Conductive & EMI shielding plastics for 5G & IoT market estimated to reach USD3,746.37 million
The development of smart cities relies heavily on a dense network of sensors and IoT devices. These devices generate EMI, which can disrupt sensitive electronics and degrade signal performance. Conductive plastics with EMI shielding properties help maintain reliable connectivity by blocking interference, thus supporting the infrastructure of smart cities.
As electronic devices become smaller, managing EMI within confined spaces becomes more challenging. Traditional metal shielding adds weight and limits design flexibility. Conductive plastics offer lightweight, space-saving alternatives that can be seamlessly integrated into miniaturized devices.
Market Segmentation
Product Types:
• Conductive Polymers: Held the largest market share in 2024, valued at USD 785.6 million. These materials are favored for their balance of conductivity and design flexibility. 
• Metal-Filled Plastics: Comprise a significant portion of the market, offering high conductivity and robust EMI shielding while maintaining design flexibility.
• Carbon-Based Plastics: Gaining traction due to their lightweight properties and recyclability, making them suitable for high-frequency shielding applications.
Applications:
• Antennas and Base Stations: Accounted for the largest application segment in 2024, with a market share of 31.90%. The deployment of 5G small cells and massive MIMO antennas drives demand for conductive and EMI shielding plastics to maintain network efficiency.
• Consumer Electronics: The proliferation of voice-controlled assistants and smart home devices increases the need for efficient EMI shielding solutions to prevent signal interference.
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Regional Insights
• Europe: Generated revenue of USD 160.4 million in 2024, with expectations to reach USD 279.4 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9.7% from 2025 to 2030. Conductive polymers were the largest revenue-generating product type in this region.
• United Kingdom: The UK market was valued at USD 33.2 million in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 59.1 million by 2030, with a CAGR of 10.1% from 2025 to 2030. Conductive polymers also dominated this market segment.
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