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Ultra-thin Glass Market Growth & Trends:
The global ultra-thin glass market size is expected to reach USD 37.7 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 9.7% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The demand for ultra-thin glass is increasing in semiconductors on account of superior characteristics such as light weight and optimum performance as compared to its counterparts.
In April 2019, Samsung Electronics announced investment of around USD 114.8 billion by 2030 in logic chips business. The ongoing investments in the semiconductor industry is likely to augment the product demand over the coming years.
Ultra-thin glass is gaining acknowledgement in solar industry for manufacturing of solar panels. Leoflex, an ultra-thin glass produced by AGC Inc. of thickness ranging from 0.85mm and 1.10mm is extensively used for solar panels. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency, the solar photovoltaic capacity installations increased by 24.4% from 2017 to 2018 and is expected to grow by 50% from 2019 to 2024. The rising capacity installations is likely to propel the demand for solar panels, which can positively impact on the demand for ultra-thin glass.
Asia Pacific was the largest segment for the market in 2018 on account of increasing government initiatives to propel the manufacturing sector in India and China. For instance, the USD 15.2 billion investment for production expansion announced by BOE Technology Group, a major display manufacturer in China, in March 2018 is expected to be majorly backed by the local government.
The market is highly consolidated and competitive in nature due to presence of multinational corporations. Also, manufacturing processes including down-draw and overflow are both technology and capital-intensive. These factors are anticipated to create barriers for new entrants over the forecast period.
Ultra-thin Glass Market Report Highlights:
- Flat panel displays dominated the ultra-thin glass market and accounted for a revenue share of 39.5% in 2024. The growth of the flat panel display market is driven by increasing demand for high-resolution displays in consumer electronics, such as smartphones, smartwatches, and smart TVs.
- The semiconductor segment in the ultra-thin glass market is expected to grow significantly at a CAGR of 10.2% over the forecast period. Ultra-thin glass is vital for semiconductor packaging, enabling miniaturization, low dielectric loss, and thermal stability.
- The Asia Pacific ultra-thin glass market dominated the global market and accounted for the largest revenue share, 38.9% in 2024. Japan's investment in ultra-thin, flexible perovskite solar panels exemplifies the region's commitment to renewable energy.
- The Middle East and Africa ultra-thin glass market is expected to grow significantly, at a CAGR of 8.1% over the forecast period. Most Middle Eastern countries are major hubs for electronics manufacturing.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Purchased Database
- 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
- 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
- 1.3.4. Primary Research
- 1.4. Information Analysis
- 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
- 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Insights
- 2.2. Segmental Outlook
- 2.3. Competitive Outlook
Chapter 3. Ultra-Thin Glass Market Variables, Trends & Scope
- 3.1. Global Ultra-Thin Glass Market Outlook
- 3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3. Regulatory Framework
- 3.3.1. Policies and Incentive Plans
- 3.3.2. Standards and Compliances
- 3.3.3. Regulatory Impact Analysis
- 3.4. Market Dynamics
- 3.4.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.4.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.4.3. Industry Challenges
- 3.5. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 3.5.1. Supplier Power
- 3.5.2. Buyer Power
- 3.5.3. Substitution Threat
- 3.5.4. Threat from New Entrant
- 3.5.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 3.6. PESTEL Analysis
- 3.6.1. Political Landscape
- 3.6.2. Economic Landscape
- 3.6.3. Social Landscape
- 3.6.4. Technological Landscape
- 3.6.5. Environmental Landscape
- 3.6.6. Legal Landscape
Chapter 4. Ultra-Thin Glass Market: Application Outlook Estimates & Forecasts
- 4.1. Ultra-Thin Glass Market: Application Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
- 4.1.1. Flat Panel Displays
- 4.1.1.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 4.1.2. Semiconductor
- 4.1.2.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 4.1.3. Automotive Glazing
- 4.1.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 4.1.4. Others
- 4.1.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
Chapter 5. Ultra-Thin Glass Market Regional Outlook Estimates & Forecasts
- 5.1. Regional Snapshot
- 5.2. Ultra-Thin Glass Market: Regional Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
- 5.3. North America
- 5.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.3.3. U.S.
- 5.3.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.3.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.3.4. Canada
- 5.3.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.3.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.3.5. Mexico
- 5.3.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.3.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4. Europe
- 5.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4.3. Germany
- 5.4.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4.4. UK
- 5.4.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4.5. Italy
- 5.4.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.4.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5. Asia Pacific
- 5.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5.3. China
- 5.5.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5.4. India
- 5.5.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5.5. Japan
- 5.5.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.5.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.6. Latin America
- 5.6.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.6.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.6.3. Brazil
- 5.6.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.6.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.7. Middle East & Africa
- 5.7.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
- 5.7.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By Application, 2018 - 2030 (Million Square Meters) (USD Million)
Chapter 6. Competitive Landscape
- 6.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
- 6.2. Vendor Landscape
- 6.2.1. Company Categorization
- 6.2.2. List of Key Distributors and Channel Partners
- 6.2.3. List of Potential Customers/End Users
- 6.3. Competitive Dynamics
- 6.3.1. Competitive Benchmarking
- 6.3.2. Strategy Mapping
- 6.3.3. Heat Map Analysis
- 6.4. Company Profiles/Listing
- 6.4.1. AGC Inc.
- 6.4.1.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.1.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.1.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.2. Corning Incorporated
- 6.4.2.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.2.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.2.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.3. CSG Holding Co., Ltd.
- 6.4.3.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.3.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.3.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.4. Nippon Electric Glass Co.,Ltd.
- 6.4.4.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.4.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.4.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.5. SCHOTT
- 6.4.5.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.5.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.5.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.6. Xinyi Glass Holdings Limited
- 6.4.6.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.6.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.6.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.7. Luoyang Glass Company
- 6.4.7.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.7.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.7.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.8. Changzhou Almaden Co., Ltd.
- 6.4.8.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.8.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.8.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.9. Emerge Glass
- 6.4.9.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.9.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.9.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
- 6.4.10. Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd.
- 6.4.10.1. Participant's Overview
- 6.4.10.2. Financial Performance
- 6.4.10.3. Type Benchmarking
- 6.4.10.4. Strategic Initiatives