Ground calcium carbonate commonly referred to as GCC is finely ground limestone or marble, a calcium carbonate material having the chemical formula, CaCO3. GCC accounts for more than 80% of the Calcium carbonate market that is available in Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) and Precipitated Calcium Carbonate (PCC) forms.
GCC is produced by mechanical grinding of the raw material, limestone, and then classified to the desired size without involving any chemical change in the process. In a magnified view, the distribution of particle sizes in a GCC is much broader than for a PCC of the same size, implying that there are many more large particles and many more small particles than in a PCC. The size of the largest of the particles (the ""top size"") is much greater for a GCC than for a PCC, thus making GCC a less refined version of Calcium carbonate.
GCC is widely used as an industrial mineral is differentiated by three primary attributes - particle size, color and chemical purity. The mineral finds application in various industries based on its quality and suitability of use.
Growing Usage of Calcium Carbonate as Industrial Filler:
Industrial filler has been the top and continuously growing application for calcium carbonate. Finely ground calcium carbonate is used as a filler in plastics, paints, and paper to improve aesthetics, and functionality and to save on filling costs. Calcium carbonate consumption as the filler has the potential to exceed calcium carbonate used as a dimension stone, in a few key markets.
The most abundant sources of carbonate mineral fillers are the reserves of white marble. The most important attributes of carbonate fillers that decide their usefulness in industrial applications are particle size, brightness (whiteness), and chemical purity. Fillers were earlier used to substitute costlier materials in paint or polymers in rubbers or plastics. Currently, they are being used to add stiffness, color, opacity, or other required qualities to a product. Innovative technologies allowing the usage of GCC in new applications without altering the originality and functionality are aiding further penetration of GCC.
Increase in Demand from the Construction and Infrastructure Sector:
Robust development in construction and infrastructure activities across the world is generating demand for paints, coatings, adhesives, ceramics and various other polymers and concretes. These end-users are further deriving demand for ground calcium carbonate materials. Increasing Population, growing urbanization and fast-developing economies, especially in Asia and the Middle East, have led to growth in the need for infrastructure. Huge developments in infra projects and high-rise apartments necessitate lightweight and cost-effective options. Ground Calcium Carbonate is evolving robustly to match those requirements precisely.
Environmental hazards of limestone mining:
Limestone mining can disturb groundwater conditions. Limestone deposits frequently arise in association with karst, a landscape where limestone gradually dissolves underground. The deposits result in caves, sinkholes, and areas of rock ruptures that create underground drainage areas. Mining in karst can disturb natural aquifers and alter the flow of the underground water. Excavating operations often remove ground water to expose the mining site; this can decrease the level of the water table and alter water flows through rock formations. Streams and rivers can be changed when mines pump excess water from a limestone quarry into natural downstream channels. This increases the danger of flooding and any pollutants or alterations in water quality disturb the surface water.
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Report Scope |
Details |
Market Value- $ Million,2024 |
22,357 |
Market Growth (Value), (2024-2031)- % |
5.83 |
Leading Region |
Xx |
Base Year |
2023 |
Forecast Period |
2024 to 2031 |
Segments Covered |
By Form, By End Use |
Geography Covered |
North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South and Central America, and Middle East & Africa |
Market Segmentation
Ground Calcium Carbonate Market, By End Use
Ground Calcium Carbonate Market, By Form
Ground Calcium Carbonate Market, By Geography
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1. LIST of TABLES
1.2. LIST of FIGURES
2. GLOBAL GROUND CALCIUM CARBONATE MARKET REVIEW, 2023
2.1. Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Industry Overview
2.2. Research Methodology
2.2.1. Market Scope and Definition
2.2.2. Study Assumptions
3. GROUND CALCIUM CARBONATE MARKET INSIGHTS
3.1. Dominant End Use of Ground Calcium Carbonate Market to 2031
3.2. Key Forms of Ground Calcium Carbonate Market to 2031
3.3. High Prospect Geography for Ground Calcium Carbonate Market to 2031
4. GROUND CALCIUM CARBONATE MARKET TRENDS, DRIVERS, AND RESTRAINTS
4.1. Latest Trends and Recent Developments in Ground Calcium Carbonate Market
4.1.1. Growing Usage of Calcium Carbonate as Industrial Filler
4.1.2. Widening Applications
4.1.3. Increase in Demand for Tissue Paper
4.1.4. Substitution of Kaolin with Calcium Carbonate in Paper Industry
4.1.5. Limited Global Trade of Ground Calcium Carbonate
4.2. Key Factors Driving the Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Growth
4.2.1. Increase in Demand from Construction and Infrastructure Sector
