Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market size is expected to reach $ 1645 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 5.7% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor refers to MLCC used in electronic RF microwave circuits, belonging to Class I ceramic capacitor category. It uses precious metals such as palladium and silver as internal electrodes, and compared with conventional MLCC, it has the characteristics of high Q value, high self resonant frequency, low ESR, low loss, and high reliability. Radio Frequency (RF) generally refers to electromagnetic waves with a frequency range of 300kHz to 300GHz, while Microwave generally refers to electromagnetic waves with a frequency range of 300MHz to 300GHz, located in the high-frequency part of the RF frequency band. In the entire electromagnetic spectrum, radio frequency/microwave is located between ordinary radio waves and infrared, and is the highest frequency radio wave. Its bandwidth is more than 1000 times larger than the sum of all ordinary radio wave bands, and it can carry a huge amount of information.In 2024, global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production reached approximately 6,394 M Units, with an average global market price of around US$ 149 per k unit.The annual production capacity of a single production line is 200 million pieces, with a gross profit margin of about 30%.
Raw material cost is about 50%–60%; manufacturing cost is about 20%–35%; labor cost is about 10%–15%.
RF microwave multilayer ceramic capacitors are mainly affected by 5G/6G communication WiFi 6/7、 Driven by RF front-end modules, vehicle mounted 77GHz radar, V2X communication, satellite communication, and military radar, the overall demand is growing at a medium to high speed. Among them, the growth rate of high-frequency, high-Q C0G/NP0, and low ESL RF products is significantly higher than that of general MLCC; At the product level, one end is evolving towards higher frequencies and lower losses, emphasizing the dielectric loss tangent, Q value, and self harmonic frequency. Specialized microwave ceramic systems and low ESL/inverted structures are widely used in the GHz and above frequency bands, while the other end is developing towards "smaller size+higher capacitance". 0201 and even 01005 RF capacitors are deeply penetrating in mobile phones and RF front-end SiP, while the proportion of array capacitors and integrated capacitor networks is increasing in decoupling applications around MIMO and antenna arrays; In terms of terminal application structure, it has gradually evolved from a dual wheel drive of "consumer electronics+base station" in the past to a diversified structure of "smartphone/RF front-end module+high-frequency base station/small base station+vehicle radar and vehicle networking+high reliability military/aerospace". Among them, AEC-Q200 level automotive specifications and high-Q capacitors for radar are one of the fastest-growing sub markets. In terms of supply pattern, high-end RF microwave MLCCs are still highly concentrated in the hands of Japanese, European and American leaders, with typical characteristics of strong formula, stacking process, microstructure design and reliability standard closure, overall bargaining power, and relatively firm prices; Korean, Taiwanese, and some Chinese manufacturers have formed certain mass production capabilities in mid to low frequency RF decoupling and X7R series, but are still catching up in areas such as ultra-high frequency, high Q value, small-sized C0G/NP0, and low ESL/inverted structure. Domestic substitution will prioritize decoupling/bypass products below 2-3GHz. From a cost and profit perspective, RF microwave MLCCs are highly dependent on high-purity powders, electrode slurries, and precision stacking and sintering equipment at the material end. The yield and process window control difficulty are much higher than ordinary MLCCs, resulting in generally higher single chip added value and gross profit margin than general products. However, they are also susceptible to downstream cyclical fluctuations, leading to a situation where "once production capacity is increased, prices will decline". Overall, my judgment is that RF microwave MLCC will continue to grow faster than the overall MLCC industry in the next 5-7 years, with high-frequency vehicle mounted radar, RF front-end SiP, and new generation WiFi/satellite communication being the main incremental directions. At the same time, we should be wary of two types of structural changes - one is that more passive devices are integrated into SiP, LTCC, IPD, etc., which may partially replace the number of discrete capacitors in high-end models, and the other is the usage compression brought about by system level architecture optimization. However, the overall trend of "more frequency bands, more channels, and more antennas" will offset some of the substitution effects, which is still a structurally favorable track for high-quality high-frequency MLCC manufacturers.
This report studies the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor total production and demand, 2021-2032, (M Units)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (M Units), (based on production site)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (M Units)
U.S. VS China: RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (M Units)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (M Units)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (M Units)
This report profiles key players in the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Kyocera AVX(ATC), Knowles, Murata, Exxelia Group, Johanson Technology, Dalian DaliCap Technology, Vishay, Kemet (Yageo), Presidio Components, Tecate Group, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (M Units) and average price (US$/K Units) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, Segmentation by Type:
Package Size 0402
Package Size 0603
Package Size 0505
Package Size 0805
Package Size 1210
Package Size 2225
Package Size 3838
Others
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, Segmentation by Capacitance Value:
Capacitance Value<100pF
Capacitance Value 100-1000pF
Capacitance Value 1000-5000pF
Capacitance Value>5000pF
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, Segmentation by Medium Material:
High Q value
High Dielectric Constant
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, Segmentation by Application:
Mobile Communication Base Station
Military Electronics (Radio & Radar)
Magnetic Resonance Medical Equipment
Rail Transit Signal Equipment
RF Power Supply
Testing and Analysis Instruments
Others
Companies Profiled:
Kyocera AVX(ATC)
Knowles
Murata
Exxelia Group
Johanson Technology
Dalian DaliCap Technology
Vishay
Kemet (Yageo)
Presidio Components
Tecate Group
Darfon
American Function Materials
Walsin
Beijing Yuanliu Hongyuan Electronic Technology
Kete Microwave Electronics
Chengdu Hongming&Uestc New Material Co.,LTD
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
2. What is the demand of the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor refers to MLCC used in electronic RF microwave circuits, belonging to Class I ceramic capacitor category. It uses precious metals such as palladium and silver as internal electrodes, and compared with conventional MLCC, it has the characteristics of high Q value, high self resonant frequency, low ESR, low loss, and high reliability. Radio Frequency (RF) generally refers to electromagnetic waves with a frequency range of 300kHz to 300GHz, while Microwave generally refers to electromagnetic waves with a frequency range of 300MHz to 300GHz, located in the high-frequency part of the RF frequency band. In the entire electromagnetic spectrum, radio frequency/microwave is located between ordinary radio waves and infrared, and is the highest frequency radio wave. Its bandwidth is more than 1000 times larger than the sum of all ordinary radio wave bands, and it can carry a huge amount of information.In 2024, global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production reached approximately 6,394 M Units, with an average global market price of around US$ 149 per k unit.The annual production capacity of a single production line is 200 million pieces, with a gross profit margin of about 30%.
