The global market for ceramics is expected to grow from $41.3 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $62.5 billion by the end of 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2030.
The global market for technical ceramics is expected to grow from $18.3 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $26 billion by the end of 2030, at a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2030.
The global market for electroceramics is expected to grow from $12 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach $17.1 billion by the end of 2030, at a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2030.
Report Scope
This report analyzes the global market for ceramics by segmenting it based on product type, end use and region. These market segments are analyzed at the global and regional levels. The base year for this analysis is 2024, and market estimates and forecasts are given from 2025 through 2030. The market estimates are provided in terms of revenue ($ million).
The product type is further sub-segmented into technical ceramics, bioceramics, electroceramics, polymer-derived ceramics (PCDs), three-dimensional (3D)-printed ceramics and transparent ceramics. Each sub-segment is based on material, end use and region.
Based on material, the technical ceramics market is segmented into:
- Alumina.
- Zirconia.
- Silicon Carbide.
- Silicon Nitride.
- Others.
Based on end use, the technical ceramics market is segmented into:
- Electronics and semiconductors.
- Energy and power.
- Automotive.
- Medical
- Aerospace and defense.
- Industrial.
Others.
Based on region, the technical ceramics market is segmented into:
- North America.
- Europe.
- Asia-Pacific.
- South America.
- Middle East and Africa.
- Bioceramics
Based on material, the bioceramics market is segmented into:
- Alumina.
- Zirconia.
- Calcium sulfate.
- Calcium phosphate/hydroxyapatite.
- Glass.
- Carbon (graphite).
- Others.
Based on type, the bioceramics market is segmented into:
- Bioinert.
- Bioactive.
- Bioresorbable.
Based on application, the bioceramics market is segmented into:
- Bone implants.
- Dental implants.
- Surgical instruments.
- Diagnostic instruments.
Based on region, the bioceramics market is segmented into:
- North America.
- Europe.
- Asia-Pacific.
- South America.
- Middle East and Africa.
- Electroceramics
Based on material, the electroceramics market is segmented into:
- Alumina.
- Titanate.
- Zirconia.
- Others.
Based on application, the electroceramics market is segmented into:
- Capacitors.
- Actuators and sensors.
- Optoelectronic devices.
- Power distribution.
- Data storage.
- Others.
Based on end use, the electroceramics market is segmented into:
- Electronics and semiconductors.
- Energy and power.
- Transportation.
- Aerospace and defense.
- Others.
Based on region, the electroceramics market is segmented into:
- North America.
- Europe.
- Asia-Pacific.
- South America.
- Middle East and Africa.
- Polymer-Derived Ceramics
Based on material, the PDC market is segmented into:
- Silicon Carbide.
- Silicon Nitride.
- Others.
Based on end use, the PDC market is segmented into:
- Aerospace and defense.
- Energy and power.
- Electronics and semiconductors.
- Medical.
- Industrial.
- Others.
Based on region, the PDC market is segmented into:
- North America.
- Europe.
- Asia-Pacific.
- South America.
- Middle East and Africa.
- Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics
Based on material, the 3D printed ceramics market is segmented into:
- Alumina.
- Calcium phosphate/hydroxyapatite.
- Silicon.
- Zirconia.
- Others.
Based on end use, the 3D printed ceramics market is segmented into:
- Aerospace and defense.
- Medical.
- Electronics and semiconductors.
- Energy and power.
- Industrial and chemical.
- Others.
Based on region, the 3D printed ceramics market is segmented into:
- North America.
- Europe.
- Asia-Pacific.
- South America.
- Middle East and Africa.
- Transparent Ceramics
Based on material, the transparent ceramics market is segmented into:
- Alumina.
- Yttrium.
- Spinel.
- Others.
Based on type, the transparent ceramics market is segmented into:
- Monocrystalline.
- Polycrystalline.
- Others.
Based on end use, the transparent ceramics market is segmented into:
- Optics and optoelectronics.
- Aerospace, defense and security.
- Sensors and instrumentation.
- Others.
Based on region, the transparent ceramics market is segmented into:
- North America.
- Europe.
- Asia-Pacific.
- South America.
- Middle East and Africa.
Report Includes
- 197 data tables and 57 additional tables
- Analyses of the trends in the global ceramics market, with revenue data from 2024, estimates for 2025, forecasts for 2029, and projected CAGRs through 2030
- Estimates of the market's current size and revenue prospects, along with a market share analysis by product type, type, application, material type, end-use industry and region
- Facts and figures pertaining to the market dynamics, technological advances, regulations and the impact of macroeconomic factors
- Insights derived from the Porter's Five Forces model, as well as global supply chain and PESTLE analyses
- An analysis of emerging trends and other developments in the industry
- Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments, with emphasis on consumer attitudes, and the ESG scores and practices of leading companies
- Analysis of the industry structure, including companies' market shares and rankings, strategic alliances, M&A activity and a venture funding outlook
- Company profiles, including 3M, CeramTec GmbH, CUMI, KYOCERA Corp., Materion Corp., Morgan Advanced Materials
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
- Market Outlook
- Scope of Report
- Technical Ceramics
- Bioceramics
- Electroceramics
- Polymer-Derived Ceramics
- Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics
- Transparent Ceramics
- Market Summary
- Technological Advances and Applications
- Market Dynamics and Growth Factors
- Future Trends and Developments
- Segmental Analysis
- Regional and Emerging Markets
- Conclusion
Chapter 2 Market Overview
- Ceramics
- Bioceramics
- Key Properties of Bioceramics
- Bioceramics Applications
- Materials Used for Bioceramics
- Examples of Bioceramics
- Bioceramic Types
- Electroceramics
- Applications for Electroceramics
- Technical Ceramics
- Classification of Technical Ceramics
- Key Properties of Technical Ceramics
- Technical Ceramics vs. Traditional Ceramics
- Polymer-Derived Ceramics
- Key Properties of Polymer-Derived Ceramics
- Uses of Polymer-Derived Ceramics
- Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics
- Three-Dimensional Printing with Technical Ceramics
- Uses of Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics
- Transparent Ceramics
- Composition and Production Techniques
- Properties of Transparent Ceramics
- Applications for Transparent Ceramics
- Supply Chain Analysis
- Bioceramics
- Electroceramics
- Technical Ceramics
- Polymer-Derived Ceramics
- Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics
- Transparent Ceramics
- Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers: High
- Bargaining Power of Buyers: Moderate
- Competition in the Industry: High
- Threat of Substitutes: Moderate
- Threat of Market Entry: Low
Chapter 3 Market Dynamics
- Overview
- Market Drivers
- Increasing Demand for Technical Ceramics in High-Performance Coatings
- Growing Adoption of Bioceramics in Dental Restoration
- Growth of Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Engineering are Expanding Bioceramics Usage
- Expanding Applications of Electroceramics in Consumer Electronics Miniaturization
- High-Temperature Stability of Polymer-Derived Ceramics in Aerospace and Defense and Energy Systems
- Expansion of Optoelectronics and Photonics Led to Increased Demand for Transparent Ceramics
- Market Opportunities
- Electrification and Automation of the Automotive Industry
- Emerging Role of Polymer-Derived Ceramics in Additive Manufacturing and Three-Dimensional Printing
- Development of Next-Generation Smart Ceramics and Self-Healing Materials
- Market Challenges
- High Cost of Materials and Processing of Ceramics
- Competition from Alternative Materials in the Advanced Ceramics Market
Chapter 4 Regulatory Landscape
Chapter 5 Emerging Technologies
- Advances and Innovations in Advanced Ceramics
- Additive Manufacturing
- Nanostructured and High-Entropy Ceramics
- Self-Healing Ceramics and Smart Ceramics
- Next-Generation Solid-State Batteries and Energy Storage
- Advanced Ceramic Coatings and Thermal Barrier Coatings
- Biomedical Nanoceramics and Bioprinting
- Ceramic Membranes and Environmental Applications
- Transparent Ceramics for Optical and Defense Applications
- Key Trends Driving Innovation in the Industry
- Use of Green Manufacturing Techniques to Reduce Environmental Impact
- Hybrid Ceramics with Nanocomposites and Functionalized Coatings
- Advances in Ceramic-Based Electronics
Chapter 6 Market Segmentation Analysis
- Technical Ceramics Segmentation Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Technical Ceramics by Material
- Market Analysis of Technical Ceramics by End Use
- Technical Ceramics Geographic Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Technical Ceramics by Region
- Bioceramics Segmentation Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Bioceramics by Material
- Market Analysis of Bioceramics by Type
- Market Analysis of Bioceramics by Application
- Bioceramics Geographic Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Bioceramics by Region
- Electroceramics Segmentation Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Electroceramics by Material
- Market Analysis of Electroceramics by Application
- Market Analysis of Electroceramics by End Use
- Electroceramics Geographic Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Electroceramics by Region
- Polymer-Derived Ceramics Segmentation Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Polymer-Derived Ceramics by Material
- Market Analysis of Polymer-Derived Ceramics by End Use
- Polymer-Derived Ceramics Geographic Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Polymer-Derived Ceramics by Region
- Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics Segmentation Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics by Material
- Market Analysis of Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics by End Use
- Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics Geographic Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Three-Dimensional Printed Ceramics by Region
- Transparent Ceramics Segmentation Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Transparent Ceramics by Material
- Market Analysis of Transparent Ceramics by Type
- Market Analysis of Transparent Ceramics by End Use
- Transparent Ceramics Geographic Breakdown
- Key Highlights
- Market Analysis of Transparent Ceramics by Region
Chapter 7 Competitive Landscape
- Key Highlights
- Market Player Positioning
- Market Player Positioning Analysis
- Strategic Initiatives
Chapter 8 Sustainability in Ceramics Industry: An ESG Perspective
- Importance of ESG in the Ceramics Industry
- ESG Practices in the Ceramics Industry
- Emerging Sustainability Trends
- Concluding Remarks from BCC Research
Chapter 9 Appendix
- Methodology
- Information Sources
- References
- Abbreviations
- Company Profiles
- 3M
- ABM ADVANCE BALL MILL INC.
- ADVANCED CERAMIC MATERIALS
- APPLIED CERAMICS INC.
- CAM BIOCERAMICS
- CERAMCO INC.
- CERAMTEC GMBH
- CERION LLC.
- COORSTEK INC.
- CUMI
- DENKA CO. LTD.
- DSM-FIRMENICH
- ELAN TECHNOLOGY
- ELECTRO CERAMIC INDUSTRIES
- FERROTEC (USA) CORP.
- GENERAL ATOMICS
- GENERAL ELECTRIC CO. (GE AEROSPACE)
- HIMED
- INNOVACERA
- INTERNATIONAL SYALONS (NEWCASTLE) LTD.
- KYOCERA CORP.
- MATERION CORP.
- MCDANEL ADVANCED MATERIAL TECHNOLOGIES LLC
- MORGAN ADVANCED MATERIALS
- SAINT-GOBAIN
