Global Sodium Silicate Market 2017-2021

This market research study identifies BASF, Evonik Industries, Occidental Petroleum Corporation, PQ Corporation, and W.R Grace as the leading players in the global sodium silicate market. A comprehensive analysis of this market is also presented by application (healthcare and food, elastomers, paper and pulp, catalysts, detergents, and others) and by geography (the Americas, APAC, Europe, and ROW).

Overview of the global sodium silicate market

Research analysis on the global sodium silicate market identifies that the easy manufacturing processes of sodium silicate will be one of the major factors that will have a positive impact on the growth of the market. Sodium silicate is manufactured at low cost using advanced reactors, furnaces, and waste glass. The production process of sodium silicate includes some of the widely adopted processes. One of the processes involves the reaction between quartz sand (SiO2) and caustic soda (NaOH) along with water, which is fused at a high temperature of about 1000C in a reactor or furnace. Other common process includes the reaction between quartz sand (SiO2), sodium carbonate, and sodium sulfate at a high temperature in an electrically fired furnace, which yields sodium silicate in the solid form. One of the most popular methods of preparing sodium silicate includes the eco-friendly technique. This technique requires the reaction between rice husk and caustic soda, which is followed by filtration to remove carbon. Technavio's market research analysts predict that this global market will post a revenue of more than USD 6.9 billion by 2021.

The increasing use of nanosystem zeolite is identified as one of the key trends that will gain traction in the global sodium silicate market during the next few years. Sodium silicate is extensively used in the production of zeolite. Zeolite nanosystems exhibit increased efficiency because they have nano-sized pores. In addition, nanopore synthetic zeolites exhibit superior catalytic activity with reduced reaction time and enhanced product yield.

Competitive landscape and key vendors

The sodium silicate market comprises of many vendors. These vendors are increasingly competing against each other based on factors such as the innovation, price, operational cost, and product quality. The prominent players are focusing on shielding themselves from the threat of rivalry by adopting strategic mergers and acquisitions. 

Key vendors in this market are -

• BASF
• Evonik Industries
• Occidental Petroleum Corporation
• PQ Corporation
• W.R Grace

Other prominent vendors in the market include Advatech Industries, Albemarle Corporation, CIECH Vitrosilicon, Global Drilling Fluids & Chemcials, Huber, IQE Group,?Kiran Global Chem,?Nippon Chemical Industrial, Rhodia, Shanti Chemical Works, Shaoxing Chang New Materials, Shayona Group, Shijiazhuang Shuanglian Chemical Industry, Sinchem Silica Gel, and Tokuyama.

Segmentation by application and analysis of the sodium silicate market

• Healthcare and food
• Elastomers
• Paper and pulp
• Catalysts
• Detergents

The laundry and washing sectors extensively rely on the detergent industry. Detergents are used in a wide range of applications such as metal cleaning, textile processing, washing and de-inking paper, and washing. Detergents, bleaches, soaps, wetting agents, and other alkalis use sodium silicate for various applications such as cleaning and finishing, Kier boiling, and wool scouring.

Segmentation by geography and analysis of the sodium silicate market

• Americas
• APAC
• Europe
• ROW

Key countries such as China, India, Japan, and South Korea are contributing the majority of growth to the market in APAC. Also, China is the leading producer and consumer of sodium silicate. In China and India, sodium silicate is used to produce downstream products such as silicate derivatives and zeolites. The demand for detergents and cleaning agents will continue to increase in countries such as Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Pakistan due to the rising population and rapid urbanization. This, in turn, will further boost the adoption of sodium silicate in the region.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2021?
• What are the key factors driving the global sodium silicate market?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global sodium silicate market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the global sodium silicate market?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global sodium silicate market?
• What are the trending factors influencing the market shares of the Americas, APAC, Europe, and ROW?
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global sodium silicate market?

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By taking into account, the dynamically changing market dynamics and increasing market size of the metals and minerals sector, the market research professionals at Technavio present an all-inclusive picture of the global sodium silicate market for the period of 2017 to 2021. Furthermore, our research practices support clients develop impactful growth strategies and align strategies with the changing market environment. Also, this market research report presents an extensive analysis of multiple products and services derived from the inference of the data gathered from specific resources such as market stakeholders and channel partners.

This industry research report on the global sodium silicate market also covers vendors like PQ Corporation, OxyChem Corporation, W.R. Grace and Co., BASF, and Evonik. Our industry experts believe that the rising demand from catalyst applications across several regions across the globe is expected to influence the growth of the global sodium silicate market in the next four years. Furthermore, to presents clients the scope to identify market opportunities and expand in niche markets, this report on the global sodium silicate market also covers geographies like APAC, North America, Europe, and ROW. 

The industry research report for global sodium silicate market also highlights major drivers, market influencing trends along with the imminent challenges witnessed by the metals and minerals sector. This upcoming report on the sodium silicate market presents insights into the highly volatile competitive landscape to give clients a detailed outlook of the forthcoming events within the chemical industry. Technavio also offers in-depth market assessments into the sectors such as industrial gases and olefins.

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