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Ultra-Thin Glass Market Size

  • Report ID: GMI4798
  • Published Date: Dec 2024
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Ultra-Thin Glass Market Size

The global ultra-thin glass market held a size of USD 16.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to expand to over 7.9% CAGR from 2025 to 2034.

 

The ultra-thin glass industry has shown significant growth in recent years, driven by increasing demand across various industries. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the total value of flat glass products sold in the United States in 2021 was approximately USD 7.5 billion. While specific data on ultra-thin glass is not separately reported, the overall trend in the glass industry indicates a shift towards more advanced and specialized products.
 

The U.S. Department of Energy's Building Technologies Office reported that in 2021, research and development efforts in energy-efficient building materials, including ultra-thin glass applications, received funding of over USD100 million. This investment underscores the growing importance of ultra-thin glass in energy-efficient construction and solar energy applications. Furthermore, the U.S. International Trade Commission reported that imports of flat glass products, including ultra-thin varieties, increased by 15% in 2021 compared to the previous year, reflecting the rising global demand for these materials in industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, and renewable energy.

Authors: Kiran Pulidindi , Kunal Ahuja

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The global market size for ultra-thin glass was valued at USD 16.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 35.2 billion by 2034, driven by a CAGR of over 7.9% from 2025 to 2034.

The 0.1 to 0.5 mm thickness segment in the market held a value of over USD 10.4 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 7.7% during the forecast period, driven by its applications in consumer electronics, automotive, and energy sectors.

The China market was valued at USD 4.1 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.8% from 2025 to 2034, driven by increasing demand for consumer electronics, automotive applications, and solar energy solutions.

Major players in the ultra-thin glass industry include AGC Inc., Central Glass Co. Ltd., Changzhou Almaden Co. Ltd., Corning Inc., CSG Holdings Co. Ltd., Emerge Glass, Lyuyang Glass Co. Ltd., Nippon Sheet Glass Co., Ltd., Noval Glass Co. Ltd., Schott AG, Taiwan Glass Ind, and Xinyi Glass Holdings Ltd.

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  • Base Year: 2024
  • Companies covered: 12
  • Tables & Figures: 165
  • Countries covered: 18
  • Pages: 235
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