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半導體前驅體市場至2030年的預測:按類型、沉積技術、應用、最終用戶和地區分類的全球分析

Semiconductor Precursor Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Type (High-K Precursors, Metal Precursors, Silicon Precursors, Dielectric Precursors and Other Types), Deposition Technique, Application, End User and By Geography

出版日期: | 出版商: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | 英文 200+ Pages | 商品交期: 2-3個工作天內

價格

根據Stratistics MRC預測,2024年全球半導體前驅體市場規模將達25億美元,預計在預測期內年複合成長率為12.8%,到2030年將達到53億美元。

半導體前驅物是在半導體裝置製造中用作構建塊的化合物或材料。這些前驅體在化學氣相沉積(CVD)、原子層沉積(ALD)和外延生長等製程中發揮關鍵作用,以形成半導體材料薄膜。半導體前驅體的主要功能是為沉積半導體、絕緣體和導電材料層提供原料。

對先進電子產品的需求不斷成長

智慧型手機、筆記型電腦、穿戴式裝置和智慧家庭等先進電子設備對高性能半導體的需求不斷增加,並且由於化學氣相沉積和原子層沉積等精密沉積過程,需要更複雜的前驅體。對更高效率、耐用性和小型化的半導體的需求推動製造商使用高純度前驅體來生產均勻且無缺陷的薄膜,並且對專用前驅體材料的需求日益增加。

複雜的製造程序

先進的化學氣相沉澱和原子層沉澱需要高精度和控制,導致半導體前驅體的製造成本增加。這種經濟負擔限制了小型製造商的擴充性並增加了設備的總體成本。此外,進行的研發(R&D)工作是資源密集且財務要求高,這可能會轉移其他業務領域的資源並減緩市場成長。

半導體製造的進步

EUV 微影和 3D 堆疊等半導體製造的進步需要高度專業化的前驅材料來保證精度和品質。這增加了對新的和改進的前驅材料的需求,促進了市場的成長。此外,由於功率元件和高頻應用需要新的前驅化合物,例如碳化矽和氮化鎵,製造商進行研發投資來開發這些化合物,增加前體市場的擴張和多樣化。

嚴格的法規環境

半導體製造技術的快速進步需要持續的研究和開發,以開發能夠承受先進沉澱和蝕刻技術的新前驅材料。這些創新需求推高了前驅體製造商的成本,迫使他們大力投資新配方,以滿足極紫外線(EUV)微影術和原子層沉積(ALD)等製程的苛刻要求。中小企業可能尤其難以應對這些研發要求,這可能會限制市場競爭。

COVID-19 的影響

COVID-19 的爆發導致供應鏈中斷、產能下降和物流挑戰,擾亂了半導體前驅體市場。停工和限制影響了前驅材料的生產和運輸,導致短缺和延誤。遠距工作和數位依賴導致電子產品需求激增,而疫情造成的供應限制導致價格上漲和半導體前驅體市場復甦緩慢。

金屬前驅細分市場預計將在預測期內成為最大的

預計金屬前驅細分市場在預測期內將佔據最大的市場佔有率。對高純度前驅物的需求推動半導體前驅物市場的成長,要求製造商投資於專門的精製和合成技術。鈦、鎢、銅、鈷和鉑等金屬用於化學沉澱(CVD)、原子層沉澱(ALD)和原子層蝕刻(ALE)等製程。半導體製造需要超高純度的金屬前驅體以確保最終產品的品質和性能。

預計快閃記憶體裝置領域在預測期內年複合成長率最高

由於NAND快閃記憶體和DRAM等快閃元件對於智慧型手機、筆記型電腦、SSD、資料中心等各種應用非常重要,因此預計快閃記憶體元件領域將在預測期內實現良好成長。隨著高性能元件需求的增加,半導體製造的需求增加,帶動了對矽晶圓、光阻劑、摻雜劑和金屬前驅體等前驅物材料的需求。快閃記憶體產量的成長將直接推動半導體前驅體市場。

