Viscose Yarn: Market Size & Forecast 2026

The global viscose yarn market sits at approximately USD 16.2 billion in 2025 (base year), held in a balanced state between mature replacement demand from apparel and home textiles, accelerating cellulosic feedstock substitution, and persistent cost pressure from dissolving wood pulp (DWP) pricing. Forward growth tracks at roughly 4.6% CAGR to USD 23.3 billion by 2032, anchored by viscose staple fiber (VSF) which commands 68% of category volume. The category sits structurally tight on feedstock supply, with EU integrated producers (Lenzing, Kelheim) holding premium positioning while Asian capacity (China, India) drives volume. > **Analyst Take.** Our view: the DGTR enforcement decline (Q1 2026) is the single most under-priced event in this category for EU and US buyers. With Chinese VFY remaining accessible at sub-investigation pricing, apparel-tier buyers who pre-committed to dual-regio

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