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Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices
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Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices Global Overview
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Summary
This report is intended to help buyers of radio frequency identification (RFID) devices. RFIDs use short-range radio frequencies to track packages and objects within a limited distance from the tracker. RFID systems consist of tags, readers and antennae. Tags store information and are attached to the object being tracked, while readers and antennae send out radio waves to read information stored on the RFID tag. This report focuses on RFID tags, but readers and antennae will also be discussed.
This Report Includes:
- RFID Tags
- RFID Readers
- RFID Antennae
Not in this Report:
- Bar Code Systems
- Bar Code Readers
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Global Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices Procurement Trends
Discover the top international trends affecting procurement in the global Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices market.
Warning Trends
Tariffs to escalate prices for electronics and computing equipment
- The Trump administration’s reciprocating tariffs, which will increase the tariff on all products imported from nearly all US trade partners, are set to take effect on August 7 and are likely to drive price increases across a wide range of sectors.
- The United States is highly reliant on imported electronics, communication equipment, and computing devices, having imported more than $472 billion worth of electronics in 2024, or about half of the total domestic supply. Starting August 7, imports from key computer and electronics producers such as China (54,0%), Japan (15.0%), South Korea (15.0%), Thailand (19.0%), Vietnam (20.0%), and Taiwan (20.0%) will be subject to new tariff rates. Trade deals for many countries are still being negotiated, and these rates are subject to change.
- For this reason, the US electronics industry is highly exposed to price increases and supply chain disruptions when the tariffs take effect. For example, the cost of iPhones, which are predominantly manufactured in China, could rise by as much as 43.0% in response to tariffs, according to projections by Rosenblatt Securities.
- Overall, the Yale Budget Lab anticipates tariffs will increase the average cost of computers and electronics by 18.7% in the short term.
- The tariffs exempt semiconductors, limiting the cost increases for domestic electronics manufacturers, but the lack of domestic electronics assembly capacity means that this exemption will have a limited effect.
China bans exports of rare minerals to the United States
- On December 4, China announced a ban on all exports of gallium, germanium, graphite, and antimony to the United States, escalating existing trade restrictions on these materials.
- China is the leading global producer of each of these metals, producing 98.3%, 67.9%, 62.0%, and 48.2%, respectively, of the world’s gallium, germanium, graphite, and antimony supplies, respectively.
- The United States can still access these resources from other trade partners who make up most of the remaining global supply of the impacted commodities, such as Canada, Japan, and Brazil.
- However, the loss of supply from China, the leading producer of these materials, will increase prices and supply chain risk in a range of markets that rely on the affected metals, such as the semiconductor, batteries, and solar cell markets.
- China’s export ban on these materials is in retaliation to expanded US export bans on advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment and technologies to China announced two days prior. This ongoing trade dispute adds further uncertainty to technology markets, which are often reliant on components and materials exported from China.
Russian invasion of Ukraine is putting additional strain on US chip supply
- Until recently, the United States sourced nearly all of its neon gas (an essential material in the laser imprinting process to produce semiconductors) from Ukrainian and Russian producers. Previous conflicts between the two nations, specifically related to the Crimea conflict in 2014, resulted in a nearly 600.0% increase in the price of neon.
- The Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade announced in early June that it would be limiting neon gas exports as part of its sanctions against countries it views as unfriendly. This move will add to lead times and prices for neon.
- Downstream semiconductor manufacturers keep stockpiles of neon gas that have allowed them to continue manufacturing chips, though it is unknown how long these stockpiles will last. Semiconductor manufacturers will likely pay higher prices for neon gas outside Ukraine as global supplies dwindle.
Global Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices Market - Suppliers by Region
| Country/Region | Number of Suppliers |
|---|---|
| #1 Oceania & Southeast Asia | 3,020 |
| #2 China | 2,215 |
| #3 Europe | 1,985 |
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Average Cost of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices
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2026 Market Pricing$1.00 to $XX.XX
per tagAverage Price
Prices in the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices market range from $1.00 to $XX.XX, depending on Type of Tag, Frequency, Memory and Volume. For example, lower prices are associated with Passive tag ($0.05 to $0.09 per tag), whereas higher prices are associated with Active tag ($0.09 to $100 per tag).
