1 Different Types of Hook and Loop Market
Based on type, the hook and loop is primarily split into nylon velcro and polyester velcro.
Table Hook and Loop Market Segment by Type
Type | Description |
Nylon Velcro | Nylon Velcro is made from nylon material and is known for its durability and strength. It is commonly used in industries like automotive, electronics, and packaging. |
Polyester Velcro | Polyester Velcro is made from polyester material and is preferred for its resistance to high temperatures and chemicals. |
Figure Product Picture of Nylon Velcro

Figure Product Picture of Polyester Velcro

2 Different Applications of Hook and Loop Market
Based on applications, the hook and loop is primarily split into footwear & apparel, transportation, industrial manufacturing, and medical.
Table Hook and Loop Market Segment by Application
Application | Description |
Footwear & Apparel |
In transportation, it is employed for securing seat belts, covers, and trim panels. Industrial manufacturing utilizes the hook & loop for fastening packaging, assemblies, and machinery. In the medical field, it is used for bandages, braces, and equipment fastening. Other industries such as aerospace, sports, and automotive also benefit from the versatile applications of hook & loop. |
Transportation | |
Industrial Manufacturing | |
Medical |
Figure Product Picture of Footwear & Apparel

Figure Product Picture of Transportation

Figure Product Picture of Industrial Manufacturing

3 Global Hook and Loop Value Market Share by Type in 2023 & 2030
In both 2023 and 2030, Nylon Velcro is projected to dominate the global Hook and Loop market, with a market share of 84.31%. Polyester Velcro is expected to hold a smaller portion, with 12.53% in 2023 and a slight decrease to 12.13% by 2030. The remaining market share is attributed to other types of Hook and Loop materials, which are expected to decrease from 5.21% in 2023 to 5.03% in 2030. This indicates a stable preference for Nylon Velcro in the market, with Polyester Velcro and other materials maintaining a consistent, albeit minor, share.
Figure Global Hook and Loop Value Market Share by Type in 2023 & 2030


4 Global Hook and Loop Sales in Volume, by Type
The sales data for different types of Hook and Loop materials from 2018 to 2030 indicates a strong preference for Nylon Velcro, which has consistently been the top-selling type, with sales increasing from 221,526 thousand square meters in 2018 to a projected 358,367 thousand square meters by 2030.
Polyester Velcro also shows a positive trend, starting at 33,762 thousand square meters in 2018 and expected to reach 51,746 thousand square meters by 2030. The sales of other types have remained relatively stable, with a slight increase from 14,194 thousand square meters in 2018 to a projected 21,933 thousand square meters in 2030.
The total global sales of Hook and Loop materials are expected to grow significantly, from 269,482 thousand square meters in 2018 to 432,045 thousand square meters by 2030, reflecting the expanding demand for these fastening solutions.
Table Global Hook and Loop Sales (K Sqm) by Type (2018-2030)
| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
Nylon Velcro | 221526 | 237567 | 213886 | 222806 | 240831 | 258831 |
Polyester Velcro | 33762 | 36083 | 32925 | 34121 | 36535 | 38893 |
Others | 14194 | 15172 | 13887 | 14442 | 15470 | 16489 |
Total | 269482 | 288821 | 260699 | 271369 | 292836 | 314213 |
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
Nylon Velcro | 258831 | 275177 | 289979 | 304722 | 318550 | 332244 | 345536 | 358367 |
Polyester Velcro | 38893 | 41177 | 43247 | 45030 | 46838 | 48475 | 50140 | 51746 |
Others | 16489 | 17375 | 18184 | 18982 | 19809 | 20589 | 21284 | 21933 |
Total | 314213 | 333729 | 351409 | 368734 | 385197 | 401308 | 416960 | 432045 |
5 Global Hook and Loop Market Price by Type (2018-2030)
The global Hook and Loop market has seen varying price trends for different types of materials from 2018 to 2030. Nylon Velcro has generally maintained a higher price, starting at $8.40 per square meter in 2018, experiencing slight fluctuations, and reaching $8.01 by 2023.
Polyester Velcro has been priced lower, beginning at $6.59 in 2018, dropping to $6.27 by 2023. The price for other types has also been lower than Nylon Velcro, starting at $9.02 in 2018 and decreasing to $8.61 by 2023.
Looking ahead, the prices for Polyester Velcro is expected to stabilize with minor increases, while the price for Nylon Velcro is projected to remain relatively stable with a slight decrease by 2030. This pricing reflects the market dynamics and material preferences in the Hook and Loop industry.
Figure Global Hook and Loop Price by Type (2018-2030) & (USD/Sqm)


6 Global Hook and Loop Value Market Share by Application in 2023 & 2030
In the global Hook and Loop market for the years 2023 and 2030, the Footwear & Apparel sector is projected to maintain a significant share, with 41.08% in 2023 and a slight increase to 41.71% by 2030. The Transportation sector is expected to see a minor decrease from 12.58% in 2023 to 12.19% in 2030.
Industrial Manufacturing is anticipated to grow its share from 21.46% to 20.86% over the same period. The Medical sector is also projected to increase its share from 15.92% in 2023 to 16.93% by 2030. Meanwhile, the ‘Others’ category is expected to experience a slight decline from 8.96% in 2023 to 8.31% in 2030.
This distribution highlights the diverse applications of Hook and Loop fasteners across various industries, with a strong emphasis on the Footwear & Apparel sector.
Figure Global Hook and Loop Market Share by Application in 2023 & 2030


