The Printed Electronics Market
  • Published Date: Feb-2026
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  • 180 Pages
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  • Report ID: AD1514

The Printed Electronics Market

The Printed Electronics Market is expected to grow from USD 7.86 billion in 2020 to USD 23.0 billion by 2026 at a CAGR of 18.3% from 2020 to 2026.

  • Report Description
  • Table of Content
  • Segmentation
  • Companies

Printed electronics are defined as the electronic devices developed on substrates, such as paper, foil, glass and fabric polymers, utilizing carbon-based compound inks, inkjet printers and flexography, gravure and screen-printing technologies. Few of the commonly used printed electronics are flexible keyboards, wearable devices, electronic skin patches, display units, biosensors, Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells. In comparison to the conventionally used electronics, printed variants are more eco-friendly, flexible, less in weight, cost-effective and have lower power requirements. Substantial growth in the electronic industry across the world is one of the significant factors creating a positive outlook for the printed electronics market. With the rising need for next-generation flexible products, there is an increasing demand for energy-efficient, thin and sustainable consumer electronics. In addition, the extensive adoption of smart and connected devices is creating a thrust to the printed electronics market growth. There is a changing consumer preference for printed electronics in wearable devices, smart packaging solutions, medical devices and smart apparels owing to the favorable sensing, data storage and transmission properties. Furthermore, several innovations, such as the usage of additive manufacturing and screen-printing technologies, are acting as few other growth-inducing factors for printed electronics market. They help in producing fully electromechanical components with improved precision using ultraviolet (UV) curable, plastisol, water and solvent-based inks. In addition to this, printed sensors and panels are also highly used in the cockpits and navigation systems of aircraft and military vehicles, therefore supporting the printed electronics market growth. Moreover, the surging demand for flexible electronics is a key growth driver for the market. In such products, the integrated circuits (ICs) are located on a flexible substrate, such as plastic or metal, which can be bended, rolled, twisted, or wrapped, without affecting the function. Apart from this, the

Furthermore, the printed thin batteries play a prominent role in producing electronic devices used in medical implants and smartcards; they are lightweight, thin and compact to fit in device packages. The existing trend of tracking the usage of prescribed drugs to prevent high medical care costs has resulted in a smart compliance card packaging solution including printed carbon traces (silver inks) and a battery to register the time of medicines taken by patients. It also gives notifications to patients reminding them of their next dosage. These promising innovations undertaken by the market players are projected to create significant growth opportunities for printed electronics in the healthcare industry.

The global Printed Electronics Market is segregated on the basis of Material as Substrates, Plastic, Glass, Paper, Inks, Dielectric Inks and Conductive Inks. Based on Technology the global Printed Electronics Market is segmented in Flexography, Ink-jet Printing, Gravure Printing and Screen Printing. Based on Application the global Printed Electronics Market is segmented in Displays, OLEDS, Sensors and PVs.

The global Printed Electronics Market report provides geographic analysis covering regions, such as Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, and Rest of The World. The Printed Electronics Market for each region is further segmented for major countries including the U.S., Canada, Germany, the U.K., France, Italy, China, India, Japan, Brazil, South Africa, and others.

Competitive Analysis

Agfa-Gevaert, Applied Ink Solutions, BASF, Brightvolt, Cambridge Display Technologies (Cdt) and others are among the major players in the global Printed Electronics Market. The companies studied in terms of product strategy and various n several growth and expansion strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market. The major players not only follow value chain integration with business operations in multiple stages of the value chain.

  • In September 2021, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. introduced its latest monitor, the 24-inch Webcam Monitor S4 (Model Name: S40VA), designed to meet the requirements of hybrid workers. With a built-in webcam, speakers, and microphones, the monitor supports users connect and collaborate with ease.
  • In July 2021, DuPont acquired a leading electromagnetic shielding and thermal management solutions company Laired Performance Materials (China). This acquisition will support the company’s electronic and industrial segments.
  • In April 2021, E Ink Holdings Inc. signed a contract with DATA MODUL (Germany), a leading company for touch, display and embedded monitors, to become a reseller emphasizing on the US and European markets.

The global Printed Electronics Market has been segmented as below:

Printed Electronics Market, By Material

  • Substrates
  • Plastic
  • Glass
  • Paper
  • Inks
  • Dielectric Inks
  • Conductive Inks

Printed Electronics Market, By Technology

  • Flexography
  • Ink-jet Printing
  • Gravure Printing
  • Screen Printing

Printed Electronics Market, By Application

  • Displays
  • OLEDS
  • Sensors
  • PVs

Printed Electronics Market, By Region

  • Europe
  • North America
  • Asia Pacific
  • Rest of The World

Printed Electronics Market, By Company

  • Agfa-Gevaert
  • Applied Ink Solutions
  • BASF
  • Brightvolt
  • Cambridge Display Technologies (Cdt)
  • Dupont
  • E Ink Holdings
  • Enfucell
  • Intrinsiq Materials
  • LG
  • Molex
  • Nissha USA
  • Novacentrix
  • Optomec
  • Palo Alto Research Center (Parc)
  • Printed Electronics Limited
  • Samsung

The report covers the below scope:

  • Global Printed Electronics Market sizes from 2020 to 2026, along with CAGR for 2020-2026
  • Market size comparison for 2019 vs 2026, with actual data for 2019, estimates for 2019 and forecast from 2020 to 2026
  • Global Printed Electronics Market trends, covering comprehensive range of consumer trends & manufacturer trends
  • Value chain analysis covering participants from raw material suppliers to the downstream buyer in the global Printed Electronics Market
  • Major market opportunities and challenges in forecast timeframe to be focused
  • Competitive landscape with analysis on competition pattern, portfolio comparisons, development trends and strategic management
  • Comprehensive company profiles of the key industry players

The years considered for the study are as follows:

  • Base year - 2019
  • Estimated year - 2019
  • Projected year - 2020
  • Forecast period - 2021 to 2026

Report Scope:

The global Printed Electronics Market report scope includes detailed study covering underlying factors influencing the industry trends. The report covers analysis on regional and country level market dynamics. The scope also covers competitive overview providing company market shares along with company profiles for major revenue contributing companies. The report scope includes detailed competitive outlook covering market shares and profiles key participants in the global Printed Electronics Market share. Major industry players with significant revenue share include Agfa-Gevaert, Applied Ink Solutions, BASF, Brightvolt, Cambridge Display Technologies (Cdt) and others.

Why to Buy this Report:

  • Gain detailed insights on the Printed Electronics industry trends
  • Find complete analysis on the market status
  • Identify the Printed Electronics Market opportunities and growth segments
  • Analyse competitive dynamics by evaluating business segments & product portfolios
  • Facilitate strategy planning and industry dynamics to enhance decision making

Target Audience:

  • The report targeted towards the existing players in the industry is as follows:
  • Market Manufacturers/Service Providers
  • Market Wholesale/Traders
  • Investment and Financial Institutions

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1.      Introduction

1.1.       Key Points

1.2.      Report Description

1.3.      Markets Covered

1.4.      Stakeholders

2.     Research Methodology

2.1.      Research Scope

2.2.     Research Methodology

2.2.1.     Market Research Process

2.2.2.    Research Methodology

2.2.2.1.           Secondary Research

2.2.2.2.          Primary Research

2.2.2.3.          Models for Estimation

2.3.     Market Size Estimation

2.3.1.     Bottom-Up Approach

2.3.2.    Top-Down Approach

3.     Executive Summary

4.    Market Overview

4.1.      Introduction

4.2.     Drivers

4.3.     Restraints

4.4.     Opportunities

4.5.     Challenges

5.     Printed Electronics Market, By Material

5.1.      Key Points

5.2.  Substrates

5.3.  Plastic

5.4.  Glass

5.5.  Paper

5.6.  Inks

5.7.  Dielectric Inks

5.8. Conductive Inks

6.    Printed Electronics Market, By Technology

6.1.      Key Points

6.2. Flexography

6.3. Ink-jet Printing

6.4. Gravure Printing

6.5.  Screen Printing

7.     Printed Electronics Market, By Application

7.1.      Key Points

7.2.  Displays

7.3.  OLEDS

7.4.  Sensors

7.5.  PVs

8.    Competitive Landscape

8.1.      Introduction

8.2.     Start-up companies- Printed Electronics Market

8.3.     Recent Developments

8.3.1.     Mergers & Acquisitions

8.3.2.    New Product Developments

8.3.3.    Portfolio/Production Capacity Expansions

8.3.4.    Joint Ventures, Collaborations, Partnerships & Agreements

8.3.5.    Others

9.    Company Profile

9.1.  Agfa-Gevaert

9.2. Applied Ink Solutions

9.3. BASF

9.4. Brightvolt

9.5.  Cambridge Display Technologies (Cdt)

9.6. Dupont

9.7.  E Ink Holdings

9.8. Enfucell

9.9. Intrinsiq Materials

9.10.    LG

9.11.      Molex

9.12.    Nissha USA

9.13.     Novacentrix

9.14.    Optomec

9.15.     Palo Alto Research Center (Parc)

9.16.    Printed Electronics Limited

9.17.     Samsung


Printed Electronics Market, By Material

  • Substrates
  • Plastic
  • Glass
  • Paper
  • Inks
  • Dielectric Inks
  • Conductive Inks

Printed Electronics Market, By Technology

  • Flexography
  • Ink-jet Printing
  • Gravure Printing
  • Screen Printing

Printed Electronics Market, By Application

  • Displays
  • OLEDS
  • Sensors
  • PVs

Printed Electronics Market, By Company

  • Agfa-Gevaert
  • Applied Ink Solutions
  • BASF
  • Brightvolt
  • Cambridge Display Technologies (Cdt)
  • Dupont
  • E Ink Holdings
  • Enfucell
  • Intrinsiq Materials
  • LG
  • Molex
  • Nissha USA
  • Novacentrix
  • Optomec
  • Palo Alto Research Center (Parc)
  • Printed Electronics Limited
  • Samsung

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