The Global Market for Cellulose Nanofibers 2026-2036 - Advanced and Emerging Technology Market Research

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Published: August 2025
Pages: 400
Tables: 129
Figures: 190

The global cellulose nanofiber market is experiencing robust expansion, fuelled by increasing environmental consciousness, stringent regulations on petroleum-based materials, and the superior properties that CNFs offer compared to conventional materials. The market demonstrates distinct regional characteristics, with Asia-Pacific, particularly Japan, leading in both production capacity and technological innovation. Japan has emerged as a global hub for CNF research and commercialization, with major companies like Nippon Paper Industries, Oji Holdings, and Asahi Kasei driving market development. China and Malaysia are expanding their presence, focusing on cost-effective production methods and large-scale manufacturing capabilities.

The CNF market spans numerous high-growth sectors. Composites represent a major application segment, where CNFs serve as reinforcing agents in polymer matrices, offering superior strength-to-weight ratios for automotive and aerospace applications. The automotive industry is particularly significant, with CNFs being incorporated into interior components, air intake systems, and tire formulations to reduce weight and improve performance. Paper and packaging applications leverage CNF's barrier properties and biodegradability, addressing growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. The construction sector utilizes CNFs as cement additives and in thermal insulation materials, capitalizing on their reinforcing properties and environmental benefits. Emerging high-value applications include biomedical and healthcare products, where CNF's biocompatibility enables development of wound dressings, drug delivery systems, and tissue engineering scaffolds. Filtration applications exploit CNF's high surface area and customizable pore structures for water treatment and air filtration systems.

Despite promising growth prospects, the market faces several challenges. Production costs remain relatively high compared to conventional materials, limiting adoption in price-sensitive applications. Scale-up from laboratory to commercial production presents technical hurdles, particularly in maintaining consistent quality and properties. Additionally, standardization of CNF grades and testing methods requires further development to facilitate broader market acceptance. However, these challenges present significant opportunities. Companies in Japan have expanded production in 2025 and many products are coming to the market in personal care and food additives.

The cellulose nanofiber market is positioned for substantial growth through 2036, driven by sustainability megatrends, regulatory pressures favouring bio-based materials, and continuous technological improvements. Key success factors include developing cost-effective production processes, establishing quality standards, and creating value-added applications that justify premium pricing. The market's evolution will likely see consolidation around established players with proven production capabilities, while new entrants focus on specialized applications and novel feedstock sources. As production scales increase and costs decrease, CNFs are expected to penetrate mainstream markets, particularly in packaging, construction, and automotive sectors, establishing cellulose nanofibers as a cornerstone material in the transition toward a sustainable, bio-based economy.

The Global Market for Cellulose Nanofibers 2026-2036 provides in-depth analysis of the rapidly expanding global cellulose nanofiber (CNF) market, covering market dynamics, production technologies, end-user applications, regional demand patterns, and competitive landscape through 2036.

Report contents include:

Global cellulose nanofiber market outlook 2026-2036 with demand forecasts in metric tons
Comprehensive SWOT analysis of the cellulose nanofiber industry
Key applications analysis across 12+ end-user markets
Regional market breakdown by Japan, China, Malaysia, Western Europe, and North America
Global government funding initiatives and policy support analysis
Critical market challenges and growth opportunities assessment
Comprehensive feedstock analysis including wood, plant fibers, tunicate, algae, and bacterial sources
Detailed evaluation of 20+ commercial cellulose fiber sources: cotton, hemp, jute, flax, bamboo, agricultural residues
Regenerated cellulose fibers and ionic liquids applications
Comparative advantages of cellulose nanofibers versus conventional materials
Production Technologies & Manufacturing:
- Detailed analysis of manufacturing processes and emerging production technologies
- Process scale-up challenges and commercialization strategies
- Production economics analysis with cost breakdowns
- 15+ pre-treatment and synthesis methods including acid hydrolysis, TEMPO oxidation, enzymatic processing
- Advanced production techniques: microwave irradiation, deep eutectic solvents, electron beam irradiation
- Production capacity analysis by manufacturer with wet/dry processing capabilities
Market Analysis & Pricing:
- CNF production capacities by type and processing method
- Comprehensive pricing analysis across product grades and applications
- Commercial CNF products matrix with applications and pricing
- Market demand forecasting methodology and assumptions
End-User Market Analysis:
- Composites: Automotive composites, biocomposite films, barrier packaging, thermal insulation, construction composites
- Automotive: Composite components, air intake systems, tire applications with OEM partnerships
- Buildings & Construction: Sandwich composites, cement additives, thermal insulation solutions
- Paper & Packaging: Reinforcement applications, biodegradable food packaging, paperboard coatings
- Textiles & Apparel: Deodorizer applications, footwear innovations, antimicrobial properties
- Biomedicine & Healthcare: Wound dressings, drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds
- Hygiene & Sanitary Products: Adult diapers, sanitary applications, odor control
- Paints & Coatings: Rheology modification, barrier properties, sustainable formulations
- Aerogels: Thermal insulation, filtration, lightweight materials
- Oil & Gas: Fracturing fluids, separation membranes, drilling fluid additives
- Filtration: Selective absorption membranes, water treatment, air filtration
- Rheology Modifiers: Food additives, cosmetics, hydrogels, Pickering stabilizers
Emerging Applications Analysis:
- Printed, stretchable, and flexible electronics with market assessments
- 3D printing applications and material requirements
- Aerospace applications including lightweight composites
- Battery applications for energy storage systems
Regulatory Environment & Standards:
- International standards (ISO) and American National Standards
- CSA Group standards and compliance requirements
- Toxicity studies and safety assessments
- Global regulatory framework analysis
Comprehensive Company Profiles:
- Detailed profiles including production processes, product portfolios, applications, and commercial status
- Financial analysis and market positioning
- Technology partnerships and R&D capabilities
- Production capacity and facility locations
Market Forecasts & Regional Analysis:
- Demand forecasts in metric tons by application (2018-2036)
- Revenue projections in millions USD across all sectors
- Regional market analysis with growth drivers and constraints
- Technology roadmaps and commercialization timelines

