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2030 年煅燒無菸煤市場預測：按類型、形式、純度、生產方法、應用、最終用戶和地區進行的全球分析

Calcined Anthracite Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis by Type (Standard Calcined Anthracite, High-Quality Calcined Anthracite and Ultrafine Calcined Anthracite), Form, Purity Level, Production Method, Application, End User and By Geography
出版日期: | 出版商: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | 英文 200+ Pages | 商品交期: 2-3個工作天內

價格

根據Stratistics MRC的數據，2024年全球煅燒無菸煤市場規模為32.5億美元，預計到2030年將達到46.1億美元，預測期內複合年成長率為6.0%。

煅燒無菸煤是經過加工的高碳無菸煤，透過在迴轉窯或熔爐中無空氣的情況下將其加熱至高溫（通常1000-1300°C）而生產。透過增加碳含量並去除揮發性成分，該過程稱為脫羧，適合工業應用。最終產品是一種堅硬緻密的材料，雜質含量低，導熱性優異，非常適合鑄造廠、能源生產以及鋼鐵和鋁工業。

冶金需求增加

不斷成長的冶金需求將推動煅燒無菸煤市場，因為煅燒無菸煤對於鋼鐵生產、鑄造和其他金屬產業至關重要。煅燒無菸煤的高碳含量改善了冶煉工藝，減少了雜質，增加了導熱性，所有這些都提高了金屬合金的品質。由於對高等級鋼和鋁的需求不斷增加，特別是在基礎設施、建築和汽車行業，越來越需要煅燒無菸煤作為增碳劑和還原劑。

價格波動

煅燒無菸煤市場的價格波動可能會產生各種負面影響。這給生產者和消費者帶來了不確定性，使得預算和需求預測變得困難。不可預測的價格波動可能會增加生產成本，從而降低供應商的利潤率。此外，價格波動可能會惡化關係、破壞長期合約並阻礙投資，所有這些都會阻礙市場的穩定和擴張。最終消費者和企業都受到這種波動的影響。

工業化進展

工業化的發展使得鋼鐵製造、鋁生產、發電等各領域對煅燒無菸煤的需求急劇增加。隨著企業的成長，越來越需要高品質的碳材料來滿足環保標準、提高產品性能、節省能源。市場正在不斷擴大，因為煅燒無菸煤因其品質穩定、含碳量高而成為這些領域的理想材料。此外，由於其在新興市場的工業應用，煅燒無菸煤在國際市場上越來越受歡迎。

供應鏈中斷

煅燒無菸煤市場的供應鏈中斷導致交付延誤、成本增加和庫存短缺，對生產商和消費者都產生影響。物流效率低落、運輸問題和原料短缺造成的中斷影響了生產計畫。結果，公司的盈利下降，營運費用上升。長時間的中斷可能會損害公司與客戶的聯繫，削弱市場信心，並導致市場佔有率流失。

COVID-19 的影響：

由於供應鏈中斷、工業活動減少以及鋼鐵和鑄造等關鍵產業的需求下降，COVID-19 大流行對煅燒無菸煤市場產生了負面影響。由於營運停工和營運限制，產量下降，交貨延遲。然而，隨著產業恢復營運以及冶金、能源和製造業對煅燒無菸煤的需求增加，市場趨於穩定，疫情後的復甦正在推動成長。

預計鑄造業在預測期內將是最大的

鑄造業預計在預測期內將成為最大的行業，因為這種材料是製造高品質鑄件和金屬加工所必需的。由於碳含量高，煅燒無菸煤可以提高導熱性，減少金屬合金中的雜質，並提高鑄造作業的效率。由於製造、汽車和航太等行業的需求不斷增加，鑄造廠現在更頻繁地使用煅燒無菸煤，這導致了市場擴張並推動了應用機會。

