The dolomite mining market was valued at $1.8 billion in 2021, and is projected to reach $2.7 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2022 to 2031.
Dolomite is a type of limestone, a sedimentary rock containing large amounts of the mineral dolomite. Calcium magnesium carbonate, calcite, aragonite, and dolomite make up around 2% of the crust of the earth. Crystals of dolomite are colorless, white, buff, pinkish, or blue. Granular dolomite is found in rocks and is light to dark grey, tan, or white. Dolomite crystals are translucent or almost opaque.. Dolomite is the predominant component of dolostone and dolomite marble. As it includes magnesium metal and magnesia, dolomite is used to create refractory bricks (MgO).
Dolomite is used in glass industry to improve and enhance process parameters and end product qualities in a wide range of application. It is often used as an aggregate of both cement & bitumen and sometimes as a flux also, it improves the viscosity of the glass melt and increases the scratch resistance and chemical resistance of the glass. It is used in agriculture owing to high nutrition value, it helps in maintaining the PH of soil that is why it is also called dolomitic lime or dolomitic limestone. It is used in a variety of application, including steelmaking, rubber, mining, and in agriculture for the production of fertilizers, which drives the Dolomite mining market.
However, fluctuating prices and replacement of dolomite as an igneous rock, which contains olivine mineral, could also hamper the dolomite mining market. Moreover, the harmful influence in the aquatic environment of dolomite products, which is also the most prevalent pollutants for any water environment, is also expected to hinder the market growth. Demand for dolomite has increased in the construction industry and in steel making as well as in glass industry. It provides rigidity, stability, and high viscosity and hence is in more demand.
The Dolomite mining market is segmented on the basis of mineral type, type, application, and region .On the basis of mineral type, the market is categorized into calcined dolomite and sintered dolomite. On the basis of application, the market is categorized into construction, agriculture, animal feed, ceramics & glass, iron & steel, and others. On the basis of region, the market is studied across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.
Major players operating in the global Dolomite mining market are Arihant Min chem, Calcinor, Carmeuse, E. Dillon & Company, Essel Mining & Industries Limited, Imerys, JFE Mineral Co., Ltd, Lhoist, Liaoning Beihai Industry (Group) Co., Ltd., Longcliffe, Nittetsu Mining Co., Ltd., Nordkalk Corporation, Omya AG, RHI Magnesita GmbH, Sibelco. Other players operating in the Dolomite mining market are Infrasors Holding Ltd., Aruna Dolomite Mines, Inca mining.
Dolomite is a type of limestone, a sedimentary rock containing large amounts of the mineral dolomite. Calcium magnesium carbonate, calcite, aragonite, and dolomite make up around 2% of the crust of the earth. Crystals of dolomite are colorless, white, buff, pinkish, or blue. Granular dolomite is found in rocks and is light to dark grey, tan, or white. Dolomite crystals are translucent or almost opaque.. Dolomite is the predominant component of dolostone and dolomite marble. As it includes magnesium metal and magnesia, dolomite is used to create refractory bricks (MgO).
Dolomite is used in glass industry to improve and enhance process parameters and end product qualities in a wide range of application. It is often used as an aggregate of both cement & bitumen and sometimes as a flux also, it improves the viscosity of the glass melt and increases the scratch resistance and chemical resistance of the glass. It is used in agriculture owing to high nutrition value, it helps in maintaining the PH of soil that is why it is also called dolomitic lime or dolomitic limestone. It is used in a variety of application, including steelmaking, rubber, mining, and in agriculture for the production of fertilizers, which drives the Dolomite mining market.
However, fluctuating prices and replacement of dolomite as an igneous rock, which contains olivine mineral, could also hamper the dolomite mining market. Moreover, the harmful influence in the aquatic environment of dolomite products, which is also the most prevalent pollutants for any water environment, is also expected to hinder the market growth. Demand for dolomite has increased in the construction industry and in steel making as well as in glass industry. It provides rigidity, stability, and high viscosity and hence is in more demand.
The Dolomite mining market is segmented on the basis of mineral type, type, application, and region .On the basis of mineral type, the market is categorized into calcined dolomite and sintered dolomite. On the basis of application, the market is categorized into construction, agriculture, animal feed, ceramics & glass, iron & steel, and others. On the basis of region, the market is studied across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.
Major players operating in the global Dolomite mining market are Arihant Min chem, Calcinor, Carmeuse, E. Dillon & Company, Essel Mining & Industries Limited, Imerys, JFE Mineral Co., Ltd, Lhoist, Liaoning Beihai Industry (Group) Co., Ltd., Longcliffe, Nittetsu Mining Co., Ltd., Nordkalk Corporation, Omya AG, RHI Magnesita GmbH, Sibelco. Other players operating in the Dolomite mining market are Infrasors Holding Ltd., Aruna Dolomite Mines, Inca mining.
