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Composite melt-blown filtration material is a composite polymer that is made from melt-blowing technology from polyethylene terephthalate and polypropylene. It is non-woven in nature, and the polymer is directly converted into continuous filaments. It has various applications and is used in industries such as filtration, insulation equipment, automotive, electrical & electronics, hygiene, and medical.
The composite melt-blown filtration material industry is projected to experience growth in the forecast period. The product finds its application majorly in the filtration industry due to its properties. There is rising demand for such material due to its growing applications for personal care and hygiene products. Introduction of new technologies to bring down the manufacturing costs and rising awareness regarding the benefits of the material due to its dirt-holding abilities are anticipated to drive the market growth. There has been rising penetration of the material, owing to increasing need for proper hygiene, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Further, increase in demand for air filters due to decrease in air quality is projected to propel market share.
According to Business Research Insights, the global composite melt-blown filtration material market size was valued at USD 1,767.4 million in 2020 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.58% during the forecast period 2021-2027. The market has leading players such as Berry Global, Toray, Kimberly-Clarke, Toray, SWM, Lydall, Monadnock Non-Wovens, H&V, Mitsui Chemicals, Neenah, Fitesa S.A., Don & Low, Zisun Technology, Welcron Group, Handanhy, Xinlong Group, and Mingguan.
Halt on Manufacturing Activities to Affect Market Progress During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic enforced many restrictions globally. Manufacturing of the materials was impacted due to reduced capacities of production facilities. The main application of the composite melt-blown filtration material is derived from the filtration industry, which had a significant impact due to the pandemic. The demand for masks and air cleaners was propelled, owing to a sharp spike in demand for melt-blown non-woven.
Business Research Insights Reports Top 5 Composite Melt-Blown Filtration Material Companies
1. Berry Global (U.S.)
Berry Global, Inc. is one of the primary and biggest manufacturers and marketers of plastic packaging products. Founded in 1967, the company is based in Indiana, U.S. and has around 290 facilities globally. It produces engineered materials, consumer packaging, and non-woven specialty materials. The company has three main divisions, health, specialties, and hygiene; consumer packaging; and engineered materials. The company was initially founded as Imperial Plastics and the name was changed to Berry Plastics Corporation in 1983. It now has 47,000 employees with 40 innovation centers worldwide.
2. Fitsea S.A. (Brazil)
Fitsea S.A. is the second largest spun melt non-woven manufacturer that supplies directly to various global industries. The company is one of the largest market players in the non-woven fabrics industry that specializes in providing innovative fabrics for medical and hygiene. The company has four innovation centers globally.
3. Monadnock Non-Wovens (MNW) (U.S.)
Monadnock Non-Wovens (MNW) is U.S.-based company established in 1998 that manufactures non-woven materials, specialty fabrics, and lofted nonwovens. The company provides its products for biotechnology, automotive, industrial markets, and filters. The company provides non-woven materials for filtration, healthcare, appliance, consumer, automotive, and facemask markets.
4. H&V (U.S.)
Hollingsworth & Vose company, known as H&V, is a global manufacturer of engineered papers used for energy, filtration, and industrial applications for non-woven materials. The company was established in 1843 with its head office in Massachusetts, U.S. The company is divided into three divisions, liquid and air filtration media, industrial products, and energy products and battery separators. It provides melt-blown, dry-laid, nanofiber, and wet-laid fibers.
5. Mitsui Chemicals (Japan)
Mitsui Chemicals is a Japan-based chemicals company, which conducts its operations in Europe, Japan, China, the U.S., and Southeast Asia. The company deals with petrochemicals, performance materials, functional polymeric materials, and chemicals. In addition, the company provides materials and various technologies for electronics, automotive, and packaging industries. It makes a range of lubricants, chemicals, and resins. It operates in 30 countries and has a total of 147 plants worldwide.
Technological Advancements to Create Robust Market Development
The market growth is expected to flourish owing to technological advancements. New technologies, such as amplification and automation, are anticipated to surge the product demand by reducing the manufacturing costs. Incorporating composite melt-blown filtration material is rising as one of the main alternatives which is making the way for new opportunities in the market. Further, new production lines are being merged with new technologies, which is catering to the growing demand.