3D Printing Polymer Material Market

The global 3D printing polymer material market size exceeded the value of US$900 Mn in 2021 and will possibly witness more than 12% revenue expansion by 2030 end.

Market Analysis in Brief

Polymers are among the extensively employed materials in 3D printing, besides ceramics, and metals. 3D printing polymer materials are foreseen to remain a chosen material alternative in long term because a wealth of industrial applications demand plastics, or similar derived materials. Research shows exploding growth of the consumer electronics industry will continue to provide 3D printing polymer materials market with an incessant stream of business opportunities. A range of industrial products will also create strong tailwinds for the 3D printing polymer material industry. It has been observed that the COVID-19 pandemic presented the market with an influx of opportunities as demand for the various medical equipment, personal protective equipment, and isolation wards witnessed an exceptional hike overnight. Besides healthcare and medical, the other key industries that stimulate demand include automotive, and aerospace and defense.

Key Report Findings

Healthcare industry continues to generate remarkable demand
Surging uptake by aerospace and defense industry to elevate prospects of 3D printing polymer material market
North American markets at the forefront with government initiatives promoting additive manufacturing technology
Unwavering growth of auto industry to solidify Asia Pacific’s position in 3D printing polymer material industry

Growth Drivers

A Widening Application Base

Whilst the number of commercial usable polymers are accessible, not a single polymer offers one of the required properties for a particular application – the atmosphere, and conditions (e.g., temperature, mechanical load, UV light, chemical exposure, radiation, and moisture), 3D printing method, availability, and process ability under which the component is exposed must be considered.

Moreover, no specific polymer present on the market can be printed using a single additive manufacturing technique – allows for fluid design, complicated macro and microstructures, and simple modelling, and optimization. Additive manufacturing thus is embraced as a main production method to print prototypes, and final components by industries including biomedical engineering, transport, and the military. The 3D printing polymer material market is thus projected to exhibit promising growth in the near future.

Increasing Demand from Aerospace, and Defense Sectors

The material selection of 3D printing polymer materials is focused on the product and the desires of the customers. Polymers are used for producing PET bottles, dolls, tools, luggage, phones, computers, appliances, cushions, electronics, and transportation parts. Thus, the polymers have become consumer products. Rising demand for 3D polymer printing, combined with the rising need for high-performance materials across various industries such as aerospace and military, is expected to drive expansion of 3D printing polymer material market.

The aerospace and defense, healthcare, and automotive sectors are likely to contribute significantly to the growth of 3D polymer printing throughout the forecast period due to the active adoption of technology in various production processes connected to these verticals. To meet increased demand, the aviation industry is embracing three-dimensional technologies. A total of 950 global commercial aircraft deliveries were made in 2021. As a result of the increased number of aircrafts, the 3D printing polymer material market is likely to expand in the approaching years.

Rising Employment in Prototyping

A key driver for 3D printing polymer material market is the increasing use of 3D printers for product design and prototypes, which is associated with lower manufacturing costs and more precision in the car completed product. 3D-printed car components are lighter, resulting in a lighter vehicle with improved performance and lower energy use. Aside from rapid prototyping, the technique is also used to create tooling and, in certain cases, finished goods. Global car sales grew to around 66.7 million units in 2021, up from approximately 63.8 million units in 2020. As the number of automobiles continues to rise, so will the demand for 3D polymer printing in the coming years.

Overview of Key Segments

Healthcare Industry Dominant

In the forecast period, the healthcare end-use category led the market, accounting for a major share of worldwide revenue. The cost-effectiveness, simplicity of customization, and rising prevalence of vascular and arthritic illnesses are driving the demand for 3D printing plastics in the medical business. The enhanced technology, favorable government assistance, and quick product development are projected to drive medical product demand.

The rising demand for medical components such as face shields, mask clips, 3D printed masks, and filter coverings as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic are expected to drive expansion of 3D printing polymer material market. The expansion in dentistry can be ascribed to the increased use of polymer materials for creating scaffold structures because of their superior biological and mechanical qualities, simplicity of processing, cheap production cost, and lightweight than metals, and ceramics.

Growth Opportunities Across Regions

North America Leads its Way with Supportive Governments

North America led global 3D printing polymer material market because of the region's significant adoption of additive manufacturing. Factors such as better material usage, reduced human errors, product customization, and reduced production time and cost are driving the North American market. North American countries such as the United States, and Canada were among the first to use this technology in a range of manufacturing processes.

