The increasing vehicle production boosts demand for airbag fabrics and stringent safety regulations fuel airbag fabric market growth are driving the growth of the Automotive Airbag Fabric Market at a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period 2025 to 2035

Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “Global Automotive Airbag Fabric Market” that contains the information from 2019 to 2035.

The Global Automotive Airbag Fabric Market is estimated to register a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2035.

MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the Global Automotive Airbag Fabric Market — Global Safety Textiles, HMT (Xiamen) New Technical Materials Co., Ltd, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Autoliv, Inc., Kolon Industries, Teijin Limited, Toray Industries, Inc., Toyobo Co., Ltd, Toyota Boshoku Corporation, Indorama Ventures PCL, Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd, Joyson Safety Systems, Milliken, ACME Mills and others.

The Global Automotive Airbag Fabric Market is accounted for registering a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 2,304.94 Million by 2035.

Global automotive airbag fabric market is intricately tied with overall growth in vehicle production. With increased production of vehicles worldwide, demand for airbags and other vital safety components all rises. The airbag is one of the essential modern safety features now found in practically every vehicle. The adoption of airbags arises directly from the increased emphasis placed on consumer safety and regulatory requirements. This global increase in vehicle production directly implies higher demand for textiles used to make airbag fabrics that will protect vehicle occupants in the event of collision. As the automotive industry expands, demand for airbag fabrics continues to grow owing to some main drivers, namely vehicle production growth, consumer expectations, and increasing safety measures.

According to OICA, production of automobiles worldwide in 2021 was estimated to be about 80 million units, which gave a very good base for subsequent growth. This increased to nearly 85 million vehicles in 2022 as part of a continuous growth trend. The fastest jump was between 2022 and 2023, where world automobile output surged by almost 10%, reaching an estimated 94 million units. Such phenomenal growth is a great testament to the recovery and resurgence of the industry following disruptions in automobile production brought about by the pandemic. Such growth in vehicle production leads to better consumption for automobiles and directly affects the supply chain of the entire automobile accessories-about airbags and their fabrics.

As manufacturers are intensively racing to meet the ever-increasing demand, safety features take on greater and greater importance. With almost every region having some regulations that call for serious measures such as basic airbags, rising global production volumes directly correlate with increasing demand for airbag fabrics to ensure all vehicles have required safety systems. The boost to vehicle production, especially in emerging markets and newer vehicular segments such as electric vehicles, accelerates the need for airbag fabrics needed to meet safety requirements.

Road safety is now the watermark for automotive providers, driving them to commit massive levels of investments towards advanced safety technologies. Among these technological aspects of car safety, airbags appear to be the most vital. With vehicle safety being a priority for consumers nowadays, manufacturers have been forced to adopt advanced airbag systems in their designs. Growing consumer awareness compels manufacturers to take advantage of changing performance requirements by also constantly delivering new safety advances along with other performance features.

Airbags must meet stringent requirements to ensure proper deployment during a collision. The fabrics used in the manufacture of airbags must be strong and reliable enough to withstand the pressure and extreme heat present at the time of deployment. With the global increase in vehicle production volume, automakers have made rising investments in the new developments and improvements related to the airbag systems, hence increasing demand for ever better-quality airbag fabrics. This kind of inventiveness within the automotive safety sector creates an ideal setting for airbag systems to perform properly, whereby reducing injuries and fatalities in case of accidents, along with the rising vehicle production.

However, the rise in vehicle production is not only concentrated in the developed countries but also emerging, and recently fast-developing economies. Countries like China, India, and Brazil have experienced a major increase in absolute vehicle production and sales, buoyed by rising middle class dominance leveraging greater access to more diversified financial options. Such countries are increasingly contributing to the global vehicle environment with millions of new vehicles coming onto the markets every year. As these markets mature, the demand for safety features like airbags continues to increase, fueling demand for airbag fabrics.

Moreover, the rise in global vehicle production is influenced by the growing acceptance of electric vehicles. EVs have the same safety features as conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, and airbags are a necessary part of this safety development. The vehicle production volume, including traditional vehicles and EVs, is likely to continue rising, with an industry-wide target above 100 million for production soon.

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Segmental Analysis

The Global Automotive Airbag Fabric Market has been segmented based on Yarn Type, by Coating Type, by Airbag Type and by Vehicle Type.

