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Silk Market Size, Share & Growth Forecast by 2035
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Silk Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Types (Mulberry Silk, Tussar Silk, Eri Silk, Other Types) by End Users (Textile, Cosmetics, Medical) by Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Assessment (2018 - 2023) & Forecast (2024 - 2032)

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Revenue Insights

Market Size in 2024

USD 21.45 Billion

Market Size By 2035

USD 28.3 Billion

CAGR (2025 - 2035)

2.55%

Largest Region

Asia Pacific

Fastest Region

Asia Pacific

Base Year

2024

Historic Data

2021 - 2023

Forecast Period

2025 - 2035

Segments Covered

By Types, By End Users, By Region

Report Coverage

The final deliverable will encompass both quantitative and qualitative data, providing a comprehensive analysis of the market. The scope is customizable.

Overview

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The global Silk Market is valued at USD 21.45 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach a value of USD 28.3 Billion by 2035 at a CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) of 2.55% between 2025 and 2035.

Silk Market Size, 2024 To 2035 (USD Billion)

Silk is a natural protein fiber. Some forms of Silk can be woven into textiles and used for further production. The protein fiber of Silk is composed primarily of fibroin and can be produced by certain insects' larvae for forming cocoons. The global Silk market is expected to be driven by rising sericultures technological development and an expanding textile sector. Since Silk does not require sophisticated machinery and equipment, it can often be produced at a lower cost. These factors are expected to propel the growth of the global Silk market during the forecast period.

Silk has many applications, including bicycle tires, pharmaceuticals, and apparel. Additionally, Silk possesses absorbent qualities and low conductive qualities. Studies have indicated that clothes produced from Silk are the best apparel choice to be worn during summer. The triangular prism-like structure of the Silk strand can enable sill clothes to refract the incoming light at different angles and produce a variety of diverse hues. This produces a shimmering appearance. These factors are expected to contribute to the global Silk market to a higher extent.

Silk has found increased utilization within the cosmetic and medicinal fields. Additionally, textiles are a primary consumer of a variety of Silk-based products. Studies have revealed that clothes produced by Silk are extremely comfortable to wear during all seasons and are often preferred by consumers. A popular form of traditional clothing in India, known as sarees, is often produced from Silk. Additionally, Silk produces bridal dresses, evening gowns, scarves, and pillows. These factors will add to the sustainable market growth of the global Silk market.

The presence of dipeptides and tripeptides will account for a rising usage of Silk during the forecast period. Various components, such as amino acids in Silk protein, make them highly desirable for cosmetics and supplement manufacturing applications. However, the fluctuating prices of Silk can limit the growth of the global Silk market. Additionally, factors such as the presence of an unorganized and inadequate marketplace combined with the lack of transportation options will further hinder the global market growth. Countries such as India, Brazil, and Uzbekistan suffer from lower transportation options.

Economic Insights

Politicians, economists, and market experts were divided on whether the global economy would enter a slump in the summer of 2022. The American Federal Reserve has stated that it will continue to raise interest rates until the sky-high inflation rate falls. Since February 2014, Russia and Ukraine have been at odds. It became more intense, however, in February 2022, when Russian soldiers invaded Ukraine after establishing a sizable military presence near the Ukrainian border. After a few days, Russia launched a full-scale operation during a live broadcast, heralding the start of a large-scale invasion of Ukraine. As a result, the Russian economy has been subjected to a slew of sanctions, and many European countries have avoided doing business with the country.

1. Rising Number of Startups: The global Silk market has grown tremendously over the last decade. Since Silk production requires less machinery and initial capital cost, there has been an increased number of startups entering the space.

2. Rising Investment by Developing Players: New companies in the global Silk industry is developing novel ideas expected to have a favorable effect. For instance, in May 2021, ReshaMandi, a market leader in the agro-tech business, enabled Silk growers to raise total revenue and improve their Silk quality through technological interventions. ReshaMandi, offered "cutting-edge" AI & IoT-led ecosystem technologies that assisted more than 5,500 Silk producers in raising their income by 30%.

3. Expanding Textile Industry: Textile is the fastest-growing application wherein Silk is the most utilized, growing continuously. Studies have indicated that the cycle of demand and supply in terms of volumes of Silk has risen. Silk provides a lustrous appearance and is extremely lightweight. Additionally, it is extremely resilient. These factors are expected to expand its utilization within the textile industry, fuelling the growth of the global Silk market during the forecast period.

4. Integration of Silk During Warmer Environments: Silk is used widely in many variations of clothing all over the globe. The absorbency makes Silk clothes extremely comfortable, especially in countries where warm weather is appreciated.

5. Expanding Utilization of Silk for Various Clothing Apparel: ilk is used within shirts, ties, high fashion clothes, lingerie, pajamas, robes, dress suits, sun dresses, and kimonos. Additionally, they can produce pillows, wall hangings, draperies, and upholsteries.

Market Segmentation

The global Silk market can be categorized on the following: Type, End User, and Regions. By type, the market can be segmented across others, mulberry Silk, tussar Silk, and eri Silk. In terms of end user, the market can be fragmented across textile and cosmetics and medical. Likewise, based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa.