佔比最大的地區:

在預測期內,由於半導體晶片需求激增,預計北美地區將佔據最大的市場佔有率。現代電動車和自動駕駛汽車需要大量半導體來進行電源管理、感測器系統和連接。隨著這些晶片產量的增加,將需要使用各種半導體前體,包括先進的電介質、金屬和氣體。由永續性目標和零排放汽車推動推動的汽車產業成長對於北美半導體前驅體市場非常重要。

年複合成長率最高的地區:

由於智慧型手機、平板電腦、筆記型電腦、穿戴式裝置和消費性電子產品的生產和消費不斷增加,對高性能半導體的需求不斷增加,預計亞太地區將在預測期內實現最高的年複合成長率。這增加了對各種半導體前驅物的需求,包括金屬、化學品和氣體,這些對於製造為這些設備供電的晶片非常重要。

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目錄

第1章 執行摘要

第2章 前言

  • 概述
  • 相關利益者
  • 調查範圍
  • 調查方法
    • 資料探勘
    • 資料分析
    • 資料檢驗
    • 研究途徑
  • 研究資訊來源
    • 主要研究資訊來源
    • 二次研究資訊來源
    • 先決條件

第3章 市場趨勢分析

  • 促進要素
  • 抑制因素
  • 機會
  • 威脅
  • 應用分析
  • 最終用戶分析
  • 新興市場
  • COVID-19 的影響

第4章 波特五力分析

  • 供應商的議價能力
  • 買方議價能力
  • 替代品的威脅
  • 新進入者的威脅
  • 競爭公司之間的敵對關係

第5章 全球半導體前驅體材料市場:依類型

  • 高K前驅體
    • 鉿前驅體
    • 鋯前驅體
  • 金屬前驅體
  • 矽前驅體
    • 三甲矽烷基胺(TSA)
    • 二氯矽烷(DCS)
    • 矽烷
  • 介電前驅體
    • 氧化矽前驅體
    • 氮化矽前驅體
  • 其他類型

第6章 全球半導體前驅體材料市場:依沉積技術分類

  • 化學蒸氣
  • 原子層
  • 物理蒸氣
  • 其他沉積技術

第7章 全球半導體前驅體材料市場:依應用分類

  • 微處理器和數位訊號處理器(DSP)
  • 快閃記憶體裝置
  • 功率元件
  • 類比設備
  • 射頻和通訊設備
  • 光電裝置
  • 其他用途

第8章 全球半導體前驅材料市場:依最終使用者分類

  • 整合設備製造商
  • 鑄件
  • 記憶體製造商
  • 無晶圓廠半導體公司
  • 其他最終用戶

第9章 全球半導體前驅體材料市場:依地區

  • 北美洲
    • 美國
    • 加拿大
    • 墨西哥
  • 歐洲
    • 德國
    • 英國
    • 義大利
    • 法國
    • 西班牙
    • 其他歐洲國家
  • 亞太地區
    • 日本
    • 中國
    • 印度
    • 澳洲
    • 紐西蘭
    • 韓國
    • 其他亞太地區
  • 南美洲
    • 阿根廷
    • 巴西
    • 智利
    • 南美洲其他地區
  • 中東、非洲
    • 沙烏地阿拉伯
    • 阿拉伯聯合大公國
    • 卡達
    • 南非
    • 其他中東和非洲

第10章 主要進展

  • 合約、夥伴關係、協作和合資企業
  • 收購和合併
  • 新產品發布
  • 業務拓展
  • 其他關鍵策略

第11章 公司概況

  • ADEKA
  • AFC indusutries Inc
  • AG Semiconductor
  • Air Liquide
  • Air Product & Chemicals INC
  • DuPont
  • Dynamic Network Factory Inc
  • Hansol Chemical
  • Intel Corporation
  • Linde Plc
  • Merck Group
  • Nanmat
  • Sigma-Aldrich
  • SK Materials
  • SoulBrain Co Ltd
  • TANAKA Precious Metals
  • Versum Materials
Product Code: SMRC28115