Based on Yarn type, this segment includes Polyamide and Polyester. The Polyamide segment dominated the global market in 2024, while the Polyester segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. Polyamide or nylon is the most used yarn type in airbag fabrics because of its superior strength-to-weight ratio, durability, and impact resistance. Polyamide fibers are extremely strong so that the tensile strength of an airbag enables it to withstand extreme forces during inflation. In millisecond time, an airbag inflates under very high pressure, where the fabric needs to stay intact to protect a passenger properly. Moreover, the polyamide materials have excellent thermal stability so they can also be applied at different temperatures without any change affecting their performance. This is very important in areas that experience extreme conditions in the weather in that airbag materials should work effectively under high heating conditions and sub-zero levels as well. In addition, the elasticity of polyamide plus its resilience ensure that folded airbags cannot sustain their integrity over time to create crease marks on its material important for its storage in the steering wheels, dashboards, and panels.

Based on Coating Type, this segment includes Neoprene Coated, Silicone Coated, Uncoated. The Silicone Coated segment dominated the global market in 2024, while the Uncoated segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. One of the most dominant markets is silicone-coated automotive airbag fabrics, representing an effective balance between cost-effectiveness, durability, and versatility. Lightweight properties characterize the silicone coating, thereby making it appealing to automakers who want to reduce the weight of vehicles to conserve fuel. Thermal resistance as provided by the silicone layer ensures reliable operation of airbags at the significant temperatures developed when deployed. In addition, there is good abrasion and elongation in the silicone-coated materials. Based on the application, they are suitable for frontal, side-curtain, and knee airbags. The reason silicon-coated fabrics have been enjoyed much more than neoprene-coated materials is pure and simple because they are cheaper than the latter. This has become a material of choice for mass-market vehicles, especially in Asia-Pacific regions where price sensitivity determines the element of purchasing decisions. Leading automobile companies make extensive use of silicon-coated fabrics in compact and mid-range cars.

Based on Airbag Type, this segment includes Front Airbag, Side Airbag, Knee Airbag, Other Airbag. The Front Airbag segment dominated the global market in 2024, while it is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. Front airbags are safety devices that protect passengers in cases of frontal collisions. The fabrics used in airbags must thus meet stringent requirements such as high tensile strength, tear resistance and air permeability so that they become reliable and have precision in their deployment. The most common material used as fabric in front airbags is nylon 6.6 because it has high strength and high temperature resistance. This coating of the silicone or neoprene over the fabric improves on its integrity and resistance to heat while it enhances retention properties for air so that it should inflate correctly when exposed to impact. Front airbag fabrics are in high demand due to the regulatory mandates in developed regions such as North America and Europe, where the front airbags have been mandated in all passenger vehicles. Increased vehicle production in emerging economies further enhances demand for high-quality airbag fabrics, including increased vehicle production. Innovation in lightweight fabric, encouraged by the requirement of a fuel-efficient and lighter vehicle, defines the segment. Next-generation new materials, such as aramid fibers possessing a superior strength-to-weight ratio but at a higher cost, are being researched.

Based on Vehicle type, this segment includes Passenger Car, Light Commercial Vehicle, Heavy Commercial Vehicle. The Passenger Car segment dominated the global market in 2024, while the Light Commercial Vehicle segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. Passenger cars hold a prominent share in this market, mainly because this segment has the highest production volume of all types of vehicles. Additionally, the increasing demand of customers for safer vehicles is also an influential factor in the market for passenger cars. Everywhere, governments and regulatory authorities have forced strict safety regulations on these vehicles, such as equipping them with airbags, which has led to an increased demand for airbag fabrics in passenger cars. Advanced airbag systems, launched in North America and Europe, also include side, curtain, and knee airbags. Altogether, they make up a very robust high-performance airbag fabric market. Technical developments play a leading role in the airbag systems for the passenger car market. Smart airbags deploy more distinctly during severe crashes and minimize force deployment of less massive passengers. High-strength lightweight tear resistance makes it an ideal fabric for such applications. Nylon 6,6 is the best material with high tensile strength and high heat resistance. Disposable income, which is burgeoning in developing markets like the Asia-Pacific region, and vehicle ownership are some of the major growth drives of safety measures, thus leading to the increased demand for airbag fabrics.

Regional Analysis

Geographically, the Global Automotive Airbag Fabric Market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa and South America.

Major demand factors driving the Asia-Pacific market are the increasing vehicle production boosts demand for airbag fabrics and stringent safety regulations fuel airbag fabric market growth. The Asia Pacific automobile airbag fabric market has been growing robustly, mainly due to high demand for safety features in a vehicle and advances in fabric technologies, as well as stringent government regulations that favor vehicle safety. Airbags have become an essential component of modern automobiles, increasing passenger safety during collision greatly. In the Asian Pacific region, where the automotive industry is expanding further, airbag manufacturers face adjustments in changing regulatory standards while enjoying a concurrent increase in the adoption of advanced airbag systems. The automotive airbag fabric market in the region is dominated by countries such as China, Japan, India, and South Korea. With their reputation as major automotive manufacturing bases, these countries have led to a recent surge in vehicle manufacturing and sales. With the quality of vehicles shifting towards improved safety and technological aspects, airbags are not considered an optional but have gained their place as a need in most segments of vehicles.

