Airlaid Textiles

Global Airlaid Textiles Market to Reach US$523.2 Million by 2030

The global market for Airlaid Textiles estimated at US$412.6 Million in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$523.2 Million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.0% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Latex-Bonded, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.8% CAGR and reach US$275.5 Million by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Thermal-Bonded segment is estimated at 4.6% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$112.4 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 7.4% CAGR

The Airlaid Textiles market in the U.S. is estimated at US$112.4 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$106.1 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 7.4% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 1.7% and 3.1% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 2.3% CAGR.

Global Airlaid Textiles Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Are Airlaid Textiles Gaining Prominence Across Absorbent, Disposable, and Sustainable Product Applications?
Airlaid textiles are nonwoven fabrics produced by dispersing short fibers into an air stream and bonding them into a web using thermal, mechanical, or chemical techniques. Known for their high absorbency, softness, and bulk without added weight, airlaid materials are increasingly favored in hygiene, medical, personal care, and industrial applications where liquid retention, skin contact comfort, and structural integrity are essential.

With growing demand for single-use, high-performance materials in sanitary napkins, baby diapers, adult incontinence products, food pads, and medical wipes, airlaid technology is emerging as a key manufacturing platform. Its compatibility with natural, recycled, and biodegradable fibers also aligns it with the global shift toward sustainable, eco-conscious product design—making airlaid textiles a strategic enabler in the evolution of disposable and semi-durable nonwoven markets.

How Are Material Blends, Bonding Technologies, and Functional Additives Enhancing Airlaid Textile Properties?
Advancements in fiber engineering—particularly the blending of cellulose pulp with superabsorbent polymers (SAP), bioplastics, or synthetic binders—are expanding the performance envelope of airlaid textiles. These composite structures can now deliver tailored properties such as fluid wicking, odor control, thermal regulation, and antibacterial action, depending on the end-use requirement.

Bonding methods such as latex, thermal bonding, and hydrogen bonding are being optimized for specific product formats, allowing manufacturers to strike a balance between softness, strength, and production speed. Functional coatings and additive technologies are being integrated to provide oil resistance, printability, and custom tactile finishes—supporting their use in packaging, tableware, and filtration alongside traditional hygiene segments.

Which Application Areas and Regional Markets Are Driving Growth in Airlaid Textile Consumption?
The hygiene sector remains the largest application area for airlaid textiles, particularly in feminine hygiene products, adult care, and flushable wipes, where softness and fluid retention are critical. Medical textiles—including surgical drapes, wound care pads, and disposable gowns—are increasingly incorporating airlaid layers for absorption and comfort. Household and institutional cleaning products, industrial oil absorbents, and packaging liners represent growing use cases, especially in value-added or sustainable formats.

Europe and North America lead in both technology innovation and product diversification, driven by mature hygiene markets, high regulatory standards, and consumer preference for skin-friendly materials. Asia-Pacific is witnessing strong growth in consumption, led by rising hygiene awareness, urbanization, and the expansion of domestic nonwoven manufacturing. Latin America and the Middle East are emerging regions where product penetration is increasing via healthcare infrastructure development and retail hygiene product access.

How Are Sustainability Goals, Automation, and Customization Influencing Airlaid Textile Production Models?
Sustainability imperatives are transforming airlaid textile value chains, with manufacturers emphasizing biodegradable fiber sourcing, waterless bonding methods, and lifecycle assessments. Brands are increasingly demanding nonwoven materials that support recyclable, compostable, or flushable end products—driving the adoption of pulp-based and cellulose-rich airlaid substrates. Certification standards like FSC, EU Ecolabel, and ISO 14001 are playing a growing role in supplier qualification.

Automation and digitalization in airlaid production lines are enabling high-speed, low-waste manufacturing with tighter quality control. At the same time, demand for customized GSM (grams per square meter), embossing patterns, and fiber blends is leading to more flexible production configurations. OEM partnerships and private-label contracts are expanding as converters and brands seek tailor-made substrates for differentiated product development.

What Are the Factors Driving Growth in the Airlaid Textiles Market?
The airlaid textiles market is expanding steadily due to increasing demand for absorbent, sustainable, and skin-compatible nonwovens across hygiene, medical, and industrial sectors. Key growth drivers include fiber innovation, functional customization, environmentally compliant production, and the scaling of airlaid capacity in emerging economies. As consumer expectations evolve toward performance and responsibility, airlaid technologies are gaining relevance in both core and niche applications.

Looking ahead, the pace of market advancement will depend on how well airlaid textile platforms adapt to evolving product performance standards, circular economy principles, and global shifts in hygiene and health care consumption. As industries converge around comfort, convenience, and sustainability, could airlaid textiles become the foundational substrate for the next generation of smart, safe, and responsible nonwoven products?

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Airlaid Textiles market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Product Type (Latex-Bonded, Thermal-Bonded, Multi-Bonded); Application (Feminine Hygiene, Consumer Wipes, Adult Incontinence, Industrial Wipes, Food Pads, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 34 Featured) -

• ACI S.A.
• Ahlstrom-Munksjö
• ANDRITZ AG
• Berry Global Inc.
• C-airlaid
• Duni AB
• EAM Corporation (Domtar)
• Fitesa S.A.
• Freudenberg Group
• Georgia-Pacific LLC
• Glatfelter Corporation
• Hangzhou Senrun Nonwoven Technology Co., Ltd.
• Hollingsworth & Vose Company
• Jacob Holm & Sons AG
• Kinsei Seishi Co., Ltd.
• LAYO Group
• M&J Airlaid Products A/S
• Main S.p.A.
• McAirlaid`s Vliesstoffe GmbH
• National Nonwovens

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