A desiccant is a hygroscopic substance that absorbs moisture from the environment and protects products from moisture damage. The desiccants are generally used to keep items dry and stable. The main types of desiccants are silica gel, zeolite, activated alumina, activated charcoal, calcium chloride, clay, and other types. Silica gel is defined as a non-crystalline and highly porous form of silica that is used for removing moisture from liquids and gases. It is used as a drying agent that protects certain commercial and food products. The major processes of desiccants include physical adsorption and chemical absorption. The various applications of desiccants include electronics, food, pharmaceuticals, packing, air and gas drying, and other applications. The desiccants market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides desiccants market statistics, including desiccants industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a desiccants market share, detailed desiccants market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the desiccants industry. This desiccant market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global desiccants market size will grow from $0.15 billion in 2022 to $0.16 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The desiccants market is expected to grow from $0.2 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.4%. Increasing demand for desiccants in the packaging industry combined with that in consumer products drives the growth of the desiccant market. Desiccant packets are tiny sachets that contain bentonite clay, silica gel, molecular sieve, or other absorbent products to protect goods from humidity, moisture, odors, and other damaging elements. High humidity and moisture in the air lead to product damage in consumer goods, medical devices, and pharmaceutical products. High-cost investment for setting up machinery is restraining the growth of the desiccant market. An increase in machinery setup costs increases the production cost of the desiccants. This may increase the end-user price. Hence, restricting the growth of the market. There is rising demand for desiccants in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food, and beverages to control humidity in manufacturing and processing products. The rise in carbon percent and increased atmospheric temperature cause damage to products due to the high moisture content in the atmosphere. Various methods of dehumidification are used by these industries to avoid moisture content in their close vicinity. For example, desiccant wheels are the most effective and economical method used to control humidity levels for these industries. Desiccants are compounds or agents used to facilitate a low humidity environment by absorbing moisture content from the air during the storage or maintenance of materials and products. Desiccants are used in the pharmaceutical process chain. The correct selection and use of a desiccant can prevent chemical reactions and ensure the integrity and performance of finished products. For example, Pradaxa (dabigatran etexilate mesylate) is packaged in a bottle containing a 30-day supply with a desiccant (drying agent) in the cap to help keep moisture away from the capsules. In October 2022, Ingersoll Rand Inc., an American pumps and pumping equipment company agreed to acquire Air Treatment business of SPX Flow for $525 million. The acquisition expands the product offerings of Ingersoll Rand and enables future growth. Air Treatment business of SPX Flow provides desiccant and refrigerated dryers, filtration systems and purifiers. SPX Flow is a US-based provider of engineered flow components, process equipment, and turn-key systems. Major players in the desiccants market are Porocel, Dow Chemical, INEOS, Fuji Silysia Chemical, Hengye Molecular Sieve, Qingdao Makll, Zeotec Adsorbents Private Limited, and Desicca Chemicals. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the desiccants market in 2022. North America was the second-largest region in the global desiccants market. The regions covered in the global desiccants market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the desiccants market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, the UK, and the USA. The desiccant market consists of the sales of indicating silica gel, molecular sieves, calcium oxide and calcium sulfate, montmorillonite clay, and nitrogen desiccants. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global desiccants market is segmented - 1) By Type: Silica Gel, Zeolite, Activated Alumina, Activated Charcoal, Calcium Chloride, Clay, Other Types 2) By Process: Physical Absorption, Chemical Absorption 3) By Application: Electronics, Food, Pharmaceutical, Packing, Air & Gas Drying, Other Applications

Clay products and refractories refer to types of materials that are heated and then formed into bricks or other shapes for use in industrial applications. Equipment and tools used in clay product manufacturing include crushers, grinders, wire cutters, high-pressure cylinders, rollers, dryers, and burners. The main types of clay products and refractories are pottery, ceramics, plumbing fixtures, clay building material, and refractories. Pottery refers to the process of making vessels out of clay and other ceramic materials. The process of clay products and refractories includes grinding, cutting, mixing, shaping, and honing. The materials used include quartz, chamotte, sand, sawdust, slag, and pulverized coal. These are used in construction, automobiles, steel making, cosmetics, the food industry, and other end users. The clay products and refractories