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炭化ケイ素微粉末の2030年までの市場予測:グレード別、用途別、地域別の世界分析

Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Grade (Metallurgical Grade, Refractory Grade, Abrasive Grade, Black Silicon Carbide and Green Silicon Carbide), Application and By Geography


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炭化ケイ素微粉末の2030年までの市場予測:グレード別、用途別、地域別の世界分析
出版日: 2024年12月11日
発行: Stratistics Market Research Consulting
ページ情報: 英文 200+ Pages
納期: 2~3営業日
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概要

Stratistics MRCによると、炭化ケイ素微粉末の世界市場は2024年に9億1,303万米ドルを占め、予測期間中にCAGR 13.1%で成長し、2030年には1兆9,109億9,000万米ドルに達すると予測されています。

炭化ケイ素(SiC)微粉末は、その卓越した特性により、様々な産業および技術用途に広く使用されている汎用性の高い材料です。セラミック、先端コーティング、研磨材の重要な構成要素である炭化ケイ素微粉末は、卓越した化学的安定性、高い熱伝導性、優れた硬度でよく知られています。粒径が小さいため、研磨やラッピングなどの工程で精密に使用できるほか、機械的強度と耐熱性を高める複合材料の強化材としても使用できます。

Journal of Applied Physics誌によると、炭化ケイ素はそのユニークな電子特性から、量子コンピューターやその他の先端技術応用への利用の可能性が検討されており、研究資金は世界全体で1億米ドルを超えています。

半導体とエレクトロニクスへの関心の高まり

炭化ケイ素(SiC)微粉末が半導体やエレクトロニクス産業で使用されるようになっていることも、市場拡大の主な要因のひとつです。SiCは高温、高電圧、高周波の過酷な環境でも機能するため、非常に珍重されています。そのため、絶縁ゲート型バイポーラ・トランジスタ、ショットキー・ダイオード、金属-酸化膜-半導体電界効果トランジスタなどのパワーエレクトロニクス・デバイスに必要な部品となっています。さらに、SiC微粉末は、性能、堅牢性、効率を向上させながら、デバイスの小型化を促進し、これらはすべて、5Gインフラやモノのインターネット・アプリケーションのような技術の開発に不可欠です。

高価な製造コスト

製造コストの高さは、炭化ケイ素(SiC)微粉末の市場を制限する主な要因の一つです。SiCの製造には、化学蒸着やシリカの炭素熱還元といったエネルギー集約的なプロセスが使用され、最終コストを大幅に引き上げています。また、高純度SiC粉末の製造には高度な機械と厳密な品質管理が必要であり、コストはさらに上昇します。加えて、こうした高い生産コストは最終製品価格の上昇を招き、小規模な生産者や資源が限られている分野にとっては手の届かないものとなっています。

半導体の技術開発

炭化ケイ素微粉末の有望な成長経路は、半導体技術の継続的な改善によってもたらされます。産業界がより少ないエネルギーしか使用しない電子機器にシフトするにつれ、SiCはショットキーダイオードやMOSFETのようなパワーデバイスの材料としてより一般的になってきています。データ・センター、再生可能エネルギー・システム、産業用オートメーションなど、高周波、高電圧、高温を伴うアプリケーションでは、これらのコンポーネントの使用頻度が高まっています。さらに、SiCベースの半導体のニーズは、5Gネットワークやモノのインターネット(IoT)への移行によっても高まっています。

代替材料との激しい競争

炭化ケイ素(SiC)微粉末市場が直面する主なリスクのひとつに、代替材料との競合の激化があります。例えば、酸化アルミニウム(Al2O3)、炭化ホウ素、炭化タングステンは、同等の品質、手頃な価格、入手しやすさから、さまざまな用途でSiCの優れた代替品とみなされることが多いです。セラミックや研磨剤に広く使用されている酸化アルミニウムは、SiCの高い電気伝導性や熱伝導性を必要としない分野にとって、より手頃な価格の選択肢となります。さらに、従来のシリコンをベースとする半導体は依然としてエレクトロニクス市場を独占しているが、シリコン技術の新たな開発により、一部の用途ではSiCとの競合が激しくなっています。

COVID-19の影響:

炭化ケイ素(SiC)微粉末市場は、COVID-19の大流行によって大きな影響を受け、世界のサプライチェーン、生産スケジュール、さまざまな産業における需要に混乱が生じた。パンデミックの初期段階におけるロックダウンや衛生上の予防措置により、多くの製造施設が操業停止や操業縮小を余儀なくされ、SiC微粉末の生産と納入に遅れが生じました。さらに、エレクトロニクス、自動車、航空宇宙といった重要産業からの需要も、企業が新技術への投資を削減したり、プロジェクトを延期したりしたため、減速しました。

