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2030 年玻璃添加劑市場預測:按產品、化學品、應用、最終用戶和地區進行的全球分析Glass Additive Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Product, Chemical, Application, End User and By Geography |
根據 Stratistics MRC 的數據,全球玻璃添加劑市場預計在 2024 年達到 15.6 億美元,到 2030 年將達到 22.6 億美元,預測期內的複合年成長率為 6.4%。
玻璃添加劑是添加到玻璃配方中以增強某些特性(如著色性、耐久性、光學透明度和耐熱性)的特殊物質。金屬氧化物、稀土元素和化學改質劑是影響玻璃物理和化學性質的一些添加劑的例子。例如,經常在硼硼矽酸玻璃中添加氧化硼以使其更耐熱,而氧化鐵則用於製造有色和防紫外線的玻璃。此外,氧化鋁和其他添加劑可以提高機械強度,提高玻璃的抗衝擊和抗刮傷能力。
根據聯合國環境規劃署 (UNEP) 的數據,建築物約佔全球能源需求的 34% 和能源及製程相關的二氧化碳 (CO2)排放的 37%。
基礎建設開發建設成長
全球範圍內住宅、商業和工業基礎設施的擴張正在推動對高性能玻璃的需求。公共和私人對節能建築、高層建築和智慧城市的投資,導致強度、絕緣性和耐用性更高的玻璃的使用增加。氧化鋁、二氧化鈦和氧化硼是玻璃添加劑的例子,它們可以增強機械性能,使玻璃更能抵抗機械衝擊和熱應力。此外,由於 LEED 等綠建築認證的趨勢,低輻射(Low-E) 玻璃和調光玻璃在建築師和工程師中也越來越受歡迎。
製造成本高,生產資本密集
在玻璃中添加添加劑的過程非常耗費資金,需要精密的設備、高溫爐和嚴格的化學控制。金屬氧化物、稀土元素和特殊化合物等原料的加工和精製成本大大增加了製造成本。進行嚴格的品質檢查並維持受控的製造條件進一步增加了營運成本。此外,中小企業通常很難與擁有先進生產技術並能享受規模經濟的大型製造商競爭。
節能智慧玻璃需求不斷成長
玻璃添加劑可以改善玻璃的熱性能、光學性能和功能性能。隨著全球大力推行能源效率和環保建築實踐,玻璃添加劑正經歷強勁成長。隨著住宅和商業建築中電致變色、感溫變色和光致變色玻璃的使用日益增多,對能夠動態控制光和熱傳輸的稀土元素、金屬氧化物和摻雜劑等專用添加劑的需求也隨之增加。此外,氣候條件惡劣的地區對具有先進塗層的熱反射和日光控制玻璃的需求很高,這為玻璃添加劑製造商創造了一個盈利的市場。
與其他技術和材料的競爭
玻璃添加劑市場面臨的威脅是使用替代材料,如聚碳酸酯、丙烯酸玻璃、陶瓷和先進聚合物,這些材料提供重量輕、抗衝擊、經濟高效的解決方案,因此可以在各種應用中取代傳統玻璃。例如,聚碳酸酯和丙烯酸廣泛用於汽車擋風玻璃、電子顯示器和建築嵌裝玻璃,提供類似的光學清晰度和強度,但更耐碎。陶瓷基材料在高溫應用中也越來越受歡迎,減少了航太和國防等產業對玻璃的需求。此外,石墨烯基透明導體和塑膠製成的軟性顯示器的出現進一步推動了對特種玻璃添加劑的需求。
由於供應鏈中斷、勞動力短缺、工業活動放緩以及原料價格波動,COVID-19疫情對玻璃添加劑市場產生了重大影響。由於封鎖和限制措施導致製造工廠暫時關閉,玻璃添加劑中使用的金屬氧化物、稀土元素和特殊化學品等關鍵原料的生產和運輸被推遲。建設產業和汽車業是玻璃添加劑的主要用戶,由於計劃取消、汽車產量減少和經濟狀況不穩定,這兩個行業的需求有所下降。然而,隨著安全和衛生變得至關重要,疫情也增加了對抗菌和自清潔玻璃塗層的需求,特別是在家用電器、公共基礎設施和醫療保健領域。
金屬氧化物部分預計在預測期內將達到最大幅度成長
預計預測期內金屬氧化物部分將佔據最大的市場佔有率。金屬氧化物可提高玻璃的機械強度、耐熱性、光學品質和顏色,使其成為消費品、電子、汽車、建築和其他領域必不可少的材料。此外,工業設備、烹調器具和實驗室玻璃器皿等高溫應用的硼矽酸玻璃通常含有氧化硼和氧化鋁。金屬氧化物添加劑的使用也受到對智慧、節能玻璃解決方案日益成長的需求的推動,特別是對於太陽能控制和綠色建築應用。
預計預測期內鈦產業將以最高的複合年成長率成長。
預計預測期內鈦產業將呈現最高成長率。玻璃中通常會添加二氧化鈦 (TiO2) 來改善耐用性、不透明度和抗紫外線等特性。二氧化鈦廣泛應用於電子、汽車和建築等對提高玻璃性能至關重要的領域。隨著消費者對耐用、節能玻璃產品的需求增加,鈦金屬市場也隨之成長。此外,由於 TiO2 具有自清潔和抗反射膜,因此也是太陽能板、建築玻璃和高性能顯示器的重要組成部分。此外,對更環保、更智慧的玻璃解決方案的日益重視也加速了 TiO2 的採用。
預計預測期內歐洲地區將佔據最大的市場佔有率。歐洲強大的玻璃製造業和鼓勵節能建築的嚴格法律是這一優勢的關鍵。法國、德國、義大利、俄羅斯、西班牙和英國等國家佔據了相當一部分市場佔有率,這得益於其成熟的終端使用產業和對新產品創新研發的高額投資。此外,裝飾玻璃、智慧玻璃和高性能塗料的需求不斷成長,推動了高性能玻璃添加劑的使用。政府對低碳材料、循環經濟計劃的激勵措施以及對永續性的日益關注正在促進該地區市場的擴張。
預計預測期內亞太地區將呈現最高的複合年成長率。該地區汽車和建築業的擴張是快速成長的主要動力,尤其是在中國和印度等工業化和都市化正在加速的國家。這些產業對耐用、節能的玻璃產品的需求日益增加,需要使用尖端玻璃添加劑來提高強度、防紫外線和耐熱性等品質。此外,亞太地區消費品和電子產品市場的成長也支持了特種玻璃添加劑的廣泛使用,幫助該地區鞏固了全球成長最快市場的地位。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Glass Additive Market is accounted for $1.56 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $2.26 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 6.4% during the forecast period. Glass additives are specialty substances added to glass formulations to improve certain qualities like coloration, durability, optical clarity, and heat resistance. Metal oxides, rare earth elements, and chemical modifiers are examples of these additives that affect the physical and chemical properties of glass. For instance, boron oxide is frequently added to borosilicate glass to increase its thermal resistance, whereas iron oxide is used to make tinted or UV-blocking glass. Moreover, alumina and other additives increase mechanical strength, which increases glass's resistance to impacts and scratches.
According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), buildings account for approximately 34% of global energy demand and 37% of energy and process-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.
Growth in infrastructure development and construction
The expansion of residential, commercial, and industrial infrastructure globally is significantly driving the demand for high-performance glass. The use of glass with improved strength, thermal insulation, and durability is growing as a result of public and private sector investments in energy-efficient buildings, skyscrapers, and smart cities. Alumina, titanium dioxide, and boron oxide are examples of glass additives that enhance mechanical qualities and increase glass's resistance to mechanical impact and heat stress. Additionally, low-emissivity (Low-E) and solar control glass, which depend on particular additives to achieve desired performance, are also becoming more and more popular among architects and engineers due to the growing trend of green building certifications like LEED.
High manufacturing costs and capital-intensive production
The process of adding additives to glass is very capital-intensive and necessitates advanced equipment, high-temperature furnaces, and exact chemical control. Production costs are greatly increased by the cost of processing and refining raw materials such as metal oxides, rare earth elements, and specialty compounds. Operational costs are further increased by enforcing strict quality checks and maintaining controlled manufacturing conditions. Furthermore, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) frequently find it difficult to compete with larger manufacturers who can afford advanced production techniques and enjoy the benefits of economies of scale.
Increasing demand for energy-efficient and intelligent glass
Glass additives that improve the thermal, optical, and functional qualities of glass are seeing significant growth as a result of the global movement toward energy efficiency and environmentally friendly building practices. The need for specialized additives like rare earth elements, metal oxides, and dopants that allow for dynamic control of light and heat transmission is being driven by the growing use of electro chromic, thermo chromic, and photo chromic glass in residential and commercial buildings. Additionally, areas with harsh weather conditions have a high demand for heat-reflective glass with advanced coatings and solar control glass, creating a profitable market for glass additive manufacturers.
