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Based on product, the self-healing materials industry is segmented as polymers, metals, ceramics, concrete, others. Polymers held a majority market value of USD 0.9 billion in 2022. Polymers with intrinsic self-healing capabilities use reversible chemical bonds to repair cracks and damage caused by external stress. They are used in applications such as coatings, composites, and flexible materials.
Based on technology, the market is segmented as reversible polymers, shape memory materials, microencapsulation, biological material systems. reversible polymers held a dominant market share of around 40% in 2022 and is expected to grow at a lucrative pace through 2032. Reversible polymers containing healing agents release them upon damage, promoting localized repair.
Based on end-use, the self-healing materials market is segmented as construction, automotive, healthcare, aerospace, electrical and electronics, others. Construction held a dominant market share in 2022 and is anticipated to grow at 24.2% CAGR through 2032. Self-healing concrete and coatings can reduce maintenance expenses by automatically repairing cracks and minimizing deterioration.
U.S. dominated the North American region with majority market share and a revenue of USD 0.6 billion in 2022. North America has a significant need for repairing and maintaining aging infrastructure, driving the adoption of self-healing materials in construction and civil engineering.