[Research Report] The metal nanoparticles market was valued at US$ 25,373.92 million in 2020 and is projected to reach US$ 81,567.38 million by 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 15.9% from 2021 to 2028.
Metal Nanoparticles have exceptional properties such as high aspect ratio and uniform size. They are used in a wide spectrum of applications, such as catalysis, medical, and energy storage. The metal nanoparticles have various applications in end-use industries, such as pharmaceuticals and healthcare, chemical, cosmetics, and electrical and electronics.
In 2020, North America accounted for the largest share in the market. The increase in the development of the pharmaceutical and the healthcare sectors and a rise in demand for sustainable energy resources have increased the demand for metal nanoparticles in North America. Owing to the presence of developed countries, such as the US and Canada, and conducive government support for R&D activities, countries in the region explore and produce innovative products. Furthermore, the advancements in the medical technology and increased investments in the healthcare sector have propelled the demand for metal nanoparticles in the medical industry. Along with this, the presence of domestic and international metal nanoparticles companies in the region created lucrative opportunities for the metal nanoparticle market in the region.
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the metal nanoparticles market. The outbreak has distorted operational efficiency and disrupted the value chains due to the sudden shutdown of national and international boundaries, which has created revenue loss and damage. The disruptions in the production and supply chain have had a negative impact on the metal nanoparticles market. The implementation of lockdown in various countries along with travel restrictions has lessened the global supply of products along with a reduced logistic operation. Research has been ongoing for the utilization of gold nanoparticles for COVID-19 testing kits, which will provide the results in minutes. In the US, a group of researchers at the University of Maryland claimed that they have developed a diagnostic test that can detect the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 within 10 minutes and the results will be visible with naked eyes. The test is a simple colorimetry-based assay, which uses gold nanoparticles that are capped with the nucleic acid sequence of the nucleocapsid phosphoprotein of the SARS-COV-2 virus. Along with this, Sugentech, Inc. (a company in Republic of Korea) developed SGTi-flex COVID-19 IgM/IgG test kit, which is a gold nanoparticle-based immunochromatographic test kit that determines COVID-19’s IgM and IgG antibodies. The test helps in determining the antibodies that are specific proteins, which are developed in response to the infection. Thus, an increased usage of gold nanoparticles in the healthcare sector is having a positive impact on the metal nanoparticles market.
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Application of Metal Nanoparticles in Medical Industry
In the medical industry, metal nanoparticles are increasingly being used in therapeutic agents, drug delivery, bioimaging, and cancer diagnostics as well as treatment, among other applications. Various types of metal nanoparticles, including silver, titanium, gold, platinum, and copper, are known for their potential therapeutic effects. Gold and silver nanoparticles effectively inhibit the growth of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. Gold nanoparticles are used to detect biomarkers in the diagnosis of infectious diseases, cancer, and heart diseases. Platinum nanoparticles are used in biomedical applications such as implants, imaging, photothermal therapy, and drug delivery due to their intrinsic antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. Titanium nanoparticles are being used for killing bacteria present on various surfaces. When exposed to ultraviolet radiations, these nanoparticles produce a strong oxidative effect and act as photocatalytic disinfectants. Silver nanoparticles have antimicrobial and anticancer properties, and they are increasingly being used in the production of wound coatings and device coatings. Copper nanoparticles are being used in medical sector for the protection, control, and treatment of infections. Thus, a surge in the application of various metal nanoparticles in the medical industry is driving the metal nanoparticles market.
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Based on metal, the metal nanoparticles market is segmented into platinum, gold, silver, iron, titanium, and others. In 2020, the others segment dominated the market. The other metal nanoparticles are made of metals such as zinc, copper, silica, manganese, aluminum, nickel, cerium, and thallium. Zinc nanoparticle is an inorganic metal oxide and can be safely used in medicines, as a preservative in packaging and an antimicrobial agent. Zinc nanoparticles easily diffuse into the food material as well as kills the microbe. Copper nanoparticles are produced through the natural process or through chemical synthesis. They are increasingly used as a coloring agent and an antimicrobial agent. Silica nanoparticles are majorly used in electrical and thermal insulators and in drug delivery applications. Manganese nanoparticles (nanodots or nano powder) are spherical or faceted high surface area metal nanostructured particles.. Aluminum nanoparticles have greater hydrogen storage capacity and are widely used in aircrafts, military applications, automobile, and rocket propellants.
A few of the key market players operating in the metal nanoparticles market are American Elements; BBI Group; EPRUI Biotech Co. Ltd.; Meliorum Technologies, Inc.; Nanocomposix; Nanosc, Inc.; Nanostructured and Amorphous Materials, Inc.; Nanoshel LLC.; TANAKA HOLDINGS Co., Ltd.; and US Research Nanomaterials INC. Major players in the market adopt strategies such as mergers and acquisitions and product launches to expand the geographic presence and consumer base.
