Global Nanoclay Market Size By Product (Kaolinite, Smectite), By Application (Packaging, Automotive), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Nanoclay Market Size And Forecast

Nanoclay Market size was valued at USD 2.4 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 7.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 13% during the forecast period 2024-2030.

The increasing use of nanoclays in aerospace & aviation, automotive, hygiene, biomaterials, medicine, dyes, pigments, and paints is expected to propel market expansion. These nanoparticles are utilized as adhesives for polymers to enhance their mechanical, barrier, and thermal properties. They are either chemically manufactured or naturally occurring inorganic minerals. Due to the superior performance and sanitary properties of materials based on nano clays, the market is also anticipated to be driven by growing demand from packaging and coating applications. Another important driver is the growing demand for nano clays-based nanocomposites, along with the requirement for packaging that considers lifestyle, end-use product demand, renewability, and distribution. In the upcoming seven years, the market development and product demand will be further fueled by the expansion of the automotive and aerospace industries on a global scale.

Global Nanoclay Market Definition

Nanoclay is a component of phyllosilicates; compounds made up of elements like oxygen, silicon, and others that are degraded from natural sources and chemically pretreated. Nanoclay is used in a variety of products. They can swell and shrink due to their layered structure as water accumulates between layers. Nanoclay is made up of layered mineral silicate nanoparticles.

Nanoclay is mainly found in the naturally occurring sedimentary rock ‘bentonite,’ which comprises 60%-80% of montmorillonite. Montmorillonite-rich clays must escape from the transformation and weathering of tuffs, basic rocks, and volcanic ash. Nanoclay is not flammable; it is used in fire protection in plastics and mixed in plastics, decreasing the quality of combustible material. Nanoclay is used as a plastic additive in food packaging. Plastic is reinforced, and less oxygen penetrates the film so that the food can last longer.

Global Nanoclay Market Overview

Growing demand for coating and packaging applications, changing lifestyles and rapid urbanization, and increasing demand from the food and beverages industry for packaging are driving the growth of the Nanoclay Market. The nano clay products show improved thermal, mechanical, and biodegradable properties along with enhanced obstruction to microbial and contaminating agents. The Product has wide usage in the packaging and coating sector due to its high quality, versatility, flexibility, high tensile strength, and lower cost compared to other packaging products, which helps boost the growth of the market.

Moreover, increasing demand for nano clay-based reinforced polymer and increasing growth of the automotive and aerospace industries are providing growth opportunities to the market. The automotive industry uses nano clay to manufacture lightweight components, which reduce the vehicle’s weight and significantly lower fuel consumption, which can offer a great opportunity to the market.

Global Nanoclay Market Segmentation Analysis

The Global Nanoclay Market is segmented on the basis of Product, Application, And Geography.

Nanoclay Market, By Product

• Kaolinite
• Smectite
• Others

Based on Product, The market is bifurcated into Kaolinite, Smectite, and others. The Smectite segment accounted for the largest market share because it is used in oil wells, drilling, foundry, iron ore, and wine industries. It is also used in civil engineering applications to impede water movement. It is primarily used as a clay barrier in chemicals and nuclear wastes.Moreover, Kaolinite is one of the most popular clay minerals used to make various goods.

When minerals, like feldspar, break down, a particular sort of hydrous aluminum silicate is produced. Kaolinite is used extensively in several key industries, including electrical & electronics, transportation, building, consumer goods, and automotive. In addition to making paper, it is also utilized to make ceramics and pottery. Due to its use in filling and coating papers, it is also anticipated that increased consumer goods demand would accelerate its acceptance.

Nanoclay Market, By Application

• Packaging
• Automotive
• Paint & Coating
• Others

Based on Application, The market is bifurcated into Packaging, Automotive, Paint & Coating, and Others. In 2021, the packaging segment had the most significant revenue share worldwide. Due to their outstanding strength, barrier properties, durability, and moisture stability, nano clays are widely used in food packaging. To enhance the mechanical and barrier qualities of packaging, nano clays were first used for food packaging. Due to their distinctive characteristics, montmorillonite-containing nano clays are gaining popularity in the plastic packaging sector. Depending on the application, naturally hydrophilic and modified organophilic nano clays give the host polymer unique traits that enhance its thermal, mechanical, and barrier properties.

Moreover, nanotechnology significantly influences the creation of new and active packaging materials. Nanoclays are a plastic additive used in food packaging films and beverage bottles that hardens the plastic and prevents oxygen from penetrating the film or allowing carbon dioxide to escape the bottle, keeping the food fresher for longer. Nanoclays are predicted to be more widely used in this industry due to the superior barrier and abrasion qualities, increased tensile strength, decreased thermal expansion, improved surface attributes, and outstanding processing features of plastics made with nanoclays.

Nanoclay Market, By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa

On the basis of Geography, The Global Nanoclay Market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Over the projected period, the North American region is anticipated to increase rapidly. A growing aging population and technological breakthroughs in medicine and healthcare have made North America a significant market for biomedical materials. Due to its advantages, such as allowing makeup ingredients to penetrate the skin deeply, nano clay is frequently utilized in producing personal care goods and cosmetics.

One of the largest markets for cosmetics and personal care products worldwide is the United States. Due to their thermal and mechanical properties, nano clays are an excellent choice for usage as a property enhancer in organic polymers for food and beverage packaging. Further, demand for flame retardants is increasing across a range of end-use sectors, including construction, textiles, electrical and electronics, and transportation, which is anticipated to positively affect the revenue growth of this regional market.

Key Players

The “Global Nanoclay Market” study report will provide valuable insight emphasizing the global market. The major players in the market are UBE Industries, Mineral Technologies, RTP Co, Techmer PM, StatNano, Kowa Company, Sun Chemical, Elementis, Nanocor Inc., Cabot Corp., Hangzhou Sino-Holding Chemicals Co., Ltd. Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with product benchmarking and SWOT analysis.

The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

Key Developments

• In February 2022, Merck announced that it had completed its acquisition of Exelead for approximately USD 780 million in cash, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. As a result of this acquisition, Merck’s nano clay and lipid manufacturing portfolio has been strengthened.
• In December 2021, Under a new distribution relationship, Elementis’ whole portfolio of specialized ingredients for personal care products, including antiperspirant actives, in Belgium fell under the purview of DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials. Additionally, it will be in charge of client management, distribution, transportation, and sales and marketing. Being a known expert in rheology and a world pioneer in antiperspirant actives, Elementis offers a broad range of environmentally friendly solutions, including natural clay rheology modifiers and bio-functional active ingredients.

Ace Matrix Analysis

The Ace Matrix provided in the report would help to understand how the major key players involved in this industry are performing as we provide a ranking for these companies based on various factors such as service features & innovations, scalability, innovation of services, industry coverage, industry reach, and growth roadmap. We rank the companies into Active, Cutting Edge, Emerging, and Innovators categories.

Market Attractiveness

The image of market attractiveness provided further helps to get information about the region leading in the Global Nanoclay Market. We cover the major impacting factors driving the industry growth in the given region.

Porter’s Five Forces

The image provided would further help to get information about Porter’s five forces framework providing a blueprint for understanding the behavior of competitors and a player’s strategic positioning in the respective industry. Porter’s five forces model can be used to assess the competitive landscape in the Global Nanoclay Market, gauge the attractiveness of a particular sector, and assess investment possibilities.

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