Product Code: CH 4801
The synthetic leather market is projected to register a CAGR of 5.3% between 2024 and 2029, in terms of value. The synthetic leather market size is projected to reach USD 93.25 billion by 2029 at a CAGR of 5.3% from USD 71.93 billion in 2024. The PU based, by type segment is estimated to account for the largest share in terms of value of the synthetic leather market in 2023. Biobased, by type likely to be the fastest growing type of synthetic leather market in terms of value.
Scope of the Report |
Years Considered for the Study | 2018-2029 |
Base Year | 2023 |
Forecast Period | 2024-2029 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Million/Billion) |
Segments | By Type, By End use Industry, Region |
Regions covered | Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
Man-made PVC leather is synthetic leather that is intended to resemble leather. A layer of PVC raw material is created, and it is bonded to a suitable fabric backing by applying pressure and/or heat to create vinyl leather. Synthetic leather is known for its long-lasting, waterproof, and easy-to-maintain characteristics, making it a popular material for upholstery, fashion, and vehicle interiors. Although it is less breathable than natural leather, PVC synthetic leather comes in a variety of textures and finishes and is typically less expensive or more eco-friendly than comparable real leather.
The eco-friendly appeal and sustainable production practices of bio-based synthetic leather have made it one of the fastest-growing types. Bio-based synthetic leather reduces reliance on petroleum-based components often present in conventional synthetic leathers by using renewable resources for producing it, such as cork, algae, or plant-based polymers. Greener options are becoming more popular among businesses and customers alike in an environmentally concerned society. Additionally, bio-based synthetic leather has a lower carbon impact than non-bio-based synthetic leather while yet being just as gorgeous and long-lasting. Bio-based synthetic leather is becoming more and more popular as an eco-friendly alternative since more buyers are looking for sustainable furniture, fashion, and car interiors.
"Footwear, by end use industry is fastest growing end-use industry segment of synthetic leather market"
The footwear segment of the synthetic leather market is expanding at its fastest pace due to the growing need for fashionable, long-lasting, and reasonably priced substitutes for real leather. Synthetic leather is extremely adaptable, allowing for the creation of new designs and seeming to be simply maintained with diverse textures and finishes, from which many types of footwear styles may be constructed. Eco-friendly synthetic leather, on the other hand, gained popularity as a substitute as consumers' understanding of environmental sustainability and animal welfare increased. In addition, the fact that synthetic leather is less expensive to produce than traditional leather adds to the developing global trend of employing this material in sandals, boots, and shoes.
"Asia Pacific, by region is forecasted to be the fastest growing segment of synthetic leather market during the forecast period."
Asia Pacific has emerged as the fastest-growing synthetic leather market due to increased industrialization, urbanization, and rising disposable incomes. The low labor costs and extensive industrial bases in China, India, and Vietnam have made them key production hubs for synthetic leather items. In addition, customers are moving toward more economical, durable, and eco-friendly alternatives to real leather, which is driving up demand for synthetic leather in sectors including fashion, footwear, and automobiles. In addition, government sustainability initiatives and the expanding retail and e-commerce industries would enable this sector to play a major role in the expansion of the synthetic leather market.
Interviews:
- By Company Type: Tier 1 - 46%, Tier 2 - 36%, and Tier 3 - 18%
- By Designation: C Level - 21%, D Level - 23%, and Others - 56%
- By Region: North America - 37%, Europe - 26%, Asia Pacific - 23%, and South America - 4%, Middle East & Africa - 10%
The key companies profiled in this report are Kuraray Co., Ltd. (Japan), San Fang Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), Teijin Limited (Japan), Mayur Uniquoters Limited (India), Nan Ya Plastics Corporation (Taiwan), Filwel Co., Ltd. (Japan), and Zhejiang Hexin Holdings Co., Ltd. (China) .
Research Coverage:
The synthetic leather market has been segmented based on Type (PU based, PVC based, and Bio based), End-use Industry (Fotwear, Furnishing, Automotive, Clothing, Bags, Purse, & wallets, and Others), and by Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East & Africa).
