ALUMINUM NITRIDE (ALN) MARKET REPORT OVERVIEW
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The global Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market size was USD 1275.31 million in 2020 and is projected to exhibit a CAGR of 8.76% during the forecast period.
The sudden rise in the CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels after the pandemic ends. The unforeseen emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic has caused unparalleled distress on the global economic structure. The global Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market has witnessed a detrimental impact of the humanitarian crisis.
Aluminum nitride is a non-toxic, chemically synthesized material that is extensively used in electronic devices. AlN possesses exemplary characteristics, such as electrical resistance, high mechanical strength, and thermal conductivity. It experiences high demand from several end-use industries such as automotive, electronics, defense, and others due to these beneficial attributes. Some of the common applications of the material include packages for microwave devices, collets, electrical insulators, substrates for optoelectronics & microelectronics, heat spreaders, and others. The increasing demand for electronic devices by the ever-growing global population is anticipated to bolster the growth of the Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market.
COVID-19 IMPACT
"Market to Witness Steep Growth Post-Pandemic"
The unforeseen emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented crisis for the global economy. It has stagnated the growth of several industries and markets, including the Aluminum Nitride (AIN) market. The stringent lockdown and curfew restrictions imposed by the governments of several nations have severely impacted the market growth. The high unemployment rates and the consumer’s shift in focus on essential expenditures have declined the demand for electronic devices. This has caused a negative impact on the demand for aluminum nitride. The reduced need for vehicles has affected the growth of the market.
Furthermore, the disruptions in the global supply chain networks due to halted air transport and worldwide trade ban have aggravated the situation. Nonetheless, nations around the world have accelerated their vaccination drives, and the market is slowly gaining traction. The market is expected to witness steep growth post-pandemic.
LATEST TRENDS
"Rising Popularity of Electric Vehicles to Offer Lucrative Growth Opportunities"
In recent years, the demand for electric vehicles has increased significantly. The favorable government initiatives to promote the adoption of electric vehicles coupled with the improving income levels and living standards have augmented the demand for electric cars. As AlN is used in numerous electronic devices and insulation applications in vehicles, the expansion of the automotive industry is expected to boost market growth in the forthcoming years. Additionally, the increasing electrification of petrol and diesel engine-based vehicles is anticipated to fuel the market's growth. The high application of AlN in the production of semiconductors for automotive circuits is likely to complement market growth.
ALUMINUM NITRIDE (ALN) MARKET SEGMENTATION
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Based on type, the market bifurcates into thermal conductive material and electrical components. Based on application, the market segments into carbothermal reduction and nitridation method and direct nitridation method. Out of these, the electrical components segment is anticipated to witness the highest growth in the market.
Geographically, the market is classified into five major regions- North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.
DRIVING FACTORS
"Growing Demand for Electronic Devices to Boost Market Growth"
The high thermal conductivity and heat resistance properties surge the demand for AlN to manufacture various electronic devices such as smartphones, laptops, and computers. The product is mostly used in electronic devices that require heat dissipation. With the fast-paced advancements in technology and the development of 4G and 5G networks, the demand for consumer electronics has increased in recent years. With the rapid digitization observed during the pandemic, the growing demand for tablets, smartphones, and computers is anticipated to drive the market growth significantly. The increasing technological advancements and new product launches by key manufacturers are likely to amplify the Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market growth in the upcoming years.
"Expansion of End-Use Industries to Favor Market Growth"
AlN experiences a high demand from several end-use industries such as automotive, electronics, defense, and others due to its beneficial attributes; electrical resistance, high mechanical strength, and thermal conductivity. Governments of several nations invest heavily to upgrade their defense equipment. The favorable government investments to equip the defense and military forces with the latest technology are likely to boost the demand for aluminum nitride and favor market growth. Additionally, the favorable government initiatives to promote the adoption of electric vehicles are anticipated to fuel the market growth, as they are most likely to result in the expansion of the automotive industry. The development of the electronics industry due to improving personal disposable income levels and rapid digitization is estimated to bolster the growth of the aluminum nitride market.