Companies profiled include Adsorbi, Aichemist Metal Inc., ANPOLY Inc., Asahi Kasei Corporation, Azul Energy, Beijing Ding Sheng Xiong Di Technology Co. Ltd., Betulium Oy, Blue BioFuels Inc., CD Bioparticles, Cellucomp Ltd., Cellulose Lab, Centre Technique du Papier (CTP), Chemkey Advanced Materials Technology (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., Chuetsu Pulp & Paper Co. Ltd., CNNT, DaikyoNishikawa Corporation, Daio Paper Corporation, Daishowa Paper Products Co. Ltd., Denso Corporation, DIC, DKS Co. Ltd., Earth Recycle Co. Ltd., Ehime Paper Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Evolgene Genomics SL, Fibercoat GmbH, Fillerbank Limited, FineCell Sweden AB, FP Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., Fuji Pigment Co. Ltd., Furukawa Electric Co. Ltd., Gen Corporation, Glamarium OÜ Technologies, Granbio Technologies, GreenNano Technologies Inc., GS Alliance Co. Ltd., Guilin Qihong Technology, Hansol Paper Ltd., Harvest Nano Inc., Hattori Shoten K.K., Hexa Chemical Co. Ltd./Nature Gift, Hokuetsu Corporation, i-Compology Corporation, InventWood, The Japan Steel Works Ltd., JeNaCell GmbH (Evonik), Kami Shoji Company, Kao Corporation, KOS 21, KRI Inc., Lenzing AG, Maniwa Biochemical, Marine Nanofiber Co. Ltd., Marusumi Paper Company Limited, Marutomi Seishi Co. Ltd., Masuko Sangyo Co. Ltd., Matsuo Handa Co. Ltd., Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation/Mitsubishi Paper Mills Limited, Mizuno Kinzoku Shoji Co. Ltd., Mori Machinery Co. Ltd., Moorim P&P, MOVIC AMT Co. Ltd., Nanografi Co. Inc., Nanollose Ltd., National Research Company, Natural Friend, Nature Costech Co. Ltd., Nature Gifts Co. Ltd., Nippon Paper Industries, Nippon Shizai Co. Ltd., Nissin Kogyo Co. Ltd., Norske Skog ASA, Ocean TuniCell AS, Oita CELENA Co. Ltd., Omura Paint Co. Ltd., Onkyo Corporation, Oji Holdings Corporation, Osaka Gas Chemicals Co. Ltd., Panasonic Holdings Corporation, Performance BioFilaments Inc., PhotoCide Protection Inc., Re-Fresh Global, Rengo Co. Ltd., Ripro Corporation, Risho Kogyo Co. Ltd., Sanwa Kako Co. Ltd., Sappi Limited, Seiko PMC Corporation, Sharp Chemical Ind. Co. Ltd., Shinwa Kako KK, SK Leaveo, Smart Reactors, Starlite Co. Ltd., Sugino Machine Limited, Svilosa AD, Take Cite Co. Ltd., Taiyo Holdings Co. Ltd., Tianjon Haojia Cellulose Co. Ltd., Tentok Paper Co. Ltd., Toagosei Co. Ltd. and more......

