Paper Pigment Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| CAGR | 5.00% |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Paper Pigment Market Analysis
The Paper Pigment Market is expected to register a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period.
- The uncoated paper segment is expected to account for the largest share of the paper pigment market over the forecast period.
- The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market across the world, with the largest consumption from countries such as China, India, and Japan.
Paper Pigment Market Trends
Growing Demand for Uncoated Paper
- Paper pigments are widely used in papermaking, and they are expected to be the fastest-growing market during the forecast period.
- In papermaking, pigments are fine inorganic particles added to paper as filler, to impart color and as a coating to paper. Pigments, such as clay (kaolin and Talc), titanium dioxide, and calcium carbonate, are widely used in the presence of binders, which helps in adhering of pigment particles to paper fabrics.
- Pigment particles should have low solubility in water, less particle size, a high degree of whiteness, light fastness, and be inert to other chemicals used in paper manufacturing.
- Uncoated paper is less smooth than coated paper and absorbs more ink. The uncoated paper provides higher contrast and provides a more refined look. It is used in printing business cards, envelopes, brochures, invitations, and paper used for writing and printing.
- The growing demand for uncoated paper from various sectors, such as educational institution, businesses, and newsprint, is expected to drive the market for the paper pigments during the forecast period.
The Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Market
- The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market for paper pigments during the forecast period, due to an increase in the demand from countries, like China and India.
- Paper pigments are also used in the manufacturing of coated paper, to improve the paper's qualities, such as matte or gloss. They provide a smooth finish, decrease ink absorbency, and increase the durability of the paper.
- Coated paper is widely used in the packaging industry. The increasing demand from the e-commerce and food delivery sectors is expected to drive the market. China's e-commerce market is dominated by Alibaba whose market share is around 59%. The company's annual revenue in FY 2019 has seen 51% year-on-year growth, and the growing e-commerce industry requires paper packaging is expected to drive the market during the forecast period.
- Furthermore, in India, the revenue from e-commerce reached about USD 32.5 billion in 2019, and it is expected to grow, owing to penetration of internet during the forecast period.
- The aforementioned factors, coupled with government support, are contributing to the increasing demand for paper pigment market in Asia-Pacific during the forecast period.
Paper Pigment Industry Overview
The global paper pigment market is partially fragmented with players accounting for a marginal share of the market. Few companies include Ashapura Group, Solenis, BASF SE, LANXESS, and Heubach GmbH.
Paper Pigment Market Leaders
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Ashapura Group
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Solenis
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BASF SE
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LANXESS
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Heubach GmbH
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Paper Pigment Industry Segmentation
The paper pigment market report includes:
| Pigment Type | Calcium Carbonate | ||
| Karolin | |||
| Other Pigment Types | |||
| Application | Uncoated Paper | ||
| Coated Paper | |||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China | |
| India | |||
| Japan | |||
| South Korea | |||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |||
| North America | United States | ||
| Canada | |||
| Mexico | |||
| Europe | Germany | ||
| United Kingdom | |||
| Italy | |||
| France | |||
| 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 | |||
| Calcium Carbonate |
| Karolin |
| Other Pigment Types |
| Uncoated Paper |
| Coated Paper |
| Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | |
| Japan | |
| South Korea | |
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |
| North America | United States |
| Canada | |
| Mexico | |
| Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | |
| Italy | |
| France | |
| 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 |
Paper Pigment Market Research FAQs
What is the current Paper Pigment Market size?
The Paper Pigment Market is projected to register a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period (2025-2030)
Who are the key players in Paper Pigment Market?
Ashapura Group, Solenis, BASF SE, LANXESS and Heubach GmbH are the major companies operating in the Paper Pigment Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Paper Pigment Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Paper Pigment Market?
In 2025, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Paper Pigment Market.
What years does this Paper Pigment Market cover?
The report covers the Paper Pigment Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Paper Pigment Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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