Middle East & Africa Talc Market Strategies, Top Players, Growth Opportunities, Analysis and Forecast by 2031

Middle East & Africa Talc Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Deposit Type (Talc Chlorite and Talc Carbonate) and End-Use Industry [Plastics (Automotive, Construction, Packaging, and Others), Pulp and Paper, Ceramics, Paints and Coatings, Rubber, Pharmaceuticals, Food, and Others]

  • Report Code : TIPRE00039313
  • Category : Chemicals and Materials
  • Status : Published
  • No. of Pages : 158

Middle East & Africa Talc Market Analysis and Share by 2031

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The Middle East & Africa talc market size is projected to reach US$ 152.08 million by 2031 from US$ 121.23 million in 2023; the market is expected to register a CAGR of 2.9% during 2023–2031. The use of reinforced plastics in the automotive industry is emerging as a significant future trend in the Middle East & Africa talc market

Middle East & Africa Talc Market Analysis

Talc is commonly used in the pulp & paper industry as a pitch control agent, coating pigment, and functional filler. The demand for paper packaging is increasing in various sectors. Paper and paperboard are widely used for the manufacturing of ice-cream cups, microwave popcorn bags, baking paper, milk cartons, and fast food containers. Quick-service restaurants (QSR) and fast-food restaurants are among the most significant users of paper packaging products. The pulp and paper industry is growing with the increasing use of paper-based packaging, especially amid the scaling up of e-commerce operations, particularly in developing countries. Thus, the flourishing paper & pulp industry propels the talc market growth in the region.

Middle East & Africa Talc Market Overview

Talc is a hydrated magnesium silicate. Talc deposits are formed from the transformation of high magnesium rocks by siliceous hydrothermal fluids. Most of the talc originates from the alteration of dolomite or ultramafic intrusive rocks. It is always found in combination with other minerals. Carbonates and chlorite are the most common associated minerals. While each talc deposit has a distinguishing morphology and mineralogy, all types exhibit unique properties such as softness, water repellency, chemical inertness, platyness, and an affinity for organic substances. These properties make talc suitable as a multifunctional filler and process enabler in an array of applications from plastics to paper and ceramics to paint. Talc is used as an anti-sticking agent, anti-caking agent, lubricant, carrier, thickener, strengthening filler, smooth filler, and adsorbent.

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Middle East & Africa Talc Market: Strategic Insights

Middle East & Africa Talc Market
  • CAGR
    CAGR (2023 - 2031)
    2.9%
  • Market Size 2023
    US$ 121.23 Million
  • Market Size 2031
    US$ 152.08 Million

Market Dynamics

GROWTH DRIVERS
  • Expansion of Paper & Pulp Industry
  • Increasing Demand from Various End-Use Industries
FUTURE TRENDS
  • Use of Reinforced Plastics in Automotive Industry
OPPORTUNITIES
  • Application in Ceramics Industry

Key Players

  • Green Egypt
  • Avani Group of Industries
  • Omega Fine Products
  • Alphastone
  • Alex International for Mining and Refractories
  • Gulf Minerals
  • Imerys SA
  • SCR Sibelco NV
  • Golcha Minerals Pvt Ltd
  • IMI Fabi SpA

Regional Overview

Regional Overview
  • Middle East and Africa

Market Segmentation

Market SegmentDeposit Type
  • Talc Chlorite
  • Talc Carbonate
Market SegmentEnd-Use Industry
  • Plastics
  • Pulp and Paper
  • Ceramics
  • Paints and Coatings
  • Rubber
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Food
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Middle East & Africa Talc Market Drivers and Opportunities

Increasing Demand from Various End-Use Industries Bolsters Market Growth

Talc is used in industries such as paints & coatings, plastics, agriculture, and food. Its incorporation into paints reduces the use of primary pigment, which lowers manufacturing costs. Talc also reinforces paint films, and improves the durability and stain resistance of paint. Owing to its rust-inhibitive and corrosion-resistance properties, the finish lasts longer. Also, talc as an extender increases the viscosity of paint. The strong growth of the construction, automotive, and industrial sectors propels demand for paints and coatings, benefitting the Middle East & Africa talc market.

Application in Ceramics Industry to Create Growth Opportunities in Market in Future

Talc is a core additive for all types of ceramics as it helps improve the vitrification process. It also assists in reducing firing temperatures and shortening firing cycles. Since talc has a high-temperature resistance, it improves the thermal shock resistance of ceramics and reduces fractures. Further, the growing demand for smartphones, tablets, and other electronic items that are used on a daily basis is projected to propel the size of the global electronic ceramics market to ~US$ 16 billion by 2026. Ceramics possess good heat conductivity and chemical erosion resistance, which makes them a popular choice in the manufacturing of an integrated circuit or microchip "package." The Middle East, particularly the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, has become one of the world's most prosperous marketplaces for ceramic tiles. The GCC aggressively exports tiles to countries in Africa and the Middle East. Thus, the continuous progress of the ceramics industry offers lucrative opportunities for the growth of the Middle East & Africa talc market.