Competition from other technologies and materials
A growing threat to the glass additive market is the use of alternative materials like polycarbonate, acrylic glass, ceramics, and advanced polymers, which provide lightweight, impact-resistant, and cost-effective solutions that, can replace traditional glass in a variety of applications. For instance, polycarbonate and acrylic are widely used in automotive windshields, electronic displays, and architectural glazing, offering similar optical clarity and strength but being more resistant to breakage; ceramic-based materials are also becoming more popular in high-temperature applications, which reduces the need for glass in industries like aerospace and defense; and the emergence of graphene-based transparent conductors and flexible displays made of plastic further challenges the demand for specialized glass additives.
Due to supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, decreased industrial activity, and fluctuating raw material prices, the COVID-19 pandemic had a major effect on the glass additive market. Production and shipments of vital raw materials, including metal oxides, rare earth elements, and specialty chemicals used in glass additives, were delayed as a result of lockdowns and restrictions that caused manufacturing facilities to temporarily close. Major users of glass additives, the construction and automotive sectors, saw a decline in demand as a result of cancelled projects, lower car production, and unstable economic conditions. However, as safety and hygiene became top concerns, the pandemic also increased demand for antimicrobial and self-cleaning glass coatings, especially in consumer electronics, public infrastructure, and healthcare.
The Metal Oxide segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The Metal Oxide segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period. Metal oxides are essential in sectors like consumer goods, electronics, automotive, and construction because they improve the mechanical strength, thermal resistance, optical qualities, and coloration of glass. Moreover, borosilicate glass for high-temperature applications, such as industrial equipment, cookware, and laboratory glassware, frequently contains boron oxide and aluminum oxide. The use of metal oxide additives is also being fueled by the rising demand for smart and energy-efficient glass solutions, especially in solar control and green building applications.
The Titanium segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the forecast period, the Titanium segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate. Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is frequently added to glass to improve qualities like durability, opacity, and UV resistance. It is widely used in sectors where better glass performance is crucial, such as electronics, automotive, and construction. The market's titanium segment has grown as a result of consumers' growing desire for long-lasting and energy-efficient glass products. Additionally, TiO2 is also a crucial part of solar panels, architectural glass, and high-performance displays because it is utilized in self-cleaning and anti-reflective coatings. Its adoption is also accelerated by the growing emphasis on eco-friendly and smart glass solutions.
During the forecast period, the Europe region is expected to hold the largest market share. Europe's strong glass manufacturing industry and strict laws encouraging energy-efficient construction are responsible for this dominance. Due to their well-established end-use industries and large investments in R&D for new product innovation, nations like France, Germany, Italy, Russia, Spain, and the United Kingdom account for a sizable portion of this market share. Furthermore, the use of advanced glass additives is being propelled by the growing demand for decorative glass, smart glass, and high-performance coatings. Government incentives for low-carbon materials, circular economy projects, and the increased emphasis on sustainability all contribute to the region's market expansion.
Over the forecast period, the Asia-Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR. The region's expanding automotive and construction sectors are the main drivers of this quick growth, especially in nations like China and India where industrialization and urbanization are accelerating. These industries' growing need for long-lasting and energy-efficient glass products makes the use of cutting-edge glass additives necessary to improve qualities like strength, UV protection, and thermal resistance. Furthermore, the Asia-Pacific region's growing consumer goods and electronics markets support the growing use of specialty glass additives, securing the region's top spot as the world's fastest-growing market.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Glass Additive market include BASF SE, Torrecid Group, Saint-Gobain Inc, Ardagh Group S.A., Schott AG, DuPont Inc, Ferro Corporation, Air Products and Chemicals Inc., Corning Incorporated, PPG Industries, Metall Rare Earth Limited, Bayer Material Science, Arkema Group, Covestro AG and Nippon Electric Glass Co., Ltd.
In October 2024, BASF and AM Green B.V. have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly evaluate and develop low-carbon chemical production projects in India, utilizing renewable energy. The agreement was signed by Dr. Markus Kamieth, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of BASF SE, and Mahesh Kolli, Group President of AM Green, during the Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business 2024 held in New Delhi.
In August 2024, Saint-Gobain has entered a definitive agreement to acquire OVNIVER Group, a company specialising in the construction chemicals market in Mexico and Central America, for $815m in cash. This acquisition is a move to bolster Saint-Gobain's global presence in the construction chemicals sector, following previous acquisitions of Chryso, GCP, and the ongoing FOSROC deal.
In March 2024, Ardagh Glass Packaging-North America (AGP-North America has partnered with Stevens Point Brewery to locally supply the brewery's glass beer bottles. The partnership connects Stevens Point Brewery with AGP-North America's Burlington, Wis., glass manufacturing facility, helping to keep the brewery's promise to source local products and incorporate sustainable practices into its operations.
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.