Report Overview

India Textile Chemicals Market – Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2030

India Textile Chemicals Market size by value was estimated at USD 23.14 billion in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, India Textile Chemicals Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.29% reaching a value of USD 40.27 billion by 2030. Prominent drivers of the market include the expanding apparel industry and rising disposable incomes. The textile sector has seen significant investments, with key players like Archroma, Croda, Huntsman, and Rossari enhancing their portfolios through partnerships, investments, and mergers to cater to evolving market needs. These companies are also bolstering their presence in India through investments in R&D, manufacturing, service capabilities, and innovative chemicals. For instance, Cosmo Speciality Chemicals launched Silky SF, a cost-effective cationic softener that offers excellent softening effects on various textiles. Their R&D facility is equipped with advanced analytical instruments such as DMA, FTIR & imaging IR, SEM-EDS, TGA-MS, DSC, and optical microscopes, enabling molecular-level product development. Also, the demand for technical textiles in India is rising with the advent and expansion of various industries. These textiles often require high-performance chemicals like auxiliaries to function efficiently. The automotive industry, being a major end-user, further drives this demand. Consequently, the increasing production of vehicles in the automotive sector is expected to boost the need for textile auxiliaries over the forecast period.

By volume, India Textile Chemicals Market size was estimated at 3.4 million tons in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, India Textile Chemicals Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.6% reaching the volume of 6.02 million tons by 2030.

Textile Chemicals – Overview

Textile chemicals are diverse chemical compounds utilized throughout the textile processing and manufacturing stages. They are essential for improving the performance, appearance, and functionality of fabrics. Textile chemicals are involved in processes, such as pre-treatment, dyeing, printing, and finishing, helping to achieve attributes like color fastness, durability, water repellency, and flame resistance. Common textile chemicals include surfactants, colorants, finishing agents, de-sizing agents, and bleaching agents.

India Textile Chemicals Market

Growth Drivers

Increasing Awareness about Sustainable Practices

India Textile Chemicals Market is undergoing a significant transformation driven by increasing awareness and adoption of sustainable practices. Consumers and manufacturers are prioritizing environmentally friendly options, leading to a surge in demand for eco-friendly textile chemicals. Companies are focusing on developing products free from harmful substances to meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations. This shift is crucial in shaping the industry's future. Government initiatives, such as the Amended Technology Upgradation Fund Scheme (ATUFS) and the Scheme for Integrated Textile Park (SITP), further support this trend by promoting sustainable dyes and manufacturing processes that minimize environmental impact. Additionally, initiatives like the Apparel Industry Sustainability Action (AISA) encourage small and medium-sized enterprises to adopt eco-friendly practices. With a growing emphasis on organic cotton and traceability technologies, India's commitment to sustainability is significantly boosting the growth of Textile Chemicals Market across the country.

Challenges

Fluctuations in Raw Material Prices

Fluctuations in raw material prices may significantly restrain the growth of India Textile Chemicals Market. Volatility in costs for key inputs, such as synthetic fibers and dyes, creates uncertainty for manufacturers, impacting production budgets and pricing strategies. This instability can lead to increased operational costs, ultimately hindering the competitiveness of textile chemical products. As companies struggle to manage these price fluctuations, the overall growth potential of the market is constrained, making it challenging to invest in sustainable practices and innovative solutions essential for long-term success.

Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on India Textile Chemicals Market

Escalating geopolitical tensions among countries across regions could have a significant impact on the growth of India Textile Chemicals Market. Uncertainties stemming from geopolitical instability can disrupt supply chains, leading to delays and higher costs for raw materials. Trade restrictions and tariffs may further complicate access to essential inputs, hindering production efficiency. Additionally, fluctuating international relations can affect export opportunities, limiting market growth potential. As manufacturers navigate these challenges, the focus on sourcing materials locally may rise, prompting a shift towards domestic supply chains. This shift, while mitigating risks, could initially result in higher operational costs and affect the overall competitiveness of Indian textile chemical products in the global market.

India Textile Chemicals Market

Segmental Coverage

India Textile Chemicals Market – By Fiber Type

On the basis of fiber type, India Textile Chemicals Market is split into Natural Fiber and Synthetic Fiber segments. The synthetic fiber segment holds a higher share in India Textile Chemicals Market by fiber type. Man-made fibers (MMF) are primarily classified into synthetic and cellulosic types, with synthetic fibers derived from crude oil. The leading synthetic staple fibers include polyester, acrylic, and polypropylene, while viscose represents the main cellulosic fiber. India's MMF textile industry is robust and diverse, producing nearly all types of synthetic fibers and ranking as the second-largest global producer of both polyester and viscose. Currently, synthetic fibers account for about 77.5% of India’s MMF production, underscoring their dominant role in the market. With over 1,441 million kg of synthetic fibers produced, India benefits from advanced manufacturing capabilities and a self-reliant value chain. The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme aims to further enhance the sector's competitiveness, ensuring a strong growth trajectory for synthetic fibers in the Indian textile chemicals market.

