Fire-Resistant Glass Market to Reach $18 Billion by 2031
The global fire-resistant glass market is expected to grow from $11.65 billion in 2026 to $18.09 billion by 2031, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%, according to an analysis by MarketsandMarkets. Market growth is primarily being driven by stricter fire safety regulations and standards, increased construction activity, and growing requirements for occupant safety and building resilience, with demand rising for solutions that combine fire protection with transparency, aesthetics, and greater architectural design flexibility. The use of fire-resistant glass is expanding particularly in doors, partitions, façades, windows, and glazed walls, where it helps prevent the spread of flames, heat, and thermal radiation, while advances in laminated and ceramic glass are further improving its thermal and optical performance.
Building and construction is by far the largest application segment, accounting for 83.7% of the market by value in 2025, while laminated fire-resistant glass dominated the product segment with a 57.7% share.
Europe is expected to remain the largest regional market, supported by strong construction activity, stringent fire safety standards, and the increasing adoption of certified fire-rated glazing systems and advanced building envelope solutions. The fastest growth, however, is expected in the Asia-Pacific region, with a CAGR of 10.8%, driven by rapid urbanization.
Leading market players include Saint-Gobain, SCHOTT, AGC, Nippon Sheet Glass, and Central Glass, which MarketsandMarkets identifies as key companies due to their broad market presence and strong operational and financial capabilities.
