Expandable Graphite Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | 7.64 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Expandable Graphite Market Analysis
The global expandable graphite market size is estimated at 76.75 kilotons in 2023 and is expected to reach 110.90 kilotons by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 7.64% during the forecast period.
- Over the medium term, factors such as the increasing adoption of expandable graphite as a flame retardant in the construction industry, increasing demand for non-halogenated flame retardants, and growth in the consumer electronics market are expected to increase the global consumption of expandable graphite.
- However, it is estimated that the demand for expandable graphite may decrease shortly due to the limited supply of graphite. Furthermore, limited supply and rising prices are also expected to hamper the market.
- Nevertheless, increasing bans on hazardous refractories such as brominated or asbestos refractories in buildings and gaskets are expected to provide new opportunities for the expanded graphite market.
- In terms of revenue, Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the global market during the forecast period.
Expandable Graphite Market Trends
The Flame Retardant Segment is Anticipated to Hold a Significant Share
- Expandable graphite is a stratiform graphite and contains acids between each stratum. When heated, an acid generates gas, and these stratiforms are expanded, which enables to put off a fire by cutting off the supply of air.
- Flame retardants are intended to limit, slow, or prevent the spread of fires. Whether in upholstered furniture, car seats, or carpets, flame retardants are used wherever there are potential sources of fire. Expandable graphite is particularly suitable as a flame-retardant additive.
- Expandable graphite is widely used as a flame retardant in different industries due to its ability to expand during heating. A few industries include building and construction, electronics, automotive, and textiles.
- In North America, the United States has a major share in the construction industry. Besides the United States, Canada and Mexico contribute significantly to the construction sector investments. According to the US Census Bureau, the value of new private warehouse construction in 2022 stood at USD 61.53 billion, 24.6% higher than the USD 1,279.5 billion in 2021.
- According to the German Federal Statistics Office, the German clothing industry recorded a revenue of around EUR 6.8 billion in 2022, compared to EUR 5.7 billion in 2021. Moreover, the revenue recorded from the German textile industry in 2022 was approximately EUR 12.79 billion, which was EUR 11.8 billion in 2021.
- All the above factors are expected to drive the global expandable graphite market during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Market
- In the Asia-Pacific region, China accounts for the largest economy in terms of GDP. According to the IMF, the country's real GDP grew 8.4% annually in 2021, primarily driven by the gradual resumption of industrial activities and import-export trade. However, it declined to 3.0% in 2022. The country's GDP is expected to grow 5.2% in 2023.
- China is one of the major countries in the region and has a major consumption of expandable graphite for various applications.
- In 2022, Nordmann, in partnership with ADT, set up a new production plant southwest of Beijing. The new production facility has an operating permit for the next 30-40 years and is installed with a modern and centralized water treatment system. The distribution center for raw graphite is located in the same chemical park, ensuring a faster supply of the most important raw material for producing the expandable graphite.
- The use of expandable graphite is an exceptionally valuable and especially well-known element for the batteries used in various industries. In 2022, Clariant announced the manufacturing of a second line of patent-protected halogen-free Exolit OP flame retardants at the future Daya Bay plant in the country. The company invested around CHF 40 million (~USD 45.6 million) to expand access to innovative and sustainable fire protection solutions and related technical expertise to support the significant growth of engineering plastics applications in e-mobility and electrical and electronic segments.
- India is one of the largest emerging markets in the world in various industries. The country has seen various applications of expandable graphite such as electric vehicle batteries, flame retardants, flexible coils, and graphene.
- In 2022, an Australian graphite mine developer Evion Group (Formerly known as Blackearth) and an Indian graphite producer Metachem acquired a 5-acre site in Pune to set up a downstream graphite processing plant under their joint venture.
- The JV, known as Panthera Graphite Technologies, can produce 2,000 - 2,500 tons per annum of expandable graphite in the initial stages (first three years). It will then expand production capacity to 4,000 - 5,000 tons per annum from the fourth year. The plant is expected to be commissioned in November 2023.
- All the abovementioned factors are expected to boost the demand for the market studied in the country during the forecast period.