market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides clay products and refractories market statistics, including clay products and refractories industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with clay products and refractories market share, detailed clay products and refractories market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the clay products and refractories industry. This clay products and refractories market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global clay products and refractories market grew from $146.68 billion in 2022 to $158.08 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The clay products and refractories market is expected to grow to $207.81 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.1%. The growth of the clay product and refractory manufacturing market is aided by stable economic growth forecasted in many developed and developing countries. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that the global GDP is 3.3% in 2020 and 3.4% in 2021. Developed economies are also expected to register stable growth during the forecast period. Additionally, emerging markets are expected to continue to grow slightly faster than the developed markets in the forecast period. Stable economic growth is expected to increase investments in end-user markets, thereby driving the clay product and refractory manufacturing market during the forecast period. Major economies globally had positive growth, due to which the interest rates are expected to gradually increase. This will decrease the flow of cheap money that has been available for investment, making it difficult for companies to raise funds. For instance, in August 2021, According to the data by business-standard RBI will hike the interest rates in the first half of 2022. China’s Central Bank also raised the interest rates to limit the flow of capital out of the country. These factors are expected to hurt the clay product and refractory manufacturing market. Many clay product and refractory manufacturing companies are using robotics and automation to improve plant efficiency and productivity. Sensors are being used in various machines to access invaluable data for improving efficiencies and reducing potential breakdowns. For instance, according to a report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), 1.2 million industrial robots are expected to be deployed by 2025, thus indicating a rise in automation and robotics technology adoption to improve productivity and reduce production costs. Major companies in the clay products and refractories market include LIXIL Group, Internacional De Cerámica, S.A.B. De C.V, Kyocera Corporation, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., Mohawk Industries, Inc., RHI Magnesita N.V, The Siam Cement Group Public Company Limited, Imerys S.A, Vesuvius plc, and Corning Incorporated. The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the clay products and refractories market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the clay products and refractories market. The regions covered in the clay products and refractories report include Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries in the clay products and refractories market include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The clay products and refractories market consists of sales of building brick, paving brick, terra-cotta facing tile, roofing tile, and drainage pipe. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global clay products and refractories market is segmented - 1) By Type: Pottery, Ceramics, and Plumbing Fixtures, Clay Building Material and Refractories 2) By Process: Grinding, Cutting, Mixing, Shaping, Honing 3) By Material: Quartz, Chamatte, Sand, Sawdust, Slag, Pulverized Coal 4) By End User Vertical: Construction, Automobiles, Steel Making, Cosmetics, Food Industry, Other End Use Verticals

Mineral refers to an organic substance that is naturally occurring and has a specific chemical composition, crystal structure, and physical qualities with properties such as tenacity, cleavage, fracture, specific gravity, lustre, color, and hardness that are found in the Earth's crust and widely used in various areas such as heating for homes and offices, electricity, transportation fuel, and the production of plastics. The main types of minerals are cement and concrete products, glass and glass products, other non-metallic mineral products, clay products and refractories, and lime and gypsum products. Cement and concrete products refer to the products that are used in building houses. The various applications involved chemicals manufacturing, metallurgy, electrical grid infrastructure, electronics, glass products, vehicles, and other applications. These are used in construction, manufacturing, and other end-users. The mineral market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides mineral market statistics, including mineral industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a mineral market share, detailed mineral market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the mineral industry. This mineral market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global mineral market grew from $968.07 billion in 2022 to $1044.55 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The mineral market is expected to grow to $1378.46 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.2%. The imposition of high taxes on cement and concrete products limited the growth of the mineral products market. Mineral products such as cement, made from a different combination of minerals, are generally sold in high volumes at low prices, but heavy