Injection Molding Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Material (Plastics, Metal, Others), By Application (Packaging, Consumables & Electronics, Automotive & Transportation), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Injection Molding Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Material (Plastics, Metal, Others), By Application (Packaging, Consumables & Electronics, Automotive & Transportation), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Injection Molding Market Growth & Trends

The global injection molding market size is expected to reach USD 397.08 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The increasing usage of injection molding in packaging industry is driving the market growth as it allows the production of plastic packaging products for a variety of applications and in a variety of forms. It can be utilized to manufacture food & beverage containers, body care packaging products, and household chemical packages.

Moreover, injection molding technique solves problems related to barrier protection, as well as tackles issues related to product handling, visibility, salability, and aesthetics. In addition, due to the ability of injection molding to produce high-quality, complex shapes with precise dimensions, it has become indispensable for manufacturers seeking innovative packaging solutions that meet the rigorous demands of functionality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. For instance, companies like Procter & Gamble and Unilever have leveraged injection molding to create robust and intricate packaging components for their consumer goods.

The technological advancements in the market have enabled the production of eco-friendly packaging by utilizing biodegradable plastics, thus aligning with the growing consumer demand for sustainable products. This widespread adoption underscores injection molding's pivotal role in transforming the packaging and medical equipment industry, offering an unmatched blend of design flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and environmental consciousness.

In automotive and transportation industry, to reduce the weight of the vehicles, automotive manufacturers have started adopting injection molding parts made of plastics. These plastic parts not only reduce the overall weight of automobiles but also give aesthetically better configurations. Similarly, in the consumables & electronics industry, the components made out of injection molding are used to manufacture smartphones, tablets, laptops, connectors, and sensor covers.

For instance, according to the data published by the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, the Asia Pacific witnessed a growth of 10.0% in vehicle production in 2023, as compared to 2022, and the region’s automotive production reached 55.1 million units in 2023. Hence, with the growing automotive and electronics industry the demand for injection molding is anticipated to grow over the forecast period.

C&J INDUSTRIES, HTI Plastics, The Rondon Group, EVCO Plastics, and Major Plastics, Inc. are major players in the market. Strategies adopted by these companies usually include expansion of their market reach by undertaking partnerships & collaborations, mergers & acquisitions, and new service launches.

In October 2023, the C&J company acquired a 53,000-square-foot building and its associated property in Meadville, PA. This acquisition will expand the company's total footprint from 162,000 to 215,000 square feet. This expansion is likely to help the company to expand its operations and market reach in the U.S.

Injection Molding Market Report Highlights

• Based on material, the plastics segment dominated the market in 2023, accounting for 98.3% of the total revenue share. Plastics are used in packaging, automotive and transportation, consumables and electronics, medical, and the building and construction sectors to produce components that are lighter in weight, corrosive and chemical resistant, and complex in shape
• The metal segment is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Metal injection molding (MIM) is suitable for manufacturing intricate, small, and precision metal components required by the medical, automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods industries. The ability of the metal injection molding machines to lower the inventory costs, workforce, and raw material makes it a cost-effective option compared to the conventional fabrication methods
• Based on application, the packaging segment dominated the market in 2023. Increasing demand for packaging in consumer goods and food & beverage industries results in high competition for manufacturers, creating a need to have product differentiation with attractive packaging, which results in a high growth rate for complex, high-quality packaging products
• The medical segment is expected to witness the highest growth over the forecast period, due to the high demand for medical devices, disposables, drug delivery equipment, and orthopedics is likely to remain high over the forecast period. The aforementioned medical equipment & disposables are manufactured using injection molding. Hence, with the rising healthcare spending the demand for injection molding is anticipated to grow over the forecast period
• In January 2024, Proto Labs company rebranded its Protolabs Network Services to leverage global manufacturing partners for extended capabilities and pricing options. This rebranding exercise is undertaken to establish a unified customer experience under one single brand, thereby improving the company’s presence in the market

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