Photoresist Electronic Chemical Global Market Report 2024

The photoresist electronic chemical market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.18 billion in 2023 to $11.14 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth observed in the historical period can be attributed to the expansion of the semiconductor industry, advancements in microelectronics, a rising demand for consumer electronics, the globalization of electronics manufacturing, and the integration of advanced materials.

The photoresist electronic chemical market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.12 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period is linked to the expansion of the Internet of Things (IoT), integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning, the revolution in electric vehicles (EV), a heightened focus on environmental sustainability, and an emphasis on supply chain resilience. Noteworthy trends expected in the forecast period encompass the demand for miniaturization, the emergence of advanced semiconductor technologies, the adoption of green and sustainable practices, the rise in IoT devices, and a shift towards 3D IC integration.

The rising electronic industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the photoresist electronic chemicals market in the foreseeable future. This industry, encompassing the design, development, manufacturing, and distribution of electronic components, devices, and systems, is a key driver for the demand for photoresist electronic chemicals. These chemicals play a critical role in the electronic industry, especially in the production of semiconductor devices and microelectronics. They contribute to defining precise patterns on semiconductor wafers, creating masks for ion implantation processes, and facilitating the photolithography process. For example, in January 2023, LG, a South Korea-based consumer electronics company, reported its highest-ever annual revenue, marking a 12.9% increase from 2021, surpassing $52.7 billion in sales. The revenue for the LG Home Appliance & Air Solution Company in 2022 reached $22.5 billion, reflecting a 10.3% increase from the previous year. Therefore, the growth of the electronic industry serves as a driving force behind the expansion of the photoresist electronic chemicals market.

The increasing adoption of the Internet of Things (IoT) is expected to boost the growth of the photoresist electronic chemical market. The IoT, a networked system of interconnected computing devices, mechanical and electronic machinery with unique identities (UIDs), operates without the need for human-to-human or human-to-computer contact. Specialized photoresist electronic chemicals play a vital role in IoT applications, supporting processes such as miniaturization, layer-to-layer alignment, and adhesion for stacked IoT devices. According to the State of IoT - Spring 2022 report by IoT Analytics in May 2022, there were 12.2 billion active endpoints in 2021, representing an 8% increase in the total number of IoT connections. The IoT industry is anticipated to experience an 18% increase, reaching 14.4 billion active connections in 2022. Hence, the rising adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies is a significant driver for the photoresist electronic chemical market.

The challenge posed by increasing material prices may hinder the growth of the photoresist electronic chemicals market in the future. Phenolic resins, a key component in photoresist formulations, especially in the production of certain printed circuit boards (PCBs) and semiconductor devices, are impacted by fluctuations in raw material prices. The rising prices of these materials directly elevate production costs for photoresist manufacturers. Elevated production costs have the potential to diminish profit margins or necessitate price adjustments, which could affect the competitiveness of photoresist products. For example, in January 2022, Allnex Belgium SA/NV, a Germany-based resin coatings company, witnessed an increase in phenolic resin prices from $0.392/kg to $0.784/kg (€0.35/kg to €0.70/kg). Consequently, the escalating material prices pose a restraint on the growth of the photoresist electronic chemicals market.

Major companies in the photoresist electronic chemicals market are actively engaged in developing innovative variants of green solvent AZ 910 removers to provide reliable services to their customers. AZ 910 remover is a specialized solvent used for photoresist removal in the semiconductor industry, offering enhanced stripping performance, reduced chemical waste, customized formulations, and a focus on improving performance, safety, and environmental impact. For instance, in July 2021, Merck KGaA, a Germany-based science and technology company, launched a green solvent AZ 901 remover. The AZ 910 remover boasts the ability to remove resist with less than three times the solvent volume, leading to cost savings for customers and reducing the environmental footprint of materials entering the global waste stream.

In June 2023, DIC Corporation, a Japan-based chemical company, acquired PCAS Canada Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, DIC aims to expedite its product development for advanced processes, make capital expenditures to enhance its supply capabilities, and establish a robust corporate structure. PCAS Canada Inc., a Canada-based company, specializes in the synthesis, development, and customization of photoresist electronic chemicals.

Major companies operating in the photoresist electronic chemical market report are BASF SE, Honeywell International Inc., Merck KGaA, Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Hitachi Chemicals Co. Ltd., The Dow Chemical Company, LG Chem Ltd., Fujifilm Corporation, Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd., Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., E.I. DuPont, Air Products And Chemicals Inc., Kolon Industries Inc., PhiChem Corporation, Eternal Chemical Co. Ltd., JSR Corporation, Tokyo Ohka Kogyo Co. Ltd., Electra Polymers Ltd., Ikonics Corp., Micro Resist Technology GmbH, Photo Sciences Inc., Jiangsu Kuangshun Photosensitivity New-Material Stock Co. Ltd., DJ Microlaminates Inc., Allresist GmbH, AZ Electronic Materials, Hitech Photopolymere AG, KemLab Inc., Kanto Chemical Co. Inc.

North America was the largest region in the photoresist electronic chemical market in 2023. The regions covered in the photoresist electronic chemical market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the photoresist electronic chemical market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Photoresist electronic chemicals constitute a specialized class of chemicals expressly formulated for the application of photoresists in the generation of patterns and features on semiconductor wafers or substrates in the course of manufacturing electronic components and integrated circuits. These chemicals play a pivotal role in the photolithography process, which is fundamental to the production of integrated circuits (ICs) and other microelectronic devices.

The primary types of photoresist electronic chemicals are categorized as positive and negative. Positive photoresists are light-sensitive materials that experience increased solubility or undergo a chemical transformation upon exposure to light, enabling the selective patterning of semiconductor wafers or substrates. Various substrates utilized include silicon, glass, metal, among others. These chemicals find applications in diverse areas such as semiconductor manufacturing, printed circuit boards (PCBs), liquid crystal displays (LCD), micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS). They cater to end users in sectors including the semiconductor industry, electronics industry, display industry, MEMS industry, and others.

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The photoresist electronic chemicals market consists of sales of ceramic, quartz, and copper substrates. 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.


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