Summary

The South Korea fiberglass market size reached USD 243.01 Million in 2024. Looking forward, the market is projected to reach USD 402.68 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.18% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by demand across automotive, electronics, and infrastructure sectors, where strength, weight reduction, and thermal resistance are key. Renewable energy development, especially wind, requires corrosion-resistant, structural fiberglass components in offshore and land-based installations. Export-oriented manufacturing and adherence to international performance standards are further augmenting the South Korea fiberglass market share.

South Korea Fiberglass Market Trends:
High Demand Across Automotive, Electronics, and Infrastructure Sectors
Fiberglass continues to gain traction as a versatile, lightweight, and durable material across key South Korean industries such as automotive manufacturing, consumer electronics, and construction. In automotive applications, fiberglass-reinforced composites are widely adopted for underbody shields, paneling, and insulation due to their strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance. Similarly, the electronics sector incorporates fiberglass into circuit boards and thermal insulators for semiconductors and mobile devices. Public and private infrastructure projects further integrate fiberglass-based rebar, insulation, and cladding due to its low maintenance and longevity. As industrial design shifts towards lightweight engineering and improved performance efficiency, demand for fiberglass products intensifies across B2B value chains. Moreover, government-supported R&D in material science and manufacturing automation continues to enhance domestic fiberglass output and cost efficiency. The convergence of material innovation and application diversity is driving sustained South Korea fiberglass market growth.
Renewable Energy Expansion and Environmental Adaptability
South Korea’s expansion of renewable energy projects, particularly wind energy, is creating new opportunities for fiberglass materials in turbine blade manufacturing and structural support. The non-conductive, weather-resistant nature of fiberglass makes it an ideal solution for offshore installations where reliability under harsh conditions is essential. Wind turbine blades made with fiberglass offer a balance between weight reduction and aerodynamic performance, improving operational efficiency and lifespan. In addition, fiberglass is increasingly used in solar infrastructure as mounting components and frames. Environmental considerations, such as resistance to saltwater corrosion, thermal degradation, and chemical exposure, are reinforcing fiberglass’s appeal in renewable project design. As South Korea seeks to transition from fossil fuels, the deployment of durable, adaptable materials in renewable platforms becomes critical. This transition has contributed to increasing procurement of fiberglass-based components and is expected to deepen as government targets for clean energy adoption accelerate.
Export-Oriented Manufacturing and Global Integration
South Korea’s export-focused industrial base relies on advanced materials like fiberglass to meet international standards across end-use segments. Domestic producers are scaling up production capacity with automated fiber drawing, weaving, and resin impregnation technologies to cater to OEMs and tier-1 suppliers worldwide. Key export segments include automotive components, marine panels, sporting goods, and precision electronics that demand stringent strength and insulation properties. Fiberglass producers are forming long-term contracts with global clients, leveraging South Korea’s high-quality production capabilities and logistical efficiency. Furthermore, alignment with international safety, thermal performance, and environmental certifications has enabled South Korean fiberglass to penetrate competitive overseas markets. Collaborative R&D programs and vertical integration strategies help reduce dependence on raw imports and ensure consistent quality. These competitive manufacturing advantages position South Korea as a reliable global supplier, driving foreign demand and long-term sustainability in fiberglass production and exports.

South Korea Fiberglass Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on glass product type, glass fiber type, resin type, application, and end user.
Glass Product Type Insights:
? Glass Wool
? Direct and Assembled Roving
? Yarn
? Chopped Strand
? Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the glass product type. This includes glass wool, direct and assembled roving, yarn, chopped strand, and others.
Glass Fiber Type Insights:
? E-Glass
? A-Glass
? S-Glass
? AR-Glass
? C-Glass
? R-Glass
? Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the glass fiber type. This includes E-glass, A-glass, S-glass, AR-glass, C-glass, R-glass, and others.
Resin Type Insights:
? Thermoset Resin
? Thermoplastic Resin
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the resin type. This includes thermoset resin and thermoplastic resin.
Application Insights:
? Composites
? Insulation
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes composites and insulation.
End User Insights:
? Construction
? Automotive
? Wind Energy
? Aerospace and Defense
? Electronics
? Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user. This includes construction, automotive, wind energy, aerospace and defense, electronics, and others.
Regional Insights:
? Seoul Capital Area
? Yeongnam (Southeastern Region)
? Honam (Southwestern Region)
? Hoseo (Central Region)
? Others
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all major regional markets. This includes Seoul Capital Area, Yeongnam (Southeastern Region), Honam (Southwestern Region), Hoseo (Central Region), and others.

Competitive Landscape:
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Key Questions Answered in This Report:
? How has the South Korea fiberglass market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
? What is the breakup of the South Korea fiberglass market on the basis of glass product type?
? What is the breakup of the South Korea fiberglass market on the basis of glass fiber type?
? What is the breakup of the South Korea fiberglass market on the basis of resin type?
? What is the breakup of the South Korea fiberglass market on the basis of application?
? What is the breakup of the South Korea fiberglass market on the basis of end user?
? What is the breakup of the South Korea fiberglass market on the basis of region?
? What are the various stages in the value chain of the South Korea fiberglass market?
? What are the key driving factors and challenges in the South Korea fiberglass market?
? What is the structure of the South Korea fiberglass market and who are the key players?
? What is the degree of competition in the South Korea fiberglass market?

