Product Code: 978-1-68038-196-2
Insulation Market Summary
The global insulation market size was estimated at USD 69.43 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 127.70 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.0% from 2025 to 2033. Rising consumer awareness pertaining to energy conservation is likely to remain a crucial driving factor for the global insulation industry.
Favorable regulations in a majority of regions are also expected to have a positive impact on market growth. In addition, increased infrastructure spending in the emerging markets of the Asia Pacific & Latin America is expected to propel the insulation industry growth. On the other hand, fluctuating prices of the fundamental raw materials are expected to continue to pose a challenge for market participants.
Rapid urbanization and increasing construction activities across developing economies are major demand drivers. Regulatory mandates related to thermal performance and energy savings have prompted builders to use advanced insulation solutions. The rise in HVAC installations, especially in commercial and retail sectors, creates indirect demand. Innovations in material science, such as vacuum insulation panels, aerogels, and spray foam, are enabling better thermal performance at lower thicknesses. Sustainability-driven consumers and corporations are also influencing the selection of eco-friendly, recyclable insulation products. Moreover, the rising prominence of temperature-sensitive logistics, like pharmaceuticals and food, has expanded insulation needs beyond construction.
The market is witnessing a shift toward environmentally sustainable insulation materials, including sheep wool, cellulose, mycelium, and recycled denim. High-performance aerogels, vacuum insulation panels (VIPs), and phase-change materials (PCMs) are gaining ground in high-end applications. Smart insulation integrated with IoT sensors for thermal performance tracking is emerging. Modular and prefabricated construction methods are increasing the use of factory-fitted insulation panels. Companies are investing in low-emission and fire-resistant insulation materials. Digital tools are also being used to simulate energy savings pre-construction. Overall, sustainability, circularity, and performance optimization are shaping R&D in the insulation industry.
Global Insulation Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at regional & country levels and provides an analysis of the industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the insulation market report based on the product, end use, and region:
- Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- Glass Wool
- Mineral Wool
- EPS
- XPS
- CMS Fibers
- Calcium Silicate
- Aerogel
- Cellulose
- PIR
- Phenolic Foam
- Polyurethane
- End-Use Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- Infrastructure
- Industrial
- HVAC & OEM
- Transportation
- Appliances
- Furniture
- Packaging
- Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Central & South America
- Middle East & Africa
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Outlook
- 2.2. Segmental Outlook
- 2.3. Competitive Insights
Chapter 3. Insulation Market Variables, Trends, & Scope
- 3.1. Market Segmentation
- 3.2. Market Size And Growth Prospects, 2021 - 2033
- 3.3. Insulation Material Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3.1. Major Raw Material Trends
- 3.3.2. List of Key End-Users, by region
- 3.4. Technology Overview
- 3.5. Regulatory Framework
- 3.6. Market Dynamics
- 3.6.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.6.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.6.3. Industry Challenges
- 3.7. Business Environment Analysis: Insulation Market
- 3.7.1. Industry Analysis - Porter's
- 3.7.1.1. Supplier Power
- 3.7.1.2. Buyer Power
- 3.7.1.3. Substitution Threat
- 3.7.1.4. Threat from New Entrant
- 3.7.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 3.7.2. PESTEL Analysis
- 3.7.2.1. Political Landscape
- 3.7.2.2. Environmental Landscape
- 3.7.2.3. Social Landscape
- 3.7.2.4. Technology Landscape
- 3.7.2.5. Economic Landscape
- 3.7.2.6. Legal Landscape
Chapter 4. Insulation Market Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. Global insulation market share, by product, 2024 & 2033
- 4.2. Glass Wool
- 4.2.1. 4.2.1 Insulation Market Estimates And Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.3. Mineral Wool
- 4.3.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.4. EPS
- 4.4.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.5. XPS
- 4.5.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.6. CMS Fibers
- 4.6.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.7. Calcium Silicate
- 4.7.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.8. Aerogel
- 4.8.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.9. Cellulose
- 4.9.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.10. PIR (Polysio)
- 4.10.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.11. Phenolic Foam
- 4.11.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.12. Polyurethane
- 4.12.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Chapter 5. Insulation Market - End-Use Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. Global insulation market share, by End-Use, 2024 & 2033
- 5.2. Infrastructure
- 5.2.1. Global insulation market estimates & forecasts, by construction, 2021 - 2033
- 5.2.2. Residential Infrastructure
- 5.2.2.1 Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.2.3. Non-residential & Commercial Infrastructures
- 5.2.3.1 Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.3. Industrial
- 5.3.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.4. HVAC & OEM
- 5.4.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.5. Transportation
- 5.5.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.5.2. Automotive
- 5.5.2.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.5.3. Marine
- 5.5.3.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.5.4. Aerospace
- 5.5.4.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.6. Appliances
- 5.6.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.7. Furniture
- 5.7.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.8. Packaging
- 5.8.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Chapter 6. Insulation Market - Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. Insulation Production Volume Share by Region, 2024 & 2033
- 6.2. Global
- 6.2.1. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.2. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.3. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3. North America
- 6.3.1. North America Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.2. North America Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, by product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.3. North America Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.4. U.S.
