Product Code: ETC234083 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 | |
South Korea Coal Tar Pitch market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 6378, Which has increased slightly as compared to the HHI of 5006 in 2017. The market is moving towards Highly 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.
In South Korea, the coal tar pitch market serves various industrial applications, including aluminum production, electrode manufacturing, and roofing materials. Market dynamics are influenced by global supply chains and environmental regulations.
The South Korean coal tar pitch market is driven by demand from the aluminum and steel industries for carbon materials in manufacturing processes.
Developing sustainable refining processes for coal tar pitch, ensuring product quality and consistency, and addressing environmental regulations pose challenges in South Korea. Manufacturers must innovate in tar distillation techniques, manage by-product utilization, and enhance market competitiveness amid fluctuating demand from aluminum and graphite industries.
Government policies in South Korea concerning the coal tar pitch market focus on industrial applications, environmental sustainability, and chemical manufacturing regulations. Policies regulate the production, distribution, and use of coal tar pitch for aluminum smelting, electrode manufacturing, and asphalt production to ensure product quality, worker safety, and environmental protection. Regulations support coal tar pitch quality standards, chemical safety protocols, and compliance with hazardous materials regulations. Government agencies oversee chemical permits, enforce occupational safety regulations, and promote sustainable chemical production practices. Policies also support chemical industry investments, technology innovation, and collaboration with research institutions to improve product performance, reduce environmental impact, and drive growth in the coal tar pitch market in South Korea.
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 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Overview |
3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F |
3.3 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2028F |
3.6 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade, 2021 & 2028F |
3.7 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
4 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for coal tar pitch in the aluminum and graphite electrode manufacturing industries in South Korea |
4.2.2 Growing investments in infrastructure projects driving the demand for coal tar pitch for road construction and waterproofing applications |
4.2.3 Rising focus on renewable energy sources leading to the use of coal tar pitch in the production of lithium-ion batteries |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent environmental regulations and concerns regarding the environmental impact of coal tar pitch production and usage |
4.3.2 Volatility in crude oil prices affecting the production costs of coal tar pitch manufacturers in South Korea |
5 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Trends |
6 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market, By Types |
6.1 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market, By Form |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Form, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.3 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Solid, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.4 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Liquid, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market, By Grade |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Aluminum Grade, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.3 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Graphite Grade, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.4 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Special Grade, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Aluminum Electrode, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.3 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Graphite Electrode, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.4 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Roofing Coating Material, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.5 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Blast Furnance Linings, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.6 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Intermediates, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.7 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenues & Volume, By Sealents, 2018 - 2028F |
7 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of coal tar pitch in South Korea |
8.2 Capacity utilization rate of coal tar pitch manufacturers in the country |
8.3 Research and development expenditure in the coal tar pitch industry in South Korea |
9 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2028F |
9.2 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade, 2021 & 2028F |
9.3 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
10 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 South Korea Coal Tar Pitch Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |