PAN-based Carbon Fiber Industry Research: at a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period

QY Research Inc. (Global Market Report Research Publisher) announces the release of 2025 latest report "PAN-based Carbon Fiber- Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2026-2032". Based on current situation and impact historical analysis (2020-2024) and forecast calculations (2026-2032), this report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global PAN-based Carbon Fiber market, including market size, share, demand, industry development status, and forecasts for the next few years.

The global market for PAN-based Carbon Fiber was estimated to be worth US$ 6003 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 9.16 billion by 2031 with a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period 2025-2031.

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PAN-Based Carbon Fiber: Global Market Analysis & Strategic Forecast 2025-2031

1. Executive Summary: The Backbone of Modern Performance
The global PAN-based carbon fiber market is on a robust growth trajectory, projected to expand from its current base to USD 9.16 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 7.4%. As the premier high-performance reinforcement material, PAN carbon fiber is central to global megatrends of lightweighting, energy efficiency, and advanced manufacturing. Its unparalleled strength-to-weight ratio and durability are catalyzing innovation from the skies to the roads, positioning it as a critical enabler of next-generation technology across industries.

2. Product Definition & Core Value Proposition
Polyacrylonitrile (PAN)-based carbon fiber is an advanced material manufactured by thermally treating PAN precursor fibers. The process involves stabilization in air and high-temperature carbonization in an inert atmosphere, transforming the polymer into a lightweight, crystalline carbon structure.
Its defining value lies in an exceptional combination of properties:

Extreme Specific Strength & Stiffness: Superior mechanical performance at a very low density (~1.75-1.95 g/cm3).

Fatigue & Corrosion Resistance: Offers long-term durability in demanding environments.

Thermal & Chemical Stability: Maintains performance under stress.
This makes it the material of choice for applications where reducing weight directly translates to enhanced efficiency, performance, and functionality.

3. Market Size, Concentration, and Key Players
The market is characterized by high barriers to entry and significant consolidation. In 2024, the top 10 global manufacturers commanded approximately 80% of total market revenue, underscoring the dominance of established players with integrated production and deep technological expertise.
Leading companies include Toray Industries, Hexcel, Teijin, Mitsubishi Chemical, SGL Carbon, Hyosung, and emerging leaders from China such as Zhongfu Shenying, Weihai Guangwei, and Jilin Chemical Fiber Group. Competition revolves around grade specialization, cost leadership, and securing long-term contracts in key verticals like aerospace.

4. Market Segmentation Analysis
4.1 By Product Type: Small Tow Dominates Performance

Small Tow (≤24K Filaments): The dominant segment, holding 77.63% market share in 2024. It is essential for high-performance applications requiring superior strength and consistency, primarily in aerospace, defense, and premium sporting goods.

Large Tow (≥48K Filaments): The cost-optimized segment targeted at industrial applications like automotive parts, wind energy, and construction, where volume and cost-per-kilogram are critical drivers.

4.2 By Application: Aerospace as the Primary Engine

Aerospace & Defense: The largest and most demanding segment, accounting for approximately 49.0% of global consumption. It drives innovation in high-modulus grades and sets the benchmark for quality and certification.

Wind Energy: A major growth driver, using carbon fiber in spar caps for longer, more efficient turbine blades.

Automotive Lightweighting: A high-potential market as electric vehicle manufacturers adopt composites to extend battery range.

Sporting Goods & Pressure Vessels: Established markets that continue to provide steady demand for high-strength grades.

Construction & Civil Engineering: An emerging application for structural reinforcement, offering a significant future growth avenue.

5. Industry Chain & Cost Structure
5.1 The Integrated Value Chain

Upstream: Relies on key raw materials like acrylonitrile monomer and specialized solvents. Access to stable, cost-effective precursor supply is a major strategic advantage.

Midstream: The core manufacturing phase involving precursor spinning, oxidative stabilization, and carbonization. This stage is highly energy-intensive and capital-demanding.

Downstream: Encompasses the conversion of carbon fiber into intermediate forms (fabrics, prepregs) and final composite components for end-users.