taxes imposed on cement and concrete products restrained the market’s growth. In July 2021, according to Cleartax, Cement will attract 28% GST resulting in increased costs for the infrastructure sector, The tax of limestone is at 5%. India's cement industry is the second-largest producer of cement after China. High taxes on cement negatively affected the mineral products market. The outbreak of COVID-19 disease (COVID-19) has acted as a massive restraint on the mineral products market in 2020 as supply chains were disrupted due to trade restrictions and consumption declined due to lockdowns imposed by governments globally. COVID-19 is an infectious disease with flu-like symptoms including fever, cough, and difficulty in breathing. The virus was first identified in 2019 in Wuhan, the Hubei province of the People’s Republic of China and spread globally including Western Europe, North America and Asia. Manufacturers depend heavily on the supply of raw materials from domestic and international suppliers. As many governments restricted the movement of goods across countries and locally, manufacturers had to halt production due to a lack of raw materials. The outbreak has hurt businesses throughout 2020 and into 2021. However, it is expected that the mineral products market will recover from the shock across the forecast period as it is a 'black swan' event and not related to ongoing or fundamental weaknesses in the market or the global economy. Advanced ceramics are cost-effective and are considered to be better alternatives to metals, plastics and glass because of their ability to offer better performance. Advanced Ceramics are identified by their high chemical purity and careful processing. It is used as thermal barrier coating in the hot part of engines, ceramic composite, thermal protection systems, engine components and even in sensors and antennas. For instance, advanced ceramics reached$10.41 Billion in 2021, at a compound annual growth rate of 6.5%, thus indicating an increase in the usage of advanced ceramics. GE Aviation’s $4.3 billion five-year investments, in US operations, were used for producing a new generation of jet engines, aircraft systems and engine components advanced ceramics. Major companies in the mineral market include China National Building Material Group Co. Ltd., Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., LafargeHolcim Ltd., HeidelbergCement AG, Anhui Conch Cement Company Limited, CRH plc, Votorantim S.A, Cemex SAB de CV, Guardian Industries LLC, and Asahi Glass Co. Ltd. The Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the mineral market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the mineral market. The regions covered in the mineral report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the mineral market include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, Vietnam. The mineral market consists of sales of metallic minerals and non-metallic minerals. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global mineral market is segmented - 1) By Type: Cement and Concrete Products, Glass and Glass Products, Other Non-Metallic Mineral Products, Clay Products and Refractories, Lime and Gypsum Products 2) By Application: Chemicals Manufacturing, Metallurgy, Electrical Grid Infrastructure, Electronics, Glass Products, Vehicles, Other Applications 3) By End User: Construction, Manufacturing, Other End Users Subsegments Covered: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Concrete Pipe, Brick, and Block, Other Concrete Products, Flat Glass, Container Glass, Glassware and Other Glass Products Pottery, Ceramics, and Plumbing Fixtures, Clay Building Material and Refractories, Lime Products, Gypsum Products

Soil conditioners refer to soil additives that strengthen the soil's structure. It helps improve the soil condition by boosting aeration, water holding capacity, oxygen penetration, nutrient absorption in the soil, and maintaining the pH level. Soil conditioners unlocks nutrients that have been trapped up in soil surface and clay soils. Organic or inorganic materials, as well as mixtures of synthetic and natural materials, can be used as soil conditioners. Organic soil conditioners contain various components, such as animal waste, compost leftover from cover crops, waste sludge, and others., whereas inorganic soil conditioners include pulverized limestone, slate, gypsum, glauconite, and others. The main types of soil conditioners are gypsum, surfactants, super absorbent polymers, and others (polysaccharide derivatives, bone meal, blood meal, sphagnum moss, and plant extracts). The gypsum soil conditioners refer to the soil conditioners made up of a soft sulfate mineral composed of calcium sulfate dihydrate. Gypsum works on various soil types with a wide range of pH levels to prevent and treat sodicity, enhance water penetration, faster seed emergence, and increase the stability of soil organic matter. The dry and liquid soil conditioners are used on sand, silt, clay, and loam soil types. The various crops that it supports include cereals and grains, oilseeds and pulses, fruits and vegetables, and others. The soil conditioners market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides Soil conditioners market statistics, including soil conditioners industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with an soil conditioners market share, detailed soil conditioners market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the soil conditioners industry. This soil conditioners market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global soil conditioners market size grew from $5.6 billion in 2022 to $5.93 