預計粉末細分市場在預測期內複合年成長率最高

由於粉末產業在提高工業流程效率方面的優異特性，預計在預測期內複合年成長率最高。粉末狀煅燒無菸煤是生產高級冶金焦的常用原料，具有卓越的性能和低硫含量。提高能源效率和減少環境影響的需求導致鋼鐵、鋁和化學工業的使用增加。成本效益和對各種工業應用的適應性也推動了該領域的擴張。

佔比最大的地區：

預計北美將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率，基礎設施和建築領域的鋼鐵需求不斷成長，以及對節能技術的需求不斷成長，推動市場擴張。向環保方法的轉變進一步增加了需求，並且由於其排放較低，煅燒無菸煤比傳統焦炭更受青睞。工業領域的技術發展和成長都在市場擴張中發揮重要作用。

複合年成長率最高的地區：

由於化學、鋼鐵和鋁業的需求成長及其作為高級碳添加劑的使用，預計亞太地區在預測期內的複合年成長率最高。這種需求是由日益工業化所推動的，特別是在中國和印度。此外，對環保和節能製造技術的日益重視增加了煅燒無菸煤的使用，提高了鋼鐵生產的效率和精度。由於這些趨勢，亞太市場正在以更快的速度成長。

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目錄

第1章執行摘要

第2章 前言

  • 概述
  • 相關利益者
  • 調查範圍
  • 調查方法
    • 資料探勘
    • 資料分析
    • 資料檢驗
    • 研究途徑
  • 研究資訊來源
    • 主要研究資訊來源
    • 二次研究資訊來源
    • 先決條件

第3章市場趨勢分析

  • 促進要素
  • 抑制因素
  • 機會
  • 威脅
  • 應用分析
  • 最終用戶分析
  • 新興市場
  • COVID-19 的影響

第4章波特五力分析

  • 供應商的議價能力
  • 買方議價能力
  • 替代品的威脅
  • 新進入者的威脅
  • 競爭公司之間的敵對關係

第5章全球煅燒無菸煤市場：依類型

  • 標準煅燒無菸煤
  • 優質煅燒無菸煤
  • 超細煅燒無菸煤

第6章全球煅燒無菸煤市場：依形式

  • 塊/壓碎
  • 粉末
  • 造粒

第7章全球煅燒無菸煤市場：依純度

  • 高純煅燒無菸煤
  • 標準純度

第8章全球煅燒無菸煤市場：依生產方式分類

  • 高溫燒成
  • 低溫燒成

第9章全球煅燒無菸煤市場：依應用分類

  • 鋼鐵生產
  • 鋁生產
  • 鑄造廠
  • 碳和石墨工業
  • 其他應用

第10章全球煅燒無菸煤市場：依最終用戶分類

  • 冶金業
  • 化工
  • 電子設備及電池製造
  • 汽車和航太
  • 其他最終用戶

第11章全球煅燒無菸煤市場：按地區

  • 北美洲
    • 美國
    • 加拿大
    • 墨西哥
  • 歐洲
    • 德國
    • 英國
    • 義大利
    • 法國
    • 西班牙
    • 其他歐洲國家
  • 亞太地區
    • 日本
    • 中國
    • 印度
    • 澳洲
    • 紐西蘭
    • 韓國
    • 其他亞太地區
  • 南美洲
    • 阿根廷
    • 巴西
    • 智利
    • 南美洲其他地區
  • 中東/非洲
    • 沙烏地阿拉伯
    • 阿拉伯聯合大公國
    • 卡達
    • 南非
    • 其他中東和非洲

第12章 主要進展

  • 合約、夥伴關係、協作和合資企業
  • 收購和合併
  • 新產品發布
  • 業務拓展
  • 其他關鍵策略

第13章 公司概況

  • Anhui Liuguo Chemical Co., Ltd.
  • Carbon Resources, LLC
  • Carbotec SA
  • Eastern Carbon Co. Ltd.
  • Fushun Shengyang Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • Hongte Trading Group Co., Ltd.
  • Jiangsu Suli Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • Kaifeng Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • Maheshwari Fuel Chem Pvt. Ltd.
  • Refractory Minerals Company
  • Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
  • Tianjin Tianzhu Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • Viva Carbon
  • Xianghe Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • Xuzhou Huatong Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • Yunnan Tin Company Limited
  • Zhengzhou Pingan Carbon Co., Ltd.
Product Code: SMRC28014

