Global Eco-friendly Textile Fiber Market Research Report 2024(Status and Outlook)

In Business Insights
June 28, 2025

The global Eco-friendly Textile Fiber Market continues to demonstrate robust growth, with its valuation reaching USD 34.56 billion in 2024. According to the latest industry analysis, the market is projected to expand at a CAGR of 8.6%, reaching approximately USD 56.78 billion by 2030. This momentum is fueled by increasing consumer awareness of sustainable fashion, regulatory pressures for greener textiles, and technological advancements in bio-based fiber production.

Eco-friendly textile fibers are transforming the textile industry by offering sustainable alternatives to conventional materials. Their biodegradability and lower carbon footprint make them indispensable for brands transitioning toward circular economy models. With leading fashion retailers committing to 100% sustainable sourcing by 2030, manufacturers are rapidly scaling innovative solutions like algae-based fibers and chemical recycling technologies.

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Market Overview & Regional Analysis

Europe commands 38% of global market share as strict EU regulations like the Textile Strategy 2030 mandate recycled fiber incorporation. The region’s leadership is further reinforced by mature sustainability certifications and advanced R&D in cellulose-based fibers. Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific shows the fastest growth trajectory at 10.2% CAGR, driven by China’s dominance in bamboo fiber production and India’s thriving organic cotton sector.

North America benefits from strong brand commitments to sustainability, with 73% of apparel companies now having formal eco-fiber adoption targets. Latin America is emerging as a key supplier of organic cotton and lyocell fibers, while Africa’s growth is constrained by limited processing infrastructure despite abundant raw material availability.

Key Market Drivers and Opportunities

The market is propelled by three dominant forces: consumer demand for transparent supply chains (68% of millennials prioritize sustainable clothing), government policies enforcing extended producer responsibility, and breakthroughs in fiber technology. Notably, the clothing segment accounts for 52% of total demand, followed by home textiles (28%) and technical applications (15%).

Emerging opportunities include agricultural waste-to-fiber conversion technologies, with pineapple leaf and banana stem fibers gaining commercial traction. The medical textile sector presents significant upside potential as antimicrobial bio-fibers replace synthetic alternatives in wound care products and surgical textiles.

Challenges & Restraints

The industry faces headwinds from higher production costs (eco-fibers typically command 25-40% price premiums), limited scalability of emerging technologies, and inconsistent global certification standards. Supply chain complexities plague hemp and organic cotton segments, where unpredictable yields and quality variations disrupt production planning. Regulatory fragmentation across markets further complicates compliance for multinational brands.

Market Segmentation by Type

  • Recycled Fibers (rPET, regenerated cellulose)
  • Plant-Based Fibers (Organic cotton, bamboo, hemp)
  • Animal-Based Fibers (Peace silk, organic wool)
  • Bio-engineered Fibers (Algae-based, microbial cellulose)

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Market Segmentation by Application

  • Apparel (Casualwear, activewear, luxury fashion)
  • Home Textiles (Bedding, upholstery)
  • Medical Textiles (Implants, wound dressings)
  • Industrial Textiles (Geotextiles, filters)

Market Segmentation and Key Players

  • Lenzing AG (TENCEL™, ECOVERO™)
  • Teijin Limited (ECOPET® recycled polyester)
  • Aditya Birla Group (Livaeco, Birla Viscose)
  • Unifi Inc (Repreve recycled fibers)
  • Kelheim Fibres (Viscose specialties)
  • Bolt Threads (Mylo mushroom leather)
  • Orange Fiber (Citrus-based fabrics)
  • Evrnu (NuCycl regenerated cotton)
  • Nanollose (Nullarbor microbial fiber)
  • Algaeing (Algae-based textiles)

Report Scope

This report provides comprehensive analysis of the global Eco-friendly Textile Fiber market across six key regions from 2024 to 2030, featuring detailed insights on:

  • Market size projections with 5-year forecasts
  • Value chain analysis from raw materials to retail
  • Patent landscape for emerging fiber technologies

The study includes in-depth profiles of 25 industry leaders covering:

  • Production capacities by fiber type
  • Strategic partnerships and collaborations
  • Circular economy initiatives
  • Climate impact assessment methodologies

Our research methodology combined primary interviews with fiber producers and brands (62 participants), analysis of 150+ sustainability reports, and evaluation of certification trends across 18 textile-producing countries.

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