予測期間中、研磨グレードセグメントが最大になる見込み

炭化ケイ素微粉末市場は、研磨グレードの炭化ケイ素セグメントによって支配されると予想されます。研磨材グレードの炭化ケイ素はその耐久性と硬度から、主に切削工具、サンドペーパー、研削砥石に使用されます。建設、金属加工、自動車などの分野で幅広く使用されていることが、このセグメントの利点です。炭化ケイ素は高温・高圧に強いため、精密研磨用途に最適です。さらに、精密製品の生産では高性能材料が必要とされるため、研磨材グレードのSiCの需要が高まっており、表面処理と研磨工程での使用により、業界リーダーとしての地位がさらに強固なものとなっています。

予測期間中にCAGRが最も高くなると予想されるのはエレクトロニクスと半導体分野

炭化ケイ素微粉末市場は、エレクトロニクス・半導体分野で最も高いCAGRが見込まれています。卓越した導電性、高い熱安定性、高出力用途での有効性から、炭化ケイ素はエレクトロニクスおよび半導体産業に不可欠です。SiCは、ダイオード、トランジスタ、MOSFETなどのパワー・デバイスでますます利用されるようになっており、これらは高度な通信技術、再生可能エネルギー・システム、電気自動車の進歩に不可欠です。さらに、特に電気自動車や再生可能エネルギー・インフラが普及するにつれて、高性能でエネルギー効率の高い電子部品へのニーズが高まっているため、電子・半導体市場は急速に拡大すると予想されます。

最大のシェアを持つ地域:

炭化ケイ素微粉末市場はアジア太平洋地域が支配的です。中国、日本、韓国などの国々の堅調な製造部門と産業拡大がその主な原動力となっています。炭化ケイ素は電気的特性、機械的強度、熱伝導性が高いため、これらの国々はエレクトロニクス、自動車、エネルギーなどの産業の主要プレーヤーです。さらに、炭化ケイ素の急速な工業化と、電気自動車や再生可能エネルギー・システムなどのエネルギー効率の高い技術に対する需要の高まりは、材料の生産と消費の両方で中国が優位を占めていることによって支えられています。

CAGRが最も高い地域:

炭化ケイ素微粉末市場は北米地域で最も高いCAGRで成長すると予測されます。パワーエレクトロニクス、電気自動車、再生可能エネルギー源のような最先端アプリケーションにおける炭化ケイ素のニーズの高まりが、この成長をもたらしています。さまざまな産業でSiCベースの部品が採用されているのは、米国がエネルギー効率の向上と二酸化炭素排出量の削減に重点を置いているためです。さらに、炭化ケイ素のような高性能材料の需要は、この地域の強固な技術インフラや、半導体およびエレクトロニクス産業における継続的な研究開発イニシアチブによっても促進されています。

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目次

第1章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第2章 序文

  • 概要
  • ステークホルダー
  • 調査範囲
  • 調査手法
    • データマイニング
    • データ分析
    • データ検証
    • 調査アプローチ
  • 調査情報源
    • 1次調査情報源
    • 2次調査情報源
    • 前提条件

第3章 市場動向分析

  • ドライバー
  • 抑制要因
  • 機会
  • 脅威
  • 用途分析
  • 新興市場
  • COVID-19の影響

第4章 ポーターのファイブフォース分析

  • 供給企業の交渉力
  • 買い手の交渉力
  • 代替品の脅威
  • 新規参入業者の脅威
  • 競争企業間の敵対関係

第5章 世界の炭化ケイ素微粉末市場:グレード別

  • 冶金グレード
  • 耐火グレード
  • 研磨グレード
  • ブラックシリコンカーバイド
  • グリーンシリコンカーバイド

第6章 世界の炭化ケイ素微粉末市場:用途別

  • 研磨剤
  • 耐火材料
  • セラミック材料
  • エレクトロニクスおよび半導体
  • 自動車
  • 航空宇宙および防衛
  • エネルギー
  • その他の用途

