Optical Film Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Type (Polarizing Film, Backlight Unit Film, ITO film), By Application (Television, Monitors and laptop, Large format display, Smartphone screen, Other) and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

The optical film is a multi-layered coated film that is used for anti-reflection, light enhancement, and other uses. Moreover, these films are resistant to heat, moisture and have high durability against bending and curving. They help in the reduction of battery consumption of the device which allows longer use. Optical films are also used in advertisement panels, hoarding screens, and optical display applications.

An increase in disposable income is leading consumers towards a standard lifestyle. Constant up-gradation in technology is attracting consumers to spend more on electronic devices like laptops, smartphones, LED TV, and other which is expected to drive the market. Additionally, several government projects like the adoption of electric vehicles for transport and e-learning in schools and educational institutes is boosting the market growth.

However, advancement in the display technologies and alternatives like Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diode (AMOLED) displays is likely to hinder the market growth.

Market Segmentation:

Based on the type, the market is segmented into the polarizing film, backlight unit film, and ITO film. Based on application, the market is segmented into television, automotive display, monitors & laptops, large format display, smartphone screen, and others.

From a geographical standpoint, the market is categorized into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

Key Players Covered:

The key players operating in the Optical Film market are LG Chem, Sumitomo chemicals, Samsung SDI, Toray industries, Zeon Corporation, and Others.

Key Insights

• New Advancements in Production Technologies


• Key Trends in the Optical Film Market


• New Product Launches, Expansions, Key Players


• Ranking of Key Players in the Market

Regional Analysis:

The market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific Optical Film market is the largest market attributed to the increasing applications in automotive, optical electronics, industrial, and consumer electronics industries. Moreover, a large number of local manufacturers and the easy availability of raw material is expected to boost the regional market. Europe is estimated to be the second-largest market due to the increasing demand for electronic devices for healthcare facilities. North America is expected to show significant growth due to the sophisticated lifestyle and high purchasing power. Latin America and Middle East & Africa are expected to show moderate growth by the end of the forecast period.

Segmentation

Optical Film Industry Developments

• In October 2018, Zeon Corporation expanded the production of the Optical film line Zenorfilm at irs Takoaka city manufacturing facility. ZenorFilm is the world’s first optical film manufactured by the metal extrusion process.


• In March 2017, Sumitomo expanded the production capacity of its film-based touchscreen panels by three times the original capacity in response to the rise in demand from the market.