North America Specialty Silica Market Size & Outlook

The specialty silica market in North America is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 2,339.5 million by 2027. A compound annual growth rate of 6.1% is expected of North America specialty silica market from 2020 to 2027.
Revenue, 2019 (US$M)
$1,457.9
Forecast, 2027 (US$M)
$2,339.5
CAGR, 2020 - 2027
6.1%
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North America specialty silica market highlights

  • The North America specialty silica market generated a revenue of USD 1,457.9 million in 2019.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2020 to 2027.
  • In terms of segment, precipitated silica was the largest revenue generating product in 2019.
  • Fused Silica is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2020 to 2027.


North America data book summary

Market revenue in 2019USD 1,457.9 million
Market revenue in 2027USD 2,339.5 million
Growth rate6.1% (CAGR from 2019 to 2027)
Largest segmentPrecipitated silica
Fastest growing segmentFused Silica
Historical data covered2016 - 2018
Base year for estimation2019
Forecast period covered2020 - 2027
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationPrecipitated Silica, Fumed Silica, Fused Silica, Silica Gel, Colloidal Silica
Key market players worldwideElkem ASA Ordinary Shares, Evonik Industries AG, Nouryon, PPG Industries Inc, Tosoh Corp, Wacker Chemie AG


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, North America region accounted for 23.7% of the global specialty silica market in 2019.
  • Globally, Asia Pacific is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2027.
  • Asia Pacific is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 4,276.2 million by 2027.

Precipitated silica was the largest segment with a revenue share of 33.66% in 2019. Horizon Databook has segmented the North America specialty silica market based on precipitated silica, fumed silica, fused silica, silica gel, colloidal silica covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2016 to 2027.


North America was the second largest market in 2019 of the global specialty silica market. Factors such as growing automotive industry, a significant rise in the number of R&D projects, and rapid technological developments are expected to boost the demand for specialty silica in the region.

According to the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association, the demand for high-performance tires in the U.S. continues to rise past 10 years. The demand is attributable to the automotive aftermarket. Specialty silica offers high efficiency and various advantages to the tires; therefore, the propelling tire industry is anticipated to have a positive influence on market growth.

Precipitated silica was the leading product and fastest growing segment in the region. Increased consumption of precipitated silica can be attributed to the rising demand from paints & coatings and tire industries. The growth is also attributable to the increased product demand from refractory industry, especially for fused silica.

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