Activated Bleaching Earth Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | 4.50 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Activated Bleaching Earth Market Analysis
The activated bleaching earth market is estimated to be at USD 3,899.56 million by the end of this year. It is projected to reach USD 4,873.53 million in the next five years, registering a CAGR of over 4.5% during the forecast period.
COVID-19 had a negative impact on the activated bleaching earth sector. Global lockdowns and severe rules enforced by governments resulted in a catastrophic setback as most production hubs were shut down. Nonetheless, the business has been recovering since 2021 and is expected to rise significantly in the coming years.
- The major factor driving the market growth is the growing demand for edible oils.
- However, the presence of alternative products and technologies is hindering the market growth.
- Increasing production of bio-diesel is expected to provide lucrative growth opportunities to the market players in the coming years.
- The Asia-Pacific region dominates the global market, with the largest consumption from countries such as China, India, and Japan.
Activated Bleaching Earth Market Trends
Increasing Demand for Edible Oil & Fats
- Activated bleaching earth is used to purify edible oils, used cooking oil (UCO), sludge oils, acid oils, and other waste oils that are utilized in the manufacture of biodiesel and renewable diesel. It is widely used in the refining, decolorizing, and bleaching of edible oil and fats.
- Activated bleaching earths have a higher ability to absorb impurities in comparison to natural bleaching earths.
- It is used for the purification of various edible oils and fats, including soya bean oil, cotton seed oil, palm oil, rapeseed oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, rice bran oil, corn oil, canola oil, olive oil, and sesame oil.
- In 2022/23, the global production volume of palm oil stood at 77.22 million metric tons, up from 73.83 million metric tons in 2021/22.
- In 2022/23, the global production volume of soybean oil increased by 3.0% to 61,494 thousand metric tons, up from 59,259 thousand metric tons in 2021/22.
- The global production of rapeseed oil across the world increased to 31.8 million metric tons in 2022/23, up from 29.07 million metric tons in 2021/22.
- In 2022/23, the global production of sunflower seed oil stood at 20.36 million metric tons, up from 19.84 million metric tons in 2021/22.
- The global production of cottonseed oil stood at 5.02 million metric tons in 2022/23, up from 4.97 million metric tons in 2021/22.
- However, the world witnessed a decline in the production of olive oil owing to the rising drought conditions in several countries, including major producers in Europe and South America. In 2022/23, the global production of olive oil stood at 2.82 million metric tons, which is lower in comparison to 3.27 million metric tons in 2021/22
- Thus, the increase in production and surge in demand for activated bleaching earth in edible fats and oils are expected to provide growth opportunities in the global market.
Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Market
- The Asia-Pacific region is expected to account for the largest share of the activated bleaching earth market. China holds the largest share of vegetable oil consumption and production in Asia-Pacific. Though the production volume is high, consumption exceeds production, resulting in higher import volumes when compared to export volumes.
- According to Oils & Fats International, during the crop year 2021-22, China produced 28 million tonnes of edible oil, a 150,000 tonnes decrease from the previous year's volume of 28.15 million tonnes. The decrease in the production volume is due to the drop in the oilseed imports, leading to a downgrade in edible vegetable oil production.
- As per the reports by the Government of China, in July 2022, the palm oil and soyabean oil imports to the country declined by 300,000 tonnes and 170,000 tonnes as compared to their previous year's volume of 3.7 million tonnes and 630,000 tonnes, respectively.
- According to the Indian Vegetable Oil Producers' Association (IVPA), during the current oil year (October 2022-September 2023), India imported around 14.37 million tonnes of vegetable oil, as compared to 14.07 million tonnes imported in the previous year.
- According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), oil continues to be the most important energy source in South Korea in terms of total energy supply. South Korea has a very important refining industry and is self-sufficient in most products other than petrochemical feedstocks.
- Furthermore, according to a report by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), the total retail sales of cooking oils in the country were valued at USD 478.7 million in 2021. The sales of cooking oil are projected to reach USD 522.3 billion by the year 2026. While edible oil consumption is expected to reach nearly one million metric tons by 2026.
- According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the retail price for vegetable oil grew by 67% from March 2021 to January 2023, far above the price increase for most other staple foods.
- Additionally, the import value of soybeans in the country reached USD 213.98 million in July 2023 from USD 190.05 million in June 2023. The soybean oil exports in the country accounted for USD 0.17 million, whereas imports accounted for USD 2.43 million, resulting in a negative trade balance.
- Hence, due to the above-mentioned reasons, Asia-Pacific is anticipated to dominate the market during the forecast period.