7 Global Hook and Loop Sales in Volume, by Application 2018,2023 & 2030
The global Hook and Loop market shows a diverse application range with varying sales volumes.
Footwear & Apparel leads the market with sales increasing from 115,631 thousand square meters in 2018 to an expected 190,283 thousand square meters by 2030.
Transportation has shown a steady growth, starting at 34,661 thousand square meters in 2018 and projected to reach 52,726 thousand square meters by 2030.
Industrial Manufacturing has seen a significant rise, from 55,565 thousand square meters in 2018 to a forecasted 85,682 thousand square meters by 2030.
The Medical sector has also shown a consistent increase, from 38,248 thousand square meters in 2018 to an expected 67,724 thousand square meters by 2030.
Lastly, the ‘Others’ category has fluctuated but is projected to grow from 25,377 thousand square meters in 2018 to 35,630 thousand square meters by 2030. Overall, the market is expected to expand across all sectors, reflecting the growing demand for Hook and Loop fasteners in numerous applications.
Table Global Hook and Loop Sales (K Sqm) by Application (2018-2030)
| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
Footwear & Apparel | 115631 | 124419 | 111504 | 116468 | 126536 | 136409 |
Transportation | 34661 | 36677 | 33478 | 34737 | 37131 | 39567 |
Industrial Manufacturing | 55565 | 59120 | 54102 | 56136 | 60135 | 64202 |
Medical | 38248 | 41515 | 36802 | 38744 | 42333 | 46073 |
Others | 25377 | 27090 | 24814 | 25283 | 26701 | 27962 |
Total | 269482 | 288821 | 260699 | 271369 | 292836 | 314213 |
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
Footwear & Apparel | 136409 | 145444 | 153568 | 161526 | 169002 | 176443 | 183556 | 190283 |
Transportation | 39567 | 41843 | 43841 | 45760 | 47626 | 49303 | 51125 | 52726 |
Industrial Manufacturing | 64202 | 67738 | 70852 | 73959 | 77014 | 79969 | 82893 | 85682 |
Medical | 46073 | 49527 | 52851 | 55995 | 58990 | 61939 | 64806 | 67724 |
Others | 27962 | 29177 | 30298 | 31494 | 32566 | 33653 | 34580 | 35630 |
Total | 314213 | 333729 | 351409 | 368734 | 385197 | 401308 | 416960 | 432045 |
8 United States Hook and Loop Sales in Value by Type (2018, 2023 & 2030)
In the United States, the Hook and Loop market has shown significant growth across different types of materials from 2018 to 2030. Nylon Velcro has experienced a substantial increase in sales value, rising from $299.78 million in 2018 to an estimated $473.03 million by 2030.
Polyester Velcro has also seen growth, with sales value increasing from $40.39 million in 2018 to a projected $77.19 million in 2030. The ‘Others’ category has shown a more modest growth, from $22.78 million in 2018 to an estimated $30.91 million by 2030.
The total market value for Hook and Loop products in the United States is expected to grow from $362.95 million in 2018 to $569.98 million by 2030, reflecting a strong demand for these materials in various applications.
Table United States Hook and Loop Sales in Value by Type: 2018 VS 2023 VS 2030 (US$ Million)
By Type | 2018 | 2023 | 2030 |
Nylon Velcro | 299.78 | 340.69 | 473.03 |
Polyester Velcro | 40.39 | 44.61 | 77.19 |
Others | 22.78 | 25.21 | 30.91 |
Total | 362.95 | 410.52 | 569.98 |
9 United States Hook and Loop Sales in Value by Application (2018,2023 & 2030)
In the United States, the Hook and Loop market shows significant growth across various applications from 2018 to 2030. The Footwear & Apparel sector is a major driver of this growth, with sales increasing from $140.12 million in 2018 to an estimated $226.62 million by 2030.
Transportation also shows a steady rise, starting at $48.83 million in 2018 and projected to reach $74.30 million by 2030. Industrial Manufacturing is expected to grow from $77.30 million in 2018 to $117.30 million by 2030, indicating a robust demand in this sector. The Medical application is another significant area, with sales forecasted to rise from $62.32 million in 2018 to $105.33 million by 2030. The ‘Others’ category, while smaller, also shows growth, from $34.39 million in 2018 to $46.43 million by 2030.
Overall, the total market value is projected to increase from $362.95 million in 2018 to $569.98 million by 2030, reflecting a strong and expanding market for Hook and Loop products in diverse applications.
Table United States Hook and Loop Sales by Application: 2018 VS 2023 VS 2030 (US$ Million)
| 2018 | 2023 | 2030 |
Footwear & Apparel | 140.12 | 160.90 | 226.62 |
Transportation | 48.83 | 54.64 | 74.30 |
Industrial Manufacturing | 77.30 | 86.05 | 117.30 |
Medical | 62.32 | 73.03 | 105.33 |
Others | 34.39 | 35.90 | 46.43 |
Total | 362.95 | 410.52 | 569.98 |