In the United Kingdom, the spandex yarn market is projected to expand substantially, with industry estimates placing its size at approximately USD 312.95 million in 2023 and forecasting growth to around USD 880 million by 2035 at a compound annual growth rate of 9.1 %A key driver behind this expansion is the surging popularity of activewear and athleisure. UK consumers are increasingly favouring apparel that offers both comfort and flexibility, such as yoga wear, gym tights and performance leisure clothing, where spandex’s high elasticity and shape retention are essential Simultaneously, heightened interest in personal health and wellness—amplified by post‑pandemic lifestyle shifts—fuels demand for garments that combine functionality with everyday wearability.
TABLE - United Kingdom Spandex Yarn Market Size & Forecast By Yarn Type 2021-2033
Yarn Type | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Covered Yarn (Single and Double Covered) | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Core-Spun Yarn | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others (Drawn Textured Yarn, Air-Covered Yarn) | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis
TABLE - United Kingdom Spandex Yarn Market Size & Forecast By Application 2021-2033
Application | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 | CAGR (2024-2033) |
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Apparel | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Home Textiles | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Medical & Healthcare Textiles | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Others (Automotive, Industrial) | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX | XX |
Total | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX | XXX |
Source: Company Publications, Primary Interviews, and SR Analysis