United Kingdom Capacitor Films Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Dielectric Material (Polypropylene (PP), Polyester (PET), and Other Materials), By Application (Automotive, Consumer Electronics, Renewable Energy, Industrial Equipment, and Other Applications), and United Kingdom Capacitor Films Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035.

United Kingdom Capacitor Films Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Capacitor Films Market Size was estimated at USD 130.45 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 3.94% from 2025 to 2035
• The United Kingdom Capacitor Films Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 199.56 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, the United Kingdom Capacitor Films Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 199.56 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 3.94% from 2025 to 2035. The need for capacitor films is driven by the increasing demand for consumer electronics such as TVs, computers, and smartphones because of their function in signal filtering and energy storage.

Market Overview

The United Kingdom capacitor films market refers to the industry focused on the production and application of thin plastic films used as dielectric materials in film capacitors. These films, typically made from polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene terephthalate (PET), are essential components in electronic circuits, where they store and regulate electrical energy. The demand for high-voltage film capacitors is being driven by the UK's robust electronics and renewable energy industries.

Film capacitors, particularly those made of polypropylene, are increasingly in demand as electric vehicle (EV) adoption and smart grid infrastructure expand. The integration of capacitors in inverters and energy storage systems increased as solar and wind energy installations expanded. The need for capacitors for 5G networks and data centers remained steady in the telecom industry as well. Extend distribution networks and establish strategic alliances with important companies in the automotive, electronics, and renewable energy sectors. Additionally, to strengthen industry reach and technology capabilities and maintain a competitive edge in a continually changing landscape, mergers and acquisitions should be taken into consideration.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United Kingdom capacitor films market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom capacitor films market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United Kingdom capacitor films market.

Driving Factors

The market for United Kingdom capacitor films is influenced by the strong growth of the electric mobility ecosystem, which includes not just electric passenger vehicles but also commercial EVs, two-wheelers, and electric public transportation infrastructure. The market for capacitor films is driven by the energy and transport sectors. Automakers and renewable energy developers are being pushed to embrace high-efficiency electrical systems that heavily rely on film capacitors due to their low-loss qualities and dependability by the regional Green Deal.

Restraining Factors

However, the extreme sensitivity of capacitor film production to changes in raw material prices, especially for petroleum-based polymers like polypropylene and polyethylene terephthalate (PET), is a major barrier to industry expansion.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom capacitor films market share is classified into dielectric material and application.

• The polypropylene (PP) segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom capacitor films market is divided by dielectric material into polypropylene (PP), polyester (PET), and other materials. Among these, the polypropylene (PP) segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The remarkable dielectric strength, low dissipation factor, and outstanding heat resistance of polypropylene (PP) films are driving their increasing use in high-frequency power electronics. With the increasing demands on inverter-based systems in industrial motors, electric vehicles, and renewable energy applications, PP films are becoming more and more regarded as the gold standard for stability and dependability in challenging operating environments.

• The renewable energy segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom capacitor films market is segmented by application into automotive, consumer electronics, renewable energy, industrial equipment, and other applications. Among these, the renewable energy segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The industry is fueling a robust need for capacitor films, especially in grid interconnection systems, wind turbine converters, and solar inverters. The low inductance and long-term stability of film capacitors are being used as energy networks become more dispersed, and power conversion efficiency becomes increasingly significant.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom capacitor films market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• BHC Components Ltd
• Anglia Components Plc
• MFD Capacitors (1991) Ltd
• Industrial Capacitors (Wrexham)
• Charcroft Electronics Ltd
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at United Kingdom, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United Kingdom capacitor films market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Capacitor Films Market, By Dielectric Material

• Polypropylene (PP)
• Polyester (PET)
• Other Materials

United Kingdom Capacitor Films Market, By Application

• Automotive
• Consumer Electronics
• Renewable Energy
• Industrial Equipment
• Other Applications