The global Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) market size is predicted to grow from US$ 279 million in 2025 to US$ 408 million in 2031; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2025 to 2031.

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Multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) are a unique nanomaterial formed by curling up multiple layers of graphene, and their internal structure presents multiple concentric tubular structures. Due to their multi-layer structure, multi-walled carbon nanotubes exhibit excellent mechanical properties, such as high tensile strength and good elastic modulus, and have excellent electrical and thermal conductivity in electrical and thermal aspects, all of which provide a solid foundation for their application in high-end scientific and technological fields. At present, multi-walled carbon nanotubes have shown great potential value in many fields such as new energy, electronics, aerospace, etc., especially as conductive reinforcement materials in lithium-ion batteries, which can effectively improve the charging and discharging efficiency of batteries and extend their service life; in composite materials, their addition can significantly improve the strength and toughness of the overall structure; and in electronic components, they can be used as conductive paths and heat dissipation materials to ensure the stable operation of devices. With the continuous advancement of preparation technology and the continuous increase in market demand, multi-walled carbon nanotubes are ushering in a stage of rapid development, providing broad development space for the development of future intelligent manufacturing, new energy vehicles, and aerospace applications.

Market Development Opportunities & Main Driving Factors

The growth of the multi-walled carbon nanotube market is mainly due to the rapid development of the new energy vehicle and energy storage markets. The high requirements for the performance of lithium-ion batteries have promoted the application of carbon nanotubes as a new conductive agent, which can significantly improve the energy density and cycle life of batteries. In addition, technological advances in the fields of 5G communications and consumer electronics have also driven the demand for the application of multi-walled carbon nanotubes in electronic components. The demand for lightweight and high-strength materials in the aerospace field, as well as the advancement of composite materials technology, have provided new growth points for multi-walled carbon nanotubes.

Market Challenges, Risks, & Restraints

The production cost of multi-walled carbon nanotubes is high, which limits their promotion in price-sensitive applications. In addition, the production process requires high-precision equipment and strict quality control, which places high demands on the technical capabilities and financial strength of enterprises. The increasingly stringent environmental regulations have also increased the compliance costs and operational risks of enterprises. The defects of multi-walled carbon nanotubes in mechanical properties and elasticity, compared with single-walled carbon nanotubes, also affect their market competitiveness.

Downstream Demand Trends

In the future, the new energy field will continue to grow, especially in lithium-ion batteries. As the electric vehicle market expands and battery technology upgrades, the demand for multi-walled carbon nanotubes as conductive agents will continue to increase. The demand for miniaturized, high-performance electronic components in the electronics and communications fields will also drive the application of multi-walled carbon nanotubes. In addition, the demand for lightweight, high-strength materials in the aerospace field will continue to exist, and the advancement of composite material technology will expand the application scope of multi-walled carbon nanotubes.

Infinity Market Research newest research report, the Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) Industry Forecast looks at past sales and reviews total world Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) sales for 2025 through 2031. With Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) industry.

This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms unique position in an accelerating global Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) market.

This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs).

This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.

Segmentation by Type:

    Russian Doll Model Carbon Nanotube
    Parchment Model Carbon Nanotube
    Others

Segmentation by Application:

    Structural Polymers
    Conductive Polymers
    Conductive Adhesives
    Others

This report also splits the market by region:

    Americas
        United States
        Canada
        Mexico
        Brazil
    APAC
        China
        Japan
        Korea
        Southeast Asia
        India
        Australia
    Europe
        Germany
        France
        UK
        Italy
        Russia
    Middle East & Africa
        Egypt
        South Africa
        Israel
        Turkey
        GCC Countries

The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the companys coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.

    Showa Denko K.K.
    Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
    OCSiAl
    Nanocyl S.A.
    Chengdu Organic Chemicals Co., Ltd.
    Alight Technologies
    Fractal Antenna Systems(FRACTAL)
    Multiwave Technologies
    NKT Photonics
    Flir Systems
    Sandvik Materials Technology
    Kymeta
    Metamaterial Technologies Inc(MTI)
    Metamagnetics
    Echodyne
    Evolv Technology
    Fujitsu Limited
    Zeon Corporation

Key Questions Addressed in this Report

What is the 10-year outlook for the global Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) market?
What factors are driving Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) market growth, globally and by region?
Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?
How do Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) market opportunities vary by end market size?
How does Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotubes (MWNTs) break out by Type, by Application?