Trichlorosilane Market by Production Process (Direct Chlorination and Hydrochlorination), Application (Polycrystalline Silicon and Silane Coupling Agent), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2023 – 2031
The global trichlorosilane market size was USD XX Mn in 2022 and is likely to reach USD XX Mn by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of XX % during 2023–2031. The market growth is characterized by the phenomenal growth of the semiconductor industry and the use of trichlorosilane in solar energy production.
Trichlorosilane is a colorless, volatile inorganic chemical compound derived by treating powdered metallurgical grade silicon with hydrogen. Trichlorosilane is represented with the formula SiHCI3 and has a sharp acidic odor.
Most integrated electronic circuits are built upon silicon wafers made up of purified trichlorosilane. Trichlorosilane is used as a raw material to produce monochlorosilane, dichlorosilane, and silane which are used as a foundation molecule for semiconductor manufacturing. Trichlorosilane is produced at a commercial scale using hydrochlorination, hydrogenation, and chlorination.
The demand for semiconductors is largely driven by digital transformation, the widespread adoption of smartphones, and the pandemic-induced shift toward work-from-home culture. The rise of autonomous vehicles and smart infrastructure further accelerates the semiconductor industry’s growth. The rising adoption of electric vehicles and intelligent technologies to enhance the consumer experience boosts the semiconductor industry.
The policymakers are advising industry players to adopt renewable energy sources due to concern for climate change and achieving sustainability goals. Solar energy is one of the most preferred renewable energy forms. Processed trichlorosilane is used as a raw material to produce solar-grade silicon required in the production of photovoltaic cells with high energy efficiency and
Trichlorosilane is widely used in the manufacturing of polycrystalline silicon and semiconductor silicon. Polycrystalline silicon and semiconductor silicon are used in integrated electronic circuits as the base materials. Trichlorosilane is used in the formation of silicon-containing complex chemicals due to ubiquitous availability and reactivity.
The COVID-19 pandemic affected the market, due to lockdown measures and subsequent factory closures. The factory operations were hampered during the pandemic period owing to the temporary closure of manufacturing facilities and supply chain disruptions of raw materials during the pandemic period.
Trichlorosilane Market Dynamics
Drivers
Growing demand for trichlorosilane to manufacture polycrystalline silicon which is widely used for various applications in the solar industry. The demand is rapidly growing owing to the extensive use of trichlorosilane to make transistors and to make silicon which is used in the manufacturing process of semiconductors.
Restraints
Trichlorosilane is volatile and flammable compound. Accidents are likely to happen during the handling of the trichlorosilane compound in an industrial setup. The high cost involved in the storage and handling of the trichlorosilane compound is expected to hinder the market.
Opportunities
Rising demand for renewable energy for achieving sustainability goals and supportive government policies for renewable energy adoption is expected to create significant opportunities for the market. Photovoltaic cells are used to convert and store solar energy into electrical energy. Trichlorosilane is used in the production of photovoltaic solar cells in solar systems due to high energy efficiency and productivity.
Scope of the Trichlorosilane Market Report
The market report includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes |
Details |
Report Title |
Trichlorosilane Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2022 |
Historic Data |
2016–2021 |
Forecast Period |
2023–2031 |
Segmentation |
Production Process (Direct Chlorination and Hydrochlorination), and Application (Polycrystalline Silicon and Silane Coupling Agent) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
Gruppo SIAD; Wacker Chemie AG; Gelest Inc.; Schill + Seilacher "Struktol" GmbH; PCC SE; Momentive; Nanjing Shuguang Chemical Group Co., Ltd.; Dow; CHT Germany GmbH; SEMI; 3M; Anabond; China National Bluestar (Group) Co, Ltd.; DuPont de Nemours, Inc.; and American Elements |
Trichlorosilane Market Segment Insights
Based on production process, the trichlorosilane market is bifurcated into direct chlorination and hydrochlorination. The hydrochlorination segment is expected to expand at a significant growth rate during the projection period owing to massive production efficiency, low manufacturing costs, and ongoing technological advancements. Trichlorosilane is produced using a hydrochlorination procedure. Hydrogen chloride is treated with metallurgical-grade silicon at 300 degrees centigrade to produce trichlorosilane. The hydrochlorination process allows manufacturers to produce trichlorosilane in large quantities.