India Textile Chemicals Market – By Product Type

Based on product type, India Textile Chemicals Market is segmented into Coating & Sizing Agents, Colorants & Auxiliaries, Finishing Agents, Surfactants, Desizing Agents, and Others (Including Bleaching Agents etc.) segments. The colorants & auxiliaries segment holds the highest share in India Textile Chemicals Market by product type due to their essential role in enhancing fabric quality. Textile auxiliaries, including pretreatment, dyeing, printing, and finishing agents, significantly improve the performance and appearance of textiles. They contribute to color fastness, softness, and durability while optimizing production efficiency. With India being a major producer of synthetic fibers, the demand for effective colorants and auxiliaries is on the rise. Factors such as increasing consumer awareness of sustainability and the need for innovative solutions present both challenges and opportunities for this segment, further solidifying its leading position in the market.

India Textile Chemicals Market – By Application

By application, India Textile Chemicals Market is divided into Apparel, Home Furnishing, Automotive Textile, Industrial Textile, and other (including Technical Textile) segments. The home furnishing segment holds the highest share in India Textile Chemicals Market by application. Textiles are versatile materials used for covering furniture, dressing windows, and enhancing interiors, contributing to the comfort and aesthetic appeal of living spaces. Their ability to transform a room’s ambiance through various colors, patterns, and textures makes them indispensable. Beyond aesthetics, textiles offer practical benefits, such as temperature regulation and sound absorption. By incorporating elements like curtains, rugs, and cushions, homeowners can easily change the look and feel of their spaces without major renovations. As the demand for innovative and high-quality home furnishing textiles grows, this segment remains a vital component of the Textile Chemicals Market in India.

India Textile Chemicals Market – By Region

The in-depth research report on India Textile Chemicals Market covers the market in the country’s major regions: North India, South India, East India, and West India regions. Regionally, West India holds the highest share in India Textile Chemicals Market and is expected to maintain its dominance over the forecast period. Western India, a hub for the textile manufacturing industry, hosts major players like Reliance Industries Ltd, Arvind Ltd, and Jindal Worldwide Ltd. Significant government investments in textile technical parks and favorable policies in Gujarat and Maharashtra are expected to boost the demand for textile chemicals. The market, fragmented with 300-500 players due to government subsidies, has seen steady growth from increasing exports and a focus on technical textiles. Stringent environmental regulations in China have also opened opportunities for Indian manufacturers. The emphasis on high-quality, wrinkle-free, anti-microbial, and anti-fungal textile products further drives demand. Western India's dominance, supported by numerous textile mills in Gujarat and Maharashtra, is expected to continue.

Competitive Landscape

Major players operating in India Textile Chemicals Market include Archroma, Croda, Huntsman International, Rossari Biotech Ltd, CHT India Pvt Ltd, Kiri Industries, Bodal Chemicals, Indofil Industries, Fibro Organic, and Jaysynth Dyestuff. 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 October 2023 - Shima Seiki and Archroma expanded their collaboration to integrate the industry's largest color library into Shima's SDS-ONE APEX design system and APEXFiz software. The partnership now includes 5,760 color references, incorporating 1,440 polyester colors from Archroma's Color Atlas into the existing library of 4,320 cotton poplin colors.