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Table of Contents

1 Preface
2 Scope and Methodology
2.1 Objectives of the Study
2.2 Stakeholders
2.3 Data Sources
2.3.1 Primary Sources
2.3.2 Secondary Sources
2.4 Market Estimation
2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
2.5 Forecasting Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 South Korea Fiberglass Market - Introduction
4.1 Overview
4.2 Market Dynamics
4.3 Industry Trends
4.4 Competitive Intelligence
5 South Korea Fiberglass Market Landscape
5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6 South Korea Fiberglass Market - Breakup by Glass Product Type?
6.1 Glass Wool
6.1.1 Overview
6.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
6.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6.2 Direct and Assembled Roving
6.2.1 Overview
6.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
6.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6.3 Yarn
6.3.1 Overview
6.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
6.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6.4 Chopped Strand
6.4.1 Overview
6.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
6.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6.5 Others
6.5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
6.5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7 South Korea Fiberglass Market - Breakup by Glass Fiber Type?
7.1 E-Glass?
7.1.1 Overview
7.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
7.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.2 A-Glass?
7.2.1 Overview
7.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
7.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.3 S-Glass
7.3.1 Overview
7.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
7.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.4 AR-Glass
7.4.1 Overview
7.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
7.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.5 C-Glass
7.5.1 Overview
7.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
7.5.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.6 R-Glass
7.6.1 Overview
7.6.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
7.6.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.7 Others
7.7.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
7.7.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8 South Korea Fiberglass Market - Breakup by Resin Type
8.1 Thermoset Resin? ?
8.1.1 Overview
8.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
8.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8.2 Thermoplastic Resin
8.2.1 Overview
8.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
8.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9 South Korea Fiberglass Market - Breakup by Application
9.1 Composites
9.1.1 Overview
9.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
9.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.2 Insulation
9.2.1 Overview
9.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
9.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10 South Korea Fiberglass Market - Breakup by End User
10.1 Construction
10.1.1 Overview
10.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
10.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.2 Automotive
10.2.1 Overview
10.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
10.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.3 Wind Energy
10.3.1 Overview
10.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
10.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.4 Aerospace and Defense
10.4.1 Overview
10.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
10.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.5 Electronics?
10.5.1 Overview
10.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
10.5.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.6 Others
10.6.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
10.6.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
11 South Korea Fiberglass Market ? Breakup by Region
11.1 Seoul Capital Area
11.1.1 Overview
11.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
11.1.3 Breakup by Glass Product Type?
11.1.4 Breakup by Glass Fiber Type?
11.1.5 Breakup by Resin Type?
11.1.6 Breakup by Application?
11.1.7 Breakup by End User
11.1.8 Key Players
11.1.9 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
11.2 Yeongnam (Southeastern Region)
11.2.1 Overview
11.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
11.2.3 Breakup by Glass Product Type?
11.2.4 Breakup by Glass Fiber Type?
11.2.5 Breakup by Resin Type?
11.2.6 Breakup by Application?
11.2.7 Breakup by End User
11.2.8 Key Players
11.2.9 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
11.3 Honam (Southwestern Region)
11.3.1 Overview
11.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
11.3.3 Breakup by Glass Product Type?
11.3.4 Breakup by Glass Fiber Type?
11.3.5 Breakup by Resin Type?
11.3.6 Breakup by Application?
11.3.7 Breakup by End User
11.3.8 Key Players
11.3.9 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
11.4 Hoseo (Central Region)
11.4.1 Overview
11.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
11.4.3 Breakup by Glass Product Type?
11.4.4 Breakup by Glass Fiber Type?
11.4.5 Breakup by Resin Type?
11.4.6 Breakup by Application?
11.4.7 Breakup by End User
11.4.8 Key Players
11.4.9 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
11.5 Others
11.5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
11.5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
12 South Korea Fiberglass Market ? Competitive Landscape
12.1 Overview
12.2 Market Structure
12.3 Market Player Positioning
12.4 Top Winning Strategies
12.5 Competitive Dashboard
12.6 Company Evaluation Quadrant
13 Profiles of Key Players
13.1 Company A
13.1.1 Business Overview
13.1.2 Products Offered
13.1.3 Business Strategies
13.1.4 SWOT Analysis
13.1.5 Major News and Events
13.2 Company B
13.2.1 Business Overview
13.2.2 Products Offered
13.2.3 Business Strategies
13.2.4 SWOT Analysis
13.2.5 Major News and Events
13.3 Company C
13.3.1 Business Overview
13.3.2 Products Offered
13.3.3 Business Strategies
13.3.4 SWOT Analysis
13.3.5 Major News and Events
13.4 Company D
13.4.1 Business Overview
13.4.2 Products Offered
13.4.3 Business Strategies
13.4.4 SWOT Analysis
13.4.5 Major News and Events
13.5 Company E
13.5.1 Business Overview
13.5.2 Products Offered
13.5.3 Business Strategies
13.5.4 SWOT Analysis
13.5.5 Major News and Events
14 South Korea Fiberglass Market - Industry Analysis
14.1 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
14.1.1 Overview
14.1.2 Drivers
14.1.3 Restraints
14.1.4 Opportunities
14.2 Porters Five Forces Analysis
14.2.1 Overview
14.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
14.2.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
14.2.4 Degree of Competition
14.2.5 Threat of New Entrants
14.2.6 Threat of Substitutes
14.3 Value Chain Analysis
15 Appendix