第7章 世界の炭化ケイ素微粉末市場:地域別

  • 北米
    • 米国
    • カナダ
    • メキシコ
  • 欧州
    • ドイツ
    • 英国
    • イタリア
    • フランス
    • スペイン
    • その他欧州
  • アジア太平洋
    • 日本
    • 中国
    • インド
    • オーストラリア
    • ニュージーランド
    • 韓国
    • その他アジア太平洋
  • 南米
    • アルゼンチン
    • ブラジル
    • チリ
    • その他南米
  • 中東・アフリカ
    • サウジアラビア
    • アラブ首長国連邦
    • カタール
    • 南アフリカ
    • その他中東とアフリカ

第8章 主な発展

  • 契約、パートナーシップ、コラボレーション、合弁事業
  • 買収と合併
  • 新製品発売
  • 事業拡大
  • その他の主要戦略

第9章 企業プロファイリング

  • Wolfspeed, Inc
  • STMicroelectronics
  • Advanced Abrasives Corporation
  • Fuji Electric Co., Ltd.
  • Infineon Technologies AG
  • Carborundum Universal Limited
  • US Research Nanomaterials, Inc.
  • Imerys
  • AGSCO Corp
  • Fiven ASA
  • Nanoshel
  • Coherent
  • Futong Industry Co. Limited
  • Entegris
  • Saint Gobain
図表

List of Tables

  • Table 1 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 2 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 3 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Metallurgical Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 4 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 5 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasive Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 6 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Black Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 7 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Green Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 8 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 9 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasives (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 10 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 11 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Ceramic Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 12 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 13 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Automotive (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 14 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Aerospace and Defense (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 15 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Energy (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 16 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 17 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 18 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 19 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Metallurgical Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 20 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 21 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasive Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 22 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Black Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 23 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Green Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 24 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 25 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasives (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 26 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 27 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Ceramic Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 28 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 29 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Automotive (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 30 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Aerospace and Defense (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 31 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Energy (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 32 North America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 33 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 34 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 35 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Metallurgical Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 36 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 37 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasive Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 38 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Black Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 39 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Green Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 40 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 41 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasives (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 42 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 43 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Ceramic Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 44 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 45 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Automotive (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 46 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Aerospace and Defense (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 47 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Energy (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 48 Europe Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 49 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 50 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 51 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Metallurgical Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 52 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 53 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasive Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 54 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Black Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 55 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Green Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 56 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 57 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasives (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 58 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 59 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Ceramic Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 60 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 61 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Automotive (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 62 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Aerospace and Defense (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 63 Asia Pacific Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Energy (2022-2030) ($MN)
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  • Table 65 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 66 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 67 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Metallurgical Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 68 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 69 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasive Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 70 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Black Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 71 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Green Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 72 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 73 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasives (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 74 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 75 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Ceramic Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 76 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 77 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Automotive (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 78 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Aerospace and Defense (2022-2030) ($MN)
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  • Table 80 South America Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 81 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 82 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 83 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Metallurgical Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 84 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 85 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasive Grade (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 86 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Black Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 87 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Green Silicon Carbide (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 88 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 89 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Abrasives (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 90 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Refractory Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 91 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Ceramic Materials (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 92 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 93 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Automotive (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 94 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Aerospace and Defense (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 95 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Energy (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 96 Middle East & Africa Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
目次
Product Code: SMRC28094

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market is accounted for $913.03 million in 2024 and is expected to reach $1910.99 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 13.1% during the forecast period. Silicon carbide (SiC) fine powder is a highly versatile material widely used in various industrial and technological applications due to its exceptional properties. A vital component of ceramics, advanced coatings, and abrasive materials, silicon carbide fine powder is well-known for its exceptional chemical stability, high heat conductivity, and superior hardness. Because of its small particle size, it can be used precisely in processes like polishing and lapping and as a reinforcement material in composites to increase their mechanical strength and resistance to heat.

According to the Journal of Applied Physics, silicon carbide is being explored for its potential use in quantum computing and other advanced technological applications due to its unique electronic properties, with research funding exceeding $100 million globally.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Growing interest in semiconductors and electronics

One of the main factors propelling the market's expansion is the growing use of silicon carbide (SiC) fine powder in the semiconductor and electronics industries. Because SiC can function in harsh environments with high temperatures, voltages, and frequencies, it is highly prized. Because of this, it is a necessary component of power electronic devices like insulated-gate bipolar transistors, Schottky diodes, and metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistors. Furthermore, SiC fine powder facilitates device miniaturization while improving performance, robustness, and efficiency, all of which are essential for developing technologies like 5G infrastructure and Internet of Things applications.

Restraint:

Expensive production costs

The high cost of production is one of the main factors limiting the market for silicon carbide (SiC) fine powder. Energy-intensive processes like chemical vapor deposition and carbothermal reduction of silica are used in the production of SiC, and they greatly raise the final cost. High-purity SiC powder production also necessitates sophisticated machinery and exacting quality control, which raises costs even more. Additionally, these high production costs result in higher final product prices, making them unaffordable for smaller producers and sectors with limited resources.

