Oxygen free copper, also identified as oxygen free high conductivity copper, is a collection of wrought copper alloys purified through an electrolytic process. Electrolytic refining is performed to decrease the oxygen level to or below 0.001%. Oxygen free copper is not only highly conductive but also presents high chemical purity. Thus, it is highly valued and primarily used in industrial applications such as the production of semiconductors and superconductors and high vacuum devices such as particle accelerators which include deposition of plasma. The increasing product demand in the automotive sector, elevating demand for high-quality materials in the aerospace, defense, and transportation industries, and the evolution of electronics are the key factors driving the oxygen-free copper market. Rising concerns over environmental pollution and rising e-commerce leading to high demand for electronic goods in China and India also subsidizes to the market growth. However, the high cost of copper and increasing availability of electrolytic tough pitch (ETP) copper as an alternative are the key factors hampering the market growth. The Oxygen Free Copper Market is expected to grow at the rate of 4.13% CAGR by 2027.  

Research Methodology:

The Oxygen Free Copper Market has been analyzed by utilizing the optimum combination of secondary sources and in-house methodology and a unique balance of primary insights. The real-time valuation of the market is an integral part of our forecasting and market sizing methodology. Industry experts and our primary participants have helped to compile related aspects with accurate parametric estimations for a complete study. The primary participants share is given below:

Oxygen Free Copper Market Based on Grade

• Cu-OF
• Cu-OFE

Oxygen Free Copper Market Based on the Product Form

• Wire
• Strips
• Busbar & Rod
• Others

Oxygen Free Copper Market Based on the End-Use Industry

• Electronics & Electrical
• Automotive
• Others

Oxygen Free Copper Market Based on the Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Rest of the World

As per the market by grade, the Cu-OF segment has held the maximum share in the market. The Cu-OF (C10200) is a grade of 99.95% pure copper with 0.001% oxygen content. Its conductivity rating is equal to electrolytic tough pitch (ETP) with a minimum of 101% IACS electrical conductivity. It commonly has a liquidus and solidus melting point of 19,810 Fahrenheit. Its density is 8.94 g/cm3. It is used in innovative scientific equipment, such as electromagnets, magnetometers, and other superconductors.

Further, in the market for product type, the wires segment commanded the oxygen free copper market. This is due to the increasing applications in the consumer electronics, electrical sector, coupled with industrial applications. Wire manufacturers are using oxygen free copper to reduce the number of voids within the wire that hampers electric signal transmission.

In terms of the end-use industry, the automotive industry segment is witnessing major growth in the market. The automotive industry is gaining momentum with the emergence of electric vehicles (EVs) in developing countries, for instance, India. Owing to their high electrical conductivity, they are also mainly being used in battery components of electric vehicles. Additionally, the increasing demand from the automotive and aerospace industries will also foster the growth of this copper type.

According to the geographical analysis, the Asia Pacific is considered the major contributor to market growth. This is due to the fastest socio-economic development in the region. Moreover, this region is a potential market for the growth and demand of electronics & electrical, and automotive, among other industries.

Improving living standards and rising purchasing power among people, mostly in developing countries, will accelerate the oxygen free copper market. The enormous growth in the number of electronic gadgets that include cell phones, smart devices, laptops, and television sets worldwide is increasing the product demand and enhancing the oxygen free copper market growth.

This report represents the list of key players of the oxygen free copper market-SH Copper Products Co., Ltd., Sam Dong America Inc., National Bronze & Metals, Inc., KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., Aviva Metals Inc., KME Mansfeld GmbH, Hussey Copper Ltd., Citizen Metalloys Limited, Luvata and Copper Braid Products.

As a result, the oxygen-free copper plays a major role in industrial applications, such as for the windings in big electrical generators where the wire is frequently exposed to high temperatures & vibration, and for audio and video cabling, where the immense conductivity is considered to improve low-frequency transmission.

• This report provides an analysis based on quantitative analysis of the current trends, evaluations, segmentation, and dynamics of the market, which is also estimated to help identify the expected market opportunities.
• This report represents the key countries in each region portrayed as per the individual market revenue, and key oxygen free copper market players are profiled.
• This report provides a comprehensive analysis of region-wise and country-wise oxygen free copper market conditions.
• This report evaluates the competitive outlook and the value chain analysis to understand the competition among oxygen free copper market geographies.

1. Executive Summary
2. Industry Outlook
   1. Industry Overview
   2. Industry Trends
3. Market Snapshot
   1. Market Definition
   2. Market Outlook
      1. Porter Five Forces
   3. Related Markets
4. Market characteristics
   1. Market Overview
   2. Market Segmentation
   3. Market Dynamics
      1. Drivers
      2. Restraints
      3. Opportunities
   4. DRO - Impact Analysis
5. Grade: Market Size & Analysis
   1. Overview
   2. Cu-OF
   3. Cu-OFE
6. Product Form: Market Size & Analysis
   1. Overview
   2. Wire
   3. Strips
   4. Busbar & Rod
   5. Others
7. End-Use Industry: Market Size & Analysis
   1. Overview
   2. Electronics & Electrical
   3. Automotive
   4. Others
8. Geography: Market Size & Analysis
   1. Overview
   2. North America
   3. Europe
   4. Asia Pacific
   5. Rest of the World
9. Competitive Landscape
   1. Competitor Comparison Analysis
   2. Market Developments
      1. Mergers and Acquisitions, Legal, Awards, Partnerships
      2. Product Launches and execution
10. Vendor Profiles
    1. SH Copper Products Co., Ltd.
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    2. Sam Dong America Inc.
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    3. National Bronze & Metals, Inc.
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    4. KGHM Polska Miedź S.A.
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    5. Aviva Metals Inc.
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    6. KME Mansfeld GmbH
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    7. Hussey Copper Ltd.
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    8. Citizen Metalloys Limited
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    9. Luvata
       1. Overview
       2. Financial Overview
       3. Product Offerings
       4. Developments
       5. Business Strategy
    10. Copper Braid Products
        1. Overview
        2. Financial Overview
        3. Product Offerings
        4. Developments
        5. Business Strategy
11. Analyst Opinion
12. Annexure
    1. Report Scope
    2. Market Definitions
    3. Research Methodology
       1. Data Collation and In-house Estimation
       2. Market Triangulation
       3. Forecasting
    4. Report Assumptions
    5. Declarations
    6. Stakeholders
    7. Abbreviations