This report provides insights on the following pointers:
- Analysis of key drivers (Emerging demand from the APAC region, High growth of end-use industries,), restraints (Substitute for Synthetic leather in automotive industry), opportunities (Growth in emerging applications), and challenges (Recycling of synthetic leather) influencing the growth of the synthetic leather market.
- Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insight of upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product launch in the synthetic leather market.
- Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets - the report analyses the synthetic leather market across varied regions.
- Market Diversification: Exclusive information about the new products & service untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in synthetic leather market.
- Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies and service offerings of leading players like, Kuraray Co., Ltd. (Japan), San Fang Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), Teijin Limited (Japan), Mayur Uniquoters Limited (India), Nan Ya Plastics Corporation (Taiwan), Filwel Co., Ltd. (Japan), and Zhejiang Hexin Holdings Co., Ltd. (China) among other in the synthetic leather market.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
- 1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
- 1.3 STUDY SCOPE
- 1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
- 1.3.2 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
- 1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
- 1.3.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
- 1.3.5 UNIT CONSIDERED
- 1.4 STAKEHOLDERS
- 1.5 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- 2.1 RESEARCH DATA
- 2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
- 2.1.1.1 Key data from secondary sources
- 2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
- 2.1.2.1 Participants for primary interviews (demand and supply side)
- 2.1.2.2 Key industry insights
- 2.1.2.3 Breakdown of primary interviews
- 2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
- 2.3 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
- 2.3.1 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION METHODOLOGY: APPROACH 1 (SUPPLY SIDE) - COLLECTIVE MARKET SHARE OF KEY PLAYERS
- 2.3.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION METHODOLOGY: APPROACH 2 BOTTOM-UP (SUPPLY SIDE) - COLLECTIVE REVENUE OF ALL SYNTHETIC LEATHER TYPES
- 2.3.3 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION METHODOLOGY: APPROACH 3 - BOTTOM-UP (DEMAND SIDE): PRODUCTS SOLD
- 2.4 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
- 2.5 DATA TRIANGULATION
- 2.6 GROWTH RATE ASSUMPTIONS/FORECAST
- 2.6.1 SUPPLY SIDE
- 2.6.2 DEMAND SIDE
- 2.7 FACTOR ANALYSIS
- 2.8 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
- 2.9 RESEARCH LIMITATIONS
- 2.10 RISK ASSESSMENT
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
- 4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET
- 4.2 ASIA PACIFIC SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET, BY TYPE AND COUNTRY
- 4.3 SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET, BY REGION
- 4.4 REGIONAL SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET, BY END-USE INDUSTRY
- 4.5 SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET, BY COUNTRY
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
- 5.1 INTRODUCTION
- 5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
- 5.2.1 DRIVERS
- 5.2.1.1 Expanding footwear and apparel industries
- 5.2.1.2 Rising concerns about animal welfare and environmental impact
- 5.2.1.3 Advantages associated with synthetic leather
- 5.2.1.4 Booming automotive sector
- 5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
- 5.2.2.1 Environmental impacts related to use of PVC and PU in synthetic leather production
- 5.2.2.2 Availability of substitutes for synthetic leather in automotive industry
- 5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
