Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market Growth and Forecast by 2027

The photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market was valued at US$ 3,392.97 million in 2018 and projected to reach US$ 5,614.37  million by 2027; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2019 to 2027.

Photoresists are the light-sensitive polymeric resins that are mainly used in the production of printed circuit boards, printing plates, flat-panel liquid crystal displays, magnetic recording heads, and micro electromechanical systems (MEMS). These components serve as masking materials for the transferal of images into an underlying substrate via etching processes. Photoresist ancillaries are materials such as photoresist strippers, anti-reflective coatings, developers, and edge bead removers used along with photoresist. The photoresists and photoresist ancillaries are used in wiring configuration in multi-layered semiconductors for manufacturing computers, laptops, music players, phones, servers, and household appliances. The electronic industry is facing steady growth in the developed and developing countries. The companies operating in this field utilize photoresist and photoresist ancillaries in the manufacture of products such as advanced telephones, computer systems, televisions and home entertainment equipment, and electronic control and monitoring devices used in many industrial and scientific applications.

North America is expected to grow at the highest CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period. Several domestic and international companies have a strong foothold in the North America. The companies are continuously enhancing the overall business processes to meet the customers demand in the best possible way. Several domestic and international companies have a strong foothold in the North American region. In the North America region, the US is a major market for photoresist and photoresist ancillaries followed by Canada and Mexico.

COVID-19 outbreak first began in Wuhan (China) in December 2019, and since then it has spread across the globeat a fast pace.China, Italy, Iran, Spain, the Republic of Korea, France, Germany, and the US are among the worst affected countries in terms of positive cases and reported deaths as of March 2020. According to the latest WHO figures, there are ~332,930 confirmed cases and 14,510 total deaths globally. The COVID-19outbreak has affected economies and industries in various countries due to lockdowns, travel bans, and business shutdowns. The global chemical and materials industry is one of the major industries suffering serious disruptions such as supply chain breaks, technology events cancellations, and office shutdowns as a result of this outbreak.For instance, China is the global hub of manufacturing and the largest raw material supplier for various industries. The overall market break down due to COVID-19 is also affecting the growth of photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market due to shutting down of factories, obstacle in supply chain, and downturn in world economy. 

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Increasing demand from various applications has favored the photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market globally

Rising demands from various applications such as semiconductors and ICs, LCDs, and printed circuit boards are driving the photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market across the world. One of the key growth factors for the photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market is their use in flat-panel displays. Since these displays are thinner, lighter, and more energy-efficient, they are preferred over other displays, thereby stimulating the market growth in developed and developing countries such as the US, the UK, Italy, China, India, Russia, Japan, Mexico, and Canada. Furthermore, photoresists are also used in wiring configuration in multi-layered semiconductor manufacturing, which forms a key part of laptops, computers, music players, phones, servers, and household appliances. Photoresists are the light-sensitive polymeric resins that are mainly used in the production of printed circuit boards, printing plates, flat-panel liquid crystal displays, magnetic recording heads, and microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). These components serve as masking materials for the transferal of images into an underlying substrate via etching processes. Photoresist ancillaries are materials such as photoresist strippers, anti-reflective coatings, developers, and edge bead removers used along with photoresist.

Application Insights

Based on application, the photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market is segmented into ArF immersion photoresist, ArF dry photoresist, KrF photoresist, and G-line and I-line photoresist. In 2018, The ArF immersion photoresist segment accounted for the largest share of the global photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market; however, the G-line and I-line photoresistsegment is expected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period. They are considered as an excellent process window displaying critical dimension (CD) uniformity which allows better profile shape of the product.These products cater for the needs of the growing numbers of urban middle class consumers who are ready to pay premium price for photoresist and photoresist ancillaries.

Photoresist Ancillaries Type Insights

Based on photoresist ancillaries type, the photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market is segmented into anti-reflective coatings, remover, developer, and others.The anti-reflective coatings segment accounted for the largest share ofthe global photoresist and photoresist ancillaries market; however, the remover segment is expected to register the fastest growth rate during the forecast period. Anti-reflective coatings are categorized under product grade of photoresist ancillaries which helps to control reflection and absorbs the light during photolithography. They are known to possess several favorable properties such as multiple reflection suppressions and contrast improvement. These coatings directly work on reducing the operational costs of the processes of the electronics sector. Anti-reflective coatings assists legacy 365-nm (I-line) processes to cutting-edge 193-nm immersion methods. These materials offer dynamic process window coupled with wide photoresist compatibility, and desired pattern.

Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at The Insight Partners. This section also discusses Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market Report Scope

Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

The Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries 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.

Report Coverage 

Global Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market - By Photoresist Type

• ArF Immersion Photoresist
• ArF Dry Photoresist
• KrF Photoresist
• G-line and I-line Photoresist

Global Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market - By Photoresist Ancillaries Type

• Anti-reflective Coatings
• Remover
• Developer

• Others

Global Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries Market - By Application

• Semiconductors and ICs
• LCDs
• Printed Circuit Boards

• Others

Company Profiles

• MERCK KGaA
• Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
• TOKYO OHKA KOGYO CO., LTD
• Micro Resist Technology GmbH
• Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd
• ALLRESIST GmbH
• DJ Microlaminates, Inc.
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• Fujifilm Corporation
• JSR Corporation