Market overview
The global ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins market is worth USD 106 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 361 mn by 2036, growing at a 13.0% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Filament is the largest by form segment.
| Scope | Polyetherimide filaments, powders and pellets sold for industrial 3D printing, including Ultem 9085 and 1010 grades for aerospace, medical and tooling parts. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 95 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 106 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 361 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 13.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 475 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 1,783 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 223,900 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Ultem Polyetherimide 3D Printing Resins market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 106 mn |
| 2027 | USD 120 mn |
| 2028 | USD 136 mn |
| 2029 | USD 154 mn |
| 2030 | USD 173 mn |
| 2031 | USD 196 mn |
| 2032 | USD 222 mn |
| 2033 | USD 250 mn |
| 2034 | USD 283 mn |
| 2035 | USD 320 mn |
| 2036 | USD 361 mn |
Ultem Polyetherimide 3D Printing Resins market segmentation
By form
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filament | 62.0% | 55.7% | USD 66 mn | 11.8% |
| Pellets for large-format printing | 24.0% | 30.6% | USD 26 mn | 15.8% |
| Powder | 14.0% | 13.7% | USD 15 mn | 12.8% |
By end use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace and defence | 38.0% | 36.9% | USD 40 mn | 12.7% |
| Automotive and rail | 20.0% | 21.2% | USD 21 mn | 13.7% |
| Medical and dental | 14.0% | 14.2% | USD 15 mn | 13.2% |
| Tooling and manufacturing aids | 18.0% | 18.3% | USD 19 mn | 13.2% |
| Other uses | 10.0% | 9.3% | USD 11 mn | 12.2% |
By grade
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-strength 1010 grade | 36.0% | 34.0% | USD 38 mn | 12.4% |
| Flame-rated 9085 grade | 44.0% | 42.0% | USD 47 mn | 12.5% |
| Other PEI grades | 20.0% | 24.0% | USD 21 mn | 15.1% |
By printer type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FFF | 54.0% | 50.0% | USD 57 mn | 12.1% |
| SLS | 24.0% | 26.0% | USD 26 mn | 13.9% |
| Large-format | 22.0% | 24.0% | USD 23 mn | 14.0% |
By customer type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEMs | 40.0% | 40.0% | USD 43 mn | 13.0% |
| Service bureaus | 30.0% | 28.0% | USD 32 mn | 12.2% |
| Research institutions | 14.0% | 14.0% | USD 15 mn | 13.0% |
| Defence | 16.0% | 18.0% | USD 17 mn | 14.3% |
Top 25 countries for ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 87.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 95.6%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 40 mn | 38.0% | USD 128 mn | 12.2% |
| 2 | Germany | USD 13 mn | 12.0% | USD 42 mn | 12.7% |
| 3 | China | USD 8.5 mn | 8.0% | USD 42 mn | 17.3% |
| 4 | United Kingdom | USD 5.3 mn | 5.0% | USD 17 mn | 12.3% |
| 5 | France | USD 5.3 mn | 5.0% | USD 18 mn | 12.8% |
| 6 | Japan | USD 5.3 mn | 5.0% | USD 16 mn | 11.3% |
| 7 | Italy | USD 4.3 mn | 4.0% | USD 14 mn | 12.7% |
| 8 | South Korea | USD 4.3 mn | 4.0% | USD 16 mn | 14.3% |
| 9 | Canada | USD 3.2 mn | 3.0% | USD 10 mn | 12.2% |
| 10 | Netherlands | USD 3.2 mn | 3.0% | USD 10 mn | 12.2% |
| 11 | Spain | USD 1.9 mn | 1.8% | USD 6.7 mn | 13.4% |
| 12 | Israel | USD 1.5 mn | 1.4% | USD 5.3 mn | 13.5% |
| 13 | Poland | USD 1.2 mn | 1.1% | USD 4.3 mn | 13.4% |
| 14 | Sweden | USD 0.97 mn | 0.9% | USD 3.4 mn | 13.5% |
| 15 | Switzerland | USD 0.78 mn | 0.7% | USD 2.7 mn | 13.5% |
| 16 | Taiwan | USD 0.62 mn | 0.6% | USD 2.2 mn | 13.6% |
| 17 | Australia | USD 0.50 mn | 0.5% | USD 1.7 mn | 13.2% |
| 18 | Singapore | USD 0.39 mn | 0.4% | USD 1.4 mn | 13.6% |
| 19 | Turkey | USD 0.32 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.1 mn | 13.4% |
| 20 | India | USD 0.26 mn | 0.2% | USD 0.90 mn | 13.5% |
| 21 | Brazil | USD 0.20 mn | 0.2% | USD 0.72 mn | 13.6% |
| 22 | Belgium | USD 0.16 mn | 0.1% | USD 0.58 mn | 13.7% |
| 23 | Austria | USD 0.13 mn | 0.1% | USD 0.47 mn | 13.9% |
| 24 | Denmark | USD 0.11 mn | 0.1% | USD 0.36 mn | 13.0% |
| 25 | Norway | USD 85 thousand | 0.08% | USD 0.29 mn | 13.0% |
| Rest of world | USD 4.7 mn | 4.4% | USD 16 mn | 12.9% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- SABIC
- Stratasys
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- 3DXTech
- Kimya
- Roboze
- Ensinger
- Apium Additive Technologies
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Intamsys
- Curbell Plastics
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 13.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by form, by end use, by grade, by printer type, by customer type. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins market?
The global ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins market is estimated at USD 95 mn in 2025 and USD 106 mn in 2026.
How fast will the ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 361 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 13.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 255 mn.
Which country is the largest market for ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 40 mn in 2026, 38.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 58.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 17.3% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins segment is largest?
In the by form split, Filament is the largest segment with 62.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading ultem polyetherimide 3D printing resins companies?
Global leaders include SABIC, Stratasys.
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