- 5.2.3.1 Growing demand for sustainable synthetic leather solutions
- 5.2.4 CHALLENGES
- 5.2.4.1 Challenges in waste management and recycling of synthetic leather
- 5.3 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
- 5.3.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
- 5.3.2 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
- 5.3.3 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
- 5.3.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
- 5.3.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
- 5.4 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
- 5.4.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
- 5.4.2 BUYING CRITERIA
- 5.5 MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS
- 5.5.1 GDP TRENDS AND FORECAST OF PROMINENT ECONOMIES
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS
- 6.1 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
- 6.2 PRICING ANALYSIS
- 6.2.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF KEY PLAYERS, BY END-USE INDUSTRY
- 6.2.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND, BY REGION
- 6.3 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
- 6.4 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
- 6.5 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
- 6.5.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
- 6.5.1.1 Polyurethane (PU) coating technology
- 6.5.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
- 6.5.2.1 Water-based technology: Advancing sustainable synthetic leather production
- 6.6 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
- 6.6.1 DEVELOPMENT OF SYNTHETIC LEATHER VIA NATURAL MATERIALS
- 6.6.2 DURABILITY AND ABRASION RESISTANCE OF FAUX LEATHER FABRICS
- 6.6.3 DEVELOPMENT OF THERMOREGULATED PVC-BASED SYNTHETIC LEATHER FOR CAR SEATS
- 6.7 TRADE ANALYSIS
- 6.7.1 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 590320)
- 6.7.2 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 590320)
- 6.8 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
- 6.8.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
- 6.8.2 REGULATIONS
- 6.8.2.1 European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
- 6.8.2.2 Leather Working Group (LWG)
- 6.8.2.3 Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO)
- 6.8.2.4 American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
- 6.8.2.5 Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) - India
- 6.8.2.6 European Committee for Standardization (CEN TC 289)
- 6.9 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2025
- 6.10 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
- 6.11 PATENT ANALYSIS
- 6.11.1 APPROACH
- 6.11.2 PATENT TYPES
- 6.11.3 TOP APPLICANTS
- 6.11.4 JURISDICTION ANALYSIS
- 6.12 IMPACT OF AI/GEN AI ON SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET
7 SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET, BY TYPE
- 7.1 INTRODUCTION
- 7.2 PU-BASED SYNTHETIC LEATHER
- 7.2.1 RISING DEMAND FROM AUTOMOTIVE AND CLOTHING INDUSTRIES TO DRIVE MARKET
- 7.2.1.1 Microfiber leather
- 7.2.1.1.1 Smooth, soft, lightweight, good tensile strength, antibacterial, and excellent resistance to tear, scratch, and abrasion to drive market
- 7.3 PVC-BASED SYNTHETIC LEATHER
- 7.3.1 HIGH STRENGTH, RESISTANCE TO VARIOUS CLIMATIC CONDITIONS, AND EASE OF MAINTENANCE TO DRIVE MARKET
- 7.4 BIO-BASED SYNTHETIC LEATHER
- 7.4.1 INCREASING GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS AND RISING ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS TO DRIVE MARKET
8 SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET, BY END-USE INDUSTRY
- 8.1 INTRODUCTION
- 8.2 FOOTWEAR
- 8.2.1 EXCELLENT PROPERTIES AND HIGH DURABILITY TO DRIVE DEMAND
- 8.2.1.1 Sports shoes
- 8.2.1.2 Formal shoes & boots
- 8.2.1.3 Sandals & slippers
- 8.3 FURNISHING
- 8.3.1 AFFORDABLE ALTERNATIVE TO PURE LEATHER TO DRIVE MARKET
- 8.3.1.1 Chairs
- 8.3.1.2 Sofas
- 8.3.1.3 Bean bags & others
- 8.4 AUTOMOTIVE
- 8.4.1 COMFORTABLE SEAT UPHOLSTERY AND RESISTANCE TO COLD AND HOT TEMPERATURES TO DRIVE DEMAND
- 8.4.1.1 Seats
