The global market for glass-ceramics is expected to grow from $2 billion in 2026 and is projected to reach $2.7 billion by the end of 2031, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.3% during the forecast period of 2026 to 2031.
Report Scope
This report analyzes the global glass-ceramics market by material, end user, and region. These market segments are analyzed at the global and regional levels. The base year for this analysis is 2025, and market estimates and forecasts are given from 2026 through 2031. The market estimates are provided in terms of revenue ($ thousand).
Based on material, the market is segmented into:
- Lithium
- Magnesium
- Zinc
- Other materials
Based on end user, the market is segmented into:
- Kitchenware and appliances
- Electronics and semiconductors
- Medical and healthcare
- Building and construction
- Optical
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Other end users
Based on region, the market is divided into:
- North America.
- Europe.
- Asia-Pacific.
- South America.
- Middle East and Africa (MEA).
Report Includes
- 79 data tables and 30 additional tables
- An overview and analysis of the global glass ceramics market
- Analyses of global market trends, with revenue data for 2025, estimates for 2026, and forecasts for 2030, and projection of CAGR through 2031
- Estimates of the current market size and revenue growth prospects, with a market share analysis by material, end user, and region
- Facts and figures related to market dynamics, including key drivers, challenges, and opportunities affecting market growth
- Review of the supply chain and insights derived from Porter's Five Forces analysis
- Discussion of emerging technologies and developments in glass ceramics manufacturing and applications
- Analysis of the competitive landscape, including market share analysis and strategic initiatives of key players
- Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments in the glass ceramics market
- Company profiles of the leading players, including SCHOTT AG, Corning Inc., Nippon Electric Glass Co. Ltd., OHARA INC., and AGC Inc.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
- Market Outlook
- Scope of Report
- New Report Structure and Content Evolution
- Market Summary
- Technological Advances and Applications
- Market Dynamics and Growth Factors
- Future Trends and Developments
- Segmental Analysis
- Regional and Emerging Markets
- Conclusion
Chapter 2 Market Overview
- Market Overview
- Government Policies and Support
- Supply Chain Analysis
- Raw Material Supply
- Manufacturing and Processing
- Distribution and Logistics
- End User Industries
Chapter 3 Market Dynamics
- Market Dynamics Snapshot
- Market Drivers
- Rising Demand for Glass-Ceramics from Consumer Appliances and Cookware Applications
- Growing Adoption of Glass-Ceramics in Aerospace, Defense, and Astronomy Applications
- Other Drivers
- Market Restraints/Challenges
- High Production and Processing Costs of Glass-Ceramics
- Competition from Alternative Advanced Materials
- Other Restraints/Challenges
- Market Opportunities
- Emerging Opportunities in Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment
- Growth in Medical and Bioactive Glass-Ceramic Applications
- Other Opportunities
Chapter 4 Emerging Technologies and Developments
- Key Takeaways
- Technological Innovations
Chapter 5 Market Breakdown by Material
- Key Takeaways
- Lithium
- Magnesium
- Zinc
- Other Materials
Chapter 6 Market Breakdown by End User
- Key Takeaways
- Electronics and Semiconductors
- Kitchenware and Appliances
- Medical and Healthcare
- Building and Construction
- Optical
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Other End Users
Chapter 7 Market Breakdown by Region
- Key Takeaways
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- South America
- Brazil
- Rest of South America
- Middle East and Africa (MEA)
- GCC
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East and Africa
Chapter 8 Competitive Intelligence
- Market Ecosystem
- Market Share Analysis
Chapter 9 Appendix
- Methodology
- Information Sources
- References
- Abbreviations
- Company Profiles
- AGC INC.
- CHINA GLASS CERAMIC INC.
- CORNING INC.
- EUROKERA
- IVOCLAR VIVADENT
- NIPPON ELECTRIC GLASS CO. LTD.
- OHARA INC.
- SCHOTT
- VITA ZAHNFABRIK
- VITRON SPEZIALWERKSTOFFE GMBH