The global silicon carbide market size is envisaged to gain steady momentum over the next few years owing to increasing use of polyurethane, states Fortune Business Insights™, in its report, titled, “ Silicon Carbide Market, 2021-2028”.

Carborundum or Sic is a semiconductor. It is a rare natural mineral known as missaniate and synthetically it is produced as Sic powder. This material has a varied range of applications such as, it is used in clutches, car breaks, LEDs, bulletproof jackets and vests.

Segmentation 

By device, the market is divided into SiC discrete device, SiC bare device and others. By application, the market is segmented into power grid devices, flexible AC Transmission System, high voltage direct current system, power supplies and inverters, RF devices & cellular base station, lighting control system, EV charging station and others. Lastly, in terms of geography, it is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

Salient Features of the Report:

The report provides insights about the tangible intelligence into the trends, drivers, and various other aspects of the market and the holistic analysis of the factors restricting the growth of the market. It also emphasizes on granular assessment of the different market segments. And lastly, an in-depth evaluation of the regional prospects and the competitive dynamics influencing the market are given in the report.

Regional Insights

Geographically, Asia Pacific holds the dominant position in the silicon carbide market share. This dominance is attributable to the increasing use of it in electronic components. As China is one of the largest electronics producers globally. Additionally, governments’ initiatives to promote clean energy are also accelerating the market growth.   

North America and Europe are also anticipated to exhibit significant market share in the upcoming years owing to the large manufacturer base and use of Sic in manufacturing of electric vehicles (EV) hybrids is fueling the regional market.  

Competitive Landscape

The global market for SiC has many prominent companies that are constantly trying to develop unique devices to cater to the demand of consumers across the globe. To do so, they are joining hands with local or reputed firms, launching new products to strengthen their portfolio in the market. Below is industry developments:

• November 2020: Infineon made collaboration with GT Advanced Technology to expand the facility unit of SiC.

• June 2020: Infineon announced the launch of new SiC powder modules for EVs.

List of Key Players Profiled in Report

• Infineon Technologies AG

• CREE, INC

• ST Microelectronics N.V

• Fuji Electric Co., Ltd

• General Electric

Information Source: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/silicon-carbide-market-104587