Report Overview

India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market – Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2030

India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market size by value was estimated at USD 349.32 million in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.29% reaching a value of USD 520.86 million by 2030. A prominent driver of the market is an increasing demand within the chemical industry. The trend is further reinforced by heightened demand from the oil & gas sector, coupled with government regulations mandating fire safety standards. During the forecast period, these factors are expected to play pivotal roles in fostering market expansion.

By volume, the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market size was estimated at 0.7 million tons in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.11% reaching the volume of 0.92 million tons by 2030. Rising awareness about workplace safety has prompted the widespread adoption of fire-resistant fabrics across industries where employees face fire and heat hazards. This surge in awareness has been met with significant research and development endeavors by industry leaders, resulting in the creation of cutting-edge fire-resistant fabrics offering enhanced protection, comfort, and longevity. Such technological progressions have not only widened the scope of fire-resistant fabric applications but also bolstered their efficacy in safeguarding individuals against potential risks. Also, the implementation of stringent industrial regulations and safety standards, alongside the growing need for fire-resistant fabrics in both residential and commercial settings, are projected to contribute positively to market growth. A primary catalyst behind this growth trajectory is the rapid pace of industrialization.

Fire Resistant Fabrics – Overview

Fire resistant fabrics are materials specially designed to withstand exposure to fire and high temperatures without igniting or sustaining combustion. These fabrics are treated with chemical coatings or engineered with inherently fire resistant fibers to provide protection against flames and heat. They are commonly used in various industries where workers are at risk of exposure to fire hazards, such as oil & gas, chemical, construction, and firefighting. Additionally, fire resistant fabrics find applications in protective clothing, upholstery, curtains, and other products where fire safety is crucial.

India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market

Growth Drivers

Stricter Safety Regulations

In a notable development, manufacturers of protective textiles exporting to India are now required to obtain BIS certification, signaling the implementation of stricter safety regulations. This requirement encompasses a broad spectrum of products, including fire-resistant curtains, upholstery composites, and specialized protective clothing for firefighters and industrial workers. These regulations, enforced through Indian Standards (IS), ensure adherence to rigorous safety and quality criteria. For instance, IS 16890:2018 outlines stringent requirements for protective clothing for firefighters, while IS 15748:2022 specifies standards for protective clothing worn by industrial workers exposed to heat. The mandate for BIS certification underscores India's commitment to elevating safety standards and ensuring the reliability of protective textiles in the market. This regulatory measure is poised to have a significant impact on both domestic and international manufacturers, who must now comply with these standards to access the Indian market. Moreover, by bolstering consumer confidence in the effectiveness and reliability of fire-resistant fabrics and related products, these stringent regulations are anticipated to foster substantial growth in the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market.

Increasing Number of Large Infrastructure Development and Construction Projects

The burgeoning infrastructure and construction sector in India are pivotal factors driving the escalating demand for fire-resistant fabrics, thereby bolstering market growth. As urbanization and industrialization surge, there is an amplified requirement for robust fire safety measures within newly constructed buildings and infrastructural developments. Fire resistant materials constitute a crucial element in fortifying structures against fire hazards, ensuring the safety of occupants and minimizing property damage. From fire resistant curtains to specialized protective clothing for firefighters and industrial workers, these materials are indispensable in contemporary construction projects. With stringent safety regulations and heightened awareness regarding fire safety standards, the adoption of fire resistant fabrics has become imperative in the construction landscape. This burgeoning demand not only reflects the industry's commitment to ensuring optimal safety but also underscores the pivotal role of fire resistant fabrics in safeguarding lives and properties. Consequently, the market for fire resistant fabrics is experiencing notable growth, propelled by the evolving needs of the construction sector in India.

Challenges

Limited Awareness in Certain Sectors

The India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market faces growth constraints due to limited awareness in certain sectors. Despite the crucial role of fire resistant fabrics in enhancing workplace safety and minimizing fire-related risks, some industries remain unaware of their benefits. This lack of awareness hampers market penetration and adoption, hindering the market's potential growth. Efforts to educate industries about the importance of fire resistant fabrics and their applications are essential to overcome this challenge and unlock the market's full potential.

