Global Textile Softening Agent Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031
Description
According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Textile Softening Agent market size was valued at US$ 3992 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 5808 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 5.6% during review period.
In this report, we will assess the current U.S. tariff framework alongside international policy adaptations, analyzing their effects on competitive market structures, regional economic dynamics, and supply chain resilience.
A textile softening agent, also known as a fabric softener, is a chemical substance used in the textile industry to improve the softness, feel, and overall comfort of fabrics. It is typically applied during the textile finishing process, after the fabric has been woven or knitted.
Textile softening agents are designed to modify the surface properties of fibers, making them smoother, more flexible, and less stiff. This helps to reduce friction between fibers, leading to improved fabric drape, reduced creasing, and increased comfort against the skin.
The global textile softening agent market refers to the overall market for chemicals and products used to soften textiles. It includes various types of softening agents, such as cationic softeners, silicone-based softeners, and fatty acid-based softeners, among others.
The size and growth of the global textile softening agent market can be influenced by factors such as the demand for soft, comfortable textiles, advancements in textile manufacturing processes, and changing consumer preferences. Market trends, including the increasing popularity of eco-friendly and sustainable softening agents, also impact the market.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Textile Softening Agent market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Textile Softening Agent market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Textile Softening Agent market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Textile Softening Agent market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Textile Softening Agent market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Textile Softening Agent
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Textile Softening Agent market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Huntsman Corporation, Wacker Chemie AG, The Dow Chemical Company, Archroma, Evonik Industries, Dupont, Solvay SA, Tanatex Chemicals B.V, BASF SE, Lubrizol Corporation, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Textile Softening Agent market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Cationic Softeners
Nonionic Softeners
Silicone Softeners
Hydrophilic Softeners
Amino Functional Softeners
Others
Market segment by Application
Textile Manufacturing
Apparel Industry
Home Textiles
Technical Textiles
Laundry and Fabric Care
Others
Major players covered
Huntsman Corporation
Wacker Chemie AG
The Dow Chemical Company
Archroma
Evonik Industries
Dupont
Solvay SA
Tanatex Chemicals B.V
BASF SE
Lubrizol Corporation
Kao Corporation
Klüber Lubrication
Zschimmer & Schwarz
NICCA Chemical
Matex Eco Solutions
Pulcra Chemicals
Rudolf Group
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Textile Softening Agent product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Textile Softening Agent, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Textile Softening Agent from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Textile Softening Agent competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Textile Softening Agent breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Textile Softening Agent market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Textile Softening Agent.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Textile Softening Agent sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
In this report, we will assess the current U.S. tariff framework alongside international policy adaptations, analyzing their effects on competitive market structures, regional economic dynamics, and supply chain resilience.
A textile softening agent, also known as a fabric softener, is a chemical substance used in the textile industry to improve the softness, feel, and overall comfort of fabrics. It is typically applied during the textile finishing process, after the fabric has been woven or knitted.
Textile softening agents are designed to modify the surface properties of fibers, making them smoother, more flexible, and less stiff. This helps to reduce friction between fibers, leading to improved fabric drape, reduced creasing, and increased comfort against the skin.
The global textile softening agent market refers to the overall market for chemicals and products used to soften textiles. It includes various types of softening agents, such as cationic softeners, silicone-based softeners, and fatty acid-based softeners, among others.
The size and growth of the global textile softening agent market can be influenced by factors such as the demand for soft, comfortable textiles, advancements in textile manufacturing processes, and changing consumer preferences. Market trends, including the increasing popularity of eco-friendly and sustainable softening agents, also impact the market.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Textile Softening Agent market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Textile Softening Agent market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Textile Softening Agent market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Textile Softening Agent market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031
Global Textile Softening Agent market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Kiloton), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Textile Softening Agent
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Textile Softening Agent market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Huntsman Corporation, Wacker Chemie AG, The Dow Chemical Company, Archroma, Evonik Industries, Dupont, Solvay SA, Tanatex Chemicals B.V, BASF SE, Lubrizol Corporation, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Textile Softening Agent market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Cationic Softeners
Nonionic Softeners
Silicone Softeners
Hydrophilic Softeners
Amino Functional Softeners
Others
Market segment by Application
Textile Manufacturing
Apparel Industry
Home Textiles
Technical Textiles
Laundry and Fabric Care
Others
Major players covered
Huntsman Corporation
Wacker Chemie AG
The Dow Chemical Company
Archroma
Evonik Industries
Dupont
Solvay SA
Tanatex Chemicals B.V
BASF SE
Lubrizol Corporation
Kao Corporation
Klüber Lubrication
Zschimmer & Schwarz
NICCA Chemical
Matex Eco Solutions
Pulcra Chemicals
Rudolf Group
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Textile Softening Agent product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Textile Softening Agent, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Textile Softening Agent from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Textile Softening Agent competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Textile Softening Agent breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Textile Softening Agent market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Textile Softening Agent.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Textile Softening Agent sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Table of Contents
145 Pages
- 1 Market Overview
- 2 Manufacturers Profiles
- 3 Competitive Environment: Textile Softening Agent by Manufacturer
- 4 Consumption Analysis by Region
- 5 Market Segment by Type
- 6 Market Segment by Application
- 7 North America
- 8 Europe
- 9 Asia-Pacific
- 10 South America
- 11 Middle East & Africa
- 12 Market Dynamics
- 13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
- 14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
- 15 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 16 Appendix
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