Disilane Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Above 99.998%, Below 99.998%) By Application (Semiconductor, Solar) Regional Forecast From 2025 To 2034

Last Updated: 08 September 2025
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DISILANE MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Disilane Market size stood at USD 0.27 billion in 2025, growing further to USD 0.48 billion by 2034 at an estimated CAGR of 6.69% from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Disilane Market size is projected at USD 0.08472 billion in 2025, the Europe Disilane Market size is projected at USD 0.06548 billion in 2025, and the China Disilane Market size is projected at USD 0.08165 billion in 2025.

Disilane is a chemical compound with the formula Si2H6. It is a colourless, flammable gas that belongs to the group of silanes, which are compounds consisting of silicon and hydrogen. Disilane is similar in structure to the more well-known compound, methane (CH4), except that two silicon atoms are present in the molecule instead of carbon. Disilane is used as a source of silicon in the production of thin films of silicon for use in the semiconductor industry. It is also used in the manufacture of certain types of ceramics and as a dopant in the production of optical fibres. Disilane has been shown to have potential as a fuel in certain types of fuel cells.

KEY FINDINGS

  • Market Size and Growth: USD 0.27 billion in 2025, growing further to USD 0.48 billion by 2034 at an estimated CAGR of 6.69% from 2025 to 2034.
  • Key Market Driver: Disilane enables deposition temperature reductions of ~200–300 °C vs. some alternatives, improving process compatibility for temperature-sensitive films.
  • Major Market Restraint: Disilane is pyrophoric and extremely flammable, requiring specialized handling and capital-intensive safety systems.
  • Emerging Trends: Adoption of higher-order silanes (e.g., disilane, trisilane) for faster film growth rates — studies report significantly higher growth rates vs. silane
  • Regional Leadership: Asia Pacific held ~73.7% share of the semiconductor gases market in 2023, making it the dominant region for disilane demand and supply.
  • Competitive Landscape: Primary global disilane manufacturers cited in recent technical reviews include Air Liquide, Taiwan Speciality Chemicals Corporation, SK Materials
  • Market Segmentation: Disilane demand is concentrated in (1) epitaxial/Si epitaxy, (2) low-temperature PECVD/LPCVD for a-Si and SiO₂, and (3) niche PV/display deposition
  • Recent Development: U.S. polysilicon plant in Jan 2025, an example of capacity/asset adjustments in silicon-materials supply that can indirectly affect precursor supply chains.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Pandemic Hamper the Demand of Disilane to Market Growth

The semiconductor industry, which is a major consumer of disilane, has been impacted by the pandemic due to supply chain disruptions, production shutdowns, and reduced demand for some products. This could potentially lead to a decrease in demand for disilane, as the production of some types of electronic devices may slow down. On the other hand, there may also be increased demand for certain types of electronic devices and equipment, such as those used in healthcare and remote communication, which could increase demand for disilane in the long term.

LATEST TRENDS

Increasing Demand for Semiconductor Will Support Market Growth

The demand for disilane has been driven primarily by the semiconductor industry, which uses it as a source of silicon in the production of thin films for electronic devices such as integrated circuits, solar cells, and flat panel displays. The increasing demand for smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices has driven the growth of the semiconductor industry, which has in turn driven the demand for disilane. 

  • Industry studies report disilane yields growth-rate increases measured in tens of nm/min (or multiple× growth vs. silane) for low-temperature epitaxy, improving throughput.
  • Market data for semiconductor specialty gases shows Asia-Pacific accounting for ~66–74%+ of the specialty/semiconductor gas market in recent reports.

DISILANE MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type Analysis

According to type, the disilane market can be segmented into above 99.998% and below 99.998%.

In terms of type, the above 99.998% type is anticipated to be the largest segment during the forecast period.  

By Application Analysis

Based on application, the disilane market can be divided into semiconductor and solar.

In terms of application, the solar market is projected to hold the largest disilane market share through 2032.  

DRIVING FACTORS

Growing Demand for Electronic Devices Will Boost Market Growth

The increasing demand for smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices has driven the growth of the semiconductor industry, which in turn has driven the demand for disilane. The development of new manufacturing processes and applications for disilane, such as high-purity silicon for solar cells and silicon-based nanoparticles for biomedical applications, is likely to drive the growth of the market in the coming years.