4.2.2. Rise in the Use of Alkaline Based Process Technology
4.2.3. Less Complex Manufacturing Process
4.2.4. A Growing Market for Nano-Calcium Carbonate in Plastics and Rubber Sectors
4.3. Major Challenges to the Ground Calcium Carbonate Market industry, 2023-2031
4.3.1. Environmental hazards of limestone mining
4.3.2. Declining demand for Printing and Writing Paper
4.3.3. Diminishing limestone reserves and stringent regulations
4.3.4. Functional Advantages of PCC
4.3.5. Lack of adhesion property in calcium carbonate
4.4. Five Forces Analysis for Global Ground Calcium Carbonate Market
5. GLOBAL GROUND CALCIUM CARBONATE MARKET DATA - INDUSTRY SIZE, SHARE, AND OUTLOOK
5.1. Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Annual Sales Outlook, 2023-2031 ($Million)
5.2. Global Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Annual Sales Outlook by End-Use, 2023-2031 ($Million)
5.2.1. GCC Market in Paper Industry, Outlook, 2023-2031
5.2.2. GCC Market in Plastics Industry, Outlook, 2023-2031
5.2.3. GCC Market in Paints and Coatings Industry, Outlook, 2023-2031
5.2.4. GCC Market in Adhesives and sealants Industry, Outlook, 2023-2031
5.2.5. GCC Market in Other Industries, Outlook, 2023-2031
5.3. Global Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Annual Sales Outlook by Form, 2023-2031 ($Million)
5.3.1. GCC in Powder Market Outlook, 2023-2031
5.3.2. GCC in Granular Form Market Outlook, 2023-2031
5.3.3. GCC in Other Forms Market Outlook, 2023-2031
5.4. Global Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Annual Sales Outlook by Geography, 2023-2031 ($Million)
6. ASIA PACIFIC GROUND CALCIUM CARBONATE MARKET INDUSTRY STATISTICS - MARKET SIZE, SHARE, COMPETITION AND OUTLOOK
6.1. Asia Pacific Market Insights, 2023
6.2. Asia Pacific Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by End-Use, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
6.3. Asia Pacific Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Form, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
6.4. Asia Pacific Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Country, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
6.4.1. China
6.4.2. Japan
6.4.3. India
6.4.4. Rest of Asia Pacific
7. EUROPE OUTLOOK AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
7.1. Europe Market Insights, 2023
7.2. Europe Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by End-Use, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
7.3. Europe Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Form, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
7.4. Europe Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Country, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
7.4.1. Germany
7.4.2. United Kingdom
7.4.3. France
7.4.4. Italy
7.4.5. Spain
7.4.6. Rest of Europe
8. NORTH AMERICA OUTLOOK AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
8.1. North America Market Insights, 2023
8.2. North America Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by End-Use, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
8.3. North America Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Form, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
8.4. North America Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Country, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
8.4.1. United States
8.4.2. Canada
8.4.3. Mexico
9. SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA OUTLOOK AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
9.1. South and Central America Market Insights, 2023
9.2. South and Central America Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by End-Use, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
9.3. South and Central America Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Form, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
9.4. South and Central America Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Country, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
9.4.1. Brazil
9.4.2. Argentina
9.4.3. Rest of South and Central America
10. MIDDLE EAST AFRICA OUTLOOK AND GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
10.1. Middle East Africa Market Insights, 2023
10.2. Middle East Africa Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by End-Use, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
10.3. Middle East Africa Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Form, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
10.4. Middle East Africa Ground Calcium Carbonate Market Revenue Forecast by Country, 2023-2031 (USD Million)
10.4.1. Middle East
10.4.2. Africa
11. GROUND CALCIUM CARBONATE MARKET STRUCTURE AND COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
11.1. IMERYS
11.2. MINERALS TECHNOLOGIES INC.
11.3. J.M. HUBER CORPORATION
11.4. MISSISSIPPI LIME COMPANY
11.5. OMYA
12. APPENDIX
12.1. About Us
12.2. Sources
12.3. Research Methodology
12.4. Research Process
12.5. Research Execution
12.6. Contact Information
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The Global Ground Calcium Carbonate Market is estimated to generate USD 22,357.0 million in revenue in 2024
The Global Ground Calcium Carbonate Market is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.83% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2031.
By 2031, the Ground Calcium Carbonate Market is estimated to account for USD 33,241.1 million
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