Global 3D Printer Filaments Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global 3D Printer Filaments market size was valued at US$ million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD million by 2031 with a CAGR of %during review period.

3D printer filaments are thermoplastic materials designed for 3D printing technology, usually provided in wire form, for fused deposition modeling (FDM) or melt extrusion technology. These filaments are made of a variety of polymers, including acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), polylactic acid (PLA), nylon, polycarbonate (PC), etc., each of which has unique physical and chemical properties and is suitable for different printing needs. The diameter of 3D printer filaments is usually 1.75 mm or 2.85 mm, ensuring that they can be evenly melted and extruded during the printing process to form precise three-dimensional objects

The market development of 3D printer filaments has benefited from the popularization of 3D printing technology and the expansion of application areas. With the increase in global demand for rapid prototyping, customized production and sustainable manufacturing, the application range of 3D printer filaments continues to expand. Its main advantages include material diversity, high-precision printing capabilities and relatively low production costs, making it widely used in many fields such as manufacturing, medical, construction, education and consumer products.

In the future, with technological advances and the development of new materials, 3D printer filaments are expected to make further breakthroughs in performance and environmental protection. For example, the research and development of biodegradable materials and high-strength composite materials will promote the adoption of 3D printing technology in more high-end applications. At the same time, the intensification of market competition will also prompt companies to continuously optimize product performance and reduce costs to meet the growing market demand.

Market development opportunities & driving factors

The global 3D printing filament market is experiencing explosive growth, with core drivers including technological innovation, application scenario expansion and policy support. Metal filaments (such as titanium and stainless steel) are in great demand in the aerospace and automotive fields due to their high strength and lightweight characteristics, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) expected to reach 26.83% from 2022 to 2027; bio-based materials (such as PLA) are rapidly penetrating into the medical and education fields due to their environmentally friendly properties. As the world's largest producer, China contributes 94% of the shipments of entry-level devices and accelerates technology iteration based on its supply chain advantages. At the policy level, China's "14th Five-Year Plan" clearly supports additive manufacturing, driving the market size from 32 billion yuan in 2023 to 110 billion yuan in 2026.

Market Challenges, Risks, & Restraints

The industry faces raw material dependence, technical bottlenecks and competitive pressure. Core materials such as metal powders and high-performance plastics rely on imports, and price fluctuations significantly affect profits; metal printing accuracy (±0.1mm) and surface roughness (Ra2-10μm) still lag behind traditional processing. In addition, although domestic companies dominate the low-end market, high-end materials (such as carbon fiber reinforced filaments) are still controlled by European and American companies. Combined with the low-price competition of small and medium-sized enterprises, the industry's profit margins are under pressure.

Downstream demand trend

Demand shows that high-end deepening and emerging scenarios are parallel. Aerospace is still the core market, and lightweight component customization drives the demand for metal filaments; in the medical field, biocompatible PLA is used for orthopedic implants, and the Chinese market size is expected to exceed 4 billion yuan in 2025. The consumer market has significant potential. The titanium alloy hinges of folding screen mobile phones and distributed manufacturing (such as "3D printing farms") drive an average annual growth of 18% in filaments. At the same time, AIGC technology accelerates user creation, lowers the threshold for modeling, and further releases market potential.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global 3D Printer Filaments market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global 3D Printer Filaments market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031

Global 3D Printer Filaments market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031

Global 3D Printer Filaments market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031

Global 3D Printer Filaments market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and ASP (USD/MT), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for 3D Printer Filaments

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global 3D Printer Filaments market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Stratasys, EOS Group, BASF, Polymaker, Markforged, Creality, MatterHackers, SeeMeCNC, Geeetech, Repraper, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

3D Printer Filaments market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
HIPS
PVA
PET (CEP)
Metal
Others

Market segment by Application
Medical
Automotive
Aerospace
Manufacturing
Military
Others

Major players covered
Stratasys
EOS Group
BASF
Polymaker
Markforged
Creality
MatterHackers
SeeMeCNC
Geeetech
Repraper
ASAPTech
Elephant Technology
Cutequeen
MeltInk
OHFILA
GP3D
HATCHBOX 3D Printer
WYZworks
3D Systems
Generic
ESUN
ORD Solutions 3D Printer Filament
3Dom USA
Jet
​ColorFabb
Raise3D

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe 3D Printer Filaments product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of 3D Printer Filaments, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of 3D Printer Filaments from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the 3D Printer Filaments competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the 3D Printer Filaments breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and 3D Printer Filaments market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of 3D Printer Filaments.

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe 3D Printer Filaments sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.