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 23

1.1 The market for cellulose nanofibers in 2025 23
1.2 Market outlook 24
1.3 Applications 25
1.4 SWOT analysis 28
1.5 Global demand in metric tons, 2018-2036 29
1.6 Market challenges for cellulose nanofibers 31
1.7 Cellulose nanofibers market by region 32
- 1.7.1 Japan 33
- 1.7.2 China 34
- 1.7.3 Malaysia 35
- 1.7.4 Western Europe 35
- 1.7.5 North America 35
1.8 Global government funding and initiatives 36

2 INTRODUCTION 38

2.1 Cellulose 38
2.2 Cellulose Nanofibers Definition and Classification 40
2.3 Feedstocks 41
- 2.3.1 Wood 41
- 2.3.2 Plant 42
- 2.3.3 Tunicate 42
- 2.3.4 Algae 43
- 2.3.5 Bacteria 43
2.4 Commercial production of cellulose fibers from plants 43
- 2.4.1 Seed fibers 44
- 2.4.2 Cotton 44
  - 2.4.2.1.1 Kapok 45
  - 2.4.2.1.2 Luffa 46
- 2.4.3 Bast fibers 46
  - 2.4.3.1 Jute 47
  - 2.4.3.2 Hemp 48
  - 2.4.3.3 Flax 49
  - 2.4.3.4 Ramie 51
  - 2.4.3.5 Kenaf 52
  - 2.4.3.6 Leaf fibers 53
    - 2.4.3.6.1 Sisal 53
    - 2.4.3.6.2 Abaca 54
- 2.4.4 Fruit fibers 56
  - 2.4.4.1 Coir 56
  - 2.4.4.2 Banana 57
  - 2.4.4.3 Pineapple 58
- 2.4.5 Stalk fibers from agricultural residues 59
  - 2.4.5.1 Rice fiber 59
  - 2.4.5.2 Corn 59
- 2.4.6 Cane, grasses and reed 60
  - 2.4.6.1 Switch grass 60
  - 2.4.6.2 Sugarcane (agricultural residues) 60
  - 2.4.6.3 Bamboo 61
    - 2.4.6.3.1 Fresh grass (green biorefinery) 62
2.5 Regenerated cellulose fibers 62
2.6 Ionic liquids 63
2.7 “Nano” Cellulose (CNF, CNC, BNC) 64
2.8 Cellulose filaments 64
2.9 Advantages of cellulose nanofibers 65

3 PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES AND INNOVATIONS 66

3.1 Raw Material Sources 66
3.2 Manufacturing Processes 70
3.3 Emerging Production Technologies 74
3.4 Process Scale-Up and Commercialization Challenges 81
3.5 Production Economics of Micro/Nanocellulose 86
3.6 Pre-treatment and Synthesis methods 89
- 3.6.1 Acid hydrolysis 93
- 3.6.2 TEMPO oxidation 94
- 3.6.3 Ammonium persulfate (APS) oxidation 94
- 3.6.4 Enzymatic Hydrolysis 94
- 3.6.5 Ball milling 94
- 3.6.6 Cryocrushing 94
- 3.6.7 High-shear grinding 95
- 3.6.8 Ultrasonication 95
- 3.6.9 High-pressure homogenization 95
- 3.6.10 Recent methods 96
  - 3.6.10.1 Microwave irradiation 96
  - 3.6.10.2 Enzymatic processing 96
  - 3.6.10.3 Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) 97
  - 3.6.10.4 Pulsed electric field 98
  - 3.6.10.5 Electron beam irradiation 98
3.7 Production method, by producer 99