RESTRAINING FACTORS
"High Product Costs to Hinder Market Growth"
The high costs and low availability of AlNare likely to hamper the market growth. Additionally, the increased usage of the product poses adverse effects on the environment. This is also anticipated to restrain the growth of the market.
ALUMINUM NITRIDE (ALN) MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS
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"Surging Digitization to Amplify Growth in Asia Pacific"
Asia Pacific is anticipated to gain the largest global Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market share. The high demand for electronic devices in India, Japan, Korea, and China is expected to drive market growth. The rapid digitization and the improving income levels are likely to stimulate market growth. Additionally, the expansion of the automotive industry is projected to amplify the growth of the market.
North America is expected to witness robust growth in the global market. The presence of high-income groups, growing digitization, and the increasing demand for consumer electronics such as laptops, smartphones, and tablets are likely to foster market growth. The rising electrification of vehicles and the presence of major electric carmakers such as Tesla are expected to stimulate market growth. Additionally, the growing government investments in developing modern defense equipment and technologies are estimated to augment the market growth.
Europe is projected to exhibit significant growth in the forthcoming years. The growing adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles and the expanding electronics industry are anticipated to boost the market growth. The rising construction of smart cities is likely to increase the demand for electronic devices and complement the market growth.
The Middle East & Africa, and Latin America are anticipated to exhibit considerable growth in the global market. The growing digitization and urbanization across the two regions are anticipated to fuel the market growth in the coming years.
KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS
"Key Players to Conduct Extensive R&D Activities to Develop Efficient Synthesis Methods"
Since the product does not occur naturally and has to be synthesized, its availability becomes scarce. The key players in the market extensively invest in research and development activities to develop efficient synthesis methods for aluminum nitride. The key players emphasize on cost reduction to increase their revenues. The key players focus on various organic growth strategies such as new product launches, technological advancements, patents, and others. They also adopt inorganic growth strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaborations, and others to strengthen their market positions and generate greater revenues.
List of Key Market Players Profiled:
- Tokuyama Corporation
- H.C. Starck
- Toyo Aluminium K.K.
- Accumet Materials
- Surmet Corp
- THRUTEK Applied Materials
- HeFei MoK Advanced Materials
- Eno High-Tech Material
- Pengchang Special Ceramics
- Desunmet Ceramic Material
- Maite Kechuang
- HexaTech
KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS:
July 2021: HexaTech, a subsidiary of Stanley Electric Co. Ltd., commercially launched the highest transparency AlN substrate product.
REPORT COVERAGE
The market is fairly consolidated and comprises several key players operating at regional and global levels. The Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market report offers an in-depth assessment of the market and emphasizes various crucial factors such as types, applications, end-users, leading companies, and others. Besides that, the report provides valuable insights into the current market trends and dynamics. It features the latest industry developments and profiles key market players. In addition to the factors mentioned above, the report envisages significant factors contributing to the market’s growth in recent years.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What was the value of the Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market in 2020?
The global Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market size was USD 1275.31 million in 2020.
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What opportunities does the market hold for the prominent Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market players?
The rapid digitization, growing electrification of conventional vehicles, and the growing adoption of electric vehicles are expected to offer lucrative growth opportunities for the prominent Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market players.
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What is the market overview, and what are the risks and opportunities of the Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market?
Business Research Insights projects that the increasing demand for electronic devices by the ever-growing global population is anticipated to bolster the growth of the Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market. The high costs and low availability of AlN are likely to hamper the market growth. However, the expansion of the automotive sector is anticipated to create lucrative growth opportunities for the market.
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What are the threats that may occur in the global AlN industry during the forecast period?
The high costs and low availability of AlN are likely to hamper the market growth. Additionally, the increased usage of the product poses adverse effects on the environment. This is also anticipated to restrain the development of the Aluminum Nitride (AlN) market.