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Semiconductor Precursor Market is accounted for $2.5 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $5.3 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 12.8% during the forecast period. A semiconductor precursor is a chemical compound or material used as a building block in the fabrication of semiconductor devices. These precursors play a crucial role in the processes such as chemical vapour deposition (CVD), atomic layer deposition (ALD), and epitaxy, where thin films of semiconductor materials are created. The primary function of semiconductor precursors is to provide the source material for depositing layers of semiconducting, insulating, or conducting materials.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Growing demand for advanced electronics

The demand for high-performance semiconductors in advanced electronic devices like smart phones, laptops, wearable's, and smart homes is increasing, necessitating more sophisticated precursors for precise deposition processes like chemical vapor deposition and atomic layer deposition. This demand for semiconductors with greater efficiency, durability, and reduced size is driving manufacturers to use high-purity precursors for uniformity and defect-free thin films, increasing market demand for specialized precursor materials.

Restraint:

Complex manufacturing processes

Advanced chemical vapor deposition and atomic layer deposition require high precision and control, leading to increased production costs for semiconductor precursors. This financial burden can limit the scalability of smaller manufacturers and increase overall device costs. Additionally, continuous research and development (R&D) efforts are resource-intensive and can be financially demanding, potentially diverting resources from other operational areas and slowing market growth.

Opportunity:

Advancements in semiconductor fabrication

Advancements in semiconductor fabrication, such as EUV lithography and 3D stacking, demand highly specialized precursor materials for precision and quality. This drives demand for new and improved precursor materials, contributing to market growth. Moreover, the need for novel precursor compounds, such as silicon carbide and gallium nitride, for power devices and high-frequency applications drives manufacturers to invest in R&D to develop these compounds, driving the expansion and diversification of the precursor market.

Threat:

Stringent regulatory environment

The rapid technological advancements in semiconductor fabrication necessitate ongoing R&D to develop new precursor materials that can endure advanced deposition and etching techniques. This demand for innovation increases costs for precursor manufacturers, must invest significantly in new formulations to meet the rigorous requirements of processes like extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography and atomic layer deposition (ALD). Smaller companies may particularly struggle with these R&D demands, potentially limiting competition in the market.

Covid-19 Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the semiconductor precursor market through supply chain interruptions, reduced production capacity, and logistical challenges. Lockdowns and restrictions impacted the manufacturing and transportation of precursor materials, leading to shortages and delays. While demand for electronics surged due to remote work and digital reliance, the pandemic-induced supply constraints led to increased prices and a slower recovery for the semiconductor precursor market.

The metal precursors segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The metal precursors segment is projected to account for the largest market share during the projection period owing to the need for high-purity precursors has driven the growth of the semiconductor precursor market, as manufacturers must invest in specialized purification and synthesis techniques. Metals such as titanium, tungsten, copper, cobalt, and platinum are used for processes like chemical vapour deposition (CVD), atomic layer deposition (ALD), and atomic layer etching (ALE). Semiconductor fabrication requires ultra-high purity metal precursors to ensure the quality and performance of the final products.

The flash memory devices segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The flash memory devices segment is expected to register lucrative growth during the estimation period as flash memory devices, such as NAND flash and DRAM, are crucial for various applications, including smartphones, laptops, SSDs, and data centers. As demand for high-performance devices increases, semiconductor manufacturing needs increase, driving demand for precursor materials like silicon wafers, photoresists, dopants, and metal precursors. This growth in flash memory production directly boosts the semiconductor precursor market.

