui Chemicals inc
- Berry Global Inc
- RKW Group
- Clopay Plastic Products Company Inc
- Berry Global Inc
- Covestro AG
- Nitto Denko Corporation
- Toray Industries Inc.
- Trioplast Industrier AB.
These participants concentrate on strategic partnerships, new product launches, and commercialization efforts for market expansion. They are making huge investments in research & development to launch advanced products and gain the highest market revenue.
This breathable films market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue and volume (USD Million &( Kilo Tons) from 2018 to 2032, for the following segments
Market, By Material
- Polyethylene
- Polypropylene
- Polyurethane
- Polyethylene terephthalate
- Others
Market, By Product Type
- Microporous films
- Non-porous films
- Micro-perforated films
Market, By Technology
- Extrusion
- Lamination
- Cast film
Market, By Application
- Hygiene products
- Medical & healthcare products
- Building & construction
- Packaging
- Industrial protective apparel
- Agriculture
- Others
The above information is provided for the following regions and countries
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Spain
- Italy
- Russia
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
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