Molded Interconnect Device (MID) Market Report 2025

The molded interconnect device (MID) market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.75 billion in 2024 to $2.03 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to miniaturization trends, consumer electronics evolution, automotive electronics development, medical device innovations, shift towards smart manufacturing.

The molded interconnect device (MID) market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.7 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to ongoing evolution of consumer electronics, rise in medical device integration, automotive electronics growth, rapid prototyping and manufacturing innovations. Major trends in the forecast period include regulatory compliance and quality standards, customization and design flexibility, rapid prototyping and manufacturing technologies, sustainability and material innovations, industry 4 and smart manufacturing.

The rising demand for IoT devices is poised to drive the growth of the molded interconnect devices market. IoT devices encompass a multitude of physical items connected to the internet, exchanging data across devices and systems. This surge is fueled by the demand for higher computational speed, efficiency, low-power devices, and intelligent chipsets, primarily within the semiconductor & electronics industry. As reported in August 2022 by Techjury sourced from IoT Analytics, corporate IoT initiatives focused notably on Smart City (23%), Connected Industry (17%), and Connected Building (12%). However, the extraction of value from IoT-related data remains a challenge for 97% of firms, underscoring the market's potential growth.

The burgeoning demand within the aerospace industry is expected to propel the growth of the molded interconnect devices market. Molded interconnect devices offer significant advantages such as space savings, weight reduction, reliability, thermal management, manufacturing efficiency, and design flexibility, aligning well with diverse aerospace applications. For instance, as reported in August 2023 by Cadrex, the aerospace industry recorded revenue of $741 billion in 2022, marking a 3% increase from the previous year. This industry's expanding requirements are a key driver stimulating growth within the molded interconnect devices market.

Technological advancement is a prominent trend gaining traction in the molded interconnect device market. Leading companies in this sector are focusing on developing innovative technological solutions that can adapt to various applications, which has spurred the evolution of technologies like laser plastic welding. For example, in April 2022, SABIC, a Saudi Arabia-based chemical company known for producing chemicals, plastics, agri-nutrients, and metals, introduced the LNP THERMOCOMP OFC08V compound. This high-performance solution is tailored for 5G base station dipole antennas and other electrical and electronic applications. The compound is a glass fiber-reinforced material derived from polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) resin, specifically designed to facilitate lightweight and cost-effective all-plastic antenna designs. It exhibits excellent performance in laser direct structuring (LDS) plating, ensuring strong adhesion between layers, effective warpage control, and reliable dielectric and radio frequency (RF) characteristics.

Major companies operating in the molded interconnect device market are focusing on pioneering products such as light antennas to bolster market revenues. Light antennas represent a breakthrough in wireless communications, being smaller than a US dime and pivotal in enabling widespread LiFi (Light Fidelity) usage in smartphones and connected devices. As unveiled in February 2023 by pureLiFi Limited, the LiFi Light Antenna is engineered for seamless integration, optimizing performance, size, cost, and production needs. Leveraging the light spectrum, LiFi surpasses conventional technologies like WiFi and 5G in speed, reliability, and security, offering scalability for widespread adoption in smartphones and connected devices.

In September 2022, Tide Rock Holdings completed the acquisition of Plastic Molding Technology (PMT), a strategic move that expands their service capabilities across multiple sites. This acquisition brings onboard a highly skilled team and 95 molding machines ranging from 20 to 500 tons, positioning Tide Rock Holdings to cater to a broader client base in plastic injection and inserts molding. Plastic Molding Technology is renowned in the industry for its expertise and strategic site locations.

Major companies operating in the molded interconnect device (MID) market are Molex LLC, TE Connectivity Ltd., Amphenol Corporation, LPKF Laser & Electronics AG, 2E mechatronic GmbH & Co. KG, Harting Technologiegruppe, Arlington Plating Company, MID Solutions LLC, MacDermid Inc., JOHNAN Corporation, TactoTek Oy, Axon' Cable S.A.S, S2P Solutions, Suzhou Cicor Technology Co. Ltd, Chogori Technology Co. Ltd., Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Corporation, Galtronics Corporation Ltd., RTP Company, BASF SE, EMS-Chemie Holding AG, Ensinger GmbH, Zeon Corporation, SelectConnect Technologies, Multiple Dimensions AG, Cicor Group, Tesa SE, Yomura Technologies Inc., T-Ink Inc., ODU GmbH & Co. KG.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the molded interconnect device (MID) market share in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the molded interconnect device (mid) market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the molded interconnect device (mid) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Molded Interconnect Devices (MIDs) represent sophisticated electromechanical components integrating mechanical and electrical engineering principles in three dimensions. They amalgamate traditional product interfaces - circuit boards, housing, connectors, and wiring - into a singular, compact, and fully functional unit. MIDs typify a production method utilizing selectively plated plastic pieces.

The primary processes employed in Molded Interconnect Devices encompass Laser Direct Structuring (LDS), Two-Shot Molding, and other relevant techniques. Laser Direct Structuring stands out as an environmentally friendly, precise, and pioneering manufacturing method for three-dimensional molded connector devices. These products include antenna and connectivity modules, connectors and switches, sensors, lighting, and other relevant items. Applications span across automotive, consumer products, healthcare, industrial, military and aerospace, as well as telecommunication and computing sectors.

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The molded interconnect device market consists of sales of metal spraying and film techniques. 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.

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