Market Overview:
The global germanium market is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX% during the forecast period from 2018 to 2030. The market growth can be attributed to the increasing demand for germanium in various applications such as IR optics, fiber optics, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), electronic and solar, among others. Additionally, the growing demand for high-purity geO2 is also contributing to the growth of the global germanium market. However, factors such as limited availability of raw materials and stringent regulatory norms are restraining the growth of this market.
Product Definition:
A rare, silver-white metalloid, germanium is a semiconductor and occurs in trace amounts in coal and ores. It has a variety of applications in electronics and fiber optics.
Germanium Tetrachloride:
The global germanium (Ge) tetrachloride market is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period owing to its increasing demand in the manufacturing of semiconductors. Semiconductor devices made from germanium are used in a variety of applications such as LED drivers, solar cells, and integrated circuits. The growing demand for these devices across various end-use industries is anticipated to drive the overall market growth over the next seven years.
High-purity GeO2:
GeO2 is a mineral, which occurs in combination with other minerals such as SiO2 and Al2SiO8. It has chemical formula of (Ga) 2 O4. GeO2 has a wide range of applications including glass making, rubber processing, and petroleum refining among others.
Application Insights:
The global Germanium market has been segmented on the basis of applications into IR optics, fiber optics, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), electronic and solar, and other applications. The IR optics application segment accounted for a significant share in 2017 owing to the growing demand from defense sector. Germany is one of the largest producers of GeO2 along with China and Russia.
Fiber optic application is expected to grow at a lucrative rate over the forecast period due to increasing demand for optical fiber cables from telecom sector as well as data transmission & storage sectors. Growing internet usage coupled with rising number of broadband connections across various regions are expected to drive growth over next few years.
Regional Analysis:
Germany accounted for the largest market share in terms of volume as well as revenue and is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX% over the forecast period. The growth can be attributed to rising demand from various end-use industries such as electronics, automotive, solar energy, etc. In 2017, semiconductor manufacturing was one of the major applications accounting for over 40% of Germanium consumption in Europe.
The Asia Pacific regional market accounted for a revenue share exceeding 20% in 2017 owing to high Ge production capacities coupled with growing demand from end-use industries such as medical equipment & devices and LEDs lighting industry across emerging economies including China.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand from the semiconductor and optoelectronics industries as a result of the miniaturization of electronic devices and higher demand for optical fiber communication systems.
- Rising demand for Germanium in solar energy applications on account of its high efficiency in converting sunlight into electricity.
- Growing use of Germanium nanoparticles in biomedical and pharmaceutical applications due to their unique properties such as biocompatibility, low toxicity, and high reactivity towards biomolecules.
- Increasing application scope of Germanium tetrachloride (GeCl4) as a precursor for the production of polycrystalline silicon films used in solar cells, LED lights, and other electronics products.
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Germanium Market Research Report
By Type
Germanium Tetrachloride, High-purity GeO2, Germanium Ingot, Other
By Application
IR Optics, Fiber Optics, Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Electronic and Solar, Other
By Companies
Yunnan Germanium, Umicore, Yunnan Chihong Zn & Ge, Teck, Zhonghao Technology, AXT Inc, JSC Germanium, Shenzhen Zhongjin Lingnan, PPM Pure Metals, Sihuan Zinc & Germanium, Indium Corporation, GEAPP, Photonic Sense
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
247
Number of Tables & Figures
173
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Germanium Market Report Segments:
The global Germanium market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Germanium Tetrachloride, High-purity GeO2, Germanium Ingot, Other
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
IR Optics, Fiber Optics, Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Electronic and Solar, Other
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Yunnan Germanium
- Umicore
- Yunnan Chihong Zn & Ge
- Teck
- Zhonghao Technology
- AXT Inc
- JSC Germanium
- Shenzhen Zhongjin Lingnan
- PPM Pure Metals
- Sihuan Zinc & Germanium
- Indium Corporation
- GEAPP
- Photonic Sense
Highlights of The Germanium Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- Germanium Tetrachloride
- High-purity GeO2
- Germanium Ingot
- Other
- By Application:
- IR Optics
- Fiber Optics
- Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
- Electronic and Solar
- Other
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Germanium Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Germanium is a rare earth element that has the symbol Ge and an atomic number of 42. Germanium is found in small amounts in some rocks and minerals, but it is most commonly found as a component of semiconductors.
