The Die-cast Toys Market Size is valued at USD 1.78 billion in 2023 and is predicted to reach USD 2.50 billion by the year 2031 at a 4.4% CAGR during the forecast period for 2024-2031.
Die-cast toys are tiny models that are made by putting molten metal into a mould to make exact copies of the original. Technological advancements in the toy industry have increased die-cast toys’ appeal by raising their quality, realism, and attention to detail. People all over the world now more easily buy die-cast toys because of the proliferation of internet marketplaces and e-commerce. Additionally, premium die-cast models are in high demand because people’s discretionary earnings are on the rise, which means they can spend more on hobbies and collections.
The global market is being strengthened by the introduction of new designs, limited edition releases, and partnerships with automotive and entertainment firms, all of which keep consumers engaged. With more discretionary income, consumers are more likely to buy high-quality, accurate reproductions, which makes die-cast toys a popular option for collectors and fans, which is fueling the die-cast toys market in the coming years.
However, the market expansion of the die-cast toys sector is impeded by factors such as high production costs, complicated manufacturing processes, and rising competition. Furthermore, the COVID-19 pandemic caused delays in the die-cast toy industry by causing disaster in supply chains and production. However, more time spent at home meant more time for hobbies and collections, which meant more demand for the die-cast toys market. Moreover, e-commerce growth, capturing the attention of collectors, and capitalizing on well-known franchises for themed models abound in the die-cast toys industry. The market appeal and growth potential can be further enhanced by attracting environmentally concerned consumers through advancements in manufacturing and sustainable materials, which are all factors that could lead to opportunities in the die-cast toys market.
The die-cast toys market is segmented based on toy type, scale, material, power source, control method, end-use, and distribution channel. Based on toy type, the market is segmented into cars and bikes & motorcycles. By scale, the market is segmented into 1:18 scale, 1:12 scale, 1:43 scale, 1:64 scale, and 1:87 scale. As per the material, the market is segmented into metal, plastic, and others. By power source, the market is segmented into battery-powered and wind-powered. By control method, the market is segmented into pull-back action, remote control, and digital control (App-enabled). By end-use, the market is segmented into personal and commercial. By distribution channel category, the market is segmented into online and offline.
The cars in the die-cast toys market are expected to hold a major global market share in 2023 because die-cast cars have always been popular with collectors and fans. The market is growing because iconic and detailed models, such as sports, classic, and franchise-themed vehicles, appeal to a wide audience. Additionally, collaborating with popular automotive brands and film franchises also helps to boost demand. Moreover, manufacturing technology has made die-cast cars more realistic and detailed, which attracts collectors of all ages and is a further factor driving the market’s expansion.
The metal segment is expanding rapidly in the die-cast toys market because it lasts a long time and makes realistic models with a lot of detail. Collectors and fans who prioritize authenticity and craftsmanship gravitate toward metal die-cast toys, particularly vehicles and automobiles. In addition, compared to their plastic counterparts, metal models are more appealing due to their weight and tactile feel. Innovations in production methods have also lowered prices, which has increased output and stimulated demand.
The North American die-cast toys market is expected to note the highest market share in revenue in the near future. It can be attributed to the large number of collectors, high levels of discretionary spending, extensive retail networks, and well-liked franchise agreements, which increase the visibility of the products and encourage customer interaction. In addition, Asia Pacific is likely to grow rapidly in the global die-cast toys market because of a number of factors, including expanding e-commerce platforms, rising interest in collectables and branded products among young consumers, rising disposable incomes, and a larger middle class.
Report Attribute |
Specifications |
Market Size Value In 2023 |
USD 1.78 Bn |
Revenue Forecast In 2031 |
USD 2.50 Bn |
Growth Rate CAGR |
CAGR of 4.44% from 2024 to 2031 |
Quantitative Units |
Representation of revenue in US$ Bn and CAGR from 2024 to 2031 |
Historic Year |
2019 to 2023 |
Forecast Year |
2024-2031 |
Report Coverage |
The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market structure, growth prospects, and trends |
Segments Covered |
By Toy Type, Scale, Material, Power Source, Control Method, End-Use, And Distribution Channel |
Regional Scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
Country Scope |
U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; France; Italy; Spain; South East Asia; South Korea |
Competitive Landscape |
Simba Dickie Group, Amalgam Collection, LEGO System A/S, BBR Exclusive Car Models, BBURAGO, EXOTO, JAKKS Pacific, Inc., MATTEL, REVELL, Spin Master, and Welly Die Casting Factory Limited. |
Customization Scope |
Free customization report with the procurement of the report and modifications to the regional and segment scope. Particular Geographic competitive landscape. |
Pricing And Available Payment Methods |
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Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Die-cast Toys Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Die-cast Toys Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: By Toys Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. By Toys Type & Market Share, 2023 & 2031
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following By Toys Type:
5.2.1. Cars
5.2.1.1. Road Cars
5.2.1.2. Sports Cars
5.2.1.3. Super Cars
5.2.1.4. Formula 1 Cars
5.2.1.5. Others (Vintage Cars, Police Cars, Etc.)
5.2.2. Bikes & Motorcycles
5.2.2.1. Sport Bikes
5.2.2.2. Cruiser Bikes
5.2.2.3. Chopper Bikes
5.2.2.4. Touring Bikes
5.2.2.5. Others (Dirt Bikes, Vintage Bikes, Etc.)
Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: By Scale Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. By Scale & Market Share, 2023 & 2031
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following By Scale:
6.2.1. 1:18 Scale
6.2.2. 1:12 Scale
6.2.3. 1:43 Scale
6.2.4. 1:64 Scale
6.2.5. 1:87 Scale
Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: By Material Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. By Material & Market Share, 2023 & 2031
7.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following By Material:
7.2.1. Metal
7.2.2. Plastic
7.2.3. Others (Rubber, Etc.)
Chapter 8. Market Segmentation 4: by Power Source Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. by Power Source & Market Share, 2023 & 2031
8.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Power Source:
8.2.1. Battery Powered
8.2.2. Wind Powered
Chapter 9. Market Segmentation 5: by Control Method Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. by Control Method & Market Share, 2023 & 2031
9.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Control Method:
9.2.1. Pull-back Action
9.2.2. Remote Control
9.2.3. Digital Control (App-enabled)
Chapter 10. Market Segmentation 6: by End-use Estimates & Trend Analysis
10.1. by End-use & Market Share, 2023 & 2031
10.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by End-use:
10.2.1. Personal
10.2.2. Commercial
10.2.2.1. Auto Shows and Exhibitions
10.2.2.2. Educational Purposes
10.2.2.3. Automotive Museums
10.2.2.4. Others (Hobby Shops, Toy Stores, etc.)
Chapter 11. Market Segmentation 7: by Distribution Channel Estimates & Trend Analysis
11.1. by Distribution Channel & Market Share, 2023 & 2031
11.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2019 to 2031 for the following by Distribution Channel:
11.2.1. Online
11.2.1.1. E-Commerce Websites
11.2.1.2. Company Websites
11.2.2. Offline
11.2.2.1. Supermarkets/ Hypermarkets
11.2.2.2. Specialty Stores
11.2.2.3. Other Retail Stores
Chapter 12. Die-cast Toys Market Segmentation 8: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
12.1. North America
12.1.1. North America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Toys Type, 2024-2031
12.1.2. North America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Power Source, 2024-2031
12.1.3. North America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Scale, 2024-2031
12.1.4. North America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2024-2031
12.1.5. North America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Control Method, 2024-2031
12.1.6. North America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-use, 2024-2031
12.1.7. North America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Distribution Channel, 2024-2031
12.1.8. North America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031.
12.2. Europe
12.2.1. Europe Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Toys Type, 2024-2031
12.2.2. Europe Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Power Source, 2024-2031
12.2.3. Europe Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Scale, 2024-2031
12.2.4. Europe Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2024-2031
12.2.5. Europe Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Control Method, 2024-2031
12.2.6. Europe Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-use, 2024-2031
12.2.7. Europe Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Distribution Channel, 2024-2031
12.2.8. Europe Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031.
12.3. Asia Pacific
12.3.1. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Toys Type, 2024-2031
12.3.2. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Power Source, 2024-2031
12.3.3. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Scale, 2024-2031
12.3.4. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2024-2031
12.3.5. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Control Method, 2024-2031
12.3.6. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-use, 2024-2031
12.3.7. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Distribution Channel, 2024-2031
12.3.8. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031.
12.4. Latin America
12.4.1. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Toys Type, 2024-2031
12.4.2. Asia Pacific Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Power Source, 2024-2031
12.4.3. Latin America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Scale, 2024-2031
12.4.4. Latin America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2024-2031
12.4.5. Latin America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Control Method, 2024-2031
12.4.6. Latin America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-use, 2024-2031
12.4.7. Latin America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Distribution Channel, 2024-2031
12.4.8. Latin America Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031.
12.5. Middle East & Africa
12.5.1. Middle East & Africa Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Toys Type, 2024-2031
12.5.2. Middle East & Africa Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Power Source, 2024-2031
12.5.3. Middle East & Africa Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Scale, 2024-2031
12.5.4. Middle East & Africa Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Material, 2024-2031
12.5.5. Middle East & Africa Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Control Method, 2024-2031
12.5.6. Middle East & Africa Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by End-use, 2024-2031
12.5.7. Middle East & Africa Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by Distribution Channel, 2024-2031
12.5.8. Middle East & Africa Die-cast Toys Market Revenue (US$ Million) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2024-2031.
Chapter 13. Competitive Landscape
13.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
13.2. Company Profiles
13.2.1. Simba Dickie Group
13.2.2. Amalgam Collection
13.2.3. LEGO System A/S
13.2.4. BBR Exclusive Car Models
13.2.5. BBURAGO
13.2.6. EXOTO
13.2.7. JAKKS Pacific, Inc.
13.2.8. MATTEL
13.2.9. REVELL
13.2.10. Spin Master
13.2.11. Welly Die Casting Factory Limited
13.2.12. Other Players
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InsightAce Analytic follows a standard and comprehensive market research methodology focused on offering the most accurate and precise market insights. The methods followed for all our market research studies include three significant steps – primary research, secondary research, and data modeling and analysis - to derive the current market size and forecast it over the forecast period. In this study, these three steps were used iteratively to generate valid data points (minimum deviation), which were cross-validated through multiple approaches mentioned below in the data modeling section.
Through secondary research methods, information on the market under study, its peer, and the parent market was collected. This information was then entered into data models. The resulted data points and insights were then validated by primary participants.
Based on additional insights from these primary participants, more directional efforts were put into doing secondary research and optimize data models. This process was repeated till all data models used in the study produced similar results (with minimum deviation). This way, this iterative process was able to generate the most accurate market numbers and qualitative insights.
Secondary research
The secondary research sources that are typically mentioned to include, but are not limited to:
The paid sources for secondary research like Factiva, OneSource, Hoovers, and Statista
Primary Research:
Primary research involves telephonic interviews, e-mail interactions, as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and subsegment across geographies
The contributors who typically take part in such a course include, but are not limited to:
Data Modeling and Analysis:
In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.
The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.