3D Printing Materials Market

3D Printing Materials Market Insights

“The 3D Printing Materials Market was estimated at US$ 3.1 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at an impressive CAGR of 25.68% during 2024-2030 to reach US$ 15.37 billion by 2030.”

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Introduction

3D printing materials are materials that are utilized to build objects during additive manufacturing that is forming objects in layers. These materials are available in various types and each type has its properties and uses in various applications. Common 3D printing materials include:

• Plastics: The commonly used materials at the consumer level include PLA and ABS since they are both thermoplastics and user-friendly and cheap.

• Metals: There are ordinary-use metals such as stainless steel, titanium, and aluminum for industrial use considering the strength of the material.

• Resins: Photo polymer and epoxy resins are other types of resin-based materials used in applications where intricate details are required for printing material, this is mostly used in dental and jewelry.

Other materials such as ceramics, composites, and flexible polymers have also come up supplementing the variety of possibilities of 3D printing. The selection of material depends on the type of application, mechanical properties, and even the looks of the final printed object.

3D Printing Materials Market Drivers

The use of 3D printing materials is on the increase because 3D printing technology is being adopted by various industries which boosts the need for these materials:

• Rising Adoption in Aerospace and Automotive – Demand for lightweight, high-performance parts is driving material innovation.

• Prototyping to Production Shift – Increasing use of 3D printing for end-use parts fuels material consumption.

• Medical Sector Expansion – Growth in custom implants and prosthetics boosts demand for biocompatible materials.

• Material Diversification – The Development of new polymers, metals, and composites expands application scope.

• Cost Reduction and Accessibility – Falling printer and material costs make 3D printing viable for SMEs.

Segments Analysis

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By End-Use Industry Type

“The aerospace & defense industry segment dominates the market during the forecast period.”

The 3D printing materials market is segmented as automotive, aerospace & defense, healthcare, consumer goods, construction, and others. The aerospace & defense industry segment accounted for the largest share of the market and is expected to command the market during the forecast period.

On the other hand, the automotive industry is expected to grow at an impressive rate owing to the extensive adoption of 3D printing in the manufacturing of components in the industry, which is acting as a catalyst for the growth of the segment.

By Application Type

“The prototyping segment dominates the market during the forecast period.”

The 3D printing materials market is segmented as prototyping, manufacturing, and others. The prototyping segment dominates the market, whereas the manufacturing segment is expected to grow at the highest rate. Various end-use industries, such as automotive, aerospace & defense, and healthcare choose 3D printing for mass production of components as it can produce complex structured objects, decrease lead time, and reduce manufacturing costs.

Regional Analysis

“North America dominates the market during the forecast period.”

The USA and Canada are the major countries with lucrative growth opportunities. The growth of the market is driven by the growth of various end-use industries, such as automotive, aerospace & defense, healthcare, and others, which is generating huge demand for 3D printing materials.

Asia-Pacific is also expected to offer substantial growth opportunities during the forecast period, primarily driven by the increasing presence of OEMs and tier players to tap the growing demand from emerging economies, such as China and India.

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Key Players

The market is highly populated with the presence of several local, regional, and global players. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors including price, product offerings, regional presence, etc.

The following are the key players in the 3D printing materials market (arranged alphabetically).

• 3D Systems Corporation
• Arkema SA
• Evonik Industries AG
• General Electric
• Materialise NV
• Stratasys

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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