According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market size was valued at US$ 1122 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 1645 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 5.7% during review period.
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 is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor 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 RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M Units), and average selling prices (US$/K Units), 2021-2032
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M Units), and average selling prices (US$/K Units), 2021-2032
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M Units), and average selling prices (US$/K Units), 2021-2032
Global RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (M Units), and ASP (US$/K Units), 2021-2026
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 RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor
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 RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor 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 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.
Market Segmentation
RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, 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
Package Size 0402
Package Size 0603
Package Size 0505
Package Size 0805
Package Size 1210
Package Size 2225
Package Size 3838
Others
Market segment by Capacitance Value
Capacitance Value<100pF
Capacitance Value 100-1000pF
Capacitance Value 1000-5000pF
Capacitance Value>5000pF
Market segment by Medium Material
High Q value
High Dielectric Constant
Market segment 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
Major players covered
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
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 RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
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 2021 to 2032.
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 2021 to 2026.and RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
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 RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe RF Microwave Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
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