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Calcined Anthracite Market is accounted for $3.25 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $4.61 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period. Calcined anthracite is a processed, high-carbon type of anthracite coal that is produced by heating it to high temperatures (usually between 1000 and 1300°C) without the presence of air in a rotary kiln or furnace. By increasing the carbon content and eliminating volatile components, this process-known as calcination-makes it more appropriate for industrial uses. The end product is a hard, dense material with lower impurities and better thermal conductivity, making it perfect for use in foundries, energy production, and the steel and aluminum industries.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Increased Demand in Metallurgy

Increased metallurgy demand drives the Calcined Anthracite market, as it is essential for steel production, foundries, and other metal sectors. The high carbon content of calcined anthracite improves the smelting process, lowers impurities, and improves thermal conductivity, all of which raise the quality of metal alloys. Calcined anthracite is becoming more and more necessary as a carburizer and reducing agent due to the growing demand for premium steel and aluminum, especially in the infrastructure, building, and automotive industries.

Restraint:

Price Volatility

Price fluctuation in the calcined anthracite market can have a variety of detrimental consequences. Both producers and consumers experience uncertainty as a result, which makes budgeting and demand forecasting challenging. Unpredictable pricing fluctuations might lower suppliers' profit margins by raising production expenses. Furthermore, volatility can sour relationships, break long-term agreements, and discourage investment, all of which impede market stability and expansion. End consumers and enterprises are both impacted by this volatility.

Opportunity:

Rising Industrialization

Rising industrialization is dramatically increasing demand for calcined anthracite in a variety of sectors, particularly steel manufacture, aluminum manufacturing, and power generation. High-quality carbon materials are becoming more and more necessary as companies grow in order to meet environmental standards, improve product performance, and save energy. The market is expanding because calcined anthracite is a desirable material in these sectors due to its stable qualities and high carbon content. Furthermore, calcined anthracite is becoming more and more popular in international markets due to industrial uses in developing nations.

Threat:

Supply Chain Disruptions

Supply chain interruptions in the calcined anthracite market can cause delayed deliveries, higher costs, and stock shortages, affecting both producers and consumers. Production schedules are undermined by these disruptions, which might be caused by logistical inefficiencies, transportation problems, or shortages of raw materials. Businesses suffer from decreased profitability and increased operating expenses as a result. Long-term interruptions can harm a company's connections with its customers, undermine market trust, and cause it to lose market share.

Covid-19 Impact:

The COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the Calcined Anthracite market due to supply chain disruptions, reduced industrial activity, and lower demand from key sectors like steel and foundries. Lockdowns and restrictions led to decreased production and delays in delivery. However, recovery post-pandemic is driving growth, as industries resume operations and demand for Calcined Anthracite for metallurgy, energy, and manufacturing rises, stabilizing the market.

The foundry segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The foundry segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period because this material is required in the manufacturing of high-quality casting and metalworking. Because of its high carbon content, calcined anthracite improves heat conductivity and lowers impurities in metal alloys, which increases foundry operations' efficiency. Calcined anthracite is now used more frequently in foundries due to rising demand from sectors including manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace, which is driving market expansion and application opportunities.

The powdered segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The powdered segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period because of its exceptional qualities in raising industrial processes' efficiency. A common ingredient in the manufacture of premium metallurgical coke, powdered calcined anthracite offers superior performance and a lower sulfur level. The need for greater energy efficiency and less environmental effect is driving an increase in its uses in the steel, aluminum, and chemical sectors. The cost-effectiveness and adaptability of this segment in a range of industrial applications are further factors driving its expansion.

