Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 4402
  • Published Date: Sep 09, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Market Segmentation:

Application Segment Analysis

The global carbon fiber reinforced plastic market is segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by application into aerospace & defense, wind turbine, automotive, sports equipment, building & construction, and others. Out of these segments, the automotive segment is estimated to gain the largest market share over the projected time frame. The growth of the segment can be attributed to the increasing demand for and manufacturing of automobiles, whether they are electric or powered by combustion engines, across the globe. This factor is projected to hike the utilization of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and it is predicted to drive the segment’s growth in the market. As per the Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, the sales of vehicles rose from 78, 774,320 units in 2020 to 82, 684, 788 in 2021 worldwide.

Type Segment Analysis

The global carbon fiber reinforced plastic market is also segmented and analyzed for demand and supply by type into thermosetting, thermoplastic, and others. Amongst these segments, the thermosetting segment is expected to garner a significant share. The growth of the segment is ascribed to the escalated utilization of thermosetting resin such as, vinyl, epoxy, polyester, and others in the formation of carbon fiber reinforced plastics since it comprises of the significant properties that are high strength, adhesion, low shrinkage, adaptability, and others. It is observed that thermosetting resins shrinks only by 2 to 8 % during polymerization. Additionally, thermosetting resins are heavily used in multiple industries, such as, automotive, aerospace, marine, oil & gas, wind energy, electrical & electronics, and others.

Our in-depth analysis of the global carbon fiber reinforced plastic market includes the following segments:  

                 By Raw Material

  • Polyacrylonitrile
  • Petroleum Pitch
  • Others

                  By Type

  • Thermosetting
  • Thermoplastic
  • Others

                  By Application

  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Wind Turbine
  • Automotive
  • Sports Equipment
  • Building & Construction
  • Others

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2026, the industry size of carbon fiber reinforced plastic is estimated at USD 25.37 Billion.

The global carbon fiber reinforced plastic market size was around USD 23.53 Billion in 2025 and is likely to expand at a CAGR of more than 8.7%, surpassing USD 54.19 Billion revenue by 2035.

The Asia Pacific carbon fiber reinforced plastic market will hold around 41.9% share by 2035, fueled by rising vehicle demand and rapid automotive growth.

Key players in the market include SGL Carbon SE, Toray Industries, Inc., Röchling SE & Co. KG, Nikkiso Co., Ltd., Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A., Teijin Limited, Hexcel Corporation, PHC Holdings Corporation, Solvay SA, Nippon Graphite Fiber Co., Ltd.
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