Product Code: ETC4733507 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The Gambia Calcium carbide Market is likely to experience consistent growth rate gains over the period 2025 to 2029. From 1.16% in 2025, the growth rate steadily ascends to 1.47% in 2029.
In the Africa region, the Calcium carbide market in Gambia is projected to expand at a stable growth rate of 1.25% by 2027. The largest economy is Egypt, followed by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria.
The calcium carbide market in Gambia is influenced by its use in the production of acetylene gas, which is used for welding and cutting metals, as well as in the manufacture of chemicals and fertilizers. The growing demand for industrial gases and chemicals in Gambias manufacturing and agricultural sectors is expected to drive the calcium carbide market. As the country modernizes its industrial base and agriculture, the need for calcium carbide in these processes will increase, stimulating market growth.
The Gambia calcium carbide market is driven by its application in the production of acetylene gas, which is used in welding, cutting, and industrial processes. As Gambia continues to expand its manufacturing and construction sectors, the demand for acetylene gas and, consequently, calcium carbide, is rising. Additionally, calcium carbide is used in the production of other chemicals, including fertilizers, which contributes to its market growth. The increased focus on industrial safety, infrastructure development, and manufacturing expansion in Gambia is also boosting the demand for calcium carbide.
The Calcium Carbide Market in Gambia struggles with limited domestic production and a reliance on imports. The high cost of calcium carbide, coupled with the lack of infrastructure for its safe handling and storage, makes it difficult for businesses in the welding and acetylene industries to thrive. Additionally, there are limited local applications for calcium carbide beyond industrial uses, which restricts demand within the country.
Calcium carbide, a key chemical used in the production of acetylene gas and in the manufacture of steel, has growing importance in industrial sectors. The government of The Gambia is focusing on promoting the responsible use of calcium carbide by implementing regulations for its safe storage, handling, and transportation. Policies are geared toward supporting the importation and local production of calcium carbide, with an emphasis on the materials critical role in manufacturing and infrastructure development.
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 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Overview |
3.1 Gambia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Gambia Calcium carbide Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Gambia Calcium carbide Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Trends |
6 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Segmentations |
6.1 Gambia Calcium carbide Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Acetylene Gas, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Calcium Cyanamid, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Reducing and Dehydrating Agent, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Desulfurizing and Deoxidizing Agent, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Applications, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Gambia Calcium carbide Market, By End-user Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Metallurgy, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenues & Volume, By Other End-user Industries, 2021-2031F |
7 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Gambia Calcium carbide Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Gambia Calcium carbide Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Gambia Calcium carbide Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |