Product Code: ETC027704 | Publication Date: Jun 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The India clay refractories market import shipments experienced a strong growth trend with a CAGR of 17.8% from 2020 to 2024. However, there was a notable decline in growth rate between 2023 and 2024, indicating a slowdown in market expansion. Overall, the market showed momentum but started stabilizing towards the end of the period.
India is one of the leading producers of clay refractories globally, offering high-quality raw materials for various industrial applications such as smelting and steelmaking. Clay refractories are non-metallic heat resistant materials manufactured from fire clays and other minerals used to line furnaces, kilns, or incinerators due to their superior resistance to extreme temperatures. The increasing demand from the iron & steel industry is driving the growth of India`s clay refractories market.
The rising demand for energy efficient processes in manufacturing industries such as glass, cement, castings, foundry work etc., coupled with an increase in infrastructure investment by governments across Asia Pacific especially China is propelling the adoption of clay refractory products in India. Moreover, technological advancements have enabled manufacturers to produce less brittle and more durable variants adding further impetus on the market?s growth trajectory over the forecast period 2025-2031.
A notable trend that can be observed in terms of product innovation includes a shift towards production of low thermal conductivity yet high strength products which are well suited for use at higher temperature operations thereby providing increased process efficiency while reducing fuel consumption simultaneously. Additionally, efforts by government organizations including Make In India campaign has facilitated greater number foreign investments resulting a substantial rise in local production capabilities thus helping domestic players gain competitive advantage over global players operating within this landscape.
The unavailability or scarcity of quality raw material may pose certain challenge however it could also attract imports from countries where premium grades are available such as Brazil and Vietnam which might offer some respite on this front but will add up cost pressure onto Indian buyers given strong dollar exchange rate fluctuations prevailing currently
Some key players identified within India?s Clay Refractories Market include Astral Refrac Inc., Nuberg Engineering Ltd., KIOCL Limited (formerly known as Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Ltd), VBC Ceramics Private Limited amongst many others who contribute significantly towards its total revenue generation annually . However stringent regulations coupled with environmental concerns pertaining to usage/emission levels may affect current business dynamics over long run if not suitably addressed timely basis .
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 India Clay Refractories Market Overview |
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 India Clay Refractories Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 India Clay Refractories Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 India Clay Refractories Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for refractories in the steel industry due to infrastructure development projects. |
4.2.2 Growth in the construction sector leading to higher demand for refractories in building materials. |
4.2.3 Rising focus on renewable energy sources like solar power, driving the need for refractories in the solar industry. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting the cost of production for clay refractories. |
4.3.2 Environmental regulations and concerns regarding the use of refractories affecting production processes. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials like ceramics and composites posing a challenge to the clay refractories market. |
5 India Clay Refractories Market Trends |
6 India Clay Refractories Market, By Types |
6.1 India Clay Refractories Market, By Form |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Form, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Bricks, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Monolithic, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 India Clay Refractories Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Steel Making, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetics, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 India Clay Refractories Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Industry, 2021-2031F |
7 India Clay Refractories Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 India Clay Refractories Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 India Clay Refractories Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 India Clay Refractories Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Energy consumption per unit of production, indicating efficiency and sustainability practices. |
8.2 Percentage of recycled materials used in production, showing commitment to environmental sustainability. |
8.3 Research and development investment as a percentage of revenue, reflecting innovation and competitiveness in the market. |
9 India Clay Refractories Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 India Clay Refractories Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 India Clay Refractories Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 India Clay Refractories Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 India Clay Refractories Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 India Clay Refractories Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |