Diatomite is a naturally occurring rock, and it is soft, siliceous sedimentary, which is quite easily crumbled into a fine powder containing white or off-white color. The particle size of diatomite is ranging from less than three ?m to above 1 mm. Depending on the granularity, diatomite powder can possess an abrasive feel, which is similar to pumice powder, and found with a low density due to the result of its high porosity. The basic chemical composition of oven-dried diatomaceous earth includes 80-90% silica, 2-4% alumina, and 0.5-2% iron oxide. Diatomaceous earth consists of fossilized remains of diatoms, which is a type of hard-shelled protist. It is basically used as a filtration aid, mild abrasive in products such as metal polishes and toothpaste, a thermal insulator, absorbent for liquids, mechanical insecticide, matting agent for coatings, anti-block in plastic films, porous support for chemical catalysts, activator in blood clotting studies, cat litter, reinforcing filler in plastics &rubber, a stabilizing component of dynamite, and soil for potted plants & trees like bonsai..
MARKET DYNAMICS
The diatomite market has witnessed a significant growth owing to factors such as wider application infiltration, aggregates, fillers, absorbents, and others. Diatomite is widely used as an additive for the manufacturing of Portland cement. Filtration is also one of the major applications of diatomite, and this filtration is used for a range of applications such as water purification, pharmaceutical manufacturing, food and beverage processing, beer & wine-producing, among others. Furthermore, there is an increasing demand for diatomite from the paints and coatings industry as well. Diatomite is in use as an additive in paints and coatings since it controls permeability, adds strength, and enhances coating adhesion by increasing the volume of the content. In crop protection chemicals, diatomite is applied insecticides, fungicides, rodenticide, and among others. In medical & healthcare applications, diatomite is applied in DNA purification, absorbent, and filtration of liquids. In addition to that, diatomite is further used in agricultural applications, including hydroponics, nutrient marker in livestock, and other specialty applications. However, government regulations on diatomite due to health-related issues and costly extraction & processing of diatomite may impact on the growth of this market in the near future. Nevertheless, with the steady growth in the construction industry and agriculture industry, there are opportunities for the market players to invest in this market.
MARKET SCOPE
The "Global Diatomite Market Analysis to 2028" is a specialized and in-depth study of the chemicals and materials industry with a special focus on the global market trend analysis. The report aims to provide an overview of the diatomite market with detailed market segmentation by application and geography. The global diatomite market is expected to witness high growth during the forecast period. The report provides key statistics on the market status of the leading diatomite market players and offers key trends and opportunities in the market.
MARKET SEGMENTATION
The global diatomite market is segmented on the basis of application. The diatomite market on the basis of the application is classified into filtration, aggregates, fillers, absorbents, and 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 diatomite market based on various segments. It also provides market size and forecast estimates from the year 2020 to 2028 with respect to five major regions, namely; North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa (MEA) and South America. The diatomite 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 diatomite market from both demand and supply side and further evaluates market dynamics affecting the market during 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 diatomite market in these regions.
MARKET PLAYERS
The reports cover various key developments in the global diatomite market. Various companies are focusing growth strategies such as product launches, product approvals and others such as patents and events. Some of the growth strategies activities witnessed in the market were acquisitions, and partnership & collaborations. These activities have paved way for the expansion of business and customer base of market players. The market payers from diatomite market are anticipated to lucrative growth opportunities in the future with the rising demand for diatomite in the global market. Below mentioned is the list of few companies engaged in the diatomite market.
The report also includes the profiles of key companies along with their SWOT analysis and market strategies in the diatomite 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.
- Celite Corp.
- Dicalite Management Group
- Eagle-Picher Industries Inc.
- EP Minerals
- Grefco Minerals, Inc.
- Imerys
- Jilin Yuantong Mineral
- Showa Chemical Industry
- Showa Chemical Industry Co. Ltd.
- U.S. SILICA
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