Synthetic Fiber Manufacturing in the US - Industry Market Research Report

Synthetic Fiber Manufacturing in the US

Coming apart at the seams

Manufacturers of synthetic fiber have struggled for about a decade, and the next five years will be no better. As more textile mills move overseas to take advantage of lower operating costs, they will purchase less fiber from US fiber producers. Inexpensive imports from countries like China will also pose a significant threat to domestic manufacturers' market shares, while constantly rising raw material prices will eat away at operators' profit margins.

This industry consists of companies that are involved in the production of cellulosic and noncellulosic fibers and filaments in the form of monofilament, filament yarn, staple or tow. Key cellulosic fibers include rayon, acetate and lyocell. Noncellulosic organic fibers include acrylic fibers and filaments, acrylonitrile fibers and filaments, nylon fibers, polyester fibers, polyvinyl ester fibers and spandex fibers.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.