Nano calcium carbonate is an advanced form of precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC) which is produced through controlled carbonation reaction at the nano scale. Nano-sized calcium carbonate particles provide unique properties as compared to regular calcium carbonate such as high optical brightness, excellent smoothness and improved mechanical strength. These superior properties have enabled wider applications of nano calcium carbonate in paper, plastic, rubber and paint industries where it is used as a functional filler and coating material. Global nano calcium carbonate market growth is driven by significant growth in the end-use industries and stricter environmental regulations regarding the use of toxic pigments and fillers. However, availability of substitutes may hamper the market growth to some extent during the forecast period.
Market Dynamics:
Global nano calcium carbonate market growth is driven by rising demand from paper, plastic and rubber industries. Nano calcium carbonate improves mechanical properties and provides smoother finish when used as a pigment extender in paper, plastic and rubber applications. In the paint industry, it is increasingly replacing toxic pigments such as lead, and improves hiding power and brightness of paints. Major restraint for the market growth is availability of substitute products such as kaolin and talc which perform similar functionalities at lower cost. However, nano calcium carbonate offers better performance attributes compared to substitutes which helps overcome this restraint. Opportunity for the market lies in development of modified and coated grades of nano calcium carbonate for specialty applications in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and food industries. Stringent environmental regulations regarding usage of toxic minerals and growing focus on eco-friendly products also works in favor of nano calcium carbonate market.
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