Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market size is expected to reach $ 3208 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 8.0% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
Thermoplastic carbon fiber composites are advanced lightweight materials made by reinforcing thermoplastic polymer matrices (such as polyether ether ketonePEEK, polyetherimidePEI, or polyphenylene sulfidePPS) with continuous or short carbon fibers. These composites combine the superior mechanical strength, stiffness, and fatigue resistance of carbon fibers with the recyclability, impact toughness, and rapid processing capability of thermoplastics. Unlike thermoset composites, thermoplastic carbon fiber composites can be re-melted and reshaped, enabling faster cycle times, welding/joining without adhesives, and easier repair. Key applications include aerospace, automotive, industrial equipment, sports and leisure goods, and increasingly, renewable energy structures.
In 2024, the global production of thermoplastic carbon fiber composites exceeded 30,000 tons, with an ex-factory average price of approximately 57 USD per kilogram.
North America represents one of the largest markets, driven by aerospace and defense demand as well as electric vehicle adoption. Aircraft manufacturers increasingly specify thermoplastic composites for interior components, brackets, clips, and even primary structures due to their lightweight and flame-resistance properties. In the automotive sector, U.S. and Canadian OEMs are integrating these materials into EV battery enclosures, structural reinforcements, and lightweight body panels to improve range efficiency. A strong base of composite manufacturers, technology developers, and government-funded R&D programs further supports market growth.Europe is a leading region for thermoplastic carbon fiber composites, supported by stringent environmental regulations, lightweighting initiatives, and a mature aerospace and automotive ecosystem. German carmakers and Tier-1 suppliers are investing heavily in continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic parts for high-volume applications such as seat structures, underbody shields, and crash-resistant components. Airbus and European aerospace suppliers adopt thermoplastic composites for both primary and secondary structures to reduce assembly costs through weldability. Moreover, sustainability goals and the EU’s circular economy policies accelerate adoption due to recyclability advantages over thermoset systems.Asia–Pacific is emerging as the fastest-growing region. China and Japan are scaling production capacity in both carbon fiber and thermoplastic resins, aiming for greater self-sufficiency and cost competitiveness. In Japan, automotive OEMs and electronics companies use thermoplastic composites for lightweight housings, structural parts, and high-performance sports equipment. South Korea is active in aerospace and defense applications, while China is expanding use in rail transport, wind turbine blades, drones, and industrial machinery. The region also benefits from lower raw material and processing costs, enabling wider adoption in cost-sensitive industries.
This report studies the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites 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 Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites total production and demand, 2021-2032, (Tons)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Tons), (based on production site)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (Tons)
U.S. VS China: Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (Tons)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Tons)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production by End Use, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Tons)
This report profiles key players in the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Toray, Mitsubishi Chemical, Teijin, Hexcel, Syensqo, SGL Carbon, SABIC, Saertex, Ensinger, DowAksa, 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 Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (Tons) and average price (US$/Kg) by manufacturer, by Type, and by End Use. 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 Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites Market, Segmentation by Type:
Short Fiber Composites
Long Fiber Composites
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites Market, Segmentation by End Use:
Automobile
Aerospace
Medical Equipment
Sports Equipment
Others
Companies Profiled:
Toray
Mitsubishi Chemical
Teijin
Hexcel
Syensqo
SGL Carbon
SABIC
Saertex
Ensinger
DowAksa
CompLam Material
Zhongfu Shenying
Sinofibers Technology
AVIC Composite
Weihai Guangwei Composites
Jiangsu Hengshen
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
2. What is the demand of the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Thermoplastic carbon fiber composites are advanced lightweight materials made by reinforcing thermoplastic polymer matrices (such as polyether ether ketonePEEK, polyetherimidePEI, or polyphenylene sulfidePPS) with continuous or short carbon fibers. These composites combine the superior mechanical strength, stiffness, and fatigue resistance of carbon fibers with the recyclability, impact toughness, and rapid processing capability of thermoplastics. Unlike thermoset composites, thermoplastic carbon fiber composites can be re-melted and reshaped, enabling faster cycle times, welding/joining without adhesives, and easier repair. Key applications include aerospace, automotive, industrial equipment, sports and leisure goods, and increasingly, renewable energy structures.
In 2024, the global production of thermoplastic carbon fiber composites exceeded 30,000 tons, with an ex-factory average price of approximately 57 USD per kilogram.
North America represents one of the largest markets, driven by aerospace and defense demand as well as electric vehicle adoption. Aircraft manufacturers increasingly specify thermoplastic composites for interior components, brackets, clips, and even primary structures due to their lightweight and flame-resistance properties. In the automotive sector, U.S. and Canadian OEMs are integrating these materials into EV battery enclosures, structural reinforcements, and lightweight body panels to improve range efficiency. A strong base of composite manufacturers, technology developers, and government-funded R&D programs further supports market growth.Europe is a leading region for thermoplastic carbon fiber composites, supported by stringent environmental regulations, lightweighting initiatives, and a mature aerospace and automotive ecosystem. German carmakers and Tier-1 suppliers are investing heavily in continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic parts for high-volume applications such as seat structures, underbody shields, and crash-resistant components. Airbus and European aerospace suppliers adopt thermoplastic composites for both primary and secondary structures to reduce assembly costs through weldability. Moreover, sustainability goals and the EU’s circular economy policies accelerate adoption due to recyclability advantages over thermoset systems.Asia–Pacific is emerging as the fastest-growing region. China and Japan are scaling production capacity in both carbon fiber and thermoplastic resins, aiming for greater self-sufficiency and cost competitiveness. In Japan, automotive OEMs and electronics companies use thermoplastic composites for lightweight housings, structural parts, and high-performance sports equipment. South Korea is active in aerospace and defense applications, while China is expanding use in rail transport, wind turbine blades, drones, and industrial machinery. The region also benefits from lower raw material and processing costs, enabling wider adoption in cost-sensitive industries.
This report studies the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites 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 Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites total production and demand, 2021-2032, (Tons)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Tons), (based on production site)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (Tons)
U.S. VS China: Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (Tons)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Tons)
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites production by End Use, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Tons)
This report profiles key players in the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Toray, Mitsubishi Chemical, Teijin, Hexcel, Syensqo, SGL Carbon, SABIC, Saertex, Ensinger, DowAksa, 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 Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (Tons) and average price (US$/Kg) by manufacturer, by Type, and by End Use. 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 Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites Market, Segmentation by Type:
Short Fiber Composites
Long Fiber Composites
Global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites Market, Segmentation by End Use:
Automobile
Aerospace
Medical Equipment
Sports Equipment
Others
Companies Profiled:
Toray
Mitsubishi Chemical
Teijin
Hexcel
Syensqo
SGL Carbon
SABIC
Saertex
Ensinger
DowAksa
CompLam Material
Zhongfu Shenying
Sinofibers Technology
AVIC Composite
Weihai Guangwei Composites
Jiangsu Hengshen
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
2. What is the demand of the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Composites market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
155 Pages
- 1 Supply Summary
- 2 Demand Summary
- 3 World Manufacturers Competitive Analysis
- 4 United States VS China VS Rest of the World
- 5 Market Analysis by Type
- 6 Market Analysis by End Use
- 7 Company Profiles
- 8 Industry Chain Analysis
- 9 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 10 Appendix
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