ICE & EV Seatbelt Material Market by Component (Retractor, Buckle, Anchor, and Others), Type of Component by Material (Steel/Aluminum, Polycarbonate, and Nylon), and Vehicle Type (Passenger Car, LCV, and HCV), and Region - Global Forecast to 2032
The BEV seatbelt material market is estimated to be at 96.52 megatons in 2025 and reach 248.97 megatons at a CAGR of 14.5% during the forecast period. The push towards increases in vehicle safety, especially through stricter regulations and heightened consumer awareness, is a major driver of the seatbelt material market, as automakers are compelled to adopt advanced seatbelt technologies like pretensioners, load limiters (front and rear seats), and smart reminder systems to meet evolving safety standards. This trend is further amplified by the growing sales of SUVs, both compact and full-size, which not only boost overall vehicle production but also increase the number of occupants per vehicle, thereby increasing the demand for high-performance, durable seatbelt materials. As a result, the seatbelt material market is experiencing steady growth in line with the development of the passenger vehicle segment across all price points.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2021-2032
Base Year
2024
Forecast Period
2025-2032
Units Considered
Volume (Kilotons)
Segments
Seatbelt Material Market, By Component; Seatbelt Retractor Market, By Material; Seatbelt Buckle Market, By Material; Seatbelt Anchor Market, By Material; Seatbelt Material Market, By Vehicle Type; Seatbelt Material Market, By Components; Seatbelt Retractor Market, By Material; Seatbelt Buckle Market, By Material; Seatbelt Anchor Market, By Material; By Region - Asia Pacific, Europe, and Americas
Regions covered
Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
"Heavy commercial vehicle is the fastest-growing vehicle type segment of the seatbelt material market."
Heavy commercial vehicles (HEVs) comprise heavy trucks and buses & coaches. Two units of seatbelts are considered in heavy trucks for driver and co-passenger, whereas one seatbelt is for the driver in the buses & coaches. The average weight of a single seatbelt assembly in heavy commercial vehicles typically ranges from 1.4 to 1.7 kg and varies across the retractor, buckle, anchor, and other components in different regions. According to the industrial expert, due to excess vibration in HCVs, the weight of the retractor is increased to compensate the load. The global demand for heavy trucks has risen significantly, driven by increased e-commerce & logistics demand and growing infrastructure investments by regional authorities, leading to heightened construction & mining sectors. The adoption of seatbelts is also becoming popular in HCVs owing to OEMs' focus on driver & co-passenger safety and regulatory mandates. For instance, in the US, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has enforced the rule requiring seat belt warnings for all passengers, including city transport buses. In India, the state of Kerala mandated seatbelt usage for drivers and front-seat passengers in heavy vehicles, including state-run buses, from November 2023. Further, the growing fitment rate of telematics & fleet management would prompt the seatbelt market. In North America, the integration of advanced fleet management software with telematics and usage-based insurance (UBI) has significantly influenced driver and co-passenger seatbelt usage. Modern telematics systems can monitor and record seatbelt status in real time, transmitting this data to fleet managers and insurance providers. UBI insurers use this information to assess individual driving behaviors, including whether seatbelts are consistently worn, and adjust insurance premiums, accordingly, rewarding safer practices with lower rates and penalizing non-compliance. Hence, as the regulatory environments have become more ambitious and harmonized globally concentrated on heavy-duty vehicle segments coupled with technological advancements in telematics and OEMs and fleet operators to prioritize passenger safety, seatbelt manufacturers would invest in advanced seatbelt technologies and materials, fueling the HEV segment of the market.
"Battery electric vehicles hold the leading market share of the seatbelt material market."
Battery electric vehicle sales are experiencing rapid growth worldwide, with global sales reaching 17.1 million in 2024, which was a 25% increase YOY, while in 2021, they were around 6.75 million. This increase in sales was driven by falling battery costs, expanding model choices, and robust government support, particularly in China, Europe, and the US. Similar to ICE passenger cars, pure battery electric cars often integrate advanced passive safety features such as pretensioners, load limiters, and enhanced airbag systems, leveraging the electronic architecture with improved occupant protection.
