The Global Wafer Polishing Materials Market was valued at USD 3.12 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 4.86 Billion by 2030, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during the forecast period (2024–2030). This growth is being driven by increasing demand for advanced semiconductors, the ongoing global chip shortage, and the accelerating adoption of Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) solutions across 300mm wafer fabrication facilities worldwide.
As the semiconductor industry advances toward smaller nodes and 3D packaging, the spotlight is on the key materials suppliers who are driving innovation, precision, and next-generation manufacturing capabilities. In this blog, we profile the Top 10 Companies in the Wafer Polishing Materials Industry—a mix of chemical giants, material science innovators, and CMP technology pioneers shaping the future of global semiconductor production.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Wafer Polishing Materials, with both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Wafer Polishing Materials. This report contains market size and forecasts of Wafer Polishing Materials in global, including the following market information:
- Global Wafer Polishing Materials Market Revenue, 2018-2023, 2024-2035, ($ millions)
- Global Wafer Polishing Materials Market Sales, 2018-2023, 2024-2035, (Kiloton)
- Global top five Wafer Polishing Materials companies in 2022 (%)
The global Wafer Polishing Materials market was valued at US$ million in 2022 and is projected to reach US$ million by 2035, at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period. The influence of COVID-19 and the Russia-Ukraine War were considered while estimating market sizes.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at $ Million in 2022, While China is Forecast to Reach $ Million.
CMP Slurry Segment to Reach $ Million by 2035, with a 6.2% CAGR in next six years.
The global key manufacturers of Wafer Polishing Materials include DuPont, CMC Materials, FUJIBO, TWI Incorporated, JSR Micro, 3M, FNS TECH, IVT Technologies Co, Ltd. and SKC, etc. in 2022, the global top five players have a share approximately % in terms of revenue.
We surveyed the Wafer Polishing Materials manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and industry experts on this industry, involving the sales, revenue, demand, price change, product type, recent development and plan, industry trends, drivers, challenges, obstacles, and potential risks.
Total Market by Segment:
- CMP Slurry
- CMP Pads
- Post CMP Cleaning Solution
- Others
- 300 mm Wafer
- 200 mm Wafer
- 150 mm Wafer
- Others
- North America (United States, Canada, Mexico)
- Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Rest of APAC)
- The Middle East and Africa (Middle East, Africa)
- South and Central America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of SCA)
- Key companies Wafer Polishing Materials revenues in global market, 2018-2023 (Estimated), ($ millions)
- Key companies Wafer Polishing Materials revenues share in global market, 2022 (%)
- Key companies Wafer Polishing Materials sales in global market, 2018-2023 (Estimated), (Kiloton)
- Key companies Wafer Polishing Materials sales share in global market, 2022 (%)
Key players include:
- DuPont
- CMC Materials
- FUJIBO
- TWI Incorporated
- JSR Micro
- 3M
- FNS TECH
- IVT Technologies Co, Ltd.
- SKC
- Hubei Dinglong
- Fujimi Incorporated
- Fujifilm
- Hitachi Chemical
- Saint-Gobain
- Asahi Glass
- Ace Nanochem
- WEC Group
- KC Tech
- BASF SE
- Entegris
- Technic
- Solexir
- JT Baker (Avantor)
- Versum Materials (Merck KGaA)
- Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
- Kanto Chemical Company, Inc.
- Ferro (UWiZ Technology)
- Anji Microelectronics
- Soulbrain
Outline of Major Chapters:
Chapter 1: Introduces the definition of Wafer Polishing Materials, market overview.
Chapter 2: Global Wafer Polishing Materials market size in revenue and volume.
Chapter 3: Detailed analysis of Wafer Polishing Materials manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 5: Provides the analysis of various market segments by application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 6: Sales of Wafer Polishing Materials in regional level and country level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and its main countries and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space of each country in the world.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Global Wafer Polishing Materials capacity by region & country.
Chapter 9: Introduces the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 10: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 11: The main points and conclusions of the report.
🔟 1. CMC Materials, Inc. (now Entegris)
Headquarters: Aurora, Illinois, USA (post-acquisition integration)
Key Offering: CMP Slurries, CMP Pads, Post-CMP Cleaning Chemicals
CMC Materials, a global leader in electronic materials acquired by Entegris in 2022, provides advanced CMP slurries for semiconductor wafer manufacturing. Their product portfolio includes copper, tungsten, and dielectric slurries optimized for various technology nodes from legacy to advanced sub-7nm processes.
Technology Leadership:
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Specialized slurries for FinFET and GAA transistor architectures
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Strategic focus on next-generation materials for EUV lithography compatibility
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Patented nanoparticle technologies enabling superior planarization performance
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9️⃣ 2. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
Headquarters: Wilmington, Delaware, USA
Key Offering: CMP Slurries, Post-CMP Cleaners, Electronic Chemicals
DuPont offers a comprehensive portfolio of wafer polishing materials through its Electronics & Industrial division. Their CMP technologies enable manufacturers to achieve the ultra-flat surfaces required for advanced semiconductor devices.
