The size of the precipitated calcium carbonate market in Europe is expected to be worth USD 0.98 billion by 2029 from USD 0.78 billion in 2024, growing at a CAGR of 4.85% from 2024 to 2029.
Precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) has versatile applications across various industries, such as paper and pulp, paints and coatings, adhesives and sealants, plastics, and construction materials. The demand for precipitated calcium carbonate in Europe is expected to grow substantially during the forecast period owing to the continuous demand from the key-end industries. On the other end, the European precipitated calcium carbonate market is also receiving pressure from the fluctuating raw material prices and regulatory constraints and impacting the regional market growth negatively a bit.
The growing paper industry in Europe is driving the growth of the European precipitated calcium carbonate market. Europe is the second-largest producer of paper and paperboard worldwide and holds 23% of the global paper production, as per the Confederation of European Paper Industries (CEPI). The demand for paper products, including packaging materials and printing papers, is growing significantly in the European region. Precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) is used as a filler and coating pigment in paper products. The growing demand for paper products in Europe proportionately resulted in the increasing demand for PCC material. In Europe, countries such as Germany, Finland and Sweden are popular for their strong paper manufacturing sector and these countries are also leading consumers of PCC in the European region.
The rapidly growing construction sector in Europe is further boosting the growth rate of the European PCC market. Precipitated calcium carbonate is used in construction materials such as concrete, asphalt, and roofing materials to improve strength, durability, and weather resistance. The number of infrastructure developments, residential construction projects, and renovation activities is escalating in the European region, resulting in the increased usage of PCC material. Countries such as the United Kingdom, France and Germany are leading the construction sector in Europe and these countries have been aggressively using the PCC material in the construction sector. For instance, Germany witnessed an increase of 2.7% in construction output in 2020, according to Euroconstruct.
The growing usage of PCC in other industries including paints and coatings, plastic, adhesive and sealants, automotive, pharmaceuticals and F&B is another key factor propelling the European PCC market. Stringent environmental regulations promoting the use of eco-friendly materials, technological advancements and rising use of PCC in recycled materials are favoring the growth of the Europe precipitated calcium carbonate market.
Fluctuations in raw material prices such as limestone and calcium hydroxide is a major restraint to the Europe precipitated calcium carbonate market. The growing competition from alternative fillers and additives such as talc and kaolin is also limiting the growth of the Europe PCC market.
This research report on the European precipitated calcium carbonate market has been segmented and sub-segmented based on the following categories.
Europe Precipitated Calcium Carbonate Market – By Grade:
Based on grade, the food segment held 41.7% of the European PCC market in 2023 and emerged as the largest segment. The growth of the food segment is majorly attributed to the increasing usage of PCC as a food additive and dietary supplement. The rising demand for processed and fortified foods and the growing consumer awareness regarding health and wellness are further boosting the growth rate of the food segment in the Europe PCC market.
The pharmaceutical segment is looking so lucrative and is anticipated to register a CAGR of 7.79% during the forecast period due to the growing usage of PCC in pharmaceutical formulations and drug delivery systems. The rising emphasis on regulatory compliance and quality standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing is further promoting the expansion of the pharmaceutical segment in the global market.
Europe Precipitated Calcium Carbonate Market – By Country:
Germany led the PCC market in Europe in 2023, and Germany's lead in the European market is estimated to continue throughout the forecast period. The robust manufacturing sector and advanced technological capabilities of Germany are majorly driving the German PCC market. The growing usage of PCC in Germany's automotive, construction, and paper industries is further fueling the growth rate of the German market.
France, the UK and Italy are anticipated to hold a substantial share of the European market during the forecast period.
TOP COMPANIES IN THE MARKET:
Companies playing a prominent role in European precipitated calcium carbonate market include Omya, Imerys, Minerals Technologies Inc., Mississippi Lime Company, Carmeuse Coordination Center SA, SCR-Sibelco NV, Calcinor SA, Excalibar Minerals LLC, Schaefer Kalk GmbH & Co.KG, Nordkalk Corporation, Solvay S.A., Huber Engineered Materials, Longcliffe Quarries Ltd., Fujian Sanmu Nano Calcium Carbonate Co., Ltd., Guangdong Qiangda New Materials Technology Co., NanoMaterials Technology, EZ Chemicals Inc., Nanoshel LLC, GCCP Resources Ltd. and Gulshan Polyols Ltd.
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