Investment Rating - Industry Rating: Neutral (maintained rating) [5] Core Insights - The supply side of spandex is orderly released and concentrated among leading manufacturers, while downstream demand is growing rapidly [1][4] - China's spandex consumption is continuously increasing, driven by the demand from the fashion and comfort trends [5] - The production cost of spandex is primarily composed of raw materials, manufacturing expenses, labor, and transportation, with raw material costs accounting for approximately 42% of the total cost [20][21] Summary by Sections 1. Spandex Product Overview - Spandex, known as Lycra, is a highly elastic fiber that can stretch 5-8 times its length and has a recovery rate of over 99% [1][13] - It is widely used in textiles, improving the elasticity and comfort of fabrics with just a 3% addition [13] 2. Spandex Industry Supply - Over 75% of global spandex production capacity is concentrated in China, which has rapidly expanded its capacity from 15,400 tons in 2000 to 1.35 million tons by 2024, with a CAGR of 20.5% [3][46] - The industry has experienced four rounds of capacity expansion, with the latest round from 2020 to 2024 seeing significant growth due to rising demand for protective and leisure wear [52][56] 3. Spandex Industry Demand - China's spandex consumption is projected to grow from 121,000 tons in 2005 to 1.012 million tons by 2024, with a CAGR of 11.8% [5] - The demand for differentiated spandex is expanding into various applications, including automotive interiors and medical supplies, with a current differentiation rate of 23% in China compared to 60% in developed countries [5] 4. Related Companies - Major companies in the spandex industry include Huafeng Chemical, Xinxiang Chemical Fiber, and Taihe New Materials, which are key players in the market [4][21]