3D Printing Market Size, Share & Trends, 2025 To 2030

The global 3D printing market was estimated at USD 15.39 billion in 2024 and is predicted to increase from USD 16.16 billion in 2025 to USD 35.79 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 17.2%. The growth is driven by advancements in additive manufacturing technologies and rising demand for customized products.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Industrial printers are estimated to account for a major share of the 3D printing market due to their ability to handle large-scale, high-precision production and a wide variety of advanced materials.
• Fused deposition modeling (FDM) is estimated to be the largest market in the 3D printing market due to its cost-effectiveness, ease of use, and wide material compatibility.
• Vat photopolymerization is projected to grow at a significant rate in the 3D printing market because it delivers superior surface finish and high accuracy and is increasingly adopted in healthcare and dental applications for producing intricate, customized parts.
• The rising demand for 3D-printed automobile parts and components is projected to drive the growth of the functional part manufacturing application demand.
• The increasing development of autonomous and electric vehicles and the focus on mass customization are projected to fuel the demand for 3D printers in the automotive segment.
• Asia Pacific is projected to grow at a high CAGR in the 3D printing market, driven by the rising adoption of 3D printing technology in various verticals, including automotive, consumer goods, healthcare, and industrial.
• Prominent market players have adopted both organic and inorganic strategies, including partnerships and investments. Stratasys (US), EOS GmbH (Germany), and HP Development Company, L.P. (US) have entered into a number of agreements and partnerships to address the growing demand for 3D printing in innovative applications.

 

The 3D printing market is witnessing significant growth due to advancements in additive manufacturing technologies and the rising demand for customized products. Increased global government investments in 3D printing initiatives, along with the availability of a wide range of industrial-grade materials such as metals, polymers, and ceramics, have further accelerated adoption. Key industries, including healthcare, automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods, are leveraging 3D printing for rapid prototyping, personalized production, and mass customization.

The expansion of disruptive additive technologies, which enable faster prototyping, functional part manufacturing, and highly customized production, is driving the impact on customers' businesses in the 3D printing market. Automation, AI integration, and new material innovations, such as composites and biocompatible substrates, are redefining the ecosystem, directly improving cost efficiency, design flexibility, and sustainability.

The 3D printing ecosystem involves R&D centers & institutes, material providers, software providers, printer providers, service providers, and end users. Each collaborates to advance the market by sharing knowledge, resources, and expertise to attain end innovation in this field. Manufacturers, such as Stratasys (US), EOS GmbH (Germany), HP Development Company, L.P. (US), 3D Systems, Inc. (US), and General Electric Company (US), are at the core of the market and are responsible for developing 3D printing offerings for various applications.

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North America to hold largest market share in global 3D printing market during forecast period

North America is projected to be the largest regional market for 3D printing due to its strong ecosystem of technology providers, material suppliers, and early adopters across industries such as aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. The region benefits from significant government and private investments in additive manufacturing research, alongside robust intellectual property frameworks that encourage innovation. Companies like Stratasys, 3D Systems, and GE lead in commercializing advanced 3D printing technologies, particularly in metal and polymer applications.