New Market Study on Pigments

Ceresana Research has just completed its comprehensive analysis of the global pigments market, which is the most extensive of its kind, analyzing the newest facts and trends, presented on over 1,000 pages. The study offers a view of the current market, leading up to the year 2016, and contains more than 250 manufacturer profiles within the pigments branch. Additional to these helpful resources, is an overview of legislative, environmental and health aspects, which affect this important market.

Growing market
The worldwide market for inorganic, organic and special pigments had a total volume of around 7.4 million tons in 2006. At growth rates of 2.9% p.a., this volume will rise to 9.8 million tons by 2016. Asia has the highest rate on a quantity basis followed by Europe and North America. In 2006, a turnover of US$ 17.6 billion (€ 13 billion) was reached mostly in Europe, followed by North America and Asia. This is expected to reach US$ 27.8 billion (€ 20,4 billion) by 2016, corresponding to its annual growth rate of 5%. Although organic pigments account for only 5% of all pigments based on quantity, they cover 28% when based on their value