Global Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market size was valued at US$ 218 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 1393 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 30.6% during review period.

Direct-to-Shape (DTS) printers are specialized printing devices capable of directly applying graphics, text, or images onto three-dimensional objects with various shapes and surfaces. These printers eliminate the need for labels or stickers, offering a direct and efficient way to customize products. DTS printing technology is versatile, allowing for high-resolution printing on a wide range of surfaces, including curved, uneven, or textured surfaces.

Market Drivers for Direct-to-Shape (DTS) Printers:

Customization Trend: Increasing demand for personalized and customized products across industries is driving the adoption of DTS printers.

Efficiency and Speed: DTS printers offer quick and efficient printing directly on products, enabling faster turnaround times and production processes.

Versatility: The ability to print on various surfaces and shapes makes DTS printers versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications in different industries.

Cost-Effectiveness: DTS printing eliminates the need for additional labeling processes, reducing costs associated with labeling materials and labor.

On-Demand Printing: The on-demand nature of DTS printing allows for quick customization and personalization of products, catering to changing market demands.

Market Challenges for Direct-to-Shape (DTS) Printers:

Surface Compatibility: Ensuring compatibility with a wide variety of surfaces, textures, and materials can be a challenge for DTS printers to achieve consistent print quality.

Color Matching and Image Quality: Maintaining color accuracy and image quality across different substrates and surfaces can be challenging, especially for complex designs.

Technological Limitations: Advancements in DTS printing technology are necessary to meet evolving customer expectations for higher print resolutions, faster speeds, and broader material compatibility.

Cost of Implementation: Initial investment costs for DTS printers and associated technology can be significant, especially for small and medium-sized businesses.

Regulatory Compliance: Meeting regulatory requirements related to labeling and product information while using DTS printing technology can pose challenges for businesses in regulated industries.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (K US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (K US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and average selling prices (K US$/Unit), 2020-2031

Global Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Units), and ASP (K US$/Unit), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Direct Color Systems (DCS), Jetron Makine, Hinterkopf, Velox, Labelsaver, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Customized
Customized

Market segment by Application
Food and Beverage
Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
Industrial
Others

Major players covered
Direct Color Systems (DCS)
Jetron Makine
Hinterkopf
Velox
Labelsaver

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer.

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Direct-to-shape (DTS) Printer sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.