Region with largest share:

During the projected timeframe, the North America region is expected to hold the largest market share owing to surge in demand for semiconductor chips. Modern EVs and autonomous vehicles require a significant number of semiconductors for power management, sensor systems, and connectivity. The increased production of these chips necessitates the use of a wide range of semiconductor precursors, including advanced dielectrics, metals, and gases. This growth in the automotive sector, driven by sustainability goals and the push for zero-emission vehicles, has become pivotal for the semiconductor precursor market in North America.

Region with highest CAGR:

The Asia Pacific region is projected to achieve the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to the continuous growth in the production and consumption of smartphones, tablets, laptops, wearable devices, and home appliances fuels the demand for high-performance semiconductors. This, in turn, drives the need for a variety of semiconductor precursors, such as metals, chemicals, and gases, essential for the fabrication of chips that power these devices.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Semiconductor Precursor market include ADEKA, AFC indusutries Inc, AG Semiconductor, Air Liquide, Air Product & Chemicals INC, DuPont, Dynamic Network Factory Inc, Hansol Chemical, Intel Corporation, Linde Plc, Merck Group, Nanmat, Sigma-Aldrich, SK Materials, SoulBrain Co Ltd, TANAKA Precious Metals and Versum Materials.

Key Developments:

In November 2024, Air Liquide announces a renewable hydrogen production project at La Mede. In the context of a long-term contract, Air Liquide will cover the hydrogen needs of TotalEnergie's biorefinery. This project will contribute to the emergence of a new renewable hydrogen ecosystem major industrial basin for Air Liquide in France.

In October 2024, Intel Corp. and AMD announced the creation of an x86 ecosystem advisory group bringing together technology leaders to shape the future of the world's most widely used computing architecture. X86 is uniquely positioned to meet customers' emerging needs

Types Covered:

  • High-K Precursors
  • Metal Precursors
  • Silicon Precursors
  • Dielectric Precursors
  • Other Types

Deposition Techniques Covered:

  • Chemical Vapor
  • Atomic Layer
  • Physical Vapor
  • Other Deposition Techniques

Applications Covered:

  • Microprocessors & Digital Signal Processors (DSPs)
  • Flash Memory Devices
  • Power Devices
  • Analog Devices
  • RF & Communication Devices
  • Optoelectronic Devices
  • Other Applications

End Users Covered:

  • Integrated Device Manufacturers
  • Foundries
  • Memory Manufacturers
  • Fabless Semiconductor Companies
  • Other End Users

Regions Covered:

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • Italy
    • France
    • Spain
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Rest of South America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

  • Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
  • Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
  • Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
  • Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
  • Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
  • Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
  • Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
  • Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Free Customization Offerings:

All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:

  • Company Profiling
    • Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
    • SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
  • Regional Segmentation
    • Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
  • Competitive Benchmarking
    • Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances

Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

  • 2.1 Abstract
  • 2.2 Stake Holders
  • 2.3 Research Scope
  • 2.4 Research Methodology
    • 2.4.1 Data Mining
    • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
    • 2.4.3 Data Validation
    • 2.4.4 Research Approach
  • 2.5 Research Sources
    • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
    • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
    • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Drivers
  • 3.3 Restraints
  • 3.4 Opportunities
  • 3.5 Threats
  • 3.6 Application Analysis
  • 3.7 End User Analysis
  • 3.8 Emerging Markets
  • 3.9 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

  • 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
  • 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
  • 4.3 Threat of substitutes
  • 4.4 Threat of new entrants
  • 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market, By Type

  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 High-K Precursors
    • 5.2.1 Hafnium-based Precursors
    • 5.2.2 Zirconium-based Precursors
  • 5.3 Metal Precursors
    • 5.3.1 Copper
    • 5.3.2 Aluminum
    • 5.3.3 Cobalt
  • 5.4 Silicon Precursors
    • 5.4.1 Trisilylamine (TSA)
    • 5.4.2 Dichlorosilane (DCS)
    • 5.4.3 Silane
  • 5.5 Dielectric Precursors
    • 5.5.1 Silicon Oxide Precursors
    • 5.5.2 Silicon Nitride Precursors
  • 5.6 Other Types

