Indium Phosphide Compound Semiconductor Market Report 2025

The indium phosphide compound semiconductor market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $6.24 billion in 2024 to $6.86 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to telecommunications infrastructure growth, demand in defense and aerospace, fiber optic network deployments, satellite communication systems, rise in high-speed data transmission.

The indium phosphide compound semiconductor market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $10.68 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the emergence of quantum computing, growing demand in healthcare imaging, optical sensing and lidar applications, space exploration and satellite technology, and data center expansion. Major trends in the forecast period include a focus on monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs), emergence in power electronics, innovations in quantum dot lasers, development of high-speed transistors, and increasing focus on environmentally friendly manufacturing.

The increasing demand from the aerospace and defense sectors is projected to drive the growth of the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market in the future. The aerospace and defense industries encompass the sectors dedicated to the design, development, production, and maintenance of aircraft, spacecraft, and defense systems. These sectors include companies that provide products and services to military organizations, government agencies, and commercial clients. In aerospace and defense, indium phosphide wafers are utilized in optoelectronic devices such as laser diodes, photodetectors, LEDs, and optical transceivers for optical fiber communication systems. For example, in September 2023, the Aerospace Industries Association, a U.S.-based trade association, reported that aerospace and defense exports rose by 4.4 percent in 2022, totaling $104.8 billion. Thus, the growing demand in the aerospace and defense sectors is propelling the expansion of the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market.

The escalating penetration of the internet is anticipated to drive the growth of the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market. As a vital component for high-performance internet technologies, indium phosphide plays a crucial role in enhancing speed and efficiency in fiber optic communications, optical networking, and high-frequency electronics. Recent statistics from DataReportal indicate that a total of 5.07 billion people worldwide use the internet, constituting 63.5% of the global population. Internet usage continues to grow, with over 170 million new users added in the past 12 months. This upward trend in internet penetration is a key driver propelling the growth of the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market.

Technological advancements represent a prominent trend in the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market. Companies operating in this market are adopting new technologies to maintain their competitive edge. For example, Infinera, a US-based optical networking solutions company, recently conducted the industry's first testing of point-to-multipoint coherent pluggable transceiver technology in Japan in collaboration with Sumitomo Electric. This testing showcased the role of XR optics technology in cost-effectively addressing the 5G bandwidth growth in Japan. Indium phosphide's advantages, such as its ability to handle high frequencies and high power, make it an ideal choice for high-speed transmission in XR optics technology.

Major players in the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market are introducing innovative products, such as integrated equipment, to enhance their market profitability. Integrated equipment for supporting compound semiconductor manufacturing refers to a comprehensive system or set of machinery designed to facilitate and optimize production processes involved in manufacturing compound semiconductors. Shengmei Semiconductor Equipment Co., Ltd., a China-based semiconductor equipment manufacturer, launched a new series of compound semiconductor equipment designed to assist in the production of compound semiconductors, including silicon carbide (SiC), gallium nitride (GaN), and gallium arsenide (GaAs) processes. This product line comprises various equipment, offering automatic compatibility with different wafer types and ensuring high precision in processes such as wet etching.

In July 2022, II-VI Incorporated, a US-based company specializing in engineered materials and optoelectronic components, completed the acquisition of Coherent for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move broadens, diversifies, and enriches II-VI's portfolio, positioning it as a global leader in materials, networking, and lasers. The acquisition is expected to leverage disruptive technology platforms and complementary scale to address an expanded customer base. Coherent Inc., the acquired company, operates in the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market.

Major companies operating in the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market include AXT Inc., Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd., II-VI Incorporated, Wafer World Inc., IQE plc, Intelligent Epitaxy Technology Inc., Xiamen Powerway Advanced Material Co. Ltd., Infinera Corporation, Beijing Tongmei Xtal Technology Co., MACOM Technology Solutions, Semiconductor Wafer Inc., CoorsTek, Samsung Semiconductor Inc., Century Goldray Semiconductor Co. Ltd., Ding Ten Industrial Inc., JX Nippon Mining & Metals Corporation, Lumentum Operations LLC, NeoPhotonics Corporation, Broadcom Inc., Finisar Corporation, Oclaro Inc., Emcore Corporation, Fujitsu Optical Components Limited, Foxconn interconnect technology Ltd., Accelink Technologies Co Ltd., Sony Corporation, ThousandEyes Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global indium phosphide compound semiconductor market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the indium phosphide compound semiconductor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Indium phosphide is a binary semiconductor consisting of indium and phosphorus, possessing a face-centered cubic (zincblende) crystal structure, which is similar to that of GaAs and most III-V semiconductors. This material serves as the foundation for optoelectronic components, high-speed electronics, and photovoltaic applications.

The primary products derived from indium phosphide compound semiconductors include power semiconductors, transistors, integrated circuits, diodes and rectifiers, among others. Power semiconductors function as switches or rectifiers in power electronics, playing a role in controlling the speed of devices such as fans, managing electricity ON/OFF states, or amplifying signals in power amplifiers. These devices find application in power electronics, sensing, photonics, radio frequency (RF) and microwave technologies, as well as quantum applications. End-users across various industries, including information technology (IT) and telecommunications, industrial and energy, aerospace and defense, automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare, and test and measuring instruments, utilize indium phosphide compound semiconductors for their specific applications.

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