China Thermal Spray Coatings Market

China Thermal Spray Coatings Market Forecasts to 2035

• China Thermal Spray Coatings Market Size 2024: USD 950.4 Mn
• China Thermal Spray Coatings Market Size 2035:  USD 1659.2 Mn
• China Thermal Spray Coatings Market CAGR 2024: 5.2%
• China Thermal Spray Coatings Market Segments: Process and Material

 

The Thermal Spray Coatings Market Size of China is the portion of industrial activity in China involved in the production of thermal spray coatings to create the protective layer, functionality and performance enhancements for the surface of materials at high speeds through thermal spraying. The thermal spray coatings can be produced from a variety of source materials such as ceramics, metals, carbides and composites producing a high temperature feedstock material which is applied to the substrate by the method of melting the material with high velocity. The thermal spray coatings are used on components for the aerospace, automotive, energy, industrial machinery and infrastructure sectors of the economy and significantly enhance the surface attribute of these components.

 

The thermal spray coatings in China are backed by government support, including the manufacturing upgrade and industrial modernisation strategy, typified by policies such as Made in China 2025 and subsequent industrial digitalisation and high-quality manufacturing blueprints. The strategic framework promotes innovation, industrial automation, and the integration of digital manufacturing practices across sectors, which can drive demand for advanced coating solutions that contribute to extended equipment life, precision performance, and reduced lifecycle costs objectives aligned with China’s industrial policy goals.

 

As technology advances, Chinese thermal spray coatings providers are now using coated materials that provide greater durability, improved methods for applying these coatings via measured liquid or solid gases that allow for greater density of the coated material, and creating intelligent functional coatings are all advances in technology to meet increasingly strict quality and performance requirements. The integration of IoT-enabled monitoring and automation with spray equipment will enable manufacturers to achieve higher levels of control and reduce defects leading to increased consistency in product results.

 

Market Dynamics of the China Thermal Spray Coatings Market:

The China thermal spray coatings market is driven by the rapid expansion and diversification of its industrial landscape, country’s leading manufacturing hubs, industries with heavy reliance on high-performance components, enhance durability, reduce maintenance costs, and meet higher quality standards, strong government support, increased shift towards advanced materials and the replacement of traditional surface treatments with safer, more efficient coating technologies.

 

The China thermal spray coatings market is restrained by the high initial investment and operating cost, high-precision thermal spray systems, lack of skilled labours, complex environmental regulations, and need for ongoing maintenance and consumables issue.

 

The future of China thermal spray coatings market is bright and promising, with versatile opportunities emerging from the increasing popularity of electric vehicles, use of renewable energy sources and changes in aerospace and defence manufacturing, there will be a corresponding increase in demand for high-performance surface coatings. Furthermore, as companies keep adapting to environmentally friendly practices through green manufacturing and alternative surface treatment methods, today's manufacturers have greater opportunity to choose between thermal spray systems which have better performing.

 

Market Segmentation

The China Thermal Spray Coatings Market share is classified into process and material.

 

By Process:

The China thermal spray coatings market is divided by process into combustion flame and electrical. Among these, the combustion flame segment held the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is predicted to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. Cost effectiveness, versatile nature, ability to produce coatings with excellent adhesion, and durability for a wide range of industrial applications all contribute to the combustion flame segment's largest share and higher spending on thermal spray coatings when compared to other process.

 

 

By Material:

The China thermal spray coatings market is divided by material into metals & alloys, ceramics, polymers, and others. Among these, the ceramics segment dominated the share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. The ceramics segment dominates because of superior high-temperature resistance, hardness, wear resistance, and electrical insulation, making them crucial for demanding sectors needing protection in extreme thermal and corrosive environments.

 

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organisations/companies involved within the China thermal spray coatings 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.

 

Top Key Companies in China Thermal Spray Coatings Market:

• AkzoNobel N.V.
• Axalta Coatings Systems
• PPG Industries Inc.
• Sherwin-Williams Company
• BASF SE
• Hempel A/S
• Sichaun Xinglong Surface Engineering Co., Ltd.
• Others

 

Recent Developments in China Thermal Spray Coatings Market:

In July 2025, Oerlikon launched its Surface Two platform, an IIoT-enabled system for scaled thermal spray applications, which builds on previous digitalization initiatives. The company further established an Advanced Coating Technology Center for turbine components.

In July 2024, Oerlikon and MTU Aero Engines initiated the establishment of a smart thermal spray factory to digitalize aerospace coating processes, integrating inline analytics for traceability.

 

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 the China, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Decisions Advisors has segmented the China thermal spray coatings market based on the below-mentioned segments:

 

China Thermal Spray Coatings Market, By Process

• Combustion Flame
• Electrical

 

China Thermal Spray Coatings Market, By Material

• Metals & Alloys
• Ceramics
• Polymers
• Others

 

FAQ

Q: What is the China thermal spray coatings market size?

A: China thermal spray coatings market is expected to grow from USD 950.4 million in 2024 to USD 1659.2 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period 2025-2035.

 

Q: What are the key growth drivers of the market?

A: Market growth is driven by the rapid expansion and diversification of its industrial landscape, country’s leading manufacturing hubs, industries with heavy reliance on high-performance components, enhance durability, reduce maintenance costs, and meet higher quality standards, strong government support, increased shift towards advanced materials and the replacement of traditional surface treatments with safer, more efficient coating technologies.

 

Q: What factors restrain the China thermal spray coatings market?

A: Constraints include the high initial investment and operating cost, high-precision thermal spray systems, lack of skilled labours, complex environmental regulations, and need for ongoing maintenance and consumables issue.

 

Q: How is the market segmented by process?

A: The market is segmented into combustion flame and electrical.

 

Q: Who are the key players in the China thermal spray coatings market?

A: Key companies include AkzoNobel N.V., Axalta Coatings Systems, PPG Industries Inc., Sherwin-Williams Company, BASF SE, Hempel A/S, Sichaun Xinglong Surface Engineering Co., Ltd., and Others.

 

Q: Who are the target audiences for this market report?

A: The report targets market players, investors, end-users, government authorities, consulting and research firms, venture capitalists, and value-added resellers (VARs).