Region with largest share:

North America is anticipated to hold the largest market share during the forecast period as the expanding need for steel in infrastructure and construction, together with the growing requirement for energy-efficient technology, is driving market expansion. Its need is further increased by the move toward environmentally friendly methods, where calcined anthracite is favored over conventional coke due to its reduced emissions. Technological developments and the growing industrial sector both have a major role in market expansion.

Region with highest CAGR:

Asia Pacific is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR over the forecast period because of growing demand from the chemical, steel, and aluminum sectors, which use it as a premium carbon addition. This need has been spurred by the region's growing industrialization, particularly in China and India. Furthermore, the usage of calcined anthracite has increased due to the growing emphasis on environmentally friendly and energy-efficient manufacturing techniques, which enhances the efficiency and caliber of steel production. The Asia Pacific market is growing at a much faster rate thanks to this trend.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Calcined Anthracite market include Anhui Liuguo Chemical Co., Ltd., Carbon Resources, LLC, Carbotec S.A., Eastern Carbon Co. Ltd., Fushun Shengyang Carbon Co., Ltd., Hongte Trading Group Co., Ltd., Jiangsu Suli Carbon Co., Ltd., Kaifeng Carbon Co., Ltd., Maheshwari Fuel Chem Pvt. Ltd., Refractory Minerals Company, Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Tianjin Tianzhu Carbon Co., Ltd., Viva Carbon, Xianghe Carbon Co., Ltd., Xuzhou Huatong Carbon Co., Ltd., Yunnan Tin Company Limited and Zhengzhou Pingan Carbon Co., Ltd.

Key Developments:

In September 2024, Yunnan Tin Company and PT Timah, have established a strategic partnership to strengthen their respective positions in the market. The companies agreed to focus on improving efficiency and competitiveness across the supply chain from mineral resource utilization, mining, smelting and refining, trading, and development of downstream products.

In July 2024, Carbotech Group announced a collaboration agreement with Finnish company Finnos, positioning Carbotech as the exclusive distributor of Finnos' innovative products. This partnership aims to enhance wood grading technology in sawmills and planing mills.

Types Covered:

  • Standard Calcined Anthracite
  • High-Quality Calcined Anthracite
  • Ultrafine Calcined Anthracite

Forms Covered:

  • Lump/Crushed
  • Powdered
  • Pelletized

Purity Levels Covered:

  • High Purity Calcined Anthracite
  • Standard Purity

Production Methods Covered:

  • High-Temperature Calcining
  • Low-Temperature Calcining

Applications Covered:

  • Steel Production
  • Aluminum Production
  • Foundry
  • Carbon and Graphite Industries
  • Other Applications

End Users Covered:

  • Metallurgical Industry
  • Chemical Industry
  • Electronics & Battery Manufacturing
  • Automotive and Aerospace
  • Other End Users

Regions Covered:

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • Italy
    • France
    • Spain
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Rest of South America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

  • Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
  • Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
  • Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
  • Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
  • Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
  • Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
  • Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
  • Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Free Customization Offerings:

All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:

  • Company Profiling
    • Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
    • SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
  • Regional Segmentation
    • Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
  • Competitive Benchmarking
    • Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances

Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

  • 2.1 Abstract
  • 2.2 Stake Holders
  • 2.3 Research Scope
  • 2.4 Research Methodology
    • 2.4.1 Data Mining
    • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
    • 2.4.3 Data Validation
    • 2.4.4 Research Approach
  • 2.5 Research Sources
    • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
    • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
    • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Drivers
  • 3.3 Restraints
  • 3.4 Opportunities
  • 3.5 Threats
  • 3.6 Application Analysis
  • 3.7 End User Analysis
  • 3.8 Emerging Markets
  • 3.9 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

  • 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
  • 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
  • 4.3 Threat of substitutes
  • 4.4 Threat of new entrants
  • 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Calcined Anthracite Market, By Type

  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Standard Calcined Anthracite
  • 5.3 High-Quality Calcined Anthracite
  • 5.4 Ultrafine Calcined Anthracite

6 Global Calcined Anthracite Market, By Form

  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Lump/Crushed
  • 6.3 Powdered
  • 6.4 Pelletized

7 Global Calcined Anthracite Market, By Purity Level

  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 High Purity Calcined Anthracite
  • 7.3 Standard Purity

8 Global Calcined Anthracite Market, By Production Method

  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 High-Temperature Calcining
  • 8.3 Low-Temperature Calcining

9 Global Calcined Anthracite Market, By Application

  • 9.1 Introduction
  • 9.2 Steel Production
  • 9.3 Aluminum Production
  • 9.4 Foundry
  • 9.5 Carbon and Graphite Industries
  • 9.6 Other Applications

10 Global Calcined Anthracite Market, By End User

  • 10.1 Introduction
  • 10.2 Metallurgical Industry
  • 10.3 Chemical Industry
  • 10.4 Electronics & Battery Manufacturing
  • 10.5 Automotive and Aerospace
  • 10.6 Other End Users

11 Global Calcined Anthracite Market, By Geography

  • 11.1 Introduction
  • 11.2 North America
    • 11.2.1 US
    • 11.2.2 Canada
    • 11.2.3 Mexico
  • 11.3 Europe
    • 11.3.1 Germany
    • 11.3.2 UK
    • 11.3.3 Italy
    • 11.3.4 France
    • 11.3.5 Spain
    • 11.3.6 Rest of Europe
  • 11.4 Asia Pacific
    • 11.4.1 Japan
    • 11.4.2 China
    • 11.4.3 India
    • 11.4.4 Australia
    • 11.4.5 New Zealand
    • 11.4.6 South Korea
    • 11.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
  • 11.5 South America
    • 11.5.1 Argentina
    • 11.5.2 Brazil
    • 11.5.3 Chile
    • 11.5.4 Rest of South America
  • 11.6 Middle East & Africa
    • 11.6.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 11.6.2 UAE
    • 11.6.3 Qatar
    • 11.6.4 South Africa
    • 11.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

12 Key Developments

  • 12.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
  • 12.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
  • 12.3 New Product Launch
  • 12.4 Expansions
  • 12.5 Other Key Strategies

13 Company Profiling

  • 13.1 Anhui Liuguo Chemical Co., Ltd.
  • 13.2 Carbon Resources, LLC
  • 13.3 Carbotec S.A.
  • 13.4 Eastern Carbon Co. Ltd.
  • 13.5 Fushun Shengyang Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • 13.6 Hongte Trading Group Co., Ltd.
  • 13.7 Jiangsu Suli Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • 13.8 Kaifeng Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • 13.9 Maheshwari Fuel Chem Pvt. Ltd.
  • 13.10 Refractory Minerals Company
  • 13.11 Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
  • 13.12 Tianjin Tianzhu Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • 13.13 Viva Carbon
  • 13.14 Xianghe Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • 13.15 Xuzhou Huatong Carbon Co., Ltd.
  • 13.16 Yunnan Tin Company Limited
  • 13.17 Zhengzhou Pingan Carbon Co., Ltd.

List of Tables

  • Table 1 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 2 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Type (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 3 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Standard Calcined Anthracite (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 4 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By High-Quality Calcined Anthracite (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 5 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Ultrafine Calcined Anthracite (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 6 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Form (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 7 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Lump/Crushed (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 8 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Powdered (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 9 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Pelletized (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 10 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Purity Level (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 11 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By High Purity Calcined Anthracite (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 12 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Standard Purity (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 13 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Production Method (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 14 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By High-Temperature Calcining (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 15 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Low-Temperature Calcining (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 16 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 17 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Steel Production (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 18 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Aluminum Production (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 19 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Foundry (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 20 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Carbon and Graphite Industries (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 21 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 22 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By End User (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 23 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Metallurgical Industry (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 24 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Chemical Industry (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 25 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Electronics & Battery Manufacturing (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 26 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Automotive and Aerospace (2022-2030) ($MN)
  • Table 27 Global Calcined Anthracite Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2022-2030) ($MN)

Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.