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Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices Category Price Trends
Pricing trends are indicated by the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) during a set period of time. For the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices market, prices in the US have grown 3.6% from 2022 to 2025. Subscribers can access price trend forecasts, price driver projections and forward-looking cost structure data. Learn more
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Cost Analysis - Total Cost of Ownership for Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices
Total cost of ownership is High in the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices market. The average cost of ownership differs depending on the contract but generally includes costs negotiated before the contract begins, costs billed during the contract period and unforeseen costs. For example, unforeseen costs in the form of Cancellations may raise the total cost of ownership unexpectedly.
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Buyer Power in Procurement Negotiations
In 2026, buyer power amounts to -2.5 in the United States. Buyer power is most positively impacted by Recent Developments. It is most negatively impacted by Market Share Concentration. Subscribers can access details on eight other factors that impact buyer power. Learn more
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Supply Chain Risk
The average level of supply chain risk is assessed as High, which has a negative impact on buyer power. The level of supply chain risk is affected by industry volatility, barriers to entry, competition, import penetration, regulation and industry financial risk. Buyers in this market can mitigate procurement and supply chain management risks by monitoring risk levels for individual first and second tier suppliers:
1st
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- Semiconductor & Circuit Manufacturers
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Biggest Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices Suppliers in the US by Revenue
The largest Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices vendors by revenue in the US are Alien Technology LLC, Wavetrend Ltd. and Motorola Solutions, inc. Subscribers can sort and filter by market share concentration, profit level and other factors. Learn more
| Supplier | Operational Size | Headquarters | Number of Employees | Market Share (%) | Market Share Performance (3yr trend) | Total Revenue ($ million) | Profit Level (%) | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motorola Solutions, inc. | Global | Chicago | >10,000 | 10-15 | ||||
| Trimble Inc. | Global | WESTMINSTER, CA | >10,000 | 5-10 | ||||
| Honeywell International Inc. | Global | CHARLOTTE | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Avery Dennison Corporation | Global | MENTOR | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Zebra Technologies Corp. | Global | LINCOLNSHIRE, IL | >10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Invengo Information Technology Co. Ltd. | Global | N/A, SG | 501-1,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Impinj Inc. | Global | SEATTLE, WA | 101-250 | < 5 | ||||
| Advent International | Global | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | 1,001-10,000 | < 5 | ||||
| Alien Technology LLC | International | San Jose, CA | 101-250 | < 5 | ||||
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Profit Analysis
The average profit margin across vendors in the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices market is 8.6% and steady. Profit levels shift depending on suppliers' spend on wages, purchases and overhead. The highest cost component for vendors is Overhead. The cost trend for this component is stagnating, when considering movement between 2025 and 2026. To understand cost forecasts for 2027 and uncover the implications on profit, start your subscription. Learn more
Vendor & Supply Chain Analysis
Demand is growing, which will help ensure suppliers’ financial stability. Although RFIDs are still in the growth stage of the product life cycle, their demand is spread across a wide variety of buyers, including retailers, logistic providers, manufacturers, and healthcare providers, thus vendor risk is neutral.
There is a low level of market share concentration in the RFID device market, with the four largest suppliers accounting for less than 25.0% of total market revenue. As a result, low market share concentration benefits buyers by increasing competition in the market.
Overall supply chain risk is high in the RFID device market. The greatest risk comes from suppliers’ need for semiconductors and electronic components which are experiencing a shortage.
The United States is a net importer of RFID tags, meaning it imports more than it exports. This provides buyers access to competitively priced goods; however, it also elevates supply chain risk due to the high reliance on overseas manufacturers.
Supplier Information
Motorola Solutions, inc.
