Market Insights
"The global powder metallurgy market size was estimated at USD 2.82 billion in 2022 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 11.17% during 2023-2028 to reach USD 5.35 billion in 2028."

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Powder Metallurgy is a low-cost process of manufacturing both simple and complex shapes. It offers advantages over traditional processes. This process provides a favorable surface finish, controlled porosity, low scrap generation, high production rate, and excellent wear resistance.
Powder Metallurgy Market Report Overview
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Market Size in 2028
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USD 5.35 Billion
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Market Size in 2022
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USD 2.82 Billion
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Market Growth (2023-2028)
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CAGR of 11.17%
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Base Year of Study
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2022
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Trend Period
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2017-2021
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Forecast Period
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2023-2028
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Market Dynamics
Market Drivers
Major factors such as increasing adoption of additive manufacturing coupled with the growing demand for lightweight components or parts in the aerospace, defense, and automotive sectors is expected to drive the growth of the market during the forecast period. In addition, powder metallurgy is a cost-effective process for manufacturing simple as well as complex shapes, having advantages over conventional processes.
With powder metallurgy offering a favorable surface finish, controlled porosity, low scrap generation, high production rate, and excellent wear resistance, the market is likely to experience favorable gains over the forecast period.
Key Players
The following are the key players in the powder metallurgy market (arranged alphabetically).
- Advanced Technology & Materials Co., Ltd.
- CRS Holdings Inc.
- GKN Plc.
- Hitachi Chemical Company Ltd.
- Höganäs AB
- Molyworks Materials Corporation
- Rio Tinto Metal Powders
- Rusal
- Sandvik AB
- Sumitomo Electric Company Ltd
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Segments Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Material-Type Analysis
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Titanium, Nickel, Steel, Aluminum, Cobalt, and Others
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Steel is expected to hold the major share during the forecast period.
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Process-Type Analysis
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Additive Manufacturing, Metal Injection Molding, and Powder Metal Hot Isostatic Pressing
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The powder metal hot isostatic pressing process type is expected to register substantial growth during the forecast period.
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Application-Type Analysis
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Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Medical & Dental, Oil & Gas, and Industrial
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The aerospace & defense application segment is expected to account for the major share of the market during the forecast period.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
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North America is expected to be the leading region in the powder metallurgy market during the forecast period.
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Material Trends
"The steel segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented as titanium, nickel, steel, aluminum, cobalt, and others. Steel accounted for more than 45% of the market share in 2022 and is expected to hold the major share during the forecast period owing to its easy availability and low cost. In addition, the increasing use of steel powder for various applications in different industries is expected to drive the growth of the segment over the forecast period.
Process Trends
"The powder metal hot isostatic pressing segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented as additive manufacturing, metal injection molding, and powder metal hot isostatic pressing. The powder metal hot isostatic pressing process type is expected to register substantial growth during the forecast period. The growth of the segment is driven by the increasing demand from the component manufacturing industry. Furthermore, the strong combination of enhanced raw materials coupled with the higher machining efficiency offered by PM HIP is likely to boost its demand over the forecast period.
Application Trends
"The aerospace & defense segment accounted for the largest market share."
The market is segmented as aerospace & defense, automotive, medical & dental, oil & gas, and industrial. The aerospace & defense application segment accounted for more than 50% of the market share and is expected to account for the major share of the market during the forecast period. The aerospace & defense industry's ability to endure high initial costs and its adaptability to new technologies are driving the segment's growth. Furthermore, the use of various technologies in the market is likely to be driven by an innovative aerospace approach supported by the demand for complex geometric structures, consequently driving the growth of the segment over the forecast period.
Regional Insights
"North America accounted for the largest market share."
North America accounted for more than 35% share in 2022 and is expected to be the leading region in the powder metallurgy market during the forecast period. The growth of the region’s market is owing to the high demand for powder metallurgy processes from the aerospace & defense industry. Furthermore, the presence of major government and private aerospace companies coupled with high defense spending in the U.S. is expected to drive the growth of the regional market over the forecast period. Europe and Asia-Pacific are expected to offer substantial growth opportunities during the forecast period.

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Research Methodology
This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s powder metallurgy market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period. The report segments and analyzes the market in the most detailed manner in order to provide a panoramic view of the market. The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for the market participants as well as investors in the identification of the low-hanging fruits available in the market as well as to formulate the growth strategies to expedite their growth process.
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Key questions this report answers
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Relevant contents in the report
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In-depth Analysis of the Powder Metallurgy Market
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How lucrative is the future?
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Market forecast and trend data and emerging trends
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Which regions offer the best sales opportunities?
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Global, regional, and country-level historical data and forecasts
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Which are the most attractive market segments?
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Market Segment Analysis and Forecast
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Which are the top players and their market positioning?
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Competitive landscape analysis, Market share analysis
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How complex is the business environment?
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Porter’s five forces analysis, PEST analysis, Life cycle analysis
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What are the factors affecting the market?
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Drivers & challenges
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The powder metallurgy market is segmented into the following categories.
By Material Type
- Titanium
- Nickel
- Steel
- Aluminum
- Cobalt
- Others
By Process Type
- Additive Manufacturing
- Metal Injection Molding
- Powder Metal Hot Isostatic Pressing
By Application Type
- Aerospace & Defense
- Automotive
- Medical & Dental
- Oil & Gas
- Industrial
By End-User Type
By Region
- North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, Spain, and Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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