According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market size was valued at US$ 962 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 1220 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 3.4% during review period.
In 2025, global Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) production reached approximately 5.67 billion units, with an average global market price of around US$165 per thousand units. Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) are optical filter components used in smartphone camera modules to block or sharply attenuate infrared light while allowing visible light to pass through to the CMOS image sensor. Because image sensors are sensitive not only to visible light but also to near-infrared wavelengths, an IRCF is placed between the lens and the sensor to prevent infrared interference, improve color accuracy, reduce image distortion, and ensure that photos and videos appear closer to natural human vision.
The Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market is an important segment of the smartphone camera module supply chain, driven by the continuous upgrade of mobile imaging systems, including multi-camera designs, higher-resolution sensors, larger apertures, optical image stabilization, night photography, video recording, and computational photography. IRCFs are used between the lens and CMOS image sensor to block infrared light while allowing visible light to pass, helping smartphones achieve accurate color reproduction, better contrast, lower image noise, and more stable white balance under different lighting conditions. The upstream supply chain mainly includes optical glass, blue glass, resin substrates, coating materials, precision cutting and polishing equipment, vacuum coating equipment, and optical testing instruments; these materials and technologies determine the filter’s spectral performance, thickness, durability, and consistency. The midstream consists of IRCF manufacturers and optical component suppliers that process substrates, apply multilayer optical coatings, cut and assemble filters, and deliver customized products for different camera modules. The downstream includes camera module makers, smartphone OEMs, and consumer electronics brands, where demand is closely linked to smartphone shipment volume, the number of cameras per phone, and the specification upgrade of front, rear, ultra-wide, telephoto, macro, and depth-sensing cameras. In the future, the market is expected to develop toward thinner structures, higher light transmittance, lower reflection, better infrared cut-off precision, stronger environmental reliability, and better compatibility with compact and high-end camera modules. At the same time, the adoption of AI imaging, AR applications, high-pixel sensors, periscope lenses, and advanced night-shooting functions will further increase the technical requirements for IRCFs, encouraging manufacturers to improve coating processes, material selection, mass-production yield, and customized design capabilities. Overall, the Smartphone IRCF market will remain closely tied to smartphone camera innovation, with growth opportunities coming from camera performance upgrades, multi-camera penetration, and the shift toward higher-value optical components.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Channel. 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 Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M PCs), and average selling prices (US$/K PCs), 2021-2032
Global Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M PCs), and average selling prices (US$/K PCs), 2021-2032
Global Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market size and forecasts, by Type and by Channel, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (M PCs), and average selling prices (US$/K PCs), 2021-2032
Global Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (M PCs), and ASP (US$/K PCs), 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 Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF)
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 Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) 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 Crystal-Optech, Hubei Wufang Photoelectric, AGC, Hubei Doti-Micro Technology, OPTRONTEC, Tanaka Engineering, Fineco Optics Technology, Murakami, Hermosa Optics, TAMA ELECTRONICS, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market is split by Type and by Channel. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Channel in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
White Glass IR-Cut Filters (IRCF)
Blue Glass IR-Cut Filters (IRCF)
Others
Market segment by Cut-off Wavelength
Standard
Extended
Market segment by Transmission efficiency
High-transmission
Moderate-transmission
Market segment by Channel
Online
Offline
Major players covered
Crystal-Optech
Hubei Wufang Photoelectric
AGC
Hubei Doti-Micro Technology
OPTRONTEC
Tanaka Engineering
Fineco Optics Technology
Murakami
Hermosa Optics
TAMA ELECTRONICS
Suzhou Qimeng Crystal Material
Hangzhou MDK Opto Electronics
ROCOES Electro-optics
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 Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF), with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) 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 Channel, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Channel, 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 Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Channel, 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 Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF).
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Smartphone IR-Cut Filters (IRCF) sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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