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.9%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services, and affecting many markets across the globe. The soil conditioners market size is expected to grow to $8.21 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 8.5%. A decrease in the availability of arable land due to industrialization is driving the growth of the soil conditioners market. Arable land refers to the land that is suitable for the cultivation of crops. Land degradation, increasing population, industrialization, urbanization, and others consume the land available for growing crops. Crops cannot be grown on land, which is not fertile, hence soil conditioners are used to improve the soil condition by boosting aeration, water holding capacity, oxygen penetration, nutrient absorption in the soil, and maintaining the pH level. For instance, in 2020, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United States, land degradation affects more than half of all agricultural land every year, and unsustainable land management practices cost the world an estimated $1 trillion in lost soil services. As a result, existing arable land is under pressure to produce more food by applying soil treatment. Therefore, decrease in the availability of arable land due to industrialization is expected to propel the growth of the soil conditioners market. The strategic partnership is a key trend gaining popularity in the soil conditioner market. Companies operating in the soil conditioners market are partnering with relevant companies to leverage each other's resources and expand into new markets. In May 2022, UPL's Natural Plant Protection (NPP) business unit, an India-based provider of sustainable agriculture solutions, entered into a partnership with Kimitec’s MAAVi Innovation Center (MAAVi IC). The partnership aims to create and distribute cutting-edge BioSolutions products to support optimum plant growth, increased crop yields, and higher crop quality in the USA. Kimitec’s MAAVi Innovation Center (MAAVi IC) is a Spain-based biotechnology firm committed to commercializing biopesticides, biostimulants, prebiotics, and probiotics for agricultural use. In June 2021, Nutrien Ag Solutions, a Canada-based fertilizers company, acquired Boyer Fertilizer and Pacific Coast Ag for an undisclosed amount. The acquisitions aim at benefiting Boyer and PCA, which also gives owners the chance to remain involved in the merged company in a novel and exciting way. Boyer Fertilizer is a US-based processor, blender, and distributor of branded, specialty, and private label commercial fertilizers. Pacific Coast Ag is a Canada-based company that organizes the application of pre-plant soil supplements, their specific blending, and logistics for vegetable and berry row crops. Major players in the soil conditioners market are BASF, Omnia Specialities Australia, Novozymes, Solvay, UPL, Clariant, Evonik Industries, Eastman Chemical, Aquatrols, ADEKA Corporation, Rallis India Limited, Humintech GmbH, GreenBest Ltd., Grow More, Inc., Geoponics Corp., FoxFarm Soil & Fertilizer Co. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the soil conditioner market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the soil conditioner market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the soil conditioner market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and USA. The soil conditioners market consists of sales of organic and inorganic soil conditioners. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global soil conditioners market is segmented - 1) By Type: Gypsum, Surfactants, Super absorbent polymers, Other Types 2) By Formulation: Dry, Liquid 3) By Soil Type: Sand, Silt, Clay, Loam 4) By Crop Type: Cereals and Grains, Oilseeds and Pulses, Fruits and Vegetables, Other Crop Types

Green coatings refer to coatings that are beneficial to the environment and produce essentially no volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and are derived from natural sources such as vegetable oil, soybean, castor oil, milk, and clay to reduce chemical content in paints. The green coatings are used to protect the surfaces of the roof and siding from UV deterioration and normal weathering and improve the efficiency of equipment employed in various industries, such as construction, automotive, oil and gas, mining, aviation, aerospace, and marine. The main types of green coatings are waterborne coatings, powder coatings, high-solids coatings, and radiation cure coatings. Waterborne coatings refer to paint based on water as a solvent to emulsify pigments and binders. Waterborne coatings used to develop eco-friendly paint and reduce pollution. The green coatings are sourced from vegetable oil, soy bean, castor oil, clay, and other sources and used by industrial, architectural, automotive, packaging, and other end-use industries. The green coatings market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides green coatings market statistics, including green coatings industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a green coatings market share, detailed green coatings market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the green coatings industry. This green coatings market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global green coatings market size is expected to grow from $87.42 billion in 2022 to $95.34 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.05%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The green coatings market size is expected to reach $129.59 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.98%. Significant growth in the construction industry is