5.2 Cost and Profitability Dynamics
Production cost is heavily influenced by precursor cost (~35%) and manufacturing energy consumption (~50%), particularly during stabilization and carbonization. Industry-average gross margins range from 25% to 30%, with vertically integrated players achieving higher margins through upstream control and process optimization.

6. Regional Landscape and Competitive Shifts
The market has traditionally been led by Japanese, U.S., and European producers who dominate the high-end aerospace segment. However, a significant shift is underway:

China has emerged as a powerhouse in large-tow industrial-grade capacity and is rapidly advancing its capabilities in higher-performance grades.

The global supply landscape is evolving from high concentration toward greater regional diversification, driven by supply chain security and local demand.

7. Key Market Drivers and Future Trends
7.1 Primary Growth Drivers

Aerospace Expansion: Rising production rates of next-generation commercial aircraft and growing defense budgets.

Renewable Energy Adoption: Demand for longer wind turbine blades to improve energy yield.

Automotive Transformation: The push for lightweighting in electric vehicles to maximize battery efficiency and performance.

Infrastructure Modernization: Increased use in seismic retrofitting and repair of civil structures.

7.2 Strategic Future Trends

Technology: Advancements in low-energy stabilization, rapid carbonization, and bio-based precursors to reduce cost and environmental impact.

Manufacturing: Growth of recycling technologies and adoption of AI/automation to improve yield and consistency.

Application Diversification: Expansion into hydrogen storage tanks, urban air mobility, and advanced rail transit.

Supply Chain: Continued move toward regionalized production and strategic vertical integration to ensure resilience.



The report provides a detailed analysis of the market size, growth potential, and key trends for each segment. Through detailed analysis, industry players can identify profit opportunities, develop strategies for specific customer segments, and allocate resources effectively.

The PAN-based Carbon Fiber market is segmented as below:
By Company
Toray Industries, Inc.
Hexcel
Jilin Chemical Fiber Group
Mitsubishi Chemical
Teijin
Hyosung Advanced Materials
SGL Carbon
Zhongfu Shenying Carbon Fiber Co.,Ltd.
Weihai Guangwei Composites Co., Ltd.
Newtech Group Co., Ltd.
Aksa Carbon
Sinopec Shanghai Petrochemical Company Limited
Jiangsu Hengshen Co.,Ltd.
Sinofibers Technology Co., Ltd.
Formosa Plastic Group
Shanxi Gangke Carbon Materials Co., Ltd
Syensqo
UMATEX
Changsheng (Langfang) Technology Co., Ltd
Taekwang
Lanzhou Blue Star Fiber Co., Ltd
China National Petroleum Corporation Jilin Petrochemical Branch
Henan Yongmei Carbon Fiber Co., Ltd

Segment by Type
Small Tow
Big Tow

Segment by Application
Aerospace & Military
Wind Turbine Blades
Sports & Leisure
Pressure Vessels
Molding & Composite Materials
Automotive
Carbon-Carbon Composites
Construction
Electronics & Electrical
Others

Each chapter of the report provides detailed information for readers to further understand the PAN-based Carbon Fiber market:

Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the PAN-based Carbon Fiber report, global total market size (valve, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry. (2021-2032)
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of PAN-based Carbon Fiber manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc. (2021-2026)
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various PAN-based Carbon Fiber market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments. (2021-2032)
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.(2021-2032)
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of PAN-based Carbon Fiber in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world..(2021-2032)
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of PAN-based Carbon Fiber in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.(2021-2032)
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc. (2021-2026)
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.

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Industry Analysis: QYResearch provides PAN-based Carbon Fiber comprehensive industry data and trend analysis, including raw material analysis, market application analysis, product type analysis, market demand analysis, market supply analysis, downstream market analysis, and supply chain analysis.

and trend analysis. These analyses help clients understand the direction of industry development and make informed business decisions.

Market Size: QYResearch provides PAN-based Carbon Fiber market size analysis, including capacity, production, sales, production value, price, cost, and profit analysis. This data helps clients understand market size and development potential, and is an important reference for business development.

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