Wood Activated Carbon Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Type (Granular, Powdered, Others); By Application (Gas Phase, Liquid Phase); By End-User; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2024 - 2032

Wood Activated Carbon Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Type (Granular, Powdered, Others); By Application (Gas Phase, Liquid Phase); By End-User; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2024 - 2032

The global wood activated carbon market size is expected to reach USD 10.26 billion by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Wood Activated Carbon Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Type (Granular, Powdered, Others); By Application (Gas Phase, Liquid Phase); By End-User; By Region; Segment Forecast, 2024 - 2032” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

Wood activated carbon is a versatile and eco-friendly material that has gained increasing attention in various industries due to its exceptional adsorption properties. It is derived from wood, typically from sources like coconut shells, sawdust, or wood chips, through a carbonization process. This environmentally sustainable product finds applications in water treatment, air purification, gas adsorption, and many other fields.

Rising apprehensions surrounding air pollution and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have resulted in an escalating requirement for wood activated carbon within air purification systems. This substantial demand has played a pivotal role in facilitating both indoor and outdoor air quality. Wood activated carbon is currently under exploration for emerging applications, including its incorporation in supercapacitors, as catalyst supports, and in the pharmaceutical sector. These innovative applications are broadening the market's scope and enriching its range of uses.

Moreover, wood-based activated carbon is considered more sustainable than other sources like coal or petroleum-based carbon. This sustainable characteristic appeals to environmentally conscious consumers and companies. Also, wood activated carbon's versatility, from industrial purification to pharmaceuticals and energy storage, provides diverse revenue streams and growth opportunities for manufacturers and suppliers.

The increasing global population stands as a pivotal driver behind the expansion of various industries and heightened agricultural endeavors. These activities necessitate the availability of clean and potable water, consequently leading to an escalating demand for water treatment solutions. To meet the surging water demand and maintain groundwater levels, water treatment facilities play a crucial role, thus propelling the growth of the Wood Activated Carbon Market in the foreseeable future. This growth is attributed to the widespread utilization of wood activated carbon for purposes such as filtration, the removal of organic compounds, purification, odor and taste control. Its efficacy in these applications is attributed to its high porosity, capabilities in gas and liquid phase adsorption, and other exceptional features.

Wood Activated Carbon Market Report Highlights

The granular segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the projected period on account of growing environmental concerns and stringent regulations

The gas phase segment accounted for the largest market share in 2022, which is mainly driven by high absorption capacity and higher performance

The water treatment segment held a significant market revenue share in 2022, mainly due to the growing population, industrialization

Asia Pacific region dominated the market with majority share in 2022, owing to economic development, rising environmental consciousness, and the increasing industrialization

The global key market players include Boyce Carbon, Calgon Carbon Corporation (a Kuraray Company), Cabot Norit Activated Carbon, CarbUSA, CarboTech AC GmbH, and Osaka Gas Chemicals Co., Ltd.

Polaris Market Research has segmented the wood activated carbon market report based on type, application, end-user, and region:

Wood Activated Carbon, Type Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)

Granular

Powdered

Others

Wood Activated Carbon, Application Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)

Gas Phase

Liquid Phase

Wood Activated Carbon, End-User Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)

Automotive & Transportation

Water Treatment

Food & Beverage

Healthcare

Air Purification

Others

Wood Activated Carbon, Regional Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)

North America

U.S.

Canada

Europe

Germany

UK

France

Italy

Spain

Russia

Netherlands

Asia Pacific

China

India

Japan

South Korea

Indonesia

Malaysia

Latin America

Argentina

Brazil

Mexico

Middle East & Africa

UAE

Saudi Arabia

Israel

South Africa