expected to propel the green coating market. The construction industry refers to the commercial sector of manufacturing and trade that deals with creating, maintaining, and repairing infrastructures. The construction industry is growing with the demand for green buildings that require bio-based paints and coatings to protect the environment and reduce pollution. For instance, according to data published by the United States Census Bureau, a US-based Federal Statistical agency, the total spending on industrial construction in the US was $1,762.3 billion in June 2022. According to PolicyAdvice, a United Kingdom-based company that provides insurance information, the total average annual spending on industrial construction in the US is $1.23 billion. Therefore, significant growth in the construction industry is anticipated to fuel the market in the upcoming years. Innovations in bio-based materials are the key trend gaining popularity in the green coating market. Major players are concentrating on creating innovative bio-based materials to reduce environmental pollution. For instance, in February 2020, Cortec Corporation, a US-based corrosion control technology company specialising in developing and manufacturing innovative environmentally friendly coatings, launched EcoAir® Biobased Outdoor Coating based on Nano VpCI® corrosion inhibitor. This biobased coating is a suitable replacement for petroleum-based coatings to reduce environmental pollution and is designed for marine and high-humidity operations to reduce health concerns and protect metal surfaces from corrosion. In April 2022, The Sherwin-Williams Company, a US-based manufacturer of paints, coatings, floor coverings, and related products, acquired the industrial coatings business of Sika AG for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition will support Sherwin-Williams Company's growth and profitability goals by providing additional manufacturing and service capabilities. Sika AG is a Swiss multinational chemicals company that manufactures bio-based coatings. Major players in the green coatings market are Akzo Nobel NV, Axalta Coating Systems Ltd., BASF SE, PPG Industries Inc., The Sherwin Williams Company, Asian Paints Limited, Jotun AS, Nippon Paint Holdings Co. Ltd., Berger Paints Ltd., Kansai Paint Co. Ltd., RPM International Inc., Covestro AG, Masco Corporation, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Arkema SA, Lifetime Green Coatings LLC, and Global Encasement Inc. Europe was the largest region in the green coatings market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the green coatings market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the green coatings market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and the USA. The green coating market consists of sales of UV cured coatings. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global green coatings market is segmented - 1) By Type: Waterborne Coatings, Powder Coatings, High-Solids Coatings, Radiation Cure Coatings 2) By Source: Vegetable Oil, Soy Bean, Castor Oil, Clay, Other Sources 3) By End-Use Industry: Industrial, Architectural, Automotive, Packaging, Other End-Use Industries

Paper pigments are referred to as powder substances that are used in the manufacturing of paper to offer certain qualities, such as color or a finish, to the final product. These can be natural or synthetic and are used in ways such as coatings or adding to the paper pulp during production. The paper pigments are used to enhance opacity and brightness and impart specific other properties to the paper, such as smoothness and printability. The main types of paper pigments include calcium carbonate, kaolin, titanium dioxide, clay and other types. Calcium carbonate is used in alkaline papermaking to be added as a filler in alkaline papers or used as a coating pigment in paper pulp. The different applications of paper pigments include coated paper and uncoated paper for industry verticals including print media, stationary, packaging, personal care and other industry verticals. The paper pigments market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides paper pigments market statistics, including paper pigments industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a paper pigments market share, detailed paper pigments market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the paper pigments industry. This paper pigments market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global paper pigments market size is expected to grow from $15.85 billion in 2022 to $16.72 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.50%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The paper pigments market size is expected to grow to $20.73 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.52%. The high demand for paper in emerging countries is driving the demand for the paper pigments market. Emerging countries are the countries whose economies are transitioning into developed economies, and their examples include countries such as India, Brazil, and so on. Paper pigments are used in the manufacturing process of paper for coating as well as for other purposes, and an increase in the demand for paper will in turn drive the demand for paper pigments. For instance, according to the Indian Paper Manufacture Association (IPMA), an independent body of paper manufacturers in India, paper consumption in India is likely to witness 6% to 7% annual growth and will reach 30 million tons by the financial year 2026-27. Therefore, the high demand for paper in emerging countries will drive the growth of the paper pigment market. Product innovation is a key trend in the paper pigment market. Major players operating in the market are introducing innovative sustainable features with high performance in pigment stabilization. For instance, in October 2021, Sun Chemical, a US-based producer of printing inks and coatings, launched Xennia Pearl pigment inks. Xennia Pearl pigment inks are sustainable, as they reduce water use and chemical waste. This pigment has exceptional print performance, high fastness, multi-substrate compatibility, and consistent color. In January 2022, the Heubach Group, a Germany-based pigment manufacturer, acquired the global colorants business of Clariant for an undisclosed amount. Through this deal, Heubach will acquire improved technology, talents, and assets and will be able to offer its customers the highest standards in manufacturing, quality, and service. Clariant is a Switzerland-based specialty ingredients company that also manufactures pigments. Major players in the paper pigments market are Imerys SA, JM Huber Corporation, BASF SE, Kemira Oyj, The Chemours Company, Omya AG, Thiele Kaolin Company, Ashapura Minechem Ltd., KaMin LLC/CADAM, Minerals Technologies Inc., Mississippi Lime, Caltron Clays & Chemicals Pvt Ltd., Zillion Sawa Minerals Pvt Ltd., Shijiazhuang Huabang Mineral Products Co Ltd., Sibelco, and Quarzwerke GmbH. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the paper pigments market in 2022 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the paper pigments market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the paper pigments market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and the USA. The paper pigments market consists of sales of inorganic pigments and organic pigments. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global paper pigments market is segmented - 1) By Type: Calcium Carbonate, Kaolin, Titanium Dioxide, Clay, Other Types 2) By Application: Coated Paper, Uncoated Paper 3) By Industry Vertical: Print Media, Stationary, Packaging, Personal Care, Other Industry Verticals

The specialty pulp and paper chemicals are chemicals used for the production of chemical pulp and to enhance the quality and performance of paper. They are used as raw materials in the paper production process. The main product types of specialty pulp and paper chemicals are basic chemicals, functional chemicals, bleaching chemicals, and process chemicals. The basic chemicals refer to important and necessary chemicals used for broad production and have a high benefit to economic development and improve the qualities of specialty paper and pulp. These are applied in packaging, labeling printing, and other applications and are sold through various sales channels such as direct or institutional sales and indirect sales. The specialty paper and pulp chemicals market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides specialty paper and pulp chemicals market statistics, including specialty paper and pulp chemicals industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a specialty paper and pulp chemicals market share, detailed specialty paper and pulp chemicals market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the specialty paper and pulp chemicals industry. This specialty paper and pulp chemicals market research report deliver a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global specialty pulp & paper chemicals market size grew from $20.9 billion in 2022 to $22.4 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services, and affecting many markets across the globe. The specialty pulp & paper chemicals market size is expected to grow to $28.98 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 6.7%. The rise in consumption of recycled paper is expected to propel the growth of the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market going forward. Recycled paper refers to a paper that is reconstituted into paper again. Specialty pulp and paper chemicals help paper production by giving a white appearance to paper and removing lignin. For instance, according to American Forest and Paper Association, a US-based go-to source on issues and up-to-date information about the industry, recovered paper consumption at U.S. paper and paperboard mills increased by 3.9% in 2021. Therefore, the rise in consumption of recycled paper is driving the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market. Investments in the paper industry are a key trend gaining popularity in the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market. Major companies are investing in specialty pulp and paper chemicals companies to strengthen their position in the market. For instance, in March 2021, Nine Dragons Paper Holdings Ltd., a China-based paper manufacturing company operating in the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market invested RM 5.4 billion ($1.2 billion) in Malaysia to buy and expand two pulp and paper mills in Pahang and Selangor. In July 2020, Solenis LLC, a US-based manufacturer of specialty chemicals, acquired the paper business of ChemSystems. The acquisition will allow Solenis to implement its direct-to-market strategy by integrating ChemSystems’ paper business, including the pulp, paper, and tissue manufacturing sectors in Sub-Saharan Africa. ChemSystems is a South Africa-based manufacturer and distributor of specialty chemicals. Major players in the specialty pulp & paper chemicals market are AkzoNobel N.V., Ashland Global Holdings Inc., BASF SE, Buckman Laboratories International Inc., Evonik Industries AG, Kemira OYJ, Ecolab Inc. (Nalco Holding Company), Nalco Holding Company, SNF Group, The DOW Chemical Company, Solvay SA, First Source Worldwide LLC, GFS Chemicals Inc., Imerys Group, Kemindo Group, Spectrum Chemical Manufacturing Corp., The Chemical Co., Shell Chemicals, The Chemical Co., and ERCO Worldwide Inc. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the specialty pulp & paper chemicals market in 2022. Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The specialty pulp and paper chemicals market consists of sales of coating chemicals, bleaching & RCF chemicals. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global specialty pulp and paper chemicals market is segmented - 1) By Product: Basic Chemicals, Functional Chemicals, Bleaching Chemicals, Process Chemicals 2) By Application: Packaging, Labeling, Printing, Other Applications 3) By Sales Channel: Direct/Institutional Sales, Indirect Sales

