Protective Films Companies and Developments

Date : 29 October 2025

The protective films market is expected to grow from USD 21.11 billion in 2025 to USD 36.16 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 6.27%. These films are used on both exterior and interior automotive parts to protect them from scratches, dust, and damage during transport and assembly. The rise in electric vehicle production is driving this demand due to the need for protection of sensitive and advanced components.

Protective Films Market Key Players

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Latest Announcements by Market Leaders

  • On 10 October 2024, Tredegar Surface Protection, which is a subsidiary of Tredegar Corporation and a top company in high-quality masking films, is delighted to reveal the launch of Obsidian Automotive protective films.
  • On 27 February 2025, XPEL, which is a global leader in protective films and coatings and EV track-maker, Rivian, announced a strengthening of their acquisition that will allow Rivian R1T and R1S owners in the US and Canada the opportunity to tailor and directly order the XPEL exterior paint protection, ceramic coating, and window film of their choice.

Recent Developments

  • On 21 December 2024, Cosmo First, a top company in the production of specialty films for packaging, lamination, labelling, and more, is set to change vehicle protection with the launch of its inventive Paint Protection Films, crafted to design and develop automotive exteriors.
  • Daubert Crownwell, a top company in Corrosion Inhibitor (VCI) packaging, has revealed the launch of Daubert VCI films with BioNature, the primary and only 100% biodegradable and 100% recyclable corrosion-inhibiting films crafted for actual-world environmental surroundings.
  • On 20 January 2025, ALP Group revealed its Paint Protection Film (PPF) product line at the Bharat Mobility Mobile Expo 2025 as the organization introduced three variants, Armor, Defender, and Ranger, crafted to protect vehicle surfaces from environmental damage.
  • On 31st October 2024, Tredegar Surface Protection, which is a subsidiary of Tredegar Corporation, which is a top company in good quality masking films, is delighted to reveal the launch of its newest packaging films, Optennia. This new packaging solution is available through their current distribution channel, which gives extreme protection and performance while assisting sustainability aims.
  • On 8 May 2025, IPG, which is an inspiring provider of high-performance tapes and films, disclosed the launch of its latest Polyethylene Surface Protection Film tape. This kind of clean-removal and low-tack tape is crafted to protect a variety of smooth and rough surfaces across various industries.
  • On 26 May 2025, Nova Chemical appointed its primary polyethylene film recycling facility, referred to as SYNDIGO1, located in Cornersville, Indiana, US, as the facility is claimed to be one of the highest-level in its worldwide, spanning 450,000 sqft.

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