Polymer 3D printing has tremendous promise in the regional market for a range of applications. The adoption of this technology in this region is being driven by the American government's initiatives for 3D printing development and R&D financing. President Biden announced a new plan in May 2022 to promote 3D printing technology, reducing reliance on the global supply chain, and boosting investment in local and medium-sized firms. As a result, the increased initiative by both private and public sector participants would enhance the 3D printing polymer material market.

Asia Pacific Forms a Favorable Growth Environment

Asia Pacific is predicted to increase at the quickest rate over the projection period. This quick acceptance of polymer 3D printing in Asia Pacific can be linked to the region's industrial industry advancements and upgrades. The Asia Pacific region is emerging as an automobile manufacturing powerhouse. Over 34 million passenger autos are expected to be sold in the Asia Pacific region by 2021, with over 21 million sold in China.

A focus on consumer electronics manufacture, combined with expanding urbanization, is also contributing to the region's growing need for 3D printing. Businesses in Asia Pacific have demonstrated an increasing interest in creating a sustainable 3D printing environment, and governments in the region have enacted a variety of policies, and legislative initiatives.

Global 3D Printing Polymer Material Market: Competitive Landscape

A few of the major players in the 3D printing polymer material market include 3D System (US), Royal DSM (Netherlands), Stratasys Ltd. (US), EOS GmbH Electro Optical ExOne Company (US), Systems (Germany), Arkema S.A. (France), Materialise NV (Belgium), Sandvik AB (Sweden), General Electric (US), and Höganäs AB (Sweden).

Recent Notable Developments

In March 2022, the Saudi Arabian Industrial Investments Company (Dussur), and 3D Systems, the leading provider of additive manufacturing solutions, have agreed to extend the use of additive manufacturing (AM) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and neighbouring regions, including the Middle East, and North Africa
In March 2022, Evonik, a specialty chemicals business, and Asiga, a 3D printer maker in Australia, announced a collaboration in photopolymer-based 3D printing. Both businesses hope to advance large-scale industrial 3D printing by expanding the capabilities of today's photo-curing technologies

Regional Classification of Global 3D Printing Polymer Material Market Can be Given as Below:

North America

U.S.
Canada

Europe

Germany
France
Spain
U.K.
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

China
Japan
India
Southeast Asia
Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America

Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America

Middle East and Africa

GCC
South Africa
Rest of Middle East and Africa

*Regions and countries are subject to change based on data availability.

Key Elements Included In The Study: Global 3D Printing Polymer Material Market

3D Printing Polymer Material Market by Product/Technology/Grade, Application/End-user, and Region
Executive Summary (Opportunity Analysis and Key Trends)
Historical Market Size and Estimates, Value and Volume, 2019 - 2022
Volume Consumption at Regional and Country Level, 2023 - 2030
Market Dynamics and Economic Overview
Market Size in Value and Volume, Growth Rates, and Forecast Figures, 2023 - 2030
Competitive Intelligence with Financials, Key Developments, and Portfolio of Leading Companies
Regional and Product/Grade/Application/End-user Price Trends Analysis
Production Output Analysis (Major Producing Regions)
Value Chain and Five Force’s Analysis
Regional/Sub-region/Country Market Size and Trend Analysis
Company Market Share Analysis and Key Player Profiles

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1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Snapshot
1.2. Key Market Trends
1.3. Future Projections
1.4. Analyst Recommendations

2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.1.1. Driver A
  2.2.1.2. Driver B
  2.2.1.3. Driver C
  2.2.2. Restraints
  2.2.2.1. Restraint 1
  2.2.2.2. Restraint 2
  2.2.3. Market Opportunities Matrix
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
2.5. Covid-19 Impact Analysis
  2.5.1. Pre-covid and Post-covid Scenario
  2.5.2. Supply Impact
  2.5.3. Demand Impact
2.6. Government Regulations
2.7. Technology Landscape
2.8. Economic Analysis
2.9. PESTLE

3. Production Output and Trade Statistics, 2018 - 2021
3.1. Regional Production Statistics
  3.1.1. North America
  3.1.2. Europe
  3.1.3. Asia Pacific
  3.1.4. Rest of the World

4. Price Trends Analysis and Future Projects, 2018 - 2029
4.1. Key Highlights
4.2. Prominent Factors Affecting Prices
4.3. By Material
4.4. By Region

