Report Overview

2023

Base Year

2018-2023

Historical Year

2024-2032

Forecast Year

Global Kaolin Market Outlook

The global kaolin market attained a value of nearly USD 4.49 billion in 2023. The market is further expected to grow in the forecast period of 2024-2032 at a CAGR of 4.2% reaching about USD 6.50 billion by 2032.

kaolin market

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Key Trends in the Market

Kaolin is a type of clay that is also known as China clay and is white in colour. It is distinguished from other industrial clays based on its pure colouring and fine particle size. It is considered an ideal pigment due to its ability to disperse in water. The major component in kaolin is the mineral kaolinite which is a hydrous aluminium silicate produced by the decomposition of minerals like feldspar.

  • The surging demand for kaolin from several end-use industries, like paints and coatings, ceramics, paper, and rubber is expected to positively influence the kaolin market growth.
  • The growing utilisation of kaolin in the paint and coatings industry is likely to propel the market demand for kaolin over the coming years. This is because it works as an indispensable filler, where it offers scrub resistance, pigment suspension, durability, and high opacity which is further garnering traction in the market growth.
  • With the rising construction activities across the globe, the demand for kaolin is expected to increase. This is due to the increasing demand for ceramics, plastics and associated products at construction sites.

Market Analysis

kaolin market by segments

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Based on the process, the kaolin market can be segmented into airfloat, water-washed, calcined, delaminated, and surfaced modified and unprocessed. On the basis of application, the market is categorised into adhesives and sealants, rubber, plastic, fibreglass, paints and coatings, and ceramics and sanitary ware, among others. The regional markets for kaolin can be divided into North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global kaolin market, covering their competitive landscape and the latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments, and expansion plans.

  • LB MINERALS, Ltd.
  • KaMin LLC.
  • SCR-Sibelco NV
  • Thiele Kaolin Company
  • Imerys S.A.
  • I-Minerals Inc.
  • Quartz Works GmbH
  • Andromeda Metals Limited
  • Ashapura Minechem Limited
  • KERAMOST, a.s.
  • Others

Market Share by Applications

The paints and coatings segment is expected to hold robust growth in the kaolin market share across the globe on account of the extensive usage of paints and coatings in the construction industry. It is anticipated that using the product to improve paints' performance in the form of better suspension properties, quick dispersion, corrosion resistance, superior water resistance, and reduced viscosities, is expected to help the market growth over the coming years.

Meanwhile, the rubber segment is likely to fuel the market growth of kaolin on account of the usage of calcined products in the manufacture of heavy-duty insulation rubber gaining significance. Kaolin is an ideal additive to rubber owing to its anisometric 'booklet' element form which enhances the stiffness and strength of the rubber through better stress transfer.

Market Share by Region

Geographically, the Asia Pacific region is expected to augment the kaolin market share on account of the rapid economic development and growing industrialisation. With financial advancements in countries, like China, India, and Japan, there has been a significant spike in the demand for ceramics in household and institutional applications, which is likely to aid the market growth. China is likely to hold the market growth of kaolin due to the growing construction industry in the country.

Meanwhile, Europe is expected to boost the market growth of kaolin over the coming years due to the rising demand for kaolin in the plastic, rubber, glass, and paper industries. With the shift in consumer preferences toward packaged foods and beverages, the demand for kaolin is expected to fuel market growth.

kaolin market by region

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Competitive Landscape

LB MINERALS, Ltd. is one of the leading suppliers of raw materials across the Central European region. The company is primarily focussed on the treatment and processing of kaolin, mining, feldspars, aggregates, and clays. Known for kaolins, the company also sells other products like litter, plasters, and filter kieselguhr.

KaMin LLC. Is a worldwide leading company that offers mineral products. It provides a wide variety of kaolin clay for industrial applications, building and construction, rubber and plastic, coatings, beauty, and health industries. The company serves consumers across the globe.

SCR-Sibelco NV is a worldwide material solution company established in 1872. It is a multinational business with operations in 31 countries and an extensive multi-mineral portfolio. The company works in a wide range of industries meeting the changing consumer demand along with advanced solutions that combine high-specification materials and dedicated technical support.

Other market players include Thiele Kaolin Company, Imerys S.A., I-Minerals Inc., Quartz Works GmbH, Andromeda Metals Limited, Ashapura Minechem Limited, and KERAMOST, a.s., among others.

Key Highlights of the Report

REPORT FEATURES DETAILS
Base Year 2023
Historical Period 2018-2023
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Process
  • Application
  • Region
Breakup by Process
  • Airfloat
  • Water-washed
  • Calcined
  • Delaminated
  • Surfaced Modified and Unprocessed
Breakup by Application
  • Adhesives and Sealants
  • Rubber
  • Plastic
  • Fibreglass
  • Paints and Coatings
  • Ceramics and Sanitary Ware
  • Others
Breakup by Region
  • North America
    • United States of America 
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Italy
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • ASEAN
    • Australia
    • Others
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Mexico
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Nigeria
    • South Africa
    • Others
Market Dynamics
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • Key Indicators for Demand
  • Key Indicators for Price
Trade Data Analysis
  • Major Exporting Countries
    • By Value
    • By Volume
  • Major Importing Countries
    • By Value
    • By Volume
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Company Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • LB MINERALS, Ltd.
  • KaMin LLC.
  • SCR-Sibelco NV
  • Thiele Kaolin Company
  • Imerys S.A.
  • I-Minerals Inc.
  • Quartz Works GmbH
  • Andromeda Metals Limited
  • Ashapura Minechem Limited
  • KERAMOST, a.s.
  • Others

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Key Questions Answered in the Report

The global market for kaolin reached a value of USD 4.49 billion in 2023.

The market is assessed to grow at a CAGR of 4.20% between 2024 and 2032.

The projected value for the market for kaolin by 2032 is USD 6.50 billion.

The major market driver is increasing product demand in various application like rubber, ceramic, and painting and coating, among others.

The key kaolin market trends include growing construction activities and its use as a filler.

The various kaolin processes include airfloat, water-washed, calcined, delaminated, and surfaced modified and unprocessed.

The different applications of kaolin include adhesives and sealants, rubber, plastic, fibreglass, paints and coatings, and ceramics and sanitary ware, among others.

The major players in the market are LB MINERALS, Ltd., KaMin LLC., SCR-Sibelco NV, Thiele Kaolin Company, Imerys S.A., I-Minerals Inc., Quartz Works GmbH, Andromeda Metals Limited, Ashapura Minechem Limited, and KERAMOST, a.s., among others.

The chemical name for Kaolin is Aluminium silicate.

The kaolin is generally utilised as a raw material for paint, paper, and ceramics.

Kaolin is nearly white in colour.

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