Global silicon metal market was valued at USD 6.05 Billion in 2019. It is projected to grow at a compound annual rate (CAGR of 4.6%) between 2020 and 2027. The increasing production of aluminum worldwide is expected to drive the market. Aluminum production is dependent on a large portion of the world's silicon metal output. Global aluminum production is expected to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic. A significant increase in aluminum demand from the construction and building industry will be seen after 2021. This will likely benefit market growth. China was the dominant market for silicon metals, with a demand of 1,092 kilogramons in 2019. Market growth is expected to be driven by China's expanding semiconductor and solar industry.
The main use of silicon metal is in the production and processing of aluminum alloys for automobiles. China's automotive industry will experience a sharp decline in 2020 due to sluggish demand, disruptions to supply chains and COVID-19. However, favorable policies regarding hybrid vehicles which contain a higher percentage of aluminum alloys per weight are expected to encourage industry growth in the near term.
The Chinese government's strong efforts to boost the growth of the solar sector are expected to increase demand for silicon metal in the future. China's government has developed a comprehensive plan for developing an "ecological civilization", where solar energy will play an important part in reducing pollution and fossil fuel use.
Aluminum was the dominant market player and represented more than 40% of the total revenue in 2019. It is used in the manufacture of aluminum as an alloying agent and strengthener. Because of its light weight and ability to reduce emissions, the stringent pollution standards for automakers around the world will likely drive demand for aluminum. The segment will be driven by this pressure over the next few years.
A significant portion of total silicon metal production goes to the production and sale of silicones. Silicones can be described as man-made polymers that are used in a variety of industries such as healthcare, building and construction, automotive, transportation and automotive. This segment is expected to grow because of the rising demand for silicones, particularly in developing countries.
From 2020 to 2027, the segment of solar and semiconductor applications is expected to experience the fastest revenue-based CAGR at 5.2%. Silicon metal is used to produce polycrystalline silicon. This is an essential raw material that is needed for both the production and maintenance of photovoltaic cells in the solar industry as well as semiconductors for electronics.
Asia Pacific was the dominant market, accounting for 38.3% of total revenue in 2019. This is due to China's large silicon and aluminum production base. China is also the world's largest producer of silicon metal. China exports a significant portion of its production because China's market is so oversupplied. However, exports have been declining in recent years due to strong domestic demand.
Unlike other regions where aluminum production is the largest end-use sector for the product, Europe's silicon metal market is dominated by the silicone industry. Europe is the main producer of silicones. This means that there is significant demand from European silicone producers.
North America is projected to grow at 3.6% in terms of revenue between 2020 and 2027. The pandemic has also severely affected the aluminum industry. The long-term driver of the market will be electric vehicles' increasing penetration.
The industry is expected to grow in the Middle East and Africa due to the increasing adoption of solar energy. In March 2018, the announcement of a new Saudi Arabian solar photovoltaic plant was made. It is the largest in the world and has an installed capacity that equals the entire 2015 world. It is expected that the project will be completed by 2030. These initiatives are expected to be fruitful for market growth in the future.
China's market is fragmented, but the rest of the world is well-consolidated and dominated only by a handful of large players. Elkem ASA, Dow DuPont and Ferroglobe Plc are some of the leading players in this market. Ferroglobe is the global leader in silicon metal production capacity. The company's annual capacity was 341 kilotons.
For increased sales, the market players are expected to target solar industry. Because polysilicon is the most popular form of solar energy, it is likely that this will be the global energy choice. It is easy to install and grid-parity. Suppliers face significant challenges due to fluctuating silicon prices as well as reduced margins due to oversupply. The silicon metal market is dominated by the following players:
Ferroglobe Plc
Dow DuPont
Elkem ASA
RIMA Group
Rusal
LIASA
Wacker Chemie AG
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Report Attributes | Report Details |
Report Title | Silicon Metal Market Research Report |
By Application | Solar & Semiconductor, Aluminum, Silicones |
By Companies | Dow DuPont, Elkem ASA, RIMA Group, Rusal, Wacker Chemie AG, Ferroglobe Plc, LIASA |
Regions Covered | North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA |
Base Year | 2020 |
Historical Year | 2018 to 2019 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability) |
Forecast Year | 2028 |
Number of Pages | 245 |
Number of Tables & Figures | 172 |
Customization Available | Yes, the report can be customized as per your need. |
The report covers comprehensive data on emerging trends, market drivers, growth opportunities, and restraints that can change the market dynamics of the industry. It provides an in-depth analysis of the market segments which include products, applications, and competitor analysis.
The market is segmented by Application (Solar & Semiconductor, Aluminum, Silicones).
Silicon Metal Market research report delivers a close watch on leading competitors with strategic analysis, micro and macro market trend and scenarios, pricing analysis and a holistic overview of the market situations in the forecast period. It is a professional and a detailed report focusing on primary and secondary drivers, market share, leading segments and geographical analysis. Further, key players, major collaborations, merger & acquisitions along with trending innovation and business policies are reviewed in the report.
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Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa (MEA). North America region is further bifurcated into countries such as U.S., and Canada. The Europe region is further categorized into U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe. Asia Pacific is further segmented into China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, South East Asia, and Rest of Asia Pacific. Latin America region is further segmented into Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America, and the MEA region is further divided into GCC, Turkey, South Africa, and Rest of MEA.
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