PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1662226
PUBLISHER: Global Industry Analysts, Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1662226
Smart Glass
Global Smart Glass Market to Reach US$9.6 Billion by 2030
The global market for Smart Glass estimated at US$7.0 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$9.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.4% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Electrochromic Technology, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.5% CAGR and reach US$7.9 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Liquid Crystal Technology segment is estimated at 4.1% CAGR over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$1.9 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 5.2% CAGR
The Smart Glass market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.9 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$1.5 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 5.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% and 4.3% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 4.4% CAGR.
Global Smart Glass Market - Key Trends and Drivers Summarized
Smart glass, also known as light control glass, represents a significant technological advancement in the fields of architecture, automotive design, interior design, and product innovation. This dynamic material can transition between transparent, translucent, and opaque states, offering control over visible light, UV, and IR emissions. This functionality not only enhances privacy but also plays a crucial role in energy management within buildings. For instance, smart privacy glass allows for the quick switch from clear to opaque, serving a variety of settings and fulfilling the dual needs for natural light and privacy. This innovative technology integrates seamlessly into various applications such as windows, partitions, and other transparent surfaces across multiple industries, revolutionizing the traditional capabilities of glass by adding multifunctional value.
The application of smart glass extends beyond its basic function of light modulation to include significant enhancements in operational efficiency and aesthetic flexibility within buildings. The technology is categorized into two main types: active and passive. Active smart glass utilizes an electrical charge to change states and includes technologies like Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal (PDLC) and Suspended Particle Device (SPD), which manage light penetration and privacy dynamically. Passive smart glass, such as photochromic and thermochromic glass, responds to environmental changes like light and temperature, adjusting its tint accordingly without the need for electrical power, making it ideal for energy-efficient applications such as eyewear and responsive windows. These features are particularly beneficial in modern office spaces and hotels, where design and functionality are paramount, allowing for instant privacy adjustments and contributing to a sophisticated, modern aesthetic.
The growth of the smart glass market is propelled by several key factors. Architectural and design innovation continues to drive demand as modern buildings require materials that combine aesthetic appeal with functional performance, including energy efficiency. Regulatory pressures for energy conservation encourage the adoption of smart glass, which can significantly improve a building's energy management by optimizing heat gain and loss. Consumer preference for high-tech amenities has also increased interest in advanced materials like smart glass, which offers a futuristic element to home and office environments. Additionally, advancements in material science and integration with smart home systems are making smart glass a more attractive and feasible option for a wide range of applications. Privacy and security concerns further boost the demand for smart glass, offering a high-tech solution that provides privacy at the switch of a button. Furthermore, the growing awareness of health benefits related to natural light exposure promotes the use of smart glass, which maximizes natural lighting while blocking harmful UV rays, aligning with health and well-being trends. These factors collectively enhance the market reach and implementation of smart glass, marking its significance in the future of building and interior design technology.
SCOPE OF STUDY:
The report analyzes the Smart Glass market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:
Segments:
Technology (Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic, Other Technologies); Application (Transportation, Architectural, Other Applications)
Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific; Rest of World.
Select Competitors (Total 52 Featured) -
- Active Glass Technologies
- Asahi Glass Company Ltd.
- Asahi India Glass Ltd. (AIS)
- Clayton Glass Ltd.
- Corning, Inc.
- Essex Safety Glass Ltd.
- Flat Glass Industries Ltd.
- Gentex Corporation
- Glass Apps, LLC
- Guardian Industries
- Intelligent Glass
- InvisiShade, LLC
- Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd.
- RavenWindow
- Research Frontiers Inc.
- SAGE Electrochromics, Inc.
- Schott Corporation
- Smartglass International Limited
- Vario Glass, Inc.
- View, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. METHODOLOGY
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- 1. MARKET OVERVIEW
- Influencer Market Insights
- World Market Trajectories
- Smart Glass - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2025 (E)
- Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2025 (E)
- 2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
- 3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
- Increasing Demand for Energy-Efficient Building Solutions
- Growth of the Construction and Automotive Industries
- Advancements in Smart Glass Technologies and Materials
- Rising Adoption of Smart Glass in Commercial and Residential Buildings
- Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Construction and Real Estate
- Expansion of Smart Glass Applications in Automotive and Aerospace Sectors
- Development of Multi-Functional and Adaptive Smart Glass Solutions
- Role of Smart Glass in Enhancing Building Comfort and Aesthetics
- Market Penetration of Smart Glass in Emerging Economies
- Influence of Technological Innovations on Smart Glass Performance
- Growth of Smart Glass in Healthcare and Electronics Applications
- Challenges Related to Manufacturing and Installation Costs
- Emerging Markets and Growth Opportunities in Developing Regions
- Future Trends and Innovations in Smart Glass Technologies and Applications
- 4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
- TABLE 1: World Smart Glass Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2015 through 2030
- TABLE 2: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 3: World 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets for Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Electrochromic by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 5: World 6-Year Perspective for Electrochromic by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 6: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Liquid Crystal by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 7: World 6-Year Perspective for Liquid Crystal by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 8: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Photochromic by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 9: World 6-Year Perspective for Photochromic by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Technologies by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 11: World 6-Year Perspective for Other Technologies by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 12: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Transportation by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 13: World 6-Year Perspective for Transportation by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 14: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Architectural by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 15: World 6-Year Perspective for Architectural by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 17: World 6-Year Perspective for Other Applications by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of World for Years 2025 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
- UNITED STATES
- Smart Glass Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 18: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 19: USA 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 20: USA Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 21: USA 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- CANADA
- TABLE 22: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 23: Canada 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 24: Canada Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 25: Canada 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- JAPAN
- Smart Glass Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 26: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 27: Japan 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 28: Japan Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 29: Japan 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- CHINA
- Smart Glass Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 30: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 31: China 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 32: China Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 33: China 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- EUROPE
- Smart Glass Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 34: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 35: Europe 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 36: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 37: Europe 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 38: Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 39: Europe 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- FRANCE
- Smart Glass Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 40: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 41: France 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 42: France Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 43: France 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- GERMANY
- Smart Glass Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 44: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 45: Germany 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 46: Germany Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 47: Germany 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- ITALY
- TABLE 48: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 49: Italy 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 50: Italy Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 51: Italy 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- UNITED KINGDOM
- Smart Glass Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 52: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 53: UK 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 54: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 55: UK 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- REST OF EUROPE
- TABLE 56: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 57: Rest of Europe 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 58: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 59: Rest of Europe 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- ASIA-PACIFIC
- Smart Glass Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2025 (E)
- TABLE 60: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 61: Asia-Pacific 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 62: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 63: Asia-Pacific 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
- REST OF WORLD
- TABLE 64: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Technology - Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 65: Rest of World 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Technology - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Electrochromic, Liquid Crystal, Photochromic and Other Technologies for the Years 2025 & 2030
- TABLE 66: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Smart Glass by Application - Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for the Years 2024 through 2030 and % CAGR
- TABLE 67: Rest of World 6-Year Perspective for Smart Glass by Application - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Transportation, Architectural and Other Applications for the Years 2025 & 2030
IV. COMPETITION
