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PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1679489
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1679489
Recycled Refractories Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Silica, Alumina, Magnesia), By End-use (Iron & Steel, Cement & Lime, Glass & Ceramics, Non-Ferrous Metals), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030
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Recycled Refractories Market Growth & Trends:
The global recycled refractories market size is anticipated to reach USD 21.73 billion by 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.6% from 2025 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The growth of the market is primarily driven by the increasing demand for sustainability and environmental responsibility across industries. Refractory materials used in high-temperature applications, such as furnaces, kilns, and reactors, are often made from alumina, silica, and magnesia. These materials are costly, and with growing pressure to minimize environmental impact, adopting recycled refractories presents a viable solution. Recycling these materials reduces the need for raw material extraction, conserves natural resources, and helps companies comply with stricter environmental regulations, making it an attractive option for industries aiming to reduce their carbon footprint.
As industries like steel, cement, and glass manufacturing continue to grow globally, the demand for refractories has surged, driving up the costs of raw materials. Recycled refractories offer a cost-effective alternative by lowering the need for virgin materials. This trend is especially important in regions where raw material supplies are becoming scarcer or more expensive due to logistical challenges or geopolitical tensions. Manufacturers looking to cut production costs without compromising quality increasingly turn to recycled refractories as a sustainable and economical choice.
Innovations in recycling techniques have made it possible to recover and reuse high-performance refractory materials, improving the efficiency of the recycling process. For instance, developments in thermal treatment and chemical processes allow for better separation and regeneration of refractory materials, ensuring they meet the high standards required for industrial applications. As these technologies become more widespread and cost-effective, more industries are likely to adopt recycled refractories.
Governments worldwide are tightening regulations on waste management and the environmental impact of industrial processes. In response, many industries are seeking ways to reduce waste and recycle more materials, including refractories. For example, the European Union's commitment to the circular economy and sustainable resource management has encouraged the adoption of recycled materials across various industries, including metallurgy and cement production. These regulatory frameworks push companies toward more sustainable practices and offer financial incentives and support for using recycled materials.
Refractory materials play a critical role in the energy efficiency of industrial processes, particularly in sectors like steel production, where energy consumption is high. Recycled refractories can help reduce energy consumption by improving the thermal efficiency of furnaces and kilns. Furthermore, as industries look for ways to cut energy costs and reduce emissions, recycled refractories offer a dual benefit: they are more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly, aligning with the broader goals of sustainable industrial development.
Recycled Refractories Market Report Highlights:
- Based on product, alumina dominated the market with a market share of 47.0% in 2024 as they are essential in high-temperature applications like furnaces and kilns, especially in the production of steel.
- Based on end use, iron & steel accounted for the largest market revenue share of 67.1% due to the increasing focus on sustainability and cost-efficiency. Recycled refractories reduces environmental impact and lower material costs.
- Asia Pacific is the dominant region for the recycled refractories market with a revenue share of 74.8% in 2024 driven by rapid industrialization, particularly in countries such as China, India, and Japan, where demand for steel in automotive, construction, and manufacturing is growing.
Product Code: GVR-4-68040-515-5
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definition
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Information Analysis
- 1.3.2. Data Analysis Models
- 1.3.3. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.3.4. Data Validation & Publishing
- 1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
- 1.4.1. List of Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Outlook
- 2.2. Segmental Outlook
- 2.3. Competitive Outlook
Chapter 3. Market Variables, Trends, and Scope
- 3.1. Global Recycled Refractories Market Outlook
- 3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.2.1. Sales Channel Analysis
- 3.3. Technology Overview
- 3.4. Regulatory Framework
- 3.5. Market Dynamics
- 3.5.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.5.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.5.3. Market Opportunity Analysis
- 3.5.4. Market Challenges
- 3.6. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 3.6.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 3.6.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 3.6.3. Threat of Substitution
- 3.6.4. Threat of New Entrants
- 3.6.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 3.7. PESTLE Analysis
- 3.7.1. Political
- 3.7.2. Economic
- 3.7.3. Social Landscape
- 3.7.4. Technology
- 3.7.5. Environmental
- 3.7.6. Legal
Chapter 4. Recycled Refractories Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. Recycled Refractories Market: Product Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
- 4.2. Silica
- 4.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.3. Alumina
- 4.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.4. Magnesia
- 4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 4.5. Others
- 4.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Chapter 5. Recycled Refractories Market: End Use Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. Recycled Refractories Market: End Use Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
- 5.2. Iron & Steel
- 5.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.3. Cement & Lime
- 5.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.4. Glass & Ceramics
- 5.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.5. Non-Ferrous Metals
- 5.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 5.6. Others
- 5.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Chapter 6. Recycled Refractories Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. Regional Analysis, 2024 & 2030
- 6.2. North America
- 6.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.4. U.S.