Report Spotlights - Progressive trends in the metal nanoparticles industry to help players develop effective long-term strategies
- Business growth strategies adopted by companies to secure growth in developed and developing markets
- Quantitative analysis of the global metal nanoparticles market from 2019 to 2028
- Estimation of the demand for metal nanoparticles across various industries
- Porter analysis to illustrate the efficacy of buyers and suppliers operating in the industry to predict market growth
- Recent developments to understand the competitive market scenario and the demand for metal nanoparticles
- Market trends and outlook coupled with factors driving and restraining the growth of the metal nanoparticles market
- Understanding regarding the strategies that underpin commercial interest with regard to global metal nanoparticles market growth, aiding in the decision-making process
- Metal Nanoparticles market size at various nodes of market
- Detailed overview and segmentation of the global metal nanoparticles market as well as its industry dynamics
- Metal Nanoparticles market size in various regions with promising growth opportunities
Metal Nanoparticles Metal Nanoparticle Market Regional Insights
The regional trends and factors influencing the Metal Nanoparticle Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Metal Nanoparticle Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

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Metal Nanoparticle Market Report Scope
Report Attribute | Details |
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Market size in 2020 | US$ 25.37 Billion |
Market Size by 2028 | US$ 81.57 Billion |
Global CAGR (2020 - 2028) | 15.9% |
Historical Data | 2018-2019 |
Forecast period | 2021-2028 |
Segments Covered |
By Metal
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Regions and Countries Covered | North America
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Market leaders and key company profiles |
Metal Nanoparticle Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics
The Metal Nanoparticle Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Metal Nanoparticle Market are:
- American Elements
- BBI Group
- EPRUI Biotech Co. Ltd.
- Meliorum Technologies, Inc.
- Nanocomposix
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.

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Metal Nanoparticles Market, by Metal- Platinum
- Gold
- Silver
- Iron
- Titanium
- Others
Metal Nanoparticles Market, by Application- Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
- Electrical and Electronics
- Chemicals
- Personal Care and Cosmetics
- Others
Company Profiles- American Elements
- BBI Group
- EPRUI Biotech Co. Ltd.
- Meliorum Technologies, Inc.
- Nanocomposix
- Nanosc, Inc.
- Nanostructured and Amorphous Materials, Inc.
- Nanoshel LLC
- TANAKA HOLDINGS Co., Ltd.
- US Research Nanomaterials INC
Frequently Asked Questions
Which region held the largest share of the global metal nanoparticle market?
In 2020, North America accounted for the largest share in the market. The increase in the development of the pharmaceutical and the healthcare sectors and a rise in demand for sustainable energy resources have increased the demand for metal nanoparticles in North America. Owing to the presence of developed countries, such as the US and Canada, and conducive government support for R&D activities, countries in the region explore and produce innovative products.
Can you list some of the major players operating in the global metal nanoparticle market?
The major players operating in the global metal nanoparticle market are American Elements; BBI Group; EPRUI Biotech Co. Ltd.; Meliorum Technologies, Inc.; Nanocomposix; Nanosc, Inc.; Nanostructured and Amorphous Materials, Inc.; Nanoshel LLC.; TANAKA HOLDINGS Co., Ltd.; and US Research Nanomaterials INC among many others.
Which region emerged as fastest growing in the global metal nanoparticle market?
In 2020, Asia Pacific, emerged as the fastest growing regional market. The growing healthcare industry in Asia Pacific is leading to an increased demand for metal nanoparticles. The gold nanoparticles are used in the pharmaceutical sector to produce different medicated drugs, along with various engineered technologies that use nanoparticles for the targeted delivery and release of therapeutic agents.
Based on product, which segment is the largest segment in the global metal nanoparticle market?
In 2020, the others segment dominated the market. The other metal nanoparticles are made of metals such as zinc, copper, silica, manganese, aluminum, nickel, cerium, and thallium. Zinc nanoparticle is an inorganic metal oxide and can be safely used in medicines, as a preservative in packaging and an antimicrobial agent. Zinc nanoparticles easily diffuse into the food material as well as kills the microbe.
Based on end-use industry, which segment is fastest the global metal nanoparticle market during the forecast period?
In 2020, the electricals and electronics segment dominated the market. Gold nanoparticles are being used as a conductor in applications ranging from printable inks to electronic chips. They are increasingly used to connect conductors, resistors, and various other elements of an electronic chip.
Based on end-use industry, which segment is leading the global metal nanoparticle market during the forecast period?
In 2020, pharmaceutical and healthcare dominated the metal nanoparticle market. In the medical industry, metal nanoparticles are increasingly being used in therapeutic agents, drug delivery, bioimaging, and cancer diagnostics as well as treatment, among other applications. Various types of metal nanoparticles, including silver, titanium, gold, platinum, and copper, are known for their potential therapeutic effects.
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The List of Companies - Metal Nanoparticles Market
- American Elements
- BBI Group
- EPRUI Biotech Co. Ltd.
- Meliorum Technologies, Inc.
- Nanocomposix
- Nanosc, Inc.
- Nanostructured and Amorphous Materials, Inc.
- Nanoshel LLC.
- TANAKA HOLDINGS Co., Ltd.
- US Research Nanomaterials INC


