Tara Olivo, Associate Editor12.03.21
The demand for nanofibers in the nonwovens industry is poised for growth. According to Allied Market Research, the global demand for nonwoven nanofibers in 2020 was more than 2500 kilotons. Looking ahead, the global demand for nonwoven nanofibers in 2030 is expected to be slightly more than 10,000 kilotons, growing with a lower double-digit CAGR throughout the forecast period.
Initially, fibers having diameter range less than 100 nanometer were considered as nanofibers, although in recent times the scope has been broadened with all fibers having diameter range less than 500 nanometer are considered as nanofibers, according to Prakhar Jain, analyst, Allied Market Research. Additionally, the diameters of nanofibers depend on the type of polymer used and the method of production, he says.
“Nanofibers are unique for their large surface area-to-volume ratio, high porosity, appreciable mechanical strength, and flexibility in functionalization as compared to their microfib
Initially, fibers having diameter range less than 100 nanometer were considered as nanofibers, although in recent times the scope has been broadened with all fibers having diameter range less than 500 nanometer are considered as nanofibers, according to Prakhar Jain, analyst, Allied Market Research. Additionally, the diameters of nanofibers depend on the type of polymer used and the method of production, he says.
“Nanofibers are unique for their large surface area-to-volume ratio, high porosity, appreciable mechanical strength, and flexibility in functionalization as compared to their microfib
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