Activated Bleaching Earth Industry Overview
The activated bleaching earth market is fragmented in nature. Some of the major players in the market (not in any particular order) include Clariant, Musim Mas, Shell, Oil-Dri Corporation of America, and Ashapura Perfoclay Limited, among other companies.
Activated Bleaching Earth Market Leaders
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Clariant
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Musim Mas
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Shell
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Oil-Dri Corporation of America
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Ashapura Perfoclay Limited
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Activated Bleaching Earth Market News
- November 2022: Shell Eastern Petroleum (Pte) Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shell PLC (Shell), acquired EcoOilsLimited (EcoOils), a waste oil recycling company. This acquisition is part of Shell's goal to enhance the production of low-carbon transportation fuels, particularly sustainable aviation fuel. EcoOilsMalaysia's subsidiaries and 90% of its Indonesian subsidiary will be acquired. EcoOilsuse recycling technology prevents waste from going to landfills and produces spent bleaching earth oil, an internationally recognized biofuels feedstock that can be used to produce low-carbon fuels.
Activated Bleaching Earth Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
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4.1 Drivers
- 4.1.1 Growing Demand for Edible Oils
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4.2 Restraints
- 4.2.1 Presence of Alternative Products and Technologies
- 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
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4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
- 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
- 4.4.5 Degree of Competition
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size in Value)
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5.1 Application
- 5.1.1 Edible Oil and Fats
- 5.1.2 Mineral Oil and Lubricants
- 5.1.3 Other Applications (Chemical, Biodiesel, etc.)
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5.2 Geography
- 5.2.1 Asia-Pacific
- 5.2.1.1 China
- 5.2.1.2 India
- 5.2.1.3 Japan
- 5.2.1.4 South Korea
- 5.2.1.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 5.2.2 North America
- 5.2.2.1 United States
- 5.2.2.2 Canada
- 5.2.2.3 Mexico
- 5.2.3 Europe
- 5.2.3.1 Germany
- 5.2.3.2 United Kingdom
- 5.2.3.3 Italy
- 5.2.3.4 France
- 5.2.3.5 Rest of Europe
- 5.2.4 South America
- 5.2.4.1 Brazil
- 5.2.4.2 Argentina
- 5.2.4.3 Rest of South America
- 5.2.5 Middle East and Africa
- 5.2.5.1 Saudi Arabia
- 5.2.5.2 South Africa
- 5.2.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
- 6.2 Market Ranking Analysis
- 6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 Ashapura Perfoclay Limited (APL)
- 6.4.2 Clariant
- 6.4.3 Global Bleach Chem Pvt. Ltd
- 6.4.4 Hrp Industries
- 6.4.5 Indian Clay And Mineral Co.
- 6.4.6 Musim Mas Holdings Pte Ltd
- 6.4.7 Oil-dri Corporation of America
- 6.4.8 Phoenix Chemicals (Pvt.) Ltd
- 6.4.9 Refoil Earth Pvt. Ltd
- 6.4.10 Shell Plc (ecooils Limited)
- 6.4.11 Taiko Group of Companies (Taiko Bleaching Earth Sdn. Bhd.)
- 6.4.12 The W Clay Industries Sdn Bhd
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
- 7.1 Increasing Production of Bio-diesel
Activated Bleaching Earth Industry Segmentation
Activated bleaching earth is utilized in the refining, purification, and discoloration of edible and non-edible oils and fats. It is also referred to as wash clay. Activated bleaching earth is generally composed of clay minerals such as bentonite and attapulgite.
The activated bleaching earth market is segmented by application and geography. By application, the market is segmented into edible oil and fats, mineral oil and lubricants, and other applications. The report also covers the market size and forecasts in 15 countries across major regions. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (USD).
| Application | Edible Oil and Fats | |
| Mineral Oil and Lubricants | ||
| Other Applications (Chemical, Biodiesel, etc.) | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Geography | Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | ||
| Italy | ||
| France | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| Geography | South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
| Geography | Middle East and Africa | Saudi Arabia |
| South Africa | ||
| Rest of Middle East and Africa |
Activated Bleaching Earth Market Research FAQs
What is the current Activated Bleaching Earth Market size?
The Activated Bleaching Earth Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 4.5% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Activated Bleaching Earth Market?
Clariant, Musim Mas, Shell, Oil-Dri Corporation of America and Ashapura Perfoclay Limited are the major companies operating in the Activated Bleaching Earth Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Activated Bleaching Earth Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Activated Bleaching Earth Market?
In 2024, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Activated Bleaching Earth Market.
What years does this Activated Bleaching Earth Market cover?
The report covers the Activated Bleaching Earth Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Activated Bleaching Earth Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Activated Bleaching Earth Industry Report
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