The global fire-resistant glass market is expected to reach $18.09 billion by 2031 as stricter fire safety requirements, construction growth and demand for high-performance building materials drive increased adoption.
According to a new report from MarketsandMarkets, the market is projected to grow from $11.65 billion in 2026 to $18.09 billion in 2031, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%.
Fire-resistant glass is increasingly being used in doors, partitions, facades, windows and curtain walls, allowing buildings to incorporate transparent glazing while maintaining fire protection requirements.
The trend is particularly relevant to the fire and life safety sector as architects and building owners seek to combine passive fire protection with modern building designs that prioritize natural light, visibility and aesthetics.
Building and construction accounted for 83.7% of the fire-resistant glass market by value in 2025, making it the largest application segment.
MarketsandMarkets expects the sector to record the highest growth through 2031, with demand being driven by residential, commercial and institutional developments as well as infrastructure projects.
The report highlights the growing construction of high-rise buildings, healthcare facilities, commercial properties and transportation infrastructure as key opportunities for fire-resistant glazing.
Increasingly stringent building codes and greater emphasis on fire protection are also encouraging the use of fire-rated glazing in applications including doors, partitions, facades, windows and curtain walls.
Laminated glass was the largest product segment in 2025, accounting for 57.7% of market value.
However, ceramic glass is expected to record the fastest CAGR through 2031.
According to the report, ceramic glass is benefiting from its resistance to heat, thermal shock and fire, alongside properties including thermal stability, optical clarity and durability.
Advances in ceramic glass manufacturing and fire performance are also expected to support further adoption in building applications.
Asia Pacific is projected to record the fastest regional growth, with a CAGR of 10.8% through 2031.
The report links this expansion to urbanization, construction activity and investment in residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects.
The development of high-rise buildings, healthcare facilities and transportation infrastructure is increasing demand for fire protection glazing, while tighter fire safety regulations and growing awareness of building safety are expected to further support the market.
Remodeling activity and investment in regional manufacturing and distribution networks are also expected to contribute to growth.
Market expansion is being supported by investment in manufacturing capacity and product development.
In April 2025, POLFLAM received approximately $56 million in financing from mBank and PKO Bank Polski to support its expansion plans. The company supplies fire-resistant, energy-efficient and decorative glass to domestic and international markets.
M&A activity is also reshaping the sector. National Guard Products acquired Anemostat Door Products, strengthening its fire-rated glazed products offering, while its acquisition of Glassopolis Specialty Glass expanded its architectural glazing processing and distribution capabilities.
Major companies identified in the report include Saint-Gobain, SCHOTT AG, AGC, Nippon Sheet Glass, National Guard Products, Etex Group, SAFTI FIRST, POLFLAM, PRESS GLASS, Glas Trösch, Allegion, Central Glass and Isoclima Group.
The continued growth of the fire-resistant glass market reflects a wider shift toward integrating passive fire protection into building design while meeting demands for transparency, aesthetics and functionality.
