Global Carbon Fiber Recycling Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global Carbon Fiber Recycling market size is expected to reach $ 316 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 13.4% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
Carbon fiber recycling is the process of reclaiming carbon fibers from end-of-life products, manufacturing waste, or damaged materials for reuse in various applications. Carbon fiber is a strong, lightweight material commonly used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sports equipment due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. However, producing carbon fiber is energy-intensive and costly, making recycling an attractive option for reducing waste and conserving resources. The recycling process typically involves methods such as pyrolysis, chemical processing, or mechanical shredding to recover fibers while maintaining their properties. Recycled carbon fiber is increasingly used in applications where slightly lower performance is acceptable, such as in non-structural automotive components, electronics casings, and consumer goods, helping to reduce the environmental impact and cost of carbon fiber production.
Global core carbon fiber recycling players include Gen 2 Carbon, Hadeg Recycling, Karborek Recycling Carbon Fibres etc. The top 2 companies hold a share about 28%. Europe is the largest market, with a share about 48%, followed by North America with the share about 29%. In terms of product, chopped carbon fiber recycling is the largest segment, with a share over 76%. And in terms of application, the largest application is automobiles, followed by sporting goods.
The global carbon fiber recycling market is gaining momentum as industries seek sustainable alternatives to manage the growing waste from carbon fiber products and manufacturing processes. Carbon fiber's use in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and wind energy has surged due to its lightweight and high-strength properties. However, the high cost and energy-intensive production of virgin carbon fiber, coupled with the increasing focus on reducing environmental footprints, are driving the demand for recycling solutions. Recycled carbon fiber offers a cost-effective alternative with significant environmental benefits, as it requires up to 90% less energy to produce compared to virgin carbon fiber. The aerospace and automotive sectors, in particular, are leading this trend as they look for ways to incorporate recycled materials into non-structural components to reduce material costs and enhance sustainability.
Technological advancements in carbon fiber recycling methods, such as pyrolysis and solvolysis, are making it possible to recover high-quality fibers without significant degradation of properties. Europe and North America are at the forefront of this market, driven by strict environmental regulations, sustainability goals, and innovation in recycling technologies. In addition, the Asia-Pacific region is emerging as a key player, fueled by the rapid expansion of the automotive and wind energy sectors. The wind energy industry is especially notable, as decommissioned wind turbine blades, made of carbon fiber composites, present a major recycling challenge. As industries increasingly prioritize circular economies and resource efficiency, the global carbon fiber recycling market is expected to see strong growth, with new applications and expanded infrastructure driving further demand.
This report studies the global Carbon Fiber Recycling demand, key companies, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Carbon Fiber Recycling, and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of Carbon Fiber Recycling that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling total market, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling total market by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
U.S. VS China: Carbon Fiber Recycling total market, key domestic companies, and share, (USD Million)
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling revenue by player, revenue and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million)
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling total market by Type, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling total market by Application, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
This report profiles major players in the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market based on the following parameters - company overview, revenue, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Carbon Conversions, Gen 2 Carbon, Karborek Recycling Carbon Fibres, Mitsubishi Chemical, JCMA, Carbon Fiber Remanufacturing, Adherent Technologies, Hadeg Recycling, Procotex, CFRI, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the world Carbon Fiber Recycling market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), by player, by regions, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling Market, Segmentation by Type:
Chopped Carbon Fiber Recycling
Milled Carbon Fiber Recycling
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling Market, Segmentation by Application:
Automobiles
Sporting Goods
Aerospace
Industrial
Others
Companies Profiled:
Carbon Conversions
Gen 2 Carbon
Karborek Recycling Carbon Fibres
Mitsubishi Chemical
JCMA
Carbon Fiber Remanufacturing
Adherent Technologies
Hadeg Recycling
Procotex
CFRI
Sigmatex
Shocker Composites
Veolia
Key Questions Answered
1. How big is the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
2. What is the demand of the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
4. What is the total value of the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
5. Who are the Major Players in the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Carbon fiber recycling is the process of reclaiming carbon fibers from end-of-life products, manufacturing waste, or damaged materials for reuse in various applications. Carbon fiber is a strong, lightweight material commonly used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, wind energy, and sports equipment due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. However, producing carbon fiber is energy-intensive and costly, making recycling an attractive option for reducing waste and conserving resources. The recycling process typically involves methods such as pyrolysis, chemical processing, or mechanical shredding to recover fibers while maintaining their properties. Recycled carbon fiber is increasingly used in applications where slightly lower performance is acceptable, such as in non-structural automotive components, electronics casings, and consumer goods, helping to reduce the environmental impact and cost of carbon fiber production.
