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Yarn Expo Spring 2025 to spotlight polypropylene and functional textiles

The polypropylene yarn market is currently transforming, driven by a rising demand for sustainable and high-performance textiles. As the industry increasingly emphasises cost efficiency and innovative fibre technologies, advancements in polypropylene and functional yarns are becoming paramount. From 11 – 13 March 2025 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai, Yarn Expo Spring will be a key platform for industry leaders to showcase these advancements, reflecting the market's shift.
© 2025 Messe Frankfurt
© 2025 Messe Frankfurt


Thanks to new technologies, smart materials, and robust manufacturing processes, sustainable and functional textiles have become more widespread, and increasingly durable, intelligent, and versatile. Among these advancements, polypropylene (PP) yarn finds extensive applications across various fields, including clothing, carpets, industrial textiles, geotextiles, and even medical uses. With demand propelled by its capacity to fulfil the increasing need for adaptable and functional materials across industries, the polypropylene yarn market is projected to reach USD 38.3 billion by 2037, expanding at a CAGR of 5.7%[1].

In Asia-Pacific, China and India are already at the forefront of the polypropylene yarn market. China, in particular, stands out as a leading producer and exporter, bolstered by its robust textile manufacturing sector, with Yarn Expo Spring 2025 an essential avenue for international and domestic suppliers to showcase their latest innovations.

Leading brands to highlight functional offerings

Buyers at the 2025 spring fair will be able to source a wide array of polypropylene and other functional yarns and fibres from exhibitors including:

Guangdong Modern High-Tech Fiber Co Ltd (China) – a renowned manufacturer in polypropylene yarn. They have steadily grown, establishing over 100 FDY production lines, 10 POY lines, 3 DTY lines, and 28 BCF lines, along with advanced R&D equipment. Their annual output exceeds 50,000 tons, making them the top manufacturer in domestic market share for polypropylene filament.

Shandong Tengzhou Huamao Textile Ltd (China) – they primarily produce high-tenacity polypropylene yarn, multifilament PP twine, polyester twine, nylon twine, braided rope, concrete fibre, PP staple fibre, mesh bags, woven bags, and other yarn and fibre products.

Qingdao Bangte Ecological Textile Technology Co Ltd (China) – as an expert in functional ecological fibres, the manufacturer develops natural, green, and innovative textile materials derived from milk protein, plants, mint, tea, hemp, ice jade, traditional Chinese herbs, and more. One example is Greenwarm, which includes sarcandra glabra and offers antiseptic and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Neshin Spinning Co Ltd (Taiwan) – established over 60 years ago, the company specialises in Nylon 6 (PA 6) yarn, Nylon 66 (PA 66) yarn, polyester, and other functional yarns. Neshin’s main export markets include Vietnam, Singapore, Korea, Japan, Italy, and Türkiye.

Suzhou Pure-fiber Textile Technology Co Ltd (China) – the company manufactures vortex spinning yarn using advanced equipment and various testing instruments, utilising high-quality raw materials and a robust quality management system, ensuring their products meet industry standards.

Yarn Expo Spring is organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd and the Sub-Council of Textile Industry, CCPIT. The fair will be held alongside Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics – Spring Edition, Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles – Spring Edition, CHIC and PH Value, with the resultant synergy allowing exhibitors and buyers to maximise their business opportunities.

For further information, please visit: www.yarn-expo-spring.com.

Yarn Expo Spring will be held from 11 – 13 March 2025.



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