Definition and Scope: Airlaid nonwoven fabric is a type of nonwoven material made from fluff pulp fibers that are airlaid and then bonded together using various methods such as thermal, mechanical, or chemical processes. This results in a fabric that is soft, absorbent, and highly durable, making it suitable for a wide range of applications including hygiene products, medical supplies, filtration, and packaging. Airlaid nonwoven fabric is known for its high liquid absorption capacity, excellent strength, and soft texture, making it a popular choice in industries where these properties are essential. The market for airlaid nonwoven fabric is experiencing steady growth due to several key market drivers. The increasing demand for hygiene products such as diapers, feminine hygiene products, and adult incontinence products is a major factor driving the market growth. Additionally, the growing awareness of the importance of sustainable and eco-friendly materials is leading to a higher adoption of airlaid nonwoven fabric, which is biodegradable and recyclable. Moreover, the expanding healthcare sector, particularly in developing countries, is creating a higher demand for medical supplies and disposable products, further fueling the market growth for airlaid nonwoven fabric. In addition to these drivers, technological advancements in manufacturing processes are also contributing to the growth of the market. Innovations in airlaid nonwoven fabric production techniques are leading to improved product quality, cost-effectiveness, and customization options, which are attracting a wider customer base across various industries. Furthermore, the versatility of airlaid nonwoven fabric, allowing it to be tailored to specific requirements such as thickness, absorbency, and strength, is driving its adoption in new applications and expanding its market potential. The global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric market size was estimated at USD 1110.44 million in 2024, exhibiting a CAGR of 2.10% during the forecast period. This report offers a comprehensive analysis of the global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric market, examining all key dimensions. It provides both a macro-level overview and micro-level market details, including market size, trends, competitive landscape, niche segments, growth drivers, and key challenges. Report Framework and Key Highlights: Market Dynamics: Identification of major market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges. Trend Analysis: Examination of ongoing and emerging trends impacting the market. Competitive Landscape: Detailed profiles and market positioning of major players, including market share, operational status, product offerings, and strategic developments. Strategic Analysis Tools: SWOT Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces Analysis, PEST Analysis, Value Chain Analysis Market Segmentation: By type, application, region, and end-user industry. Forecasting and Growth Projections: In-depth revenue forecasts and CAGR analysis through 2033. This report equips readers with critical insights to navigate competitive dynamics and develop effective strategies. Whether assessing a new market entry or refining existing strategies, the report serves as a valuable tool for: Industry players Investors Researchers Consultants Business strategists And all stakeholders with an interest or investment in the Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric market. Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market: Segmentation Analysis and Strategic Insights This section of the report provides an in-depth segmentation analysis of the global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric market. The market is segmented based on region (country), manufacturer, product type, and application. Segmentation enables a more precise understanding of market dynamics and facilitates targeted strategies across product development, marketing, and sales. By breaking the market into meaningful subsets, stakeholders can better tailor their offerings to the specific needs of each segment—enhancing competitiveness and improving return on investment. Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market: Market Segmentation Analysis The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments. Key Companies Profiled Glatfelter Georgia-Pacific McAirlaid's Vliesstoffe Duni AB EAM Corporation(Domtar) Fitesa Oji Kinocloth Kinsei Seishi M&J Airlaid Products Main S.p.A. C-airlaid ACI S.A. National Nonwovens China Silk (Shanghai) New Material Technology Qiaohong New Materials Ningbo Qixing Nonwoven Elite Paper Market Segmentation by Type Latex-bonded Type Thermal-bonded Type Multi-bonded Type Market Segmentation by Application Health Care Products Special Medical Supplies Industrial Wipes Other Geographic Segmentation North America: United States, Canada, Mexico Europe: Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia. Asia-Pacific: China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand South America: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia. Middle East and Africa (MEA): Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA Report Framework and Chapter Summary Chapter 1: Report Scope and Market Definition This chapter outlines the statistical boundaries and scope of the report. It defines the segmentation standards used throughout the study, including