Metakaolin Market Key Players and Forecast by 2028

Metakaolin market was valued at US$ 756.87 million in 2020 and is projected to reach US$ 1,100.83 million by 2028; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2021 to 2028.

Metakaolin is an anhydrous calcined from of the clay mineral kaolinite. It is an effective pozzolanic material used as an alternative to cement in concrete. Metakaolin is manufactured for consumption rather than being a by-product and is formed when China clay and the mineral kaolin is heated at a temperature between 600 and 800ºC. The quality of metakaolin can be controlled during manufacturing, which results in a much less variable material. Metakaolin is used in various applications such as ceramics, mortars and concrete admixtures, and refractories.

In 2020, Asia-Pacific held the largest share of the global metakaolin market. However, Europe is estimated to register the highest CAGR in the market during the forecast period. The demand for metakaolin is expected to increase in the region in the coming years due to various factors such as the growing construction sector, rising disposable income, huge population base, and high emphasis of government to develop sustainable infrastructure for long term growth. Growing renovation and refurbishment activities across the residential construction segment in Asia-Pacific are boosting the demand for ceramic products, such as tiles and bricks, which is expected to propel the demand for metakaolin in the region. These factors have also attracted many international and global players to expand their businesses across the region.

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Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Metakaolin Market

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted the manufacturing sector in terms of operational efficiency owing to extended lockdowns across different regions, restrictions imposed on international trades, shutdown of manufacturing units, travel bans, restrictions on supply chain, and shortage in the supply of raw materials. The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the global metakaolin market owing to the shutdown of manufacturing units, rising prices of raw material, shortage of labor, disruption of supply chains, and financial instability. Moreover, the disruption of the construction industry due to economic slowdown caused by the COVID-19 outbreak has hindered the growth of the metakaolin market. Metakaolin is widely used as a substitute for cement in concrete. Moreover, it is also used to manufacture ceramic products used across the construction sector. A major decline in the number of residential construction projects due to financial crisis during the first phase of the global pandemic has reduced the demand for metakaolin. However, businesses are gaining ground as previously imposed limitations are being eased across various countries. Moreover, the introduction of COVID-19 vaccines by governments of different countries has further eased out the situation leading to rise in business activities across the world. Moreover, governments of different countries are planning to develop modern and technologically advanced infrastructure to mitigate the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. For instance, the Chinese government has recently introduced the New Infrastructure campaign to mitigate the economic impact of the outbreak while promoting long-term sustainable growth. 5G networks, industrial internet, inter-city transportation and inner-city rail systems, data centers, artificial intelligence, ultra-high voltage, and electric vehicle charging stations will be the emphasis of New Infrastructure initiatives. Such initiatives are significantly contributing to the growth of the construction industry, thereby boosting the demand for metakaolin. Thus, despite the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the metakaolin market is expected to gain a significant growth in the coming years.

Increasing Usage in Construction Industry

Metakaolin is a dehydroxylated form of the clay mineral kaolinite. It is increasingly used in the production of ceramics and as a cement replacement in concrete. Due to a smaller particle size and higher surface area of metakaolin, it reacts quickly and reduces the diffusion coefficient compared with plain portland cement. In concrete, metakaolin helps in reducing porosity and pore structure refinement in the hardened pastes, which increases the durability of concrete through improved resistance to chloride penetration and controlled expansion due to alkali-aggregate reaction. Portland cement is being replaced with 8–20% metakaolin by weight for manufacturing concrete, which produces a concrete mix that consists of properties such as filter effect, pozzolanic reaction, and the acceleration of OPC hydration. Metakaolin is widely used in the construction industry as supplementary material for cement in structural concrete for technical, economical, and environmental reasons. It is also being used in offshore construction, water retaining structure, mass concreting, and nuclear power stations. The construction industry across the world is growing at a rapid pace. Growing development of modern infrastructure, rising investments by government, and increasing number of residential and commercial construction activities are a few key factors supporting the growth of the construction industry worldwide. Moreover, the governments of countries such as China and India are heavily focusing on expanding their infrastructure capabilities. As a result, such government initiatives across emerging economies to create new infrastructure contribute to the growth of the construction sector, which would fuel the growth of the global metakaolin market in the coming years.

Application Insights

Based on application, the metakaolin market is segmented into ceramics, mortars & concrete admixtures, refractories, and others. The mortars & concrete admixtures segment accounted for the largest market share in 2020, and the ceramics segment is expected to register the highest CAGR in the market during the forecast period. Mortar and concrete admixtures offer properties such as waterproofing, efflorescence control, and water-repellency, air entrainment utilizing plasticizers to improve workability, and accelerating and retarding setting times. These are used in masonry construction. Metakaolin is one of the artificial pozzolanic admixtures commonly used in various mortar and concrete admixtures. It is widely used in concrete to improve its splitting tensile and flexural strength. Concrete is an essential product used in the construction sector.  Metakaolin is also used to increase compressive and flexural strengths. Also, it enhances both the early strength and the completely cured strength of concrete owing to its pozzolanic reactivity. Metakaolin enhances concrete corrosion resistance, durability, and impermeability, making it highly desirable as a concrete additive in construction. Metakaolin strengthens the concrete and reduces the risk of alkali-silica reactions. This makes it an incredibly effective material for building highway bridges, dams, reinforced concrete buildings, and any other construction, which requires high-performance, high-strength, and lightweight concrete. A few key factors such as the booming construction sector, rapid urbanization, and huge investments by governments in infrastructure development are anticipated to bolster the growth of the metakaolin market for the mortars and concrete admixtures segment during the forecast period.

A few players operating in the metakaolin market are BASF SE; Burgess Pigment Company; Imerys S.A.; W. R. Grace & Co.; Nanoshel LLC; MS Industries II, LLC; Silica Systems Inc.; Dennert Poraver GMBH; Thiele Kaolin Company; and I-Minerals Inc. These companies provide a wide range of product portfolio for the market. The companies have their presence in the developing regions, which provides lucrative opportunities for the metakaolin market growth. The market players are developing high-quality and innovative products to fulfil the customer’s requirements.

Report Spotlights

• Progressive industry trends in the metakaolin market to help players develop effective long-term strategies
• Business growth strategies adopted by developed and developing markets
• Quantitative analysis of the metakaolin market from 2019 to 2028
• Estimation of global demand for metakaolin
• Porter’s five forces analysis to illustrate the efficacy of buyers and suppliers operating in the industry
• Recent developments to understand the competitive market scenario
• Market trends and outlook as well as factors driving and restraining the growth of the metakaolin market
• Assistance in decision-making process by highlighting market strategies that underpin commercial interest, leading to the market growth

• The size of the metakaolin market size at various nodes
• Detailed overview and segmentation of the market, as well as the metakaolin industry dynamics
• Size of the metakaolin market in various regions with promising growth opportunities

Metakaolin Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the Metakaolin Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at The Insight Partners. This section also discusses Metakaolin Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

Metakaolin Market Report Scope

Metakaolin Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

The Metakaolin Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.

Metakaolin Market – by Application

• Ceramics
• Mortars & Concrete Admixtures
• Refractories
• Others

Company Profiles

• BASF SE
• Burgess Pigment Company
• Imerys S.A.
• W. R. Grace & Co.
• Nanoshel LLC
• MS Industries II, LLC
• Silica Systems Inc.
• Dennert Poraver GMBH
• Thiele Kaolin Company
• I-Minerals Inc.