Market overview
The global nylon market is worth USD 25.0 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 38.0 bn by 2036, growing at a 4.3% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Nylon 6 is the largest by type segment.
| Scope | Nylon (polyamide 6, 66 and specialty polyamides) sold worldwide as textile and industrial fibre, engineering plastics and film. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 24.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 25.0 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 38.0 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.3% |
| Volume 2026 | 8,279 thousand tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 11,999 thousand tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 3,015 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Nylon market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 25.0 bn |
| 2027 | USD 26.0 bn |
| 2028 | USD 27.2 bn |
| 2029 | USD 28.3 bn |
| 2030 | USD 29.5 bn |
| 2031 | USD 30.8 bn |
| 2032 | USD 32.1 bn |
| 2033 | USD 33.5 bn |
| 2034 | USD 35.0 bn |
| 2035 | USD 36.5 bn |
| 2036 | USD 38.0 bn |
Nylon market segmentation
By type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nylon 6 | 62.0% | 60.1% | USD 15.5 bn | 4.0% |
| Nylon 66 | 28.0% | 26.6% | USD 7.0 bn | 3.8% |
| Specialty polyamides | 10.0% | 13.3% | USD 2.5 bn | 7.3% |
By application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fibres and filament yarn | 52.0% | 49.1% | USD 13.0 bn | 3.7% |
| Engineering plastics | 33.0% | 35.9% | USD 8.2 bn | 5.2% |
| Films and packaging | 9.0% | 9.3% | USD 2.2 bn | 4.7% |
| Other | 6.0% | 5.7% | USD 1.5 bn | 3.7% |
By end-use industry
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpet and apparel | 36.0% | 32.0% | USD 9.0 bn | 3.1% |
| Automotive and transport | 22.0% | 24.0% | USD 5.5 bn | 5.2% |
| Electrical and electronics | 14.0% | 15.0% | USD 3.5 bn | 5.0% |
| Packaging | 14.0% | 14.0% | USD 3.5 bn | 4.3% |
| Industrial and consumer | 14.0% | 15.0% | USD 3.5 bn | 5.0% |
By supply form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resin chips | 44.0% | 38.0% | USD 11.0 bn | 2.8% |
| Engineered compounds | 24.0% | 28.0% | USD 6.0 bn | 5.9% |
| Filament and yarn | 32.0% | 34.0% | USD 8.0 bn | 4.9% |
By reinforcement
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unfilled | 52.0% | 46.0% | USD 13.0 bn | 3.0% |
| Glass-fibre reinforced | 28.0% | 30.0% | USD 7.0 bn | 5.0% |
| Other filled and modified | 20.0% | 24.0% | USD 5.0 bn | 6.2% |
Top 25 countries for nylon by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 78.8% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 94.9%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 12.0 bn | 48.0% | USD 18.7 bn | 4.5% |
| 2 | United States | USD 2.0 bn | 8.0% | USD 3.0 bn | 4.0% |
| 3 | India | USD 998 mn | 4.0% | USD 2.0 bn | 7.1% |
| 4 | Germany | USD 998 mn | 4.0% | USD 1.3 bn | 2.6% |
| 5 | Japan | USD 749 mn | 3.0% | USD 913 mn | 2.0% |
| 6 | Taiwan | USD 749 mn | 3.0% | USD 1.1 bn | 4.0% |
| 7 | South Korea | USD 699 mn | 2.8% | USD 1.0 bn | 3.9% |
| 8 | Italy | USD 549 mn | 2.2% | USD 723 mn | 2.8% |
| 9 | Brazil | USD 499 mn | 2.0% | USD 761 mn | 4.3% |
| 10 | Turkey | USD 449 mn | 1.8% | USD 684 mn | 4.3% |
| 11 | France | USD 439 mn | 1.8% | USD 624 mn | 3.6% |
| 12 | United Kingdom | USD 412 mn | 1.6% | USD 586 mn | 3.6% |
| 13 | Mexico | USD 387 mn | 1.6% | USD 631 mn | 5.0% |
| 14 | Indonesia | USD 362 mn | 1.4% | USD 589 mn | 5.0% |
| 15 | Thailand | USD 334 mn | 1.3% | USD 548 mn | 5.0% |
| 16 | Vietnam | USD 310 mn | 1.2% | USD 506 mn | 5.0% |
| 17 | Spain | USD 285 mn | 1.1% | USD 403 mn | 3.5% |
| 18 | Poland | USD 257 mn | 1.0% | USD 369 mn | 3.7% |
| 19 | Russia | USD 232 mn | 0.9% | USD 331 mn | 3.6% |
| 20 | Canada | USD 207 mn | 0.8% | USD 293 mn | 3.5% |
| 21 | Pakistan | USD 180 mn | 0.7% | USD 259 mn | 3.7% |
| 22 | Bangladesh | USD 180 mn | 0.7% | USD 297 mn | 5.1% |
| 23 | Netherlands | USD 155 mn | 0.6% | USD 221 mn | 3.6% |
| 24 | Belgium | USD 155 mn | 0.6% | USD 221 mn | 3.6% |
| 25 | Malaysia | USD 130 mn | 0.5% | USD 183 mn | 3.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 1.3 bn | 5.1% | USD 1.9 bn | 3.9% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- BASF
- Invista
- Ascend Performance Materials
- Toray Industries
- Envalior
- Asahi Kasei
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Domo Chemicals
- UBE Corporation
- Radici Group
- Evonik
- Arkema
- Shenma Industrial
- Lanxess
- Grupa Azoty
- Aquafil
- Highsun Holding Group
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Cathay Biotech
- Hyosung Advanced Materials
- Kolon Industries
- Nilit
- Unifi
- Xinhui Meida Nylon
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the nylon market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 4.3% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by type, by application, by end-use industry, by supply form, by reinforcement. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the nylon market?
The global nylon market is estimated at USD 24.0 bn in 2025 and USD 25.0 bn in 2026.
How fast will the nylon market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 38.0 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.3% from 2026, an increase of USD 13.1 bn.
Which country is the largest market for nylon?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 12.0 bn in 2026, 48.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 60.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 7.1% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which nylon segment is largest?
In the by type split, Nylon 6 is the largest segment with 62.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading nylon companies?
Global leaders include BASF, Invista, Ascend Performance Materials, Toray Industries.
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