Considering electric vehicle sales, based on the model mapping, the sedan and hatchback in EV versions contribute 65% of the sales in China, whereas the premium variant in EVs offers captain seats in the rear row, reflecting strong consumer demand for the vehicles. The trend in the Americas is due to an increase in mid-sized electric SUVs and pickup trucks, further boosting the demand for seatbelt components with 2-point and 3-point seatbelts. Moreover, the demand for ADAS features is increasingly being offered as standard or optional equipment in EVs across Europe and the Americas, driven by rising consumer demand for safety, regulatory encouragement, and the broader shift toward autonomous mobility. These advanced systems, ranging from adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist to emergency braking and collision warnings, are tightly integrated with automotive seatbelt systems, as ADAS can trigger seatbelt pretensioners or dynamic tension adjustments in anticipation of a potential crash, maximizing occupant protection.
"The Americas is the second-largest market for seatbelt materials globally."
The Americas market is growing rapidly, driven by stringent safety regulations, high consumer awareness, and technological innovation. Recent safety norms include the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) finalized rule mandating enhanced seat belt reminder systems for both front and rear seats in new vehicles. The front seat requirements by September 2026 and rear seat reminders by September 2027, aimed at increasing usage rates and saving lives. In the US, mid-size and large SUVs account for approximately 55-60% of all new vehicle sales, reflecting a strong consumer shift toward larger, multi-row vehicles. This trend is significantly boosting the market for seatbelts, especially for second row and third-row seats, as automakers equip these vehicles with dedicated retractors and advanced restraint systems to ensure safety for all occupants. The rise of SUVs with three-row configurations by leading OEMs is expanding the need for durable webbing, high-strength metal components, and advanced sensors in seatbelt assemblies. As a result, the growing popularity of SUVs and premium vehicles in the Americas is driving sustained growth in the seatbelt material and technology market, with manufacturers responding to both regulatory requirements and consumer expectations for comprehensive safety across all seating positions.
The automakers in the US are making significant investments in occupant safety by introducing new technologies that are more advanced than traditional restraint systems. One notable example is Ford's invention and commercial deployment of inflatable seatbelts, which are offered depending upon the customer's demand for extra safety features in vehicles, as per the trim level. Moreover, the automakers are incorporating advanced seatbelt pretensioners and dynamic load limiters and integrating seatbelt systems with ADAS features such as automatic emergency braking and collision anticipation, further enhancing occupant protection.
The break-up of the profile of primary participants in the seatbelt material market is as follows:
By Region: Americas - 10%, Europe - 20%, and Asia Pacific - 70%
Global players dominate the seatbelt material market, which also comprise several regional players. The key players in the seatbelt material market are Autoliv (Sweden), Joyson Safety Systems (US), ZF Friedrichshafen AG (Germany), Tokairika, Co., Ltd. (Japan), Yanfeng (Japan), Far Europe Inc. (China), GWR Safety System (US), Holmbergs Safety System Holding AB (Sweden), Ashimori Industrial Co. Ltd. (Japan), and Samsong Industries, Ltd, (South Korea).
Research Coverage:
By Components (Retractor, Buckle, Anchor, and Others), Seatbelt Retractor Market (ICE), By material (Steel/Aluminum, Polycarbonate, and Nylon), Seatbelt Buckle Market (ICE), By Material (Steel/Aluminum, Polycarbonate, and Nylon), Seatbelt Anchor Market (ICE), By Material (Steel/Aluminum and Polycarbonate), Seatbelt Material Market (ICE), By Vehicle Type (Passenger Car, Light Commercial Vehicle, Heavy Commercial Vehicle), Seatbelt Retractor Market (BEV), By Material (Steel/Aluminum, Polycarbonate, and Nylon), Seatbelt Buckle Market (BEV), By Material (Steel/Aluminum, Polycarbonate, and Nylon), Seatbelt Material Market (BEV), By Anchor (Steel/Aluminum and Polycarbonate), By Region (Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Americas)
The report's scope covers detailed information regarding the major factors influencing the growth of the seatbelt material market. A thorough analysis of the key industry players has provided insights into their business overview, products, key strategies, contracts, partnerships, agreements, product launches, mergers and acquisitions, recession impact, and recent seatbelt material market developments.
Key Benefits of Buying the Report:
The report will help market leaders and new entrants with information on the closest approximations of the revenue numbers for the overall seatbelt material market and the sub-segments. It will also help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape, gain insights into positioning their businesses better, and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report also helps stakeholders understand the market pulse and provides information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.
