Market Size and Growth Forecast
The global ultra-thin glass market is estimated at USD 3 billion to USD 3.5 billion in 2025, with a CAGR of 7.0% to 8.5% from 2025 to 2030, reaching USD 4.6 billion to USD 5.3 billion by 2030.Regional Analysis
Asia Pacific holds 50-55%, growing at 8.0-9.5%. China and Japan lead with electronics manufacturing, trending toward foldable displays. North America has 20-25%, growing at 6.0-7.0%, with the U.S. focusing on automotive innovation. Europe accounts for 15-20%, growing at 5.5-6.5%, with Germany emphasizing medical use. The Rest of the World holds 5-10%, growing at 6.5-8.0%, with Brazil targeting electronics.Application Analysis
Consumer electronics represent 60-65%, growing at 7.5-9.0%, driven by smartphones, with trends in flexible screens. Automotive & transportation account for 20-25%, growing at 6.5-8.0%, with lightweight trends. Medical & healthcare hold 10-15%, growing at 6.0-7.5%, with diagnostic trends. Others grow variably.Product Type Analysis
0.5-1.1mm holds 45-50%, growing at 6.0-7.0%, used in traditional displays, trending toward durability. 0.1-0.5mm accounts for 35-40%, growing at 7.5-8.5%, with flexible trends. Below 0.1mm represents 15-20%, growing at 8.0-9.5%, targeting cutting-edge applications.Key Market Players
- Corning: Leads in ultra-thin glass innovation.
- AGC: Supplies high-quality glass solutions.
- Nippon Electric Glass: Focuses on electronics glass.
- Schott: Specializes in advanced glass technologies.
- CSG Holding: Targets Asian markets.
- NSG: Offers diverse glass products.
- AvanStrate: Supplies thin glass for displays.
- Caihong Display Devices: Focuses on electronics.
- Luoyang Glass: Serves regional needs.
- CNBM (Bengbu) Photoelectric Materials: Innovates in glass production.
- Taiwan Glass: Supplies global markets.
- Changzhou Almaden: Targets specialty glass.
Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- Threat of New Entrants: Low. High tech barriers limit entry.
- Threat of Substitutes: Medium. Plastics compete in some uses.
- Bargaining Power of Buyers: High. Tech firms demand quality and cost.
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers: Medium. Raw material scarcity gives leverage.
- Competitive Rivalry: High. Innovation drives competition.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
Opportunities
- Tech innovation: Foldable screens boost demand.
- Automotive growth: Lightweight trends rise.
Challenges
- Production costs: High expenses limit scale.
- Fragility: Thinness poses durability risks.
This product will be delivered within 1-3 business days.
Table of Contents
Companies Mentioned
- Corning
- AGC
- Nippon Electric Glass
- Schott
- CSG Holding
- NSG
- AvanStrate
- Caihong Display Devices
- Luoyang Glass
- CNBM (Bengbu) Photoelectric Materials
- Taiwan Glass
- Changzhou Almaden


 
   
   
   
   
  