India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market

Segmental Coverage

 India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market – By Product Type

By product type, the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market is bifurcated into Treated Fire Resistant Fabrics and Inherent Fire Resistant Fabrics segments. The treated fire resisted fabrics segment holds a higher share in the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market by product type. Treated fire resistant fabrics offer superior fire protection compared to untreated ones, making them favored in industries prioritizing fire safety like construction and manufacturing. Treated fabrics undergo specialized processes involving flame-retardant chemicals, enhancing their resistance to ignition and flame spread, aligning with safety regulations. Also, rising awareness about fire safety standards and workplace safety further boosts the demand for treated fire-resistant fabrics, solidifying their position in the market.

India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market – By Application

Based on application, the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market is bifurcated into Apparel and Non-apparel segments. The apparel segment holds a higher share in the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market by application. The increasing embrace of modern technology, innovations, and the accessibility of cost-effective land and labor, coupled with the region's expanding population, have all contributed to a boost in foreign investments and a thriving apparel sector. Furthermore, the growth across sectors like automotive, chemical, construction, infrastructure, mining, energy, and healthcare has driven the need for textiles and safety equipment, thereby driving the adoption of protective fabrics and fire-resistant materials.

India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market – By End User

On the basis of end user, the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market is divided into Industrial, Defense & Public Safety Services, and Transport segments. The industrial segment holds the highest share in the India Fire Resistant Fabrics by end user. Government regulations mandating the use of fire resistant fabrics across industries, notably in oil & gas and chemical sectors, significantly fuel demand for such fabrics in the industrial segment. This trend is expected to persist, with the industrial sector retaining its leading position in the fire-resistant fabrics market over the forecast period.

India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market – By Region

Geographically, the India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market is divided into North India, South India, East India, and West India regions.

Competitive Landscape

Major players operating in India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market include GHCL Limited, Amritsar Swadeshi Textile Corporation Private Limited, Candor Textiles Pvt. Ltd, Ginni Spectra Pvt Ltd, Piyush Polytex Industries Private Limited, Safechem Solution Private Limited, Piramid Fibecot Private Limited, Ajy Tech India Private Limited, Asha Enterprise, Shinde Fire Safety Products, Alfa India, and Futuron Specialty. To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Recent Developments

• In November 2023 - India aims to become a global apparel export powerhouse by targeting USD 50 billion in exports by 2030.

• In June 2023 - Birla Cellulose debuted its latest innovation, Birla SaFR Sustainable Flame-retardant Fibres, at ITMA 2023 in Milan, Italy. This groundbreaking product, a phosphate-based inherently flame-retardant sustainable cellulosic fiber, reflects Birla Cellulose's commitment to technical textiles.

Scope of the Report

By Product Type

• Treated Fire Resistant Fabrics

• Inherent Fire Resistant Fabrics

By Application

• Apparel

• Non-apparel

By End User

• Industrial

• Defense & Public Safety Services

• Transport

By Region

• North India

• South India

• East India

• West India

1. Research Framework
   1. Research Objective
   2. Product Overview
   3. Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
3. India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Insights
   1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
   2. DROC Analysis
      1. Growth Drivers
         1. Stricter Safety Regulations
         2. Growing Infrastructure & Construction
         3. Rising Awareness
      2. Restraints
         1. Price Sensitivity
         2. Lack of Awareness in Certain Sectors
         3. Limited Domestic Production
      3. Opportunities
         1. Growth in End User Industries
         2. Technological Advancements
         3. Rising Exports
      4. Challenges
         1. Fluctuations in Raw Material Prices
         2. Competition from Low Cost Economies
         3. Stringent Quality Standards
   3. Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
   4. Regulatory Framework
   5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of New Entrants
      4. Threat of Substitutes
      5. Intensity of Rivalry
4. India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market: Marketing Strategies
5. India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Overview
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Million)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
         1. Treated Fire-resistant Fabrics
         2. Inherent Fire-resistant Fabrics
      2. By Application
         1. Apparel
         2. Non-apparel
      3. By End User
         1. Industrial
         2. Defense & Public Safety Services
         3. Transport
      4. By Region
         1. North India
         2. South India
         3. East India
         4. West India
6. North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Million)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
      3. By End User
7. South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Million)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
      3. By End User
8. East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Million)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
      3. By End User
9. West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Million)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
      3. By End User
10. Competitive Landscape
    1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
    2. India Fire Resistant Fabrics Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
    3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
    4. Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
11. Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market
12. Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, and SWOT Analysis)
    1. GHCL Limited
    2. Amritsar Swadeshi Textile Corporation Private Limited
    3. Candor Textiles Pvt Ltd
    4. Ginni Spectra Pvt Ltd
    5. Piyush Polytex Industries Private Limited
    6. Safechem Solution Private Limited
    7. Piramid Fibecot Private Limited
    8. Ajy Tech India Private Limited
    9. Asha Enterprise
    10. Shinde Fire Safety Products
    11. Alfa India
    12. Futuron Specialty
    13. Other Prominent Players
13. Key Strategic Recommendations
14. Research Methodology
    1. Qualitative Research
       1. Primary & Secondary Research
    2. Quantitative Research
    3.  Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
       1.  Secondary Research
       2.  Primary Research
    4.  Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
    5.  Assumptions & Limitations

