Asia-Pacific calcium carbonate market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period. The growing plastics and paper and coatings industry is the major factor accelerating the market growth. China is the key manufacturer of plastics, followed by Europe and NAFTA. In 2017, Asia accounted for more than 45.0% of the global plastics production. This leads to an increasing demand for calcium carbonate as one of the renowned mineral fillers utilized in the plastics industry. Calcium carbonate is extensively available across the globe, compatible with a comprehensive spectrum of polymer resins, and is easier to grind or decrease to a particular particle size, as well as it is cost-effective. 

It is used as an additive in plastic compounds that supports to reduce surface energy and offers surface gloss and opacity, which improves surface finish. Additionally, when the particle size is carefully controlled, calcium carbonate supports to increase both flexural modulus (stiffness) and impact strength. It may be used with several thermoplastic resins. Polypropylene compounds are normally filled with calcium carbonate to enhance rigidity, which is an essential need for operations at high temperatures. In polyvinyl chloride (PVC), calcium carbonate is utilized with flexible compounds including tubing, latex gloves, trash bags, wire and cable insulation, and in rigid compounds including window profiles, extruded pipes, and conduits. 

The market is segmented based on the type and end-user industry. Based on type, the market is segmented into ground calcium carbonate and precipitated calcium carbonate. Ground calcium carbonates (GCC) are extensively used as fillers in adhesives and sealants, paper, paints and coatings, plastics, and in the production of rubber. GCC is usually the prime ingredient of ceramic tile adhesives (CTA's), sealants, and fillers, often up to 80% of the formulation. It has long been utilized as a filler in materials such as roofing felt, asphalt, and plasters. GCC is utilized to bulk out or extend the polymers and resins in paints. Therefore, the growing paints and coatings industry and plastics industry is in turn, accelerating the adoption of GCC in the region. Based on the end-user industry, the market is segmented into paper, adhesives and sealants, plastics, paints and coatings, construction, and others. 

Some prominent players in the market include Imerys S.A., Omya International AG, Minerals Technologies, Inc., J.M. Huber Corp., Gulshan Polyols Ltd. (GPL). These players have been using some potential strategies to enhance their competitiveness in the market. For instance, in February 2018, Imerys acquired consolidated calcium carbonates business of Vee Microns and Vimal Microns. The assets acquired comprise the manufacturing facilities of Vimal Microns’ at Alwar and Mehsana, commercialized under the CARB ALPHA, VIMCRO CARB, and VCARB brands. The two manufacturing sites will combine Imerys’ broad global footprint of 270 industrial sites in 50 countries.

Research Methodology

The market study of the Asia-Pacific calcium carbonate market is incorporated by extensive primary and secondary research conducted by the research team. Secondary research has been conducted to refine the available data to breakdown the market into various segments, derive total market size, market forecast, and growth rate. Different approaches have been worked on to derive the market value and market growth rate. Our team collects facts and data related to the market from different geography to provide a better regional outlook. In the report, the country-level analysis is provided by analyzing various regional players, regional tax laws and policies, consumer behavior, and macro-economic factors. Numbers extracted from secondary research have been authenticated by conducting proper primary research. It includes tracking down key people from the industry and interviewing them to validate the data. This enables our analyst to derive the closest possible figures without any major deviations in the actual number. Our analysts try to contact as many executives, managers, key opinion leaders, and industry experts. Primary research brings the authenticity to our reports.

Secondary Sources Include:

• Financial reports of companies involved in the market
• Whitepapers, research-papers, and news blogs
• Company websites and their product catalog

The report provides an in-depth analysis of market size, intended quality of the service preferred by consumers. It will serve as a source for 360-degree analysis of the market thoroughly delivering insights into the market for better business decisions.

Market Segmentation:

1. Asia-Pacific Calcium Carbonate Market Research and Analysis, By Type
2. Asia-Pacific Calcium Carbonate Market Research and Analysis, By End-User Industry

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• Detailed and extensive market segments with regional distribution of forecast revenues.
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