Protective Textiles Market To Reach USD 9.87 Billion By 2032 Demand Driven By Rising Industrial Safety Standards, Military Applications, And Technological Advancements

(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) The global protective textiles market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing concerns around worker safety, growing defense expenditures, and stricter government regulations for industrial PPE.

Austin, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Protective Textiles Market was valued at USD 7.56 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 9.87 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 3.39% between 2025 and 2032.

The worldwide protective textiles market is expanding steadily, driven by the increasing demand for workplace safety, as well as growing demand from the defense and military sector, and fruitful advancements in textile technologies. With industrialization taking place in both developed and developing economies, the onus on employers to comply with strict safety regulations to reduce occupational hazards is on the rise. As such, it has led the way for high-performance protective clothing for the construction, mining, manufacturing, and chemicals sectors. Furthermore, the expansion in global defense spending due to growing geopolitical tensions is driving advancements in combat attire and body armor.

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The U.S. protective textiles market size was USD 1.36 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 1.80 billion by 2032 and grow at a CAGR of 4.20% over the forecast period of 2025-2032. It is due to its well-established industrial base, strong defense sector, and stringent occupational safety regulations. Key industries where specialized protective clothing is used to protect workers against physical, chemical, and thermal stimuli include construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals, which are all unique to the country. In addition, the USA Department of Defense continually invests in state-of-the-art personal protective equipment for soldiers, such as flame-resistant uniforms, bulletproof armor, and chemical-resistant uniforms.

Key Players:

• DuPont
• 3M
• Honeywell International Inc.
• Teijin Limited
• TenCate Protective Fabrics
• Milliken & Company
• Lakeland Industries, Inc.
• W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
• Glen Raven, Inc.
• Ansell Limited

Protective Textiles Market Report Scope:

Report Attributes	Details
Market Size in 202 4	USD 7.56 Billion
Market Size by 2032	USD 9.87 Billion
CAGR	CAGR of 3.39% From 2025 to 2032
Base Year	2024
Forecast Period	2025-2032
Historical Data	2021-2023
Report Scope & Coverage	Market Size, Segments Analysis, Competitive Landscape, Regional Analysis, DROC & SWOT Analysis, Forecast Outlook
Key Drivers	. Stringent Workplace Safety Regulations and Industrial Expansion Drive the Market Growth.

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By Application

In 2024, ballistic protective textiles contributed the maximum market share of 26% owing of their significant applications in defense, law enforcement, and security. These materials are specifically designed to protect from bullets, shrapnel, and various high kinetic energy projectiles, making them suitable for incorporation into body armor, helmets, and other types of tactical equipment. Globally, the rising emphasis on national security, counterterrorism operations, and military forces modernization is driving the need for ballistic protection solutions. The U.S., China, and India, which already allot hefty percentages of their GDP to defense spending, are pouring vast sums into lightweight, high-strength ballistic fabrics made with aramid fibers like Kevlar and ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE). This segment is also witnessing an upsurge in market growth owing to increasing internal security concerns and increasing demand for police and paramilitary forces' protective equipment.

Regional Analysis

In 2024, Europe accounted for the largest market share in the protective textiles market primarily due to the strong regulatory framework, better manufacturing capabilities as compared to other major countries, and rising demand from defense, industrial, and firefighting sectors. As the European Union has some of the highest safety and environmental standards in the world, industries have been driven to implement reliable quality protective wear clothing to comply with the law and protect health and safety. Germany, France, and UK have good industrial bases and are leading producers of technical textiles including protective gears. Moreover, massive allocation of funds for the modernization of decorations and emergency relief infrastructure has further propelled the growth of ballistic, flame-retardant, and chemical protective textiles. European preference for sustainable and innovation-driven protective textiles has also transformed the phenomenon to produce sustainable multi-purpose protective fabrics, achieving substantial dominance over the rest of the world markets.

Recent Developments

• In March 2025 , DuPont de Nemours, Inc. started its marketing activity of next-generation flame-resistant fabric Nomex Xtreme in which is made for extreme heat and flash fire environments. The textiles provide maximum comfort and protection, following the international standards on industrial safety.
• In October 2024 , Honeywell International Inc. launched a new series of chemically resistant suits under its protective apparel portfolio for pharmaceutical and chemical production plants. They are the suits with improved breathability and multi-hazard protection.

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