- 6.3.4.1. U.S. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.4.2. U.S. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.4.3. U.S. Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.5. Canada
- 6.3.5.1. Canada Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.5.2. Canada Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.5.3. Canada Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.6. Mexico
- 6.3.6.1. Mexico Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.6.2. Mexico Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.6.3. Mexico Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4. Europe
- 6.4.1. Europe Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.2. Europe Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.3. Europe Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.4. Germany
- 6.4.4.1. Germany Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.4.2. Germany Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.4.3. Germany Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.5. UK
- 6.4.5.1. UK Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.5.2. UK Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.5.3. UK Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.6. France
- 6.4.6.1. France Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.6.2. France Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.6.3. France Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.7. Italy
- 6.4.7.1. Italy Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.7.2. Italy Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.7.3. Italy Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.8. Spain
- 6.4.8.1. Spain Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.8.2. Spain Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.8.3. Spain Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5. Asia Pacific
- 6.5.1. Asia Pacific Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.2. Asia Pacific Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.3. Asia Pacific Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.4. China
- 6.5.4.1. China Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.4.2. China Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.4.3. China Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.5. India
- 6.5.5.1. India Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.5.2. India Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.5.3. India Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.6. Japan
- 6.5.6.1. Japan Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.6.2. Japan Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.6.3. Japan Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.7. South Korea
- 6.5.7.1. South Korea Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.7.2. South Korea Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.7.3. South Korea Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.6. Central & South America
- 6.6.1. Central & South America Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.6.2. Central & South America Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.6.3. Central & South America Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.7. Middle East & Africa
- 6.7.1. Middle East & Africa Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.7.2. Middle East & Africa Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By Product 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.7.3. Middle East & Africa Insulation Market Estimates and Forecasts, By End-Use, 2021 - 2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Chapter 7. Insulation Market: Competitive Analysis
- 7.1. Key Global Player, Their Initiatives, & Their Impact on the Market
- 7.2. Participant Categorization
- 7.3. Vendor Landscape
- 7.3.1. List of Key Distributors & Channel Partners
- 7.3.2. Key Customers
- 7.4. Company Market Positioning
- 7.5. Competitive Environment
- 7.6. Strategy Framework
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
- 8.1. GAF Materials Corporation
- 8.1.1. Company overview
- 8.1.2. Financial performance
- 8.1.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.1.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.2. Huntsman International LLC
- 8.2.1. Company overview
- 8.2.2. Financial performance
- 8.2.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.2.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.3. Johns Manville
- 8.3.1. Company overview
- 8.3.2. Financial performance
- 8.3.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.3.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.4. Cellofoam North America, Inc.
- 8.4.1. Company overview
- 8.4.2. Financial performance
- 8.4.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.4.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.5. Rockwool International A/S
- 8.5.1. Company overview
- 8.5.2. Financial performance
- 8.5.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.5.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.6. DuPont
- 8.6.1. Company overview
- 8.6.2. Financial performance
- 8.6.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.6.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.7. Owens Corning
- 8.7.1. Company overview
- 8.7.2. Financial performance
- 8.7.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.7.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.8. Atlas Roofing Corporation
- 8.8.1. Company overview
- 8.8.2. Financial performance
- 8.8.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.8.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.9. Saint-Gobain S.A.
- 8.9.1. Company overview
- 8.9.2. Financial performance
- 8.9.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.9.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.10. Kingspan Group
- 8.10.1. Company overview
- 8.10.2. Financial performance
- 8.10.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.10.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.11. BASF Polyurethanes GmbH
- 8.11.1. Company overview
- 8.11.2. Financial performance
- 8.11.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.11.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.12. Knauf Gips KG
- 8.12.1. Company overview
- 8.12.2. Financial performance
- 8.12.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.12.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.13. Armacell International Holding GmbH
- 8.13.1. Company overview
- 8.13.2. Financial performance
- 8.13.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.13.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.14. URSA
- 8.14.1. Company overview
- 8.14.2. Financial performance
- 8.14.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.14.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.15. Covestro AG
- 8.15.1. Company overview
- 8.15.2. Financial performance
- 8.15.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.15.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.16. Recticel NV/SA
- 8.16.1. Company overview
- 8.16.2. Financial performance
- 8.16.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.16.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.17. Carlisle Companies, Inc.
- 8.17.1. Company overview
- 8.17.2. Financial performance
- 8.17.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.17.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.18. Bridgestone Corporation
- 8.18.1. Company overview
- 8.18.2. Financial performance
- 8.18.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.18.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.19. Fletcher Building
- 8.19.1. Company overview
- 8.19.2. Financial performance
- 8.19.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.19.4. Strategic initiatives
- 8.20. 3M Company
- 8.20.1. Company overview
- 8.20.2. Financial performance
- 8.20.3. Product benchmarking
- 8.20.4. Strategic initiatives