Automotive Chromium Finishing Market Report 2026

The automotive chromium finishing market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $4.38 billion in 2025 to $4.56 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of automotive production volumes, rising demand for decorative vehicle components, widespread adoption of corrosion-resistant coatings, growth of two-wheeler manufacturing, availability of electroplating technologies.

The automotive chromium finishing market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.43 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of eco-friendly surface finishing processes, rising focus on lightweight vehicle components, expansion of premium vehicle aesthetics, growing demand for durable protective coatings, advancement of alternative surface treatment technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing shift toward trivalent chromium processes, rising demand for lightweight decorative finishes, growing use of chrome alternatives and hybrid coatings, expansion of high-durability hard chrome applications, enhanced focus on surface quality consistency.

The rising sales of luxury vehicles are expected to drive the growth of the automotive chromium finishing market in the coming years. Luxury vehicles are automobiles equipped with enhanced features that emphasize comfort, performance, and prestige. Chromium finishing, known for its bright, reflective appearance and corrosion-resistant properties, adds a sense of premium appeal and classic elegance to luxury vehicles. As demand for high-end automobiles grows, the use of chromium-finished components in exterior and interior trims is increasing. For example, in January 2024, according to BMW Group, a Germany-based global premium automobile manufacturer, the company delivered 2,555,341 vehicles worldwide in 2023, reflecting a 6.5% increase compared with deliveries in 2022. Therefore, the growing sales of luxury vehicles are fueling the expansion of the automotive chromium finishing market.

Companies operating in the automotive chromium finishing market are increasingly focused on introducing advanced vehicle solutions, such as compact multi-purpose vehicles, to strengthen their competitive position. Compact MPVs are designed to offer a balance of spaciousness, comfort, and reliability for families, incorporating advanced technologies, flexible seating arrangements, and sufficient luggage capacity. For instance, in August 2023, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited, an India-based automobile manufacturer, launched the Toyota Rumion. The vehicle features a signature Toyota MPV front grille, a chrome-finished front bumper, LED tail lamps with chrome garnish on the rear door, and a stylish dual-tone interior. The Toyota Rumion is available in six variants, including both manual and automatic transmission options, highlighting the growing use of chromium finishes to enhance visual appeal.

In July 2023, S.J.S. Enterprises Limited, an India-based provider of decorative aesthetic solutions for the automotive industry, acquired a 90.1% stake in Walter Pack Automotive Products India Private Limited for $28.46 million (INR 2.39 billion). Through the acquisition of 315,442 shares, Walter Pack became a subsidiary of S.J.S. Enterprises. This acquisition is expected to strengthen S.J.S. Enterprises’ capabilities within the automotive sector and significantly improve its earnings per share in the financial year. Walter Pack Automotive Products India Private Limited is an India-based company specializing in automotive chromium finishing solutions.

Major companies operating in the automotive chromium finishing market are Atotech Deutschland GmbH, MacDermid Incorporated, COLLINI GRUPPE, Collini GmbH, Techmetals Inc., Allied Finishing Inc., United States Chrome Corporation, Chem Processing Inc., Electro-Spec Inc., Micro Metal Finishing LLC, Borough Ltd., Valley Chrome Plating Inc., SAT Plating LLC, American Electroplating Company, Chromium Inc., Ultra Plating Corporation, Pentrate Metal Processing Inc., Seminole Metal Finishing Inc., Sarrel Group, Taiyo America Inc., Roll Technology Corp.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the automotive chromium finishing market in 2025. The regions covered in the automotive chromium finishing market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the automotive chromium finishing market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The automotive chromium finishing market includes revenues earned by entities by providing polished chrome plating, smoked chrome plating, and precision chrome plating. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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.

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