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MEA activated carbon market highlights
- The MEA activated carbon market generated a revenue of USD 157.6 million in 2024.
- The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2025 to 2033.
- In terms of segment, powdered activated carbon was the largest revenue generating type in 2024.
- Powdered activated carbon is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
- Country-wise, South Africa is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2033.
MEA data book summary
| Market revenue in 2024 | USD 157.6 million |
| Market revenue in 2033 | USD 233.4 million |
| Growth rate | 4.5% (CAGR from 2025 to 2033) |
| Largest segment | Powdered activated carbon |
| Fastest growing segment | Powdered activated carbon |
| Historical data covered | 2021 - 2023 |
| Base year for estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast period covered | 2025 - 2033 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Powdered activated carbon, Granular activated carbon, Other |
| Key market players worldwide | Cabot Corp, Kuraray Co Ltd, Kureha Corp, Osaka Gas Co Ltd, Evoqua Water Technologies, Carbios SA |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, MEA region accounted for 4.0% of the global activated carbon market in 2024.
- Globally, Asia Pacific is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
- MEA is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 233.4 million by 2033.
The Middle East is the potential market for activated carbon over the forecast period. The increase in concern regarding water sanitation and health & hygiene is resulting in the growth of activated carbon products in the region. The demand for air purification in the region is likely to grow on account of increasing demand from the industrial, residential, and commercial sectors.
The rising deterioration of air and water quality owing to the increasing commercial infrastructure development is projected to drive the growth of air and water purification filters in the region. Countries in the Middle East face several challenges due to air pollution.
Constituents of air pollution such as the greenhouse and other gasses along with dust & sandstorms have adverse effects on the environment. In addition, the lack of adequate transportation systems, hazardous industrial emissions (nitrogen oxide and sulfur dioxide), lack of awareness regarding environment conservation, and rapid urbanization contribute massively to the air pollution in this region.
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Activated Carbon Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuraray Co Ltd | View profile | 13,161 | Ote Center Building,1-1-3, Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 100-8115 | www.kuraray.co.jp |
| Cabot Corp | View profile | 4,300 | Two Seaport Lane, Suite 1400, Boston, MA, United States, 02210 | www.cabotcorp.com |
| Carbios SA | View profile | 95 | 5, Rue de la Baume, Paris, France, 75008 | www.carbios.fr |
| Evoqua Water Technologies | View profile | 1001-5000 | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, North America | www.evoqua.com/en |
| Kureha Corp | View profile | 4,594 | 3-3-2, Nihonbashi-Hamacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 103-8552 | www.kureha.co.jp |
| Osaka Gas Co Ltd | View profile | 21,792 | 4-1-2, Hiranomachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Japan, 541-0046 | www.osakagas.co.jp |
| Carbotech | View profile | 11-50 | Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland, Europe | www.carbotech.ch |
| Haycarb | View profile | 1001-5000 | Colombo, Western, Sri Lanka, Asia | www.haycarb.com |
| Boyce Activated Carbon | View profile | 11-50 | Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, Asia | carbonsuppliers.com |
| Arq | View profile | 51-100 | Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States, North America | www.arq.com/ |
Middle East & Africa Activated Carbon Market Outlook
The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to Activated Carbon Market Outlook will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.
Powdered Activated Carbon was the largest segment with a revenue share of 52.86% in 2024.
Horizon Databook has segmented the Middle East & Africa activated carbon market based on powdered activated carbon, granular activated carbon, other covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
The Middle East is the potential market for activated carbon over the forecast period. The increase in concern regarding water sanitation and health & hygiene is resulting in the growth of activated carbon products in the region. The demand for air purification in the region is likely to grow on account of increasing demand from the industrial, residential, and commercial sectors.
The rising deterioration of air and water quality owing to the increasing commercial infrastructure development is projected to drive the growth of air and water purification filters in the region. Countries in the Middle East face several challenges due to air pollution.
Constituents of air pollution such as the greenhouse and other gasses along with dust & sandstorms have adverse effects on the environment. In addition, the lack of adequate transportation systems, hazardous industrial emissions (nitrogen oxide and sulfur dioxide), lack of awareness regarding environment conservation, and rapid urbanization contribute massively to the air pollution in this region.
- Middle East & Africa Activated Carbon Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
- Powdered activated carbon
- Granular activated carbon
- Other
- Middle East & Africa Activated Carbon Market Form Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
- Liquid Phase
- Gas Phase
- Middle East & Africa Activated Carbon Market End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
- Water Treatment
- Food & Beverage Processing
- Pharmaceutical & Medical
- Automotive
- Air purification
- Others
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