Global core carbon fiber recycling players include Gen 2 Carbon, Hadeg Recycling, Karborek Recycling Carbon Fibres etc. The top 2 companies hold a share about 28%. Europe is the largest market, with a share about 48%, followed by North America with the share about 29%. In terms of product, chopped carbon fiber recycling is the largest segment, with a share over 76%. And in terms of application, the largest application is automobiles, followed by sporting goods.
The global carbon fiber recycling market is gaining momentum as industries seek sustainable alternatives to manage the growing waste from carbon fiber products and manufacturing processes. Carbon fiber's use in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and wind energy has surged due to its lightweight and high-strength properties. However, the high cost and energy-intensive production of virgin carbon fiber, coupled with the increasing focus on reducing environmental footprints, are driving the demand for recycling solutions. Recycled carbon fiber offers a cost-effective alternative with significant environmental benefits, as it requires up to 90% less energy to produce compared to virgin carbon fiber. The aerospace and automotive sectors, in particular, are leading this trend as they look for ways to incorporate recycled materials into non-structural components to reduce material costs and enhance sustainability.
Technological advancements in carbon fiber recycling methods, such as pyrolysis and solvolysis, are making it possible to recover high-quality fibers without significant degradation of properties. Europe and North America are at the forefront of this market, driven by strict environmental regulations, sustainability goals, and innovation in recycling technologies. In addition, the Asia-Pacific region is emerging as a key player, fueled by the rapid expansion of the automotive and wind energy sectors. The wind energy industry is especially notable, as decommissioned wind turbine blades, made of carbon fiber composites, present a major recycling challenge. As industries increasingly prioritize circular economies and resource efficiency, the global carbon fiber recycling market is expected to see strong growth, with new applications and expanded infrastructure driving further demand.
This report studies the global Carbon Fiber Recycling demand, key companies, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Carbon Fiber Recycling, and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of Carbon Fiber Recycling that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling total market, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling total market by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
U.S. VS China: Carbon Fiber Recycling total market, key domestic companies, and share, (USD Million)
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling revenue by player, revenue and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million)
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling total market by Type, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling total market by Application, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
This report profiles major players in the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market based on the following parameters - company overview, revenue, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Carbon Conversions, Gen 2 Carbon, Karborek Recycling Carbon Fibres, Mitsubishi Chemical, JCMA, Carbon Fiber Remanufacturing, Adherent Technologies, Hadeg Recycling, Procotex, CFRI, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the world Carbon Fiber Recycling market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), by player, by regions, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling Market, Segmentation by Type:
Chopped Carbon Fiber Recycling
Milled Carbon Fiber Recycling
Global Carbon Fiber Recycling Market, Segmentation by Application:
Automobiles
Sporting Goods
Aerospace
Industrial
Others
Companies Profiled:
Carbon Conversions
Gen 2 Carbon
Karborek Recycling Carbon Fibres
Mitsubishi Chemical
JCMA
Carbon Fiber Remanufacturing
Adherent Technologies
Hadeg Recycling
Procotex
CFRI
Sigmatex
Shocker Composites
Veolia
Key Questions Answered
1. How big is the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
2. What is the demand of the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
4. What is the total value of the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
5. Who are the Major Players in the global Carbon Fiber Recycling market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
119 Pages
- 1 Supply Summary
- 2 Demand Summary
- 3 World Carbon Fiber Recycling Companies Competitive Analysis
- 4 United States VS China VS Rest of World (by Headquarter Location)
- 5 Market Analysis by Type
- 6 Market Analysis by Application
- 7 Company Profiles
- 8 Industry Chain Analysis
- 9 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 10 Appendix
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