Precipitated Calcium Carbonate Market Report 2024

This Precipitated Calcium Carbonate market report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The precipitated calcium carbonate market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.96 billion in 2023 to $2.09 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to several factors, a heightened focus on product quality, rising demand for PCC, greater need for high-performance coatings, increased production of consumer goods, and a rise in consumer spending.

The precipitated calcium carbonate market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.73 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The projected growth during the forecast period can be attributed to several factors, a shift towards specialty GCC grades, an emphasis on sustainability and environmental compliance, rapid industrialization in emerging economies, a focus on effective functional fillers, and heightened attention to health and safety. Key trends expected during this period include advancements in papermaking technology, the adoption of digital twin technology, integration with digital marketing, incorporation of biodegradable materials, and improvements in surface modification techniques.

The expansion of the personal care and cosmetics industry is predicted to drive the growth of the precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) market. This industry encompasses a wide array of products and services aimed at improving or maintaining an individual's appearance, hygiene, and overall well-being. Growth in this sector is fueled by increased beauty awareness, health and wellness trends, efforts toward diversity and inclusivity, and the rise of e-commerce. PCC plays a crucial role in personal care products by stabilizing emulsions and suspensions, ensuring consistent texture and extending shelf life. Its non-toxic and hypoallergenic properties, along with its cost-effectiveness, align with the demand for natural products and help manufacturers maintain competitive pricing. For instance, a July 2022 report by the International Trade Administration noted that in 2021, the Canadian cosmetics market was valued at approximately USD 1.24 billion, with a projected annual growth rate of 1.45%, potentially increasing revenue to USD 1.8 billion by 2024. This growth in the personal care and cosmetics sector is thus fueling the development of the PCC market.

Key players in the precipitated calcium carbonate industry are focusing on expanding their manufacturing capabilities to meet rising demand. By investing in new production facilities, these companies aim to boost their calcium carbonate output and strengthen their market positions. For example, in April 2023, Omya International AG, a Switzerland-based company specializing in minerals and specialty materials, announced plans to invest in the Asia-Pacific region. The company will establish seven new calcium carbonate manufacturing plants in China and Indonesia, which will include facilities for both ground and precipitated calcium carbonate. These plants are expected to collectively produce around 1 million dry metric tons annually and are projected to start operations between 2023 and 2024.

In August 2022, Cimbar Resources Inc., a U.S.-based firm offering mineral-based additives across various industries, acquired manufacturing assets for calcium carbonates in Sahuarita from Imerys S.A. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition enhances Cimbar Resources Inc.'s supply chain and production capabilities, enabling it to better serve customers in the western U.S. market. Additionally, this strategic decision aids Cimbar in diversifying its product offerings and strengthening its competitive position within the industrial minerals sector. Imerys S.A., based in France, specializes in the production and processing of industrial minerals.

Major companies operating in the precipitated calcium carbonate market are Solvay S.A., Nippon Paper Industries Co. Ltd., Omya AG, Sibelco Group, Carmeuse Holdings Inc., Graymont Limited, Maruo Calcium Co Ltd., SCHAEFER KALK GmbH & Co. KG, Cales de Llierca S.A., Astra Mining Private Limited, Calcinor S.A., Nanoshel LLC, Lime Chemicals Limited, EZ Chemicals Inc., Shree Karni Chemicals Pvt Ltd., Chemical & Mineral Industries Private Limited, Deepali Minerals, Kunal Calcium Limited, HTMC Group, Mahaveer Ceramic Industries, Braj Chemical & Minerals.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the precipitated calcium carbonate market in 2023. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the precipitated calcium carbonate market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the precipitated calcium carbonate market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) is a man-made form of calcium carbonate produced through chemical methods. It is widely utilized across various industries, in the paper sector to enhance brightness and reduce the amount of pulp needed, in plastics to increase stiffness and improve finish, and in paints to boost opacity and durability, which helps in making products more cost-efficient.

The primary grades of precipitated calcium carbonate include food, pharmaceutical, reagent, and cosmetic grades. Food-grade PCC is a regulated additive used to improve texture, serve as a dietary supplement, or provide whitening in processed foods and beverages. This grade is distributed through several channels, including direct sales, distributors, online retailers, and specialty stores. It finds applications in various products such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, rubber, sealants and adhesives, paper, paints and coatings, printing inks, pharmaceuticals, foods, cosmetics, and more.

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The precipitated calcium carbonate market consists of sales of aragonitic, calcitic, spherical PCC, scalenohedral PCC. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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