The report provides insights into the following points:
Analysis of critical drivers (increase in stringency in safety standards and growing crash tests), restraints (increase in the development of active safety system), opportunities (lighter and sustainable materials and small textiles), and challenges (chemical compatibility, durability requirement, and production and manufacturing) influencing the growth of the seatbelt material market
Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights into upcoming technologies and new products launched in the seatbelt material market
Market Development: Comprehensive market information - the report analyzes the authentication and brand protection market across varied regions
Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products & services, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the seatbelt material market
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players in the seatbelt material market, such as Autoliv (Sweden), Joyson Safety Systems (US), ZF Friedrichshafen AG (Germany), Tokairika, Co., Ltd. (Japan), and Yanfeng (Japan)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.2.1 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
1.3 MARKET SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED
1.3.2 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.5 UNIT CONSIDERED
1.6 STAKEHOLDERS
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.1.1 Key secondary sources to estimate base numbers
2.1.1.2 Key data from secondary sources
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Breakdown of primary interviews
2.1.2.2 Key primary interview participants
2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.2.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
2.3 DATA TRIANGULATION
2.3.1 FACTOR ANALYSIS FOR MARKET SIZING: DEMAND AND SUPPLY SIDES
2.4 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS AND RISK ANALYSIS
2.5 RESEARCH LIMITATIONS
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN EV SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET
4.2 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET (ICE), BY COMPONENT
4.3 SEATBELT RETRACTOR MARKET (ICE), BY MATERIAL
4.4 SEATBELT BUCKLE MARKET (ICE), BY MATERIAL
4.5 SEATBELT ANCHOR MARKET (ICE), BY MATERIAL
4.6 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET (ICE), BY VEHICLE TYPE
4.7 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET (EV), BY COMPONENT
4.8 SEATBELT RETRACTOR MARKET (EV), BY MATERIAL
4.9 SEATBELT BUCKLE MARKET (EV), BY MATERIAL
4.10 SEATBELT ANCHOR MARKET (EV), BY MATERIAL
4.11 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET (ICE), BY REGION
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Increase in stringency in safety standards
5.2.1.2 Growing crash tests
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 Increase in development of active safety systems
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Shift to lightweight and sustainable materials
5.2.3.2 Integration of smart textiles
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Chemical compatibility
5.3 TRADE DATA ANALYSIS
5.3.1 IMPORT SCENARIO FOR HS CODE 870821
5.3.1.1 US
5.3.1.2 Germany
5.3.1.3 France
5.3.1.4 Spain
5.3.2 EXPORT SCENARIO FOR HS CODE 870821
5.3.2.1 US
5.3.2.2 Romania
5.3.2.3 France
5.3.2.4 Poland
5.3.2.5 Hungary
5.3.2.6 Germany
5.3.2.7 Mexico
5.4 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
5.5 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
5.5.1 AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURERS STRENGTHENED SEATBELT BUCKLES WITH ULTRASONIC WELDING TECHNOLOGY
5.5.2 AUTOLIV ENHANCED FIRE RESISTANCE IN SEATBELT WEBBING
5.5.3 SUSTAINABILITY-DRIVEN SEATBELT MATERIAL DEVELOPMENT BY TOYOTA-TEIJIN
5.5.4 DESIGN DEFECT-SEATBELT UNLATCHING IN ROLLOVER ACCIDENT
