Batteries for Active RFID

Global Batteries for Active RFID Market to Reach US$15.6 Billion by 2030

The global market for Batteries for Active RFID estimated at US$8.1 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$15.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.4% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Lithium-Ion, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 10.1% CAGR and reach US$3.7 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Lithium Thionyl Chloride segment is estimated at 9.7% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$2.2 Billion While China is Forecast to Grow at 15.2% CAGR

The Batteries for Active RFID market in the U.S. is estimated at US$2.2 Billion in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$3.2 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 15.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 8.4% and 10.0% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 9.0% CAGR.

Global Batteries for Active RFID Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Are Batteries Becoming a Critical Enabler in the Expansion of Active RFID Systems?
Batteries play a pivotal role in the functionality and reliability of active RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) systems, which require onboard power to transmit signals over extended ranges and at regular intervals. As the global adoption of active RFID expands across logistics, healthcare, asset tracking, defense, and industrial automation, the demand for high-performance, compact, and long-lasting power sources is intensifying. Unlike passive RFID, which relies on external readers, active RFID tags continuously communicate with infrastructure, making battery efficiency, shelf life, and energy density central to system performance.

With enterprises increasingly dependent on real-time location systems (RTLS), cold chain monitoring, and secure supply chain visibility, batteries have emerged as not just a supporting component but a strategic determinant of overall solution effectiveness. Their design directly impacts tag size, weight, operational lifetime, and maintenance cycles, thereby influencing total cost of ownership and deployment scalability in mission-critical applications. As the use cases for active RFID grow more complex and data-intensive, battery performance has become foundational to sustaining uninterrupted, high-fidelity tracking networks.

How Are Battery Innovations Supporting Miniaturization, Longevity, and Harsh-Environment Deployment?
Battery technologies tailored for active RFID applications are evolving rapidly to address requirements such as ultra-low self-discharge, extended operating temperatures, and compact form factors. Lithium-thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2) and lithium manganese dioxide (Li-MnO2) chemistries are becoming standard due to their superior energy density and extended lifespan capabilities, often exceeding 5–10 years of continuous operation. These chemistries also support intermittent high-current pulses, essential for consistent signal transmission and data logging.

Manufacturers are focusing on micro-battery form factors, sealed constructions for environmental resistance, and smart battery integration for monitoring charge status and predicting end-of-life. As RFID systems are increasingly deployed in remote, mobile, or hazardous settings—from defense logistics to offshore oil and gas sites—battery robustness under vibration, moisture, and extreme temperatures is a key design priority. Emerging solutions include flexible batteries and hybrid capacitor-battery systems that balance peak power needs with long-duration energy delivery, enabling a broader range of industrial and environmental applications.

Where Is Demand for Active RFID Batteries Growing and Which Use Cases Are Driving Market Penetration?
Strongest demand for active RFID batteries is currently concentrated in North America and Europe, driven by early adoption of real-time asset tracking solutions in logistics, defense, and healthcare. These regions are leveraging RFID to enhance operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and inventory transparency across warehouses, military supply chains, and hospital equipment tracking. Asia-Pacific is witnessing accelerated uptake, particularly in China, South Korea, and Japan, where Industry 4.0 initiatives and smart factory deployments are integrating active RFID into high-volume manufacturing and distribution environments.

Key use cases include cold chain monitoring for pharmaceuticals and perishables, high-value asset tracking in aviation and defense, personnel safety systems in mining and construction, and livestock monitoring in large-scale agricultural operations. Each of these applications imposes specific battery performance demands in terms of signal frequency, temperature tolerance, and lifespan, prompting tailored battery development and deeper collaboration between RFID system providers and battery manufacturers. As use cases expand, energy solutions are expected to become increasingly application-specific and modular.

What Is Fueling the Global Growth of the Batteries for Active RFID Market?
The global growth of the batteries for active RFID market is being fueled by rising investment in intelligent asset tracking systems, the proliferation of connected devices, and advances in low-power electronics. As organizations digitize operations and adopt automated identification technologies, reliable power delivery becomes critical to sustaining continuous system uptime. Battery innovation, in tandem with regulatory momentum for food safety, medical traceability, and defense logistics transparency, is creating fertile ground for market expansion.

Industry collaboration is strengthening, with RFID platform developers, battery suppliers, and end-users co-engineering solutions that maximize energy efficiency and minimize lifecycle costs. Regulatory trends mandating serialization, environmental tracking, and real-time auditability are further embedding RFID systems into core operational processes—requiring batteries that can support long deployment cycles with minimal maintenance. Against this backdrop, a pivotal question emerges: Can battery technologies evolve fast enough to support the growing sophistication and environmental diversity of active RFID deployments—without compromising size, reliability, or cost?

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Batteries for Active RFID market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Chemistry (Lithium-Ion, Lithium Thionyl Chloride, Nickel-metal Hydride, Silver Oxide, Zinc-carbon, Other Chemistries); Battery (Coin Cell, AA, AAA, Other Batteries); End-Use (Automotive, Medical, Building & Construction, Mining, Shipping & Logistics, Aerospace, Defense, Oil & Gas, Other End-Uses)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 36 Featured) -

• Duracell Inc.
• EVE Energy Co., Ltd.
• Energizer Holdings, Inc.
• GP Batteries International Ltd.
• Maxell Holdings, Ltd.
• Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
• Nichicon Corporation
• Panasonic Corporation
• Renata SA
• Saft Groupe S.A.
• Shenzhen Enbar Technology Co., Ltd.
• Shenzhen Pkcell Battery Co., Ltd.
• Shenzhen Lus Technology Co., Ltd.
• Sony Corporation
• Spectrum Brands, Inc.
• Tadiran Batteries
• Ultralife Corporation
• VARTA Microbattery GmbH
• XenoEnergy Co., Ltd.
• Zebra Technologies Corporation

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