Amorphous Silica Market is expected to reach US$ 17.47 Billion by 2031

Versatility of Precipitated Silica Fuels Amorphous Silica Market Growth

According to our latest study on "Amorphous Silica Market Forecast to 2031, Global and Regional Growth Opportunity Analysis – by Grade, Product Type, and Application," the market was valued at US$ 12.17 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 17.47 billion by 2031; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 5.5% during 2025–2031. The report highlights key factors contributing to the growing amorphous silica market size and prominent players, along with their developments in the market.

As a form of synthetic silica, precipitated silica is highly appreciated for its unique properties, including high surface area, porosity, and chemical purity. These characteristics make it an essential additive in various applications in industries ranging from rubber and plastics to food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and coatings. Its multifunctionality allows manufacturers to improve product performance while maintaining consistency and quality, thereby expanding its use across sectors. In the rubber industry, precipitated silica is widely used as a reinforcing agent, especially in the production of green tires. It improves tire durability, rolling resistance, and wet traction, all while reducing fuel consumption and carbon emissions. These benefits align with global sustainability goals and stricter vehicle efficiency standards. In the plastic and coatings sectors, precipitated silica enhances anti-blocking, matting, and thickening customization and quality improvement. Moreover, in personal care and pharmaceuticals, its high absorption capacity and smooth texture make it ideal for use in toothpaste, cosmetics, and drug delivery systems. Precipitated silica serves as a free-flow and anti-cracking agent in powdered foods, further underlining its role in the food industry. This broad applicability reflects the material’s adaptability to diverse processing conditions and end-user requirements, positioning it as a highly sought-after additive. As industries increasingly demand multifunctional, efficient, and eco-friendly materials, the adaptability of precipitated silica continues to contribute to the amorphous silica market growth.

Amorphous Silica Market Breakdown – by Region

The amorphous silica market analysis has been performed by considering the following segments: grade, product type, and application. In terms of grade, the market is segmented into high-purity, medium-purity, and low-purity. The medium-purity segment held the largest amorphous silica market share in 2024. The medium-purity grade amorphous silica comprises approximately 95–99% silicon dioxide with moderate impurities, including aluminum oxide, ferric oxide, calcium oxide, sodium oxide, and potassium oxide. It can be produced from the partial purification of byproducts, such as micro silica, followed by some form of processing to increase whiteness and purity, but not to the extent of high purity grades. Medium-purity silica is typically used in applications where ultrahigh purity is not critical, but good performance is needed; for example, it is used as filler additives in rubber, plastics, or construction materials.

The amorphous silica market trends include the rising adoption of green silica. Green silica, often derived from agricultural waste such as rice husk ash or other bio-based sources, offers a sustainable alternative to conventionally manufactured amorphous silica, which typically involves energy-intensive processes and non-renewable raw materials. According to the Regents of the University of Michigan Ann Arbor, as industries prioritize environmentally friendly practices, green silica is gaining traction for its lower environmental impact. Its production process involves low greenhouse gas emissions and promotes the circular economy by utilizing agricultural byproducts that would otherwise contribute to waste generation. The eco-friendly production process aligns with the global trend toward sustainable manufacturing and appeals to companies aiming to meet environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. According to the report titled “An Overview of Global Rice Production, Supply, Trade, and Consumption,” more than 715 million tons of paddy rice is harvested annually worldwide each year, translating into 480 million tons of milled rice. As per the Food and Agriculture Organization, the production of rice is growing, and in 2020–2021, the output of milled rice reached the highest level ever (526 million tons). Rice husk ash (RHA), produced by the controlled burning of rice husk, contains a minimum of 75% amorphous silica. Thus, with a continuous surge in global rice production, particularly in major rice-producing countries such as China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand, the availability of RHA is also anticipated to grow in the coming years, creating a reliable and renewable feedstock for green silica manufacturing, encouraging more industries to adopt it as a sustainable option.

Asia Pacific dominated the amorphous silica market share in terms of revenue in 2024. The region is known for being one of the world's largest rubber plantation destinations, which can be attributed to a favorable climate and suitable soil cultivating conditions. Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, Malaysia, and India are among the largest rubber plantation countries in the region. The subsequently well-established rubber industry drives the demand for amorphous silica in the region. Moreover, the construction industry in Asia Pacific is witnessing rapid growth on the back of favorable government initiatives and rapid urbanization. Governments of Asian countries focus on boosting their economies with infrastructure developments and construction projects. According to the South East Asia Iron and Steel Institute, the construction sector in Indonesia grew by 4.9% in 2023, which can be associated with increased development activities and capital expenditure by the government. Countries such as China, India, and Vietnam have favorable environments for the scale-up of construction material manufacturing operations; this can be ascribed to lower labor costs and operation expenses compared to Western countries. Cement, tiles and ceramics, glass, and stone are some of the construction materials widely available in the region. Amorphous silica is commonly incorporated into these materials to enhance their properties.

MLA Group of Industries; Cabot Corp; Lorad Chemical Corporation; Corning Inc; SINOSI GROUP CORPORATION; Evonik Industries AG; FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical Corp; Nouryon Chemicals Holding BV; Nissan Chemical Corporation; Fengchen Group Co., Ltd; Denka Co Ltd; OCI Ltd; M/s. DKIC Pvt. Ltd; Supersil Chemicals (I) Pvt. Ltd; Astrra Chemicals; Ashirwad Chemicals; Madhu Silica Pvt. Ltd.; AMGEEN MINERALS; W. R. Grace & Co; and Patalia Chem Industries are among the prominent players profiled in the amorphous silica market report. These market players are focusing on providing high-quality products to fulfill customer demand. They are also adopting strategies such as new product launches, capacity expansions, partnerships, and collaborations to stay competitive in the market.

The amorphous silica market is segmented on the basis of grade, product type, application, and geography. Based on grade, the market is segmented into high-purity, medium-purity, and low-purity. By product type, the market is categorized into precipitated silica, silica gel, colloidal silica, fumed silica, and others. In terms of application, the market is categorized into rubber, electrical and electronics, building and construction, personal care and cosmetics, food and beverages, oil and gas, pulp and paper, agrochemicals, and others.

The geographic scope of the amorphous silica market report focuses on North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America. The market in North America is further segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The market in Europe is subsegmented into Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Russia, and the Rest of Europe. The amorphous silica market in Asia Pacific is further segmented into China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia Pacific. The amorphous silica market in the Middle East & Africa is subsegmented into South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Morocco, and the Rest of Middle East & Africa. The market in South & Central America is further segmented into Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America.

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