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Global Automotive MIM Part Market Growth 2025-2031

Published Aug 07, 2025
Length 160 Pages
SKU # LPI20289527

Description

The global Automotive MIM Part market size is predicted to grow from US$ 806 million in 2025 to US$ 1412 million in 2031; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.8% from 2025 to 2031.

The impact of the latest U.S. tariff measures and the corresponding policy responses from countries worldwide on market competitiveness, regional economic performance, and supply chain configurations will be comprehensively evaluated in this report.

Automotive MIM Parts are high-precision, durable metal components used in vehicles, manufactured through the Metal Injection Molding (MIM) process. MIM is a specialized fabrication technique that blends the design flexibility of plastic injection molding with the strength and durability of metal materials. This process enables the production of intricate, high-performance metal parts that are difficult or costly to manufacture using traditional methods such as machining, casting, or forging. Automotive MIM parts typically include small, complex components found in engines, fuel systems, transmission assemblies, locking mechanisms, sensors, and various under-the-hood and interior applications where dimensional precision and mechanical reliability are crucial.

The MIM process starts with a formulation of fine metal powders mixed with a thermoplastic binder to create a moldable feedstock. This feedstock is injected into precision molds to form the desired part shape. After molding, the binder is removed through a debinding process, and the part is then sintered at high temperatures to fuse the metal particles into a solid, dense structure. The result is a component with a density of over 95% of wrought metal and properties that often match or exceed those of traditionally produced parts. This makes MIM a highly effective solution for producing small to medium-sized metal components that require high strength, corrosion resistance, and fatigue endurance—key requirements in the automotive industry.

Automotive manufacturers are increasingly turning to MIM technology to meet growing demands for lightweighting, miniaturization, and efficiency. As vehicles become more complex, incorporating more electronics, safety features, and performance systems, the number of precision components required has surged. MIM is uniquely suited to fulfill this need due to its ability to mass-produce small, intricate parts with excellent repeatability and minimal material waste. Common MIM automotive components include turbocharger vanes, actuator housings, gear systems, valve components, injector parts, locking levers, and seat belt components.

From a market standpoint, the use of MIM parts in the automotive sector has seen significant growth and is projected to expand further. The global automotive MIM market is driven by several factors, including rising vehicle production, especially in developing economies, stringent emission regulations, and the automotive industry's push toward electrification and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). These trends demand more efficient, reliable, and lightweight components—criteria that MIM meets effectively. The integration of MIM technology helps reduce assembly steps, lower production costs for complex parts, and enable the use of high-performance materials like stainless steel, tool steel, and nickel alloys.

Asia-Pacific currently leads the global automotive MIM market due to the presence of large-scale automotive manufacturing hubs in China, Japan, South Korea, and India. These countries benefit from strong supply chains and lower production costs. Europe and North America also remain key regions, driven by innovation in automotive design, the presence of luxury vehicle manufacturers, and increasing investment in electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid technologies. Notably, MIM is gaining traction in the production of EV components, particularly for compact, high-strength parts used in battery management systems, electric drivetrains, and thermal management modules.

In conclusion, Automotive MIM Parts represent a vital advancement in metal component manufacturing, offering a compelling solution for producing complex, high-strength parts at scale. With the continued evolution of the automotive industry—especially toward electrification, automation, and sustainability—the role of MIM is expected to grow substantially. Its unique ability to meet the sector’s rising performance and design demands positions MIM as a key enabling technology for the future of automotive engineering.

LP Information, Inc. (LPI) ' newest research report, the “Automotive MIM Part Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Automotive MIM Part sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Automotive MIM Part sales for 2025 through 2031. With Automotive MIM Part sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Automotive MIM Part industry.

This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Automotive MIM Part landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Automotive MIM Part portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Automotive MIM Part market.

This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Automotive MIM Part and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Automotive MIM Part.

This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Automotive MIM Part market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.

Segmentation by Type:
Turbocharged Parts
Regulating Rings
Injector Parts
Vane
Gearboxes
Power Steering Components
Other

Segmentation by Application:
Passenger Cars
Commercial Vehicles

This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries

The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
Indo-Mim
OptiMIM
ARC Group
Ecrimesa Group
Smith Metal Products
Netshape Technologies (MPP)
Uneec
Sintex
CMG Technologies
Future High-Tech
ATW Companies
Nippon Piston Ring
Tanfel
Schunk
Amphenol Corporation
CN Innovations
Shin Zu Shing
GIAN
Parmaco Metal Injection Molding AG
Dou Yee Technologies
Union Precision Technologies Group
Nbtm New Materials Group
KERSEN
Shenzhen Evenwin Precision Technology
Freewon China

Key Questions Addressed in this Report

What is the 10-year outlook for the global Automotive MIM Part market?

What factors are driving Automotive MIM Part market growth, globally and by region?

Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?

How do Automotive MIM Part market opportunities vary by end market size?

How does Automotive MIM Part break out by Type, by Application?

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Table of Contents

160 Pages
*This is a tentative TOC and the final deliverable is subject to change.*
1 Scope of the Report
2 Executive Summary
3 Global by Company
4 World Historic Review for Automotive MIM Part by Geographic Region
5 Americas
6 APAC
7 Europe
8 Middle East & Africa
9 Market Drivers, Challenges and Trends
10 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis
11 Marketing, Distributors and Customer
12 World Forecast Review for Automotive MIM Part by Geographic Region
13 Key Players Analysis
14 Research Findings and Conclusion
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