PUBLISHER: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | PRODUCT CODE: 1446980
PUBLISHER: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | PRODUCT CODE: 1446980
Colloidal Silica Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Formulation (Acidic and Alkaline), Particle Size (Up to 50 nm, 51 to 100 nm and Above 100 nm), End User and By Geography
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Colloidal Silica Market is accounted for $816.90 million in 2023 and is expected to reach $1381.98 million by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 7.8% during the forecast period. Suspension of fine nonporous and amorphous silica particles in a liquid phase is known as colloidal silica. Colloidal silica finds diverse applications across industries due to its unique properties, including high surface area, uniform particle size distribution, and surface reactivity. Common applications of colloidal silica include coatings, adhesives, sealants, catalysts, electronics, textiles, personal care products, and construction materials. Its versatility, stability, and compatibility make it a valuable additive and functional material in various industrial processes and consumer products.
According to the United States census bureau, the construction output was valued at USD 1,591.67 billion in 2021 as compared to USD 1,469.15 billion in 2020, registering a growth of 8.3% in the United States.
Market Dynamics:
Driver:
Rising demand for high-performance coatings
Colloidal silica is a key ingredient in high-performance coatings due to its ability to enhance durability, weather resistance, and corrosion protection properties. Industries such as automotive, aerospace, marine, and construction rely on high-performance coatings to ensure the longevity and protection of their products and structures. Furthermore, colloidal silica's unique properties enable these coatings to withstand harsh environmental conditions, chemical exposure, and mechanical stress, making them indispensable for industries seeking superior performance and longevity in their finished products.
Restraint:
High production costs
The manufacturing process for colloidal silica involves intricate procedures and specialised equipment, leading to elevated production expenses. These costs include raw materials, energy consumption, labour, and equipment maintenance, contributing to higher overall production costs. As a result, manufacturers may face challenges in maintaining competitive pricing while ensuring profitability. Also, barriers to entry for new entrants due to the capital-intensive nature of production further limit market accessibility.
Opportunity:
Expanding construction sector
Colloidal silica is increasingly used in construction applications, particularly in cement and concrete admixtures, where it enhances the strength, durability, and workability of construction materials. As infrastructure projects proliferate, especially in emerging economies, the demand for high-performance construction materials grows. Moreover, colloidal silica's ability to improve the performance and sustainability of cementitious materials positions it as a valuable additive in the construction industry. By capitalising on this opportunity, colloidal silica manufacturers can cater to the growing demand for advanced construction solutions, driving market growth and expansion.
Threat:
Stringent environmental regulations
Compliance with stringent regulations regarding the use, handling, and disposal of colloidal silica may require costly measures and investments in environmental protection, adding to production costs. Also, regulatory changes or new environmental mandates could impose additional restrictions or requirements on colloidal silica manufacturers, potentially impacting production processes and market competitiveness. Failure to adhere to environmental regulations may result in fines, penalties, or reputational damage, further hindering market growth.
Covid-19 Impact
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a mixed impact on the colloidal silica market. Initially, lockdowns and supply chain disruptions caused production delays and reduced demand from industries like construction and automotive. However, as economies reopened, the construction sector saw a rebound, driving demand for colloidal silica in cement and concrete applications. Despite challenges, the market demonstrated resilience and adapted to changing consumer needs, with certain segments experiencing growth amidst the pandemic's disruptions.
The acidic segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The acidic segment is estimated to hold the largest share. The acidic colloidal silica solutions are characterised by their high stability and uniform particle size distribution. They find applications in various industries, such as electronics, coatings, and catalysts. In the electronics industry, acidic colloidal silica is used for the planarization and polishing of silicon wafers. In coatings, it acts as a binder and thickener, providing improved adhesion and durability. Additionally, in catalysts, acidic colloidal silica serves as a support material for catalyst formulations, enhancing catalytic activity and selectivity in chemical reactions.
The automotive segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The automotive segment is anticipated to have lucrative growth during the forecast period. Colloidal silica finds extensive use in automotive coatings and polishing compounds due to its abrasion resistance, durability, and fine particle size distribution. It serves as a crucial ingredient in automotive paints and clear coats, enhancing scratch resistance and providing a glossy finish. Moreover, colloidal silica is employed in windscreen coatings to improve visibility and durability. Its use in tyre compounds helps enhance traction and wear resistance.