criteria for dividing the market by region, product type, application, and other relevant dimensions. It establishes the foundational definitions and classifications that guide the rest of the analysis. Chapter 2: Executive Summary This chapter presents a concise summary of the market’s current status and future outlook across different segments—by geography, product type, and application. It includes key metrics such as market size, growth trends, and development potential for each segment. The chapter offers a high-level overview of the Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market, highlighting its evolution over the short, medium, and long term. Chapter 3: Market Dynamics and Policy Environment This chapter explores the latest developments in the market, identifying key growth drivers, restraints, challenges, and risks faced by industry participants. It also includes an analysis of the policy and regulatory landscape affecting the market, providing insight into how external factors may shape future performance. Chapter 4: Competitive Landscape This chapter provides a detailed assessment of the market's competitive environment. It covers market share, production capacity, output, pricing trends, and strategic developments such as mergers, acquisitions, and expansion plans of leading players. This analysis offers a comprehensive view of the positioning and performance of top competitors. Chapters 5–10: Regional Market Analysis These chapters offer in-depth, quantitative evaluations of market size and growth potential across major regions and countries. Each chapter assesses regional consumption patterns, market dynamics, development prospects, and available capacity. The analysis helps readers understand geographical differences and opportunities in global markets. Chapter 11: Market Segmentation by Product Type This chapter examines the market based on product type, analyzing the size, growth trends, and potential of each segment. It helps stakeholders identify underexplored or high-potential product categories—often referred to as “blue ocean” opportunities. Chapter 12: Market Segmentation by Application This chapter analyzes the market based on application fields, providing insights into the scale and future development of each application segment. It supports readers in identifying high-growth areas across downstream markets. Chapter 13: Company Profiles This chapter presents comprehensive profiles of leading companies operating in the market. For each company, it details sales revenue, volume, pricing, gross profit margin, market share, product offerings, and recent strategic developments. This section offers valuable insight into corporate performance and strategy. Chapter 14: Industry Chain and Value Chain Analysis This chapter explores the full industry chain, from upstream raw material suppliers to downstream application sectors. It includes a value chain analysis that highlights the interconnections and dependencies across various parts of the ecosystem. Chapter 15: Key Findings and Conclusions The final chapter summarizes the main takeaways from the report, presenting the core conclusions, strategic recommendations, and implications for stakeholders. It encapsulates the insights drawn from all previous chapters. Table of Contents 1 Introduction to Research & Analysis Reports 1.1 Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Definition 1.2 Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Segments 1.2.1 Segment by Type 1.2.2 Segment by Application 2 Executive Summary 2.1 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size 2.2 Market Segmentation – by Type 2.3 Market Segmentation – by Application 2.4 Market Segmentation – by Geography 3 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints 3.1 Key Takeway 3.2 Market Opportunities & Trends 3.3 Market Drivers 3.4 Market Restraints 3.5 Market Major Factor Assessment 4 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Competitive Landscape 4.1 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales by Manufacturers (2020-2025) 4.2 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers (2020-2025) 4.3 Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3) 4.4 New Entrant and Capacity Expansion Plans 4.5 Mergers & Acquisitions 5 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market by Region 5.1 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Region 5.1.1 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Region 5.1.2 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size Market Share by Region 5.2 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales by Region 5.2.1 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales by Region 5.2.2 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales Market Share by Region 6 North America Market Overview 6.1 North America Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Country 6.1.1 USA Market Overview 6.1.2 Canada Market Overview 6.1.3 Mexico Market Overview 6.2 North America Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Type 6.3 North America Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Application 6.4 Top Players in North America Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market 7 Europe Market Overview 7.1 Europe Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Country 7.1.1 Germany Market Overview 7.1.2 France Market Overview 7.1.3 U.K. Market Overview 7.1.4 