Coated paper refers to paper coated with gloss, semi-gloss, or matte finish to improve the paper surface properties. The coated paper adds an agent to its surface combined with chemical additives, such as resins and dispersants on paper, to improve brightness, smoothness, or other printing properties. These papers are made with an additional layer, which makes the paper less porous. The main type of coated paper is coated fine, standard coated fine, and coated groundwood. Coated fine paper are used for writing, packaging, and/or printing, particularly offset printing, with a fibrous layer and at least one coating. The coating material used are kaolin clay, precipitated calcium carbonate, and grounded calcium carbonate, which comes with a finish of matte, gloss, and semi-gloss. It is applied in printing, packaging and labelling. The coated paper market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides coated paper market statistics, including coated paper industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a coated paper market share, detailed coated paper market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the coated paper industry. This coated paper market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry. The global coated paper market size is expected to grow from $40.41 billion in 2022 to $42.44 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.03%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The coated paper market size is expected to reach $49.80 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 4%. The increase in e-commerce platforms is expected to propel the coated paper market going forward. An e-commerce platform is a software application that facilitates the commercial buying and selling of products and services over the internet. The growing popularity of smartphones, simple and cost-effective access to technology and the flexibility of purchasing from anywhere have boosted online retail sales, thus increasing the demand for coated paper used in product packaging. These papers have coated or laminated composite material made from paper or paperboard with a plastic layer or treatment on a surface, reducing the probability of goods being damaged. For instance, in August 2022, according to an article published by the US Census Bureau-Department of Commerce, in the second quarter of 2022, retail e-commerce sales in the United States were $257.3 billion, a 2.7 percent (0.7%) increase from the first quarter of 2022. Therefore, an increase in e-commerce platforms will drive the coated paper market. Innovative and environmentally friendly packaging is a significant trend in the coated paper market. Major companies in the coated paper sector are focused on developing recyclable, environmentally friendly, reusable, and renewable resources made materials products to meet consumer demand and strengthen their market position. For instance, in June 2020, Softbox System, a UK-based temperature control packaging company for the pharmaceutical industry, launched Tempcell™ ECO, a new curbside-recyclable temperature control parcel shipper. Softbox ThermafluteTM patent-pending plastic-free insulation technology is used in Tempcell™ ECO, composed entirely of corrugated cardboard. This ECO packaging solution is intended to transport temperature-sensitive medicinal items with a wide range of stability. In April 2022, BillerudKorsnäs, a Sweden-based pulp and paper manufacturer company, acquired Verso for $825 million. This Verso's acquisition strengthens BillerudKorsnäs' strategy of driving profitable and sustainable growth, along with its desire to accelerate its growth in North America. Verso Corporations is a US-based producer of coated papers including coated groundwood, coated freesheet, and specialty products. Major players in the coated paper market are Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd., Oji Holdings Corporation, Stora Enso OYJ, Sappi Limited, Asia Pulp and Paper, UPM-Kymmene Corp, NewPage Corporation, Arjowiggins SAS, Burgo Group SpA, Paradise Packaging Pvt. Ltd., JK Paper Ltd., Minerals Technologies Inc., Shree Krishna Paper Mills & Industries Ltd., Emami Group, and Dunn Paper Company. North America was the largest region in the coated paper market in 2022. The regions covered in the coated paper report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the coated paper market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The coated paper market consists of sales of chemical pulp, pigments, bentonite, and talc. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The global coated paper market is segmented - 1) By Type: Coated Fine, Standard Coated Fine, Coated Groundwood 2) By Coating Material: Kaolin Clay, Precipitated Calcium Carbonate, Grounded Calcium Carbonate 3) By Finish: Matte, Gloss, Semi-Gloss 4) By Application: Printing, Packaging and Labeling