Strict government safety regulations and rising consumer awareness towards vehicle safety are expected to propel good growth in the North American automotive airbag fabric market. Advanced airbag systems with front, side, curtain, and knee airbags have increased the demand for durable and high-performance fabrics in industry. These materials are predominantly nylon 6,6 and polyester due to their tensile strength and toughness, flexibility, and abrasion resistance. Additionally, these markets are further supplemented by the region's strong automobile industry, particularly in the United States and Canada. The major automobile companies are adopting advanced airbag systems to enhance compliance with various FMVSS 208, NHTSA regulations. One of the major growth driving factors is increased North American light and heavy commercial vehicle production. Combining high demand for SUV and crossover vehicles that mandate multiple airbags has also helped spur market growth. Further, a trend that is affecting product development within this market is electric vehicles. EV makers need to focus on lightweight yet strong airbag fabrics for better energy efficiency. Toray Industries, Toyobo Co., Ltd., among others, who are the industry's top players, have made huge investments in R&D for developing sustainable and high-performance fabrics tailored for modern vehicles.

The Europe automotive airbag fabric market is expected to grow significantly due to increasing regulatory compliance and increased end-user awareness of automobile safety. The European governments have consistently followed stringent safety standards; some of them include the European New Car Assessment Programme, better known as Euro NCAP, which mandates high safety concerns across vehicles. Some regulatory drivers are also key triggers for the demand for airbag fabric because car manufacturers are trying to improve passive safety systems, including airbags, for better grade ratings. Also, the regulation in the European Union mandating fitment of driver and passenger airbags has further driven the industry. Advances in airbag fabric technology also contribute significantly to the growth of the market. These lightweight yet high-performance materials, such as nylon 6,6 and polyester, have quickly become the first choice for simultaneously achieving durability and weight savings. Increased deployment efficiency of airbags comes indirectly with all these additional benefits of fuel efficiency, part of the objective embraced by the automotive industry. What is noteworthy is the infusion of advanced weaving and coating technologies by European manufacturers like Autoliv Inc. and Continental AG to produce textiles that would endure the shock of high-pressure inflation now of impact.

The MEA automotive airbag fabric market is one of the most important sectors of the general automotive safety systems industry. As awareness about road safety increases, tighter government rules and norms are implemented, and changes in different automotive technologies, demand for airbag fabrics mainly goes into using these for airbag cushions placed inside vehicles and is growing gradually. There is a growing number of road accidents and deaths in various countries of the MEA region, most dramatically in the GCC countries of Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, to exacerbate the need for vehicle safety. Moreover, growing automotive production in this region- South Africa is one of the prime countries- and increasing vehicle sales would continue to mandate better safety airbag fabrics. The regulations packages directly affect the MEA automotive airbag fabric market. There have been different legal enactments in the region about improving vehicle safety, therefore adopting the international safety standards by countries in the region, mainly the UNECE regulations.

South American market for automotive airbag fabric is growing with increased production of vehicles and the growing significance of the need for vehicle safety. Since airbags form a critical component when it comes to safety, airbag fabrics, mostly made up of nylon or polyester, form an essential part of making that happen during their activation. Regional factors - technology and its use, regulation, and demand from key automotive hubs like Brazil and Argentina - negatively affect the regional market. The South American region has very tight vehicle safety standards, a factor that compels the setup of airbags in new vehicles by law. For example, Brazil has a regulatory body for all vehicle imports known as DENATRAN. This body requires all new vehicles in certain categories to be installed with airbags. Such safety regulations have raised the demand for airbags, thus providing an opportunity for growth for airbag fabric manufacturers. Market demand in similar safety standards across other South American countries is further going to flourish.

Key Findings of the Study

• The Global Automotive Airbag Fabric Market is expected to reach USD 2,340.94 Million by 2035, at a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period.


• The Asia-Pacific region accounted for the fastest-growing global market.


• Based on the Airbag type, the Front Airbag segment was attributed to holding the largest market in 2024.


• Global Safety Textiles, HMT (Xiamen) New Technical Materials Co., Ltd, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Autoliv, Inc., Kolon Industries, Teijin Limited, Toray Industries, Inc., Toyobo Co., Ltd, Toyota Boshoku Corporation, Indorama Ventures PCL, Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd, Joyson Safety Systems, Milliken, ACME Mills and others are some of the players in the market.