| Product Code: ETC316629 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 7157, Which has increased slightly as compared to the HHI of 4596 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.
The calcined petroleum coke market in the UK is influenced by industrial applications such as aluminum smelting and steel production. Environmental regulations and the shift towards sustainable energy sources impact market dynamics.
The UK calcined petroleum coke market is driven by its extensive use in the aluminum industry as a key raw material for the production of anodes used in aluminum smelting. The growing demand for aluminum in various sectors, including automotive, construction, and packaging, fuels the need for calcined petroleum coke. Additionally, the steel industry utilizes calcined petroleum coke as a carbon additive, further driving market growth. Technological advancements in production processes and the increasing focus on sustainability and environmental regulations also influence market dynamics, encouraging the adoption of more efficient and eco-friendly production methods.
The UK calcined petroleum coke market faces several challenges that impact its growth and stability. One of the main challenges is the dependence on the availability and price volatility of crude oil, as petroleum coke is a byproduct of oil refining. This makes the market susceptible to fluctuations in oil prices and supply disruptions. Environmental regulations in the UK are becoming increasingly stringent, requiring producers to invest in cleaner production processes and emissions control technologies, which can be costly. Additionally, the market faces competition from alternative materials and technologies, such as electric arc furnaces in the steel industry, which can reduce the demand for calcined petroleum coke. The industry also needs to address concerns related to carbon emissions and the overall environmental impact of petroleum coke production and usage.
Environmental regulations in the UK, managed by agencies such as the Environment Agency and DEFRA, control emissions and waste management in industries using calcined petroleum coke. Policies aim to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable energy practices.
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 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Overview |
3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type , 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user , 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for calcined petroleum coke in various industries such as aluminum production, steelmaking, and others. |
4.2.2 Increasing investments in infrastructure and construction projects driving the demand for calcined petroleum coke. |
4.2.3 Rise in the use of calcined petroleum coke as a fuel in power generation due to its high calorific value. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials impacting the production cost of calcined petroleum coke. |
4.3.2 Stringent environmental regulations regarding emissions from the use of calcined petroleum coke. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative fuels impacting the market share of calcined petroleum coke. |
5 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Trends |
6 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market, By Types |
6.1 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume, By Type , 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume, By Anode Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume, By Needle Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume, By , 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market, By End-user |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume, By Carburizing & Recarburizing, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Arc & Induction Furnaces, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of calcined petroleum coke in the UK market. |
8.2 Capacity utilization rate of calcined petroleum coke production facilities. |
8.3 Carbon footprint reduction achieved through the use of calcined petroleum coke compared to conventional fuels. |
9 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type , 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user , 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Kingdom (UK) Calcined Petroleum Coke Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |