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This section provides an overview for polyester as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 18 polyester manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked polyester companies as of March, 2025: 1.MMI Textiles, 2.Sarla Flex, 3.Wayne Mills Co. Inc..
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Polyester is a general term for polymers formed by ester bonds.
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a typical example. By changing the alcohol or carboxylic acid that forms the ester bond, the properties of the resulting polyester can be changed. It is used in various applications, but typical examples include materials for clothing, bedding, and curtains.
Typical applications for polyester include polyethylene terephthalate (PET) for PET bottles, polyester fibers, and cable protectors for electronic devices and automotive parts. Polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT) is also used as a polyester fiber.
Another type of polyester is unsaturated polyester, which has unsaturated bonds in the molecule. FRP is used in a wide range of industries, including aircraft and other transportation components, construction materials, sporting goods, and space-related components, such as rockets.
Figure 1. Production process for polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
There are two methods of polyester production: direct polymerization, in which a divalent alcohol and a divalent carboxylic acid are dehydrated and condensed to form an ester bond. The second method is ester exchange, in which a dicarboxylic acid ester and a divalent alcohol undergo an ester exchange reaction.
Various polyesters can be made by changing the divalent alcohol and divalent carboxylic acid used in the dehydration-condensation process, and their physical properties also change, resulting in different applications. For example, polyethylene terephthalate with two alcohol carbons is used as a material for fleece and other clothing, while polybutylene terephthalate with four alcohol carbons has high durability and stretchability and is used for sportswear and swimwear.
Polyester has different properties depending on their molecular structure. Their common characteristics are high strength, abrasion resistance, and elasticity. On the other hand, its disadvantages are that it is easily electrified and has low heat resistance.
Nylon is a polymer similar to polyester, but its chemical structures are very different. Polyester is formed by ester bonds, while nylon is formed by amide bonds.
Polyester fibers are characterized by their firmness, elasticity, resistance to wrinkling, and resistance to acids and alkalis. In contrast, Nylon fibers are lightweight and dry quickly. Polyester fibers are similar in appearance and feel to cotton and wool, and are used in women's and men's clothing. Nylon fibers, on the other hand, are used for innerwear and stockings as well as a material for automobile airbags.
Figure 2. Three-dimensional crosslink formation reaction of unsaturated polyester
Unsaturated polyester is a thermosetting resin and differs from thermoplastics, such as PET, PEN, PBT, and PTT in this respect. Specifically, a mixture of polyester resin having unsaturated bonds in the molecule and vinyl monomer is made into a final product by three-dimensional cross-linking of the polyester resin with the vinyl monomer through heating.
Figure 3. Comparison of physical properties of thermosetting resins
Unsaturated polyesters are particularly excellent in moldability due to their low viscosity during molding. When composited with glass fiber or carbon fiber, its toughness increases, so it is used for automobile bodies, ships, and other applications requiring strength. The weak point is that the ester bonds in the main chain are hydrolyzed by alkali, resulting in a decrease in molecular weight and low alkali resistance.
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Toray Plastics is a manufacturer of synthetic fibers, plastics, chemicals, and films founded in 1926. The company is a subsidiary of Toray Industries, Inc. and has two divisions: Toray Plastics America, which is based in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, and Toray Plastics Malaysia, based in Penang, Malaysia. The company operates two manufacturing facilities that produce various synthetic materials including polypropylene film for packaging and capacitor applications, liquid crystal polymers for electronic components and automotive connectors, and polyester-based thermoplastic resins for providing long-term chemical and heat resistance to office equipment. These mainly supply clients in the automotive, automation, and electronic industries.
MMI Textiles, established in 1997, is a manufacturer and global supplier based in Brooklyn, Ohio, specializing in industrial fabrics and textile components. The company’s product range includes fabrics, webbing, binding tape, hardware, labels, and more. These products serve diverse industries and markets including the military, medical and commercial sectors. With a strong presence in government contracts and a network of over 250 suppliers across three continents, MMI supplies customers locally and internationally. The company holds ISO 9001 certification and its stretch wovens are made in the USA and meet Compliance standards.
