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フェロシリコン市場レポート:タイプ、用途、エンドユーザー、地域別、2024年~2032年Ferrosilicon Market Report by Type (Atomized Ferrosilicon, Milled Ferrosilicon), Application (Deoxidizer, Inoculant, and Others), End User (Carbon and Other Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel, Electric Steel, Cast Iron, and Others), and Region 2024-2032 |
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フェロシリコン市場レポート:タイプ、用途、エンドユーザー、地域別、2024年~2032年 |
出版日: 2024年07月01日
発行: IMARC
ページ情報: 英文 141 Pages
納期: 2~3営業日
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世界のフェロシリコン市場規模は2023年に123億米ドルに達しました。今後、IMARC Groupは、2024年から2032年にかけて2.19%の成長率(CAGR)を示し、2032年までに市場は150億米ドルに達すると予測しています。様々な産業における鉄鋼および派生品の需要拡大、電子機器製造における半導体の採用増加、インフラ開発プロジェクトの増加などが、市場を推進している主な要因です。
フェロシリコンは鉄とシリコンを主成分とする合金で、用途に応じてこれらの元素の濃度を変えることができます。溶融金属中の酸素含有量を減らし、不純物を最小限に抑えて望ましい材料特性を実現する上で重要な役割を果たします。強度、耐久性、耐熱性を向上させることで、鉄や鋼の特性を高めるのに役立ちます。フェロシリコンは冶金産業において脱酸剤や合金化剤として鉄鋼生産に広く利用されているため、世界的に需要が増加しています。
現在、世界中の大衆の間で電気自動車(EV)の採用が増加しており、市場の成長を強化しています。これに加えて、自動車産業における性能向上のための軽量・高強度材料への需要の高まりが、市場の見通しに明るさをもたらしています。また、風力タービン部品やソーラーパネルの製造に耐久性と耐食性に優れた材料の採用が増加していることも、市場の成長を後押ししています。さらに、航空宇宙産業向けの特殊合金の需要が高まっていることも、市場の成長に寄与しています。これとは別に、効率的な建設材料へのニーズの高まりは、業界の投資家に有利な成長機会を提供しています。さらに、環境における二酸化炭素排出量を削減するための環境に優しい材料の開発が、市場の成長を後押ししています。
鉄鋼および派生品の需要増加
建設、インフラ、自動車産業における鉄鋼とその派生品の需要の高まりが市場の成長に寄与しています。これに伴い、フェロシリコンは鉄鋼生産における主要な合金化剤であり、材料の強度、耐久性、耐熱性を高める。これに加えて、自動車の性能を高めるために自動車分野でこの合金の採用が増加していることも、市場の成長を後押ししています。一方、この合金は世界中で建設目的に広く利用されています。さらに、フェロシリコンは鉄鋼製造プロセスの主要成分であるため、その需要も増加しています。
半導体の採用増加
フェロシリコンは、半導体製造に使用される基本材料である高品質のシリコンを製造する上で重要な役割を果たしています。半導体は特定の条件下で電気を通すことができ、現代の技術進歩に欠かせないものです。さらに、エレクトロニクス、通信、自動車、ヘルスケア産業で広く利用されています。これとは別に、スマートフォン、コンピューター、モノのインターネット(IoT)機器などの電子機器の採用が増加していることも、市場の成長に寄与しています。さらに、半導体はこれらの機器において、データ処理やストレージから通信や自動化まで幅広い機能を実現します。小型化など、半導体製造における絶え間ない技術革新が、市場の見通しに明るさをもたらしています。
インフラ開発プロジェクトの増加
建設活動やインフラ開発プロジェクトの増加が市場の成長を支えています。これに伴い、新興経済諸国では急速な都市化によりインフラ開発プロジェクトが増加しています。スマートシティ開発への注目が高まっていることも、市場の成長に寄与しています。このほか、各国の行政機関が近代的な交通網、エネルギー施設、商業スペースの建設に投資しており、これが市場にプラスの影響を与えています。こうした開発には、世界中で膨大な量の鉄鋼が必要となります。さらに、接続性の強化、交通量の削減、エネルギー効率の向上、生活の質の向上への注目も高まっています。
The global ferrosilicon market size reached US$ 12.3 Billion in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 15.0 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.19% during 2024-2032. The growing demand for steel and derivatives in various industries, rising adoption of semiconductors for producing several electronic devices, and increasing number of infrastructure development projects are some of the major factors propelling the market.
