Kaolin, or 'china clay' as it is commonly called, is a hydrated aluminum silicate crystalline mineral formed over many millions of years by the hydrothermal decomposition of granite rocks. China clays have been used in the ceramic industry since a long period. The properties that this clay possesses like easy molding, fine texture, etc. make it easier to use. In making paper, this clay is also used as filler. There are some of the other uses of the china clay as well Rising demand of china clay in diversified application bases is expected to stipulate the growth of the market.
MARKET DYNAMICS
The China Clay market has witnessed a significant growth owing to factors such as rising use of ceramic in the hydraulic fracturing method for the manufacturing of shale gas. Moreover, growing application bases is expected to promote the use of sustainable building materials, which is considered a huge market opportunity for the key players operating in the china clay market. However, volatility of raw material is projected to hamper the overall growth of the china clay market.
MARKET SCOPE
The "Global China Clay Market Analysis to 2028" is a specialized and in-depth study of the chemical and materials industry with a special focus on the global market trend analysis. The report aims to provide an overview of the china clay market with detailed market segmentation by type and application and geography. The global china clay market is expected to witness high growth during the forecast period. The report provides key statistics on the market status of the leading china clay market players and offers key trends and opportunities in the market.
MARKET SEGMENTATION
The global china clay market is segmented on the basis of type and application. On the basis of type, the china clay market is segmented into calcined kaolin/china clay, silicate kaolin/china clay, hard kaolin and soft kaolin. Based on application, the global china clay market is divided paper, wire and cables, plastics, rubber and fiberglass, construction, paints, coatings and adhesives, others.
REGIONAL FRAMEWORK
The report provides a detailed overview of the industry including both qualitative and quantitative information. It provides an overview and forecast of the global China Clay market based on various segments. It also provides marketsize and forecast estimates from the year 2018to 2027 with respect to five major regions, namely; North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa (MEA) and South America. The China Clay market by each region is later sub-segmented by respective countries and segments. The report covers the analysis and forecast of 18 countries globally along with the current trend and opportunities prevailing in the region.
The report analyzes factors affecting the China Clay market from both demand and supply side and further evaluates market dynamics affecting the marketduring the forecast period i.e., drivers, restraints, opportunities, and future trend. The report also provides exhaustive PEST analysis for all five regions namely; North America, Europe, APAC, MEA, and South America after evaluating political, economic, social and technological factors affecting the China Clay market in these regions.
MARKET PLAYERS
The reports cover key developments in the China Clay market as organic and inorganic growth strategies. Various companies are focusing on organic growth strategies such as product launches, product approvals and others such as patents and events. Inorganic growth strategies activities witnessed in the marketwere acquisitions, and partnership & collaborations. These activities have paved way for the expansion of business and customer base of market players. The marketpayers fromChina Clay market is anticipated to lucrative growth opportunities in the future with the rising demand for China Clay in the global market. Below mentioned is the list of few companies engaged in the China Clay market.
The report also includes the profiles of key companies along with their SWOT analysis and marketstrategies in the China Clay market. In addition, the report focuses on leading industry players with information such as company profiles, components, and services offered, financial information of the last 3 years, the key development in the past five years.
- Ashapura China Clay Company
- BASF SE
- EICL Ltd
- Imerys
- KaMin and CADAM
- Quarzwerke Group
- Richard and Baker Harrison Limited (RBH)
- SCR-Sibelco NV
- Thiele Kaolin Company
- Uma Group of Kaolin