6 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market, By Deposition Technique

  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Chemical Vapor
  • 6.3 Atomic Layer
  • 6.4 Physical Vapor
  • 6.5 Other Deposition Techniques

7 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market, By Application

  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 Microprocessors & Digital Signal Processors (DSPs)
  • 7.3 Flash Memory Devices
  • 7.4 Power Devices
  • 7.5 Analog Devices
  • 7.6 RF & Communication Devices
  • 7.7 Optoelectronic Devices
  • 7.8 Other Applications

8 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market, By End User

  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 Integrated Device Manufacturers
  • 8.3 Foundries
  • 8.4 Memory Manufacturers
  • 8.5 Fabless Semiconductor Companies
  • 8.6 Other End Users

9 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market, By Geography

  • 9.1 Introduction
  • 9.2 North America
    • 9.2.1 US
    • 9.2.2 Canada
    • 9.2.3 Mexico
  • 9.3 Europe
    • 9.3.1 Germany
    • 9.3.2 UK
    • 9.3.3 Italy
    • 9.3.4 France
    • 9.3.5 Spain
    • 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
  • 9.4 Asia Pacific
    • 9.4.1 Japan
    • 9.4.2 China
    • 9.4.3 India
    • 9.4.4 Australia
    • 9.4.5 New Zealand
    • 9.4.6 South Korea
    • 9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
  • 9.5 South America
    • 9.5.1 Argentina
    • 9.5.2 Brazil
    • 9.5.3 Chile
    • 9.5.4 Rest of South America
  • 9.6 Middle East & Africa
    • 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 9.6.2 UAE
    • 9.6.3 Qatar
    • 9.6.4 South Africa
    • 9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

10 Key Developments

  • 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
  • 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
  • 10.3 New Product Launch
  • 10.4 Expansions
  • 10.5 Other Key Strategies

11 Company Profiling

  • 11.1 ADEKA
  • 11.2 AFC indusutries Inc
  • 11.3 AG Semiconductor
  • 11.4 Air Liquide
  • 11.5 Air Product & Chemicals INC
  • 11.6 DuPont
  • 11.7 Dynamic Network Factory Inc
  • 11.8 Hansol Chemical
  • 11.9 Intel Corporation
  • 11.10 Linde Plc
  • 11.11 Merck Group
  • 11.12 Nanmat
  • 11.13 Sigma-Aldrich
  • 11.14 SK Materials
  • 11.15 SoulBrain Co Ltd
  • 11.16 TANAKA Precious Metals
  • 11.17 Versum Materials

List of Tables

  • Table 1 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 2 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Type (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 3 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By High-K Precursors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 4 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Hafnium-based Precursors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 5 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Zirconium-based Precursors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 6 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Metal Precursors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 7 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Copper (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 8 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Aluminum (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 9 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Cobalt (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 10 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Silicon Precursors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 11 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Trisilylamine (TSA) (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 12 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Dichlorosilane (DCS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 13 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Silane (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 14 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Dielectric Precursors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 15 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Silicon Oxide Precursors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 16 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Silicon Nitride Precursors (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 17 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Other Types (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 18 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Deposition Technique (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 19 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Chemical Vapor (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 20 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Atomic Layer (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 21 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Physical Vapor (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 22 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Other Deposition Techniques (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 23 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 24 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Microprocessors & Digital Signal Processors (DSPs) (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 25 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Flash Memory Devices (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 26 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Power Devices (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 27 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Analog Devices (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 28 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By RF & Communication Devices (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 29 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Optoelectronic Devices (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 30 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 31 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By End User (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 32 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Integrated Device Manufacturers (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 33 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Foundries (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 34 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Memory Manufacturers (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 35 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Fabless Semiconductor Companies (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 36 Global Semiconductor Precursor Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2022-2030) ($MN)

Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.