Global Zirconium Market is valued approximately USD 1.92 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow with a growth rate of more than 6.80% over the forecast period 2024-2032. Zirconium is a chemical element with the symbol Zr and atomic number 40. It is a lustrous, grayish-white, strong transition metal that resembles titanium and highly resistant to corrosion. Global zirconium market is used in various industrial applications, specially in the nuclear industry, where it is used in nuclear reactors as cladding for fuel rods due to its excellent resistance to corrosion by water and does not absorb neutrons, making it an ideal material for use in nuclear power stations. Various nuclear reactors may have more than 100,000 metres of zirconium alloy tubing. With niobium, at low temperatures, zirconium is superconductive and utilized in making superconducting magnets. Furthermore, Zirconium metal is safeguarded by a thin oxide layer making it extremely resistant to corrosion by acids, alkalis and seawater and it is extensively used by the chemical industry.

The surging demand for Zircon flour/sand is one of the substantial drivers boosting growth for the global zirconium market. It is derived mainly from zirconium silicate mineral deposits serves as a key raw material in various industries due to its unique properties and versatile applications. In ceramics industry, zirconium-based ceramics produced by incorporating zircon flour/sand into ceramic formulations, exhibit exceptional thermal and chemical resistance, making them ideal for applications in refractories, foundry coatings, and ceramic glazes. Therefore, growing construction activities, especially in emerging economies, fuel demand for zirconium market. In addition, zirconium alloys formed by alloying zirconium with other metals such as nickel, titanium, or iron, can be used for various application in aerospace, automotive and chemical processing industries. Thus, the surging demand for zircon flour/sand across numerous industries including ceramics, chemicals, and metallurgy, stresses its pivotal role in driving growth in the global zirconium market. However, high cost of production and a volatility in uranium prices, on the other hand, will stifle market growth between 2022 and 2032.

The key regions considered for the global Zirconium market study includes Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Rest of the World. In 2023, Asia-Pacific was the largest regional market in terms of revenue and expected to develop at the fastest rate over the forecast period. Asia Pacific Zirconium market includes countries such as India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Australia, these countries are observing strong industrialization, urbanization, and infrastructure development, which contribute to the demand for the zirconium-based materials across the region. In countries such as China and India, rapid urbanization and population growth leading to the increased demand for residential and commercial infrastructure, driving the zirconium market in tiles, sanitaryware, and architectural industries. Moreover, zirconium alloys are used for lightweight and corrosion-resistant properties in various manufacturing sector, such as automotive and aerospace industries, find application in critical components such as turbine blades, engine parts, and structural components.

Major market player included in this report are:
Australian Strategic Materials Ltd
Base Resources Limited
Binh Dinh Minerals Company
Doral Mineral Sands Pty Ltd
Iluka Resources Limited
Kenmare Resources plc.
Lanka Mineral Sands Limited
MZI Resources Ltd
Rio Tinto
Tronox Holdings PLC
The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:
By Occurrence Type
Zircon
Zirconia
Other Occurrence Types
By Applications
Zircon Flour/Milled Sand
Zircon Opacifier
Refractories (Zirconia)
Zircon Chemicals
Zircon Metal
By Region:
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
ROE
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
RoAPAC
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
RoMEA
Years considered for the study are as follows:
Historical year - 2022
Base year - 2023
Forecast period - 2024 to 2032
Key Takeaways:
Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.