Product Code: ETC008681 | Publication Date: Oct 2020 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The China Refractories Market could see a tapering of growth rates over 2025 to 2029. Starting high at 2.16% in 2025, the market steadily declines to 1.87% by 2029.
Chinas refractories market is the largest in the world, primarily driven by the countrys vast steel, cement, and glass industries. Refractories are essential for high-temperature processes, and the demand is closely tied to industrial growth. Innovations in refractory materials, such as high-performance and energy-efficient solutions, are driving market expansion. However, environmental concerns and stringent regulations on emissions and waste management present significant challenges for manufacturers.
The China Refractories Market is driven by the robust growth of the steel, cement, glass, and non-ferrous metals industries, which are the primary consumers of refractories. The ongoing industrialization and infrastructure development projects in China necessitate high-performance refractory materials to withstand extreme temperatures and harsh conditions in manufacturing processes. Additionally, the government`s focus on environmental sustainability drives the demand for advanced, energy-efficient refractories.
The refractories market in China faces challenges from the slowing growth of key industries such as steel, cement, and glass, which are the primary consumers of refractory materials. Environmental regulations are becoming more stringent, requiring manufacturers to adopt cleaner production methods, which can be costly. The market is also impacted by fluctuations in the prices of raw materials like alumina and magnesia, leading to volatility in production costs.
Chinas government policies focusing on energy efficiency and environmental sustainability significantly impact the refractories market. Regulations enforcing the reduction of carbon emissions and stringent standards on industrial waste management compel manufacturers to innovate and adopt more sustainable refractory materials. The governments emphasis on reducing the environmental footprint of high-temperature industries, such as steel, cement, and glass, directly affects the demand for advanced refractory products.
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 China Refractories Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 China Refractories Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Refractories Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 China Refractories Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for refractories in industries such as steel, cement, and glass due to infrastructural development projects. |
4.2.2 Growing emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability, leading to the adoption of advanced refractory materials. |
4.2.3 Rise in demand for high-performance refractories in the iron steel industry to withstand high temperatures and harsh operating conditions. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Volatility in raw material prices impacting the cost of production for refractories manufacturers. |
4.3.2 Stringent environmental regulations leading to the need for refractories with lower emissions and waste generation. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials such as ceramics and composites affecting the market growth of traditional refractories. |
5 China Refractories Market Trends |
6 China Refractories Market, By Types |
6.1 China Refractories Market, By Form Types |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Form Types, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Shaped Refractories, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Unshaped Refractories, 2021-2031F |
6.2 China Refractories Market, By Product Types |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-clay Refractory, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Clay Refractory, 2021-2031F |
6.3 China Refractories Market, By End-users |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Iron & Steel, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Cement, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Non-Ferrous Metals, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Glass, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 China Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 China Refractories Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Refractories Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Refractories Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Refractories Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Energy efficiency improvements in refractories manufacturing processes. |
8.2 Adoption rate of advanced refractory materials in critical industries. |
8.3 Investment in research and development for new refractory technologies. |
8.4 Percentage of refractories recycling and waste reduction initiatives. |
8.5 Compliance rate with environmental standards and regulations in refractories production. |
9 China Refractories Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Refractories Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form Types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 China Refractories Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 China Refractories Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-users, 2021 & 2031F |
10 China Refractories Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Refractories Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 China Refractories Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |