The Global E-Scrap Recycling Market is valued at approximately USD 29.58 billion in 2022 and is anticipated to grow with a healthy growth rate of more than 14.2% over the forecast period 2023-2032. The e-scrap recycling market encompasses the recycling of electronic waste, including devices nearing the end of their functional lifespan such as home appliances and IT equipment. With technological advancements and a rapid product turnover, the accumulation of electronic scrap has increased significantly. These devices, often containing hazardous elements like lead, mercury, and cadmium, pose environmental and health risks if improperly disposed of. Consequently, recycling e-waste has become a crucial practice, driven by the need to mitigate these negative impacts on the environment.
The market is witnessing robust growth, fueled by rising awareness of the harmful effects of e-waste, stringent environmental regulations, and the economic potential of recovering valuable materials such as gold, copper, and other metals from electronic scrap. However, the market faces challenges, particularly in developing regions, where the lack of proper infrastructure and the prevalence of informal recycling activities limit market growth. Nonetheless, opportunities abound, particularly in the development of integrated recycling facilities and the recovery of precious metals, which can generate significant revenue while reducing the need for new mining activities.
The key regions considered in the study include Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa. Asia-Pacific dominant in the global e-scrap recycling market, due to its large population and booming electronics industry. Additionally, Asia-Pacific has a well-established recycling infrastructure and a growing number of government initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable practices and reducing environmental impact. The fastest-growing region in the e-scrap recycling market is North America. This rapid growth is driven by several factors, including increasing awareness of environmental issues, stricter government regulations regarding electronic waste disposal, and the growing adoption of sustainable practices by businesses and consumers. The region's technological advancements and strong emphasis on recycling and resource recovery are also contributing to the accelerated growth.
Major market players included in this report are:
- JX Nippon Mining & Metals Corporation
- WM Intellectual Property Holdings, L.L.C.
- Umicore N.V.
- Quantum Lifecycle Partners
- Ecoreco Ltd.
- DOWA ECO-SYSTEM Co., Ltd.
- Desco Electronic Recyclers
- Electronic Recyclers International
- Stena Metall AB
- Iron Mountain Incorporated
- Kuusakoski Recycling
- ZhongDe Waste Technology AG
- Triple M Metal LP
- Dowa Holdings Co., Ltd.
- TOMRA Sorting GmbH
The detailed segments and sub-segment of the market are explained below:
By Product Type:
- IT and Telecommunications Equipment
- Large White Goods
- Small Household Appliances
- Others
By Processed Materials:
- Plastic
- Metal
- Glass
- Others
By Region:
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- UK
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Rest of Latin America
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
Years considered for the study are as follows:
- Historical year - 2022
- Base year - 2022
- Forecast period - 2023 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.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market Executive Summary
- 1.1. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
- 1.2. Regional Summary
- 1.3. Segmental Summary
- 1.3.1. By Product Type
- 1.3.2. By Processed Materials
- 1.4. Key Trends
- 1.5. Recession Impact
- 1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market Definition and Research Assumptions
- 2.1. Research Objective
- 2.2. Market Definition
- 2.3. Research Assumptions
- 2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 2.3.2. Limitations
- 2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
- 2.3.3.1. Availability
- 2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
- 2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
- 2.3.3.4. Market Competition
- 2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer's Perspective)
- 2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
- 2.3.4.1. Regulatory frameworks
- 2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
- 2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
- 2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
- 2.4. Estimation Methodology
- 2.5. Years Considered for the Study
- 2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market Dynamics
- 3.1. Market Drivers
- 3.1.1. Rising Awareness of Environmental Sustainability
- 3.1.2. Enforcement of Stringent Regulations
- 3.1.3. Economic Potential of Material Recovery
- 3.2. Market Challenges
- 3.2.1. Lack of Proper Infrastructure in Developing Regions
- 3.2.2. Prevalence of Informal Recycling Practices
- 3.3. Market Opportunities
- 3.3.1. Development of Integrated Recycling Facilities
- 3.3.2. Recovery of Precious Metals
- 3.3.3. Advancements in Recycling Technologies
Chapter 4. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market Industry Analysis
- 4.1. Porter's 5 Force Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
- 4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter's 5 Force Model
- 4.1.7. Porter's 5 Force Impact Analysis
- 4.2. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.2.1. Political
- 4.2.2. Economical
- 4.2.3. Social
- 4.2.4. Technological
- 4.2.5. Environmental
- 4.2.6. Legal
- 4.3. Top investment opportunity
- 4.4. Top winning strategies
- 4.5. Disruptive Trends
- 4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
- 4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market Size & Forecasts by Product Type 2022-2032
- 5.1. Segment Dashboard
- 5.2. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market: Product Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
- 5.2.1. IT and Telecommunications Equipment
- 5.2.2. Large White Goods
- 5.2.3. Small Household Appliances
- 5.2.4. Others
Chapter 6. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market Size & Forecasts by Processed Materials 2022-2032
- 6.1. Segment Dashboard
- 6.2. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market: Processed Materials Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
- 6.2.1. Plastic
- 6.2.2. Metal
- 6.2.3. Glass
- 6.2.4. Others
Chapter 7. Global E-Scrap Recycling Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032
- 7.1. North America E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.1.1. U.S. E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.1.1.1. Product Type breakdown size & forecasts, 2022-2032
- 7.1.1.2. Processed Materials breakdown size & forecasts, 2022-2032
- 7.1.2. Canada E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.2. Europe E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.2.1. U.K. E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.2.2. Germany E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.2.3. France E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.2.4. Italy E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.2.5. Spain E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.2.6. Rest of Europe E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.3. Asia-Pacific E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.3.1. China E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.3.2. India E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.3.3. Japan E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.3.4. Australia E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.3.5. South Korea E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.3.6. Rest of Asia Pacific E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.4. Latin America E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.4.1. Brazil E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.4.2. Mexico E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.4.3. Rest of Latin America E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.5. Middle East & Africa E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.5.1. Saudi Arabia E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.5.2. South Africa E-Scrap Recycling Market
- 7.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa E-Scrap Recycling Market
Chapter 8. Competitive Intelligence
- 8.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
- 8.2. Top Market Strategies
- 8.3. Company Profiles
- 8.3.1. JX Nippon Mining & Metals Corporation
- 8.3.1.2. Overview
- 8.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
- 8.3.1.4. Product Summary
- 8.3.1.5. Market Strategies
- 8.3.2. WM Intellectual Property Holdings, L.L.C.
- 8.3.3. Umicore N.V.
- 8.3.4. Quantum Lifecycle Partners
- 8.3.5. Ecoreco Ltd.
- 8.3.6. DOWA ECO-SYSTEM Co., Ltd.
- 8.3.7. Desco Electronic Recyclers
- 8.3.8. Electronic Recyclers International
- 8.3.9. Stena Metall AB
- 8.3.10. Iron Mountain Incorporated
- 8.3.11. Kuusakoski Recycling
- 8.3.12. ZhongDe Waste Technology AG
- 8.3.13. Triple M Metal LP
- 8.3.14. Dowa Holdings Co., Ltd.
- 8.3.15. TOMRA Sorting GmbH
Chapter 9. Research Process
- 9.1. Research Process
- 9.1.1. Data Mining
- 9.1.2. Analysis
- 9.1.3. Market Estimation
- 9.1.4. Validation
- 9.1.5. Publishing
- 9.2. Research Attributes