Used Semiconductor Equipment Market Report 2026

The used semiconductor equipment market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $4.55 billion in 2025 to $5.4 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to high cost of new semiconductor equipment, limited access for startups, technological advancements in semiconductor fabrication, growing semiconductor demand, rising refurbishment services.

The used semiconductor equipment market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.59 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of second-hand equipment, expansion of semiconductor startups, rising focus on sustainability, technological upgrades of used machines, growing demand for cost-efficient production. Major trends in the forecast period include refurbishment & resale of equipment, cost-effective semiconductor production, access to advanced technology for startups, optimized asset utilization, extended equipment lifecycle.

The rising demand for consumer electronics is expected to drive the growth of the used semiconductor equipment market going forward. Consumer electronics are devices designed for everyday personal or household use that operate on electricity, such as televisions, smartphones, computers, cameras, and audio systems. The demand for consumer electronics is increasing due to greater internet connectivity, which enables more people to access and use digital devices for communication, entertainment, and work. Used semiconductor equipment supports the production of consumer electronic products by providing affordable, high-quality tools for chip manufacturing, allowing faster production and lower costs for electronic devices. For example, in July 2025, according to the Semiconductor Industry Association, a U.S.-based voice of the semiconductor industry, the association’s 2025 State of the Industry Report indicated a 5.7% increase in U.S. semiconductor R&D spending in 2024 compared to 2023. Therefore, the rising demand for consumer electronics is fueling the growth of the used semiconductor equipment market.

Leading companies operating in the used semiconductor equipment market are focusing on developing advanced solutions, such as AI-powered digital marketplaces, to replace traditional fragmented sourcing and distribution methods. An AI-powered solution refers to technology that uses artificial intelligence to optimize connections between buyers and sellers, streamline trading processes, and improve supply chain efficiency. For example, in February 2025, SurplusGLOBAL, a South Korea-based semiconductor equipment company, launched SemiMarket, an AI-powered global marketplace for legacy semiconductor equipment and parts. This innovation replaces conventional fragmented sourcing by offering a unified platform that connects buyers and sellers through AI-driven recommendations while supporting global networking and fulfillment services. Integrated with SurplusGLOBAL’s extensive equipment and parts solutions - such as sourcing, recycling, refurbishment, and repair - it delivers a seamless trading experience. The platform enhances supply chain resilience, simplifies equipment procurement and disposal, and increases efficiency across the legacy semiconductor ecosystem.

In January 2023, Amtech Systems Inc., a US-based manufacturer of critical equipment and consumables for the semiconductor and automotive industries, acquired Entrepix Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen Amtech Systems' position in the semiconductor equipment market by expanding its chemical mechanical polishing (CMP) capabilities, enhancing its refurbishment expertise, and broadening its aftermarket services. The deal also seeks to create growth opportunities by combining Amtech’s global reach with Entrepix’s advanced CMP solutions. Entrepix Inc. is a US-based company specializing in chemical mechanical polishing technology and providing refurbished semiconductor equipment.

Major companies operating in the used semiconductor equipment market are Intel Corporation, Applied Materials Inc., Tokyo Electron Ltd., Lam Research Corporation, Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc., KLA Corporation, SUSS MicroTec SE, Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Company Limited, SurplusGLOBAL Inc., EquipNet Inc., CMTec Inc., SemiStar Corporation, BMI Surplus Inc., KHS and Partner GmbH, Rihou Shoji Co. Ltd., Hightec Systems BV, Moov Technologies Inc., Moko BV, Catalyst Equipment Corporation, SOS Group Inc.

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 used semiconductor equipment market by increasing import costs and affecting the global trade of second-hand machinery. This has slowed acquisition of refurbished equipment, particularly in regions such as North America and Europe, which rely heavily on imports. Segments like photolithography and deposition equipment are most affected due to their high import value. However, tariffs also encourage local refurbishment and resale markets, fostering domestic innovation and cost-optimized solutions for semiconductor manufacturing.

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Used semiconductor equipment consists of second-hand machines and tools utilized in the fabrication and testing of semiconductor components such as wafers, chips, and integrated circuits. Its primary purpose is to enable semiconductor production at lower costs, providing companies, especially startups and smaller firms, access to advanced technology without the need to purchase new machinery. Moreover, it encourages refurbishment, resale, and the efficient utilization of existing assets within the semiconductor industry.

The main categories of used semiconductor equipment include photolithography equipment, etching equipment, deposition equipment, ion implantation equipment, cleaning equipment, and testing and metrology equipment. Photolithography equipment refers to pre-owned systems that transfer circuit patterns onto silicon wafers through light exposure and masks. Equipment is classified into small, medium, large, and modular sizes, serving various applications such as consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive electronics, industrial equipment, healthcare devices, and aerospace and defense. These tools are used across multiple end-user industries, including semiconductor manufacturing, microelectronics, light-emitting diode manufacturing, solar cell production, and research and development institutions.North America was the largest region in the used semiconductor equipment market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the used semiconductor equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the used semiconductor equipment market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The used semiconductor equipment market consists of sales of wafer fabrication equipment, wafer testing and inspection equipment, assembly and packaging equipment, automation and handling systems and chemical-mechanical planarization (CMP) equipment . 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.

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