United Kingdom Photopolymers Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Technology (Stereolithography (SLA), Digital Light Processing (DLP), and Continuous Digital Light Processing cDLP), By Application (Dental, Medical, Audiology, Jewellery, Automotive, Prototyping, Industrial/Engineering, Electronics, Consumer Goods, and Others), and UK Photopolymers Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United Kingdom Photopolymers Market Forecasts to 2035

• The United Kingdom Photopolymers Market Size Was Estimated at USD 368.5 Million in 2024
• The UK Photopolymers Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 11.34% from 2025 to 2035
• The UK Photopolymers Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1201.4 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The UK Photopolymers Market Size is anticipated to Reach USD 1201.4 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 11.34% from 2025 to 2035. The industry is growing due to a number of important elements that are constantly propelling it in the right direction. Together with improvements in creating intricate and long-lasting 3D printed components, the growing use of high-speed printing technology. As a result, surface quality and design accuracy are being given more importance, which should greatly increase market demand.

Market Overview

The UK Photopolymers Market Size refers to the field that deals with light-sensitive materials, or photopolymers, which change their physical or chemical characteristics when exposed to light, usually UV or visible light. The increasing demand for rapid printing, complex printed products, and accurate design is driving the growth of the photopolymer market in the UK. Photopolymers are commonly used in prototyping, especially in the medical and automotive industries, where they provide the ability to visualize complex surgical procedures. The market is growing in large part due to the increasing use of photopolymers in prostheses and artificial jewellery. Furthermore, the use of photopolymers in printed electronics for sensors, circuits, and displays is growing due to the miniaturization of electronics and the growth of the Internet of Things (IoT)

The use of photopolymers in the healthcare industry is expanding in fields including medication delivery systems, tissue engineering, and microfluidics due to the ageing population and improvements in medical technology. A move towards recyclable, bio-based, and sustainable photopolymers is seen in market trends. Multi-photon lithography is one technological development that is making it possible to create complex and incredibly accurate structures. Additionally, the development of multifunctional photopolymers that provide optical transparency, conductivity, and biocompatibility is creating new prospects in the biomedical, photonics, and electronics sectors, which is propelling market innovation and uptake.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the UK photopolymers market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United Kingdom photopolymers 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 photopolymers market.

Driving Factors

The market for photopolymers in the UK has increased rapidly due to the advancements in 3D printing technology, specifically SLA and DLP, allowing for complex and precise designs. Photopolymers are essential for the formation of holograms; thus, the market benefits from the increased usage of holographic applications due to their increased use in entertainment, advertising and security. In addition to supporting continued market growth, photopolymers are being adopted more frequently in photolithography, component encapsulation and optical films in the electronics and semiconductor sectors, which are evolving in response to demand for wearables, laptops and smartphones.

Restraining Factors

The photopolymers market is affected by high production costs of raw materials, especially petrochemical-based raw materials. Manufacturers are addressing this challenge by optimising processes and developing substitutes. In addition, there is a considerable amount of money invested in formulation innovations, so IP (intellectual property) protection is important. Companies must develop strong IP protection strategies to maintain a competitive advantage, particularly in a marketplace that is becoming more competitive. These factors hamper the photopolymers market during the forecast period.

Market Segmentation

The United Kingdom photopolymers market share is classified into technology and application.

• The stereolithography (SLA) segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom photopolymers market is segmented by technology into stereolithography (SLA), digital light processing (DLP), and continuous digital light processing (cDLP). Among these, the stereolithography (SLA) segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. SLA is the most prominent 3D printing method in the UK. It is able to make three-dimensional products using laser sources. The ability for SLA-based 3D printing to produce 25–300-micron components at a high XY resolution using plastic resins and photopolymers has created a tremendous increase in demand in the UK.

• The dental segment held the highest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United Kingdom photopolymers market is segmented by application into dental, medical, audiology, jewellery, automotive, prototyping, industrial/engineering, electronics, consumer goods, and others. Among these, the dental segment held the highest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The demand for photopolymers in 3D in the dental field has risen, due to the benefits of photopolymers over the traditional way of producing a thermoforming mould, which include better quality moulds, perfect and accurate designs, smooth surfaces, and longer usability.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United Kingdom photopolymers market and 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 elaborate 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

• Renishaw plc
• Stratasys
• Photocentric Ltd
• 3DPRINT
• EOS
• BASF
• Arkema
• Chemence Ltd
• Polydiam Ltd
• Additive-X
• Neills Materials
• Others
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In October 2022, Photocentric secured a £2.5 million grant from Innovate UK to develop a Low Energy Autonomous Digital (LEAD) factory concept. This initiative aims to replace traditional injection moulding with sustainable 3D printing using recycled materials, reducing carbon footprints and energy consumption

• In April 2022, Photocentric renewed its collaboration with BASFs Forward AM to co-develop high-performance photopolymer resins. This partnership focuses on creating materials compatible with Photocentrics LCD 3D printers, enhancing the scalability and cost-effectiveness of additive manufacturing

Key Target Audience

• Investors
• Market players
• 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 photopolymers market based on the below-mentioned segments:

United Kingdom Photopolymers Market, By Technology

• Stereolithography (SLA)
• Digital Light Processing (DLP)
• Continuous Digital Light Processing (cDLP)

United Kingdom Photopolymers Market, By Application

• Dental
• Medical
• Audiology
• Jewellery
• Automotive
• Prototyping
• Industrial/Engineering
• Electronics
• Consumer Goods
• Others