Ferrosilicon is an alloy that is primarily composed of iron and silicon, with varying concentrations of these elements depending on the specific application. It can reduce the oxygen content in molten metal and plays a crucial role in minimizing impurities and achieving desired material characteristics. It assists in enhancing the properties of iron and steel by improving their strength, durability, and heat resistance. As it is widely utilized in the metallurgical industry as a deoxidizer and alloying agent in the production of iron and steel, the demand for ferrosilicon is increasing worldwide.
At present, the rising adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) among the masses across the globe is strengthening the market growth. Besides this, the growing demand for lightweight and high-strength materials for improved performance in the automotive industry is offering a positive market outlook. In addition, the increasing adoption of durable and corrosion-resistant materials for manufacturing wind turbine components and solar panels is bolstering the growth of the market. Moreover, the rising demand to create specialty alloys for the aerospace industry is contributing to the growth of the market. Apart from this, the increasing need for efficient construction materials is offering lucrative growth opportunities to industry investors. Furthermore, the rising development of eco-friendly materials to reduce carbon footprint in the environment is propelling the growth of the market.
Rising demand for steel and derivatives
The rising demand for steel and its derivatives in the construction, infrastructure, and automotive industries is contributing to the growth of the market. In line with this, ferrosilicon is a key alloying agent in steel production that enhances the strength, durability, and resistance to the heat of the material. Besides this, the rising adoption of this alloy in the automotive sector to enhance the performance of vehicles is bolstering the growth of the market. On the other hand, it is widely utilized for construction purposes around the world. Furthermore, there is an increase in the demand for ferrosilicon, as it is a key component in the steel manufacturing process.
Increasing adoption of semiconductors
Ferrosilicon plays a crucial role in the production of high-quality silicon, which is a fundamental material used in semiconductor manufacturing. Semiconductors can conduct electricity under certain conditions that are essential in modern technological advancements. In addition, they are widely utilized in electronics, telecommunications, automotive, and healthcare industries. Apart from this, the rising adoption of electronic devices, such as smartphones, computers, and the Internet of Things (IoT) devices, is contributing to the growth of the market. Furthermore, semiconductors enable functionalities ranging from data processing and storage to communication and automation in these devices. Continuous innovations in semiconductor manufacturing, such as miniaturization, are offering a positive market outlook.
Growing number of infrastructure development projects
The rising number of construction activities and infrastructure development projects is supporting the growth of the market. In line with this, emerging economies are witnessing a rise in infrastructure development projects due to rapid urbanization. The growing focus on smart city development is contributing to the growth of the market. Besides this, governing agencies of various countries are investing in building modern transportation networks, energy facilities, and commercial spaces, which is positively influencing the market. These developments require huge amounts of steel around the world. Furthermore, there is a rise in the focus on enhanced connectivity, reduced transportation traffic, increased energy efficiency, and better quality of life.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global ferrosilicon market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on type, application and end user.
Atomized Ferrosilicon
Milled Ferrosilicon
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes atomized ferrosilicon and milled ferrosilicon.
Atomized ferrosilicon is produced through a process that involves rapidly cooling molten ferrosilicon by spraying it with water or another cooling medium. This results in the formation of fine, spherical particles. It is known for its uniform composition, size, and shape, which makes it highly desirable in various applications. It is particularly utilized to produce dense media separation for mineral processing and heavy media separation in the coal industry. It has consistent particle size distribution, which makes it suitable for use in welding consumables and as a raw material in the manufacturing of certain alloys.
