Black Mass Recycling Market by Battery Source (Automotive Batteries, Industrial Batteries), Battery Type (Li-ion Battery, Nickel-metal Hydride Battery), Recycling Process (Pyrometallurgical Process, Hydrometallurgical Process)

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Black Mass Recycling Market by Battery Source (Automotive Batteries, Industrial Batteries), Battery Type (Li-ion Battery, Nickel-metal Hydride Battery), Recycling Process (Pyrometallurgical Process, Hydrometallurgical Process), and Geography-Global Forecast to 2031.

The research report titled 'Black Mass Recycling Market by Battery Source (Automotive Batteries, Industrial Batteries), Battery Type (Li-ion Battery, Nickel-metal Hydride Battery), Recycling Process (Pyrometallurgical Process, Hydrometallurgical Process), and Geography-Global Forecast to 2031' provides an in-depth analysis of global black mass recycling market across five major geographies and emphasizes on the current market trends, market sizes, market shares, recent developments, and forecasts till 2031.

The global black mass recycling market is projected to reach $7.3 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 6.2% from 2024 to 2031.

The growth of this market is driven by government initiatives with technological advancements, a growing need to manage the disposal of used batteries, and growth in battery manufacturing. Furthermore, government incentives for battery recycling and a growing emphasis on recovering valuable materials are expected to create market growth opportunities during the forecast period.

However, the lack of proper recycling infrastructure restrains the growth of this market. Also, the variations in the prices of battery raw materials and a broad array of battery chemistries are major challenges for the players in this market. Furthermore, the advancements in recycling technologies and increasing investments in lithium-ion battery recycling in emerging countries are key trends in the black mass recycling market.

The black mass recycling market is segmented based on battery source, battery type, and recycling process. The study also evaluates industry competitors and analyzes the market at the regional/country level.

Based on battery source, the black mass recycling market is segmented into automotive batteries, industrial batteries, portable batteries, and other battery sources. In 2024, the industrial batteries segment is expected to account for the largest share of over 42.0% of the black mass recycling market. The large market share of this segment is mainly attributed to various factors, as batteries are extensively used in industries for various reasons, including providing backup power during outages, ensuring uninterrupted operations, and supporting portable devices. Also, they offer a reliable and portable energy source, enabling flexibility in power supply for critical equipment and systems.

Based on battery type, the black mass recycling market is segmented into Li-ion batteries, nickel-metal hydride batteries, nickel cobalt manganese batteries, and other battery types. In 2024, the Li-ion battery segment is expected to account for the largest share of over 37.0% of the black mass recycling market. This segment's large market share can be attributed to the widespread use of Li-ion batteries, which has increased the demand for black mass recycling. Li-ion batteries contain valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese. Efficient recycling of these materials from black mass is crucial for resource recovery. Moreover, the growing demand for Li-ion batteries in applications such as EV charging and portable electronics further drives the need for effective lithium-ion battery recycling processes.

Based on recycling process, the black mass recycling market is segmented into the pyrometallurgical process, hydrometallurgical process, and other recycling processes. In 2024, the pyrometallurgical process segment is expected to account for the largest share of over 46.0% of the black mass recycling market. The large market share of this segment is mainly attributed to its high recycling rate, the increasing need to remove organic material from Li-ion batteries, the need for efficient and cost-effective recycling methods, the increasing need to recover valuable materials from used batteries to reduce the need for new mining, stringent environmental regulations, and growing demand for the scalable, flexible, and low-cost recycling process.

Based on geography, the black mass recycling market is segmented into Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. In 2024, Asia-Pacific is expected to account for the largest share of over 38.0% of the black mass recycling market, followed by Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. Moreover, the market in Asia-Pacific is expected to register the highest growth rate during the forecast period. The growth of this regional market is driven by the growing implementation of new policies and regulations to promote the recycling of batteries and reduce environmental pollution, the growth in the consumer electronics industry, rising concerns regarding depleting precious and rare earth metals, growing demand for lithium-ion batteries for EV battery production, high adoption of electric mobility, and increasing environmental awareness.

Key Players:

The key players operating in the black mass recycling market are BASF SE (Germany), Umicore SA (Belgium), Tenova S.p.A. (Italy), Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. (Canada), Lithion Recycling Inc. (Canada), AkkuSer Oy (Finland), Duesenfeld GmbH (Germany), Aqua Metals Inc. (U.S.), SungEel Hi-Tech. Co., Ltd. (South Korea), Fortum Corporation (Finland), Redux GmbH (Germany), Green Li-ion Pte Ltd. (Singapore), Tata Chemicals Limited (India), Attero Recycling Pvt. Lyd. (India), Exigo Recycling Pvt. Ltd. (India).

Key Questions Answered in the Report:

Which are the high-growth market segments based on battery source, battery type, recycling process, and geography?
What was the historical market size for the black mass recycling market?
What are the market forecasts and estimates for 2024-2031?
What are the major drivers, restraints, opportunities, challenges, and trends in the black mass recycling market?
Who are the major players in the black mass recycling market, and what are their market shares?
What is the competitive landscape like?
What are the recent developments in the black mass recycling market?
What are the strategies adopted by key players in the black mass recycling market?
What are the key geographic trends, and which are the high-growth countries?
Who are the emerging players in the black mass recycling market, and how do they compete with the other players?

