Global Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card market size was valued at US$ 151 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 278 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 9.0% during review period.
IC testing packages require increased size and greater precision in silicon wafer pad positioning to reduce the number of tests. These test tool ceramic packages are used in running electrical tests with probes (needles) brought into contact with IC (wafer) terminals. They are used as relay substrates to mechanically and electrically connect the probe and PCB in the probe card. Thin film technologies are used to form high-precision terminals on alumina ceramic multilayer substrates of over 20 layers.
The future development trends of Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card are mainly:
1. Higher test density
With the continuous advancement of integrated circuit (IC) technology, the integration of chips is getting higher and higher, especially the demand for system-on-chip (SoC), AI chips and high-performance computing chips has driven the increase in test density. Probe card substrates will need to support more probes (with higher probe arrangement density) to achieve comprehensive testing of chips. The substrate will develop towards higher precision and finer structures to meet this high-density testing demand.
2. More miniaturization and high integration
In order to adapt to modern electronic devices and high-density packaging technologies (such as 3D packaging, system-level packaging (SiP)), probe card substrates will tend to be miniaturized and highly integrated. This will not only reduce space occupancy, but also improve test efficiency. Miniaturization design will also make probe cards more suitable for portable and low-power devices.
3. Multifunctional integration
As chip testing requirements become more complex, substrates will not only play the role of mechanical support and electrical connection, but may also integrate more functions, such as temperature monitoring, humidity control, automatic adjustment, etc. For example, in high-power semiconductor testing, the substrate may need to integrate more heat dissipation technology or liquid cooling solutions to ensure test stability and accuracy.
4. Application of new materials
Ceramic substrates are still the mainstream material, but with the demand for higher efficiency and lower cost, composite substrates (such as ceramic and metal composites, ceramic and plastic composites) and glass substrates are expected to become new development directions. New materials will improve the thermal management performance, mechanical strength, corrosion resistance and signal transmission efficiency of the substrate, and help reduce production costs.
5. Automation and intelligence
As the semiconductor manufacturing and testing process develops towards intelligence and automation, the probe card substrate will be closely integrated with automated testing equipment and intelligent diagnostic systems to improve test accuracy, efficiency and reliability. The substrate may integrate intelligent control systems, such as real-time monitoring of temperature, pressure, and displacement, to optimize the test process and reduce manual intervention.
6. Cost optimization and domestic substitution
As the global semiconductor industry gradually moves towards localized production and domestic substitution, the production of probe card substrates will pay more attention to reducing costs. The rapid growth of the Chinese market may also prompt more local manufacturers to invest in the research and development of probe card substrates, driving further cost reductions.
In terms of consumption, North America is currently the world's largest consumer market, accounting for 29.06% of the sales market share in 2024, followed by Japan and South Korea, accounting for 23.16% and 10.12% of the sales market share respectively. It is expected that in the next few years, the localization substitution and independent research and development process of China's semiconductor industry will accelerate, and the demand for probe cards in the domestic market will grow rapidly. With the development of domestic semiconductor equipment and material technology, localization substitution has become a trend of future development. The market for Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card in China has the fastest growth, with a CAGR of approximately 17.00% during 2025-2031.
From the production side, the Ceramic Substrate for Probe Cards are currently basically concentrated in Japan and South Korea, which are two important production areas, accounting for 67.03% and 28.68% of the market share in 2024 respectively. Due to the high monopoly of the semiconductor test probe card substrate market, the core technology is in the hands of Japanese and Korean companies. It is expected that Japan and South Korea will still firmly occupy the core position in the next few years. With the research and development results of Chinese company Shanghai Zefeng Semiconductor Technology on MEMS probes and Ceramic Substrate for Probe Cards, more and more Chinese local companies will gradually increase their technology research and development and market penetration in the field of probe cards and substrates. It is expected that in the next few years, China will maintain the fastest growth rate, and the share is expected to reach 2.93% in 2031.
In terms of product types, 300mm Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card occupy an important position. 300mm substrates are mainly used for testing high-end chips, high-density packaging and advanced processes, and are suitable for large-scale mass production. With the continuous advancement of chip manufacturing technology, 300mm substrates are becoming mainstream, especially in high-end processes and high-performance chip testing. It is expected that the market demand for 300mm substrates will continue to grow in the next few years. The sales market share of 300mm substrates in 2024 is 83.96%, and it is expected to reach 89.42% in 2031. At the same time, in terms of application, DRAM's sales share in 2024 is about 44.62%, and the CAGR in the next few years is about 13.72%.
From the perspective of manufacturers, semiconductor test probe card substrate manufacturers are highly concentrated worldwide, and only a few can mass-produce and supply Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card. The main manufacturers include Kyocera, SEMCNS Co., Ltd, Niterra (NTK), IMTech Plus, LTCC Materials, FINE CERATECH INC., Shanghai Zefeng Semiconductor Technology, etc. In 2024, the first-tier manufacturers in the world are mainly Kyocera, which has a market share of about 42.73%; the second-tier manufacturers are SEMCNS Co., Ltd and Niterra (NTK), which have a total share of 43.13%.
The future development of Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card will be driven by multiple factors, mainly including the continuous evolution of semiconductor processes, innovation in packaging technology, the rise of high-performance computing and AI chips, and the increase in cost control and environmental protection needs. Future probe card substrates will tend to be high-density, high-integration, miniaturized, low-cost and multi-functional designs, and technological innovation will continue to drive semiconductor testing technology towards higher precision and higher efficiency. At the same time, with the advancement of domestic substitution, the Chinese market will also become a key driving force for the development of probe card substrates.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card 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 Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and average selling prices (US$/Unit), 2020-2031
Global Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Units), and ASP (US$/Unit), 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 Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card
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 Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card 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 Kyocera, SEMCNS Co., Ltd, Niterra (NTK), IMTech Plus, LTCC Materials, FINE CERATECH INC., Shanghai Zenfocus, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card 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
Size: 300mm
Other Sizes: 200mm and 150mm
Market segment by Application
NAND Flash Memory
DRAM
Logic Devices
Others
Major players covered
Kyocera
SEMCNS Co., Ltd
Niterra (NTK)
IMTech Plus
LTCC Materials
FINE CERATECH INC.
Shanghai Zenfocus
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 Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card 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 Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card 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 Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Ceramic Substrate for Probe Card sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.