| Product Code: ETC4733476 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The Bhutan Calcium carbide Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Growth accelerates to 2.73% in 2028, following an initial rate of 1.35%, before easing to 2.21% at the end of the period.

Bhutan's Calcium carbide market is anticipated to experience a stable growth rate of 2.48% by 2027, reflecting trends observed in the largest economy China, followed by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea.

The calcium carbide market in Bhutan is primarily driven by its use in acetylene gas production for welding and as a reducing agent in steel manufacturing. The market`s growth is linked to the industrial and construction sectors, which require reliable sources of acetylene gas. Regulatory policies on chemical manufacturing and safety standards significantly influence the market dynamics.
The calcium carbide market in Bhutan is influenced by its essential role in the chemical industry, particularly in the production of acetylene gas used for welding and cutting applications. The demand is further bolstered by the increasing use of calcium carbide in the manufacturing of chemicals, such as calcium cyanamide, which is used as a fertilizer. The expanding metal fabrication industry in Bhutan also drives the market, as calcium carbide is used in the production of steel. The government`s focus on industrial growth and the development of the chemical sector supports the market`s expansion.
The Bhutan Calcium Carbide market encounters several significant challenges. The production process of calcium carbide is highly energy-intensive, leading to high operational costs, especially given Bhutan`s limited access to affordable energy sources. Additionally, environmental regulations related to emissions and waste management are stringent, necessitating substantial investment in compliance measures. The market also faces competition from well-established producers in other countries, making it difficult to achieve competitive pricing. Furthermore, the remote geographical location of Bhutan adds to the logistical complexities and transportation costs.
The government of Bhutan emphasizes industrial development that aligns with its Gross National Happiness (GNH) philosophy. Policies are designed to ensure that calcium carbide production adheres to strict environmental standards, focusing on reducing emissions and ensuring worker safety.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Overview |
3.1 Bhutan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for acetylene gas in various industries such as metal fabrication, welding, and chemical production. |
4.2.2 Growing construction activities in Bhutan leading to higher demand for calcium carbide for acetylene gas production. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in calcium carbide production. |
4.3.2 Environmental regulations impacting the production and usage of calcium carbide in Bhutan. |
5 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Trends |
6 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Segmentations |
6.1 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Acetylene Gas, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Calcium Cyanamid, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Reducing and Dehydrating Agent, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Desulfurizing and Deoxidizing Agent, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Applications, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market, By End-user Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Metallurgy, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Other End-user Industries, 2021-2031F |
7 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new industrial construction projects in Bhutan. |
8.2 Rate of adoption of advanced welding techniques in the manufacturing sector. |
8.3 Environmental compliance metrics related to calcium carbide production in Bhutan. |
9 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Bhutan Calcium carbide Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |