Global Feldspar Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Type (Plagioclase feldspar, Potassium feldspar), By End-Use Industry (Glass, Ceramics, Fillers, Adhesives, Others), And By Geography - Forecasts From 2025 To 2030

  • Published : Jun 2025
  • Report Code : KSI061614903
  • Pages : 149
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Feldspar Market Size:

The global feldspar market, sustaining a 4.88% CAGR, is anticipated to reach USD 3.011 billion by 2030 from USD 2.373 billion in 2025.

Feldspar is a group of minerals that are primarily composed of aluminum, potassium, and sodium silicates. They are the most abundant minerals on the earth's crust, and are widely used in various industries due to their unique properties such as hardness, chemical stability, and resistance to weathering. The global feldspar market is a large and growing market, with applications across several industries such as ceramics, glass, and construction. The demand for feldspar is driven by its properties, which make it an important raw material for the manufacturing of various products.

Feldspar is primarily used in the ceramics industry, where it is used as a flux in the production of ceramic tiles, sanitary ware, and tableware. It is also used in the glass industry as a flux, and as filler in the production of glass fibers. In addition, feldspar is used in the construction industry as a raw material for the production of cement, and as filler in the production of asphalt and concrete. The global feldspar market is highly competitive, with several large players operating in the market. These players are focused on expanding their product offerings, and are investing in research and development to develop new and innovative products.

Feldspar Market Drivers:

Growing demand from the ceramics industry- The ceramics industry is one of the largest consumers of feldspar, with feldspar being used as a flux in the production of ceramic tiles, sanitary ware, and tableware. The increasing demand for ceramic products in emerging economies, coupled with the growth of the construction industry, is driving the demand for feldspar. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, fueling the growth of the feldspar market.

Increasing demand from the glass industry- Feldspar is also used in the glass industry as a flux, and as filler in the production of glass fibers. The growing demand for glass products, especially in the automotive and construction industries, is driving the demand for feldspar. The trend towards lightweight and energy-efficient materials is also driving the demand for feldspar in the glass industry.

Technological advancements- Advances in technology are leading to the development of new and innovative products that use feldspar. For example, feldspar-based coatings are being developed for use in solar panels, which could significantly increase their efficiency. Similarly, feldspar-based products are being developed for use in batteries and other electronic devices. These advancements are expected to drive the demand for feldspar in the coming years. The U.S. Department of Energy has been investing in the development of advanced materials for use in solar panels and other electronic devices. In a recent report, the department highlighted the potential of feldspar-based coatings to significantly increase the efficiency of solar panels, which could drive the demand for feldspar in the future.

Feldspar Market Segment Analysis:

  • Based on end-use industry, the global feldspar market is expected to witness positive growth in ceramics segment.

Feldspar is a widely used mineral in the ceramics industry due to its excellent properties such as low thermal expansion, high chemical resistance, and good mechanical strength. As a result, ceramics is one of the largest end-use industries for feldspar. The demand for feldspar in the ceramics industry is driven by the increasing use of ceramics in various applications, such as building materials, electronic components, and tableware.

Feldspar Market Geographical Outlook:

  • North America accounted for a significant share of the global feldspar market.

Based on geography, the global feldspar market is segmented into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa and Asia Pacific. North America is one of the largest markets for feldspar, driven by the strong demand from the glass and ceramics industries. The United States is the largest producer of feldspar in the region, with significant deposits found in states such as North Carolina, Virginia, and California. In addition, Canada is also a significant producer of feldspar, with deposits found in Ontario and Quebec. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the United States was the leading producer of feldspar in North America in 2020, with an estimated production of 620,000 metric tons. Additionally, Canada produced an estimated 210,000 metric tons of feldspar in the same year.

Key Market Segments

  • By Type
    • Plagioclase feldspar
    • Potassium feldspar
  • By End-Use Industry
    • Glass
    • Ceramics
    • Fillers
    • Adhesives
    • Others
  • By Geography
    • North America
      • USA
      • Canada
      • Mexico
    • South America
      • Brazil
      • Argentina
      • Others
    • Europe
      • UK
      • Germany
      • France
      • Spain
      • Others
    • Middle East and Africa
      • Saudi Arabia
      • UAE
      • Others
    • Asia Pacific
      • China
      • Japan
      • India
      • South Korea
      • Indonesia
      • Taiwan
      • Others
 

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Market Overview

1.2. Market Definition

1.3. Scope of the Study

1.4. Market Segmentation

1.5. Currency

1.6. Assumptions

1.7. Base, and Forecast Years Timeline

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

2.1. Research Data

2.2. Assumptions

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1. Research Highlights

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1. Market Drivers

4.2. Market Restraints

4.3. Porter’s Five Force Analysis

4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.3.3. Threat of New Entrants

4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes

4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry

4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. GLOBAL FELDSPAR MARKET ANALYSIS, BY TYPE

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Plagioclase feldspar

5.3. Potassium feldspar

6. GLOBAL FELDSPAR MARKET ANALYSIS, BY END-USE INDUSTRY

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Glass

6.3. Ceramics

6.4. Fillers

6.5. Adhesives

6.6. Others 

7. GLOBAL FELDSPAR MARKET ANALYSIS, BY GEOGRAPHY

7.1. Introduction

7.2. North America

7.2.1. USA

7.2.2. Canada

7.2.3. Mexico

7.3. South America

7.3.1. Brazil

7.3.2. Argentina

7.3.3. Others

7.4. Europe

7.4.1. UK

7.4.2. Germany

7.4.3. France

7.4.4. Spain

7.4.5. Others

7.5. Middle East And Africa

7.5.1. Saudi Arabia

7.5.2. UAE

7.5.3. Others

7.6. Asia Pacific

7.6.1. China

7.6.2. Japan

7.6.3. India

7.6.4. South Korea

7.6.5. Indonesia

7.6.6. Taiwan

7.6.7. Others

8. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

8.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

8.2. Emerging Players and Market Lucrativeness

8.3. Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

8.4. Vendor Competitiveness Matrix

9. COMPANY PROFILES

9.1. Imerys S.A.

9.2. Sibelco

9.3. The Quartz Corporation

9.4. Sun Minerals

9.5. Adinath Industries

9.6. Mahavir Minerals Ltd.

9.7. Minerali Industriali S.r.l.

9.8. LB Minerals, Ltd.

9.9. Quarzwerke GmbH  

Imerys S.A.

Sibelco

The Quartz Corporation

Sun Minerals

Adinath Industries

Mahavir Minerals Ltd.

Minerali Industriali S.r.l.

LB Minerals, Ltd.

Quarzwerke GmbH  

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