Precipitated Silica Market Worth $3.34 Billion By 2025

The global precipitated silica market size is anticipated to reach USD 3.34 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is expected to register a CAGR of 7.9% during the forecast period. Increasing utilization of the product in tires to enhance tire tread wear resistance and adhesion, is the major factor driving the growth. Substitution of carbon black with precipitated silica on account of its eco-friendly nature is anticipated to fuel the market.

Application of the product in agrochemicals is expected to witness a considerable growth on account of its extensive usage as free flow agent. Increasing use of precipitated silica owing to its absorption ability and improved chemical stability is expected to drive demand from the agrochemicals market.

Growing use in food industry on account of its superior absorption, high purity, and anti-caking property is expected to fuel demand for precipitated silica over the forecast period. Precipitated silica is used extensively in food applications including edible salt and powdered food products. It helps enhance product consistency through automated dosing of vegetable and fruit extracts, preservatives, and nutrients.

In agrochemicals, the product is used as an active ingredient carrier in pesticide manufacturing. It enables consistent and high loading of chemically active ingredients in various agrochemicals including fungicides, insecticides, and herbicides. In addition, the product is used as a process aid for urea and chemicals owing to its anti-cracking properties.

Increasing use of the product in toothpaste industry as a cleaning and thickening agent is expected to drive growth of the precipitated silica market over the forecast period. The product is used in oral care applications to provide effective cleaning and polishing performance. It is used in toothpaste formulations, primarily on account of its whitening and cleaning properties, to meet dentifrice requirements.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

Rubber application held the highest market share of 52.7% in terms of revenue 2018 owing to huge demand from tire manufacturers
In terms of volume, agrochemicals was the second largest application with a market share of 12.9% in 2018. Its growth is mainly driven by increasing demand for efficient agrochemical processing techniques
Asia Pacific led the precipitated silica market with a revenue share of 43.4% in 2018 owing to massive production of tires and increasing construction activity in the region
In terms of revenue, Central and South America is estimated to register a CAGR of 8.4% over the forecast period on account of economic recovery in the region
Evonik Industries, Solvay SA., and PPG Industries, are the key manufacturers in the market. Capacity extension owing to rising demand and price modification on account of volatility in raw material prices are the major strategies adopted by the top players.

Metallic Stearate Market Worth $4.84 Billion by 2025

The global metallic stearate market is expected to reach USD 4.84 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is projected to expand at a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period. Growing rubber and plastics industry is projected to drive the product demand.

Thermoplastics such as polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, polyethylene terephthalate, expanded polystyrene, ABS, SAN, polyamides, fluoropolymer, and polycarbonate were the key contributors to the market growth. Primary applications of plastics include films, sheet, plates, boxes, strip, foil, and bottles. Packaging, building and construction, automotive, electronic, electrical, and consumer goods are the leading end-user industries that consume plastics. As a result, the prolific increase in plastics and plastic-based articles production is anticipated to drive the metallic stearate market over the forecast period.

The strong presence of automotive manufactures in China, Japan, and South Korea has boosted the demand for synthetic rubber. China and South East Asian countries appeared to be the major producers of synthetic rubber. Prospective growth in the automotive industry has propelled the demand for rubber in tire applications. A sizeable increase in rubber production is anticipated to fuel the demand for metallic stearates over the next few years.

Technological advancements are likely to continue driving the market growth. Various types of techniques are used in metallic stearate production. Nanofilms of metallic stearates can be produced using Langmuir−Blodgett (LB) techniques. The films are characterized by X-Ray Diffraction technique. The conductive properties of films are altered with environmental conditions; as a result, they can be used as a humidity sensor

Rising health concerns, altering demographics and lifestyles, favorable research studies, and innovative production techniques are the factors projected to drive the market. Investments and business expansions made by market participants to meet the increasing product demand in Asia Pacific and North America are projected to offer substantial growth opportunities over the next few years.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

In terms of revenue, the zinc product is expected to expand at a CAGR of 5.5% over the forecast period
Plastics led the application segment with a market share of over 30% in 2018
Increasing purchasing power parity and demand for cosmetics is projected to drive the metallic stearate market over the forecast period
Some of the key participants are Dover Chemical Corporation, Valtris Specialty Chemicals, Peter Greven GmbH & Co. KG, Baerlocher GmbH, Faci S.p.A, and Norac Additives.

