The silicon carbide market was valued at US$ 712.85 million in 2019 and is projected to reach US$ 1,810.56 million by 2027; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.5% from 2019 to 2027.
Silicon carbide, also known as carborundum, is a semiconductor material widely used in electronics and semiconductor industries. The physical hardness of silicon carbide makes it fit for use as an abrasive in processes such as honing, water jet cutting, grinding, and sand blasting. It is also used in the components of pumps used to drill and extract the oil in oilfield applications. Rising demand for silicon carbide in various application industries has led to an increase in the investments by manufacturers, governments, and research institutes in its production.
The silicon carbide market in North America is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the market in this region is mainly attributed to the increasing adoption of this material owing to its improved electrical performance, compact size, power management capabilities, and high reliability. The power electronics industry is one of the major consumers of silicon carbide as the semiconductor reduces energy loss and increases life as well as efficiency of power devices. Moreover, power electronic devices operating efficiently and effectively at higher temperatures are essential to satisfy several demands such as high-performance, quick charge-time, and others. Also, the growing steel industry in the US is likely to drive the silicon carbide (SiC) market growth as the material is applied as a deoxidizing agent as well as a major raw material in refractory production in the industry.
Effect of COVID-19 upon Silicon Carbide Market
As of March 2021 the US, Brazil, India, Russia, Spain, and the UK are among the worst-affected countries in terms confirmed cases and reported deaths. The COVID-19 has been affecting economies and industries in various countries due to lockdowns, travel bans, and business shutdowns. Chemical and materials is one the world’s major industries suffering serious disruptions such as supply chain breaks, technology events cancellations, and office shutdowns because of this outbreak. China is the global hub of manufacturing and largest raw material supplier for various industries. The shutdown of various plants and factories in China is affecting the global supply chains and negatively impacting the manufacturing, delivery schedules, and sales of various materials. Various companies have already announced possible delays in product deliveries and slump in future sales of their products. In addition, the global travel bans imposed by countries in Europe, Asia, and North America are suppressing the business collaboration and partnership opportunities. Thus, these factors have been restraining the growth of the chemicals and materials industry, and other markets related to this industry.
Silicon Carbide Market
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Proliferation of Electronics and Semiconductors Industries Fuels Silicon Carbide Market Growth
Silicon carbide is a semiconductor, and it is being used widely in electronics and semiconductors industries as a replacement to silicon. It offers greater breakdown electric field strength, band gap, and thermal conductivity, along with enabling a wider range of p- and n-type control required for the construction of a device. For instance, silicon has a band gap of ~1.12, whereas silicon carbide offers a band gap of ~3.26. Similarly, thermal conductivity for silicon carbide is 1490 W/m-K, which is significantly higher than the thermal conductivity of silicon—150 W/m-K. A majority of silicon carbide is being used to make diodes that are used in power supplies and hybrid modules such as PV7.
According to the statistics cited by the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), global sales of semiconductors witnessed a hike of 6% from October 2019 to October 2020, reaching a market value of US$ 39 billion. Moreover, 2021 is likely to be a promising year for semiconductors businesses as per the predictions by the World Semiconductor Trade Statistics (WSTS) organization. The global sales of semiconductors are expected to grow by 8.4% in 2021 compared with the sales in 2020. According to The Insight Partner’s analysis, the global electronics industry is expected to register an annual growth rate of 5–6% from 2020 to 2021, and North America and Asia Pacific are expected to register a higher growth than other regions during the same period. Thus, such promising statistics depict the growth of electronics and semiconductor industries, making them a lucrative market segment for the global silicon carbide market vendors.
Type Insights
Based on type, the silicon carbide market has been segmented into black silicon carbide and green silicon carbide. The black silicon carbide segment accounted for a larger market share in 2019, and the green silicon carbide segment is expected to register a higher CAGR in the market during the forecast period. Black silicon carbide is an extremely hard man-made mineral that possesses high thermal conductivity along with high strength at elevated temperatures, e.g., at 1000°C, SiC is 7.5-times stronger than aluminum oxide. SiC has a modulus of elasticity of ~410 GPa and can operate with the desired strength at temperatures up to 1600°C; also, it does not melt at normal temperature but dissociates at 2600°C. Black silicon carbide is usually available in the form of blocks, gains, and powder. It is employed as bonded and industrial abrasives, coated abrasives, refractories and ceramics, and refractories and ceramics. Black silicon carbide powder is widely utilized for grinding nonferrous materials, finishing tough and hard materials, and filling up ceramic parts due to its lower cost.
