Global Pigments Market Size, Share, Growth, Analysis and Forecast Report 2023-2028

Posted by Robert Smith on February 27th, 2024

The latest report by IMARC Group, titled “Pigments Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2023-2028”, offers a comprehensive analysis of the industry, which comprises insights on the market. The global pigments market size reached US$ 26.9 Billion in 2022. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 44.1 Billion by 2028, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 8.38% during 2023-2028.

Factors Affecting the Growth of the Pigments Industry:

  • Growing Demand from End-Use Industries:

Pigments play a crucial role in various end-use industries such as paints and coatings, plastics, printing inks, cosmetics, and textiles. The increasing demand for these products across sectors, such as construction, automotive, packaging, and consumer goods is a primary driver for the pigments market. In the paints and coatings industry, pigments are essential for providing color, opacity, and durability to surfaces, thereby enhancing aesthetics and protecting substrates from corrosion and weathering. Additionally, the rising construction activities, spurred by urbanization and infrastructure development, especially in emerging economies, are fueling the demand for decorative and protective coatings, further boosting the pigments market. Moreover, the plastics industry extensively utilizes pigments for coloring various plastic products ranging from packaging materials to automotive components. With the burgeoning demand for plastic goods across industries, such as packaging, automotive, electronics, and consumer goods, the consumption of pigments is witnessing a significant upsurge.

  • Significant Technological Advancements and Product Innovations:

Another significant factor driving the pigments market is the continuous advancements in pigment technology and the introduction of innovative pigment formulations. Technological innovations have led to the development of high-performance pigments (HPPs) with superior properties such as enhanced color strength, improved lightfastness, increased weather resistance, and better compatibility with various substrates and systems. For instance, the advent of nanotechnology has revolutionized the pigment industry by enabling the production of nanoscale pigments with unique characteristics, such as higher surface area, improved dispersion, and enhanced color purity. Nanopigments offer several advantages such as better color development, increased tinting strength, reduced pigment loading, and improved durability, making them highly desirable for numerous applications across industries.

  • Rapid Urbanization and Infrastructure Development:

The phenomenon of rapid urbanization, particularly in emerging economies, is a significant driver for the pigments market. Urbanization is accompanied by a rise in construction activities, infrastructure development projects, and real estate investments, which, in turn, stimulate the demand for construction materials, including paints, coatings, and pigments. The construction industry is a major consumer of pigments, utilizing them in architectural coatings, decorative paints, industrial coatings, and specialty finishes for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings. Emerging economies, such as China, India, Brazil, and Southeast Asian countries, are witnessing extensive urbanization and infrastructural development initiatives driven by factors, such as population growth, rising incomes, industrialization, and government-led urban renewal programs. These countries are investing heavily in constructing new residential complexes, commercial buildings, office spaces, transportation networks, and public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, airports, and utilities to accommodate the urban population influx and support economic growth.

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Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the market has been studied in the report with detailed profiles of the key players operating in the market.

  • BASF SE
  • Cabot Corporation
  • Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg. Co. Ltd.
  • DIC Corporation
  • Dupont De Nemours Inc.
  • Heubach GmbH
  • Kronos Worldwide Inc. (Valhi Inc.)
  • Lanxess AG
  • Merck KGaA
  • Pidilite Industries Limited
  • Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited
  • The Shepherd Color Company
  • Tronox Holdings PLC.

Pigments Market Report Segmentation:

By Product Type:

  • Organic Pigments
    • Azo Pigments
    • Phthalocyanine Pigment
    • Quinacridone Pigment
    • Other Organic Pigments
  • Inorganic Pigments
    • Titanium Dioxide Pigments
    • Iron Oxide Pigments
    • Cadmium Pigments
    • Carbon Black Pigments
    • Chromium Oxide Pigments
    • Complex Inorganic Pigments
    • Others
  • Specialty Pigments
    • Classic Organic Pigments
    • Metallic Pigments
    • High-Performance Pigments
    • Light Interference Pigments
    • Fluorescent Pigment
    • Luminescent Pigments
    • Thermo-Chromic Pigments

Based on the product type, the market has been divided into organic pigments (azo pigments, phthalocyanine pigment, quinacridone pigment, other organic pigments), inorganic pigments (titanium dioxide pigments. iron oxide pigments, cadmium pigments, carbon black pigments, chromium oxide pigments, complex inorganic pigments, others), specialty pigments (classic organic pigments, metallic pigments, high-performance pigments, light interference pigments, fluorescent pigment, luminescent pigments, thermo-chromic pigments)

By Color Index:

  • Reds
  • Orange
  • Yellows
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Brown
  • Others

Based on the color index, the market has been segmented into reds, orange, yellows, blue, green, brown, and others.

By Application:

  • Paints and Coatings
  • Plastics
  • Printing Inks
  • Construction Materials
  • Others

Paints and coatings hold maximum number of shares due to the extensive use of pigments in architectural coatings, decorative paints, industrial coatings, and specialty finishes for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, reflecting the significant demand stemming from construction activities and aesthetic preferences across various sectors.

Regional Insights:

  • North America (United States, Canada)
  • Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Others)
  • Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Others)
  • Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Others)
  • Middle East and Africa

Asia-Pacific’s dominance in the pigments market is attributed to the rapid industrialization, urbanization, infrastructure development, and robust economic growth driving significant demand for pigments across various end-use industries in countries such as China, India, and Southeast Asian nations.

Global Pigments Market Trends:

With the increasing environmental concerns and a shift toward sustainable practices, there is a rising demand for pigments derived from renewable and eco-friendly sources. Consumers, governments, and industries are increasingly prioritizing sustainability and seeking alternatives to conventional pigments that may have adverse environmental impacts. This demand has led to the development and commercialization of sustainable pigments made from natural sources such as plant extracts, minerals, and bio-based materials. Additionally, pigments produced through environmentally friendly processes, such as water-based or solvent-free manufacturing methods, are gaining traction in the market. These sustainable pigments offer comparable performance to traditional options while reducing environmental footprint, carbon emissions, and reliance on finite resources.

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