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3D Printing Powder Market
3D Printing Powder Market Size, Share, Trend, Forecast, Competitive Analysis, and Growth Opportunity: 2024-2031
“The global 3D printing powder market size was US$ 1.7 billion in 2024 and is likely to grow at a decent CAGR of 24.9 % in the long run to reach US$ 8.2 billion in 2031.”
3D printing powder, also known as additive manufacturing powder, refers to a material that is used in powder bed fusion, as ink in the 3D printing method. It is made of fine metal, ceramic, or polymer particles that are used to construct three-dimensional things, layer by layer. In powder-based 3D printing, individual powder particles are bound through controlled emission of energy. The energy can be either a laser, a narrow beam of UV light, or an electron beam. Metal, plastics, and ceramics are three significant types of powder used in 3D printing techniques. The powder is spread into thin layers, and a heat source or binder selectively solidifies the design, producing highly detailed, strong, and complex geometries.
3D printing powder is witnessing growing usage across various industries due to its ability to produce complex, lightweight, and high-strength components with minimal material waste. Applications of 3D printing technology are expanding rapidly in aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and industrial manufacturing, where there is rising demand for custom parts, rapid prototyping, and on-demand production. The shift toward sustainable and efficient production methods further boosts the adoption of 3D printing powders globally.
The 3D printing powder market is driven by increasing demand for lightweight, high-strength components across aerospace, automotive, and medical industries. Advancements in powder metallurgy and material innovations are further accelerating adoption, enhancing part performance and production efficiency. Additionally, the growing trend of mass customization and rapid prototyping is boosting the use of 3D printing powders, especially metal and ceramic-based variants.
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Segmentations |
List of Sub-Segments |
Segments with High-Growth Opportunity |
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Material-Type Analysis |
Metal, Plastics, and Ceramics |
Metal is expected to maintain its dominance and continue to lead the market. The plastic material category is expected to remain the second largest during the forecast period. |
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Metal-Type Analysis |
Steel, Nickel Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Aluminum Alloys, Cobalt Alloys, and Other Metals |
Titanium alloys are expected to maintain their dominance and are also likely to be the fastest-growing metal type over the years. |
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End-Use Industry-Type Analysis |
Aerospace & Defense, Medical, Automotive, Energy, and Other End-Use Industries |
Medical is anticipated to remain dominant, whereas aerospace & defense will be the fastest-growing end-use industry over the years. |
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Region Analysis |
North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and The Rest of the World |
North America is expected to remain the dominant region for the 3D-printing powder market during the forecast period. |
“Metal holds the dominant market position and is expected to continue to lead the market during the forecasted period.”
Based on the material type, the 3D printing powder market is segmented into metal, plastics, and ceramics. Easy to manufacture complex parts, manufacture precise and highly detailed objects, high strength and hardness with very low weight, and less material wastage are key advantages of metal 3D printing. The key metal powder characteristics are particle size distribution, smooth, regular-shaped metal powder particles, good flowability, and optimum packing density.
Plastics (polymer) offer impact and chemical resistance; excellent elasticity and ductility; very high mechanical and thermal properties, such as high rigidity, extremely solid even at very low temperatures, and stress resistance. Polyamide and polyetherketoneketone (PEKK) are key polymer types used.
"The titanium alloy is estimated to remain the largest metal of the market in the coming years."
Based on the metal type, the market is segmented into steel, nickel alloys, titanium alloys, aluminum alloys, cobalt alloys, and other metals. Titanium alloy is estimated to remain the most dominant metal type in the market till 2031. Titanium alloys are preferred for applications that require significant weight saving while maintaining high performance in end-use industries, such as aerospace, medical, automotive, and engineering industries. Titanium alloys are also likely to have the most impressive growth trajectory during the forecast period.
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“The medical segment emerged as the leading contributor to the market.”
Among the end-use industry types, the market is segmented into aerospace & defense, medical, automotive, energy, and other end-use industries. Medical is expected to remain the largest end-use industry, key applications are surgical implants (e.g., cranial plates or hip joints), external prostheses, dental crowns & bridges, and removable partial dentures. It is also used in the manufacturing of pharmaceutical drug formulations for clinical trials (small batch size).