4 CNF PRODUCTION CAPACITIES 101

5 CNF PRICING 102

6 COMMERCIAL CNF PRODUCTS 104

7 END USER MARKETS 113

7.1 Composites 113
- 7.1.1 Market overview 113
- 7.1.2 Markets and applications 117
  - 7.1.2.1 Automotive composites 117
  - 7.1.2.2 Biocomposite films & packaging 117
  - 7.1.2.3 Barrier packaging 118
  - 7.1.2.4 Thermal insulation composites 118
  - 7.1.2.5 Construction composites 118
- 7.1.3 Global market 2018-2035 118
  - 7.1.3.1 Tons 118
  - 7.1.3.2 Revenues 120
  - 7.1.3.3 By Region 121
- 7.1.4 Product developers 122
7.2 Automotive 124
- 7.2.1 Market overview 124
- 7.2.2 Markets and applications 126
  - 7.2.2.1 Composites 127
  - 7.2.2.2 Air intake components 131
  - 7.2.2.3 Tires 132
- 7.2.3 Global market 2018-2036 132
  - 7.2.3.1 Tons 132
  - 7.2.3.2 Revenues 133
  - 7.2.3.3 By Region 134
- 7.2.4 Product developers 136
7.3 Buildings and construction 138
- 7.3.1 Market overview 138
- 7.3.2 Markets and applications 140
  - 7.3.2.1 Sandwich composites 141
  - 7.3.2.2 Cement additives 141
  - 7.3.2.3 Pump primers 141
  - 7.3.2.4 Thermal insulation and damping 141
- 7.3.3 Global market 2018-2036 142
  - 7.3.3.1 Tons 142
  - 7.3.3.2 Revenues 143
  - 7.3.3.3 By region 144
- 7.3.4 Product developers 146
7.4 Paper and board packaging 146
- 7.4.1 Market overview 146
- 7.4.2 Markets and applications 151
  - 7.4.2.1 Reinforcement and barrier 151
  - 7.4.2.2 Biodegradable food packaging foil and films 151
  - 7.4.2.3 Paperboard coatings 152
- 7.4.3 Global market 2018-2036 152
  - 7.4.3.1 Tons 152
  - 7.4.3.2 Revenues 153
  - 7.4.3.3 By region 154
- 7.4.4 Product developers 156
7.5 Textiles and apparel 157
- 7.5.1 Market overview 157
- 7.5.2 Markets and applications 160
  - 7.5.2.1 CNF deodorizer and odour reducer (antimicrobial) in adult and child diapers 160
  - 7.5.2.2 Footwear 160
- 7.5.3 Global market 2018-2036 161
  - 7.5.3.1 Tons 161
  - 7.5.3.2 Revenues 162
  - 7.5.3.3 By region 163
- 7.5.4 Product developer profiles 164
7.6 Biomedicine and healthcare 165
- 7.6.1 Market overview 165
- 7.6.2 Markets and applications 170
  - 7.6.2.1 Wound dressings 170
  - 7.6.2.2 Drug delivery stabilizers 170
  - 7.6.2.3 Tissue engineering scaffolds 171
- 7.6.3 Global market 2018-2036 171
  - 7.6.3.1 Tons 171
  - 7.6.3.2 Revenues 172
  - 7.6.3.3 By region 173
- 7.6.4 Product developers 176
7.7 Hygiene and sanitary products 178
- 7.7.1 Market overview 178
- 7.7.2 Markets and applications 178
- 7.7.3 Global market 2018-2036 179
  - 7.7.3.1 Tons 179
  - 7.7.3.2 Revenues 180
  - 7.7.3.3 By region 182
- 7.7.4 Product developers 184
7.8 Paints and coatings 184
- 7.8.1 Market overview 184
- 7.8.2 Markets and applications 187
- 7.8.3 Global market 2018-2036 187
  - 7.8.3.1 Tons 187
  - 7.8.3.2 Revenues 188
  - 7.8.3.3 By region 189
- 7.8.4 Product developers 192
7.9 Aerogels 193
- 7.9.1 Market overview 193
- 7.9.2 Markets and applications 195
- 7.9.3 Global market 2018-2036 195
  - 7.9.3.1 Tons 195
  - 7.9.3.2 Revenues 196
  - 7.9.3.3 By region 198
- 7.9.4 Product developers 200
7.10 Oil and gas 200
- 7.10.1 Market overview 200
- 7.10.2 Markets and applications 202
  - 7.10.2.1 Oil recovery applications (fracturing fluid) 202
  - 7.10.2.2 CNF Membranes for separation 202
  - 7.10.2.3 Oil and gas fluids additives 203
- 7.10.3 Global market 2018-2036 203
  - 7.10.3.1 Tons 203
  - 7.10.3.2 Revenues 204
  - 7.10.3.3 By region 206
- 7.10.4 Product developers 208
7.11 Filtration 208
- 7.11.1 Market overview 209
- 7.11.2 Markets and applications 212
  - 7.11.2.1 Membranes for selective absorption 212
- 7.11.3 Global market 2018-2036 213
  - 7.11.3.1 Tons 213
  - 7.11.3.2 Revenues 214
  - 7.11.3.3 By region 215
- 7.11.4 Product developers 218
7.12 Rheology modifiers 218
- 7.12.1 Market overview 219
- 7.12.2 Markets and applications 220
  - 7.12.2.1 Food additives 220
  - 7.12.2.2 Pickering stabilizers 221
  - 7.12.2.3 Hydrogels 221
  - 7.12.2.4 Cosmetics and skincare 221
- 7.12.3 Global market 2018-2036 222
  - 7.12.3.1 Tons 222
  - 7.12.3.2 Revenues 223
  - 7.12.3.3 By region 225
- 7.12.4 Product developers 227
7.13 Other markets 228
- 7.13.1 Printed, stretchable and flexible electronics 228
  - 7.13.1.1 Overview 228
  - 7.13.1.2 Market assessment 229
  - 7.13.1.3 Product developers 231
- 7.13.2 3D printing 233
  - 7.13.2.1 Overview 233
  - 7.13.2.2 Market assessment 234
  - 7.13.2.3 Product developers 235
- 7.13.3 Aerospace 236
  - 7.13.3.1 Overview 236
  - 7.13.3.2 Market assessment 237
  - 7.13.3.3 Product developers 238
- 7.13.4 Batteries 238
  - 7.13.4.1 Overview 238
  - 7.13.4.2 Market assessment 238
  - 7.13.4.3 Product developers 239

8 REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS 240

8.1 Standards 240
- 8.1.1 International Standards Organization (ISO) 240
- 8.1.2 American National Standards 240
- 8.1.3 CSA Group 241
8.2 Toxicity 241
8.3 Regulation 243

