| Product Code: ETC106288 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
United Kingdom (UK) Calcium Carbide market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 4426, Which has decreased moderately as compared to the HHI of 4982 in 2017. The market is moving towards concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The UK calcium carbide market primarily serves the steel and chemical industries. Growth drivers include demand for acetylene gas production, steelmaking processes, and environmental regulations influencing industrial emissions.
The UK calcium carbide market is driven by its use in the production of acetylene gas, which is widely used in welding and cutting applications. The growth of the metal fabrication and construction industries fuels the demand for acetylene gas, thereby driving the calcium carbide market. Additionally, calcium carbide is used in the production of chemicals such as calcium cyanamide, which is used as a fertilizer and in the manufacture of plastics. The increasing demand for chemicals and fertilizers also contributes to market growth. Technological advancements in production processes and the development of eco-friendly alternatives further influence market dynamics.
The UK calcium carbide market faces multiple challenges that affect its stability and growth prospects. One of the primary challenges is the hazardous nature of calcium carbide, which poses safety risks during production, handling, storage, and transportation. This necessitates stringent safety protocols and investments in specialized equipment, increasing operational costs. Environmental regulations regarding the production and disposal of byproducts, such as acetylene gas and calcium hydroxide, also pose significant challenges, requiring companies to adopt eco-friendly practices. Additionally, the market is influenced by fluctuations in the availability and prices of raw materials, such as lime and coke, impacting production costs. Competition from alternative technologies and materials, such as electric arc furnaces and acetylene gas from natural gas, further pressures the market. Lastly, the industry must address the growing demand for high-purity calcium carbide in specialized applications, necessitating continuous innovation and quality improvements.
Regulations in the UK, governed by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and environmental agencies, ensure safe production and handling of calcium carbide. Policies promote workplace safety and environmental protection in chemical manufacturing.
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 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Overview |
3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for acetylene gas in various industries such as metal fabrication, chemicals, and plastics, which is a key application of calcium carbide. |
4.2.2 Increasing adoption of calcium carbide in the production of chemicals like polyvinyl chloride (PVC), which is driving market growth. |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in the manufacturing processes of calcium carbide leading to improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in the production of calcium carbide can impact market profitability. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations related to environmental concerns and worker safety in the production and handling of calcium carbide. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative sources of acetylene gas production, such as ethylene, affecting the demand for calcium carbide. |
5 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Trends |
6 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market, By Types |
6.1 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Acetylene Gas, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Calcium Cyanamide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Reducing and Dehydrating Agent, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Desulfurizing and Deoxidizing Agent, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Applications, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market, By End-user Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Metallurgy, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Other End-user Industries, 2021-2031F |
7 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Energy efficiency improvements in the production process of calcium carbide. |
8.2 Adoption rate of calcium carbide in emerging industries like pharmaceuticals and renewable energy. |
8.3 Research and development investments in enhancing the properties and applications of calcium carbide. |
9 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcium carbide Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |