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High Purity Calcium Sulfate Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Form (Powder, Granules), By End-use (Pharmaceuticals, Food & Beverage, Construction, Agriculture), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030

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  • 100 Pages
  • January 2025
  • Region: Global
  • Grand View Research
  • ID: 6052167
The global high purity calcium sulfate market size is anticipated to reach USD 15.93 billion by 2030 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period. High purity calcium sulfate, a critical raw material in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food processing, construction, and ceramics, has unique characteristics that make it desirable in these sectors. Its chemical stability, non-toxicity, and excellent absorption properties allow it to be used in the production of medicines, as a food additive, and in other applications that require stringent purity standards. As industries evolve and demand more refined materials, the need for high purity calcium sulfate is also increasing.

Calcium sulfate is used in the production of pharmaceutical products, such as tablet binders, coatings, and fillers in drug formulations. With the growing demand for generic drugs, over-the-counter medications, and nutraceuticals, pharmaceutical manufacturers require high-purity raw materials to meet regulatory standards and produce effective, safe, and stable products. This demand has driven investments in high-purity calcium sulfate production processes, thus spurring market growth.

In addition to pharmaceuticals, the food and beverage industry has been another critical growth driver. Calcium sulfate is widely used as a food additive in producing tofu, as a dough conditioner, and in fortifying food products. It provides essential minerals such as calcium and helps improve the texture and stability of food products. As global food consumption rises and there is an increasing emphasis on food fortification to address nutritional deficiencies, the demand for high purity calcium sulfate in the food industry continues to grow, further propelling the market.

