Building a Stronger Future: The Expanding Role of Calcium Carbonate in Key Industries
The global calcium carbonate market was valued at approximately USD 47.53 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6% from 2024 to 2030. This growth is driven by a number of key factors, including the increasing demand for paper and packaging materials, as well as the expanding use of calcium carbonate in various industries such as construction, plastics, paint and coatings, and personal care products. The U.S. has long been a prominent market for calcium carbonate, primarily driven by high demand from industries such as paints & coatings, adhesives & sealants, and paper manufacturing. Among these sectors, paper production remains the largest application segment, with the U.S. being one of the world's largest paper manufacturers. The extensive use of calcium carbonate in paper production—both as ...