Industry Insights

10 December 2018, The U.S. Kaolin Market size valued at USD 1.29 billion in 2016 is anticipated to be driven by the growing consumption of cement, fiberglass, plastics, paints, and adhesives in numerous end-use sectors including construction and automobile. Rising infrastructure spending coupled with the increasing automobile production is expected to propel growth.

Kaolin is used in a variety of products that are utilized in the construction industry including cement, paints, adhesives, plastics, rubber, ceramics, and fiberglass. The penetration for kaolin in these applications has been increasing as they are not only effective in bringing down the overall cost of the final product, but they also increase the durability of the base material.

Fiberglass is used mesh fabrics, self-adhesive tapes, and wall covering owing to its ability to add strength and resistance to impact and fire. Fiberglass in the form of GFRP composites is used in a wide range of end-use sectors including wind energy, transportation, aerospace, marine, and civil construction. The growth of these end-use sectors on account of improving economic conditions in the country is anticipated to drive the demand for fiberglass, and in turn, the kaolin market. Fiberglass market is estimated to generate revenues worth USD 549.1 million by 2025.

Technological advancements in the process of manufacturing plastics have resulted in the incorporation of numerous additives including fillers such as kaolin. Increasing production of plastics is expected to augment the demand for kaolin over the forecast period. The segment is projected to grow at a volume CAGR of 5.3% over the projected period.

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