Expandable Graphite Industry Overview
The expandable graphite market is fragmented in nature. Some major graphite manufacturers in the market include (in no particular order) SGL Carbon, AMG Mining AG, Durrans Group, Nacional de Grafite, and GrafTech International Ltd.
Expandable Graphite Market Leaders
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SGL Carbon
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AMG Mining AG
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Durrans Group
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Nacional de Grafite
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GrafTech International Ltd
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Expandable Graphite Market News
- In July 2022, BlackEarth Minerals (BEM), in partnership with Metachem, planned to develop BEM's proposed expandable coarse flake graphite processing plant in India's Pune region. This site construction was expected to be completed in early 2023.
- In May 2022, Nordmann partnered with China's ADT (Shijiazhuang ADT Carbonic Material Factory). Nordmann distributes NORD-MIN expandable graphite in Europe, and ADT manufactures expandable graphite in the Chinese province of Hebei. This strategic partnership will expand both the company's product portfolio and geographical reach.
Expandable Graphite Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
- 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 Increasing Adoption of Expandable Graphite as a Flame Retardant
- 4.1.2 Increasing Demand for Non-Halogenated Flame Retardants
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4.2 Restraints
- 4.2.1 Limited Supply of Expanded Graphite
- 4.2.2 Other Restraints
- 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 Buyers
- 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 by Value)
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5.1 Applications
- 5.1.1 Flame Retardant
- 5.1.2 Flexible Foils
- 5.1.3 Conductive Additives
- 5.1.4 Metallurgy
- 5.1.5 Graphene
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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 France
- 5.2.3.4 Italy
- 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 South Africa
- 5.2.5.2 Saudi Arabia
- 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 Share(%)**/Ranking Analysis**
- 6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 GrafTech International Ltd.
- 6.4.2 Nacional de Grafite
- 6.4.3 NeoGraf Solution
- 6.4.4 Northern Graphite
- 6.4.5 Qingdao Black Dragon Graphite Group
- 6.4.6 Qingdao Jinhui Graphite Co. Ltd
- 6.4.7 Qingdao YanXin Graphite Products Co., LTD.
- 6.4.8 Sanyo Corporation
- 6.4.9 SGL Carbon
- 6.4.10 Shijiazhuang ADT Carbonic Material Factory
- 6.4.11 Yichang Xincheng Graphite Co., Ltd.
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
- 7.1 Increasing Bans on Hazardous Fire-Resistance Materials
Expandable Graphite Industry Segmentation
Expandable graphite, also known as exfoliated graphite, is made from the naturally occurring mineral graphite. It has numerous unique properties, such as high corrosion resistance, heat resistance, radiation resistance, compressive strength, and softness. Expandable graphite is primarily used as a flame retardant. It is used in the thermal management of consumer electronic products.
The expandable graphite market is segmented by application and geography. By application, the market is segmented into flame retardant, flexible foils, conductive additives, metallurgy, and graphene. The report covers the market size and forecast for the expandable graphite market in 15 countries across major regions. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done based on volume (kilotons).
| Applications | Flame Retardant | |
| Flexible Foils | ||
| Conductive Additives | ||
| Metallurgy | ||
| Graphene | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Geography | Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | ||
| France | ||
| Italy | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| Geography | South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
| Geography | Middle-East and Africa | South Africa |
| Saudi Arabia | ||
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa |
Expandable Graphite Market Research FAQs
What is the current Expandable Graphite Market size?
The Expandable Graphite Market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.64% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Expandable Graphite Market?
SGL Carbon , AMG Mining AG , Durrans Group , Nacional de Grafite and GrafTech International Ltd are the major companies operating in the Expandable Graphite Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Expandable Graphite Market?
Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Expandable Graphite Market?
In 2024, the Asia-Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Expandable Graphite Market.
What years does this Expandable Graphite Market cover?
The report covers the Expandable Graphite Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Expandable Graphite Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Expandable Graphite Industry Report
The Expandable Graphite Market report provides a comprehensive industry analysis segmented by application and geography. The industry information highlights various applications such as flame retardant, flexible foils, conductive additives, metallurgy, and graphene. The report offers an industry overview and market segmentation, focusing on different regions including Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle East and Africa.
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