Kaolin Market Size, Share & Trends Report

Kaolin Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Grade (Calcined, Hydrous, Delaminated, Surface Treated), By Application (Paper, Ceramics, Paint & Coatings), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Report ID: 978-1-68038-337-9
Number of Pages: 112
Format: Electronic (PDF)

Historical Range: 2018 - 2022
Industry: Advanced Materials

Market Segmentation

Kaolin Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Paper
- Ceramics
- Paint & Coatings
- Fiber glass
- Plastic
- Rubber
- Pharmaceuticals & medical
- Cosmetics
- Others
Kaolin Grade Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Calcined
- Hydrous
- Delaminated
- Surface Treated
- Structured
Kaolin Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- North America
  - North America Kaolin Market, By Application
    - Paper
    - Ceramics
    - Paint & Coatings
    - Fiber glass
    - Plastic
    - Rubber
    - Pharmaceuticals & medical
    - Cosmetics
    - Others
  - North America Kaolin Market, By Grade
    - Calcined
    - Hydrous
    - Delaminated
    - Surface Treated
    - Structured
  - U.S.
    - U.S. Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - U.S. Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - Canada
    - Canada Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Canada Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - Mexico
    - Mexico Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Mexico Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
- Europe
  - Europe Kaolin Market, By Application
    - Paper
    - Ceramics
    - Paint & Coatings
    - Fiber glass
    - Plastic
    - Rubber
    - Pharmaceuticals & medical
    - Cosmetics
    - Others
  - Europe Kaolin Market, By Grade
    - Calcined
    - Hydrous
    - Delaminated
    - Surface Treated
    - Structured
  - Germany
    - Germany Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Germany Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - UK
    - UK Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - UK Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - Russia
    - Russia Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Rusia Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - Turkey
    - Turkey Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Turkey Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
- Asia Pacific
  - Asia Pacific Kaolin Market, By Application
    - Paper
    - Ceramics
    - Paint & Coatings
    - Fiber glass
    - Plastic
    - Rubber
    - Pharmaceuticals & medical
    - Cosmetics
    - Others
  - Asia Pacific Kaolin Market, By Grade
    - Calcined
    - Hydrous
    - Delaminated
    - Surface Treated
    - Structured
  - China
    - China Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - China Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - India
    - India Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - India Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - Japan
    - Japan Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Japan Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - South Korea
    - South Korea Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - South Korea Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
  - Australia
    - Australia Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Australia Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
- Central & South America
  - Central & South America Kaolin Market, By Application
    - Paper
    - Ceramics
    - Paint & Coatings
    - Fiber glass
    - Plastic
    - Rubber
    - Pharmaceuticals & medical
    - Cosmetics
    - Others
  - Central & South America Kaolin Market, By Grade
    - Calcined
    - Hydrous
    - Delaminated
    - Surface Treated
    - Structured
  - Brazil
    - Brazil Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Brazil Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured
- Middle East & Africa
  - Middle East & Africa Kaolin Market, By Application
    - Paper
    - Ceramics
    - Paint & Coatings
    - Fiber glass
    - Plastic
    - Rubber
    - Pharmaceuticals & medical
    - Cosmetics
    - Others
  - Middle East & Africa Kaolin Market, By Grade
    - Calcined
    - Hydrous
    - Delaminated
    - Surface Treated
    - Structured
  - Saudi Arabia
    - Saudi Arabia Kaolin Market, By Application
      - Paper
      - Ceramics
      - Paint & Coatings
      - Fiber glass
      - Plastic
      - Rubber
      - Pharmaceuticals & medical
      - Cosmetics
      - Others
    - Saudi Arabia Kaolin Market, By Grade
      - Calcined
      - Hydrous
      - Delaminated
      - Surface Treated
      - Structured

Kaolin Market Dynamics

Driver: Growth of plastics industry

The growth of plastics market is attributable to the increasing demand for plastics from construction and packaging industries, especially in China and India. In the construction industry, plastics are used in facade panels, exterior covering, and carpentry. Construction industry is anticipated to witness an inclined growth due to the increasing number of nuclear families and rising focus on industrial infrastructure, which, in turn, is likely to fuel the utilization of plastics. The aforementioned factors are likely to drive the kaolin market over the coming years. In plastics, kaolin provides dimensional stability, smooth surfaces, and resistance to chemical attack. It is used to decrease cracking and shrinkage during shape forming and polymer compounding. Kaolin has numerous uses in plastics applications. It is used in polyethylene and PET films. It acts as an additive for laser marking in molded packaging.

Driver: Expansion of construction industry

The rapid growth of the kaolin market can be attributed to the expansion of the construction industry. Kaolin is used to manufacture tiles, cement, bricks, fillers, and calcined kaolin (refractory). Thus, construction industry is a major contributor for augmenting the demand for kaolin in the said forecast period. The global construction industry is expected to witness lucrative growth over the next 15 years, and it is expected to provide a significant growth opportunity for the kaolin market. The growing building & construction market in Asia Pacific is expected to boost Kaolin demand over the forecast period. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the total construction spending in the U.S. was estimated at USD 1,834.7 billion compared to USD 1,768.2 billion in March 2022. Residential construction activity witnessed a higher growth rate in 2021 than in 2020. It is anticipated to fuel the kaolin market growth.

Restraint: Regulations on mining activities

Kaolin mining has an adverse impact on the ecosystem similar to any other mining activity. These issues are associated with tailings and removal of topsoil. Improper management of mining activities can have an adverse socio-economic impact. Addressing and finding solutions to these issues is of paramount importance. Several kaolin mines are located in close proximity to biodiversity hotspots. Kaolin mining leads to the introduction of large quantities of suspended particles into the air and water bodies. These particles cause respiratory disorders in humans and animals. Kaolin mining activities obstruct the movement of animals due to the creation of large open pits and waste rock piles. Several regional governments have imposed regulations to counter these issues. These factors may act as hindrances for the growth of the kaolin market.

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Kaolin market qualitative analysis

Industry overview
Industry trends
Market drivers and restraints
Market size
Growth prospects
Porter’s analysis
PESTEL analysis
Key market opportunities prioritized
Competitive landscape
- Company overview
- Financial performance
- Product benchmarking
- Latest strategic developments

Kaolin market quantitative analysis

Market size, estimates, and forecast from 2018 to 2030
Market estimates and forecast for product segments up to 2030
Regional market size and forecast for product segments up to 2030
Market estimates and forecast for application segments up to 2030
Regional market size and forecast for application segments up to 2030
Company financial performance

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