9 COMPANY PROFILES 243 (126 company profiles)

10 RESEARCH SCOPE AND METHODOLOGY 390

10.1 Report scope 390
10.2 Research methodology 390

11 REFERENCES 391

List of Tables

Table 1. Markets and applications for nanocellulose. 23
Table 2. Applications of Cellulose Nanofibers-Industry Sector, Application, Functional Properties, Commercial Status and Key Benefits. 25
Table 3. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers by market in metric tons, 2018-2036. 29
Table 4. Market and technical challenges in cellulose nanofibers 31
Table 5. Regional demand for Cellulose nanofibers, 2021, tons (total excludes MFC). 33
Table 6. Cellulose nanofibers producers and product developers in Japan. 33
Table 7. Cellulose nanofibers research centres, universities and companies in China. 34
Table 8. Cellulose nanofibers producers and product developers in Europe. 35
Table 9. Cellulose nanofibers producers and product developers in North America. 36
Table 10. Length and diameter of nanocellulose types and MFC. 39
Table 11. Major polymers found in the extracellular covering of different algae. 43
Table 12. Overview of cotton fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 44
Table 13. Overview of kapok fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 45
Table 14. Overview of luffa fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 46
Table 15. Overview of jute fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 47
Table 16. Overview of hemp fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 48
Table 17. Overview of flax fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 50
Table 18. Overview of ramie fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 51
Table 19. Overview of kenaf fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 52
Table 20. Overview of sisal fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 53
Table 21. Overview of abaca fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 54
Table 22. Overview of coir fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 56
Table 23. Overview of banana fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 57
Table 24. Overview of pineapple fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 58
Table 25. Overview of rice fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 59
Table 26. Overview of corn fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 59
Table 27. Overview of switch grass fibers-description, properties and applications. 60
Table 28. Overview of sugarcane fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and application and market size. 60
Table 29. Overview of bamboo fibers-description, properties, drawbacks and applications. 61
Table 30. Recycled cellulose fibers companies. 63
Table 31. Properties of cellulose nanofibrils relative to metallic and polymeric materials. 66
Table 32. Raw material sources. 68
Table 33. Manufacturing processes for micro and nanocellulose. 71
Table 34. Emerging Production Technologies for Micro/Nanocellulose 75
Table 35. Process Scale-Up and Commercialization Challenges 82
Table 36. Production Economics of Micro/Nanocellulose 86
Table 37. Nanocellulose preparation methods and resulting materials. 90
Table 38. Extraction of nanocellulose (NC) from various lignocellulosic sources using different conventional technologies. 92
Table 39. CNF and CNC production method by producer. 99
Table 40. CNF production capacities (by type, wet or dry) and production process, by producer, metric tons. 101
Table 41: Product/price/application matrix of cellulose nanofiber producers. 102
Table 42. Cellulose nanofiber-based commercial products.* 104
Table 43. Comparative properties of polymer composites reinforcing materials. 113
Table 44. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in composites-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global composites OEMs. 113
Table 45. Applications of cellulose nanofibers in composites. 117
Table 46. Global market demand for cellulose nanofibers in composites, 2018-2036 (metric tons). 118
Table 47. Revenues for cellulose nanofibers in composites, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 120
Table 48. Revenues for cellulose nanofibers in composites, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 121
Table 49. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers in composites. 122
Table 50. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in automotive-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global automotive OEMs. 125
Table 51. Applications of cellulose nanofibers in automotive. 126
Table 52. Components featured in the NCV. 127
Table 53. Global market demand for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, 2018-2036 (metric tons). 132
Table 54. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 133
Table 55. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 134
Table 56. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in the automotive industry. 136
Table 57. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global construction OEMs 138
Table 58. Applications of cellulose nanofibers in building and construction. 140
Table 59: Market demand for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, 2018-2036 (tons). 142
Table 60. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 143
Table 61. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 144
Table 62. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers in building and construction. 146
Table 63. Oxygen permeability of nanocellulose films compared to those made form commercially available petroleum-based materials and other polymers. 146
Table 64. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in paper and board packaging-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global paper and board packaging OEMs. 147
Table 65. Applications of cellulose nanofibers in paper and board packaging. 151
Table 66. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in paper & board packaging market, 2018-2036 (tons). 152
Table 67. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 153
Table 68. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 154
Table 69. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in paper and board. 156
Table 70. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in textiles and apparel-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global textiles and apparel OEMs. 157
Table 71. Demand for cellulose nanofibers in textiles, 2018-2036 (tons). 161
