
This study offers a detailed analysis of ceramic dielectric materials consumed in the global ceramic capacitor market. This study analyzes global consumption of barium titanate by processing method including solid state, alkoxide, hydrothermal, oxalate and sol-gel processes. The study shows the value and volume of demand for both merchant and captive production of barium titanate and various formulations. The study shows the technology trends and directions with respect to dielectric thickness, and analyzes the markets for formulations by type including X7R, NPO, Y5V, X5R, X8R and others. The study also shows demand by capacitor manufacturer, captive versus merchant consumption by manufacturer and materials matching systems with electrode and termination materials. Competitive analysis and sales and market shares are discussed. Forecasts to 2008.