Some of the key players operating in the germanium market are Yunnan Germanium, Umicore, Yunnan Chihong Zn & Ge, Teck, Zhonghao Technology, AXT Inc, JSC Germanium, Shenzhen Zhongjin Lingnan, PPM Pure Metals, Sihuan Zinc & Germanium, Indium Corporation, GEAPP, Photonic Sense.
1. Executive Summary
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Germanium Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. Germanium Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Germanium Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Germanium Market Forecast
4.5.1. Germanium Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Germanium Market Size (000 Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Germanium Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
5.3. Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
5.3.1. Germanium Tetrachloride
5.3.2. High-purity GeO2
5.3.3. Germanium Ingot
5.3.4. Other
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Type
6. Global Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast by Application
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
6.3. Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
6.3.1. IR Optics
6.3.2. Fiber Optics
6.3.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
6.3.4. Electronic and Solar
6.3.5. Other
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Application
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Application
7. Global Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast by Sales Channel
7.1. Market Trends
7.2. Introduction
7.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Sales Channel
7.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Sales Channel
7.3. Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Sales Channel
7.3.1. Manufacturer/Distributor/Service Provider
7.3.2. Aftermarket
7.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Sales Channel
7.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Sales Channel
8. Global Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
8.1. Market Trends
8.2. Introduction
8.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
8.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
8.3. Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
8.3.1. North America
8.3.2. Latin America
8.3.3. Europe
8.3.4. Asia Pacific
8.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
8.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
8.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
8.6. Global Germanium Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. North America Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.2. North America Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. U.S.
9.2.2. Canada
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. North America Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
9.4.1. IR Optics
9.4.2. Fiber Optics
9.4.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
9.4.4. Electronic and Solar
9.4.5. Other
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
9.7. North America Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
9.7.1. Germanium Tetrachloride
9.7.2. High-purity GeO2
9.7.3. Germanium Ingot
9.7.4. Other
9.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
9.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.10.1. By Country
9.10.2. By Product Type
9.10.3. By Application
9.10.4. By Sales Channel
9.11. North America Germanium Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Latin America Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Latin America Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. Brazil
10.2.2. Mexico
10.2.3. Rest of Latin America
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Latin America Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
10.4.1. IR Optics
10.4.2. Fiber Optics
10.4.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
10.4.4. Electronic and Solar
10.4.5. Other
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
10.7. Latin America Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
10.7.1. Germanium Tetrachloride
10.7.2. High-purity GeO2
10.7.3. Germanium Ingot
10.7.4. Other
10.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
10.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.10.1. By Country
10.10.2. By Product Type
10.10.3. By Application
10.10.4. By Sales Channel
10.11. Latin America Germanium Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Europe Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Europe Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. Germany
