Product Code: ETC191803 | Publication Date: May 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 40 | No. of Tables: 7 | |
The zinc oxide market in Sri Lanka provides versatile inorganic compound used as a pigment, UV absorber, and chemical intermediate in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, ceramics, and rubber industries. Zinc oxide offers properties such as anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and UV protection benefits in personal care products and healthcare applications. Market trends include nano-sized zinc oxide formulations, eco-friendly manufacturing processes, and regulatory approvals for cosmetic and medical-grade zinc oxide supporting consumer safety and product efficacy.
Growth is fueled by rubber industry applications, ceramics manufacturing, and pharmaceutical formulations. Drivers include zinc oxide`s UV protection properties, antibacterial characteristics, and use in cosmetics, paints, and electronics industries.
Challenges in the zinc oxide market in Sri Lanka include high production costs and limited availability of raw materials. There is also a lack of awareness about the benefits of modern zinc oxide among potential users. Additionally, competition from traditional oxides and economic instability pose significant hurdles.
In Sri Lanka, government policies for the zinc oxide market prioritize product quality, safety, and industrial applications. Regulations focus on ensuring compliance with chemical safety standards, promoting eco-friendly manufacturing practices, and supporting research into advanced applications of zinc oxide. Efforts also include capacity building for local manufacturers, fostering partnerships with end-users, and enhancing market access for high-quality zinc oxide 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 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Overview |
3.1 Sri Lanka Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F |
3.3 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Process, 2021 & 2028F |
3.6 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
4 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for zinc oxide in the rubber and tire industry due to its excellent properties for enhancing product performance. |
4.2.2 Growing usage of zinc oxide in the cosmetics and personal care industry for its UV protection and skin healing properties. |
4.2.3 Rising awareness about the benefits of zinc oxide in the pharmaceutical sector for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in zinc oxide production impacting the overall cost of manufacturing. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations related to environmental concerns and waste management in zinc oxide production processes. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative products with similar properties affecting market penetration. |
5 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Trends |
6 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market, By Types |
6.1 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market, By Process |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.3 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Indirect Process (French Process), 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.4 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct Process (American Process), 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.5 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Wet Process, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubber & Tyres, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.3 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Ceramics & Glass, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.4 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical & Cosmetics, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.5 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.6 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Paints & Coatings, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.7 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2028F |
7 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage increase in demand from key industries such as rubber, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. |
8.2 Number of new product launches incorporating zinc oxide in different applications. |
8.3 Adoption rate of eco-friendly manufacturing practices and technologies in the zinc oxide production process. |
9 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Opportunity Assessment, By Process, 2021 & 2028F |
9.2 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
10 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 Sri Lanka Zinc Oxide Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |