Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-06-01 01:14Core Viewpoint - The new materials industry in China is experiencing rapid growth driven by policy support, market demand, and technological innovation, with a projected total output value of 8.48 trillion yuan in 2024, maintaining double-digit growth for 14 consecutive years [1][3][20]. Group 1: Industry Definition and Classification - New materials refer to recently developed or developing structural and functional materials with superior properties. They can be classified into structural materials and functional materials based on their usage, and further categorized into four types: metal materials, inorganic non-metal materials, organic polymer materials, and advanced composite materials [1]. Group 2: Current Development Status - The new materials industry has expanded significantly, with the government focusing on electronic information materials, aerospace materials, new energy materials, and environmentally friendly materials. National high-tech industrial bases for new materials have been established in seven cities [3][5]. Group 3: Market Size and Structure - In 2024, the chemical new materials market is expected to account for approximately 22.08% of the total new materials market in China, while battery new materials will represent about 6.66%. By 2025, these figures are projected to be 21.75% and 6.97%, respectively [7]. Group 4: Competitive Landscape - Major companies in the new materials sector include Lens Technology, Antai Technology, China National Materials, and others, which are enhancing their international competitiveness through technological innovation and market expansion [12][16]. Group 5: Development Trends - The demand for new materials is increasing due to the rapid development of downstream industries such as information technology and new energy. The industry is transitioning towards low-carbon and green development, supported by significant technological advancements [20][23].