The material-components-web npm package had frequent releases from December 2016 to September 2019, with a peak in May 2017. After September 2019, the release frequency significantly decreased, with only sporadic releases from November 2019 to April 2022. There have been no releases since April 2022, and no releases in 2023, 2024 or 2025 so far.
Material Components for the Web (MDC Web) is a modular and customizable UI library for building modern web applications. It implements Google's Material Design, providing components like buttons, cards, dialogs, and menus. MDC Web emphasizes accessibility, performance, and cross-browser compatibility. The library aims to offer a cohesive and visually appealing user experience, allowing developers to easily integrate Material Design principles into their projects with a focus on customizability and theming.
Material-components-web downloads peaked in April 2024, then generally decreased until December. A surge occurred in April 2025, followed by a decline. Downloads in September 2025 are significantly lower, likely due to incomplete data for the month. The overall trend in 2025 shows instability compared to 2024.