Technology Leadership:
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Advanced cleaning solutions for defect reduction
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TaoFlux® CMP pads with engineered groove patterns
8️⃣ 3. FUJIBO Group
Headquarters: Osaka, Japan
Key Offering: CMP Pads, Polishing Cloths, Substrates
FUJIBO is a leading manufacturer of polishing pads and buffing cloths for semiconductor applications. Their high-performance pads deliver consistent removal rates and excellent uniformity across 300mm wafers.
Technology Leadership:
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Proprietary polyester fiber technologies
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Specialized pads for silicon, compound semiconductors, and MEMS devices
7️⃣ 4. JSR Corporation
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Key Offering: CMP Slurries, Advanced Packaging Materials
JSR Micro manufactures a wide range of CMP slurries for semiconductor manufacturing. Their materials are optimized for copper, tungsten, and silicon oxide polishing applications across multiple technology nodes.
Technology Leadership:
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High-performance slurries for memory and logic devices
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Collaborative development with leading semiconductor manufacturers
6️⃣ 5. Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Key Offering: CMP Slurries, Post-CMP Cleaning Chemicals
Fujifilm’s Electronic Materials business develops advanced CMP slurries and cleaning solutions. Their materials address the challenging requirements of advanced 3D NAND and DRAM memory devices.
Technology Leadership:
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Nano-dispersion technologies for stable slurry formulations
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Focus on defect reduction and process optimization
5️⃣ 6. BASF SE
Headquarters: Ludwigshafen, Germany
Key Offering: CMP Slurries, Slurry Components, Process Chemicals
BASF’s Electronic Materials division supplies high-purity chemicals and CMP slurries to the semiconductor industry. Their global manufacturing network ensures consistent supply to major foundries and IDMs.
Technology Leadership:
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Specialized abrasives and chemical additives for CMP applications
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Commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices
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4️⃣ 7. Fujimi Incorporated
Headquarters: Kiyosu, Aichi, Japan
Key Offering: CMP Slurries, Precision Abrasives
Fujimi is a global leader in precision abrasive technologies for semiconductor manufacturing. Their CMP slurries deliver superior performance for silicon, silicon dioxide, and metal polishing applications.
Technology Leadership:
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High-purity cerium oxide and silica-based slurries
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Global manufacturing capabilities supporting semiconductor supply chains
3️⃣ 8. 3M Company
Headquarters: Maplewood, Minnesota, USA
Key Offering: CMP Slurries, CMP Pads, Filtration Systems
3M’s Electronics Materials Solutions Division provides comprehensive CMP materials and systems. Their products include advanced polishing pads and high-performance slurries for leading-edge semiconductor processes.
Technology Leadership:
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Trizact™ CMP pads with micro-replication technology for precise surface planarization across various materials including silicon, gallium arsenide, and sapphire.
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2️⃣ 9. Saint-Gobain
Headquarters: Courbevoie, France
Key Offering: CMP Pads, Carrier Pads, Polishing SolutionsSaint-Gobain’s Performance Ceramics & Refractories division supplies advanced CMP conditioning disks and polishing consumables. Their materials ensure consistent CMP pad performance and extended tool lifetime.
Technology Leadership:
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Advanced ceramic materials for semiconductor processing
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Customized solutions for specific CMP process requirements
1️⃣ 10. Ferro Corporation (now UWiZ Technology)
Headquarters: Mayfield Heights, Ohio, USA
Key Offering: CMP Slurries, Electronic Grade Powders, Functional CoatingsFerro’s Electronic Materials group, now part of UWiZ Technology, develops customized CMP slurries and functional coatings for semiconductor applications.
Technology Leadership:
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Nanoparticle technology platforms for advanced CMP formulations
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Specialized slurries for advanced packaging and heterogenous integration applications
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🌍 Outlook: The Future of Wafer Polishing Materials Is More Precise and Inteellgent
The wafer polishing materials market is undergoing a fundamental transformation. While traditional CMP consumables still dominate in volume, the industry is investing heavily in atomic-scale planarization, advanced materials science, and smart manufacturing systems.
📈 Key Trends Shaping the Market:
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Transition to sub-3nm technology nodes requiring angstrom-level precision
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Increasing demand for 300mm wafer processing capacity
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Growing importance of advanced packaging and 3D integration technologies
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Integration of Industry 4.0 technologies for real-time process monitoring and optimization
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Rise of compound semiconductors and specialty materials for power electronics and RF applications
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The companies listed above are not only supplying global semiconductor manufacturing—they’re driving the precision manufacturing revolution that enables the entire digital economy.
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