European composite fiber usage doubles in 2015

According to the analysis of the foreign fiber products market, by 2015, the sales volume of European natural fiber for composite reinforced materials may increase from 40,000 tons to 50,000 tons, compared with 20,000 tons in 2010.

According to the report of Lucintel of the United States, in 2010, the total value of the global natural fiber composite materials market reached US$2.1 billion, and the demand for natural fibers and resins will continue to grow rapidly. The main reasons for using natural fibers are: reducing weight, achieving better environmental balance, lowering costs, and making complex structural parts.

There has been doubt about the cost-effectiveness and quality control stability of natural fiber composites. However, manufacturers and researchers have eloquently demonstrated that bio-based composites can now be made with greatly improved stiffness and strength. Fibers such as flax and wool have entered the automobile, construction, sports and entertainment industries, and continuous technological innovation will open up new opportunities.