The Australia silica sand market size was valued at USD 53.15 Million in 2025. The market is further projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.90% between 2026 and 2035, reaching a value of USD 94.29 Million by 2035.
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Silica sand is one of the most mined commodities globally due to its versatility.
Angular silica particles interlock together and provides strength. It is highly used in construction activities. For example, approximately 30,000 tons of silica sand is needed for every kilometre of highway.
Australia possesses significant resources of silica sand, particularly in Queensland and Western Australia. The country accounts for about 1% of global silica sand production, mainly in Queensland.
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The expanding application base of silica sand, particularly in industries like the solar panel, chemical, glass manufacturing, and foundry sectors, is fuelling Australia silica sand market growth. The fast-growing solar PV market in Australia is expected to drive an increased demand for premium-quality silica sand. This trend is attributed to the renewable energy revolution gaining momentum, leading to a surge in the need for silica sand in solar panel production and other related applications.
Additionally, the construction industry's growth and the expanding electronics and automotive industries are contributing to the rising demand for silica sand. Moreover, emerging technologies such as lightweight glazing glass, hybrid guide plates, and advanced nanotechnology in flat glass are contributing to the growth of the silica sand market. These innovations are enhancing the utility of silica sand in various industries like glass manufacturing, automotive, and construction, stimulating market development.
The foundry segment has captured a substantial market share, with applications in metal casting processes. The demand for silica sand in foundry applications is influenced by factors such as industrial growth and technological advancements in metalworking industries. Silica sand also finds applications in various chemical production processes, including ceramics, cosmetics, paint and coatings, metallurgy, and oil and gas recovery. Its versatility and unique properties make it a vital component in chemical manufacturing industries.
Silica sand plays a vital role in ceramics and refractories production, providing strength, durability, and heat resistance to these materials. Silica sand is widely used in filtration applications due to its ability to remove impurities from liquids and gases. The filtration segment relies on high-quality silica sand for water treatment, air purification, and industrial filtration processes. As per Australia silica sand market analysis, silica sand is essential in oil and gas recovery processes, where it is used for hydraulic fracturing activities. The oil and gas segment, hence, drives demand for silica sand as a proppant material to enhance oil extraction efficiency.
"Australia Silica Sand Market Report and Forecast 2026-2035" offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
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Market players are focused on providing premium quality of silica sand across industries to stay ahead in the competition.
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In 2025, the market reached an approximate value of USD 53.15 Million.
The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.90% between 2026 and 2035.
The Australia silica sand market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach USD 94.29 Million by 2035.
The market is being driven due to versatility of silica sand. Silica sand plays a crucial role in various industries like glass manufacturing, foundry, chemical production, construction, paints and coatings, ceramics, and refractories.
Key trends aiding the market expansion are advancements in glass technologies, increasing demand by oil and gas industries, and rising construction activities.
Regions considered in the market are New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, and Australian Capital Territory, among others.
Different applications of silica sand are polysilicon, silica gel, silica fume, silicon metal, speciality glass, and silane gas, among others.
Based on end use, the market segmentations include glass manufacturing, foundry, chemical production, construction, paints and coatings, ceramics and refractories, filtration, and oil and gas, among others.
Wet, dry, frac, filter, and coated sands are considered in the report.
Key players in the market are Australian Silica Quartz Group Limited, Cauldron Energy Limited, Diatreme Resources Ltd, Metallica Minerals Limited, Perpetual Resources Limited, and VRX Silica Limited.
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| Base Year | 2025 |
| Historical Period | 2019-2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2035 |
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