Aerospace & Defense is likely to remain the second-largest market by 2031. Key applications are lightweight brackets, structural components, airframe fasteners, engine mounts, turbine blades, fuel nozzles, and compressor inlet temperature sensors.
“North America is estimated to maintain its dominance in the years to come. Asia-Pacific is likely to experience the fastest growth over the same period."
In terms of region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World. The USA is the largest 3D printing powder market with the presence of major hardware, material, and software manufacturers in the country. The presence of key players in the region, such as GE Aerospace, Carpenter Technology Corporation, Tekna, Praxair Technology, Inc., and ATI, is likely to stir the region’s demand.
Asia-Pacific is likely to grow at the fastest pace in the market over the next six years. China, Japan, and India are among the key countries in the Asia-Pacific region to adopt 3D printing technology. China is one of the leading countries in the 3D printing powder market owing to huge investment by the Chinese government, early adoption, large-scale utilization, and rapid development.
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The market is fragmented with the presence of less than 100 global and regional players. Some of the major players also manufacture 3D printing metal parts. Leading players hold excellent market positions with a vast product portfolio, a wide distribution network, and years of track record. The following are the key players in the 3D printing powder market.
Here is the list of the Top Players (Based on Dominance)
GKN Powder Metallurgy (A Melrose Plc Company)
GE Aerospace
ATI
Carpenter Technology Corporation
BASF 3D Printing Solutions Company (A BASF SE Company)
Sandvik AB
Oerlikon
Hoganas AB
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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A considerable number of strategic alliances, including M&As, JVs, etc., have been performed over the past few years:
In 2018, Carpenter Technology Corporation acquired LPW Technology for an enterprise value of US$ 81 million. LPW Technology is a manufacturer of ultra-clean metal powders for 3D printing. Metal powders are developed for the powder bed fusion process and optimized for a specific machine type.
In 2018, Hoganas AB acquired the Surface Technology & Ceramic Powders GmbH division of H.C. Strack. The acquisition expanded Hognas AB’s footprint in surface coating and additive manufacturing markets.
In 2021, EOS acquired a stake in Metalpine GmbH, which is a metal powder manufacturer based in Graz, Austria. The acquisition was to jointly develop innovative and sustainable metal powders.
In December 2022, Amaero International Limited signed a joint venture agreement with Rabdan Industries for additive manufacturing and powder production in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The joint venture company, FALCON Advanced Metals PLC, will be a 50/50 partnership between the two companies and will act as a holding company.
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Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
Market trend and forecast analysis.
Market segment trend and forecast.
Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve.
Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
Emerging trends.
Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
Key success factors.
The 3D printing powder market is segmented into the following categories:
By Material Type
Metal
Plastics
Ceramic
By Metal Type
Steel Alloys
Nickel Alloys
Titanium Alloys
Cobalt Alloys
Other Metals
By End-User Type
Aerospace & Defence
Medical
Automotive
Energy
Other End-Use Industries
By Region
North America (Country Analysis: The USA, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, The UK, Russia, and the Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: Japan, China, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
Rest of the World (Country Analysis: Brazil and Others)
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3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is a process of creating three-dimensional objects from a digital file by adding material layer by layer.
The 3D printing powder market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 24.9% with a value of US$ 8.2 billion by 2031.
The 3D printing powder market is driven by the rising demand for lightweight components in aerospace and automotive industries, advancements in metal additive manufacturing technologies, and the growing need for customization and complex part designs. It also benefits from reduced material waste, increased adoption in aerospace, defense, medical, and dental applications, and significant R&D investments.
The top players in the 3D printing powder market include GKN Powder Metallurgy (A Melrose Plc Company), GE Aersopace, ATI, Carpenter Technology Corporation, BASF 3D Printing Solutions Company (A BASF SE Company), Sandvik AB, Oerlikon, and Hoganas AB are top players in the market.
North America is expected to remain the largest 3D printing powder market over the next six years. The presence of key players in the region, such as GE Aerospace, Carpenter Technology Corporation, Tekna, Praxair Technology, Inc., and ATI, is likely to stir the region’s demand.
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