Silicon Carbide Market, by Type – 2019 and 2027
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End-Use Industry Insights
Based on end-use industry, the silicon carbide market has been segmented into automotive, aerospace and aviation, military and defense, electronics and semiconductor, medical and healthcare, steel, and others. The electronics and semiconductor segment accounted for the largest market share in 2019, and the automotive segment is expected to register the highest CAGR in the market during the forecast period. Silicon carbide can be sedated as n-type by nitrogen or phosphorus also as p-type by boron, beryllium, aluminum, or gallium. Metallic conductivity can also been achieved by heavy doping with boron, aluminum, or nitrogen. The use of silicon carbide is advantageous in fast, high-temperature, and high-voltage devices as it confers dramatic increase in the efficiency of devices. It is highly beneficial in high-voltage applications owing to its capability, compactness, and efficiency. Power semiconductors made from silicon carbide outperform common silicon semiconductors on the back of their capability of withstanding voltages up to 10-times greater than those tolerated by ordinary silicon. Electric and driverless vehicles with onboard charging units and traction inverters are prime application areas of SiC semiconductors. The new high-voltage batteries mainly represent one of the major obstacles to the adoption of hybrid and electric vehicles. With SiC, car manufacturers can shrink the size of the batteries while reducing the total cost of an electric vehicle. Owing to the high voltage resistance, silicon carbide-based components can outperform the gallium nitride-based systems that can withstand the voltage of more than 1000 V. Thus, SiC are a valuable raw material in the development of electric vehicles, solar power inverters, and sensor systems.
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Silicon Carbide Market: Strategic Insights
Market Size Value in US$ 712.85 Million in 2019 Market Size Value by US$ 1,810.56 Million by 2027 Growth rate CAGR of 12.5% from 2019-2027 Forecast Period 2019-2027 Base Year 2019
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Silicon Carbide Market: Strategic Insights
| Market Size Value in | US$ 712.85 Million in 2019 |
| Market Size Value by | US$ 1,810.56 Million by 2027 |
| Growth rate | CAGR of 12.5% from 2019-2027 |
| Forecast Period | 2019-2027 |
| Base Year | 2019 |
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The players operating in the silicon carbide market include AGSCO Corp, Fiven ASA, ESK-SIC GmbH, and others; the key companies implement the mergers and acquisitions, and research and development strategies to enlarge customer base and gain significant share in the global market, which also allows them to maintain their brand name globally.
Report Spotlights
- Progressive industry trends in the silicon carbide market to help players develop effective long-term strategies
- Business growth strategies adopted by developed and developing markets
- Quantitative analysis of the silicon carbide market from 2017 to 2027
- Estimation of global demand for silicon carbide
- PEST analysis to illustrate the efficacy of buyers and suppliers operating in the industry
- Recent developments to understand the competitive market scenario
- Market trends and outlook as well as factors driving and restraining the growth of the silicon carbide market
- Assistance in decision-making process by highlighting market strategies that underpin commercial interest, leading to the market growth
- The size of the silicon carbide market size at various nodes
- Detailed overview and segmentation of the market, as well as the silicon carbide industry dynamics
- Size of the silicon carbide market in various regions with promising growth opportunities
Silicon Carbide Market – by Type
- Black Silicon Carbide
- Green Silicon Carbide
Silicon Carbide Market – by End-Use Industry
- Automotive
- Aerospace and Aviation
- Military and Defense
- Electronics and Semiconductor
- Medical and Healthcare
- Steel
- Others
Company Profiles
- Fiven ASA
- AGSCO Corp
- Carborundum Universal Limited
- ESD-SIC
- ESK-SIC GmbH
- Futong Industry Co. Limited
- Electro Abrasives, LLC
- Washington Mills
- Tifor B.V.
- Grindwell Norton Ltd.
Report Coverage
Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Segment Covered
Type and End-Use Industry
Regional Scope
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America
Country Scope
Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States
Frequently Asked Questions
The major players operating in the global silicon carbide market are Fiven ASA, AGSCO Corp, Carborundum Universal Limited, ESD-SIC, ESK-SIC GmbH, Futong Industry Co. Limited, Electro Abrasives, LLC, Washington Mills, Tifor B.V., Grindwell Norton Ltd., and many others.
In 2019, the silicon carbide market was predominant by Asia-Pacific at the global level. The primary factor driving the growth of the silicon carbide market is the increasing application of silicon carbide in the automotive, electronics & semiconductor, medical, and other industries. In addition to that, favorable conditions for production activities, in addition to the growing market demand, have attracted global companies to make strategic investments in this region. Growing investments in research & development activities and increasing the use of silicon carbide in multiple industrial sectors are propelling the market growth in this region. These silicon carbide materials are basically added in modest quantities for the performance enhancement of the end-product. Currently, electrical & semiconductor are the popular end-use industry for silicon carbide usage.
Between the two segments of type, black silicon carbide segment has led the market in 2019. Black silicon carbide (SiC) is known as an extremely hard man-made mineral that possesses high thermal conductivity along with high strength at elevated temperatures (mainly at 1000°C, SiC is 7.5 times stronger than Al2O3). SiC has a modulus of elasticity of about 410 GPa, with no decrease in strength up to 1600°C; also, it does not melt at normal temperature but instead dissociates at 2600°C. Black silicon carbide is usually available in the form of blocks, gains, and powder. It is employed as Bonded & Industrial Abrasives, Coated Abrasives, Refractories & Ceramics, Refractories & Ceramics. Black silicon carbide powder is widely utilized for grinding nonferrous materials, finishing tough & hard materials, as well as filling up ceramic parts due to its lower cost.
The List of Companies - Global Silicon Carbide Market
- Fiven ASA
- AGSCO Corp
- Carborundum Universal Limited
- ESD-SIC
- ESK-SIC GmbH
- Futong Industry Co. Limited
- Electro Abrasives, LLC
- Washington Mills
- Tifor B.V.
- Grindwell Norton Ltd.
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