Piezoelectric Ceramics Market
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The global piezoelectric ceramics market size was valued at USD 1.8 billion in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of over 6.8% CAGR from 2025 to 2034.
Electronics piezoelectric ceramics are manufactured for a variety of devices including sensors, actuators, and transducers such as those used in smartphones, wearables, and IoT devices. The quick growth of the market has led to the increase in demand for piezoelectric ceramics. There is now a large need for ultrasound transducers, imaging machinery, and even surgically operated devices due to an increase in development of medical technology.
| Report Attribute | Details |
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| Base Year: | 2024 |
| Piezoelectric Ceramics Market size in 2024: | USD 1.8 Billion |
| Forecast Period: | 2025 to 2034 |
| Forecast Period 2023 - 2032 CAGR: | 6.8 |
| 2023 Value Projection: | USD 3.6 Billion |
| Historical Data for: | 2021 – 2024 |
| No of Pages: | 200 |
| Tables, Charts & Figures: | 172 |
| Segments Covered: | Type, Application, End Use and Region |
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In addition, piezoelectric ceramics are now being used in the automotive industry in airbag sensors, fuel injectors, and engine control modules. Furthermore, there is an increasing demand for electric and self-driving vehicles which puts enormous pressure on the requirement for these devices.
The abundance of materials with adequate piezoelectric properties is low and may negatively influence the development of those ceramics or the enhancement of some applications. Consistent and dependable piezoelectric performance is usually absent due to the high volume production of materials because the composition and processing differ, which is most suitable for the application.
Growth in the electronics sector concurrently increases the need for piezoelectric materials which in turn results in growing demand for piezoelectric ceramics. The ceramic elements are critical for the transducers and energy harvesting devices indispensable in advanced electronic systems. These materials are also used for construction of sensors and actuators and other electronic components.
Moreover, the growth of the automobile sector also favors the growth of the market since piezoelectric ceramics are used in automotive sensors and fuel injectors and others. There is increased demand for advanced materials such as piezoelectric ceramics due to high demand for new efficient high-performance automotive systems.
Additionally, the aerospace industry is also a major source of demand for piezoelectric ceramics. These materials are very important for actuators and sensors in aircraft systems because these components need to work with a high degree of precision and reliability. Continual advances in aerospace technology is promising for UAS and aircraft automation which increases the need for these advanced materials.
Simultaneously, advancement of technological processes is lowering the unit costs as well as increasing the output. New techniques: microwave assisted, high pressure sintering are speedier and efficient, energy consumption is vastly reduced. Automation of production line processes enhances precision and minimizes the chances of accidents. These trends compel the manufacturers to provide durable ceramics for inexpensive pharmaceuticals, automobiles, consumer electronics and medical devices which increase maintenance cost but provide more reliability.
Single crystal piezoelectric ceramics market segment will capture USD 2.2 billion by 2034. Lead zirconate titanate (PZT) ceramics still dominate the market due to its good piezoelectric properties and usage in actuators, sensors, and transducer. Non-environment friendly piezoelectric ceramics have lower usage, but nevertheless, there is a growing demand for them because they do not pose a barrier to performance.
Single crystal piezoelectric ceramics are gaining much interest because of being high in efficiency and performance at low frequencies in specialized areas such as aerospace and medical imaging. Polymers are also being developed into piezoelectric ceramics for low power consuming applications, particularly in energy harvesting systems and wearable devices. These materials are light, flexible, and can be easily shaped into different forms which is very desirable for new technologies in healthcare and automotive industries.
Electronics and semiconductor segment held a 33.5% piezoelectric ceramics market share in 2024. Rotary sensors and actuators are visualized to continue growing together with the integration of the piezoelectric ceramics among devices. The propulsion systems in cars and other means of transportation include, among other things, piezoelectric sensors, actuators and energy harvesting devices increasing the demand of these materials.
There is a growing use of piezoelectric ceramics in health care and medical diagnostic imaging, as well as therapeutic medical equipment. The increasing need for precise engineering and automation is also supported by the use of these ceramics in Industrial machinery and robotics. The consumer haptic enabled electronic devices are also equipped with these piezoelectric devices for better user experience.
The U.S. piezoelectric ceramics market was valued at USD 417.5 million. In electronics, there is an increasing adoption of piezoelectric ceramics in sensors, actuators, and MEMS due to the growing need for precision and compact size. The automotive industry is also increasingly incorporating piezoelectric materials for sensor applications such as active safety systems and energy harvesting technologies.
In healthcare, ultrasound devices and other diagnostic and therapeutic equipment are being developed and produced that employ piezoelectric ceramics ultrasound transducers. There is a significant shift towards the desire for more effective, efficient, and non-invasive devices. Additionally, the aerospace and defense sectors are applying piezoelectric ceramics for use in vibration control and structural health monitoring systems. There is an increased focus on non-lead piezoelectric materials which complies with the government regulations and sustainability targets.
Companies include ‘Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.’ stands out due to high-quality components offered for sensors, actuators and resonators. They are well positioned in the electronics and automotive industries because of their emphasis on miniaturization and advanced materials. TDK Corporation has achieved basic progress in innovations of piezoelectric ceramics in sensors and actuators, as well as in industrial automation, automobiles and consumer electronics.
They actively promote the invention of ecological and lead-free piezoelectric materials. Advanced piezoelectric ceramics manufactured by Kyocera Corporation are used widely in healthcare devices, automotive industry, and precision machinery. APC International Ltd. has a well-established niche market of specialized engineering piezoelectric ceramic products containing high-performance actuators and sensors applied in medical, aerospace and industrial devices.
Major players operating in the piezoelectric ceramics industry are:
In April 2023: CTS Corporation has purchased maglab AG, a Swiss company specialized in electric vehicle sensors. It has improved its positions in electric vehicle sensors and increased the requirement for modern piezoelectric ceramics for automotive applications.
In March 2023: PI Ceramic started the production of piezoceramic sensors and ultrasonic components for smart metering applications, including air bubble detection and flow metering, suitable for industrial and medical purposes.
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The electronics and semiconductor segment held a 33.5% market share in 2024, amounting to USD 611.7 million, and is projected to grow at a 6.5% CAGR from 2025 to 2034, driven by the integration of piezoelectric ceramics into devices like sensors and actuators.
Major players in the industry include APC International, Ltd., CeramTec GmbH, CTS Corporation, Johnson Matthey, Kyocera Corporation, Morgan Advanced Materials, and Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
The U.S. market is projected to achieve USD 812.1 million by 2034, driven by a CAGR of 6.4% from 2025 to 2034, with significant adoption in electronics and automotive sectors.
The global market size for piezoelectric ceramics was valued at USD 1.8 billion in 2024 and is estimated to reach USD 3.6 billion by 2034, driven by a CAGR of over 6.8% from 2025 to 2034.