Table 72. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles & apparel market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 162
Table 73. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles & apparel market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 163
Table 74. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in textiles and apparel. 164
Table 75. Market assessment for nanocellulose in medicine and healthcare-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global medicine and healthcare OEMs. 166
Table 76. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in biomedicine and healthcare. 170
Table 77. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in biomedical and healthcare, 2018-2036 (tons). 171
Table 78. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the biomedicine & healthcare market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 172
Table 79. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the biomedicine & healthcare market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 173
Table 80. Nanocellulose product developers in medicine and healthcare. 176
Table 81. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in hygiene and sanitary products. 178
Table 82. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in hygiene and sanitary products, 2018-2036 (tons). 179
Table 83. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the hygiene & sanitary market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 180
Table 84. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the hygiene & sanitary market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 182
Table 85. Cellulose nanofibers product developers in hygiene and sanitary products. 184
Table 86. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in paints and coatings-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global paints and coatings OEMs. 184
Table 87. Market and applications of cellulose nanofibers in paints and coatings. 187
Table 88. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in paint and coatings, 2018-2036 (tons). 187
Table 89. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paints & coatings market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 188
Table 90. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paints & coatings market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 189
Table 91. Companies developing nanocellulose products in paints and coatings, applications targeted and stage of commercialization. 192
Table 92. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in aerogels-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global aerogels OEMs. 193
Table 93. Markets and applications for cellulose nanofibers in aerogels. 195
Table 94. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in aerogels, 2018-2036 (tons). 195
Table 95. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the aerogels market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 197
Table 96. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the aerogels market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 198
Table 97. Nanocellulose in product developers in aerogels. 200
Table 98. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in oil and gas-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global oil and gas OEMs. 200
Table 99. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in oil and gas. 202
Table 100. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the oil and gas market, 2018-2036 (tons). 203
Table 101. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the oil & gas market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 204
Table 102. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the oil & gas market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 206
Table 103. Cellulose nanofibers product developers in oil and gas exploration. 208
Table 104. CNF membranes. 209
Table 105. Market assessment for Cellulose nanofibers in filtration-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global filtration OEMs. 210
Table 106. Market and applications of Cellulose nanofibers in filtration. 212
Table 107. Global demand for Cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, 2018-2036 (tons). 213
Table 108. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 214
Table 109. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 215
Table 110. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in filtration. 218
Table 111. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in rheology modifiers-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global rheology modifier OEMs. 219
Table 112. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in rheology modifiers. 220
Table 113. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, 2018-2036 (tons). 222
Table 114. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 223
Table 115. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 225
Table 116. Commercial activity in cellulose nanofibers in rheology modifiers. 227
Table 117. Properties of flexible electronics‐cellulose nanofiber film (nanopaper). 229
Table 118. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in printed, stretchable and flexible electronics-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global printed, flexible and stretchable electronics OEMs. 230
Table 119. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in printed, stretchable and flexible electronics. 231
Table 120. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in 3D priniting-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading, main global 3D printing OEMs. 234
Table 121. Companies developing cellulose nanofibers 3D printing products. 235
Table 122. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in aerospace-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks, competing materials, material loading. 237
Table 123: Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in aircraft and aerospace. 238
Table 124. Market assessment for cellulose nanofibers in Batteries-application, key benefits and motivation for use, megatrends, market drivers, technology drawbacks. 239
Table 125: Companies developing cellulose nanofibers products in batteries. 239
Table 126. Safety of Micro/Nanofibrillated cellulose. 241
Table 127: Granbio Nanocellulose Processes. 289
Table 128. Nippon Paper commercial CNF products. 329
Table 129. Oji Holdings CNF products. 341