Scope of the Report

By Fiber Type

• Natural Fiber

• Synthetic Fiber

By Product Type

• Coating & Sizing Agents

• Colorants & Auxiliaries

• Finishing Agents

• Surfactants

• Desizing Agents

By Application

• Apparel

• Home Furnishing

• Automotive Textile

• Industrial Textile

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 Textile Chemicals Market Insights
   1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
   2. DROC Analysis
      1. Growth Drivers
         1. Increasing demand for textiles and apparel, both domestically and for export
         2. Rising disposable incomes
         3. Increasing awareness on sustainable practices
      2. Restraints
         1. Stringent environmental regulations
         2. Fluctuations in raw material prices
      3. Opportunities
         1. Increasing demand for functional textiles
         2. Rise of e-commerce platforms for textile products
         3. Government initiatives to actively support the textile industry through schemes
      4. Challenges
         1. Competition from low-cost economies
         2. Skilled labor shortage
   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 Textile Chemicals Market: Marketing Strategies
5. India Textile Chemicals Market: Pricing Analysis
6. India Textile Chemicals Market Overview
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Billion)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Fiber Type
         1. Natural Fiber
         2. Synthetic Fiber
      2. By Product Type
         1. Coating & Sizing Agents
         2. Colorants & Auxiliaries
         3. Finishing Agents
         4. Surfactants
         5. Desizing Agents
         6. Others (Including Bleaching Agents etc.)
      3. By Application
         1. Apparel
         2. Home Furnishing
         3.  Automotive Textile
         4. Industrial Textile
         5.  Others (Including Technical Textile etc.)
      4. By Region
         1. North India
         2. South India
         3. East India
         4. West India
7. North India Textile Chemicals Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Billion)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Fiber Type
      2. By Product Type
      3. By Application
8. South India Textile Chemicals Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Billion)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Fiber Type
      2. By Product Type
      3. By Application
9. East India Textile Chemicals Market
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
      1. By Value (USD Billion)
      2. By Volume (Million Tons)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Fiber Type
      2. By Product Type
      3. By Application
10. West India Textile Chemicals Market
    1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
       1. By Value (USD Billion)
       2. By Volume (Million Tons)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Fiber Type
       2. By Product Type
       3. By Application
11. Competitive Landscape
    1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
    2. India Textile Chemicals Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
    3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operation Channel Parameters
    4. Key Strategic Development (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
12. Impact of Geopolitical Tensions in India Textile Chemicals Market
13. Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, and SWOT Analysis)
    1. Archroma
    2.  Croda
    3. Huntsman International
    4. Rossari Biotech Ltd
    5. CHT India Pvt Ltd
    6. Kiri Industries
    7. Bodal Chemicals
    8. Indofil Industries
    9. Fibro Organic
    10. Jaysynth Dyestuff
    11. Other Prominent Players
14. Key Strategic Recommendations
15. 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. Assumption & Limitation

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

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

List of Figures

Table 1        India Textile Chemicals Market Segmentation

Table 2        India Textile Chemicals Market Value Chain Analysis

Table 3        Company Market Share Analysis, 2023

Table 4        India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 5        India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 6        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 7        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 8        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 9        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 10      India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 11      India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 12      India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Region, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 13      India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Region, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 14      North India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 15      North India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 16      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 17      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 18      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 19      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 20      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 21      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 22      South India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 23      South India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 24      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 25      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 26      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 27      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 28      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 29      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 30      East India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 31      East India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 32      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 33      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 34      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 35      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 36      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 37      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 38      West India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 39      West India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 40      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 41      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 42      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 43      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 44      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 45      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

List of Tables    

Table 1        India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 2        India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 3        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 4        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 5        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 6        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 7        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 8        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 9        India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Region, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 10      India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Region, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 11      North India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 12      North India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 13      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 14      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 15      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 16      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 17      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 18      North India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 19      South India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 20      South India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 21      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 22      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 23      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 24      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 25      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 26      South India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 27      East India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 28      East India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 29      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 30      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 31      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 32      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 33      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 34      East India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 35      West India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Value (USD Billion), 2019–2030

Table 36      West India Textile Chemicals Market Size, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 37      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 38      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Fiber Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 39      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 40      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Product Type, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030

Table 41      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Value (USD Billion) 2019–2030

Table 42      West India Textile Chemicals Market Share, By Application, By Volume (Million Tons) 2019–2030 

Table 43      Archroma Company Overview

Table 44      Archroma Financial Overview

Table 45      Croda Company Overview

Table 46      Croda Financial Overview

Table 47      Huntsman International Company Overview

Table 48      Huntsman International Financial Overview

Table 49      Rossari Biotech Ltd Company Overview

Table 50      Rossari Biotech Ltd Financial Overview

Table 51      CHT India Pvt Ltd Company Overview

Table 52      CHT India Pvt Ltd Financial Overview

Table 53      Kiri Industries Company Overview

Table 54      Kiri Industries Financial Overview

Table 55      Bodal Chemicals Company Overview

Table 56      Bodal Chemicals Financial Overview

Table 57      Indofil Industries Company Overview

Table 58      Indofil Industries Financial Overview

Table 59      Fibro Organic Company Overview

Table 60      Fibro Organic Financial Overview

Table 61      Jaysynth Dyestuff Company Overview

Table 62      Jaysynth Dyestuff Financial Overview