Italy Market Overview 7.1.5 Spain Market Overview 7.1.6 Sweden Market Overview 7.1.7 Denmark Market Overview 7.1.8 Netherlands Market Overview 7.1.9 Switzerland Market Overview 7.1.10 Belgium Market Overview 7.1.11 Russia Market Overview 7.2 Europe Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Type 7.3 Europe Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Application 7.4 Top Players in Europe Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market 8 Asia-Pacific Market Overview 8.1 Asia-Pacific Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Country 8.1.1 China Market Overview 8.1.2 Japan Market Overview 8.1.3 South Korea Market Overview 8.1.4 India Market Overview 8.1.5 Australia Market Overview 8.1.6 Indonesia Market Overview 8.1.7 Malaysia Market Overview 8.1.8 Philippines Market Overview 8.1.9 Singapore Market Overview 8.1.10 Thailand Market Overview 8.1.11 Rest of APAC Market Overview 8.2 Asia-Pacific Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Type 8.3 Asia-Pacific Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Application 8.4 Top Players in Asia-Pacific Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market 9 South America Market Overview 9.1 South America Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Country 9.1.1 Brazil Market Overview 9.1.2 Argentina Market Overview 9.1.3 Columbia Market Overview 9.2 South America Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Type 9.3 South America Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Application 9.4 Top Players in South America Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market 10 Middle East and Africa Market Overview 10.1 Middle East and Africa Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Country 10.1.1 Saudi Arabia Market Overview 10.1.2 UAE Market Overview 10.1.3 Egypt Market Overview 10.1.4 Nigeria Market Overview 10.1.5 South Africa Market Overview 10.2 Middle East and Africa Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Type 10.3 Middle East and Africa Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size by Application 10.4 Top Players in Middle East and Africa Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market 11 Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Segmentation by Type 11.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type) 11.2 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2033) 11.3 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size Market Share by Type (2020-2033) 11.4 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Price by Type (2020-2033) 12 Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Segmentation by Application 12.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application) 12.2 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Sales by Application (2020-2033) 12.3 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2033) 12.4 Global Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2033) 13 Company Profiles 13.1 Glatfelter 13.1.1 Glatfelter Company Overview 13.1.2 Glatfelter Business Overview 13.1.3 Glatfelter Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.1.4 Glatfelter Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.1.5 Key News 13.2 Georgia-Pacific 13.2.1 Georgia-Pacific Company Overview 13.2.2 Georgia-Pacific Business Overview 13.2.3 Georgia-Pacific Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.2.4 Georgia-Pacific Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.2.5 Key News 13.3 McAirlaid's Vliesstoffe 13.3.1 McAirlaid's Vliesstoffe Company Overview 13.3.2 McAirlaid's Vliesstoffe Business Overview 13.3.3 McAirlaid's Vliesstoffe Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.3.4 McAirlaid's Vliesstoffe Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.3.5 Key News 13.4 Duni AB 13.4.1 Duni AB Company Overview 13.4.2 Duni AB Business Overview 13.4.3 Duni AB Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.4.4 Duni AB Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.4.5 Key News 13.5 EAM Corporation(Domtar) 13.5.1 EAM Corporation(Domtar) Company Overview 13.5.2 EAM Corporation(Domtar) Business Overview 13.5.3 EAM Corporation(Domtar) Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.5.4 EAM Corporation(Domtar) Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.5.5 Key News 13.6 Fitesa 13.6.1 Fitesa Company Overview 13.6.2 Fitesa Business Overview 13.6.3 Fitesa Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.6.4 Fitesa Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.6.5 Key News 13.7 Oji Kinocloth 13.7.1 Oji Kinocloth Company Overview 13.7.2 Oji Kinocloth Business Overview 13.7.3 Oji Kinocloth Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.7.4 Oji Kinocloth Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.7.5 Key News 13.8 Kinsei Seishi 13.8.1 Kinsei Seishi Company Overview 13.8.2 Kinsei Seishi Business Overview 13.8.3 Kinsei Seishi Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.8.4 Kinsei Seishi Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.8.5 Key News 13.9 MandJ Airlaid Products 13.9.1 MandJ Airlaid Products Company Overview 13.9.2 MandJ Airlaid Products Business Overview 13.9.3 MandJ Airlaid Products Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.9.4 MandJ Airlaid Products Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.9.5 Key News 13.10 Main S.p.A. 13.10.1 Main S.p.A. Company Overview 13.10.2 Main S.p.A. Business Overview 13.10.3 Main S.p.A. Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.10.4 Main S.p.A. Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.10.5 Key News 13.11 C-airlaid 13.11.1 C-airlaid Company Overview 13.11.2 C-airlaid Business Overview 13.11.3 C-airlaid Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.11.4 C-airlaid Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.11.5 Key News 13.12 ACI S.A. 13.12.1 ACI S.A. Company Overview 13.12.2 ACI S.A. Business Overview 13.12.3 ACI S.A. Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.12.4 ACI S.A. Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.12.5 Key News 13.13 National Nonwovens 13.13.1 National Nonwovens Company Overview 13.13.2 National Nonwovens Business Overview 13.13.3 National Nonwovens Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.13.4 National Nonwovens Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.13.5 Key News 13.14 China Silk (Shanghai) New Material Technology 13.14.1 China Silk (Shanghai) New Material Technology Company Overview 13.14.2 China Silk (Shanghai) New Material Technology Business Overview 13.14.3 China Silk (Shanghai) New Material Technology Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.14.4 China Silk (Shanghai) New Material Technology Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.14.5 Key News 13.15 Qiaohong New Materials 13.15.1 Qiaohong New Materials Company Overview 13.15.2 Qiaohong New Materials Business Overview 13.15.3 Qiaohong New Materials Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.15.4 Qiaohong New Materials Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.15.5 Key News 13.16 Ningbo Qixing Nonwoven 13.16.1 Ningbo Qixing Nonwoven Company Overview 13.16.2 Ningbo Qixing Nonwoven Business Overview 13.16.3 Ningbo Qixing Nonwoven Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.16.4 Ningbo Qixing Nonwoven Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.16.5 Key News 13.17 Elite Paper 13.17.1 Elite Paper Company Overview 13.17.2 Elite Paper Business Overview 13.17.3 Elite Paper Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Major Product Offerings 13.17.4 Elite Paper Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Sales and Revenue fromAirlaid Nonwoven Fabric (2020-2025) 13.17.5 Key News 14 Key Market Trends, Opportunity, Drivers and Restraints 14.1 Key Takeway 14.2 Market Opportunities & Trends 14.3 Market Drivers 14.4 Market Restraints 14.5 Market Major Factor Assessment 14.6 Porter's Five Forces Analysis of Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market 14.7 PEST Analysis of Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Market 15 Analysis of the Airlaid Nonwoven Fabric Industry Chain 15.1 Overview of the Industry Chain 15.2 Upstream Segment Analysis 15.3 Midstream Segment Analysis 15.3.1 Manufacturing, Processing or Conversion Process Analysis 15.3.2 Key Technology Analysis 15.4 Downstream Segment Analysis 15.4.1 Downstream Customer List and Contact Details 15.4.2 Customer Concerns or Preference Analysis 16 Conclusion 17 Appendix 17.1 Methodology 17.2 Research Process and Data Source 17.3 Disclaimer 17.4 Note 17.5 Examples of Clients 17.6 DisclaimerResearch Methodology The research methodology employed in this study follows a structured, four-stage process designed to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and relevance of all data and insights presented. The process begins with Information Procurement, wherein data is collected from a wide range of primary and secondary sources. This is followed by Information Analysis, during which the collected data is systematically mapped, discrepancies across sources are examined, and consistency is established through cross-validation.
Subsequently, the Market Formulation phase involves placing verified data points into an appropriate market context to generate meaningful conclusions. This step integrates analyst interpretation and expert heuristics to refine findings and ensure applicability. Finally, all conclusions undergo a rigorous Validation and Publishing process, where each data point is re-evaluated before inclusion in the final deliverable. The methodology emphasizes bidirectional flow and reversibility between key stages to maintain flexibility and reinforce the integrity of the analysis.
Research Process The market research process follows a structured and iterative methodology designed to ensure accuracy, depth, and reliability. It begins with scope definition and research design, where the research objectives are clearly outlined based on client requirements, emerging market trends, and initial exploratory insights. This phase provides strategic direction for all subsequent stages of the research. Data collection is then conducted through both secondary and primary research. Secondary research involves analyzing publicly available and paid sources such as company filings, industry journals, and government databases to build foundational knowledge. This is followed by primary research, which includes direct interviews and surveys with key industry stakeholders—such as manufacturers, distributors, and end users—to gather firsthand insights and address data gaps identified earlier. Techniques included CATI (Computer-Assisted Telephonic Interviewing), CAWI (Computer-Assisted Web Interviewing), CAVI (Computer-Assisted Video Interviewing via platforms like Zoom and WebEx), and CASI (Computer-Assisted Self Interviewing via email or LinkedIn).