Raw material cost is about 50%–60%; manufacturing cost is about 20%–35%; labor cost is about 10%–15%.
RF microwave multilayer ceramic capacitors are mainly affected by 5G/6G communication WiFi 6/7、 Driven by RF front-end modules, vehicle mounted 77GHz radar, V2X communication, satellite communication, and military radar, the overall demand is growing at a medium to high speed. Among them, the growth rate of high-frequency, high-Q C0G/NP0, and low ESL RF products is significantly higher than that of general MLCC; At the product level, one end is evolving towards higher frequencies and lower losses, emphasizing the dielectric loss tangent, Q value, and self harmonic frequency. Specialized microwave ceramic systems and low ESL/inverted structures are widely used in the GHz and above frequency bands, while the other end is developing towards "smaller size+higher capacitance". 0201 and even 01005 RF capacitors are deeply penetrating in mobile phones and RF front-end SiP, while the proportion of array capacitors and integrated capacitor networks is increasing in decoupling applications around MIMO and antenna arrays; In terms of terminal application structure, it has gradually evolved from a dual wheel drive of "consumer electronics+base station" in the past to a diversified structure of "smartphone/RF front-end module+high-frequency base station/small base station+vehicle radar and vehicle networking+high reliability military/aerospace". Among them, AEC-Q200 level automotive specifications and high-Q capacitors for radar are one of the fastest-growing sub markets. In terms of supply pattern, high-end RF microwave MLCCs are still highly concentrated in the hands of Japanese, European and American leaders, with typical characteristics of strong formula, stacking process, microstructure design and reliability standard closure, overall bargaining power, and relatively firm prices; Korean, Taiwanese, and some Chinese manufacturers have formed certain mass production capabilities in mid to low frequency RF decoupling and X7R series, but are still catching up in areas such as ultra-high frequency, high Q value, small-sized C0G/NP0, and low ESL/inverted structure. Domestic substitution will prioritize decoupling/bypass products below 2-3GHz. From a cost and profit perspective, RF microwave MLCCs are highly dependent on high-purity powders, electrode slurries, and precision stacking and sintering equipment at the material end. The yield and process window control difficulty are much higher than ordinary MLCCs, resulting in generally higher single chip added value and gross profit margin than general products. However, they are also susceptible to downstream cyclical fluctuations, leading to a situation where "once production capacity is increased, prices will decline". Overall, my judgment is that RF microwave MLCC will continue to grow faster than the overall MLCC industry in the next 5-7 years, with high-frequency vehicle mounted radar, RF front-end SiP, and new generation WiFi/satellite communication being the main incremental directions. At the same time, we should be wary of two types of structural changes - one is that more passive devices are integrated into SiP, LTCC, IPD, etc., which may partially replace the number of discrete capacitors in high-end models, and the other is the usage compression brought about by system level architecture optimization. However, the overall trend of "more frequency bands, more channels, and more antennas" will offset some of the substitution effects, which is still a structurally favorable track for high-quality high-frequency MLCC manufacturers.
This report studies the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor total production and demand, 2021-2032, (M Units)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (M Units), (based on production site)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (M Units)
U.S. VS China: RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (M Units)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (M Units)
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (M Units)
This report profiles key players in the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Kyocera AVX(ATC), Knowles, Murata, Exxelia Group, Johanson Technology, Dalian DaliCap Technology, Vishay, Kemet (Yageo), Presidio Components, Tecate Group, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (M Units) and average price (US$/K Units) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, Segmentation by Type:
Package Size 0402
Package Size 0603
Package Size 0505
Package Size 0805
Package Size 1210
Package Size 2225
Package Size 3838
Others
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, Segmentation by Capacitance Value:
Capacitance Value<100pF
Capacitance Value 100-1000pF
Capacitance Value 1000-5000pF
Capacitance Value>5000pF
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, Segmentation by Medium Material:
High Q value
High Dielectric Constant
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Market, Segmentation by Application:
Mobile Communication Base Station
Military Electronics (Radio & Radar)
Magnetic Resonance Medical Equipment
Rail Transit Signal Equipment
RF Power Supply
Testing and Analysis Instruments
Others
Companies Profiled:
Kyocera AVX(ATC)
Knowles
Murata
Exxelia Group
Johanson Technology
Dalian DaliCap Technology
Vishay
Kemet (Yageo)
Presidio Components
Tecate Group
Darfon
American Function Materials
Walsin
Beijing Yuanliu Hongyuan Electronic Technology
Kete Microwave Electronics
Chengdu Hongming&Uestc New Material Co.,LTD
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
2. What is the demand of the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
146 Pages
- 1 Supply Summary
- 2 Demand Summary
- 3 World Manufacturers Competitive Analysis
- 4 United States VS China VS Rest of the World
- 5 Market Analysis by Type
- 6 Market Analysis by Application
- 7 Company Profiles
- 8 Industry Chain Analysis
- 9 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 10 Appendix
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