- 8.4.1.2 Steering wheel covers
- 8.4.1.3 Door trims, knobs & gear bot covers
- 8.5 CLOTHING
- 8.5.1 GROWING GLOBAL FASHION INDUSTRY TO DRIVE MARKET
- 8.5.1.1 Jackets
- 8.5.1.2 Belts
- 8.5.1.3 Tops, trousers & others
- 8.6 BAGS, PURSES & WALLETS
- 8.6.1 GROWING FASHION INDUSTRY, RISING DISPOSABLE INCOMES, AND CHANGING LIFESTYLES TO FUEL DEMAND
- 8.6.1.1 Bags
- 8.6.1.2 Purses
- 8.6.1.3 Wallets
- 8.7 OTHER END-USE INDUSTRIES
9 SYNTHETIC LEATHER MARKET, BY REGION
- 9.1 INTRODUCTION
- 9.2 ASIA PACIFIC
- 9.2.1 CHINA
- 9.2.1.1 Rising domestic demand for footwear and furnishing to fuel market growth
- 9.2.2 INDIA
- 9.2.2.1 Increased urbanization and industrialization to drive market
- 9.2.3 JAPAN
- 9.2.3.1 Increased demand for sports footwear to drive market
- 9.2.4 SOUTH KOREA
- 9.2.4.1 Rising demand from automotive and footwear industries to drive market
- 9.2.5 TAIWAN
- 9.2.5.1 Growing industrialization and establishment of footwear OEMs to drive market
- 9.2.6 THAILAND
- 9.2.6.1 Growing demand from footwear OEMs to drive market
- 9.2.7 MALAYSIA
- 9.2.7.1 Presence of large footwear industry to drive demand
- 9.2.8 INDONESIA
- 9.2.8.1 Strong export-oriented manufacturing entities to drive market
- 9.3 EUROPE
- 9.3.1 GERMANY
- 9.3.1.1 Growing focus on sustainability and innovative product development to drive market
- 9.3.2 ITALY
- 9.3.2.1 Rising awareness regarding animal welfare to drive market
- 9.3.3 FRANCE
- 9.3.3.1 Excellent aesthetic appeal and easy maintenance to drive demand in footwear and furnishing industries
- 9.3.4 UK
- 9.3.4.1 Booming automotive sector to drive market
- 9.3.5 SPAIN
- 9.3.5.1 Significant car exports to drive market
- 9.3.6 RUSSIA
- 9.3.6.1 Fast-growing automotive and footwear industries to drive market
- 9.3.7 POLAND
- 9.3.7.1 Growing domestic and export markets for furniture to drive demand
- 9.3.8 SWEDEN
- 9.3.8.1 Growing clothing, footwear, and furniture industries to drive market
- 9.3.9 PORTUGAL
- 9.3.9.1 Rising demand from footwear, furnishing, and automotive industries to drive market
- 9.4 NORTH AMERICA
- 9.4.1 US
- 9.4.1.1 Technological advancements and capacity expansions to drive market
- 9.4.2 MEXICO
- 9.4.2.1 Increased footwear export to drive market
- 9.4.3 CANADA
- 9.4.3.1 Expanding end-use industries to drive market
- 9.5 SOUTH AMERICA
- 9.5.1 BRAZIL
- 9.5.1.1 Growing footwear, automotive, and clothing industries to drive market
- 9.5.2 ARGENTINA
- 9.5.2.1 Increasing demand from automotive, furnishing, and footwear industries to drive market
- 9.6 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
- 9.6.1 MIDDLE EAST
- 9.6.1.1 Booming furnishing, automotive, and clothing industries to drive market
- 9.6.2 AFRICA
- 9.6.2.1 Thriving footwear and automotive industries to fuel market growth
10 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 10.1 OVERVIEW
- 10.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN
- 10.3 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS
- 10.4 REVENUE ANALYSIS
- 10.5 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
- 10.5.1 STARS
- 10.5.2 EMERGING LEADERS
- 10.5.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
- 10.5.4 PARTICIPANTS
- 10.5.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
- 10.5.5.1 Company footprint
- 10.5.5.2 Type footprint
- 10.5.5.3 End-use industry footprint
- 10.5.5.4 Region footprint
- 10.6 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023
- 10.6.1 PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES
- 10.6.2 RESPONSIVE COMPANIES
- 10.6.3 DYNAMIC COMPANIES
- 10.6.4 STARTING BLOCKS
- 10.6.5 COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023
- 10.6.5.1 Detailed list of key startups/SMEs
- 10.6.5.2 Competitive benchmarking of key startups/SMEs
- 10.7 BRAND/PRODUCT COMPARISON
- 10.8 COMPANY VALUATION AND FINANCIAL METRICS
- 10.9 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO
- 10.9.1 PRODUCT LAUNCHES
- 10.9.2 DEALS
- 10.9.3 EXPANSIONS
11 COMPANY PROFILES
- 11.1 KEY PLAYERS
- 11.1.1 KURARAY CO., LTD.
