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The fireproofing materials market comprises the sales of materials designed to limit the growth and spread of fire, providing protection for firefighters and facilitating safe evacuation for occupants. These materials are resistant to fire, serving to safeguard critical structures until the fire is brought under control. They are either applied or embedded in structures to enhance stability and compartmentalize buildings into manageable risk areas.
The primary product categories in fireproofing materials include intumescent coatings, thin-film coatings, and thick film coatings. Intumescent coatings, for instance, contain sodium silicates in their composition, thickening under high heat conditions to form a heat barrier. These coatings are applied to substrates such as metal and wood, and the technology involved includes both solvent-borne and water-borne solutions. Fireproofing materials find applications across various industries, including energy and power, manufacturing, oil and gas, petrochemicals, transportation, logistics, and others.
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The fireproofing materials market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.21 billion in 2024 to $1.39 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to compliance with building regulations, increased high-rise construction, increased fire safety awareness, increased industrial and commercial development, insurance industry requirements.
The fireproofing materials market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.49 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing climate change adaptation, increasing advanced fire-resistant coatings, increasing infrastructure development, growing retrofitting existing buildings, high-performance insulation. Major trends in the forecast period include sustainable and eco-friendly fireproofing, smart fireproofing systems, innovative fireproofing materials, data center and critical infrastructure protection, regulatory compliance and certification.
The increasing incidence of fire accidents is a significant driver of growth in the fireproofing materials market. Fire accidents are unexpected and sudden events that can cause severe injuries and property damage. The rise in fire accident rates is generating demand for fireproofing materials across various end-use industries. For example, in April 2024, GOV.UK, the official UK government website, reported that in December 2023, there were 269 fire-related fatalities resulting from 250 fatal fires, up from 257 fatalities in 238 fatal fires the previous year. Consequently, the growing number of fire accidents is fueling the expansion of the fireproofing materials market.
The anticipated growth of the construction industry is expected to boost the fireproofing materials market in the future. The construction industry involves the planning, development, and maintenance of physical structures and infrastructure through the use of labor, materials, and equipment. Fireproofing materials are crucial in this sector, as they protect structural elements and surfaces, helping to prevent the spread of fires and enhancing the safety of both buildings and their occupants. For example, in June 2023, Construction Digital, a UK-based platform that connects various construction brands, reported that the UK construction industry is projected to grow by 12% in 2024, with an additional 3% increase anticipated in 2025. Thus, the expansion of the construction industry is driving the demand for fireproofing materials.
A notable trend gaining traction in the fireproofing materials market is the emergence of new product launches. This trend is instrumental in enhancing user safety against fire-related risks. Major companies within the fireproofing materials sector are actively engaged in the development of advanced fireproofing materials as a strategic move to fortify their market position. For instance, in April 2022, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, a Germany-based consumer goods and chemicals company, introduced innovative fire protection products-Loctite EA 9400 and Loctite FPC 5060-designed for safer electric vehicle (EV) batteries. These coatings serve to prevent and impede the spread of fires when applied to battery packs, ensuring the safety of passengers during emergency situations. The effective and cost-efficient application techniques make these products conducive to optimizing battery production while maintaining high safety standards.
Key players in the fireproofing materials market are introducing lightweight fire-resistant products, such as Intumescent Coatings, to improve fire resistance for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. One example is FR1500, a lightweight fire-resistant material with a density of 1.28 g/cm3. For instance, in June 2024, PPG, a US-based global supplier of paints, coatings, and specialty materials, launched PPG STEELGUARD 951. This new fire-resistant material is an intumescent fire protection coating designed for structural steel, offering up to 120 minutes of fire resistance. It is a high-performance solution specifically formulated to protect steel structures in commercial and industrial buildings during a fire, allowing them to maintain their integrity for extended periods under extreme heat. STEELGUARD 951 provides a thin, durable coating that expands when exposed to heat, forming an insulating barrier that delays the steel from reaching critical temperatures, thereby enhancing safety and building resilience.
In August 2023, SK Capital Partners LP, a France-based investment firm, acquired ISOLATEK International for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance fire safety standards and expand SK Capital Partners LP's global presence while fostering innovation and expanding its offerings in passive fire protection technologies. ISOLATEK International is a US-based global provider of passive fireproofing materials.
Major companies operating in the fireproofing materials market include 3M Company, Akzo Nobel N.V., BASF SE, Etex Group, FlameOFF Coatings Inc., Intumescent Systems Ltd., Isolatek International, Jotun Group, PK Companies, PPG Industries Inc., ROCKWOOL International A/S, RPM International Inc., Sika Services AG, Albi Protective Coatings, Alsey Refractories Co., Carboline Pvt. Ltd., Chartek New Zealand, Firetherm Ltd., Flame Control Coatings, Grace Construction Co., Hempel AS, Hilti Corp., International Fireproof Technology Inc., Leighs Paints Co. Ltd., Monokote, Nullifire Ltd., Promat International, Pyro-Cote Corporation, Sherwin-Williams Co., Specified Technologies Inc.
North America was the largest region in the fireproofing materials market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the market. The regions covered in the fireproofing materials market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
The countries covered in the fireproofing materials market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.
The fireproofing materials market consists of sales of fireproofing materials such as gypsum plasters and pyrocrete 241. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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