PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1478557
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 1478557
The global oxygen-free copper market size is projected to grow from USD 30.9 billion in 2024 to USD 40.4 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period.
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Years Considered for the Study | 2022-2029 |
Base Year | 2023 |
Forecast Period | 2024-2029 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Million/USD Billion) and Volume (Kiloton) |
Segments | Grade, Product Form, End-use Industry, and Region |
Regions covered | North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
The oxygen-free copper market is projected to grow considerably owing to the growing electronics & electrical and automotive industries globally. The increasing demand for high-quality materials in the aerospace, transportation, and defense industries along with the development of the electronics market in the economies like China, Brazil, and India has driven the growth in the market.
"By Grade, Cu-OF accounts for major market share."
Cu-OF (Copper Oxygen-Free) dominates the oxygen-free copper market due to its purity of 99.95% and excellent electrical conductivity. Widely used in electronics, telecommunications, and automotive sectors, Cu-OF's superior properties make it the preferred choice over Cu-OFE, driving its larger market share.
"By Product Form, Wires segment to account for major market share."
In 2023, the wire segment dominated the oxygen-free copper market in both value and volume. Throughout the forecast period, this segment is expected to maintain its leading position. Oxygen-free copper wires are primarily used in high-end audio and video systems, as well as for custom oxygen-free copper wiring assemblies. They are utilized in speaker wires, audio/video cables, assemblies, and amplifier wires. Compared to standard copper wires, oxygen-free copper wires offer benefits such as enhanced conductivity and the capability to transmit low-frequency sounds more effectively.
"By End Use Industry, the Automotive segment accounts for the highest CAGR during the forecast period."
The automotive segment is the fastest-growing segment in the oxygen-free copper market due to several key factors. With the global shift towards electric and hybrid vehicles, there's an increasing demand for high-performance materials like oxygen-free copper in automotive applications. Oxygen-free copper's superior electrical conductivity makes it essential for battery components, wiring harnesses, and electrical systems in Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs). Additionally, advancements in automotive electronics and the growing complexity of vehicle electrical systems further drive the demand for oxygen-free copper. As automotive manufacturers continue to prioritize efficiency, performance, and sustainability, the use of oxygen-free copper is expected to expand rapidly in this sector, making it the fastest-growing segment in the oxygen-free copper market.
"By region, Asia Pacific oxygen-free copper market to dominate the market during the forecast period."
Asia Pacific dominates the oxygen-free copper market as the largest consumer, driven by the electronics & electrical, and automotive sectors, among others. Key countries like Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan, India, and Singapore serve as primary hubs for the manufacturing and sale of electrical & electronic goods, which are significant users of oxygen-free copper. The region is also experiencing a growing preference for Electric Vehicles (EVs), including Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs). China stands out as a major market due to its high production and consumption of electrical & electronic goods. Japan, known for its technological advancements, is also a notable market for this copper grade. Both China and India have emerged as key manufacturing centers for electronics, electrical, and automotive products. Furthermore, the expanding e-commerce industry in the Asia Pacific is boosting the demand for electronic goods. With cost advantages like cheap labor and abundant raw materials, the region attracts foreign investments, particularly in manufacturing. Overall, the increasing demand from Asia Pacific is poised to drive the oxygen-free copper market.
By Company: Tier1: 40%, Tier 2: 25%, Tier3: 4: 35%
By Designation: C-Level: 35%, Director Level: 30%, Others: 35%
By Region: North America: 25%, Europe: 20%, Asia Pacific: 45%, South America: 5%, and Middle East & Africa: 5%.
KGHM Polska Miedz SA (Poland), Proterial Metals, Ltd. (Japan), Mitsubishi Materials Corporation (Japan), Metrod Holdings Berhad (Malaysia), Aviva Metals (US), Aurubis AG (Germany), Copper Braid Products (UK), KME Germany GmbH (Germany), Sam Dong (South Korea), and others are covered in the oxygen free copper market.
Research Coverage
The market study covers the oxygen free copper market across various segments. It aims at estimating the market size and the growth potential of this market across different segments based on grade, product form, end-use industry, and region. The study also includes an in-depth competitive analysis of key players in the market, their company profiles, key observations related to their products and business offerings, recent developments undertaken by them, and key growth strategies adopted by them to improve their position in the oxygen-free copper market.
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