KEY BENEFITS FOR STAKEHOLDERS
- This report provides a quantitative analysis of the market segments, current trends, estimations, and dynamics of the dolomite mining market analysis from 2021 to 2031 to identify the prevailing dolomite mining market opportunities.
- The market research is offered along with information related to key drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
- Porter's five forces analysis highlights the potency of buyers and suppliers to enable stakeholders make profit-oriented business decisions and strengthen their supplier-buyer network.
- In-depth analysis of the dolomite mining market segmentation assists to determine the prevailing market opportunities.
- Major countries in each region are mapped according to their revenue contribution to the global market.
- Market player positioning facilitates benchmarking and provides a clear understanding of the present position of the market players.
- The report includes the analysis of the regional as well as global dolomite mining market trends, key players, market segments, application areas, and market growth
IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE GLOBAL DOLOMITE MINING MARKET
- Dolomite is a raw material for several industries, including the glass, ceramic, cement, ferroalloys, and fertiliser sectors. The mining industry provides the majority of dolomite; however, the Covid-19 pandemic has caused the production lines of mining industry to collapse.
- The pandemic affected the global construction sector as well as other industries, like cement and fertilisers, also experienced a decline in growth.
- Due to the lockdown imposed in several nations, national and international transportation have been restricted, which has had a substantial influence on the supply chain of different sectors throughout the world, consequently expanding the supply-demand gap.
- Consequently, an insufficient supply of raw materials is anticipated to hamper the production rate of dolomite, which would have a negative influence on market expansion.
- Consequently, an insufficient supply of raw materials is anticipated to hamper the production rate of dolomite, which would have a negative influence on market expansion.
- However, this scenario is anticipated to improve as governments throughout the world have begun to ease restrictions on the resuming of commercial activity.
Key Market Segments
By Mineral type
- Calcined Dolomite
- Sintered Dolomite
By Application
- Construction
- Agriculture
- Animal Feed
- Ceramics and Glass
- Iron and Steel
- Others
By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- U.K.
- Sapin
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest Of Asia Pacific
- LAMEA
- Brazil
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of LAMEA
Key Market Players
- Arihant Min Chem
- calcinor s.a.
- carmeuse group
- E. Dillon & Company
- Essel Mining & Industries Limited
- imerys
- JFE MINERAL Co., LTD.
- lhoist
- Liaoning Beihai Industry (Group) Co., Ltd.
- longcliffe group limited
- Nittetsu Mining Co. Ltd.
- nordkalk corporation
- Omya AG
- RHI Magnesita GmbH
- sibelco group
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
CHAPTER 3: MARKET OVERVIEW
CHAPTER 4: DOLOMITE MINING MARKET, BY MINERAL TYPE
CHAPTER 5: DOLOMITE MINING MARKET, BY APPLICATION
CHAPTER 6: DOLOMITE MINING MARKET, BY REGION
CHAPTER 7: COMPANY LANDSCAPE
CHAPTER 8: COMPANY PROFILES
List of Tables
List of Figures
Executive Summary
According to the report, titled, “Dolomite Mining Market," the dolomite mining market was valued at $1.85 billion in 2021, and is estimated to reach $2.7 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2022 to 2031.Dolomite is also known as "dolostone" and "dolomite rock is limestone or carbonate mineral composed of calcium or magnesium. It is a translucent and anhydrous carbonate mineral that is rich in calcium and magnesium. Extraction of magnesium from dolomite ores is carried out by leaching process. The formula unit composition is CaMg(CO3)2 unlike magnesian calcites, calcium and magnesium, which are separated into distinct surfaces in ideal dolomite.
On the basis of dolomite type, the mode of formation is divided into two groups,
Primary dolomite: Primary dolomite forms immediately from aqueous solution, mainly in between 20 and 35 °C, without any CaCO3 dissolution.
Secondary dolomite: Secondary dolomites are those created by the replacement or cementation of existing carbonate during the process of diagenesis.
Dolomite is used in construction application as a finishing material and as a filler for other building materials. In the chemical industry, it is used as raw material, and as a flux in metallurgy. Dolomite chips are used in the production of flooring tiles. It is an important raw material in the iron & steel, ferroalloys, glass, alloy steels, and fertilizer industries.
Dolomite is used in many industries including soap, detergent powder, detergent cake, ceramic tiles, plastic manufacturing, paint manufacturing, steel manufacturing, paper manufacturing, agriculture & farming, cattle feed manufacturing, and glass manufacturing industry.
The Dolomite mining market was valued at $1.8 billion in 2021, and is projected to reach $2.6 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2022 to 2031.
The major end-use sectors are still mining & metallurgy, and throughout the projection period, infrastructure development in developing nations is anticipated to rise at a faster pace. Dolomite of the highest grade with the least amount of iron and silica is preferred by the glass industry. Owing to rise in demand from the packaging and building sectors over the past few years, glass production has greatly expanded. The need for dolomite mining is driven by this.