5. Global 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, 2018 - 2029
5.1. Global 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Polymer, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  5.1.1. Key Highlights
  5.1.1.1. PP
  5.1.1.2. PC
  5.1.1.3. PET
  5.1.1.4. Polyamide
  5.1.1.5. ABS & ASA
  5.1.1.6. High Performance Polymers
  5.1.1.7. PLA
  5.1.1.8. Misc. (PVB, etc.)
5.2. Global 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Form, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  5.2.1. Key Highlights
  5.2.1.1. Powder
  5.2.1.2. Filament
  5.2.1.3. Liquid
5.3. Global 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by End-user Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  5.3.1. Key Highlights
  5.3.1.1. Aerospace & Defence
  5.3.1.2. Automotive
  5.3.1.3. Medical & Healthcare
  5.3.1.4. Electronics
  5.3.1.5. Consumer Goods
  5.3.1.6. Misc. (Food & Beverage, etc.)
  5.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
5.4. Global 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Region, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  5.4.1. Key Highlights
  5.4.1.1. North America
  5.4.1.2. Europe
  5.4.1.3. Asia Pacific
  5.4.1.4. Latin America
  5.4.1.5. Middle East & Africa
  5.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis

6. North America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, 2018 - 2029
6.1. North America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Polymer, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  6.1.1. Key Highlights
  6.1.1.1. PP
  6.1.1.2. PC
  6.1.1.3. PET
  6.1.1.4. Polyamide
  6.1.1.5. ABS & ASA
  6.1.1.6. High Performance Polymers
  6.1.1.7. PLA
  6.1.1.8. Misc. (PVB, etc.)
6.2. North America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Form, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  6.2.1. Key Highlights
  6.2.1.1. Powder
  6.2.1.2. Filament
  6.2.1.3. Liquid
6.3. North America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by End-user Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  6.3.1. Key Highlights
  6.3.1.1. Aerospace & Defence
  6.3.1.2. Automotive
  6.3.1.3. Medical & Healthcare
  6.3.1.4. Electronics
  6.3.1.5. Consumer Goods
  6.3.1.6. Misc. (Food & Beverage, etc.)
6.4. North America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  6.4.1. Key Highlights
  6.4.1.1. U.S.
  6.4.1.2. Canada
  6.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis

7. Europe 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, 2018 - 2029
7.1. Europe 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Polymer, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  7.1.1. Key Highlights
  7.1.1.1. PP
  7.1.1.2. PC
  7.1.1.3. PET
  7.1.1.4. Polyamide
  7.1.1.5. ABS & ASA
  7.1.1.6. High Performance Polymers
  7.1.1.7. PLA
  7.1.1.8. Misc. (PVB, etc.)
7.2. Europe 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Form, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  7.2.1. Key Highlights
  7.2.1.1. Powder
  7.2.1.2. Filament
  7.2.1.3. Liquid
7.3. Europe 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by End-user Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  7.3.1. Key Highlights
  7.3.1.1. Aerospace & Defence
  7.3.1.2. Automotive
  7.3.1.3. Medical & Healthcare
  7.3.1.4. Electronics
  7.3.1.5. Consumer Goods
  7.3.1.6. Misc. (Food & Beverage, etc.)
7.4. Europe 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  7.4.1. Key Highlights
  7.4.1.1. Germany
  7.4.1.2. France
  7.4.1.3. U.K.
  7.4.1.4. Italy
  7.4.1.5. Spain
  7.4.1.6. Russia
  7.4.1.7. Rest of Europe
  7.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis

8. Asia Pacific 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, 2018 - 2029
8.1. Asia Pacific 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Polymer, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  8.1.1. Key Highlights
  8.1.1.1. PP
  8.1.1.2. PC
  8.1.1.3. PET
  8.1.1.4. Polyamide
  8.1.1.5. ABS & ASA
  8.1.1.6. High Performance Polymers
  8.1.1.7. PLA
  8.1.1.8. Misc. (PVB, etc.)
8.2. Asia Pacific 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Form, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  8.2.1. Key Highlights
  8.2.1.1. Powder
  8.2.1.2. Filament
  8.2.1.3. Liquid
8.3. Asia Pacific 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by End-user Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  8.3.1. Key Highlights
  8.3.1.1. Aerospace & Defence
  8.3.1.2. Automotive
  8.3.1.3. Medical & Healthcare
  8.3.1.4. Electronics
  8.3.1.5. Consumer Goods
  8.3.1.6. Misc. (Food & Beverage, etc.)
8.4. Asia Pacific 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  8.4.1. Key Highlights
  8.4.1.1. China
  8.4.1.2. Japan
  8.4.1.3. South Korea
  8.4.1.4. India
  8.4.1.5. Southeast Asia
  8.4.1.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
  8.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis

9. Latin America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, 2018 - 2029
9.1. Latin America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Polymer, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  9.1.1. Key Highlights
  9.1.1.1. PP
  9.1.1.2. PC
  9.1.1.3. PET
  9.1.1.4. Polyamide
  9.1.1.5. ABS & ASA
  9.1.1.6. High Performance Polymers
  9.1.1.7. PLA
  9.1.1.8. Misc. (PVB, etc.)
9.2. Latin America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Form, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  9.2.1. Key Highlights
  9.2.1.1. Powder
  9.2.1.2. Filament
  9.2.1.3. Liquid
9.3. Latin America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by End-user Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  9.3.1. Key Highlights
  9.3.1.1. Aerospace & Defence
  9.3.1.2. Automotive
  9.3.1.3. Medical & Healthcare
  9.3.1.4. Electronics
  9.3.1.5. Consumer Goods
  9.3.1.6. Misc. (Food & Beverage, etc.)
9.4. Latin America 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  9.4.1. Key Highlights
  9.4.1.1. Brazil
  9.4.1.2. Mexico
  9.4.1.3. Rest of Latin America
  9.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis

10. Middle East & Africa 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, 2018 - 2029
10.1. Middle East & Africa 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Polymer, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  10.1.1. Key Highlights
  10.1.1.1. PP
  10.1.1.2. PC
  10.1.1.3. PET
  10.1.1.4. Polyamide
  10.1.1.5. ABS & ASA
  10.1.1.6. High Performance Polymers
  10.1.1.7. PLA
  10.1.1.8. Misc. (PVB, etc.)
10.2. Middle East & Africa 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Form, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  10.2.1. Key Highlights
  10.2.1.1. Powder
  10.2.1.2. Filament
  10.2.1.3. Liquid
10.3. Middle East & Africa 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by End-user Type, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  10.3.1. Key Highlights
  10.3.1.1. Aerospace & Defence
  10.3.1.2. Automotive
  10.3.1.3. Medical & Healthcare
  10.3.1.4. Electronics
  10.3.1.5. Consumer Goods
  10.3.1.6. Misc. (Food & Beverage, etc.)
10.4. Middle East & Africa 3D Printing Polymer Materials Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2029
  10.4.1. Key Highlights
  10.4.1.1. GCC
  10.4.1.2. South Africa
  10.4.1.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa
  10.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis

11. Competitive Landscape
11.1. Company Market Share Analysis, 2021
11.2. Competitive Dashboard
11.3. Company Profiles
  11.3.1. 3D Systems
  11.3.1.1. Company Overview
  11.3.1.2. Product Portfolio
  11.3.1.3. Financial Overview
  11.3.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
(*Note: Above details would be available for below list of companies based on availability)
  11.3.2. Stratasys
  11.3.3. BASF
  11.3.4. Solvay S.A.
  11.3.5. Arkema S.A.
  11.3.6. Evonik Industries
  11.3.7. EOS GmbH
  11.3.8. Heraeus
  11.3.9. EPLUS 3D
  11.3.10. Kumovis
  11.3.11. TLC Korea
  11.3.12. Kuraray Europe GmbH

12. Appendix
12.1. Research Methodology
12.2. Report Assumptions
12.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

BASE YEAR

HISTORICAL DATA

FORECAST PERIOD

UNITS

2021

2018 - 2021

2022 - 2029

Value: US$ Mn

Volume: Tons

REPORT FEATURES	DETAILS
Polymer Coverage	PP PC PET Polyamide ABS & ASA High Performance Polymers PLA Misc. (PVB, etc.)
Form Coverage	Powder Filament Liquid
End-user Coverage	Aerospace & Defence Automotive Medical & Healthcare Electronics Consumer Goods Misc. (Food & Beverage, etc.)
Geographical Coverage	North America U.S. Canada Europe Germany France U.K. Italy Spain Russia Rest of Europe Asia Pacific China Japan South Korea India Southeast Asia Rest of Asia Pacific Latin America Brazil Mexico Rest of Latin America Middle East & Africa GCC South Africa Rest of Middle East & Africa
Leading Market Companies	3D Systems Stratasys BASF Solvay S.A. Arkema S.A. Evonik Industries EOS GmbH Heraeus EPLUS 3D Kumovis TLC Korea Kuraray Europe GmbH
Report Highlights	Market Estimates and Forecast, Market Dynamics, Industry Trends, Production Output, Trade Statistics, Competition Landscape, Polymer-, Form-, End-user Type-, Region-, Country-wise Trends & Analysis, COVID-19 Impact Analysis (Demand and Supply), Key Market Trends

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