High Purity Calcium Sulfate Market Report Highlights

  • The powder form segment accounted for the largest revenue market share, 53.4%, in 2024. High purity calcium sulfate powder improves soil quality by enhancing nutrient availability and reducing soil salinity. Farmers increasingly adopt gypsum-based products to promote healthier crop yields as agricultural practices evolve towards sustainability.
  • The pharmaceuticals segment dominated the market with a market share of 29.9% in 2024. Innovations such as nanotechnology and targeted drug delivery systems require excipients supporting complex formulations while maintaining their integrity during processing. High purity calcium sulfate offers desirable characteristics such as controlled-release properties and compatibility with various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
  • Asia Pacific is the dominant region for the high purity calcium sulfate market with a revenue share of 48.0% in 2024. APAC is emerging as a global hub for pharmaceutical manufacturing, and the need for high purity ingredients, such as calcium sulfate, is intensifying to meet domestic demand and export requirements.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Information Analysis
1.3.2. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.3.3. Data Validation & Publishing
1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
1.4.1. List of Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Market Snapshot
2.2. Segmental Outlook
2.3. Competitive Outlook
Chapter 3. Market Variables, Trends, and Scope
3.1. Global High Purity Calcium Sulfate Market Outlook
3.2. Value Chain Analysis
3.2.1. Raw Material Outlook
3.2.2. Manufacturing/Technology Outlook
3.2.3. Sales Channel Analysis
3.3. Price Trend Analysis
3.3.1. Factors Influencing Prices
3.4. Regulatory Framework
3.4.1. Standards & Compliances
3.5. Market Dynamics
3.5.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.5.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.5.3. Market Challenges Analysis
3.5.4. Market Opportunity Analysis
3.6. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.6.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.6.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.6.3. Threat of Substitution
3.6.4. Threat of New Entrants
3.6.5. Competitive Rivalry
3.7. PESTLE Analysis
3.7.1. Political
3.7.2. Economic
3.7.3. Social Landscape
3.7.4. Technology
3.7.5. Environmental
3.7.6. Legal
Chapter 4. High Purity Calcium Sulfate Market: Form Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1. High Purity Calcium Sulfate Market: Form Movement Analysis, 2023 & 2030
4.2. Powder
4.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.3. Granules
4.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
4.4. Others
4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 5. High Purity Calcium Sulfate Market: End Use Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. High Purity Calcium Sulfate Market: End Use Movement Analysis, 2023 & 2030
5.2. Pharmaceuticals
5.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.3. Food and Beverage
5.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.4. Construction
5.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.5. Agriculture
5.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.6. Cosmetics and Personal Care
5.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
5.7. Others
5.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 6. High Purity Calcium Sulfate Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. Regional Analysis, 2023 & 2030
6.2. North America
6.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.4. U.S.
6.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.5. Canada
6.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.6. Mexico
6.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.2.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3. Europe
6.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4. Germany
6.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5. UK
6.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6. France
6.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.7. Italy
6.3.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.7.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.8. Spain
6.3.8.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.8.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.3.8.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4. Asia Pacific
6.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4. China
6.4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.5. India
6.4.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.6. Japan
6.4.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.7. South Korea
6.4.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.4.7.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5. Latin America
6.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4. Brazil
6.5.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5. Argentina
6.5.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.5.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6. Middle East & Africa
6.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
6.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape
7.1. Recent Developments By Key Market Participants
7.2. Company Categorization
7.3. Company Market Positioning Analysis, 2024
7.4. Vendor Landscape
7.4.1. List of Key Distributors & Channel Partners
7.4.2. List of End Use
7.5. Strategy Mapping
7.6. Company Profiles/Listing
7.6.1. Beijing New Building Materials PLC
7.6.1.1. Company Overview
7.6.1.2. Financial Performance
7.6.1.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.2. Boral Limited
7.6.2.1. Company Overview
7.6.2.2. Financial Performance
7.6.2.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.3. Celtic Chemicals Limited
7.6.3.1. Company Overview
7.6.3.2. Financial Performance
7.6.3.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.4. Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA
7.6.4.1. Company Overview
7.6.4.2. Financial Performance
7.6.4.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.5. Georgia-Pacific LLC
7.6.5.1. Company Overview
7.6.5.2. Financial Performance
7.6.5.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.6. Honeywell International Inc.
7.6.6.1. Company Overview
7.6.6.2. Financial Performance
7.6.6.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.7. JONOUB GYPSUM
7.6.7.1. Company Overview
7.6.7.2. Financial Performance
7.6.7.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.8. PABCO Building Products, LLC.
7.6.8.1. Company Overview
7.6.8.2. Financial Performance
7.6.8.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.9. Penta Manufacturing Company
7.6.9.1. Company Overview
7.6.9.2. Financial Performance
7.6.9.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.10. Solvay SA
7.6.10.1. Company Overview
7.6.10.2. Financial Performance
7.6.10.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.11. USG Corporation
7.6.11.1. Company Overview
7.6.11.2. Financial Performance
7.6.11.3. Product Benchmarking
7.6.12. Yoshino Gypsum Co., Ltd.
7.6.12.1. Company Overview
7.6.12.2. Financial Performance
7.6.12.3. Product Benchmarking
List of Tables
Table 1 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 2 Powder High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 3 Granules High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 4 Others High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 5 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, by Pharmaceuticals, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 6 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, Food and Beverage, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 7 North America High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 8 North America High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 9 North America High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 10 U.S. High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 11 U.S. High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 12 U.S. High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 13 Canada High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 14 Canada High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 15 Canada High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 16 Mexico High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 17 Mexico High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 18 Mexico High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 19 Europe High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 20 Europe High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 21 Europe High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 22 Germany High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 23 Germany High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 24 Germany High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 25 UK High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 26 UK High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 27 UK High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 28 France High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 29 France High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 30 France High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 31 Italy High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 32 Italy High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 33 Italy High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 34 Spain High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 35 Spain High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 36 Spain High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 37 Asia Pacific High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 38 Asia Pacific High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 39 Asia Pacific High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 40 China High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 41 China High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 42 China High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 43 India High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 44 India High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 45 India High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 46 Japan High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 47 Japan High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 48 Japan High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 49 South Korea High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 50 South Korea High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 51 South Korea High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 52 Latin America High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 53 Latin America High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 54 Latin America High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 55 Brazil High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 56 Brazil High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 57 Brazil High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 58 Argentina High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 59 Argentina High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 60 Argentina High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 61 Middle East & Africa High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 62 Middle East & Africa High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by form, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Table 63 Middle East & Africa High Purity Calcium Sulfate market estimates & forecasts by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
List of Figures
Fig. 1 Market segmentation
Fig. 2 Information procurement
Fig. 3 Data analysis models
Fig. 4 Market formulation and validation
Fig. 5 Data validating & publishing
Fig. 6 Market snapshot
Fig. 7 Segmental outlook - End Use & Form
Fig. 8 Competitive Outlook
Fig. 9 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market outlook, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
Fig. 10 Value chain analysis
Fig. 11 Market dynamics
Fig. 12 Porter’s Analysis
Fig. 13 PESTEL Analysis
Fig. 14 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market, by form: Key takeaways
Fig. 15 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market, by form: Market share, 2024 & 2030
Fig. 16 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market, by end use: Key takeaways
Fig. 17 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market, by end use: Market share, 2024 & 2030
Fig. 18 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market: Regional analysis, 2024
Fig. 19 High Purity Calcium Sulfate market, by region: Key takeaways

Companies Mentioned

  • Beijing New Building Materials PLC
  • Boral Limited
  • Celtic Chemicals Limited
  • Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA
  • Georgia-Pacific LLC
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • JONOUB GYPSUM
  • PABCO Building Forms, LLC.
  • Penta Manufacturing Company
  • Solvay SA
  • USG Corporation
  • Yoshino Gypsum Co., Ltd.

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