Meticulous Research®, a leading global market research company, has released a comprehensive report titled ‘3D Printing Material Market by Type (Polymers, Metals & Alloys, Ceramics & Composites), Form (Powders, Filaments, Liquids), Technology (FDM, SLS, SLA, MJF, EBM, Others), End User (Automotive, Healthcare, Others) & Geography - Global Forecast to 2031’.
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According to the report, the global 3D printing material market is projected to reach $11.08 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 23.8% from 2024 to 2031. This robust market growth is driven by several key factors, including the rising demand for polymers in 3D printing applications, increased focus on product development and prototyping, and government initiatives promoting 3D printing technologies. However, high material costs remain a significant barrier to market expansion.
The report identifies additional growth opportunities stemming from the application of 3D printing in the education sector and innovations in hybrid materials. Yet, the market faces challenges such as a shortage of skilled professionals and limited material selection.
Market Segmentation Insights:
By Type: The 3D printing material market is segmented into polymers, metals & alloys, and ceramics & composites. In 2024, the polymer segment is expected to dominate the market in terms of volume, driven by advancements in 3D printing technologies and the demand for high-performance polymers across industries like automotive and aerospace. However, in terms of value, the metals & alloys segment is anticipated to lead due to higher costs associated with metal materials and initial production investments.
The ceramics & composites segment is projected to experience the highest growth rate, fueled by the increasing adoption of ceramics for artistic applications and the use of composite materials to enhance strength and durability in 3D-printed components.
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By Form: The market is further divided into powders, filaments, and liquids. The powders segment is expected to hold the largest market share in 2024, driven by its widespread use in aerospace, automotive, and industrial manufacturing. Meanwhile, the filaments segment is anticipated to register the highest CAGR, supported by the growing use of filament materials in prototyping and medical implant applications.
By Technology: Among the various technologies, fused deposition modeling (FDM) is expected to account for the largest market share in 2024, thanks to its cost-effectiveness and versatility in producing custom thermoplastic parts and prototypes. However, electron beam melting (EBM) is forecasted to experience the highest growth, driven by its increasing adoption in industries like aerospace and medical for manufacturing complex, high-performance parts.
By End User: The aerospace & defense sector is projected to dominate the 3D printing material market in 2024, attributed to its stringent requirements for part performance, coupled with the growing investment in additive manufacturing for complex components. The industrial sector is expected to see the fastest growth, supported by the rising use of 3D printing for mass production and the growing focus on cost and lead time reduction in manufacturing.
Regional Insights:
The North America is expected to lead the global market in 2024, thanks to the presence of key industry players and high demand for customized 3D-printed products across various sectors, including healthcare, aerospace, and automotive. The region's market is further bolstered by increased industrialization and significant investments in 3D printing technologies.
However, the Asia-Pacific is forecasted to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The region’s growth is driven by rapid industrialization, increased digitization, and the rising adoption of 3D printing technologies in consumer goods, construction, and electronics sectors, with countries like China, India, and Japan leading the charge.
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Key Players:
Leading companies in the 3D printing material market include Markforged, Inc. (U.S.), Sculpteo (France), Stratasys Ltd. (U.S.), Evonik Industries AG (Germany), Zortrax (Poland), 3D Systems, Inc. (U.S.), Proto Labs, Inc. (U.S.), MATERIALISE NV (Belgium), The ExOne Company (U.S.), IC3D, Inc. (U.S.), Desktop Metal, Inc. (U.S.), EOS GmbH (Germany), Tethon3D (U.S.), Lithoz GmbH (Germany), and Formlabs (U.S.).
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