List of Figures

Figure 1. SWOT analysis: Cellulose nanofibers market. 29
Figure 2. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers/MFC in metric tons by market, 2018-2036. 30
Figure 3. Regional demand for Cellulose nanofibers, 2021. 33
Figure 4. Schematic diagram of partial molecular structure of cellulose chain with numbering for carbon atoms and n= number of cellobiose repeating unit. 39
Figure 5. Scale of cellulose materials. 40
Figure 6. Cellulose microfibrils and nanofibrils. 41
Figure 7. Organization and morphology of cellulose synthesizing terminal complexes (TCs) in different organisms. 41
Figure 8. Biosynthesis of (a) wood cellulose (b) tunicate cellulose and (c) BC. 42
Figure 9. Cotton production volume 2018-2035 (Million MT). 45
Figure 10. Kapok production volume 2018-2035(MT). 46
Figure 11. Jute production volume 2018-2035 (Million MT). 48
Figure 12. Hemp fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT). 49
Figure 13. Flax fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT). 50
Figure 14. Ramie fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT). 52
Figure 15. Kenaf fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT). 53
Figure 16. Sisal fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MT). 54
Figure 17. Abaca fiber production volume 2018-2035(MT). 55
Figure 18. Coir fiber production volume 2018-2035 (million MT). 57
Figure 19. Banana fiber production volume 2018-2035(MT). 58
Figure 20. Bamboo fiber production volume 2018-2035 (MILLION MT). 62
Figure 21. Production of nanocellulose from lignocellulosic biomass using enzymatic treatment (endoglucanases and xylanases) followed by mechanical treatment. 97
Figure 22. EBI pretreatment combined with HPH for CNC production. 98
Figure 23. Aruba 23. 104
Figure 24. Dorayaki. 105
Figure 25. ENASAVE NEXT. 105
Figure 26. Flat4-KAEDE. 105
Figure 27. GEL-KAYANO™. 106
Figure 28. KAMIDE＋CNF paper container. 106
Figure 29. Hada care acty®. 107
Figure 30. Hiteeth All in One Mouth Gel. 107
Figure 31. HYPERNANO X series. 107
Figure 32. Kirekira! toilet wipes. 108
Figure 33. ONKYO® Scepter SC-3(B) 2-way Speaker System. 108
Figure 34. Pioneer® SE-MONITOR5 Headphones. 108
Figure 35. "Poise" series Super strong deodorant sheet. 109
Figure 36. RUBURI Precursor Lubris for raw concrete pumping. 109
Figure 37. SC-3 (B) speakers. 110
Figure 38. SE-MONITOR5 headphones. 110
Figure 39. "Skin Care Acty" series Adult diapers. 110
Figure 40. Spingle Company sneakers. 110
Figure 41. "SURISURI" Lotion. 111
Figure 42. X9400 series. 111
Figure 43. X Premium Sound Speaker Alps Alpine. 112
Figure 44. wood-ness® lotion. 112
Figure 45. Global market demand for cellulose nanofibers in composites, 2018-2036 (metric tons). 120
Figure 46. Revenues for cellulose nanofibers in composites, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 121
Figure 47. Revenues for cellulose nanofibers in composites, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 122
Figure 48. CNF mixed PLA (Poly Lactic Acid). 123
Figure 49. CNF resin products. 124
Figure 50. Interior of NCV concept car. 124
Figure 51. Interior of the NCV prototype. 127
Figure 52. Global market demand for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, 2018-2036 (metric tons). 133
Figure 53. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 134
Figure 54. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the automotive sector, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 135
Figure 55: Daio Paper's cellulose nanofiber material in doors and hood of race car. 136
Figure 56: CNF composite. 136
Figure 57: Engine cover utilizing Kao CNF composite resins. 137
Figure 58. CNF car engine cover developed in Japan Ministry of the Environment’s (MOE) Nano Cellulose Vehicle (NCV) Project. 137
Figure 59. Comparison of nanofillers with supplementary cementitious materials and aggregates in concrete. 138
Figure 60. Demand for cellulose nanofibers in construction, 2018-2036 (tons). 143
Figure 61. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 144
Figure 62. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in building and construction, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 145
Figure 63. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, 2018-2036 (tons). 153
Figure 64. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 154
Figure 65. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paper & board/packaging market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 156
Figure 66. Markets and applications of cellulose nanofibers in textiles and apparel. 160
Figure 67. Asics GEL-KAYANO™ 25 running shoe. 161
Figure 68. Demand for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles sector, 2018-2036 (tons). 162
Figure 69. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles & apparel market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 163
Figure 70. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the textiles & apparel market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 164
Figure 71. CNF deodorant products. 165
Figure 72. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in biomedical and healthcare, 2018-2036 (tons). 172
Figure 73. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the biomedicine & healthcare market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 173
Figure 74. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the biomedicine & healthcare market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 175
Figure 75. Fibnano. 177
Figure 76. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in hygiene and sanitary products, 2018-2036 (tons). 180
Figure 77. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the hygiene & sanitary market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 181
Figure 78. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the hygiene and sanitary products market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 183
Figure 79. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in paint and coatings, 2018-2036 (tons). 188
Figure 80. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paints & coatings market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 189
Figure 81. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the paints & coatings market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 191
Figure 82. Hefcel-coated wood (left) and untreated wood (right) after 30 seconds flame test. 193