Opportunity:

Technological developments in semiconductors

A promising growth path for silicon carbide fine powder is offered by the continuous improvements in semiconductor technology. As industries shift toward electronics that use less energy, SiC is becoming a more popular material for power devices like Schottky diodes and MOSFETs. Applications involving high frequency, high voltage, and high temperature-such as data centers, renewable energy systems, and industrial automation-are using these components more frequently. Furthermore, the need for SiC-based semiconductors is also being driven by the move to 5G networks and the Internet of Things (IoT), since these technologies perform better than conventional silicon.

Threat:

Vigorous rivalry from alternatives

The growing competition from substitute materials is one of the main risks facing the market for silicon carbide (SiC) fine powder. For instance, because of their comparable qualities, affordability, and accessibility, aluminum oxide (Al2O3), boron carbide, and tungsten carbide are frequently regarded as good substitutes for SiC in a variety of applications. Widely used in ceramics and abrasives, aluminum oxide provides a more affordable option for sectors that don't need SiC's high electrical or thermal conductivity. Moreover, traditional silicon-based semiconductors still rule the electronics market, though new developments in silicon technologies have made them more competitive with SiC in some applications.

Covid-19 Impact:

The market for silicon carbide (SiC) fine powder was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused disruptions in global supply chains, production schedules, and demand across a range of industries. Lockdowns and health precautions during the early stages of the pandemic forced many manufacturing facilities to shut down or scale back operations, which caused delays in the production and delivery of SiC fine powder. Additionally, there were also slowdowns in demand from important industries like electronics, automotive, and aerospace as businesses reduced their investments in new technologies or postponed projects.

The Abrasive Grade segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The market for silicon carbide fine powder is expected to be dominated by the Abrasive Grade Silicon Carbide segment. Because of its durability and hardness, abrasive-grade silicon carbide is mostly used to make cutting tools, sandpaper, and grinding wheels. Its extensive uses in sectors like construction, metalworking, and automotive benefits this segment. It is perfect for precision abrasive applications because of its resistance to high temperatures and pressures. Furthermore, the need for high-performance materials in the production of precision goods fuels the demand for abrasive-grade SiC, and its use in surface preparation and polishing procedures further solidifies its position as the industry leader.

The Electronics and Semiconductors segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The market for silicon carbide fine powder is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR in the Electronics and Semiconductors segment. Because of its exceptional electrical conductivity, high thermal stability, and effectiveness in high-power applications, silicon carbide is essential to the electronics and semiconductor industries. SiC is being utilized more and more in power devices such as diodes, transistors, and MOSFETs, which are critical to the advancement of advanced communication technologies, renewable energy systems, and electric vehicles. Moreover, the electronics and semiconductor market is expected to expand quickly due to the growing need for high-performance, energy-efficient electronic components, especially as electric vehicles and renewable energy infrastructure become more popular.

Region with largest share:

The market for silicon carbide fine powder is dominated by the Asia Pacific region. The robust manufacturing sectors and industrial expansion in nations like China, Japan, and South Korea are the main drivers of this. Because of silicon carbide's high electrical characteristics, mechanical strength, and thermal conductivity, these nations are major players in industries like electronics, automotive, and energy. Additionally, the rapid industrialization of silicon carbide and the rising demand for energy-efficient technologies, such as electric vehicles and renewable energy systems, are supported by China's dominance in both the production and consumption of the material.

Region with highest CAGR:

The silicon carbide fine powder market is anticipated to grow at the highest CAGR in the North American region. The rising need for silicon carbide in cutting-edge applications like power electronics, electric cars, and renewable energy sources is what is causing this growth. The adoption of SiC-based components in a variety of industries is being driven by the United States' emphasis on improving energy efficiency and lowering carbon emissions. Furthermore, the demand for high-performance materials like silicon carbide is also being fueled by the region's robust technological infrastructure as well as continuous research and development initiatives in the semiconductor and electronics industries.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Silicon Carbide Fine Powder market include Wolfspeed, Inc, STMicroelectronics, Advanced Abrasives Corporation, Fuji Electric Co., Ltd., Infineon Technologies AG, Carborundum Universal Limited, US Research Nanomaterials, Inc., Imerys, AGSCO Corp, Fiven ASA, Nanoshel, Coherent, Futong Industry Co. Limited, Entegris and Saint Gobain.