Region with largest share:
Asia Pacific commanded the largest market share during the extrapolated period due to increasing industrialization, infrastructure development, and demand from key end-user industries. Countries like China, India, Japan, and South Korea are major contributors to market expansion, with strong manufacturing sectors and growing construction activities. Additionally, the electronics and automotive industries in the region are significant consumers of colloidal silica for various applications such as coatings, polishing, and semiconductor manufacturing. Thus, there is a driving market demand in this region.
Region with highest CAGR:
North America is expected to witness profitable growth over the projection period. The region's advanced manufacturing infrastructure and stringent quality standards make it a key player in the global colloidal silica market. Additionally, increasing investments in research and development, along with technological advancements, contribute to market growth. Furthermore, the rising focus on sustainability and eco-friendly solutions enhances the demand for colloidal silica in various applications. With a strong emphasis on innovation and quality, the North American Colloidal Silica Market offers promising opportunities for market expansion.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in the Colloidal Silica Market include Cobot Corporation, PPG Industries Incorporated, Evonik Industries, Imreys SA, Nouryon (Akzo Nobel), Solvay SA, Ecolab Incorporated, Nissan Chemical, W R Grace, Merck KGaA, Elkem Chemical Industries, Adeka Corporation, Akasel, AMS Applied Material Solutions, Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd., Nyacol, Ted Pella, Inc., Sterling Chemicals, Allied High Tech Products, InC. and The Dow Chemical Company.
Key Developments:
In November 2023, Evonik, one of the world's leading specialty chemicals companies, is building a new plant to produce ultra-high purity colloidal silica. The new plant will make Evonik one of the only players in the market that can reliably produce the colloidal silica required for the chemical mechanical planarization (CMP), a process step in microchip production in the necessary quality and purity.
In January 2023, Solvay launches bio-circular silica in Europe, with expansion plans in North America. Solvay's new circular highly dispersible silica (HDS), supported by global tire manufacturers, will significantly increase the use of sustainable raw material and reduce the CO2 footprint in the tire industry.
Formulations Covered:
- Acidic
- Alkaline
Particle Sizes Covered:
- Up to 50 nm
- 51 to 100 nm
- Above 100 nm
End Users Covered:
- Pulp & Paper
- Chemicals
- Construction
- Electronics and Semiconductors
- Metals and Metallurgy
- Automotive
- Pharmaceuticals
- Paints & Coatings
- Other End Users
Regions Covered:
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- Italy
- France
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Japan
- China
- India
- Australia
- New Zealand
- South Korea
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America
- Argentina
- Brazil
- Chile
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements
Free Customization Offerings:
All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:
- Company Profiling
- Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
- SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
- Regional Segmentation
- Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
- Competitive Benchmarking
- Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances
Table of Contents
1 Executive Summary
2 Preface
- 2.1 Abstract
- 2.2 Stake Holders
- 2.3 Research Scope
- 2.4 Research Methodology
- 2.4.1 Data Mining
- 2.4.2 Data Analysis
- 2.4.3 Data Validation
- 2.4.4 Research Approach
- 2.5 Research Sources
- 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
- 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
- 2.5.3 Assumptions
3 Market Trend Analysis
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Drivers
- 3.3 Restraints
- 3.4 Opportunities
- 3.5 Threats
- 3.6 End User Analysis
- 3.7 Emerging Markets
- 3.8 Impact of Covid-19
4 Porters Five Force Analysis
- 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
- 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
- 4.3 Threat of substitutes
- 4.4 Threat of new entrants
- 4.5 Competitive rivalry
5 Global Colloidal Silica Market, By Formulation
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Acidic
- 5.3 Alkaline
6 Global Colloidal Silica Market, By Particle Size
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Up to 50 nm
- 6.3 51 to 100 nm
- 6.4 Above 100 nm
7 Global Colloidal Silica Market, By End User
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Pulp & Paper
- 7.3 Chemicals
- 7.4 Construction
- 7.5 Electronics and Semiconductors
- 7.6 Metals and Metallurgy
- 7.7 Automotive
- 7.8 Pharmaceuticals
- 7.9 Paints & Coatings
- 7.10 Other End Users
8 Global Colloidal Silica Market, By Geography
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 North America
- 8.2.1 US
- 8.2.2 Canada
- 8.2.3 Mexico
- 8.3 Europe
- 8.3.1 Germany
- 8.3.2 UK
- 8.3.3 Italy
- 8.3.4 France
- 8.3.5 Spain
- 8.3.6 Rest of Europe
- 8.4 Asia Pacific
- 8.4.1 Japan
- 8.4.2 China
- 8.4.3 India
- 8.4.4 Australia
- 8.4.5 New Zealand
- 8.4.6 South Korea
- 8.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
- 8.5 South America
- 8.5.1 Argentina
- 8.5.2 Brazil
- 8.5.3 Chile
- 8.5.4 Rest of South America
- 8.6 Middle East & Africa
- 8.6.1 Saudi Arabia
- 8.6.2 UAE
- 8.6.3 Qatar
- 8.6.4 South Africa
- 8.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
9 Key Developments
- 9.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
- 9.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
- 9.3 New Product Launch
- 9.4 Expansions
- 9.5 Other Key Strategies
10 Company Profiling
- 10.1 Cobot Corporation
- 10.2 PPG Industries Incorporated
- 10.3 Evonik Industries
- 10.4 Imreys SA
- 10.5 Nouryon (Akzo Nobel)
- 10.6 Solvay SA
- 10.7 Ecolab Incorporated
- 10.8 Nissan Chemical
- 10.9 W R Grace
- 10.10 Merck KGaA
- 10.11 Elkem Chemical Industries
- 10.12 Adeka Corporation
- 10.13 Akasel
- 10.14 Ams Applied Material Solutions
- 10.15 Fuso Chemical Co., Ltd.
- 10.16 Nyacol
- 10.17 Ted Pella, Inc.
- 10.18 Sterling Chemicals
- 10.19 Allied High Tech Products, Inc.
- 10.20 The Dow Chemical Company
List of Tables
- Table 1 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Region (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 2 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Formulation (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 3 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Acidic (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 4 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Alkaline (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 5 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Particle Size (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 6 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Up to 50 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 7 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By 51 to 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 8 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Above 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 9 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By End User (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 10 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pulp & Paper (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 11 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Chemicals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 12 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Construction (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 13 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 14 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Metals and Metallurgy (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 15 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Automotive (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 16 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 17 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Paints & Coatings (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 18 Global Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 19 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Country (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 20 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Formulation (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 21 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Acidic (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 22 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Alkaline (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 23 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Particle Size (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 24 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Up to 50 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 25 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By 51 to 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 26 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Above 