Electroplating Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Type, Type Of Plating, Application, Industry Vertical, and Geography - Forecasts From 2025 To 2030

Description

Electroplating Market Size:

The Electroplating Market is expected to grow from USD 0.040 billion in 2025 to USD 0.049 billion in 2030, at a CAGR of 4.15%.

Electroplating, also known as Electrodeposition, is a process in which depositing of material is done on a workpiece using an electric current. It is a process by which a thin layer of metal is deposited on a workpiece known as the substrate.

The primary use of electroplating is to change the physical properties of an object. The change in the physical properties is done to give aesthetic appeal, increase wear resistance, increase the thickness, and provide corrosion protection to the object. The growth of the global electroplating market may be attributed to the burgeoning demand for metal-finished consumer goods. Some other factors significantly contributing to spurring the market growth include the rising adoption of electroplating across various industry verticals, such as the automotive industry and aerospace and defense, among others. For instance, in the automotive industry, electroplating is used to refurbish old chrome parts such as bumpers, grills, and tire rims to make them look new.

The rising demand for electroplating from different end-use industries is propelling the growth of the market. The advent of Industry 4.0 has increased the Research and Development within metal finishing. The demand for durable metals with an adaptable manufacturing process is on the rise. Innovations are being made to improve the quality of electroplating and to further expand the markets for decorative electroplated nickel or chromium plating, owing to the rising requirement for the exceptional corrosion performance of decorative multilayer in automotive decorative plating. With the surging demand for materials such as plating on plastics, which improve the aesthetics of a product, the electroplating demand is set to grow steadily in the years to come. However, the electroplating industry is amongst the major polluting industries across the globe, as its process discharges toxic materials, solid wastes, and heavy metals through effluents and air emissions into the environment. To conquer such environmental concerns, manufacturers are continuously launching new substrate materials for electroplating, which are environmentally friendly and have good aesthetic appeal.

The key players in the market are adopting various strategies, such as mergers and acquisitions, collaborations, expansion, etc., to maintain their position in the market and to meet the increasing demand for electroplating. For instance, Atotech Deutschland GmbH, a leading specialty chemicals technology and advanced electroplating solutions company, recently inaugurated its Atotech Development Center (ADC) in Manesar, India, to expand its business operations.

The Global Electroplating Market is segmented based on Type, Type of Plating, Mode of Application, Industry Vertical, and Geography.

• Based on Type, the global electroplating market can be segmented into Gold, Silver, Platinum, Rhodium, Aluminum, Chromium, Nickel, Copper, and Others.
• On the basis of Type of Plating, the global electroplating market can be segmented into Mass Plating, Rack Plating, Continuous Plating, and Line Plating.
• On the basis of Mode of Application, the global electroplating market can be segmented into Corrosion Protection, Decoration, Electrical and Electronics, and Others.
• On the basis of Industry Vertical, the global electroplating market can be segmented into Automotive, Electrical and Electronics, Aerospace and Defense, and Others.
• On the basis of Geography, the global electroplating market can be segmented into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and the Asia Pacific.

Electroplating Market Growth Factors:

• Corrosion Protection and Decoration to hold a significant market share

Electroplating is one of the most common methods used for corrosion protection, on bridges, vehicles, and appliances, among others, as the metal coating acts as a sacrificial barrier that helps prevent corrosion on the underlying substrate. The growing adoption of electroplating in the automotive industry by the manufacturers for coating the body of the vehicle with rustproof and non-corrosive materials, along with a significant surge in the automotive industry at the global level, is anticipated to boost the market growth.

Furthermore, the electroplating market for decorative applications is also projected to hold a significant market share owing to the growing demand for metal finished products and decorative products due to the rising disposable income, growing middle-class population, and changing lifestyle of people.

• The electrical and electronics industry is projected to hold a decent market share

The electrical and electronics industry is expected to hold a decent share in the global market, as electroplating is considered one of the most important processes for the manufacturing of electronic components to enhance electrical conductivity, improve corrosion resistance, and increase solderability of the component. The growing electronics industry in the major emerging economies such as India, China, and Brazil is anticipated to boost production and drive market growth during the forecast period.

Electroplating Market Restraints:

• Government Regulations

The formulation of government regulations regarding the emission of harmful gases and chemicals, the growing environmental concern over toxic wastes produced during the electroplating process, and increasing initiatives towards developing alternative clean technology are expected to hinder the growth of the market. Increasing environmental concerns and stringent regulations in developed countries such as North America and Europe, regarding the use of electroplating and its adverse impact on health and the environment, have remained primary concerns for manufacturers and end-users in the industry. 

Electroplating Market Competitive Insights:

Prominent/major key market players in the Global Electroplating Market include Atotech Deutschland GmbH, Allied Finishing Inc., Peninsula Metal Finishing Inc., Kuntz Electroplating Inc., Pioneer Metal Finishing, LLC, Birmingham Plating Co Ltd., Metal Surfaces Inc., Roy Metal Finishing Company, Inc. The players in the Global Electroplating Market are implementing various growth strategies to gain a competitive advantage over their competitors in this market.

Major market players in the market have been covered along with their relative competitive strategies, and the report also mentions recent deals and investments of different market players over the last few years. The company profiles section details the business overview, financial performance (public companies) for the past few years, key products and services being offered, along with the recent deals and investments of these important players in the Global Electroplating Market.

Electroplating Market Developments:

• September 2025: MKS’ Atotech exhibited at ZVO Surface Days 2025 in Berlin, offering sustainable Cr(VI)-free and non-PFAS plating chemistries for decorative and functional electroplating applications. 
• July 2025: MKS’ Atotech announced participation in the CII India Surface Coating Show 2025, presenting sustainable electroplating and plating pretreatment technologies, including ultra-low temperature cleaning and non-PFAS plating solutions. 
• May 2025: Aalberts N.V. completed the acquisition of Paulo Products Company, significantly expanding its North American metal finishing and electroplating services footprint with facilities in the U.S. and Mexico. 
• April 2025: MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions invested in RM Plating in Irapuato, Mexico, supporting four advanced electroplating production lines for zinc, zinc-nickel, flake coatings, and nickel-tin plating across automotive and industrial sectors. 
• February 2025: MKS’ Atotech showcased its Cr(VI)-free TriChrome® and BluCr® sustainable surface-finishing solutions with advanced decorative and functional plating at MachAuto Expo 2025 in Ludhiana, India, highlighting eco-friendly electroplating technologies.

Electroplating Market Scope:

Electroplating Market Segmentation:

• By Type
  • Gold
  • Silver
  • Platinum
  • Rhodium
  • Aluminum
  • Chromium
  • Nickel
  • Copper
  • Zinc
  • Others
• By Types of Plating
  • Mass Plating
  • Rack Plating
  • Continuous Plating
  • Line Plating
  • Selective Plating
• By Application
  • Corrosion Protection
  • Decoration
  • Electrical & Electronics
  • Wear Resistance
  • Others
• By Industry Vertical
  • Automotive
  • Electrical & Electronics
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Industrial Machinery
  • Jewelry
  • Others
• By Geography
  • North America
    • USA
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Others
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Spain
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Taiwan
    • Others

Table Of Contents

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 

2. MARKET SNAPSHOT

2.1. Market Overview

2.2. Market Definition

2.3. Scope of the Study

2.4. Market Segmentation

3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE 

3.1. Market Drivers

3.2. Market Restraints

3.3. Market Opportunities 

3.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis

3.6. Policies and Regulations 

3.7. Strategic Recommendations 

4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK

5. ELECTROPLATING MARKET BY TYPE

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Gold

5.3. Silver

5.4. Platinum

5.5. Rhodium

5.6. Aluminum

5.7. Chromium

5.8. Nickel

5.9. Copper

5.10. Zinc

5.11. Others

6. ELECTROPLATING MARKET BY TYPES OF PLATING

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Mass Plating

6.3. Rack Plating

6.4. Continuous Plating

6.5. Line Plating

6.6. Selective Plating

7. ELECTROPLATING MARKET BY APPLICATION

7.1. Introduction

7.2. Corrosion Protection

7.3. Decoration

7.4. Electrical & Electronics

7.5. Wear Resistance

7.6. Others

8. ELECTROPLATING MARKET BY INDUSTRY VERTICAL

8.1. Introduction

8.2. Automotive

8.3. Electrical & Electronics

8.4. Aerospace & Defense

8.5. Industrial Machinery

8.6. Jewelry

8.7. Others

9. ELECTROPLATING MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

9.1. Introduction

9.2. North America

9.2.1. By Type

9.2.2. By Types of Plating

9.2.3. By Application

9.2.4. By Industry Vertical

9.2.5. By Country

9.2.5.1. USA

9.2.5.2. Canada

9.2.5.3. Mexico

9.3. South America

9.3.1. By Type

9.3.2. By Types of Plating

9.3.3. By Application

9.3.4. By Industry Vertical

9.3.5. By Country

9.3.5.1. Brazil

9.3.5.2. Argentina

9.3.5.3. Others

9.4. Europe

9.4.1. By Type

9.4.2. By Types of Plating

9.4.3. By Application

9.4.4. By Industry Vertical

9.4.5. By Country

9.4.5.1. United Kingdom

9.4.5.2. Germany

9.4.5.3. France

9.4.5.4. Spain

9.4.5.5. Others

9.5. Middle East and Africa

9.5.1. By Type

9.5.2. By Types of Plating

9.5.3. By Application

9.5.4. By Industry Vertical

9.5.5. By Country

9.5.5.1. Saudi Arabia

9.5.5.2. UAE

9.5.5.3. Others

9.6. Asia Pacific

9.6.1. By Type

9.6.2. By Types of Plating

9.6.3. By Application

9.6.4. By Industry Vertical

9.6.5. By Country

9.6.5.1. China

9.6.5.2. Japan

9.6.5.3. India

9.6.5.4. South Korea

9.6.5.5. Taiwan

9.6.5.6. Others

10. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

10.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

10.2. Market Share Analysis

10.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations

10.4. Competitive Dashboard

11. COMPANY PROFILES

11.1. Atotech Deutschland GmbH

11.2. MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions

11.3. Uyemura Group

11.4. Sharretts Plating Company Inc.

11.5. Pioneer Metal Finishing, LLC

11.6. Allied Finishing Inc.

11.7. Roy Metal Finishing Company, Inc.

12. APPENDIX

12.1. Currency

12.2. Assumptions

12.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline

12.4. Key benefits for the stakeholders

12.5. Research Methodology 

12.6. Abbreviations 

LIST OF FIGURES

LIST OF TABLES

Companies Profiled

Atotech Deutschland GmbH

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions

Uyemura Group

Sharretts Plating Company Inc.

Pioneer Metal Finishing, LLC

Allied Finishing Inc.

Roy Metal Finishing Company, Inc.

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