Key Developments:

In October 2024, Wolfspeed, Inc. has amended its financial agreement with Renesas Electronics America Inc. The modification, effective as of Monday, allows Wolfspeed to convert accrued interest on loans into principal and secures the right to pledge assets for government grants. The original agreement, signed on July 5, 2023, allowed Renesas America to provide refundable deposits to Wolfspeed.

In April 2024, STMicroelectronics and Centrica Energy Trading A/S announced that they have signed a ten-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the supply of renewable energy to its operations in Italy, starting January 2025. The agreement is based on the sale by Centrica of approximately 61 GWh of renewable energy per year, produced by a new solar farm in Italy.

In February 2024, Infineon Technologies AG and ASE Technology Holding Co. have announced that definitive agreements were signed under which Infineon will sell two backend manufacturing sites, one in Cavite, Philippines, and one in Cheonan, South Korea, to two fully owned subsidiaries of ASE, a leading provider of independent semiconductor manufacturing services in assembly and test.

Grades Covered:

  • Metallurgical Grade
  • Refractory Grade
  • Abrasive Grade
  • Black Silicon Carbide
  • Green Silicon Carbide

Applications Covered:

  • Abrasives
  • Refractory Materials
  • Ceramic Materials
  • Electronics and Semiconductors
  • Automotive
  • Aerospace and Defense
  • Energy
  • Other Applications

Regions Covered:

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • Italy
    • France
    • Spain
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Rest of South America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

  • Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
  • Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
  • Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
  • Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
  • Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
  • Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
  • Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
  • Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

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Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

  • 2.1 Abstract
  • 2.2 Stake Holders
  • 2.3 Research Scope
  • 2.4 Research Methodology
    • 2.4.1 Data Mining
    • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
    • 2.4.3 Data Validation
    • 2.4.4 Research Approach
  • 2.5 Research Sources
    • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
    • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
    • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Drivers
  • 3.3 Restraints
  • 3.4 Opportunities
  • 3.5 Threats
  • 3.6 Application Analysis
  • 3.7 Emerging Markets
  • 3.8 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

  • 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
  • 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
  • 4.3 Threat of substitutes
  • 4.4 Threat of new entrants
  • 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market, By Grade

  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Metallurgical Grade
  • 5.3 Refractory Grade
  • 5.4 Abrasive Grade
  • 5.5 Black Silicon Carbide
  • 5.6 Green Silicon Carbide

6 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market, By Application

  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Abrasives
  • 6.3 Refractory Materials
  • 6.4 Ceramic Materials
  • 6.5 Electronics and Semiconductors
  • 6.6 Automotive
  • 6.7 Aerospace and Defense
  • 6.8 Energy
  • 6.9 Other Applications

7 Global Silicon Carbide Fine Powder Market, By Geography

  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 North America
    • 7.2.1 US
    • 7.2.2 Canada
    • 7.2.3 Mexico
  • 7.3 Europe
    • 7.3.1 Germany
    • 7.3.2 UK
    • 7.3.3 Italy
    • 7.3.4 France
    • 7.3.5 Spain
    • 7.3.6 Rest of Europe
  • 7.4 Asia Pacific
    • 7.4.1 Japan
    • 7.4.2 China
    • 7.4.3 India
    • 7.4.4 Australia
    • 7.4.5 New Zealand
    • 7.4.6 South Korea
    • 7.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
  • 7.5 South America
    • 7.5.1 Argentina
    • 7.5.2 Brazil
    • 7.5.3 Chile
    • 7.5.4 Rest of South America
  • 7.6 Middle East & Africa
    • 7.6.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 7.6.2 UAE
    • 7.6.3 Qatar
    • 7.6.4 South Africa
    • 7.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

8 Key Developments

  • 8.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
  • 8.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
  • 8.3 New Product Launch
  • 8.4 Expansions
  • 8.5 Other Key Strategies

9 Company Profiling

  • 9.1 Wolfspeed, Inc
  • 9.2 STMicroelectronics
  • 9.3 Advanced Abrasives Corporation
  • 9.4 Fuji Electric Co., Ltd.
  • 9.5 Infineon Technologies AG
  • 9.6 Carborundum Universal Limited
  • 9.7 US Research Nanomaterials, Inc.
  • 9.8 Imerys
  • 9.9 AGSCO Corp
  • 9.10 Fiven ASA
  • 9.11 Nanoshel
  • 9.12 Coherent
  • 9.13 Futong Industry Co. Limited
  • 9.14 Entegris
  • 9.15 Saint Gobain