Figure 83: Global demand for nanocellulose in in aerogels, 2018-2036 (tons). 196
Figure 84. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the aerogels market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 198
Figure 85. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the aerogelsmarket, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 200
Figure 86. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the oil and gas market, 2018-2036 (tons). 204
Figure 87. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in oil & gas market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 205
Figure 88. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the oil & gas market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 207
Figure 89. Nanocellulose sponge developed by EMPA for potential applications in oil recovery. 208
Figure 90. Global demand for Cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, 2018-2036 (tons). 214
Figure 91. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the filtration market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 215
Figure 92. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the filtration packaging market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 217
Figure 93. Multi-layered cross section of CNF-nw. 218
Figure 94. Global demand for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, 2018-2036 (tons). 223
Figure 95. Global market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 224
Figure 96. Market revenues for cellulose nanofibers in the rheology modifiers market, by region, 2018-2036 (millions USD). 226
Figure 97. "SURISURI" products. 228
Figure 98. Foldable nanopaper antenna. 230
Figure 99: Flexible electronic substrate made from CNF. 232
Figure 100. Oji CNF transparent sheets. 232
Figure 101. Electronic components using NFC as insulating materials. 233
Figure 102: Anpoly cellulose nanofiber hydrogel. 245
Figure 103. MEDICELLU™. 245
Figure 104: Ashai Kasei CNF production process. 247
Figure 105: Asahi Kasei CNF fabric sheet. 247
Figure 106: Properties of Asahi Kasei cellulose nanofiber nonwoven fabric. 248
Figure 107. CNF nonwoven fabric. 249
Figure 108. nanoforest products. 261
Figure 109. Chuetsu Pulp & Paper CNF production process. 262
Figure 110. nanoforest-S. 263
Figure 111. nanoforest-PDP. 263
Figure 112. nanoforest-MB. 264
Figure 113: Trunk lid incorporating CNF. 266
Figure 114. Daio Paper CNF production process. 268
Figure 115. ELLEX products. 269
Figure 116. CNF-reinforced PP compounds. 270
Figure 117. Kirekira! toilet wipes. 270
Figure 118. Color CNF. 272
Figure 119. DIC Products CNF production process. 274
Figure 120. DKS Co. Ltd. CNF production process. 276
Figure 121: Rheocrysta spray. 277
Figure 122. DKS CNF products. 277
Figure 123: CNF based on citrus peel. 279
Figure 124. Citrus cellulose nanofiber. 280
Figure 125. Filler Bank CNC products. 282
Figure 126. GREEN CHIP CMF pellets and injection moulded products. 284
Figure 127: Cellulose Nanofiber (CNF) composite with polyethylene (PE). 285
Figure 128: CNF products from Furukawa Electric. 286
Figure 129. Granbio CNF production process. 290
Figure 130: Cutlery samples (spoon, knife, fork) made of nano cellulose and biodegradable plastic composite materials. 293
Figure 131. Non-aqueous CNF dispersion "Senaf" (Photo shows 5% of plasticizer). 296
Figure 132: CNF gel. 297
Figure 133: Block nanocellulose material. 298
Figure 134: CNF products developed by Hokuetsu. 298
Figure 135. Kami Shoji CNF products. 301
Figure 136. Dual Graft System. 303
Figure 137: Engine cover utilizing Kao CNF composite resins. 304
Figure 138. Acrylic resin blended with modified CNF (fluid) and its molded product (transparent film), and image obtained with AFM (CNF 10wt% blended). 304
Figure 139: 0.3% aqueous dispersion of sulfated esterified CNF and dried transparent film (front side). 305
Figure 140. CNF deodorant. 308
Figure 141. Chitin nanofiber product. 309
Figure 142. Marusumi Paper cellulose nanofiber products. 310
Figure 143. FibriMa cellulose nanofiber powder. 312
Figure 144. Cellulomix production process. 314
Figure 145. Nanobase versus conventional products. 314
Figure 146. Uni-ball Signo UMN-307. 315
Figure 147: CNF slurries. 316
Figure 148. Range of CNF products. 317
Figure 149: Nanocell serum product. 321
Figure 150. Vatensel® product 322
Figure 151: Hydrophobization facilities for raw pulp. 324
Figure 152: Mixing facilities for CNF-reinforced plastic. 324
Figure 153. Nippon Paper CNF production process. 326
Figure 154: Nippon Paper Industries’ adult diapers. 329
Figure 155. All-resin forceps incorporating CNF. 331
Figure 156. CNF paint product. 333
Figure 157. CNF wet powder. 334
Figure 158. CNF transparent film. 335
Figure 159. Transparent CNF sheets. 335
Figure 160. Oji Paper CNF production process. 337
Figure 161. CNF clear sheets. 339
Figure 162. OJI Holdings and Toyota Robot Canopy. 340
Figure 163. Oji Holdings CNF polycarbonate product. 342
Figure 164. Fluorene cellulose ® powder. 343
Figure 165. Performance Biofilaments CNF production process. 346
Figure 166. XCNF. 349
Figure 167. CNF insulation flat plates. 350
Figure 168. Seiko PMC CNF production process. 353
Figure 169. Manufacturing process for STARCEL. 354
Figure 170. Rubber soles incorporating CNF. 356
Figure 171. CNF dispersion and powder from Starlite. 358
Figure 172. Sugino Machine CNF production process. 359
Figure 173. High Pressure Water Jet Process. 359
Figure 174. 2 wt.％ CNF suspension. 360
Figure 175. BiNFi-s Dry Powder. 360
Figure 176. BiNFi-s Dry Powder and Propylene (PP) Complex Pellet. 361
Figure 177. Silk nanofiber (right) and cocoon of raw material. 361
Figure 178. SVILOSA AD CNC products. 363
Figure 179. Silver / CNF composite dispersions. 368
Figure 180. CNF/nanosilver powder. 368
Figure 181: Comparison of weight reduction effect using CNF. 370
Figure 182: CNF resin products. 372
Figure 183. University of Maine CNF production process. 374
Figure 184. UPM-Kymmene CNF production process. 376
Figure 185. FibDex® wound dressing. 377
Figure 186. FibGel hydrogel products. 377
Figure 187. US Forest Service Products Laboratory CNF production process. 379
Figure 188: Flexible electronic substrate made from CNF. 380
Figure 189. HefCel-coated wood (left) and untreated wood (right) after 30 seconds flame test. 383
Figure 190. S-CNF in powder form. 385

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