Increasing focus on sustainability Will Increase Market Growth 

There is a growing focus on sustainable and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, which could impact the disilane market. Companies are exploring alternative sources of silicon, such as recycling silicon wafers, to reduce the environmental impact of the semiconductor industry. The increasing demand for renewable energy sources such as solar power is driving the demand for high-purity silicon for use in solar cells, which in turn is driving the demand for disilane.

  • Disilane’s chemistry yields higher film density and faster deposition rates than monosilane — peer-reviewed reviews and CVD studies document measurable rate advantages .
  • Concentration of wafer fabs and new fab projects: industry trackers record dozens of new fabs and expansion projects globally (notably in Asia), directly increasing demand for electronic-grade precursors.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Health and Safety Concerns Will Limit Market Growth

 Disilane is a highly reactive and flammable gas that requires careful handling and storage. This can increase the costs and complexity of working with the material, which can be a restraint on the growth of the market. The demand for disilane is heavily dependent on the semiconductor industry, which can be volatile and subject to fluctuations in demand. This can lead to uncertainty in the market and make it difficult for suppliers to plan and invest in production capacity.

  • Safety classification: MSDS and supplier data classify disilane as Extremely Flammable / Pyrophoric (H220/H280) with handling rules that raise CAPEX/OPEX — e.g., explosion-proof infrastructure and dedicated purge systems.
  • Limited number of certified electronic-grade suppliers — technical reviews and supplier lists show a handful of specialized producers (Air Liquide, SK Materials, Taiwan Speciality, Mitsui, etc.), creating potential supply-security constraints.

DISILANE MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

The North America Region Will Dominate Market Due to Strong Demand of Electronic Devices

North America is one of the largest markets for disilane, with the United States being a major contributor to the growth of the semiconductor industry. The growing demand for electronic devices and advancements in technology are expected to drive the growth of the disilane market in this region.

The Asia-Pacific region is a major consumer of disilane, with China and South Korea being the largest markets. The region is also a major producer of electronic devices and has a rapidly growing semiconductor industry, which is driving the demand for disilane.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Adoption Aluminum Recycling Services by Key Players Influencing Market Development

The top key players in the market are Mitsui Chemicals, Air Liquide, Taiwan Speciality Chemicals Corporation, SK Materials. Most of the top players hold the disilane market share. In addition, the strategies to develop new technologies, capital investment in R&D, improve product quality, acquisitions, mergers, and compete for the disilane market growth in the competition help them to perpetuate their position and value in the market. Besides, collaboration with other companies & extensive possession of market shares by the key players stimulates the disilane market.  

  • REC Silicon: Operates two U.S. manufacturing facilities for high-purity silicon/silane products and publishes disilane MSDS/technical sheets for electronic-grade supply.
  • Air Liquide: Listed among global suppliers of specialty electronic gases; supplier SDS notes disilane explosive/pyrophoric characteristics with explosive limits reported in safety documentation.

List of Top Disilane Companies

  • REC Silicon
  • Air Liquide
  • Anhui Argosun
  • Taiwan Speciality Chemicals Corporation
  • SK Materials
  • Mitsui Chemicals
  • Matheson

REPORT COVERAGE

This report examines an understanding of the disilane market’s size, share, growth rate, segmentation by type, application, key players, and previous and current market scenarios. The report also collects the market’s precise data and forecasts by market experts. Also, it describes the study of this industry’s financial performance, investments, growth, innovation marks, and new product launches by the top companies and offers deep insights into the current market structure, competitive analysis based on key players, key driving forces, and restraints that affect the demand for growth, opportunities, and risks.

Furthermore, the post-COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on international market restrictions and a deep understanding of how the industry will recover, and strategies are also stated in the report. The competitive landscape has also been examined in detail to provide clarification of the competitive landscape.

This report also discloses the research based on methodologies that define price trend analysis of target companies, collection of data, statistics, target competitors, import-export, information, and previous years’ records based on market sales. Moreover, all the significant factors which influence the market such as small or medium business industry, macro-economic indicators, value chain analysis, and demand-side dynamics, with all the major business players have been explained in detail. This analysis is subject to modification if the key players and feasible analysis of market dynamics change.

Disilane Market Report Scope & Segmentation

Attributes Details

Market Size Value In

US$ 0.27 Billion in 2025

Market Size Value By

US$ 0.48 Billion by 2034

Growth Rate

CAGR of 6.69% from 2025 to 2034.

Forecast Period

2025TO2034.

Base Year

2024

Historical Data Available

Yes

Regional Scope

Global

Segments Covered

By Type

  • Above 99.998%
  • Below 99.998%

By Application

  • Semiconductor
  • Solar

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