Conductive Textile Market to Reach $9.6B by 2035
The global conductive textile market is projected to expand from USD 3.1 billion in 2025 to USD 9.6 billion by 2035, registering a CAGR of 12.0% over the forecast period. This growth is driven by rising demand across key sectors such as healthcare, defense, and wearable electronics. Conductive textiles are increasingly being adopted for applications like biometric sensors, patient monitoring systems, and smart military gear, owing to their flexibility, electrical conductivity, and integration ease.
“Escalating Demand for Smart Fabrics Will Drive the Conductive Textile Market”
The market’s expansion is primarily fueled by military and defense demand, followed closely by healthcare applications. The rapid growth of the healthcare sector in developing economies, coupled with the aging population’s medical needs and the adoption of advanced treatments and technologies, is expected to propel conductive textile usage in healthcare.
The healthcare industry is anticipated to be a major growth driver, supported by the increasing use of wearable technology devices. The rising popularity of smart fabrics and wearable electronics, along with strong demand from military, healthcare, sports, and fitness industries, will further accelerate market expansion in the coming decade.
Competitive Landscape
Leading players in the conductive textile market include:
3M Company, Eeonyx Corporation, Laird PLC, Metal Textiles Corporation, Parker Hannifin Corporation, Seiren Co. Ltd, Avient Corporation, Swift Textile Metallizing LLC, and Toray Industries Inc.
Manufacturers are increasingly focusing on securing government tenders in the military and defense sectors to boost revenues. Innovation and R&D investments remain central strategies, as key players work to enhance material properties and develop high-performance solutions. In response to rising demand, several market leaders are also expanding their production capacities to cater to diverse end-use industries.
Recent Developments
- Avient Corporation launched a new line of non-fluorine stain-resistant additive concentrates in 2025, expanding its Cesa™ Fiber Additives portfolio. These additives are designed for polyester textiles used in upholstery, automotive interiors, and carpets.
- In the same year, Avient showcased its advanced materials portfolio at Chinaplas 2025, featuring Dyneema woven composites, highlighting its focus on sustainable material innovations for outdoor, lifestyle, and performance textiles.