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U.S. Armor Materials Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report By Type (Metal & Alloys, Ceramics, Composites, Para-aramid Fibers, Fiberglass, Others), By Application – Market Forecast, 2025–2034

Publisher Polaris Market Research & Consulting LLP
Published Oct 01, 2025
SKU # PLRS20566092

Description

The U.S. armor materials market size is expected to reach USD 8.93 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “U.S. Armor Materials Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report By Type (Metal & Alloys, Ceramics, Composites, Para-aramid Fibers, Fiberglass, Others), By Application – Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

The U.S. armor materials market focuses on the provision of materials that are used to armor against ballistic impacts, puncturing, and explosive assault. These unique materials find application in lightweight body armor systems used by soldiers, as well as protective armor on armored vehicles, aircraft, and ships. The market also caters to military, defense, law enforcement, and civilian security needs by providing protective equipment and systems to safeguard personnel, critical assets, and facilities.

The constant need for improved safety and security drives the industry expansion. Characterized by rapid development and innovation in the materials science domain, the market seeks advances in lightweight, yet highly functional, protective materials. Government spending and regulations have a profound impact on the market, and standards set by regulatory bodies positively influence the demand for certain materials. With the evolution of new threats, the development of next-generation armor that can withstand more advanced weapons and concomitant environmental conditions is a key challenge for companies within the industry.

U.S. Armor Materials Market Report Highlights:

By type, the metals and alloys segment held the largest share of the market in 2024. This is due to their long-standing use and proven effectiveness in heavy-duty applications, particularly for large military vehicles and naval vessels, where their strength and durability are highly valued.

By application, the vehicle armor segment held the largest share of the market in 2024. This is driven by the consistent and high demand from the military for armored vehicles, which require a substantial amount of material for protection.

A few key players in the market include DuPont de Nemours, Inc.; Honeywell International Inc.; 3M Company; Teijin Limited; Morgan Advanced Materials PLC; Saint-Gobain S.A.; ATI, Inc.; and Avient Corporation.

Polaris Market Research has segmented the U.S. armor materials market report based on type and application:

By Type Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)

Metal & Alloys

Ceramics

Composites

Para-aramid Fibers

Fiberglass

Others

By Application Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)

Vehicle Armor

Aerospace Armor

Body Armor

Civil Armor

Marine Armor

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
1.1. Report Description
1.1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.1.2. Market Scope
1.1.3. Assumptions
1.2. Stakeholders
2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Highlights
3. Research Methodology
3.1. Overview
3.1.1. Data Mining
3.2. Data Sources
3.2.1. Primary Sources
3.2.2. Secondary Sources
4. U.S. Armor Materials Market Insights
4.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market – Market Snapshot
4.2. U.S. Armor Materials Market Dynamics
4.2.1. Drivers and Opportunities
4.2.1.1. Rising Defense Spending and Modernization
4.2.1.2. Increased Homeland Security Needs
4.2.2. Restraints and Challenges
4.2.2.1. Lengthy, stringent procurement and certification cycles
4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers (Moderate)
4.3.2. Threats of New Entrants: (Low)
4.3.3. Bargaining Power of Buyers (Moderate)
4.3.4. Threat of Substitute (Moderate)
4.3.5. Rivalry among existing firms (High)
4.4. PESTEL Analysis
4.5. U.S. Armor Materials Market Trends
4.6. Value Chain Analysis
4.7. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
5. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Type
5.1. Key Findings
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Type, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
5.3. Metal & Alloys
5.3.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Metal & Alloys, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
5.4. Ceramics
5.4.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Ceramics, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
5.5. Composites
5.5.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Composites, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
5.6. Para-aramid Fibers
5.6.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Para-aramid Fibers, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
5.7. Fiberglass
5.7.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Fiberglass, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
5.8. Others
5.8.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Others, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
6. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Application
6.1. Key Findings
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Application, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
6.3. Vehicle Armor
6.3.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Vehicle Armor, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
6.4. Aerospace Armor
6.4.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Aerospace Armor, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
6.5. Body Armor
6.5.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Body Armor, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
6.6. Civil Armor
6.6.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Civil Armor, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
6.7. Marine Armor
6.7.1. U.S. Armor Materials Market, by Marine Armor, by Region, 2020–2034 (USD Billion)
7. Competitive Landscape
7.1. Expansion and Acquisition Analysis
7.1.1. Expansion
7.1.2. Acquisitions
7.2. Partnerships/Collaborations/Agreements/Exhibitions
8. Company Profiles
8.1. 3M Company
8.1.1. Company Overview
8.1.2. Financial Performance
8.1.3. Product Benchmarking
8.1.4. Recent Development
8.2. ATI, Inc.
8.2.1. Company Overview
8.2.2. Financial Performance
8.2.3. Product Benchmarking
8.2.4. Recent Development
8.3. Avient Corporation
8.3.1. Company Overview
8.3.2. Financial Performance
8.3.3. Product Benchmarking
8.3.4. Recent Development
8.4. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
8.4.1. Company Overview
8.4.2. Financial Performance
8.4.3. Product Benchmarking
8.4.4. Recent Development
8.5. Honeywell International Inc.
8.5.1. Company Overview
8.5.2. Financial Performance
8.5.3. Product Benchmarking
8.5.4. Recent Development
8.6. Morgan Advanced Materials PLC
8.6.1. Company Overview
8.6.2. Financial Performance
8.6.3. Product Benchmarking
8.6.4. Recent Development
8.7. Saint-Gobain S.A.
8.7.1. Company Overview
8.7.2. Financial Performance
8.7.3. Product Benchmarking
8.7.4. Recent Development
8.8. Teijin Limited
8.8.1. Company Overview
8.8.2. Financial Performance
8.8.3. Product Benchmarking
8.8.4. Recent Development

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