China Industrial Robotics Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Type, Function, End User, and Region, 2025-2033

China Industrial Robotics Market Overview:

The China industrial robotics market size reached USD 3.27 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 8.88 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 10.52% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and embodied intelligence technologies that enable adaptive robotic systems, the expansion beyond traditional industries with collaborative robotics solutions gaining prominence across diverse sectors, and the enhancement of domestic manufacturing capabilities that have significantly increased local market share. Additionally, the growing emphasis on automation to address rising labor costs and demographic changes is expanding the China industrial robotics market share.

China Industrial Robotics Market Trends:

Advanced Artificial Intelligence Integration and Embodied Intelligence Development

The China industrial robotics market is witnessing strong growth driven by the integration of artificial intelligence and embodied intelligence technologies. AI-powered robots with multimodal perception, including 3D vision and force sensing, now combine cognitive reasoning to perform diverse industrial tasks with adaptive, closed-loop precision. This shift moves beyond traditional programming, enabling dynamic execution and on-site learning. Local governments, notably in Shanghai and Shenzhen, are advancing embodied AI strategies to accelerate adoption, with Shenzhen targeting over 100 billion yuan in output by 2027. In the first half of 2025, China’s industrial robot production rose 35.6% year-on-year to nearly 370,000 units, reflecting heavy investment in AI-enhanced manufacturing systems. These innovations signal a fundamental transition from conventional automation toward intelligent robotic systems capable of perceiving, learning, and interacting autonomously, reinforcing China’s leadership in next-generation manufacturing and positioning the country as a global hub for advanced industrial robotics.

Market Expansion Beyond Traditional Industries and Collaborative Robotics Growth

The China industrial robotics market trends are showing remarkable diversification as robotic adoption expands well beyond traditional strongholds such as electronics and automotive manufacturing. In recent years, sectors like chemicals, food processing, pharmaceuticals, solar panel production, and lithium battery manufacturing have seen increased robotic deployment, reflecting a strategic approach to industrial automation that embraces broader applications. Collaborative robots, or cobots, are driving a significant portion of this expansion by allowing safe interaction with human workers without extensive safety barriers. These cobots are increasingly preferred for their affordability, flexibility, and ease of integration into existing workflows, enhancing productivity while maintaining operational safety. Chinese manufacturers have developed sophisticated cobot solutions that are gaining international recognition, and some are being implemented by major global companies. This trend illustrates its moving toward inclusive, versatile, and adaptive automation solutions that support both large-scale and smaller manufacturing operations.

Domestic Manufacturing Capability Enhancement and Global Market Leadership

The market growth is being propelled by the strengthening of domestic manufacturing capabilities and rising robot density across industrial sectors. Chinese robotics firms have expanded their share of domestic installations through cost-effective, high-quality solutions that compete with established international brands, covering articulated, SCARA, and collaborative robots. This growth reflects the success of national initiatives such as the "Made in China 2025" strategy, which encourages innovation, technological self-reliance, and infrastructure investment. Rising robot density enables manufacturers to improve efficiency, scale operations, and adopt advanced automation technologies. China’s industrial robot output continues to dominate globally, with domestic companies increasingly exporting advanced solutions to meet international demand. By combining internal manufacturing strength with global competitiveness, the China industrial robotics market growth demonstrates a trajectory toward leadership in next-generation automation, reinforcing the country’s position as a hub for advanced industrial robotics and intelligent manufacturing solutions.

China Industrial Robotics Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, function, and end user.

Type Insights:

• Articulated
• Cartesian
• SCARA
• Cylindrical
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market by type. This includes articulated, cartesian, SCARA, cylindrical, and others.

Function Insights:

• Soldering and Welding
• Materials Handling
• Assembling and Disassembling
• Painting and Dispensing
• Milling, Cutting, and Processing
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the function have also been provided in the report. This includes soldering and welding, materials handling, assembling and disassembling, painting and dispensing, milling, cutting, and processing, and others.

End User Insights:

• Automotive
• Electrical and Electronics
• Chemical Rubber and Plastics
• Manufacturing
• Food and Beverages
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market by end user. This includes automotive, electrical and electronics, chemical rubber and plastics, manufacturing, food and beverages, and others.

Regional Insights:

• North China
• East China
• South Central China
• Southwest China
• Northwest China
• Northeast China

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North China, East China, South Central China, Southwest China, Northwest China, and Northeast China.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

China Industrial Robotics News:

• In July 2025, China’s UBTECH launched the Walker S2 humanoid robot, capable of running 24/7 by autonomously swapping its own batteries. Standing 5’3” with a dual-battery system and advanced sensors, the robot enables continuous operation for industrial and customer-service tasks without any human intervention.
• In October 2024, China’s EngineAI Robotics launched the SE01 humanoid robot, showcasing 32 degrees of freedom, aerospace-grade aluminum design, and dual processors for smooth, human-like walking. With powerful joint torque and advanced AI navigation, SE01 targets 1,000-unit production by 2025, strengthening China’s position in the industrial and humanoid robotics market.

China Industrial Robotics Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the China industrial robotics market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the China industrial robotics market on the basis of type?
• What is the breakup of the China industrial robotics market on the basis of function?
• What is the breakup of the China industrial robotics market on the basis of end user?
• What is the breakup of the China industrial robotics market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the China industrial robotics market?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the China industrial robotics market?
• What is the structure of the China industrial robotics market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the China industrial robotics market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC's industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the China industrial robotics market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the China industrial robotics market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the China industrial robotics industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.