4D Printing Market Outlook:
4D Printing Market size was valued at USD 247.6 million in 2024 and is anticipated to reach USD 16.78 billion by 2037, rising at a 38.4% CAGR during the forecast period, i.e., between 2025 and 2037. In 2025, the industry size of 4D printing is estimated at USD 328.7 million.
The global market is reliant on supply chains for additive manufacturing, such as polymers, composites, and metal powders. As per NIST, the economies of scale in additive manufacturing have contributed to the reduction of raw-material costs. Additionally, the Producer Price Index (PPI) for intermediate processed materials rose by 1.8% YoY from May 2024 to May 2025. In the same period, the PPI for unprocessed materials fell by 1.5%, due to easing input cost pressure on specialized materials.
|
Company |
2024 CapEx ($B) |
CapEx / Revenue (%) |
YoY Change (%) |
|
HP Inc. |
0.575 |
1.2% |
–3.4% |
|
Stratasys |
0.026 |
~4% |
–23.8% |
|
3D Systems |
0.030 |
~3.4% |
–10%* |
|
EOS GmbH |
0.037 |
~2.6% |
+5%* |
|
GE Additive |
0.120 |
~6% |
+8%* |
The trade flows indicate a strong supply chain in the market. In the U.S., additive manufacturing initiatives have highlighted a 34% growth in resins and a 89% increase in polymers. Furthermore, the SBIR program of NSF has been vital in funding early-stage advanced manufacturing innovations. The innovations have supported the transition from 3D to 4D printing capabilities. The rapidly improving cost structure for the 4D printing market is set to ensure sustained expansion by the end of 2037.