After consuming arsenic- and lead-rich meals, lead (Pb) and arsenic impurities found in dolomite fertilizers cause individuals to experience a variety of health issues. Cancer and skin lesions can be caused by prolonged exposure to arsenic in drinking water and food. In addition, it has been linked to cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Lead exposure causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain, and exhaustion. This side effects hinder the growth of dolomite mining market. Owing to rise environmental concerns, governments in a number of nations have enacted severe legislation mandating water recycling in the industrial sector, which driving market expansion. As dolomite is used to filter potable water, adjust the pH of distilled water, and add natural minerals to reverse osmosis (RO) water, this creates a lucrative growth opportunity for the dolomite mining market.
The dolomite mining market is segmented on the basis of mineral type, application, and region. On the basis of mineral type, the market is categorized into calcined dolomite and sintered dolomite. On the basis of application, the market is categorized construction, agriculture, animal feed, ceramics and glass, iron and steel and others. On the basis of region, the market is studied across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.
Major players operating in the global Dolomite mining market Arihant Min chem, Calcinor, Carmeuse, E. Dillon & Company, Essel Mining & Industries Limited, Imerys, JFE Mineral Co., Ltd, Lhoist, Liaoning Beihai Industry (Group) Co., Ltd., Longcliffe, Nittetsu Mining Co., Ltd., Nordkalk Corporation, Omya AG, RHI Magnesita GmbH, Sibelco. Other players operating in the Dolomite mining market are Infrasors Holding Ltd., Aruna Dolomite Mines, Inca mining.
Key Benefits for Stakeholders
- The report provides in-depth analysis of the global dolomite mining market along with the current trends and future estimations.
- This report highlights the key drivers, opportunities, and restraints of the market along with the impact analysis during the forecast period.
- Porter’s five forces analysis helps to analyze the potential of the buyers & suppliers and the competitive scenario of the global dolomite mining market for strategy building.
The qualitative data about market dynamics, trends, and developments is provided in the report.
IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON THE GLOBAL DOLOMITE MINING MARKET
- Dolomite is a raw material for several industries, including the glass, ceramic, cement, ferroalloys, and fertiliser sectors. The mining industry provides the majority of dolomite; however, the Covid-19 pandemic has caused the production lines of mining industry to collapse.
- The pandemic affected the global construction sector as well as other industries, like cement and fertilisers, also experienced a decline in growth.
- Due to the lockdown imposed in several nations, national and international transportation have been restricted, which has had a substantial influence on the supply chain of different sectors throughout the world, consequently expanding the supply-demand gap.
- Consequently, an insufficient supply of raw materials is anticipated to hamper the production rate of dolomite, which would have a negative influence on market expansion.
- Consequently, an insufficient supply of raw materials is anticipated to hamper the production rate of dolomite, which would have a negative influence on market expansion.
- However, this scenario is anticipated to improve as governments throughout the world have begun to ease restrictions on the resuming of commercial activity.
Companies Mentioned
- Arihant Min Chem
- Calcinor S.A.
- Carmeuse Group
- E. Dillon & Company
- Essel Mining & Industries Limited
- Imerys
- Jfe Mineral Co. Ltd.
- Lhoist
- Liaoning Beihai Industry (Group) Co. Ltd.
- Longcliffe Group Limited
- Nittetsu Mining Co. Ltd.
- Nordkalk Corporation
- Omya AG
- Rhi Magnesita GmbH
- Sibelco Group
Methodology
The analyst offers exhaustive research and analysis based on a wide variety of factual inputs, which largely include interviews with industry participants, reliable statistics, and regional intelligence. The in-house industry experts play an instrumental role in designing analytic tools and models, tailored to the requirements of a particular industry segment. The primary research efforts include reaching out participants through mail, tele-conversations, referrals, professional networks, and face-to-face interactions.
They are also in professional corporate relations with various companies that allow them greater flexibility for reaching out to industry participants and commentators for interviews and discussions.
They also refer to a broad array of industry sources for their secondary research, which typically include; however, not limited to:
- Company SEC filings, annual reports, company websites, broker & financial reports, and investor presentations for competitive scenario and shape of the industry
- Scientific and technical writings for product information and related preemptions
- Regional government and statistical databases for macro analysis
- Authentic news articles and other related releases for market evaluation
- Internal and external proprietary databases, key market indicators, and relevant press releases for market estimates and forecast
Furthermore, the accuracy of the data will be analyzed and validated by conducting additional primaries with various industry experts and KOLs. They also provide robust post-sales support to clients.
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Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 295 |
| Published | July 2022 |
| Forecast Period | 2021 - 2031 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 1.8 billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 2.7 billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 4.1% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 15 |