Kaolin Market Size Worth $6.28 Billion By 2027

The global kaolin market size is expected to reach USD 6.28 billion by 2027, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc., expanding at a CAGR of 3.5% from 2020 to 2027. The increasing popularity of high-grade kaolin within the cosmetics industry is anticipated to propel the growth of the market space over the forecast period.

The use of kaolin in the cosmetics industry has witnessed steady growth over the last few years. As per cosmetics industry experts, the absorbent properties exhibited by kaolin proved to be a key factor in the wide adoption of the product within this application segment. In addition, increasing consumer awareness pertaining to the use of natural ingredients, especially in cosmetic creams and lotions, propelled the adoption of kaolin in the global cosmetics market space.

The emergence of COVID-19 in the first quarter of FY 2020 has directly impacted the construction activities. The slowdown in the construction sector is projected to indirectly influence the dynamics of the global market space. The imposition of lockdown by many countries around the globe have stalled construction activities and caused a severe economic impact. The kaolin expansion projects initiated by market vendors at the start of 2019 have been stalled due to the scarcity caused by the emergence of COVID-19.

Despite the current downturn in economic conditions, the futuristic opportunities for marketspace look lucrative with larger demand coming from ceramics application. An increase in ceramics production is anticipated to positively influence the apparent consumption of the product over the forecast period. Wider adoption of ceramics, especially in décor and interior design, is likely to boost its prospects over the predicted timeline.

Most of the players in the market are focused on devising strategies to limit economic exposure caused due to the breakout of the pandemic and the subsequent slowdown in the demand for the product from key application segments. The market participants are inclined towards maintaining positive liquidity in order to sustain themselves during these unprecedented times.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

The paper application segment led the market and held over 37.0% share of the global revenue in 2019 owing to increasing demand for paper boards from the packaging industry
The ceramics application segment is projected to expand at a CAGR of 4.9% in terms of revenue over the forecast period owing to increasing production of ceramic tiles to meet the growing demand from the construction industry, especially in the U.S., China, and India
The cosmetics application segment accounted for a volume share of 1.1% in 2019 and is expected to emerge as one of the fast-growing segments in terms of volume over the forecast period. The growth is attributed to increasing consumer disposable income, along with the rising demand for skincare products
Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at the fastest CAGR in terms of volume as well as revenue over the forecast period, owing to the wide adoption of kaolin within the regional supply chain of the ceramics manufacturing marketspace
Europe is expected to register a CAGR of 2.3% in terms of volume over the forecast period. The economic disaster triggered by the breakout of the pandemic is likely to restrain the market growth in the region.

APAC Metallic Stearate Market Worth $2.4 Billion By 2025

The Asia Pacific metallic stearate market size is projected to reach USD 2.4 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 6.5% over the forecast period. Rapid growth of key application industries, including plastics, rubber, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, in the region has resulted in increased product demand. This trend, most notably in the emerging economies such as Indonesia and Thailand, is expected to drive the market growth in Asia Pacific.

Metallic stearates are produced via a reaction between stearic acid and metal oxides. Stearic acid is primarily obtained from palm kernel oil. Major manufacturers of palm kernel oil have a strong presence in countries such as China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand. Ambient weather conditions and soil characteristics in these countries favor the production of palm kernel oil. Moreover, growing industrialization and government expenditures on infrastructure development in these countries are expected to open new avenues for various end-use industries. This, in turn, is expected to benefit regional growth over the forecast period.

Various PVC applications, such as healthcare packaging, food packaging, bottles, tubes, footwear, flooring, pipes, and toys, require metallic stearates as a stabilizer. Furthermore, they act as a macromolecular binder and help decrease the softening temperature of PVC. Metallic stearates also function as a release agent. This is anticipated to boost product demand over the coming years. Metallic stearates also function as internal lubricants, which improves compatibility owing to the presence of polar groups.

Indonesia was the largest market for metallic stearates in 2017, and this trend is expected to continue over the forecast period. Robust industrial growth in this country is projected to drive demand for calcium stearate as it is used in building & construction applications as an efflorescence agent. In addition, the strong presence of international brands and growing focus of the regional government to expand manufacturing in the cosmetics industry are expected to fuel product demand in near future.

