PUBLISHER: Roots Analysis | PRODUCT CODE: 1725776
PUBLISHER: Roots Analysis | PRODUCT CODE: 1725776
As per Roots Analysis, the global carbon nanotubes market size is estimated to grow from USD 4.1 billion in the current year to USD 18.78 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 14.84% during the forecast period, till 2035.
The opportunity for carbon nanotubes market has been distributed across the following segments:
Type of Carbon Nanotubes
Method Used
End Use Industry
Geography
A carbon nanotube (CNT) is a carbon allotrope characterized by its nanoscale diameter and elongated structure, stretching for hundreds of microns. Moreover, CNTs exhibit remarkable tensile strength and exceptional electrical and thermal conductivity, making them indispensable in fields such as aerospace, electronics, automotive, and healthcare. In aerospace applications, CNTs contribute to the creation of lightweight yet robust aircraft, improving fuel efficiency while maintaining structural integrity. Their ability to conduct electricity effectively at the nanoscale facilitates component miniaturization and enhances overall device performance.
Further, carbon nanotubes have promising applications in healthcare, including drug delivery systems and biomedical sensors, due to their biocompatibility and nano-scale characteristics. As industries search for sustainable, advanced materials to satisfy increasing demands, carbon nanotubes have emerged as a vital technological solution likely to foster innovation across various sectors, leading to improved performance, efficiency, and sustainability.
However, the production of carbon nanotubes presents several health hazards, which may impede market expansion. Additionally, the manufacturing process for carbon nanotubes is expensive, limiting the market's potential. Nonetheless, over the past two decades, the growing demand for CNTs has spurred a notable increase in research initiatives and development activities from industry stakeholders. With continuous technological advancements and a rising preference for lightweight materials across different sectors, the carbon nanotubes market is expected to grow significantly in the foreseeable future.
Based on the type of carbon nanotube, the global carbon nanotubes market is segmented into single walled carbon nanotubes and multi-walled carbon nanotubes. According to our estimates, currently, multi-walled carbon nanotubes segment captures the majority share of the market. This can be attributed to their wide range of applications in several industrial sectors, such as solar energy, nanodevices, and supercapacitors, owing to their extensive surface area along with their excellent resistivity and conductivity properties.
Based on method used, the carbon nanotubes market is segmented into arc discharge, catalytic vapor deposition, chemical vapor deposition, floating catalyst, high pressure carbon mono oxide deposition, laser ablation of graphite and other methods. However, the others segment is anticipated to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period.
Based on end use industry industries, the carbon nanotubes market is segmented into chemical material and polymer, electronic and semi-conductor, energy and storage, medical, structural composite material and other industries. According to our estimates, currently, chemical material and polymer segment captures the majority share of the market.
Based on geographical regions, the carbon nanotubes market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia, Latin America, Middle East and North Africa, and Rest of the World. According to our estimates, currently, North America captures the majority share of the market. This can be attributed to the high number of manufacturing facilities in the United States. Moreover, the increasing demand for nanotubes to improve physical properties, including thermal and mechanical attributes, is propelling the market in North America. However, the market in Asia is anticipated to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period.
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