Global Fiberglass and FRP Recycling Market

1. Summary

The Global Fiberglass and FRP Recycling Market was valued at $580 mn. in 2025. During the forecast period 2025-2030, it is expected to grow at 8.5% CAGR, to an estimated market size of $872 mn. in 2030. A detailed breakdown by segment and geography is provided in the downloadable datasheet.

2. Market Definition

The global fiberglass and fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) recycling market involves the collection, processing, and repurposing of composite waste materials, specifically glass-fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP) and carbon-fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP), into reusable raw materials or fillers. The scope includes mechanical recycling, thermal processes like pyrolysis, and chemical methods such as solvolysis applied to manufacturing scrap and end-of-life (EOL) products from sectors like wind energy, automotive, and construction.

3. Trends & Demand Drivers

Several key trends are expected to significantly impact the Fiberglass and FRP Recycling Market in the period 2025-30:

• The massive surge in wind turbine blade decommissioning is creating a critical need for large-scale GFRP recycling solutions.
• Stringent landfill bans and environmental regulations, particularly in Europe, are forcing industries to move away from traditional disposal methods.
• Advancements in chemical solvolysis and co-pyrolysis are improving the quality of recovered fibers, allowing them to compete with virgin materials.
• The transition toward a circular economy is driving strategic partnerships between OEMs and waste management firms to secure recycled feedstock.
• Increasing demand for sustainable construction materials is positioning recycled FRP as a high-value filler for concrete and composite panels.
• The adoption of digital material passports and blockchain is enhancing the traceability and quality assurance of recycled composite fibers.
• High processing costs remain a challenge, as pyrolysis and chemical recycling often exceed the cost of landfilling in regions without carbon pricing.

4. Market Breakdown

The downloadable datasheet breaks market sizes and growth rates (CAGRs) down into the following geographies and segments: