South America Metakaolin Market Growth and Recent Trends by 2027

Historic Data: 2016-2017   |   Base Year: 2018   |   Forecast Period: 2019-2027

South America Metakaolin Market to 2027 - Regional Analysis and Forecasts by Application (Ceramics, Refractories, Mortars, Geopolymers, Concrete Admixtures, and Others)

  • Report Date : Apr 2019
  • Report Code : TIPRE00003906
  • Category : Chemicals and Materials
  • Status : Published
  • Available Report Formats : pdf-format excel-format
  • No. of Pages : 108

The South America Metakaolin market valued at US$ 6,875.3 thousand in 2018 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period 2019 - 2027, to generate US$ 10,203.3 thousand by 2027.



There is an increasing demand for housing and infrastructure with the rapid growth in population and global economy. As the demand for infrastructure rises the demand for construction materials such as cement, concrete admixtures, and ceramic tiles also increases. The construction industry widely accepts metakaolin as a substitute to concrete mixes for technical, economic and environmental reasons. The demand for South America metakaolin market is expected to be driven by increased infrastructure growth and high investments in the construction sector. The key factors that drive the metakaolin market in South America include the recovery of the construction sector, a surge in public-private partnerships, and rapid urbanization in developed and developing countries.

South America Metakaolin Market, by Country, 2018

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Market Insights


Rising environment concern and increasing demand for green buildings is driving the growth of metakaolin in South America
In South America, building and construction consume 21% of treated water and 42% of electricity, while producing 25% of CO2 emissions and 65% of waste. By transitioning to green buildings, the construction sector could reduce energy consumption by 50% and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 39%. Sustainable construction materials are in high demand for new construction projects. The local market is open to new and high-tech products, although it is a small and very competitive marketplace. Moreover, rising concerns related to climate change, the policymakers and companies continue to improve efficiency in the real estate sector, using market mechanisms a building code. Thus, owing to the above-mentioned factors, the metakaolin market material has ample opportunity in South America.

Application Insights


The South America metakaolin market by application was led by concrete admixtures segment. The concrete admixture is the most widely used and versatile building materials which are generally used to resist compressive force. The addition of some pozzolanic materials can improve the several properties of concrete such as workability, durability, permeability and strength resistance to cracks. Metakaolin as pozzolanic materials is widely used in the concrete admixture as it is highly efficient and react with the excess calcium hydroxide resulting from ordinary Portland cement hydration by a pozzolanic reaction, to produce calcium aluminosilicate hydrates and calcium silicate hydrate.

South America Market by Application 2018 & 2027

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South America Metakaolin Market: Strategic Insights

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South American continent comprises of several developing economies such as Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Colombia among others. These countries are witnessing an upsurge in the middle-class population as well as growth in urbanization. The metakaolin market in South America is witnessing growth owing to the increased infrastructure growth and high investments in the construction sector. The green building phenomenon is a new concept adopted in South America. Countries like Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Chile and, Peru in South America have initiated measures such as relevant tax cuts for sustainable construction for promoting the construction of green buildings. Changes in the policy are done to promote energy efficiency in all the major countries. Thus, bio-based and environmentally friendly products have started penetrating the construction sector. Therefore, the development and wide acceptance of eco-friendly renewable products have increased the demand for metakaolin in the construction industry.

South America Metakaolin Market - By Application

  • Ceramic
  • Refractories
  • Mortars
  • Geopolymers
  • Concrete Admixtures
  • Others

South America Metakaolin Market - By Country

  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of SAM

Company Profiles

  1. Arcillas Refractarias SA
  2. BASF SE
  3. Burgess Pigment Company
  4. Dennert Poraver GmbH
  5. Metacaulim do Brasil
  6. W. R. Grace & Co.
  7. Imerys SA
  8. I-Minerals Inc
Report Scope

South America Metakaolin Market Regional Insights

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

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South America Metakaolin Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2018 US$ 6,875.3 thousand
Market Size by 2027 US$ 10,203.3 thousand
Global CAGR (2019 - 2027) 4.5%
Historical Data 2016-2017
Forecast period 2019-2027
Segments Covered By Application
  • Ceramics
  • Refractories
  • Mortars
  • Geopolymers
  • Concrete Admixtures
Regions and Countries Covered South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • Arcillas Refractarias SA
  • BASF SE
  • Burgess Pigment Company
  • Dennert Poraver GmbH
  • Metacaulim do Brasil
  • W. R. Grace & Co.
  • Imerys SA
  • I-Minerals Inc

  • South America Metakaolin Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

    The South America 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.

    Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.

    Major Companies operating in the South America Metakaolin Market are:

    1. Arcillas Refractarias SA
    2. BASF SE
    3. Burgess Pigment Company
    4. Dennert Poraver GmbH
    5. Metacaulim do Brasil

    Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.


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    Habi is a seasoned Market Research Analyst with 8 years of experience specializing in the Chemicals and Materials sector, with additional expertise in the Food & Beverages and Consumer Goods industries. He is a Chemical Engineer from Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT) and has developed deep domain knowledge across industrial and specialty chemicals, paints and coatings, paper and packaging, lubricants, and consumer products. Habi’s core competencies include market sizing and forecasting, competitive benchmarking, trend analysis, client engagement, report writing, and team coordination—making him adept at delivering actionable insights and supporting strategic decision-making.

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    1. Arcillas Refractarias SA2. BASF SE 3. Burgess Pigment Company4. Dennert Poraver GmbH5. Metacaulim do Brasil6. W. R. Grace & Co.7. Imerys SA 8. I-Minerals Inc
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