PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1575272
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1575272
The global graphite market size is anticipated to reach USD 21.07 billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.7% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. It is anticipated to be primarily driven by demand for electrodes and refractories within the crude steel industry. Furthermore, the increasing demand for electrification in the automotive industry has given rise to the requirement for graphite as anode material for electric vehicle (EV) battery production.
With increasing emphasis on green steel, producers are making the shift towards investing in better production technology and overhauling of parts and machinery. This has necessitated increased demand for electrodes in Electric Arc Furnaces (EAFs) and refractories for furnace lining material. For instance, in June 2024, Essar Group announced that they would invest USD 4 billion to construct a green steel plant in Ras Al-Khair Saudi Arabia as part of the company's transition to green energy.
Investments in the EV battery value chain is a key trend that is driving graphite demand. For instance, in April 2023, Hyundai and SK On announced plans to set up a joint venture to build a USD 5 billion battery plant in Georgia, U.S. These projects have been announced against the backdrop of the U.S. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. Hence, such government initiatives are anticipated to boost market demand over the forecast period.