The global metal binder jetting market size is anticipated to reach USD 331.4 million by 2033, projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% from 2025 to 2033. Metal binder jetting industry is emerging as one of the fastest-scaling segments within the additive manufacturing ecosystem, driven by its ability to deliver production-grade metal parts with noticeably lower cost and higher throughput than laser-based systems. Manufacturers across the automotive, industrial machinery, and consumer electronics sectors are accelerating adoption as MBJ enables complex geometries, reduces material waste, and shortens lead times. With mainstream OEMs now validating binder-jetted components for serial production, the technology is transitioning from niche applications to a scalable manufacturing platform. This shift is reshaping demand for metal powders, post-processing solutions, and turnkey production lines.
A key force behind market expansion is the rapid increase in industrial-scale deployments, supported by improvements in sintering consistency, powder flow ability, and part density optimization. Large manufacturers are incorporating MBJ into hybrid manufacturing workflows, using it to replace traditional processes for lightweight brackets, housings, tooling inserts, and mid-volume components. The market is also benefiting from the growing availability of production-ready alloys, including stainless steels, tool steels, nickel-based alloys, and aluminum grades, which broadens the range of eligible applications. This widening materials portfolio is pushing demand beyond prototyping into commercially viable end-use part production.
As MBJ transitions into production environments, it is reshaping upstream supply chains, particularly in the metal powder manufacturing sector. The technology’s reliance on fine, highly spherical powders is driving demand for advanced atomization techniques and capacity expansion among powder suppliers. This shift presents new opportunities for metals producers, alloy developers, and contract manufacturers that offer sintering and finishing services. Downstream, the need for standardized sintering profiles and high-temperature furnaces is creating a secondary equipment market. The growing integration of end-to-end MBJ production cells underscores the movement toward digital, interconnected manufacturing ecosystems.
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Europe dominated the market with the largest revenue share of 39.6% in 2024, supported by strong adoption of metal additive manufacturing across automotive, aerospace, and industrial engineering sectors.
Europe benefits from a mature research ecosystem, robust regulatory frameworks, and consistent investment in advanced manufacturing infrastructure. Strategic initiatives focused on reshoring production and increasing digitalization further strengthened Europe’s leadership position in the metal binder jetting landscape.
By end use, the medical devices segment is expected to grow at a lucrative CAGR during the forecast period, driven by rising demand for patient-specific components, lightweight surgical instruments, and rapid prototyping capabilities within healthcare settings.
Advancements in biocompatible alloys and improved post-processing precision are further accelerating adoption. The increasing regulatory acceptance of additively manufactured medical parts will also support sustained growth in this segment.
Grand View Research has segmented the global metal binder jetting market report based on end use, and region:
Metal Binder Jetting End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2021 - 2033)
Automotive & Transportation
Industrial Machinery
Consumer Products & Electronics
Medical Devices
Aerospace & Defense
Others
Metal Binder Jetting Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million; 2021 - 2033)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Latin America
Brazil
Middle East & Africa
South Africa
List of Key Players in the Metal Binder Jetting Market
ATI
CNPC Powders
Colibrium Additive (GE Aerospace)
CRS Holdings, LLC.
GKN Powder Metallurgy
Höganäs AB
INDO-MIM
Materialise NV
OC Oerlikon Management AG
Outokumpu
POLEMA
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