Scope of the Report:

Black Mass Recycling Market Assessment-by Battery Source

Automotive Batteries
Industrial Batteries
Consumer Electronics Batteries
Other Battery Sources

Black Mass Recycling Market Assessment-by Battery Type

Li-ion Battery
Nickel-metal Hydride Battery
Nickel Cobalt Manganese Battery
Other Battery Types

Black Mass Recycling Market Assessment-by Recycling Process

Pyrometallurgical Process
Hydrometallurgical Process
Other Recycling Processes

Black Mass Recycling Market Assessment-by Geography

North America
- U.S.
- Canada
Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe
- Germany
- U.K.
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
Latin America
Middle East & Africa

Product Code: MRSE - 1041042

1. Introduction

1.1. Market Definition & Scope
1.2. Market Ecosystem
1.3. Currency & Limitations
1.4. Key Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Research Approach
2.2. Process of Data Collection & Validation
- 2.2.1. Secondary Research
- 2.2.2. Primary Research/Interviews with Key Opinion Leaders of the Industry
2.3. Market Sizing and Forecast
- 2.3.1. Market Assessment Estimation Approach
- 2.3.2. Growth Forecast Approach
2.4. Assumptions for the Study

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview
3.2. Market Analysis, by Battery Source
3.3. Market Analysis, by Battery Type
3.4. Market Analysis, by Recycling Process
3.5. Market Analysis, by Geography
3.6. Competitive Analysis

4. Market Insights

4.1. Overview
4.2. Factors Affecting Market Growth
- 4.2.1. Drivers
  - 4.2.1.1. Government Initiatives with Technological Advancements
  - 4.2.1.2. Growing Need to Manage the Disposal of Used Batteries
  - 4.2.1.3. Growth in Battery Manufacturing
- 4.2.2. Restraints
  - 4.2.2.1. Lack of Proper Recycling Infrastructure
- 4.2.3. Opportunities
  - 4.2.3.1. Government Incentives for Battery Recycling
  - 4.2.3.2. Growing Emphasis on Recovering Valuable Materials
- 4.2.4. Challenges
  - 4.2.4.1. Variations in the Prices of Battery Raw Materials
  - 4.2.4.2. Broad Array of Battery Chemistries
- 4.2.5. Trends
  - 4.2.5.1. Advancements in Recycling Technologies
  - 4.2.5.2. Increasing Investments in Li-ion Battery Recycling in Emerging Countries
4.3. Case Studies
4.4. Value Chain Analysis
4.5. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.6. Black Mass Recovery Process

5. Black Mass Recycling Market Assessment-by Battery Source

5.1. Overview
5.2. Automotive Batteries
5.3. Industrial Batteries
5.4. Consumer Electronics Batteries
5.5. Other Battery Sources

6. Black Mass Recycling Market Assessment-by Battery Type

6.1. Overview
6.2. Li-ion Battery
6.3. Nickel-metal Hydride Battery
6.4. Nickel Cobalt Manganese Battery
6.5. Other Battery Types

7. Black Mass Recycling Market Assessment-by Recycling Process

7.1. Overview
7.2. Pyrometallurgical Process
7.3. Hydrometallurgical Process
7.4. Other Recycling Processes

8. Black Mass Recycling Market Assessment-by Geography

8.1. Overview
8.2. North America
- 8.2.1. U.S.
- 8.2.2. Canada
8.3. Asia-Pacific
- 8.3.1. China
- 8.3.2. Japan
- 8.3.3. India
- 8.3.4. South Korea
- 8.3.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific
8.4. Europe
- 8.4.1. Germany
- 8.4.2. U.K.
- 8.4.3. France
- 8.4.4. Italy
- 8.4.5. Spain
- 8.4.6. Rest of Europe
8.5. Latin America
8.6. Middle East & Africa

9. Competition Analysis

9.1. Overview
9.2. Key Growth Strategies
- 9.2.1. Market Differentiators
- 9.2.2. Synergy Analysis: Major Deals & Strategic Alliances
9.3. Competitive Benchmarking
9.4. Competitive Dashboard
- 9.4.1. Industry Leaders
- 9.4.2. Market Differentiators
- 9.4.3. Vanguards
- 9.4.4. Emerging Companies
9.5. Market Share Analysis (2022)

10. Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Overview, Product Portfolio, and Strategic Developments)

10.1. BASF SE
10.2. Umicore SA
10.3. Tenova S.p.A.
10.4. Li-Cycle Holdings Corp.
10.5. Lithion Recycling Inc.
10.6. AkkuSer Oy
10.7. Duesenfeld GmbH
10.8. Aqua Metals Inc.
10.9. SungEel Hi-Tech. Co., Ltd.
10.10. Fortum Corporation
10.11. Redux GmbH
10.12. Green Li-ion Pte Ltd.
10.13. Tata Chemicals Limited
10.14. Attero Recycling Pvt. Lyd.
10.15. Exigo Recycling Pvt. Ltd.

(Note: SWOT Analysis of the Top 5 Companies Will Be Provided)

11. Appendix

11.1. Available Customization
11.2. Related Reports