PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1661261
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1661261
Asia Pacific Silica Sand Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by End Use, and Country, 2025-2033
The Asia Pacific silica sand market size was valued at USD 6,600 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 11,200 Million by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 5.8% from 2025-2033. China dominates the Asia Pacific silica sand market share, driven by its robust industrial growth, in sectors like construction, glass manufacturing, and electronics, rising demand for high-quality silica sand in fracking, rapid urbanization, and ongoing infrastructure development.
Silica sand, also known as industrial sand, is a granular material composed of silicon dioxide (SiO2), as feldspar, clay, and iron oxides. It is a naturally occurring form of quartz that is abundantly found on Earth. It offers enhanced hardness, low impurity content, resistance to weathering, and low conductivity. Besides this, it provides improved transparency, strength, and resistance to heat and chemicals. As it is widely employed in foundry casting and water filtration, the demand for silica sand is rising in the Asia Pacific region.
At present, the increasing utilization of silica sand in the oil and gas industry in hydraulic fracturing (fracking) operations is contributing to the growth of the market in the Asia Pacific region. In addition, the rising adoption in the foundry industry for producing precise and high-quality metal castings is propelling the growth of the market. Apart from this, the growing demand for high-purity silica sand in manufacturing photovoltaic panels and silicon-metal composite materials is offering a positive market outlook in the Asia Pacific region. Besides this, the rising employment of silica sand in the automotive industry for producing specialty glass is strengthening the growth of the market. Furthermore, the increasing demand for silica sand due to the thriving manufacturing sector in the region is bolstering the growth of the market.
Asia Pacific Silica Sand Market Trends/Drivers:
Increasing adoption in the construction industry
There is a rise in the adoption of silica sand due to rapid urbanization and increasing investments in residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects across the region. People are increasingly preferring renovation in households on account of their inflating income levels and improving living standards. Moreover, silica sand is an essential component in concrete and mortar mixes that assists in providing strength and durability to the structures in the Asia Pacific region. Constructors are increasingly utilizing silica sand in construction activities to enhance the workability of a building. Besides this, there is an increasing focus on sustainable construction practices, such as green buildings and eco-friendly materials among the masses, which, in turn, is catalyzing the demand for silica sand, as it is a natural and readily available resource that is widely utilized as a sustainable material in construction in the region.
Rising utilization in environmental remediation and waste management
Governing agencies of different countries in the Asia Pacific region are rapidly adopting silica sand in environmental remediation and waste management applications to reduce environmental pollution. They are also utilizing silica sand as a bedding material for landfill liners to prevent the leakage of contaminants into the surrounding soil and groundwater. Moreover, governing authorities in the region are implementing stringent environmental regulations and prompting industries to adopt more sustainable practices in the Asia Pacific region. They are also implementing policies and guidelines to address soil and ground water contamination and encouraging proper disposal of waste. Apart from this, silica sand is utilized in soil remediation projects to treat contaminated soil and groundwater by absorbing and removing pollutants. It acts as a medium for soil vapor extraction and assists in the removal of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other contaminants. It is also used in wastewater treatment processes in the region to enhance filtration and remove suspended solids, turbidity, and organic matter from wastewater, in turn providing cleaner and safer water. It is employed as a filtration medium in various treatment systems, such as rapid sand filters and multimedia filters. . People are increasingly focusing on consuming safe water to prevent diseases due to environmental concerns about waste management among individuals in the Asia Pacific region.
Asia Pacific Silica Sand Industry Segmentation:
Breakup by End Use:
- Glass Industry
- Foundry
- Hydraulic Fracturing
- Filtration
- Abrasives
- Others
Glass industry represents the largest market share
Silica sand is widely utilized in the glass industry for producing various glass products, such as bottles, containers, flat glass, fiberglass, and specialty glass in the Asia Pacific region. The rising adoption of silica sand, as it assists in enhancing the transparency, strength, and thermal resistance of glass, is contributing to the growth of the market. There is a rise in the utilization of glass in construction activities, architectural designs, and packaging. Additionally, silica sand is widely utilized in the production of fiberglass, which is further useful in the manufacturing of insulation, roofing materials, composite materials, and other structural components. It is also used in the automotive, solar energy, and electronics sectors for manufacturing various glass-related components with enhanced durability. In addition, there is a rise in the demand for silica sand due to the increasing focus on energy-efficient buildings in the region. Moreover, the growing demand for glass containers and packaging materials in food and beverage (F&B), pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries is positively influencing the market. Furthermore, the rising utilization of glass containers manufactured from silica sand, as it provides enhanced chemical stability for storing and preserving various substances is bolstering the growth of the market.
