Radio Frequency (RF) Microwave Multi-layer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) Market Report 2026

The radio frequency (rf) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors (mlcc) market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.77 billion in 2025 to $1.94 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing adoption of wireless communication, growth in consumer electronics, expansion of telecom infrastructure, rising demand for high-speed data transmission, advancements in multilayer ceramic capacitor manufacturing.

The radio frequency (rf) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors (mlcc) market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.76 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for 5g and beyond networks, increasing electric vehicle adoption, rise of industrial automation and smart manufacturing, expansion of iot and connected devices, development of aerospace and defense electronics. Major trends in the forecast period include miniaturization of rf components, high-frequency performance optimization, low loss dielectric development, advanced multilayer fabrication techniques, high-temperature stability capacitors.

The growing demand for consumer electronics is expected to drive the expansion of the radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCC) market in the coming years. Consumer electronics include devices and gadgets used in daily life, such as smartphones, televisions, audio systems, and wearables. The rise in demand is largely fueled by advancements in wireless communication technologies, which enable faster connectivity and improved user experiences. RF microwave MLCCs support these advancements by allowing faster signal processing, better connectivity, and compact, energy-efficient designs. For example, in May 2023, the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association reported that Japan’s electronic equipment production reached about $5.6 billion (771,457 million yen). Within this, consumer electronics output rose to around $233 million (32,099 million yen), up from $183 million (25,268 million yen) in May 2022. This highlights how increasing consumer electronics demand is contributing to the growth of the RF microwave MLCC market.

Major companies in the radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as miniaturized, high-frequency, and low-loss capacitors, to improve performance in compact consumer electronics and industrial devices. Miniaturized, high-frequency, and low-loss capacitors are small electronic components engineered to function efficiently at high radio frequencies while minimizing energy loss, enabling enhanced performance in compact and sensitive applications. For example, in March 2023, Quantic Eulex, a US-based electronic components company, launched a next-generation RF/microwave capacitor family featuring low insertion-loss broadband operation up to 100 GHz, ultra-compact packaging suitable for mm-wave and 5G module integration, and high reliability across operating temperatures from -55 °C to 150 °C.

In February 2024, Modelithics Inc., a US-based company, partnered with Dalicap Technology Co. Ltd. to deliver high-accuracy RF microwave capacitor simulation models under its Vendor Partner Program. This collaboration is intended to provide designers with precise and scalable simulation models for RF/microwave capacitors, helping accelerate product development and achieve reliable design outcomes. Dalicap Technology Co. Ltd., based in China, specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of RF and microwave multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs).

Major companies operating in the radio frequency (rf) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors (mlcc) market are TDK Corporation, KYOCERA AVX, Murata Manufacturing Company Limited, KEMET Electronics Corporation, Yageo Corporation, Vishay Intertechnology Inc., Walsin Technology Corporation, Knowles Corporation, Exxelia Technologies India Private Limited, Presidio Components Inc., Quantic Electronics Co. Ltd., Kingtronics Limited, Passive Plus Inc., American Technical Ceramics Corp., AFM Microelectronics Inc., Johanson Dielectrics Inc., ShanghAI Jinpei Electronics Co. Ltd., UF Capacitors Co. Ltd., Dalian Dalicap Technology Co. Ltd., Dalicap Technology Co. Ltd.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the radio frequency microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitor market by increasing costs of imported raw materials and components, disrupting supply chains, and affecting high-frequency capacitor production. The automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics segments in Asia-Pacific and Europe are most affected due to high manufacturing and export dependency. However, tariffs are encouraging local sourcing, boosting domestic manufacturing initiatives, and promoting innovation to optimize cost-efficient capacitor solutions.

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Radio frequency microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors are electronic devices engineered to store and release electrical energy at high frequencies, typically within the RF and microwave spectrum. They are made up of multiple layers of ceramic dielectric material and metal electrodes, offering high capacitance stability, low energy loss, and excellent performance in high-frequency circuits.

The primary categories of radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCC) include high-voltage and low-voltage types. High-voltage capacitors are designed to operate safely and reliably in power electronics and RF microwave settings, maintaining stable performance and preventing failure under high voltage and power stresses. Their dielectric materials comprise class 1 dielectrics (c0g, np0), class 2 dielectrics (x7r, x5r), and class 3 dielectrics (y5v, y5u). These capacitors accommodate various temperature ratings such as standard (up to 125°C), high (up to 150°C), and extended temperature ranges (up to 200°C). They find applications in sectors including consumer electronics, automotive, telecommunications, aerospace and defense, and are used by a broad spectrum of end users, including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and aftermarket suppliers.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the radio frequency (rf) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors (mlcc) market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the radio frequency (rf) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors (mlcc) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The radio frequency microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitor market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as design and development services, manufacturing services, testing and quality assurance services, technical support and consultation, and after-sales and maintenance services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The radio frequency microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors market also includes sales of chip inductors, surface-mount resistors, transmission line components, antenna matching networks, and attenuators. 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.

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