- 11.1.1.1 Business overview
- 11.1.1.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.1.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.1.4 MnM view
- 11.1.1.4.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.1.4.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.2 SAN FANG CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
- 11.1.2.1 Business overview
- 11.1.2.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.2.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.2.4 MnM view
- 11.1.2.4.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.2.4.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.2.4.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.3 TEIJIN LIMITED
- 11.1.3.1 Business overview
- 11.1.3.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.3.3 Recent developments
- 11.1.3.3.1 Product launches
- 11.1.3.4 MnM view
- 11.1.3.4.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.3.4.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.3.4.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.4 MAYUR UNIQUOTERS LIMITED
- 11.1.4.1 Business overview
- 11.1.4.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.4.3 MnM view
- 11.1.4.3.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.4.3.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.4.3.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.5 NAN YA PLASTICS CORPORATION
- 11.1.5.1 Business overview
- 11.1.5.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.5.3 MnM view
- 11.1.5.3.1 Key strengths/Right to win
- 11.1.5.3.2 Strategic choices
- 11.1.5.3.3 Weaknesses/Competitive threats
- 11.1.6 FILWEL CO., LTD.
- 11.1.6.1 Business overview
- 11.1.6.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.7 ZHEJIANG HEXIN HOLDINGS CO., LTD.
- 11.1.7.1 Business overview
- 11.1.7.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.8 WANHUA CHEMICAL GROUP CO., LTD.
- 11.1.8.1 Business overview
- 11.1.8.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.9 ALFATEX ITALIA SRL
- 11.1.9.1 Business overview
- 11.1.9.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.1.10 H.R. POLYCOATS PRIVATE LIMITED
- 11.1.10.1 Business overview
- 11.1.10.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 11.2 OTHER PLAYERS
- 11.2.1 KOLON INDUSTRIES, INC.
- 11.2.2 MARVEL VINYLS LIMITED
- 11.2.3 TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC.
- 11.2.4 ANHUI ANLI MATERIAL TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
- 11.2.5 SHANDONG JINFENG ARTIFICIAL LEATHER CO., LTD.
- 11.2.6 ECOLORICA MICROFIBER S.R.L.
- 11.2.7 KONUS KONEX D.O.O.
- 11.2.8 UNITED DECORATIVES PRIVATE LIMITED (JINDAL)
- 11.2.9 ARORA POLYFAB PVT. LTD.
- 11.2.10 ZHEJIANG YONGFA SYNTHETIC LEATHER CO., LTD.
- 11.2.11 POLITEKS SUNI DERI TEKSTIL SAN. LTD.
- 11.2.12 LEO VINYLS
- 11.2.13 PRIMO (PVT) LTD
- 11.2.14 NIRMAL FIBRES (P) LTD.
- 11.2.15 SHAKTI TEX COATERS PRIVATE LIMITED
12 ADJACENT AND RELATED MARKETS
- 12.1 INTRODUCTION
- 12.2 LIMITATIONS
- 12.3 AUTOMOTIVE INTERIOR MATERIALS MARKET
- 12.3.1 MARKET DEFINITION
- 12.3.2 MARKET OVERVIEW
- 12.3.3 AUTOMOTIVE INTERIOR MATERIALS MARKET, BY REGION
13 APPENDIX
- 13.1 DISCUSSION GUIDE
- 13.2 KNOWLEDGESTORE: MARKETSANDMARKETS' SUBSCRIPTION PORTAL
- 13.3 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
- 13.4 RELATED REPORTS
- 13.5 AUTHOR DETAILS