Breakup by Country:
- China
- India
- Malaysia
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- Others
China exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest market share
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include China, India, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, Australia, and others.
China held the biggest market share as it has considerable silica sand resources with cost-effective rates. In addition, the rising utilization of silica sand in the foundry casting and glass industry is contributing to the growth of the market in the country. Apart from this, the increasing infrastructure development and real estate projects are supporting the growth of the market in China. In line with this, the growing demand for silica sand due to the increasing industrialization and urbanization is positively influencing the market. Besides this, technological advancements in silica sand mining are bolstering the growth of the market in China. Additionally, the rising number of shale gas exploration activities is propelling the growth of the market in the country.
Competitive Landscape:
Key players in the Asia Pacific region are engaging in silica sand mining and extraction operations to obtain raw materials. This comprises identifying suitable deposits, obtaining necessary permits, and employing mining techniques to extract silica sand from the Earth. In addition, companies are employing advanced techniques, such as washing, drying, crushing, sorting, and grading to remove impurities, enhance purity and quality, and achieve desired specifications. Apart from this, various manufacturers in the region are focusing on introducing specialized grades of silica sand with specific particle size distribution, purity levels, and chemical properties to cater to the demand in various end-use industries, such as glass, foundry, and fracking. Additionally, several companies are focusing on implementing measures to minimize environmental impact during mining, processing, and transportation activities in the Asia Pacific region. Furthermore, they are investing in quality control measures to ensure the consistency and reliability of their products, which is positively influencing the market.
The report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided.
- Chongqing Changjiang River Moulding Material (Group) Co. Ltd
- Diatreme Resources Limited
- JFE Mineral Company Ltd.
- Mangal Minerals
- Mitsubishi Corporation
- PUM Group
- Raghav Productivity Enhancers Limited
- Rock Energy International
- TOCHU Corporation
- VRX Silica Ltd
- Xinyi Golden Ruite Quartz Materials Co., Ltd.
Key Questions Answered in This Report
- 1.How big is the silica sand market in the Asia Pacific?
- 2.What factors are driving the growth of the Asia Pacific silica sand market?
- 3.What is the forecast for the silica sand market in the Asia Pacific?
- 4.Which segment accounted for the largest Asia Pacific silica sand end use market share?
- 5.Who are the major players in the Asia Pacific silica sand market?
Table of Contents
1 Preface
2 Scope and Methodology
- 2.1 Objectives of the Study
- 2.2 Stakeholders
- 2.3 Data Sources
- 2.3.1 Primary Sources
- 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
- 2.4 Market Estimation
- 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
- 2.5 Forecasting Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 Introduction
- 4.1 Overview
- 4.2 Key Industry Trends
5 Asia Pacific Silica Sand Market
- 5.1 Market Overview
- 5.2 Silica Sand Production
- 5.3 Market Performance
- 5.3.1 Volume Trends
- 5.3.2 Value Trends
- 5.4 Market Breakup by End Use
- 5.5 Market Breakup by Country
- 5.6 Impact of COVID-19
- 5.7 Market Forecast
- 5.7.1 Volume Trends
- 5.7.2 Value Trends
6 Market Breakup by End Use
- 6.1 Glass Industry
- 6.1.1 Market Trends
- 6.1.2 Market Forecast
- 6.2 Foundry
- 6.2.1 Market Trends
- 6.2.2 Market Forecast
- 6.3 Hydraulic Fracturing
- 6.3.1 Market Trends
- 6.3.2 Market Forecast
- 6.4 Filtration
- 6.4.1 Market Trends
- 6.4.2 Market Forecast
- 6.5 Abrasives
- 6.5.1 Market Trends
- 6.5.2 Market Forecast
- 6.6 Others
- 6.6.1 Market Trends
- 6.6.2 Market Forecast
7 Market Breakup by Country
- 7.1 China
- 7.1.1 Volume Trends
- 7.1.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.1.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.1.2 Value Trends
- 7.1.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.1.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.1.1 Volume Trends
- 7.2 India
- 7.2.1 Volume Trends
- 7.2.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.2.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.2.2 Value Trends
- 7.2.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.2.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.2.1 Volume Trends
- 7.3 Malaysia
- 7.3.1 Volume Trends
- 7.3.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.3.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.3.2 Value Trends
- 7.3.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.3.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.3.1 Volume Trends
- 7.4 South Korea
- 7.4.1 Volume Trends
- 7.4.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.4.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.4.2 Value Trends
- 7.4.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.4.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.4.1 Volume Trends
- 7.5 Japan
- 7.5.1 Volume Trends
- 7.5.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.5.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.5.2 Value Trends
- 7.5.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.5.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.5.1 Volume Trends
- 7.6 Australia
- 7.6.1 Volume Trends
- 7.6.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.6.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.6.2 Value Trends
- 7.6.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.6.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.6.1 Volume Trends
- 7.7 Others
- 7.7.1 Volume Trends
- 7.7.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.7.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.7.2 Value Trends
- 7.7.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.7.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.7.1 Volume Trends
8 Import Export Trends
- 8.1 Import Trends
- 8.2 Export Trends
9 SWOT Analysis
- 9.1 Overview
- 9.2 Strengths
- 9.3 Weaknesses
- 9.4 Opportunities
- 9.5 Threats
10 Value Chain Analysis
- 10.1 Quarrying/Mining
- 10.2 Primary Processors
- 10.3 Manufacturers
- 10.4 Large Construction Firm
- 10.5 Retailers and Departmental Stores
- 10.6 End-Consumers
11 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 11.1 Overview
- 11.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 11.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 11.4 Degree of Competition
- 11.5 Threat of New Entrants
- 11.6 Threat of Substitutes
12 Price Analysis