- 6.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.5. Canada
- 6.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.6. Mexico
- 6.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.2.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3. Europe
- 6.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.4. Germany
- 6.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.5. France
- 6.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.6. Russia
- 6.3.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.7. UK
- 6.3.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.3.7.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4. Asia Pacific
- 6.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.4. China
- 6.4.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.5. India
- 6.4.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.6. Japan
- 6.4.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.7. South Korea
- 6.4.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.4.7.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5. Central & South America
- 6.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.4. Brazil
- 6.5.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.5.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.6. Middle East & Africa
- 6.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.6.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.6.3. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.6.4. Saudi Arabia
- 6.6.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
- 6.6.4.2. Market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape
- 7.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
- 7.2. Company Categorization
- 7.3. Heat Map Analysis
- 7.4. Vendor Landscape
- 7.4.1. List of equipment suppliers
- 7.4.2. List of distributors
- 7.5. List of Prospective End-Users
- 7.6. Strategy Initiatives
- 7.7. Company Profiles/Listing
- 7.7.1. Global Recycling
- 7.7.1.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.1.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.2. Krosaki Harima Corporation
- 7.7.2.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.2.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.3. Deref S.p.A.
- 7.7.3.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.3.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.4. Harsco Corporation
- 7.7.4.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.4.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.5. HORN & CO. GROUP
- 7.7.5.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.5.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.6. LKAB Minerals
- 7.7.6.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.6.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.7. Mineralen Kollee
- 7.7.7.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.7.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.8. REF Minerals
- 7.7.8.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.8.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.9. Refratechnik
- 7.7.9.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.9.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.10. Valoref (Saint-Gobain)
- 7.7.10.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.10.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.11. RHI Magnesita
- 7.7.11.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.11.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.12. Jai Balajee Trading Co.
- 7.7.12.1. Company Overview
- 7.7.12.2. Financial Performance
- 7.7.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.7.1. Global Recycling
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List of Tables
- Table 1 Recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 2 Recycled refractories market estimates and forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 3 Recycled refractories market estimates and forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 4 North America recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 5 North America recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 6 North America recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 7 U.S. recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 8 U.S. recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 9 U.S. recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons) (Kilotons)
- Table 10 Canada recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 11 Canada recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 12 Canada recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 13 Mexico recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 14 Mexico recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 15 Mexico recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 16 Europe recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 17 Europe recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 18 Europe recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 19 Germany recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 20 Germany recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 21 Germany recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 22 UK recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 23 UK recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 24 UK recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 25 France recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 26 France recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 27 France recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 28 Russia recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 29 Russia recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 30 Russia recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 31 Asia Pacific recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 32 Asia Pacific recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 33 Asia Pacific recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 34 China recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 35 China recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 36 China recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 37 India recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 38 India recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 39 India recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 40 Japan recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 41 Japan recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 42 Japan recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 43 South Korea recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 44 South Korea recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 45 South Korea recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 46 CSA recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 47 CSA recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 48 CSA recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 49 Brazil recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 50 Brazil recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 51 Brazil recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 52 Middle East & Africa recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 53 Middle East & Africa recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 54 Middle East & Africa recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 55 Saudi Arabia recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 56 Saudi Arabia recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Table 57 Saudi Arabia recycled refractories market estimates & forecasts, by end use, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
List of Figures
- Fig. 1 Market segmentation
- Fig. 2 Information procurement
- Fig. 3 Data analysis models
- Fig. 4 Market formulation and validation
- Fig. 5 Market snapshot
- Fig. 6 Segmental outlook
- Fig. 7 Competitive outlook
- Fig. 8 Recycled refractories market outlook, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
- Fig. 9 Value chain analysis
- Fig. 10 Market dynamics
- Fig. 11 Porter's analysis
- Fig. 12 PESTEL analysis
- Fig. 13 Recycled refractories market, by product: Key takeaways
- Fig. 14 Recycled refractories market, by product: Market share, 2024 & 2030
- Fig. 15 Recycled refractories market, by end use: Key takeaways
- Fig. 16 Recycled refractories market, by end use: Market share, 2024 & 2030
- Fig. 17 Recycled refractories market: regional analysis, 2024
- Fig. 18 Recycled refractories market, by region: Key takeaways
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