Ball Clay Market Size and Share
| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Market Size (2025) | USD 455.30 Million |
| Market Size (2030) | USD 583.03 Million |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 5.07% |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Ball Clay Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence
The Ball Clay Market size is estimated at USD 455.30 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 583.03 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.07% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the market negatively. However, the market has now reached pre-pandemic levels and is expected to grow steadily during the forecast period.
- The major factor driving the market's growth is the increasing demand for sanitary ware in Asia-Pacific.
- The availability of substitutes for ball clay is likely to hinder the market's growth.
- Growing usage of ball clay in non-ceramic applications is likely to create opportunities for the market in the coming years.
- The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market and register the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Global Ball Clay Market Trends and Insights
Use of Wall and Floor Tiles in the Construction Industry
- Ball clay is used as wall and floor tiles in the construction industry by mixing with talc, feldspar, kaolin, and quartz/silica, as it increases the plasticity and improves bonding properties.
- With increasing investments in the construction industry worldwide, the use of tiles for walls and floors is increasing, resulting in the increased consumption of ball clay.
- The Asia-Pacific construction sector has witnessed steady growth in the recent past due to the presence of fast-growing economies, rapid urbanization, and rising infrastructure spending.
- The increasing presence of foreign companies in the Asia-Pacific region also created the demand for new offices, buildings, production houses, etc., thus driving the growth of the region's construction sector.
- Therefore, such factors are expected to boost the demand for ball clay worldwide during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific to Dominate the Market
- The Asia-Pacific construction sector is the largest globally. It is growing at a healthy rate due to the rising population, increasing middle-class incomes, and urbanization.
- China's construction industry developed rapidly in the recent past due to the central government's push for infrastructure investment to sustain economic growth.
- However, the country is now reeling under the Evergrande Debt struggle that may put China under recession.
- India and ASEAN countries have also been focusing on infrastructure development.
- Furthermore, restrictions on foreign investment in land development, high-end hotels, office buildings, international exhibition centers, and the construction and operation of large theme parks have been lifted in the region.
- Owing to these factors, the demand for sanitary ware, wall and floor tiles, and other ceramics is expected to increase in the region, thus boosting the demand for ball clay over the forecast period.
Competitive Landscape
The ball clay market is partially consolidated. Some of the major players in the market (in no particular order) include Golcha Associated (Associated Soapstone Distribution Company Pvt. Ltd), Old Hickory Clay Company, Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd, Imerys Ceramics, and Sibelco.
Ball Clay Industry Leaders
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Imerys Ceramics
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Sibelco
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Old Hickory Clay Company
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Golcha Associated (Associated Soapstone Distribution Company Pvt. Ltd)
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Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Recent Industry Developments
The recent developments pertaining to the major players in the market are covered in the complete report.
Global Ball Clay Market Report Scope
Ball clay is an extremely rare mineral found in very few places worldwide. Ball clay is used in many different industries. It is a vital component in ceramic manufacturing. By end user, the market segmentation includes ceramic and non-ceramic. The report also covers the market size and forecast for the market in 16 countries across major regions. The report offers market size and forecast in terms of revenue (USD million) for all the above segments.
| Ceramic | Sanitary Ware |
| Wall and Floor Tiles | |
| Tableware | |
| Bricks | |
| Other Ceramics (Construction Ceramics and Refractories) | |
| Non-ceramic | Adhesives and Sealants |
| Rubbers and Plastics | |
| Fertilizers and Insecticides | |
| Other Non-ceramics |
| Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | |
| Japan | |
| South Korea | |
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |
| North America | United States |
| Canada | |
| Mexico | |
| Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | |
| Italy | |
| France | |
| Spain | |
| Rest of Europe | |
| South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | |
| Rest of South America | |
| Middle-East and Africa | Saudi Arabia |
| South Africa | |
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa |
| End Use | Ceramic | Sanitary Ware |
| Wall and Floor Tiles | ||
| Tableware | ||
| Bricks | ||
| Other Ceramics (Construction Ceramics and Refractories) | ||
| Non-ceramic | Adhesives and Sealants | |
| Rubbers and Plastics | ||
| Fertilizers and Insecticides | ||
| Other Non-ceramics | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| North America | United States | |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Europe | Germany | |
| United Kingdom | ||
| Italy | ||
| France | ||
| Spain | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| South America | Brazil | |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
| Middle-East and Africa | Saudi Arabia | |
| South Africa | ||
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa | ||
Key Questions Answered in the Report
How big is the Ball Clay Market?
The Ball Clay Market size is expected to reach USD 455.30 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 5.07% to reach USD 583.03 million by 2030.
What is the current Ball Clay Market size?
In 2025, the Ball Clay Market size is expected to reach USD 455.30 million.
Who are the key players in Ball Clay Market?
Imerys Ceramics, Sibelco, Old Hickory Clay Company, Golcha Associated (Associated Soapstone Distribution Company Pvt. Ltd) and Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd are the major companies operating in the Ball Clay Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Ball Clay Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Ball Clay Market?
In 2025, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Ball Clay Market.
What years does this Ball Clay Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Ball Clay Market size was estimated at USD 432.22 million. The report covers the Ball Clay Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Ball Clay Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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Ball Clay Market Report
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