Motorola Solutions, Inc. is a global technology company focusing on safety and security. It designs and advances on-premises, cloud-based, and hybrid software solutions and services, such as cybersecurity subscription services and managed and support services, across land mobile radio communications, video... Subscribe to learn more
Trimble Inc.
Trimble Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing and information sectors. The company's offerings include electronic logging devices, precision agriculture systems, radio frequency identification devices, computer-aided design software, transportation management systems. Founded in... Subscribe to learn more
Advent International
Advent International is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include radio frequency identification devices and radio antennas. Founded in 1984, the company is currently headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States of America with an estimated... Subscribe to learn more
Alien Technology LLC
Alien Technology LLC is a private company operating internationally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include radio frequency identification devices. Founded in 1994, the company is currently headquartered in San Jose, California, United States of America with an estimated 140 employees.... Subscribe to learn more
Avery Dennison Corporation
Avery Dennison Corporation is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing, manufacturing and professional, scientific and technical services sectors. The company's offerings include laminated papers, packing tape, radio frequency identification devices, label applying & printing devices, tamper-evident... Subscribe to learn more
Honeywell International Inc.
Honeywell International Inc. is a global technology and manufacturing company that designs, develops, produces, and markets consumer and industrial products. It organizes its business into four reportable business segments: the Aerospace segment, which supplies products, software, and services for aircraft;... Subscribe to learn more
Impinj Inc.
Impinj Inc. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include radio frequency identification devices. Founded in 2000, the company is currently headquartered in SEATTLE, Washington, United States of America with an estimated 205 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Invengo Information Technology Co. Ltd.
Invengo Information Technology Co. Ltd. is a public company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include radio frequency identification devices. Founded in 1999, the company is currently headquartered in N/A, Singapore with an estimated 750 employees. Subscribe to learn more
Wavetrend Ltd.
Wavetrend Ltd. is a private company operating globally in the manufacturing sector. The company's offerings include radio frequency identification devices. Founded in 1997, the company is currently headquartered in Petworth, West Sussex, United Kingdom with an estimated 37 employees. Subscribe to learn more
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Procurement Management KPIs for the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices Market
Managing vendor performance throughout the contract period is easier when tracking specific key performance indicators (KPIs). For example, buyers should monitor Average Resolution Time and Customer Retention Rate. Buyers may experience better performance throughout their contracts if they establish service level agreements (SLAs) based on Pricing and other factors.
| KPI | Level of Importance (1-5) | Measurements | Key Considerations |
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| Average Resolution Time |
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Average time to resolve a minor issue Average time to resolve a major issue |
The supplier’s ability to resolve technical problems quickly and effectively is key. Vendors should be able to resolve minor issues within 4 hours and major issues within two business days. |
| Customer Retention Rate |
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Number of customers at the start of the period Number of customers at the end of the period Rate of early contract cancellations |
The customer retention rate represents the number of customers a company is able to retain for a set time frame. Buyers of long-term contracts should look unfavorably on vendors with low customer retention rates, as buyers may be left unsatisfied with the level of service provided over time. |
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Questions to Ask During Procurement Negotiations
How can I gain leverage during negotiations?
Implementation
How much information can be stored on your RFID tags, and how does this affect cost?
Do you have software systems that can organize and track the information stored on RFID tags?
Reliability
How do certain environmental conditions or metal objects affect the signal strength?
Do the radio signals generated by your product conform to relevant European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) and FCC standards?
Integration
What other hardware or software products should be purchased in conjunction with your RFID products?
Can you send technicians to my site to help survey factories and stores?
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Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Devices RFP Guidelines
What should my RFP include?
Organizational Overview
Buyers should give an overview of their company, what they produce and where they operate.
Buyers should state the type(s) of RFIDs they desire.
Statement Of Need
Buyers should specify exact number of RFIDs they require.
Buyers should specify whether the RFIDs should be active or passive.
Project Budget
Buyers should specify the total budget for the project.
Buyers should include details about per-unit spending expectations and limitations.
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