Global Leatherette Market Size is Predicted to Expand and Reach USD 49.86 Billion by 2035 | CAGR of 4.31%

Category: Consumer Goods

RELEASE DATE Feb 2026
REPORT ID SI18313

Global Leatherette Market Size is Predicted to Expand and Reach USD 49.86 Billion by 2035.

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Global Leatherette Market size is estimated to grow from USD 31.35 billion in 2024 to USD 49.86 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 4.31% during the forecast period 2025-2035.

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Browse 210 Market Data Tables And 45 Figures Spread Through 190 Pages and In-Depth TOC On the "Global Leatherette Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (PVC Leatherette, PU Leatherette, and Bio-Based Leatherette), By Application (Automotive, Furniture, Footwear, Clothing, Bags & Accessories, and Others), By End-User (Residential, Commercial, and Industrial), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 – 2035." Detailed Report Decription Here :  https://www.sphericalinsights.com/images/pr/global-leatherette-market-size.png  

 

The leatherette market, often called synthetic or faux leather, represents a manufactured material primarily made from polyurethane (PU) or polyvinyl chloride (PVC) that replicates the look, feel, and resilience of natural leather. It is widely utilized in automotive interiors, upholstery, footwear, apparel, and accessories due to its affordability, moisture resistance, and low maintenance requirements. Market expansion is largely driven by rising demand for cruelty-free and economical alternatives to genuine leather. Rapid growth in the automotive sector further strengthens demand for seat coverings and interior components. Increasing environmental awareness also creates opportunities for developing sustainable, bio-based leather substitutes. Strong consumption growth in the Asia-Pacific region is supported by urbanization, evolving lifestyles, and rising disposable incomes. The leatherette market faces key challenges, including environmental concerns from non-biodegradable PVC and PU materials, and volatile crude oil prices.

 

The PU leatherette segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the product type, the leatherette market is divided into PVC leatherette, PU leatherette, and bio-based leatherette. Among these, the PU leatherette segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The PU leatherette segment dominated market growth due to its superior flexibility, soft texture, lightweight properties, and lower environmental impact compared to PVC, making it highly preferred across automotive, footwear, furniture, and fashion applications globally.

 

The automotive segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the application, the leatherette market is divided into automotive, furniture, footwear, clothing, bags & accessories, and others. Among these, the automotive segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The automotive segment growth due to rising vehicle production, increasing demand for premium interiors, and growing preference for durable, cost-effective, and animal-free upholstery materials in passenger and commercial vehicles worldwide.

 

The residential segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the end-user, the leatherette market is divided into residential, commercial, and industrial. Among these, the residential segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The residential segment market growth owing to increasing demand for stylish, affordable furniture, rising home renovation activities, urban housing expansion, and growing consumer preference for low-maintenance, durable synthetic upholstery materials.

 

Asia Pacific is expected to hold the majority share of the global leatherette market during the forecast period.

Asia Pacific is expected to hold the majority share of the global leatherette market during the forecast period. Asia Pacific is anticipated growing in the leatherette market due to rapid urbanization, expanding automotive and footwear industries, rising disposable incomes, and strong manufacturing presence in countries like China, India, and Japan, driving sustained regional demand and production growth.

 

North America is anticipated to grow at the fastest pace in the global leatherette market during the forecast period. North America is expected to grow rapidly in the leatherette market due to increasing demand for sustainable and cruelty-free materials, strong automotive production, rising home furnishing trends, and expanding fashion industries across the United States and Canada.

 

Major vendors in the global leatherette market are Nan Ya Plastics Corporation, Ultrafabrics Holdings Co., Ltd., Mayur Uniquoters Limited, Kuraray Co. Ltd, Teijin Limited, Alfatex Italia SRL, Filwel Co. Ltd, Toray Industries, Inc., Asahi Kasei Corporation, Filwel Co., Ltd., Kolon Industries, Inc., Anli Group, San Fang Chemical Industry Co. Ltd, and Others.

 

Key Target Audience

  • Market Players
  • Investors
  • End-users
  • Government Authorities 
  • Consulting and Research Firm
  • Venture capitalists
  • Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

 

Key Market Development 

 

  • In October 2023, Asahi Kasei Corporation invested in Peoria-based Natural Fiber Welding, founded in 2015. Partnering with Sage Automotive Interiors, the move supports development of non-petroleum leather alternatives to help global automotive OEMs reduce environmental impact.

 

  • In October 2022, Ultrafabrics Holdings Co strengthened its market presence by supplying synthetic seating materials to Tesla Inc and United Airlines Holdings Inc. President Noboru Yoshimura aims to position the company as a global synonym for premium synthetic leather.

 

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the leatherette market based on the below-mentioned segments:

 

Global Leatherette Market, By Product Type

  • PVC Leatherette
  • PU Leatherette
  • Bio-Based Leatherette

 

Global Leatherette Market, By Application

  • Automotive
  • Furniture
  • Footwear
  • Clothing
  • Bags & Accessories
  • Others

 

Global Leatherette Market, By End-User

  • Residential
  • Commercial
  • Industrial

 

Global Leatherette Market, By Regional Analysis

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico

 

  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • France
    • Italy
    • Spain
    • Russia
    • Rest of Europe

 

  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Australia
    • Rest of Asia Pacific

 

  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Rest of South America

 

  • Middle East & Africa
    • UAE
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

 

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