Ceramic Pigments Market to Witness Comprehensive Growth by 2025
Ceramic
pigments are inorganic substances that contain chromophore ions, and
impart color to inorganic solids such as ceramic wares and glass.
They mostly contain oxides, silicates, aluminates, and metal borates
in their formulation. Ceramic pigments form a heterogeneous mixture
with inorganic solids or bodies and are capable of dispersing
themselves at elevated temperature without any chemical reaction and
dissolution. These pigments possess high thermal stability, thus
often employed as coloring agents in various end-use industries. They
also possess high coloring strength, refractoriness, and good optical
characteristics. Ceramic pigments provide chemical resistance to
ceramic glazes and bodies. They are also utilized as a coating for
various substrates such as plastics, ceramics, paper, inks, and
glass. They are employed in the decorative paints & coating
industry to provide suitable fluxes for in-, on-, and under-glaze
applications. Ceramic pigments are available in the following colors
in the market: chrome green, cobalt blue, iron red, vanadium-zircon
stains, and zinc paint.
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In
terms of color, the global ceramic pigments market can be segmented
into idiochromatic compounds, allochromatic compounds, and composite
compounds. Idiochromatic compounds are self-colored compounds due to
their composition. For instance, green uvarovite is a major
idiochromatic compound found in the formulation of ceramic pigments.
Allochromatic compounds are other-colored compounds due to the
presence of trace impurities and defects in their chemical structure.
For instance, zircon is ideally employed in the crystalline form of
ceramic pigments formulation. Composite compounds are generally
composed of chemioadsorbed pigments and transparent pigments. Rise in
research and development activities in the field of glazing
technologies and coloring mechanism is estimated to fuel the ceramic
pigments market during the forecast period. In terms of product type,
the ceramic pigments market can be segmented into simple compound
type, spinal type, and solid solution oxide type. Demand for ceramic
pigments in the spinal type product segment is projected to increase
significantly due to the rise in demand for 3D printing.
Rising
consumer interest toward digital decoration and ink-jet printing with
eye-catching optical effects is driving the ceramic pigments market.
Furthermore, enhanced lifestyle and consumer expenditure on quality
products are propelling the expansion of the market. However, a share
of the major raw materials used during the manufacture of ceramic
pigments are petrochemical-based such as naphthalene, benzene,
toluene, etc., which are likely to hinder the market due to
fluctuation in crude oil prices. Maintaining thermal stability for
varied application, particle size, and chemical compatibility are
some challenges faced by the manufacturers. Technology advancements
in glazing and decoration are projected to prompt manufacturers to
innovate with new structures and color for various upcoming
applications such as ink-jet printing, soluble salts, etc. This is
anticipated to definitely create substantial opportunity for
manufacturers of ceramic pigments during the forecast period.
Demographically,
the global ceramic pigments market can be segmented into North
America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East &
Africa. In terms of the consumption, Asia Pacific is a leading region
due to the rise in population and urbanization. Additionally, the
rise in disposable income coupled with consumer interest toward 3D
printing are estimated to offer lucrative opportunities for
manufacturers in the region. The U.S. in North America dominated the
market due to high standards of living and the increase in demand for
printing inks. However, stringent regulations imposed by EPA and
REACH are projected to hinder the market in the region during the
forecast period. Middle East & Africa and Latin America are
emerging markets and the regions are likely to witness moderate
growth during the forecast period. Increasing investment in
construction materials such as pigments, additives, in countries such
as Kenya, Ethiopia, Russia, Iran, and Brazil is expected to fuel the
market in the next few years. The economic revival in Europe coupled
with investment in the housing sector is anticipated to influence the
market positively.
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Key
players operating in the global ceramics pigments market are Foshan
Chanxin Ceramic Pigment, Zibo Fuxing Ceramic Pigment & Glaze,
Foshan Kinwin Ceramic Pigment, Six Star Ceramic Colours, and
Jingjiehui New Ceramic Materials.
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