- 12.1 Key Price Indicators
- 12.2 Price Trends
- 12.2.1 Historic Trends
- 12.2.2 Forecast Trends
13 Competitive Landscape
- 13.1 Market Structure
- 13.2 Key Players
- 13.3 Profiles of Key Players
- 13.3.1 Chongqing Changjiang River Moulding Material (Group) Co. Ltd
- 13.3.1.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.2 Diatreme Resources Limited
- 13.3.2.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.2.3 Financials
- 13.3.3 JFE Mineral Company Ltd.
- 13.3.3.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.4 Mangal Minerals
- 13.3.4.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.5 Mitsubishi Corporation
- 13.3.5.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.5.3 Financials
- 13.3.5.4 SWOT Analysis
- 13.3.6 PUM Group
- 13.3.6.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.7 Raghav Productivity Enhancers Limited
- 13.3.7.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.7.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.7.3 Financials
- 13.3.8 Rock Energy International
- 13.3.8.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.8.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.9 TOCHU Corporation
- 13.3.9.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.9.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.10 VRX Silica Ltd
- 13.3.10.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.10.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.10.3 Financials
- 13.3.11 Xinyi Golden Ruite Quartz Materials Co., Ltd.
- 13.3.11.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.11.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.1 Chongqing Changjiang River Moulding Material (Group) Co. Ltd
List of Figures
- Figure 1: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
- Figure 2: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019-2024
- Figure 3: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Sales Value (in Billion USD), 2019-2024
- Figure 4: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Breakup by End Use (in %), 2024
- Figure 5: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Breakup by Country (in %), 2024
- Figure 6: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 7: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Billion USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 8: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Glass Industry) Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 9: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Glass Industry) Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 10: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Foundry) Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 11: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Foundry) Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 12: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Hydraulic Fracturing) Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 13: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Hydraulic Fracturing) Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 14: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Filtration) Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 15: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Filtration) Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 16: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Abrasives) Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 17: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Abrasives) Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 18: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Other End Uses) Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 19: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand (Other End Uses) Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 20: China: Silica Sand Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 21: China: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 22: China: Silica Sand Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 23: China: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 24: India: Silica Sand Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 25: India: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 26: India: Silica Sand Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 27: India: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 28: Malaysia: Silica Sand Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 29: Malaysia: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 30: Malaysia: Silica Sand Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 31: Malaysia: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 32: South Korea: Silica Sand Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 33: South Korea: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 34: South Korea: Silica Sand Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 35: South Korea: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 36: Japan: Silica Sand Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 37: Japan: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 38: Japan: Silica Sand Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 39: Japan: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 40: Australia: Silica Sand Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 41: Australia: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 42: Australia: Silica Sand Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 43: Australia: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 44: Others: Silica Sand Market: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 45: Others: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Figure 46: Others: Silica Sand Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 47: Others: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 48: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Industry: SWOT Analysis
- Figure 49: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Industry: Value Chain Analysis
- Figure 50: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- Figure 51: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Average Prices (in USD/Metric Ton), 2019-2024
- Figure 52: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Average Prices (in USD/Metric Ton), 2025-2033
List of Tables
- Table 1: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2024 and 2033
- Table 2: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Breakup by End Use (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Table 3: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (in Million Metric Tons), 2025-2033
- Table 4: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Import Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2024
- Table 5: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Export Volume (in Million Metric Tons), 2024
- Table 6: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Competitive Structure
- Table 7: Asia Pacific: Silica Sand Market: Key Players