Middle East & Africa Talc Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the Middle East & Africa talc market analysis are the deposit type and end-use industry.

  • Based on deposit type, the Middle East & Africa talc market is segmented into talc chlorite and talc carbonate. The talc carbonate segment dominated the market in 2023.
  • By end-use industry, the market is segmented into plastics (automotive, construction, packaging, and others), pulp and paper, ceramics, paints and coatings, rubber, pharmaceuticals, food, and others. The paper and pulp segment dominated the market in 2023.

Middle East & Africa Talc Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2023 US$ 121.23 Million
Market Size by 2031 US$ 152.08 Million
Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) 2.9%
Historical Data 2021-2022
Forecast period 2024-2031
Segments Covered By Deposit Type
  • Talc Chlorite
  • Talc Carbonate
By End-Use Industry
  • Plastics
  • Pulp and Paper
  • Ceramics
  • Paints and Coatings
  • Rubber
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Food
Regions and Countries Covered Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • the UAE
  • Iran
  • Turkey
  • Algeria
  • Ghana
  • Kenya
  • Tunisia
  • Nigeria
  • Egypt
  • Morocco
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • Green Egypt
  • Avani Group of Industries
  • Omega Fine Products
  • Alphastone
  • Alex International for Mining and Refractories
  • Gulf Minerals
  • Imerys SA
  • SCR Sibelco NV
  • Golcha Minerals Pvt Ltd
  • IMI Fabi SpA
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Middle East & Africa Talc Market News and Recent Developments

The Middle East & Africa talc market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data from post-primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the Middle East & Africa talc market are listed below:

  • Imerys and Seitiss announced joining their forces to form a joint venture—Seitiss Imerys Minéraux Circulaires—to aid in government strategies to attain circular economies, which allows the utilization of waste minerals isolated from various industrial activities. Seitiss creates and operates innovative and high value-added circular value chains, using unique digital tools to locate untapped sources of waste and create value chains to turn them into circular products. Imerys brings its industrial and commercial expertise and know-how, as well as its international deployment capabilities. (Imerys, Company Website/News, December 2023)
  • Imerys has entered into exclusive negotiations with Syntagma Capital for the potential sale of most of its kaolin, ground calcium carbonate, precipitated calcium carbonate, and talc production assets, which primarily serve the paper industries for an enterprise value of €390 million, including an earn out depending on the future performance of the business. (Imerys, Company Website/News, September 2022)

Middle East & Africa Talc Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

The "Middle East & Africa Talc Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:

  • Middle East & Africa talc market size and forecast for all the key market segments covered under the scope
  • Middle East & Africa talc market trends, as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
  • Detailed Porter's Five Forces and SWOT analysis
  • Middle East & Africa talc market analysis covering key market trends, country framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
  • Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments in the Middle East & Africa talc market
  • Detailed company profiles
Report Coverage

Report Coverage

Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered

Segment Covered

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Regional Scope

Regional Scope

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

Country Scope

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Frequently Asked Questions


What are the factors driving the Middle East & Africa talc market?

The expansion of the paper & pulp industry and the increasing demand from various end-use industries drive the market growth.

Which end-use industry dominated the Middle East & Africa talc market in 2023?

The paper and pulp segment held the largest market share in 2023. Talc plays a crucial role in enhancing the quality and performance of paper products. It is widely used in the paper manufacturing process as a functional filler and coating agent.

Which are the leading players operating in the Middle East & Africa talc market?

A few of the key players in the Middle East & Africa talc market include Green Egypt, Avani Group of Industries, Omega Fine Products, Alphastone, Alex International for Mining and Refractories, Gulf Minerals, Imerys SA, SCR-Sibelco NV, Golcha Minerals Pvt Ltd, and IMI Fabi SpA.

What are the future trends in the Middle East & Africa talc market?

The use of reinforced plastics in the automotive industry is emerging as a significant future trend in the Middle East & Africa talc market.

What is the expected CAGR of the Middle East & Africa talc market?

The market is expected to register a CAGR of 2.9% during 2023–2031.

Which deposit type held a larger share of the Middle East & Africa talc market in 2023?

The talc carbonate segment held a larger market share in 2023. Talc carbonate ores mainly contain talc carbonate and chlorite traces. Carbonate is typically dolomite (magnesium and calcium carbonate) or magnesium carbonate (magnesite). This combination imparts specific properties to the talc, including a relatively higher purity, softness, and a smooth, greasy texture.

The List of Companies - Middle East & Africa Talc Market

  1. Green Egypt
  2. Avani Group of Industries
  3. Omega Fine Products
  4. Alphastone
  5. Alex International for Mining and Refractories
  6. Gulf Minerals
  7. Imerys SA
  8. SCR-Sibelco NV
  9. Golcha Minerals Pvt Ltd
  10. IMI Fabi SpA.

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