| Product Code: ETC8852123 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Philippines continues to rely heavily on spandex imports, with top exporters including China, Japan, Malaysia, Vietnam, and South Korea in 2024. Despite a high concentration of Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), indicating market dominance by a few key players, the industry experienced a significant decline with a CAGR of -4.13% from 2020 to 2024. The growth rate plummeted even further in 2024, dropping by -26.29% compared to the previous year. This data suggests a challenging landscape for spandex import shipments in the Philippines, potentially impacted by various economic factors.

The spandex market in the Philippines is growing, fueled by demand from the activewear, innerwear, and medical textiles industries. Rising health consciousness and a shift toward comfort-driven fashion are influencing manufacturers to incorporate stretch fabrics. Imports dominate the market, but local garment manufacturers are increasing the use of spandex blends to stay competitive.
The spandex market in the Philippines is seeing growth due to the rising demand for stretchy, comfortable, and form-fitting fabrics in the apparel industry. Spandex, known for its high elasticity, is widely used in activewear, performance sportswear, swimwear, and fashion garments. As the fitness and wellness trend continues to gain traction, there is an increasing demand for garments made from spandex blends. The growth of the e-commerce sector and the rising middle class also contribute to the expansion of the spandex market, as consumers look for high-quality, functional, and affordable clothing options.
The Spandex Market in the Philippines faces issues related to the high cost of raw materials and reliance on imports. The local textile industry is not adequately equipped to produce spandex fibers, and the market remains vulnerable to fluctuations in global prices. Additionally, awareness about the benefits of spandex in apparel is limited outside the activewear and fashion segments, which hampers broader market penetration.
The spandex market in the Philippines is expanding due to increasing demand in the apparel, sportswear, and medical sectors. Spandex is known for its elasticity and is widely used in clothing, including activewear, swimwear, and performance costumes. Investment opportunities lie in the development of new spandex materials with enhanced durability, comfort, and sustainability features. As the demand for performance and fashion-oriented fabrics grows, the spandex market in the Philippines is set to continue its expansion.
The spandex market, primarily used in textiles and apparel, is governed by DTI regulations concerning imports and consumer product standards. The government supports the domestic garment industry through the Board of Investments (BOI), offering fiscal incentives for companies that manufacture or incorporate spandex in high-performance textiles. Environmental compliance is enforced through the DENR, especially in manufacturing facilities using chemical-based elastomers.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Philippines Spandex Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Spandex Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Spandex Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Spandex Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for comfortable and stretchable clothing in the Philippines |
4.2.2 Increasing popularity of athleisure wear and sportswear in the country |
4.2.3 Rise in disposable income leading to higher spending on fashion and apparel |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Competition from alternative materials like elastane and polyester |
4.3.3 Lack of awareness about the benefits of spandex compared to traditional fabrics |
5 Philippines Spandex Market Trends |
6 Philippines Spandex Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Spandex Market, By Technology |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Technology, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Solution Dry-Spinning, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Wet-Spinning, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Spandex Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Clothing, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Medical, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Spandex Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Spandex Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Spandex Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Spandex Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Consumer adoption rate of spandex-infused clothing |
8.2 Number of new entrants or expansions in the spandex manufacturing industry in the Philippines |
8.3 Percentage increase in the production capacity of spandex manufacturers in the country |
9 Philippines Spandex Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Spandex Market Opportunity Assessment, By Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Spandex Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Spandex Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Spandex Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Spandex Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |