Diatomite Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)

Diatomite Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)


The global diatomite market, valued at US$ 1.7 billion in 2024, is poised for substantial growth, with projections indicating it will reach US$ 2.6 billion by 2031. This upward trajectory is expected to be driven by a robust growth during the forecast period from 2024 to 2031.

Diatomite's Versatile Role in Construction Industry

Diatomite, a sedimentary, porous rock formed by the aggregation of remnant diatoms, plays a crucial role in the construction industry. It enhances the quality of concrete and cement, and its use extends to creating heat-insulating bricks with various binders. Diatomite possesses several attributes, including high porosity, low density, abrasiveness, insulating characteristics, and high silica content, making it a favored choice in construction.

The global construction industry's remarkable growth is expected to be a key driver of diatomite demand during the forecast period.

Market Resilience Post-COVID-19 Pandemic

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on various industries, including agriculture. Diatomite, known for its use in agricultural pesticides, rodenticides, and fungicides due to its dehydration properties, faced challenges due to production and marketing disruptions.

However, the diatomite market is poised for a resurgence as the global economy recovers. The growing adoption of safe painting solutions and pent-up demand are expected to fuel market growth in the coming years.

North America Leading the Way

North America is expected to be at the forefront of the global diatomite market during the forecast period. Factors such as a rising population and technological advancements in countries like Canada and the United States are projected to drive demand for diatomite in the region.

North America boasts the highest number of diatomite producers, with companies like EP Minerals, Imerys S.A, Calgon Carbon Corporation, Diatomit CJSC, and Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd leading the industry. The United States, in particular, stands out as the leading diatomite producer globally, thanks to its extensive diatomite deposits in states like Nevada, California, Oregon, and Washington.

Asia Pacific Emerging as a Strong Market

Following North America, the Asia Pacific region is expected to emerge as a prominent player in the diatomite market. Increased demand from the healthcare and medical industries, industrial applications, and crop protection chemicals is driving growth in the region. China is anticipated to be a major diatomite producer in Asia Pacific, with countries like Australia, South Korea, India, and Japan also presenting significant growth opportunities for the global diatomite market.

About Diatomite

Diatomite, also known as diatomaceous earth, is a naturally occurring fossilized material composed primarily of silica. It is mined and extracted through a complex process involving heavy earthmoving equipment and extensive processing facilities. Diatomite is known for its remarkable ability to absorb liquid three times its weight, making it a versatile material used in various applications.

The diatomite market has been driven by its use in water treatment, crop protection chemicals, absorbents, filtration media, and more. It finds applications in industries ranging from chemistry, abrasives, and agriculture to healthcare and thermal cookers.

Challenges Ahead

While diatomite has witnessed significant growth, health regulations associated with its usage are expected to present challenges to the market in the coming years.

Key Manufacturers

Key players in the diatomite market include,
• Eagle-Picher Industries Inc.
• Celite Corp.
• Moltan Co
• Grefco Minerals, Inc.

Diatomite Industry Research Segmentation

By Type:
• Natural
• Calcined
• Flux Calcined

By Application:
• Filter Aids
• Fillers
• Absorbents
• Construction Materials
• Others

By Region:
• North America
• Latin America
• Europe
• South Asia
• East Asia
• Oceania
• Middle East & Africa

