Radio Frequency (RF) Microwave Multi-layer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC) Market Report 2025

The radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.61 billion in 2024 to $1.77 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth during the historic period was driven by heightened demand for high-frequency applications, expanding use in automotive electronics, increased adoption of wireless communication, ongoing miniaturization of electronic components, and rising demand within consumer electronics.

The radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.53 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth during the forecast period can be linked to the wider deployment of wireless communication infrastructure, the rising use of radar systems in electric vehicles, the expanding adoption within aerospace and defense industries, the growing need for compact and high-performance components, and the increasing demand across medical and industrial automation. Key trends expected in this period include progress in materials science, integration with advanced electronic systems, technological advancements in miniaturization, improvements in high-frequency performance, and innovations in energy-efficient design.

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.

Leading companies in the RF microwave MLCC market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, including miniaturized, high-frequency, and low-loss capacitors, to enhance performance in compact consumer electronics and industrial equipment. These advanced capacitors are designed to work efficiently at high radio frequencies while minimizing energy loss, improving performance in small and sensitive devices. For instance, in February 2022, Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd., a Japan-based electronic component manufacturer, introduced the GJM022 series, a high-Q 100V multilayer ceramic chip capacitor. Measuring only 0.4 mm × 0.2 mm, these are the world’s smallest high-Q capacitors, designed for consumer electronics and industrial applications, especially in high-frequency modules such as 5G systems and cellular communication infrastructure. Offering a high voltage rating of 100V, excellent frequency performance, low loss, and strong temperature resistance, the series enhances power amplifier efficiency and lowers power consumption in RF modules and 5G systems.

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 players 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.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the radio frequency (RF) microwave multi-layer ceramic capacitors market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

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.

The rapid rise in U.S. tariffs and the subsequent trade frictions in spring 2025 are having a major impact on the electrical and electronics sector, with semiconductors, display panels, and rare-earth metals (essential for batteries and motors) subject to steep duties. Consumer electronics brands face profit erosion, as competitive markets limit their ability to pass costs to buyers. Industrial electronics manufacturers, meanwhile, grapple with delayed projects due to shortages of tariff-impacted components like printed circuit boards. Companies are responding by relocating assembly to tariff-exempt countries, increasing inventory buffers, and redesigning products to reduce dependency on restricted materials.

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.

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