Milled ferrosilicon is produced by crushing and grinding these larger alloy pieces into smaller, granular particles. It is generally utilized in applications where precise control over particle size distribution is not critical. Besides this, it is commonly used as a medium in dense media separation processes, especially in diamond processing and mining operations. It is also employed in steelmaking to control the chemical composition of the molten metal, as its particle size distribution can impact alloy dissolution rates.
Deoxidizer
Inoculant
Others
Deoxidizer accounts for the majority of the market share
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application. This includes deoxidizer, inoculant, and others. According to the report, deoxidizer represented the largest segment.
Deoxidizer plays an essential role in the production of high-quality steels, where precise control over the composition and characteristics of the steel is essential. In line with this, various industries, such as automotive, construction, and aerospace, rely on deoxidized steel to meet stringent performance and safety requirements. Apart from this, it can effectively remove oxygen from molten metal positions and is used as a critical component for the production of superior-grade steel materials.
Carbon and Other Alloy Steel
Stainless Steel
Electric Steel
Cast Iron
Others
Carbon and other alloy steel the market share
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user. This includes carbon and other alloy steel, stainless steel, electric steel, cast iron, and others. According to the report, carbon and other alloy steel represented the largest segment. In carbon and other alloy steel, it plays a vital role as an alloying agent that imparts desirable properties to the steel. It offers enhanced strength and durability when added to carbon steel during its production. In addition, it assists in improving its mechanical properties and resistance to wear and corrosion. Furthermore, in the production of other alloy steels, it is combined with other elements, such as manganese, chromium, and nickel, to develop specialized alloy steels tailored for specific applications.
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa
Asia Pacific exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest ferrosilicon market share
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Asia Pacific accounted for the largest market share.
Asia Pacific held the biggest market share as it is one of the largest steel-producing regions. In line with this, the rising number of vehicles in the region is bolstering the growth of the market. Apart from this, the increasing adoption of ferrosilicon in the electronic industry is contributing to the growth of the market. In addition, technological advancements in the metallurgy sector are supporting the growth of the market in the Asia Pacific region.
Major players are investing in research and development (R&D) activities to enhance the quality and performance of these products. They are exploring innovative production techniques, refining alloy compositions, and developing specialized grades to cater to specific industry needs. In addition, companies are adopting advanced technologies, such as automation, data analytics, and process optimization, in manufacturing processes to improve production efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and minimize environmental impact. Besides this, they are offering tailored solutions to cater to the specific requirements of different industries. Moreover, they are developing customized alloy compositions and particle sizes to meet diverse customer demands. Furthermore, key players are ensuring consistent quality and implementing stringent quality control measures throughout the production process to meet industry standards.
China National Bluestar (Group) Co. Ltd. (China National Chemical Corporation)
DMS Powders
Eurasian Resources Group
Ferroglobe PLC
Finnfjord AS
Hindustan Alloys Private Limited
Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys Limited
Maithan Alloys Limited
Mechel PAO
OM Holdings Ltd.
Westbrook Resources Ltd.
In July 2022, Ferroglobe PLC, one of the world's leading producers of silicon metal and silicon and manganese-based ferroalloys, entered a new phase in its silicon metal powder project for batteries and other advanced technologies, reaching a high purity production (up to 99.995%), in micrometer and sub-micrometer size.
In April 2020, Mechel PAO, one of the leading Russian mining and metals companies, launched an upgraded furnace at Bratsk Ferroalloy Plant. The upgrade boosted the ferroalloy ore-smelting furnace's capacity from 25 MVA to 33 MVA.
In July 2022, OM Holdings smelting plant in Sarawak's Samalaju Industrial Park has recorded higher production volume in Q2 for ferrosilicon, manganese alloys, and manganese sinter ore.