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 27 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By End User (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 28 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pulp & Paper (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 29 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Chemicals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 30 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Construction (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 31 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 32 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Metals and Metallurgy (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 33 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Automotive (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 34 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 35 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Paints & Coatings (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 36 North America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 37 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Country (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 38 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Formulation (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 39 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Acidic (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 40 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Alkaline (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 41 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Particle Size (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 42 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Up to 50 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 43 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By 51 to 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 44 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Above 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 45 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By End User (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 46 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pulp & Paper (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 47 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Chemicals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 48 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Construction (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 49 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 50 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Metals and Metallurgy (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 51 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Automotive (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 52 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 53 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Paints & Coatings (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 54 Europe Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 55 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Country (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 56 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Formulation (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 57 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Acidic (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 58 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Alkaline (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 59 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Particle Size (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 60 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Up to 50 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 61 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By 51 to 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 62 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Above 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 63 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By End User (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 64 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pulp & Paper (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 65 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Chemicals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 66 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Construction (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 67 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 68 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Metals and Metallurgy (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 69 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Automotive (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 70 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 71 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Paints & Coatings (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 72 Asia Pacific Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 73 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Country (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 74 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Formulation (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 75 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Acidic (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 76 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Alkaline (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 77 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Particle Size (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 78 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Up to 50 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 79 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By 51 to 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 80 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Above 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 81 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By End User (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 82 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pulp & Paper (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 83 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Chemicals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 84 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Construction (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 85 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 86 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Metals and Metallurgy (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 87 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Automotive (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 88 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 89 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Paints & Coatings (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 90 South America Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 91 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Country (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 92 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Formulation (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 93 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Acidic (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 94 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Alkaline (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 95 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Particle Size (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 96 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Up to 50 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 97 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By 51 to 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 98 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Above 100 nm (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 99 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By End User (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 100 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pulp & Paper (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 101 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Chemicals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 102 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Construction (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 103 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Electronics and Semiconductors (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 104 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Metals and Metallurgy (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 105 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Automotive (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 106 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 107 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Paints & Coatings (2021-2030) ($MN)
- Table 108 Middle East & Africa Colloidal Silica Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2021-2030) ($MN)