11.2.2. France
11.2.3. Italy
11.2.4. U.K.
11.2.5. Spain
11.2.6. Russia
11.2.7. Rest of Europe
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Europe Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
11.4.1. IR Optics
11.4.2. Fiber Optics
11.4.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
11.4.4. Electronic and Solar
11.4.5. Other
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
11.7. Europe Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
11.7.1. Germanium Tetrachloride
11.7.2. High-purity GeO2
11.7.3. Germanium Ingot
11.7.4. Other
11.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
11.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.10.1. By Country
11.10.2. By Product Type
11.10.3. By Application
11.10.4. By Sales Channel
11.11. Europe Germanium Demand Share, 2019-2026
12. Asia Pacific Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast
12.1. Introduction
12.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
12.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
12.2. Asia Pacific Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
12.2.1. China
12.2.2. Japan
12.2.3. South Korea
12.2.4. India
12.2.5. Australia
12.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
12.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.4. Asia Pacific Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
12.4.1. IR Optics
12.4.2. Fiber Optics
12.4.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
12.4.4. Electronic and Solar
12.4.5. Other
12.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
12.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
12.7. Asia Pacific Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
12.7.1. Germanium Tetrachloride
12.7.2. High-purity GeO2
12.7.3. Germanium Ingot
12.7.4. Other
12.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
12.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
12.10.1. By Country
12.10.2. By Product Type
12.10.3. By Application
12.10.4. By Sales Channel
12.11. Asia Pacific Germanium Demand Share, 2019-2026
13. Middle East & Africa Germanium Market Analysis and Forecast
13.1. Introduction
13.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
13.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
13.2. Middle East & Africa Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
13.2.1. Saudi Arabia
13.2.2. South Africa
13.2.3. UAE
13.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.4. Middle East & Africa Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Application
13.4.1. IR Optics
13.4.2. Fiber Optics
13.4.3. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
13.4.4. Electronic and Solar
13.4.5. Other
13.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Application
13.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Application
13.7. Middle East & Africa Germanium Market Size and Volume Forecast by Type
13.7.1. Germanium Tetrachloride
13.7.2. High-purity GeO2
13.7.3. Germanium Ingot
13.7.4. Other
13.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Type
13.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
13.10.1. By Country
13.10.2. By Product Type
13.10.3. By Application
13.10.4. By Sales Channel
13.11. Middle East & Africa Germanium Demand Share, 2019-2026
14. Competition Landscape
14.1. Global Germanium Market: Market Share Analysis
14.2. Germanium Distributors and Customers
14.3. Germanium Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.4. Company Profiles (Details Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.4.1. Yunnan Germanium
14.4.1.1. Overview
14.4.1.2. Financials
14.4.1.3. Developments
14.4.1.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.2. Umicore
14.4.2.1. Overview
14.4.2.2. Financials
14.4.2.3. Developments
14.4.2.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.3. Yunnan Chihong Zn & Ge
14.4.3.1. Overview
14.4.3.2. Financials
14.4.3.3. Developments
14.4.3.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.4. Teck
14.4.4.1. Overview
14.4.4.2. Financials
14.4.4.3. Developments
14.4.4.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.5. Zhonghao Technology
14.4.5.1. Overview
14.4.5.2. Financials
14.4.5.3. Developments
14.4.5.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.6. AXT Inc
14.4.6.1. Overview
14.4.6.2. Financials
14.4.6.3. Developments
14.4.6.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.7. JSC Germanium
14.4.7.1. Overview
14.4.7.2. Financials
14.4.7.3. Developments
14.4.7.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.8. Shenzhen Zhongjin Lingnan
14.4.8.1. Overview
14.4.8.2. Financials
14.4.8.3. Developments
14.4.8.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.9. PPM Pure Metals
14.4.9.1. Overview
14.4.9.2. Financials
14.4.9.3. Developments
14.4.9.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.10. Sihuan Zinc & Germanium
14.4.10.1. Overview
14.4.10.2. Financials
14.4.10.3. Developments
14.4.10.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.11. Indium Corporation
14.4.11.1. Overview
14.4.11.2. Financials
14.4.11.3. Developments
14.4.11.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.12. GEAPP
14.4.12.1. Overview
14.4.12.2. Financials
14.4.12.3. Developments
14.4.12.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.13. Photonic Sense
14.4.13.1. Overview
14.4.13.2. Financials
14.4.13.3. Developments
14.4.13.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.14. COMPANY 14
14.4.14.1. Overview
14.4.14.2. Financials
14.4.14.3. Developments
14.4.14.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.15. COMPANY 15
14.4.15.1. Overview
14.4.15.2. Financials
14.4.15.3. Developments
14.4.15.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.16. COMPANY 16
14.4.16.1. Overview
14.4.16.2. Financials
14.4.16.3. Developments
14.4.16.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.17. COMPANY 17
14.4.17.1. Overview
14.4.17.2. Financials
14.4.17.3. Developments
14.4.17.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.18. COMPANY 18
14.4.18.1. Overview
14.4.18.2. Financials
14.4.18.3. Developments
14.4.18.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.19. COMPANY 19
14.4.19.1. Overview
14.4.19.2. Financials
14.4.19.3. Developments
14.4.19.4. Strategic Outlook
14.4.20. COMPANY 20
14.4.20.1. Overview
14.4.20.2. Financials
14.4.20.3. Developments
14.4.20.4. Strategic Outlook
