Advanced Materials Global Market Report 2026

Advanced materials comprise a category of substances that demonstrate superior or enhanced properties in comparison to traditional materials. These materials are specifically designed and engineered to manifest exceptional characteristics, including but not limited to high strength, durability, conductivity, flexibility, heat resistance, or lightness, surpassing those exhibited by conventional materials.

The primary types of products within the realm of advanced materials include polymers, metals and alloys, glasses, composites, and ceramics. Polymers, for instance, are large molecules composed of repeating subunits known as monomers, chemically bonded together to form extensive chains or network structures. These advanced materials find application across various industries, with products distributed through both direct and indirect channels. The diverse sectors benefiting from advanced materials include medical devices, automotive, aerospace, electrical and electronic, industrial, power, and others, where the unique properties of these materials cater to specific needs and requirements.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have impacted the advanced materials market by increasing costs for imported specialty metals, composites, ceramics, and processing equipment, disrupting global supply chains and raising manufacturing expenses. These effects are most pronounced in metals and alloys, advanced composites, and ceramics segments, particularly in regions such as Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America that depend on cross-border sourcing. However, tariffs have also encouraged localized production, regional material innovation, and supply chain diversification, supporting domestic manufacturing capabilities and long-term market resilience.

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The advanced materials market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $91.27 billion in 2025 to $98.22 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in aerospace and defense manufacturing, increasing industrialization and infrastructure development, rising demand for durable and high-strength materials, expansion of automotive production volumes, technological progress in material science research.

The advanced materials market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $134.03 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising adoption of electric vehicles, increasing demand for advanced medical devices, growth in renewable energy and power systems, expanding use of advanced materials in electronics, continued innovation in composite and ceramic technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include rising adoption of lightweight and high-strength materials, increasing demand for high-performance materials in extreme environments, growing use of advanced composites across multiple industries, expansion of customized and application-specific material solutions, increasing focus on material durability and lifecycle performance.

The expanding aerospace and defense industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the advanced materials market in the coming years. This industry encompasses the development, production, and maintenance of aerospace systems, including aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, rockets, and associated components, as well as defense systems and equipment. Advanced materials are utilized within this sector to improve aircraft performance, durability, and overall capabilities. These materials include composites, alloys, and high-strength metals, which help reduce weight, enhance fuel efficiency, and ensure exceptional structural integrity in demanding operational conditions. For example, in September 2024, data from the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA), a U.S.-based trade organization, revealed that the U.S. aerospace and defense industry achieved a significant milestone in 2023, with sales exceeding $955 billion, marking a 7.1% increase compared to the prior year. Therefore, the growth of the aerospace and defense sector is propelling the advancement of the advanced materials market.

Leading companies in the advanced materials market are concentrating on product innovations such as graphene-based corrosion protection technologies to improve material performance and prolong asset lifespan. Graphene-based additives utilize the exceptional strength and barrier characteristics of graphene to enhance coating durability and resistance to extreme environments. For example, in April 2023, Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS), a Malaysia-based energy and solutions company, introduced Proshield+, its first corrosion protection technology based on advanced materials. Proshield+ is an innovative paint additive derived from graphene, an ultra-high barrier material. Graphene is a two-dimensional substance composed of a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal structure. It is recognized as one of the strongest and lightest materials known, along with possessing unique properties such as high electrical and thermal conductivity. Proshield+ functions by creating a tortuous pathway within the coating, which restricts corrosive agents from reaching the steel surface.

In February 2023, Mo-Sci LLC, a U.S.-based company specializing in advanced high-tech glass development and manufacturing, acquired the assets of 3M's Advanced Materials business for an undisclosed sum. With this acquisition, Mo-Sci aimed to enhance its technological expertise and production capacity by incorporating specialized equipment and intellectual property, allowing for accelerated product development, broader market presence, and improved customer support across major sectors such as healthcare, energy, industrial, automotive, and defense. 3M's Advanced Materials business is a U.S.-based provider of advanced engineered materials and specialized technologies, concentrating on high-performance materials and components for a wide range of industrial and technological uses.

Major companies operating in the advanced materials market report are BASF SE, Dow Inc., 3M Company, Saint-Gobain, Toray Industries Inc., Teijin Limited, Akzo Nobel N.V., Hexcel Corporation, Owens Corning, Morgan Advanced Materials PLC., Momentive Performance Materials Inc., Hitachi Chemical Co. Ltd., Evonik Industries AG, Solvay S.A., Arkema S.A., LANXESS AG, Showa Denko K.K., Nippon Steel Corporation, Alcoa Corporation, PPG Industries Inc.

North America was the largest region in the advanced materials market in 2025. The regions covered in the advanced materials market are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the advanced materials market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The advanced materials market consists of sales of fluoropolymers, multifunctional materials, nanomaterials, smart textiles, wearables, flexible batteries, biomedical implant devices, and fiber optics. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Advanced Materials Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses advanced materials market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
• The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
• The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
• The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Product Type: Polymers; Metals And Alloys; Glasses; Composites
• 2) By Distribution Channel: Direct; Indirect
• 3) By Application: Medical Devices; Automotive; Aerospace; Electrical And Electronics; Industrial; Power; Other Applications
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Polymers: Thermoplastics; Thermosetting Plastics; Biopolymers
• 2) By Metals And Alloys: Aluminum Alloys; Titanium Alloys; Specialty Metals
• 3) By Glasses: Specialty Glasses; Glass-Ceramics; Photonic Glasses
• 4) By Composites: Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs); Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs); Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs)
• Companies Mentioned: BASF SE; Dow Inc.; 3M Company; Saint-Gobain; Toray Industries Inc.; Teijin Limited; Akzo Nobel N.V.; Hexcel Corporation; Owens Corning; Morgan Advanced Materials PLC.; Momentive Performance Materials Inc.; Hitachi Chemical Co. Ltd.; Evonik Industries AG; Solvay S.A.; Arkema S.A.; LANXESS AG; Showa Denko K.K.; Nippon Steel Corporation; Alcoa Corporation; PPG Industries Inc.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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