On the basis of application, the global market is divided into polycrystalline silicon and silane coupling agent. The silane coupling agent segment is projected to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period due to the rising use of silane coupling agents in the automotive, construction, electronics, and energy sectors. Silane coupling agents are preferred due to enhanced thermal stability, surface strength, chemical resistance, and anti-corrosion properties.
In terms of region, the global trichlorosilane market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific is expected to dominate the market during the projection period owing to the expansion of the electronics industry in the region. Asia Pacific houses the majority of consumer electronics industry players. Semiconductors required in electronics products are made up of compounds such as trichlorosilane and cadmium selenide. Moreover, growing popularity of solar energy in the region boosts the market.
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Trichlorosilane Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. Trichlorosilane Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Trichlorosilane Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Trichlorosilane Market Forecast
4.5.1. Trichlorosilane Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Trichlorosilane Market Size (000’ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Trichlorosilane Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Trichlorosilane Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
5.3. Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
5.3.1. Polycrystalline Silicon
5.3.2. Silane Coupling Agent
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Applications
6. Global Trichlorosilane Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
6.3. Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
6.3.1. North America
6.3.2. Latin America
6.3.3. Europe
6.3.4. Asia Pacific
6.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
6.6. Global Trichlorosilane Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
7. North America Trichlorosilane Market Analysis and Forecast
7.1. Introduction
7.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
7.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
7.2. North America Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
7.2.1. U.S.
7.2.2. Canada
7.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
7.4. North America Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
7.4.1. Polycrystalline Silicon
7.4.2. Silane Coupling Agent
7.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
7.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
7.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
7.7.1. By Country
7.7.2. By Product Type
7.7.3. By Application
7.8. North America Trichlorosilane Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. Latin America Trichlorosilane Market Analysis and Forecast
8.1. Introduction
8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
8.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
8.2. Latin America Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
8.2.1. Brazil
8.2.2. Mexico
8.2.3. Rest of Latin America
8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
8.4. Latin America Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
8.4.1. Polycrystalline Silicon
8.4.2. Silane Coupling Agent
8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
8.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
8.7.1. By Country
8.7.2. By Product Type
8.7.3. By Application
8.8. Latin America Trichlorosilane Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Europe Trichlorosilane Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
9.2. Europe Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. Germany
9.2.2. France
9.2.3. Italy
9.2.4. U.K.
9.2.5. Spain
9.2.6. Russia
9.2.7. Rest of Europe
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. Europe Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
9.4.1. Polycrystalline Silicon
9.4.2. Silane Coupling Agent
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
9.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.7.1. By Country
9.7.2. By Product Type
9.7.3. By Application
9.8. Europe Trichlorosilane Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Asia Pacific Trichlorosilane Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Asia Pacific Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. China
10.2.2. Japan
10.2.3. South Korea
10.2.4. India
10.2.5. Australia
10.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Asia Pacific Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
10.4.1. Polycrystalline Silicon
10.4.2. Silane Coupling Agent
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
10.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.7.1. By Country
10.7.2. By Product Type
10.7.3. By Application
10.8. Asia Pacific Trichlorosilane Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Middle East & Africa Trichlorosilane Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Middle East & Africa Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. Saudi Arabia
11.2.2. South Africa
11.2.3. UAE
11.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Middle East & Africa Trichlorosilane Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
11.4.1. Polycrystalline Silicon
11.4.2. Silane Coupling Agent
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
11.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.7.1. By Country
11.7.2. By Product Type
11.7.3. By Application
11.8. Middle East & Africa Trichlorosilane Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Competition Landscape
12.1. Global Trichlorosilane Market: Market Share Analysis
12.2. Trichlorosilane Distributors and Customers
12.3. Trichlorosilane Market: Competitive Dashboard
12.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
12.4.1. Gruppo SIAD
12.4.2. Dow
12.4.3. Wacker Chemie AG
12.4.4. Gelest Inc.
12.4.5. Schill + Seilacher "Struktol" GmbH; PCC SE
12.4.6. Momentive
12.4.7. Nanjing Shuguang Chemical Group Co., Ltd.
12.4.8. Dow
12.4.9. CHT Germany GmbH
12.4.10. SEMI
12.4.11. 3M
12.4.12. Anabond
12.4.13. Gelest Inc.
12.4.14. China National Bluestar (Group) Co, Ltd.
12.4.15. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
12.4.16. American Elements