5.6 PATENT ANALYSIS
5.7 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
5.8 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
5.9 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
5.9.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
5.9.2 KEY REGULATIONS
5.10 PRICING ANALYSIS
5.10.1 BY MATERIAL
5.11 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
5.11.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
5.12 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
5.12.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
5.12.1.1 Smart seatbelts
5.12.1.2 Inflatable seatbelts
5.12.1.3 Active or reversible pretensioners
5.12.1.4 Advanced materials
5.12.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
5.12.2.1 Advanced coatings and surface treatment
5.12.2.2 Force limiters
5.12.2.3 Heated seatbelts
5.12.2.4 Advanced material offering for automotive seatbelts
5.12.2.5 Innovations in seatbelt materials
5.12.3 ADJACENT TECHNOLOGIES
5.12.3.1 Seatbelt interlock system
5.12.3.2 3D printing and rapid prototyping of plastic parts in seatbelt components
5.13 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2025-2026
5.14 INVESTMENT SCENARIO
5.14.1 FUNDING SCENARIO
5.15 IMPACT OF 2025 US TARIFFS: OVERVIEW
5.15.1 KEY TARIFF RATES
5.15.2 COUNTRY-WISE TARIFFS ON AUTOMOTIVE END-PRODUCTS AND COMPONENTS
5.15.2.1 North America
5.15.2.1.1 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Countries
5.15.2.2 Europe
5.15.2.2.1 Germany
5.15.2.2.2 UK
5.15.2.2.3 Slovakia
5.15.2.2.4 Belgium
5.15.2.2.5 Other countries
5.15.2.3 Asia
5.15.2.3.1 China
5.15.2.3.2 Japan
5.15.2.3.3 South Korea
5.15.2.3.4 India
5.15.3 IMPACT OF US 2025 TARIFFS ON SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET
5.15.4 SUPPLIER ANALYSIS
6 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET (ICE), BY VEHICLE TYPE
6.1 INTRODUCTION
6.2 PASSENGER CAR
6.2.1 INCREASING VEHICLE SAFETY WITH PASSIVE AND ACTIVE SYSTEMS TO DRIVE MARKET
6.3 LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLE
6.3.1 INCREASE IN E-COMMERCE AND URBAN LOGISTICS TO DRIVE MARKET
6.4 HEAVY COMMERCIAL VEHICLE
6.4.1 INCREASE IN INFRASTRUCTURE ACTIVITIES TO DRIVE MARKET
6.5 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
7 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET (ICE), BY COMPONENT
7.1 INTRODUCTION
7.2 RETRACTOR
7.2.1 INCREASING SAFETY REGULATIONS TO DRIVE MARKET
7.3 BUCKLE
7.3.1 RISING CONSUMER AWARENESS OF SAFETY TO DRIVE MARKET
7.4 ANCHOR
7.4.1 INCREASE IN DEMAND FOR SUVS TO DRIVE MARKET
7.5 OTHERS
7.6 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
8 SEATBELT BUCKLE MARKET (ICE), BY MATERIAL
8.1 INTRODUCTION
8.2 STEEL/ALUMINUM
8.2.1 ASIA PACIFIC TO BE LEADING MARKET
8.3 POLYCARBONATE
8.3.1 SHIFT TOWARD ROBUST PLASTICS TO DRIVE MARKET
8.4 NYLON
8.4.1 FLEXIBILITY AND EASE OF USE TO DRIVE DEMAND
8.5 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
9 SEATBELT RETRACTOR MARKET (ICE), BY MATERIAL
9.1 INTRODUCTION
9.2 STEEL/ALUMINUM
9.2.1 INCREASING USE OF HIGH-STRENGTH STEEL IN RETRACTORS TO DRIVE MARKET
9.3 POLYCARBONATE
9.3.1 INCREASING DEMAND FOR LIGHTWEIGHT PARTS TO DRIVE MARKET
9.4 NYLON
9.4.1 STRINGENT SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR SEATBELTS TO DRIVE MARKET
9.5 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
10 SEATBELT ANCHOR MARKET (ICE), BY MATERIAL
10.1 INTRODUCTION
10.2 STEEL/ALUMINUM
10.2.1 R&D INVESTMENTS BY KEY PLAYERS TO DRIVE MARKET
10.3 POLYCARBONATE
10.3.1 INNOVATIONS BY KEY PLAYERS TO DRIVE MARKET
10.4 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
11 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET (EV), BY COMPONENT
11.1 INTRODUCTION
11.2 RETRACTOR
11.2.1 INCREASE IN DEMAND FOR ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS TO DRIVE GROWTH
