Ferroelectric Materials Global Market Report 2024

The ferroelectric materials market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.86 billion in 2023 to $3.11 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The increase observed in the historical period can be credited to the demand for consumer electronics, applications in military and defense, utilization in medical imaging devices, implementation in smart card technology, and the need for telecommunications equipment.

The ferroelectric materials market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.25 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The anticipated expansion in the forecast period can be ascribed to the implementation of 5G technology, the growth in the number of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, the emergence of wearable technology, the heightened adoption of non-volatile memory, and advancements in energy harvesting. Noteworthy trends expected in the forecast period involve a concentration on lead-free ferroelectric materials, the application of ferroelectrics in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS), the utilization of ferroelectrics in neuromorphic computing, increased investments in research and development, and collaborative efforts aimed at commercialization.

The surge in the manufacturing of electrical appliances and smart devices is poised to elevate the ferroelectric materials market. Electrical appliances and smart devices encompass a diverse range of products utilizing electricity for specific functions or offering convenient features. The incorporation of ferroelectric materials in the production of these devices facilitates energy harvesting, touch sensing, and the creation of efficient and responsive components, enhancing functionality and user experience. For example, by the end of June 2022, Dataconomy Media GmbH reported that there were, on average, 17.1 connected gadgets and smart home appliances per household globally, marking a 10% increase compared to the previous year during the same period. Consequently, the anticipated growth in the production of electrical appliances and smart devices is poised to drive the ferroelectric materials market.

An imminent upswing in automotive production is anticipated to propel the expansion of the ferroelectric materials market. Automotive production, encompassing the manufacturing of various vehicles such as cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other motor vehicles, relies on ferroelectric materials for their unique electrical properties. These materials are applied in sensors, actuators, and memory devices, contributing to enhanced vehicle performance, energy efficiency, and safety through improved sensing capabilities and advanced electronic functionalities. As indicated in reports from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) in May 2023, the global production of motor vehicles reached 85.4 million units, representing a 5.7% increase compared to 2021. Thus, the swift rise in automotive production acts as a significant driver for the growth of the ferroelectric materials market.

Technological advancements emerge as a pivotal trend gaining prominence in the ferroelectric materials market, with major companies in the sector concentrating on innovative approaches to bolster their market profitability. A notable example of this trend is observed in the actions of Zentropy, a US-based materials science company, which introduced Ferroelectric Materials Creation Art in August 2023. This pioneering method presents a parameter-free approach to creating ferroelectric materials by blending intuition and physics. Zentropy has applied this approach, known as the zentropy theory, to lead titanate, successfully predicting magnetic properties. The envisioned impact is an enhancement in the performance of various applications, including high-power acoustic projectors, actuators, sensors, memory devices, and solar cells, thereby advancing cutting-edge technologies.

Major players in the ferroelectric materials market are directing their efforts toward product innovations, particularly in memory devices, to meet customer needs. Memory devices play a crucial role in the digital realm, storing the information that powers devices and applications. In July 2023, Infineon Technologies AG, a Germany-based semiconductor manufacturing company, unveiled two new ferroelectric RAM (FRAM) memory devices with capacities of 1 Mbit and 4 Mbit. These FRAM products leverage ferroelectric technology, providing instantaneous non-volatility and virtually limitless endurance without compromising speed or energy efficiency. The CY15B201QN and CY15B204QN models support an impressive 10 trillion read or write cycles and boast data retention of 121 years.

In June 2022, CTS Corporation, a US-based electronic component manufacturing company, completed the acquisition of Ferroperm Piezoceramics for 525 million Danish Krone ($75 million). This strategic acquisition allows CTS Corporation to advance its diversification strategy and enhance its product portfolio in the market. Ferroperm Piezoceramics, based in Denmark, specializes in developing high-performance piezoelectric ceramic components for complex industrial applications.

Major companies operating in the ferroelectric materials market report are Texas Instruments, TDK Corporation, Kyocera Corporation, Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd., FMC Corporation, Rohm Semiconductor, Morgan Advanced Materials, Ferro Corporation, Meggitt Sensing Systems, CeramTec, CTS Corporation, Ferrotec Corporation, Piezo Kinetics Inc., Fuji Titanium Industry Co Ltd., PI Ceramic GmbH, Shandong Sinocera Functional Material Co, Noliac A/S, TRS Technologies Inc., Sensor Technology Ltd., KCM Corporation, APC International Ltd., Sakai Chemical Industry Co Ltd., Hongwu International Group Ltd., Sparkler Ceramics Pvt Ltd., Smart Material Corporation, Nippon Chemical Industrial Co Ltd., Shanghai Dianyang Industrial Co Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the ferroelectric materials in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the ferroelectric materials market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the ferroelectric materials market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The primary types of ferroelectric materials include barium titanate, lead zirconate titanate, lead titanate, and others. Barium titanate, classified as an inorganic ferroelectric material, is widely utilized in the production of capacitors, especially multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). The material compositions encompass both inorganic ferroelectric materials and organic ferroelectric materials, applied in various devices such as ceramic capacitors, PTC thermistors, and others. Ferroelectric materials are employed across diverse industries, including electronics, telecommunications, healthcare, automotive, and others.

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The ferroelectric materials market consists of sales of equipment and instrumentation, including capacitors, sensors, ultrasound, sonar, micro-actuators, and infrared sensors. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.