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1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global Diatomite Market Snapshot
1.2. Future Projections
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Regional Snapshot, by Value, 2023
1.5. Analyst Recommendations
2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.2. Restraints
2.2.3. Market Opportunities
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
2.5. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
2.5.1. Supply
2.5.2. Demand
2.6. Impact of Ukraine-Russia Conflict
2.7. Economic Overview
2.7.1. World Economic Projections
2.8. PESTLE Analysis
3. Global Diatomite Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
3.1. Global Diatomite Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
3.1.1. Key Highlights
3.1.1.1. Calcined
3.1.1.2. Flux-Calcined
3.1.1.3. Natural
3.2. Global Diatomite Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
3.2.1. Key Highlights
3.2.1.1. Filter Aids
3.2.1.2. Cementitious Materials
3.2.1.3. Fillers
3.2.1.4. Absorbents
3.2.1.5. Others
3.3. Global Diatomite Market Outlook, by Region, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
3.3.1. Key Highlights
3.3.1.1. North America
3.3.1.2. Europe
3.3.1.3. Asia Pacific
3.3.1.4. Latin America
3.3.1.5. Middle East & Africa
4. North America Diatomite Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
4.1. North America Diatomite Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.1.1. Key Highlights
4.1.1.1. Calcined
4.1.1.2. Flux-Calcined
4.1.1.3. Natural
4.2. North America Diatomite Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.2.1. Key Highlights
4.2.1.1. Filter Aids
4.2.1.2. Cementitious Materials
4.2.1.3. Fillers
4.2.1.4. Absorbents
4.2.1.5. Others
4.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
4.3. North America Diatomite Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.3.1. Key Highlights
4.3.1.1. U.S. Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.3.1.2. U.S. Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.3.1.3. Canada Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.3.1.4. Canada Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
5. Europe Diatomite Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
5.1. Europe Diatomite Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.1.1. Key Highlights
5.1.1.1. Calcined
5.1.1.2. Flux-Calcined
5.1.1.3. Natural
5.2. Europe Diatomite Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.2.1. Key Highlights
5.2.1.1. Filter Aids
5.2.1.2. Cementitious Materials
5.2.1.3. Fillers
5.2.1.4. Absorbents
5.2.1.5. Others
5.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
5.3. Europe Diatomite Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1. Key Highlights
5.3.1.1. Germany Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.2. Germany Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.3. U.K. Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.4. U.K. Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.5. France Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.6. France Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.7. Italy Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.8. Italy Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.9. Turkey Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.10. Turkey Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.11. Russia Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.12. Russia Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.13. Rest of Europe Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1.14. Rest of Europe Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6. Asia Pacific Diatomite Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
6.1. Asia Pacific Diatomite Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.1.1. Key Highlights
6.1.1.1. Calcined
6.1.1.2. Flux-Calcined
6.1.1.3. Natural
6.2. Asia Pacific Diatomite Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.2.1. Key Highlights
6.2.1.1. Filter Aids
6.2.1.2. Cementitious Materials
6.2.1.3. Fillers
6.2.1.4. Absorbents
6.2.1.5. Others
6.2.2. Others BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6.3. Asia Pacific Diatomite Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1. Key Highlights
6.3.1.1. China Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.2. China Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.3. Japan Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.4. Japan Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.5. South Korea Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.6. South Korea Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.7. India Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.8. India Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.9. Southeast Asia Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.10. Southeast Asia Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.11. Rest of Asia Pacific Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1.12. Rest of Asia Pacific Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7. Latin America Diatomite Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
7.1. Latin America Diatomite Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.1.1. Key Highlights
7.1.1.1. Calcined
7.1.1.2. Flux-Calcined
7.1.1.3. Natural
7.2. Latin America Diatomite Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.2.1.1. Filter Aids
7.2.1.2. Cementitious Materials
7.2.1.3. Fillers
7.2.1.4. Absorbents
7.2.1.5. Others
7.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7.3. Latin America Diatomite Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1. Key Highlights
7.3.1.1. Brazil Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.2. Brazil Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.3. Mexico Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.4. Mexico Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.5. Argentina Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.6. Argentina Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.7. Rest of Latin America Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1.8. Rest of Latin America Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8. Middle East & Africa Diatomite Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
8.1. Middle East & Africa Diatomite Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.1.1. Key Highlights
8.1.1.1. Calcined
8.1.1.2. Flux-Calcined
8.1.1.3. Natural
8.2. Middle East & Africa Diatomite Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.2.1. Key Highlights
8.2.1.1. Filter Aids
8.2.1.2. Cementitious Materials
8.2.1.3. Fillers
8.2.1.4. Absorbents
8.2.1.5. Others
8.2.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8.3. Middle East & Africa Diatomite Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1. Key Highlights
8.3.1.1. GCC Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.2. GCC Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.3. South Africa Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.4. South Africa Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.5. Egypt Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.6. Egypt Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.7. Nigeria Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.8. Nigeria Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.9. Rest of Middle East & Africa Diatomite Market by Type, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1.10. Rest of Middle East & Africa Diatomite Market by Application, Value (US$ Bn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Manufacturer vs by Application Heatmap
9.2. Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
9.3. Competitive Dashboard
9.4. Company Profiles
9.4.1. Eagle-Picher Industries Inc.
9.4.1.1. Company Overview
9.4.1.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.1.3. Financial Overview
9.4.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.2. Celite Corp.
9.4.2.1. Company Overview
9.4.2.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.2.3. Financial Overview
9.4.2.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.3. Moltan Co
9.4.3.1. Company Overview
9.4.3.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.3.3. Financial Overview
9.4.3.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.4. Grefco Minerals, Inc.
9.4.4.1. Company Overview
9.4.4.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.4.3. Financial Overview
9.4.4.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.5. EP Minerals
9.4.5.1. Company Overview
9.4.5.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.5.3. Financial Overview
9.4.5.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.6. Calgon Carbon Corporation
9.4.6.1. Company Overview
9.4.6.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.6.3. Financial Overview
9.4.6.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.7. DIC Corporation
9.4.7.1. Company Overview
9.4.7.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.7.3. Financial Overview
9.4.7.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.8. Showa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
9.4.8.1. Company Overview
9.4.8.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.8.3. Financial Overview
9.4.8.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.9. Imerys SA
9.4.9.1. Company Overview
9.4.9.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.9.3. Financial Overview
9.4.9.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.4.10. Dicalite Management Group.,LLC.
9.4.10.1. Company Overview
9.4.10.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.10.3. Financial Overview
9.4.10.4. Business Strategies and Development
10. Appendix
10.1. Research Methodology
10.2. Report Assumptions
10.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations

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