Saint-Gobain Coating Solutions is based in Avignon, France, and is a manufacturer and distributor of equipment and consumables related to industrial coatings that was established in the 1980s as a business unit of Saint-Gobain. The company’s product lineup includes consumables for thermal and flame sprays such as cords and rods, and Rokide brand ceramic rod flame spray systems. It also offers custom design, production, and equipment testing services. The company’s products are typically used in industrial processing and refining facilities.
DIATEX SAS, founded in 1986, is a manufacturer based in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, specializing in technical fabrics and synthetic fibers. Initially producing agro-textile solutions for agriculture and farming, the company diversified its offerings over the years. In 1991, it introduced VACUOPLEX, a patented multilayer system designed for composite material vacuum molding. Certified with ISO 9001 and AS/EN 9100 for aerospace management in 2007, the company expanded its portfolio to include composite, metal, and wood canvas for light aircraft. It also manufactures advanced textiles for aeronautics, filtration, and personal protective equipment (PPE), supported by Tissages des Mûres, a weaving factory acquired in 2015.
Sigmund Lindner GmbH, also known as SiLi, is an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001-certified manufacturer of technical glass products that was established in Warmensteinach, Germany, in 1854. The company’s product lineup includes ceramic beads for high-performance grinding applications, glass beads for fine grinding applications, and plastic-free and biodegradable glitters. These beads are used in the production of road marking paints, coatings, and pigments. The company's products are primarily used by its clients in Germany’s paint, automotive, and medical device manufacturing industries.
TEIJIN LIMITED, founded in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, in 1918 is a manufacturer of aramid, carbon fibers & composites, films, resins & plastics. The company's product portfolio includes polycarbonate (PC) resin, polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) resin, and molded parts and Pharmaceutical & Medical Equipment. Their products are used in industries such as Food and Beverage Processing, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology and Chemical and Petrochemical and construction. The company also provides services including national distribution, product selection, customized services, technical support and customer service.
Fibertex Nonwovens A/S is based in Aalborg, North Denmark Region, Denmark, and is a manufacturer of nonwoven fabrics established in 1968 before being acquired by Schouw & Co. The company’s products include bedding materials utilizing performance nonwoven fabrics, automotive-grade nonwoven fabrics designed for low weight and sound absorption, and geosynthetics for civil engineering applications. It also offers filtration media, flooring materials, and medical-grade nonwoven fabrics for dressings or wound care. The company’s products are used by clients in automotive manufacturing, healthcare, and civil engineering operations.
Ranking as of March 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MMI Textiles |
18.6%
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| 2 | Sarla Flex |
11.7%
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| 3 | Wayne Mills Co. Inc. |
10.2%
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| 4 | Jason Mills |
9.2%
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| 5 | Toray Plastics |
7.8%
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| 6 | Lean Textile Co., Limited |
5.5%
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| 7 | Zhejiang Changxing Perfectextile Co., Ltd. |
4.7%
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| 8 | Thai Polyester CO., LTD |
4.6%
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| 9 | TEIJIN LIMITED |
4.6%
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| 10 | Quanzhou Chengxie Trade Co., Ltd |
4.5%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the polyester page as of March 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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5 | 29.4% |
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China
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4 | 23.5% |
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France
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3 | 17.6% |
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Japan
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2 | 11.8% |
|
Germany
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1 | 5.9% |
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Denmark
|
1 | 5.9% |
|
Thailand
|
1 | 5.9% |
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■Summary The polyester mesh net woven with carbon fiber can be expected to have a high anti-static effect. (Mesh opening: 50-2,000μ)
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■Product overview ``Ereid'' is a heat shielding polyester filament that reflects infrared rays contained in sunlight and blocks ultraviolet rays. "...
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■Product overview "Cosmo Alpha" is an alkali-dissolved splitting polyester filament. After alkali treatment, it becomes a 9-part 100% polyester mic...
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■High multi-polyester filament “Vega” High multi-polyester "Vega" is an ultra-fine polyester thread. By eliminating fuzz and thread breakage during...
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■Product overview ``Soreful'' is a textile with an elegant luster that uses differentially shrinkable blended polyester filaments to achieve a mode...
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