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Further key findings from the study suggest:

In terms of revenue, the value for zinc stearate in Asia Pacific is anticipated to reach USD 802.7 million by 2025 at a CAGR of 6.3%
Plastics formed the dominant segment, in terms of revenue, in 2017 with a market share of 31.7%. This growth was due to its ability to enable the processor to produce finished articles with lower friction and smoother surfaces while optimizing production
The Indonesia metallic stearate market is anticipated to exceed USD 160.7 million by 2025 owing to recent economic growth, which propelled the infrastructure, residential, and commercial building, and automotive sectors in the country
The market for metallic stearates is highly competitive due to the presence of a number of multinational companies with wide product portfolios
Companies are focusing on adding new products to their portfolio, which are tailored to meet specific requirements. For instance, in 2017, Valtris Specialty Chemicals, Inc. added a new product, Synpro Calcium Stearate, to its product portfolio

Precipitated Silica Market Worth $3.34 Billion By 2025

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

Rubber application held the highest market share of 52.7% in terms of revenue 2018 owing to huge demand from tire manufacturers
In terms of volume, agrochemicals was the second largest application with a market share of 12.9% in 2018. Its growth is mainly driven by increasing demand for efficient agrochemical processing techniques
Asia Pacific led the precipitated silica market with a revenue share of 43.4% in 2018 owing to massive production of tires and increasing construction activity in the region
In terms of revenue, Central and South America is estimated to register a CAGR of 8.4% over the forecast period on account of economic recovery in the region
Evonik Industries, Solvay SA., and PPG Industries, are the key manufacturers in the market. Capacity extension owing to rising demand and price modification on account of volatility in raw material prices are the major strategies adopted by the top players.

Yoga Mats Market Size Worth $17.32 Billion By 2025

The global yoga mat market size is anticipated to reach USD 17.32 billion by 2025 registering a CAGR of 5.8%, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Supportive government initiatives to promote yoga across the world will fuel the product demand over the forecast period. Rising number of yoga studios due to growing popularity of the technique in countries including U.S., China, and Australia is also expected to boost the product demand in the coming years.

The Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) material segment accounted for the maximum market share of 40.3% in 2018 due to high efficiency and low cost of these materials. However, manufacturers are focusing on developing products from eco-friendly and biodegradable materials, such as rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE), owing to stringent government regulations on use of plastic. Thus, rubber material segment is anticipated to expand at the fastest CAGR of 7.1% over the forecast period. Moreover, rubber is highly UV-resistant and easy to clean, which drives the segment further.

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Further key findings from the study suggest:

North America is anticipated to be the largest regional market over the forecast period. Increasing awareness about the health benefits of yoga is expected to boost the product demand
However, Asia Pacific is projected to be the fastest-growing regional market at a CAGR of 7.3% from 2019 to 2025
Online distribution channel segment is anticipated to witness the fastest growth rate over the forecast period
Increasing usage of smartphones and internet, especially in developing countries like India and China, is expected boost product sales through online channel
The global yoga mats market is highly competitive. Some of the top companies are Alo Yoga, Inc.; Lululemon; Manduka; Jade Yoga; prAna; Hugger Mugger; Khataland; Liforme Ltd.; Dragonfly; and Tomuno

Paraffin Wax Market Size Worth $7.27 Billion By 2025

The global paraffin wax market size is expected to reach USD 7.27 billion by 2025, according to a new report published by Grand View Research, Inc. Increasing demand for paraffin waxes in flexible packaging, candle manufacturing, rubber, and cosmetics is expected to aid in market expansion over the next nine years. Rising consumption of these products as a rheology modifier, electrical insulator, friction reducer, plasticizer, and flame retardant is expected to increase market size over the forecast period.

Paraffin waxes are used in flexible packaging as they provide an excellent barrier against odor and gas transmission. The growing food & beverage sector in developing countries including China, Japan, India, South Korea, South Africa, and Brazil is expected to stimulate packaging growth, which in turn will drive product demand over the upcoming years.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

The global market demand was 3,461.8 kilo tons in 2015 and is expected to grow substantially on account of increasing demand for home fragrance products in countries including China, the UK, India, and the U.S.
Cosmetic application segment is projected to show volume grow at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2016 to 2025. Increasing usage of these products as body moisturizers in dermatology is likely to fuel growth.
Rising demand for creams, lipsticks, ointments, and personal care products is expected to drive industry growth. Developing personal care industry in countries including the U.S., India, France, China, Brazil, Argentina, Russia, Indonesia, South Africa, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, and UAE is further expected to create growth opportunities for the product over the upcoming years.
Asia Pacific was the leading market in 2015 and is projected to foresee rapid revenue growth at a CAGR of 4.4% from 2016 to 2025. The increase is attributed to the rapid development of packaging, personal care, and adhesives industries in the region. Growing utilization of these waxes in hot melt adhesives mainly in China, South Korea, Australia, India, and Taiwan will spur industry expansion over the next nine years.
The industry is highly competitive with a large number of participants in China, the U.S., India, and South Africa. Key players include ExxonMobil, PetroChina Company Limited, Sinopec, International Group Inc., Repsol, IOCL, and Sasol.
ExxonMobil provides semi refined paraffin wax which finds applications in packaging and adhesives and complies with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) specifications
Companies such as Sasol provide non-toxic paraffin wax which is produced by environment-friendly technology, i.e., high-pressure hydrogenation. This innovation, in turn, will create new opportunities for growth over the next nine years.

Kaolin Market Size Worth $5.66 Billion By 2027

The global kaolin market size is projected to reach USD 5.66 billion by 2027, expanding at a 3.3% CAGR based on revenue, over the forecast period, according to a new report published by Grand View Research, Inc. Kaolin is used as a filler or a coating material and hence, rising demand for paper from the packaging industry is likely to propel the growth.

Kaolin in paper products enhance smoothness and appearance, increase brightness and printability, and reduce abrasion. Paper, being an eco-friendly and easily recyclable solution, is widely used in industries such as packaging and print media in the form of paper boards and gloss papers. Rising awareness along with stringent regulations regarding environmental pollution caused by non-biodegradable packaging is likely to drive the demand for paper packaging, which in turn is anticipated to augment market growth in the forthcoming years.

However, downturn in paper sector of North America region is expected to restrain growth of the kaolin market over the forecast period. Continuous shift toward digital media platforms for news, advertisements, and marketing has adversely affected the demand for newsprint media in North America over the past few years. In addition, availability of efficient substitutes, such a Ground Calcium Carbonates (GCC) and Precipitated Calcium Carbonates (PCC) that can replicate the properties of kaolin at a lower cost may hinder the product demand to a certain extent.

In Asia Pacific, factors such as expanding population and rising consumer standard of living are anticipated to increase the need for houses, thus propelling the construction industry. The rising construction industry directly impacts the growth of the ceramic industry. According to the Ceramic World Web, in 2018, the regional ceramic tile production accounted for 68.6% of the global production. The high regional production of ceramic tiles is anticipated to drive the demand for kaolin in the forthcoming years.

BASF SE, Imerys S.A., KaMin LLC, LB MINERALS Ltd., Sibelco N.V., and Thiele Kaolin Company are the key market players. Most of the players focus on increasing the kaolin prices to ensure long term business sustainability. The kaolin manufacturers increased in prices by 5% to 9% in 2018 for different applications. For instance, in August 2018, BASF SE increased kaolin prices by 5% for paper and thermal applications.

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Further key findings from the report suggest:

Paper segment is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 2.6%, in terms of revenue over the forecast period owing to the increasing demand for paper boards from the packaging industry
Ceramics is projected to witness a CAGR of 4.0% in terms of volume over the forecast period owing to increasing production of ceramic tiles to meet the rising demand from the construction industry, especially from U.S, China, and India
Cosmetics is among the segments witnessing rapid growth, in terms of volume, over the forecast period and accounted for a market share of 1.1% in 2019. The growth is attributed to the increasing consumer disposable income along with the rising demand for skin care products
Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 3.5% in terms of volume over the forecast period owing to the rising demand for kaolin-based products from construction, automotive, and packaging industries
Europe is expected to witness a CAGR of 2.7% in terms of revenue over the forecast period as it is among the largest regions for the paper industry and ceramics industry