The Global Low-Temperature Cure Polymer Resins for 5G and 6G PCBs Market was valued at USD 171.33 million in 2024 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 16.2%, to reach USD 881.35 million by 2034, driven by the rapid deployment of 5G infrastructure, emerging 6G research, and increasing demand for high-performance, thermally efficient PCB materials. Low-temperature cure polymer resins (LTCPRs) are essential for manufacturing advanced printed circuit boards that support high-frequency signal transmission, reduced dielectric loss, and improved thermal stability.
These resins allow processing at lower temperatures—typically between 120°C and 150°C—making them ideal for energy-efficient production processes and improved compatibility with heat-sensitive substrates such as flexible polyimide films, copper-clad laminates, and composite PCB materials. By enabling curing at lower thermal loads, these formulations reduce stress on substrates and interconnects, leading to higher product yield and reliability. This curing profile is particularly beneficial in cutting-edge applications like flexible electronics, HDI (High-Density Interconnect) boards, multi-layer 3D PCB architectures, and antenna-in-package (AiP) modules. These advanced configurations are essential to meet the demands of next-generation communication systems, which require ultra-low signal loss, high speed, thermal endurance, and miniaturization.
The market is primarily segmented by resin type, with epoxy resins leading in 2024, generating USD 55.98 million. These resins are favored for their excellent adhesion, dimensional stability, and cost-efficiency, making them a standard choice for many 5G PCB applications. However, as signal frequencies rise with 6G system development, the industry is moving toward modified epoxy systems that incorporate advanced fillers or cross-linkers to reduce dielectric constant (Dk) and dissipation factor (Df).
Based on PCB form factor, the rigid PCBs segment generated USD 81.71 million in 2024. Rigid PCBs remain the workhorse of infrastructure-grade electronics due to their superior structural integrity, thermal management, and ability to accommodate multi-layer stacking and high component density. In 5G telecom base stations, automotive radar modules, and cloud server backplanes, rigid boards provide the mechanical robustness and electrical performance needed to handle high data throughput and extreme operational environments.
Asia Pacific Low-Temperature Cure Polymer Resins for 5G and 6G PCBs Market generated USD 78.46 million in 2024, driven by the aggressive 5G rollout, especially in China, along with a flourishing electronics manufacturing ecosystem in Japan and South Korea. China’s strategic investments in telecom infrastructure and localization of PCB material supply chains have made it the global hub for PCB production and resin formulation. Simultaneously, Japanese and South Korean companies are advancing high-performance PCB resins to meet the demands of advanced semiconductors, wearable electronics, and mmWave antenna arrays.
Key players such as Rogers Corporation, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., Olin Corporation, AGC Multi Materials, Westlake Epoxy, and Bakelite Synthetics are investing heavily in resin innovation, material sustainability, and strategic alliances. These companies are developing resins with low dielectric constants, enhanced thermal reliability, and REACH/RoHS compliance. Many firms are pursuing joint development programs with PCB fabricators and OEMs to co-create application-specific resin systems. Sustainability is another major focus—firms are formulating halogen-free, recyclable, low-VOC systems to meet regulatory and ESG standards.
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