*Financial information of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.

**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable.

List of Figures

Figure 1       India Fire Resistant Fabrics Segmentation

Figure 2       India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Value Chain Analysis

Figure 3       Company Market Share Analysis, 2023

Figure 4       India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Figure 5       India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Figure 6       India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 7       India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 8       India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 9       India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 10     India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 11     India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 12     India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Region, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 13     India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Region, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 14     North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Figure 15     North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Figure 16     North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 17     North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 18     North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 19     North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 20     North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 21     North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 22     South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Figure 23     South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Figure 24     South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 25     South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 26     South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 27     South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 28     South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 29     South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 30     East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Figure 31     East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Figure 32     East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 33     East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 34     East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 35     East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 36     East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 37     East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 38     West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Figure 39     West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Figure 40     West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 41     West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 42     West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 43     West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Figure 44     West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Figure 45     West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

List of Tables

Table 1        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Table 2        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Table 3        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 4        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 5        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 6        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 7        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 8        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 9        India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Region, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 10      India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Region, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 11      North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Table 12      North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Table 13      North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 14      North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 15      North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 16      North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 17      North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 18      North India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 19      South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Table 20      South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Table 21      South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 22      South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 23      South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 24      South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 25      South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 26      South India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 27      East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Table 28      East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Table 29      East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 30      East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 31      East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 32      East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 33      East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 34      East India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 35      West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2030

Table 36      West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons), 2019–2030

Table 37      West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 38      West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 39      West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 40      West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By Application, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 41      West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Value, 2019–2030

Table 42      West India Fire Resistant Fabrics Market Share, By End User, By Volume, 2019–2030

Table 43      GHCL Limited Company Overview

Table 44      GHCL Limited Company Overview

Table 45      Amritsar Swadeshi Textile Corporation Private Limited Company Overview

Table 46      Amritsar Swadeshi Textile Corporation Private Limited Company Overview

Table 47      Candor Textiles Pvt Ltd Company Overview

Table 48      Candor Textiles Pvt Ltd Company Overview

Table 49      Ginni Spectra Pvt Ltd Company Overview

Table 50      Ginni Spectra Pvt Ltd Company Overview

Table 51      Piyush Polytex Industries Private Limited Company Overview

Table 52      Piyush Polytex Industries Private Limited Company Overview

Table 53      Safechem Solution Private Limited Company Overview

Table 54      Safechem Solution Private Limited Company Overview

Table 55      Piramid Fibecot Private Limited Company Overview

Table 56      Piramid Fibecot Private Limited Company Overview

Table 57      Ajy Tech India Private Limited Company Overview

Table 58      Ajy Tech India Private Limited Company Overview

Table 59      Asha Enterprise Company Overview

Table 60      Asha Enterprise Company Overview

Table 61      Shinde Fire Safety Products Company Overview

Table 62      Shinde Fire Safety Products Company Overview

Table 63      Alfa India Company Overview

Table 64      Alfa India Company Overview

Table 65      Futuron Specialty Company Overview

Table 66      Futuron Specialty Company Overview

Table 67      Other Prominent Players Company Overview

Table 68      Other Prominent Players Company Overview