11.3 BUCKLE
11.3.1 RISING DEMAND FOR LIGHTWEIGHT MATERIALS TO DRIVE GROWTH
11.4 ANCHOR
11.4.1 GROWING DEMAND FOR PREMIUM CARS TO DRIVE GROWTH
11.5 OTHERS
11.6 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
12 SEATBELT RETRACTOR MARKET (EV), BY MATERIAL
12.1 INTRODUCTION
12.2 STEEL/ALUMINUM
12.2.1 INCREASING SALES OF SUVS TO DRIVE MARKET
12.3 POLYCARBONATE
12.3.1 INCREASING DEMAND FOR REDUCED VEHICLE WEIGHT TO DRIVE MARKET
12.4 NYLON
12.4.1 INNOVATION IN NYLON WEBBING TO DRIVE MARKET
12.5 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
13 SEATBELT ANCHOR MARKET (EV), BY MATERIAL
13.1 INTRODUCTION
13.2 STEEL/ALUMINUM
13.2.1 INTEGRATION WITH ADVANCED SAFETY SYSTEMS TO FUEL MARKET
13.3 POLYCARBONATE
13.3.1 INCREASE IN SALES OF SUVS TO DRIVE MARKET
13.4 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
14 SEATBELT BUCKLE MARKET (EV), BY MATERIAL
14.1 INTRODUCTION
14.2 STEEL/ALUMINUM
14.2.1 FOCUS ON VEHICLE WEIGHT REDUCTION AND SPACE EFFICIENCY TO DRIVE MARKET
14.3 POLYCARBONATE
14.3.1 SHIFT TOWARD USE OF LIGHTWEIGHT AND STRONG MATERIALS TO DRIVE MARKET
14.4 NYLON
14.4.1 INCREASE IN DEMAND FOR COMPACT SUVS IN EMERGING ECONOMIES TO DRIVE MARKET
14.5 INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
15 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET (ICE), BY REGION
15.1 INTRODUCTION
15.2 ASIA PACIFIC
15.2.1 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK
15.2.2 CHINA
15.2.2.1 Increase in demand for mid-sized SUVs and hatchbacks to drive market
15.2.3 JAPAN
15.2.3.1 Increase in demand for Kei cars and hatchback cars to drive market
15.2.4 INDIA
15.2.4.1 OEMs offering ADAS features in mid to high variants of cars to drive market
15.2.5 SOUTH KOREA
15.2.5.1 Rapid growth of light commercial vehicles to drive market
15.3 EUROPE
15.3.1 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK
15.3.2 GERMANY
15.3.2.1 Increasing production of sedans to drive market
15.3.3 FRANCE
15.3.3.1 Presence of renowned automakers to drive market
15.3.4 UK
15.3.4.1 Consistent demand for SUVs to drive market
15.3.5 SPAIN
15.3.5.1 Strict passenger car safety regulations to drive growth
15.3.6 ITALY
15.3.6.1 Large sales of SUVs to drive growth
15.4 AMERICAS
15.4.1 MACROECONOMIC OUTLOOK
15.4.2 US
15.4.2.1 Increasing dominance of SUVs and pickup trucks to drive market
15.4.3 CANADA
15.4.3.1 Rising investments from Canada Infrastructure Bank to drive market
15.4.4 MEXICO
15.4.4.1 Surge in demand for sedan cars to drive market
15.4.5 BRAZIL
15.4.5.1 Consumer demand for hatchback and compact SUVs to drive market
15.4.6 ARGENTINA
15.4.6.1 Increased new light vehicle sales to drive market
16 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
16.1 OVERVIEW
16.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN
16.3 REVENUE ANALYSIS, 2020-2024
16.4 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2024
16.4.1 SEATBELT MATERIAL MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2024
16.4.2 JAPAN: MARKET SHARE OF AUTOMOTIVE SEATBELT MANUFACTURERS, 2024
16.4.3 EUROPE: MARKET RANKING OF AUTOMOTIVE SEATBELT MANUFACTURERS, 2024
16.4.4 CHINA: MARKET RANKING OF AUTOMOTIVE SEATBELT MANUFACTURERS, 2024
16.4.5 INDIA: MARKET RANKING OF AUTOMOTIVE SEATBELT MANUFACTURERS, 2024
16.5 COMPANY VALUATION, MARCH 2025
16.6 FINANCIAL METRICS, FEBRUARY 2025
16.7 BRAND COMPARISON
16.8 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
16.8.1 STARS
16.8.2 EMERGING LEADERS
16.8.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
16.8.4 PARTICIPANTS
16.8.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT, KEY PLAYERS, 2024
16.8.5.1 Company footprint
16.8.5.2 Region footprint
16.8.5.3 Component footprint
16.8.5.4 Vehicle type Footprint
16.9 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO
16.9.1 PRODUCT LAUNCHES/DEVELOPMENTS, DECEMBER 2024