Cristobalite Sand Market Size is Slated to Grow Substantially at 7.1 % CAGR During Forecast Period (2022-2027).
The cristobalite sand market is projected to grow at an exponential rate during the forecast period on account of its rising application in various end-use industries. The demand for cristobalite sand is largely driven by the increasing demand for engineered stone and paints and coatings across the globe. It is extensively used in the making of glass, ceramics, cement, and textile processing.
Cristobalite is a stable form of silica (SiO2) with a different crystal structure and is widely used in dentistry as an impression material for making teeth models. Similarly, increasing public and private investments in the construction sector accelerate market growth. China accounts for more than 30% of the global export of silicon dioxide, followed by Germany with 17.4%. The below-mentioned info-graph depicts the top exporters of silicon dioxide in 2018 (USD Million).
| Report Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Year | 2022 |
| Study Period | 2017-2029 |
| Forecast Period | 2023-2031 |
| CAGR | 7.1% |
| Market Size | 2210 |
| Fastest Growing Market | |
| Largest Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends |
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Globally, the construction industry is growing at a significant rate, further surging the demand for high-quality paints and coatings. Cristobalite is largely consumed by the paints and coatings sector as it offers high brightness and is suitable for UV-curing processes. In addition, burgeoning government spending on road and highway construction is positively impacting market growth. As per the data published by the World Paints & Coatings Association, the global paints and coatings market was valued at USD 165 billion in 2018. Apart from this, cristobalite is used in architectural coatings, automotive coatings, roof coatings, and industrial purpose coatings, among others.
Cristobalite coatings are abrasion and scratch resistant, further driving its adoption in the automobile and industrial applications. Changing environmental conditions and growing residential construction across the globe has significantly impacted the demand for roof and exterior coatings. Consumers are demanding paints and coatings to prevent roof restoration costs and protect home exteriors. Thus, the growing demand for advanced paints and coatings drives market growth.
The upcoming and ongoing construction projects across the globe are indicating higher demand for construction materials, further propelling the demand for cristobalite sand in the coming future. Cristobalite sand has several applications in the construction industry, which includes concrete blocks, cement manufacturing, flooring compounds, roof and floor tiles, markings, and other cement systems.
Cristobalite sand is primarily used in the making of foundry castings as the material has a higher melting point compared to other materials, such as iron, copper, and aluminum. It is a prime component used in the manufacturing of specialty castings for products, such as aviation turbines, automobile parts, jewelry, dental bridges, and sports equipment.
Cristobalite sand is used to produce a broad range of chemicals, including silicone gel, pure silicon, and sodium silicate. These chemicals are further used in the manufacturing of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, paper and pulp, agriculture solutions, and detergents. Pure silicon is extensively used in the manufacturing of semiconductors, circuit boards, transistors, and other integrated circuits for computers and electronic devices. Higher demand for electronics has increased silicon production, resulting in huge demand for cristobalite sand in terms of volume.
Prolonged exposure to cristobalite sand can cause several health problems, such as lung cancer and organ damage. In line with this, the governments have introduced several regulations and impositions on the production of cristobalite sand to ensure worker safety. The availability of other alternatives for cristobalite sand at lower costs hampers the market growth.
Asia-Pacific dominates the cristobalite sand market on account of rapid industrialization in the region. China and India are the frontrunners in the regional market growth as the countries are the largest exporters of ceramic products on account of the burgeoning construction industry. Apart from this, growing foreign direct investment (FDI) in the building and construction sector provides an impetus to the regional market growth.
Cristobalite sand is widely used in the production of ceramic products and engineered stones for its stability and improved functionality. The key players are enhancing their production capacities to meet the growing demand for ceramic products and artifacts from the global markets. The below-mentioned info-graph depicts the ceramic product exports from China for the period 2016–2018.
China’s exports of ceramic products reached USD 22.37 billion in 2018, up from USD 20.54 billion in 2017. The ceramic market is witnessing continuous growth in the country as the market players are deploying innovative and competitive pricing strategies to secure their position in the global market.
Increasing construction activities in Southeast Asia presents an ideal opportunity for the development of the ceramic tiles and products market. In 2019, Beijing announced around 300 construction projects that are aimed at infrastructure development, improvement of people’s livelihood, and development of high-end technologies. Thus, the growing construction industry, escalating domestic and global demand for ceramic products, and rising construction spending drives the regional market growth.
The glass segment holds the highest market share during the forecast period. A massive amount of manufactured cristobalite is deployed for the production of flat glass, tableware, ray tubes, and lighting glass for LCDs and other electronic items. Asia is the largest manufacturer of consumer electronics, such as TV and computers, and accounts for more than 75% of the production capacity. Cristobalite sand is also extensively used in the glass-making for its improved characteristics, further driving the segment growth.