Based on Type

Mulberry Silk to Dominate Largest Market Share Due to Increased Utilization within Textile Industry

The segment of mulberry Silk is expected to contribute the largest market share in revenue and sales. Factors such as mulberry Silks rising utilization for garments such as sarees and other trendy outfits are expected to add to the segmental growth. Additionally, a budding textile sector is expected to increase demand for mulberry Silk. Blended with lyocell and polyester, Mulberry Silk can further be integrated for various applications and segmental fuel growth. Eri Silk will grow with the fastest growing CAGR during the forecast period owing to rising utilization within creating mens and womens shawls and fashion designers increasing usage in their trendy creations.

Based on End User

Textile to Occupy Largest Market Share While Cosmetics & Medical to Grow with the Fastest Growing CAGR

Textiles are the leading consumer of various kinds of Silk as they offer incredible properties, including lightweight, a luxurious feel, and great strength. Additionally, textiles are being continuously used for producing wedding dresses, gowns, blouses, scarves, and neckties combined with other domestic items, including pillows, wall hangings, draperies, and other upholstery items. These factors are expected to add to the segmental growth during the forecast period. Medical and cosmetics will grow with the fastest growing CAGR during the forecast period owing to the production of surgical sutures, clothing, Silk comforter, and parachutes.

Based on Region

Asia Pacific to Reign Dominance Due to the Presence of Prominent Players

The global Silk market is expected to be dominated by the region of Asia Pacific due to the presence of numerous dominant players combined with the rising number of aggressive marketing strategies.

Additionally, rising demand for Silk from emerging economies such as India, Thailand, and Uzbekistan will further propel the growth of a budding Silk market in the Asia Pacific. Data from various government agencies indicated that in 2021, India produced nearly 26,500 metric tonnes of Silk from major Silk-producing states including Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Assam, Karnataka, and Gujarat, among others. Additionally, the rising demand for Silk from Asia Pacific is expected to be supported by the rising population boom combined with the rising number of start-ups entering the space.

Europe is expected to hold the second-largest market share in sales and revenue. The European market is expected to be dominated by Italy as it is a major importer of Silk from China. Additionally, France will be a major contributor to the European Silk market due to its increased focus on clothes and other apparel.

Competitive Landscape

The global Silk industry is extremely competitive due to the presence of many dominant players. Players are focused on managing their supply chains toward creating an effective manufacturing process with standardized SOPs. Additionally, these players aim for aggressive marketing practices to widen their product portfolios and reach the maximum number of consumers.

The key players in the global Silk market include - Anhui Silk Co. Ltd. (China) among others.

Recent Market Developments:

In August 2024, Northeastern Handicrafts and Handlooms Development Corporation acquired the OEKO-TEX certification from Germany for its eri silk. This certification guarantees textiles to be of environmentally friendly conditions and produces testing for harmful substances. NEHHDC has been inducted under the Indian Ministry of Development of the Northeastern Region’s DoNER.

In January 2024, AMSilk GmbH and Danish 21st.BIO A/S announced to assist AMSilk with the expansion of the manufacture of recombinant spider silk protein through the use of E coli bacteria.

In January 2024, Parmeshwari Silk Mills board reviewed Harappa Textile Mills acquisition. Current board members are keen on expanding their businesses into a related line of Harappa located firm, this is expected to be reviewed by the board of directors of Parmeshwari Silk Mills.

In 2024, AMSilk, a silk-producing firm, managed to synthesize silk proteins through bacterial fermentation. This new approach allowed the firm to engineer silk fibers that are more sustainable, biodegradable and free from any type of petrochemicals.

In December 2023, Kraig Biocraft Laboratories Inc. discovered the latest batch of recombinant spider silk which led to them commencing the production season much earlier than usual. The strategy of commencing earlier allowed Kraig Biocraft confirm the preset schedule of silk production created by the leading company.

In January of 2023, India’s Jammu and Kashmir state plant government offered a grant of USD 11 million in order to restore the condition of silk cultivation. This law includes an array of activities, ranging from mulberry leaf provision to enhanced seed’ and worm production, as well as increased reeling facilities in order to maximize the number of cocoons in the area.

In 2022 Jiangsu Sutong Cocoon and Silk Co. Ltd and Gunze from Japan formed a business alliance for the joint advancement of responsible silk products. The two organizations will collaborate to increase their respective share of the worldwide market.

Segmentation of the Global Silk Market

Market Segmentation

ParameterDetails
Segment Covered

By Types

  • Mulberry Silk
  • Tussar Silk
  • Eri Silk
  • Other Types

By End Users

  • Textile
  • Cosmetics
  • Medical

By Region

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
  • Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Nordic Countries, Benelux Union, Rest of Europe)
  • Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, New Zealand, Australia, South Korea, South-East Asia, Rest of Asia Pacific)
  • Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of Latin America)
  • Middle East & Africa
Companies Covered
  • Anhui Silk Co. Ltd. (China)
  • AmSilk GmbH (Germany)
  • Wujiang First Textile Co. Ltd. (China)
  • Zhejiang Jiaxin Silk Co. Ltd. (China)
  • Sichuan Nanchong Liuhe (Group) Corp. (China)
  • ShengKun Silk Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (China)
  • Wujiang Wanshiyi Silk Co. Ltd. (China)
  • Libas Textiles Ltd (Bangladesh)
  • Bolt Threads (U.S.)
  • Jiangsu Sutong Cocoon And Silk Co. (China)
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