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活性碳市场-全球产业规模、份额、趋势、机会及预测,按类型、原料、最终用户、地区及竞争情况细分,2020-2030 年

Activated Carbon Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity & Forecast, Segmented By Type, By Raw Material, By End User, By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F

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简介目录

2024年全球活性碳市场价值为89.2亿美元,预计2030年将达到137.7亿美元,复合年增长率为7.50%。受环保合规要求不断提高、人们对空气和水质的担忧日益加剧以及工业和市政领域先进净化系统日益普及的推动,全球活性碳市场正在加速扩张。活性碳凭藉其卓越的吸附性能和高比表面积,已成为微量污染物去除、汞排放控制、溶剂回收和製程流净化等应用的关键投入。其在公共事业和高价值工业流程的应用,凸显了其功能性和经济重要性。

市场概览
预测期 2026-2030
2024年市场规模 89.2亿美元
2030年市场规模 137.7亿美元
2025-2030 年复合年增长率 7.50%
成长最快的领域 粉状
最大的市场 北美洲

随着监管压力的加大以及基础设施升级的势头强劲,尤其是在水处理、减排和资源回收领域,活性碳市场在营运风险管理和环境、社会和治理 (ESG) 策略中的重要性日益凸显。该行业正经历资本流入和战略投资的增加,使其成为全球永续发展计画的优先组成部分。因此,活性碳需求可望持续成长,成熟市场专注于性能提升和循环解决方案,而新兴经济体则透过大规模基础设施扩张和环境政策改革来推动需求成长。

关键市场驱动因素

活性碳在水处理的应用日益增多

主要市场挑战

原物料价格波动

主要市场趋势

技术进步的成长

目录

第 1 章:产品概述

第二章:研究方法

第三章:执行摘要

第四章:顾客之声

第五章:活性碳市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
    • 按价值
  • 市场占有率和预测
    • 依类型(粉状、颗粒状、其他)
    • 依原料(木材、椰子壳、煤炭等)
    • 依最终用户(水处理、食品饮料、製药、汽车、空气净化、其他)
    • 按地区
    • 按公司分类(2024)
  • 市场地图

第六章:北美活性碳市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • 北美:国家分析
    • 美国
    • 加拿大
    • 墨西哥

第七章:欧洲活性碳市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • 欧洲:国家分析
    • 德国
    • 英国
    • 义大利
    • 法国
    • 西班牙

第八章:亚太活性碳市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • 亚太地区:国家分析
    • 中国
    • 印度
    • 日本
    • 韩国
    • 澳洲

第九章:南美活性碳市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • 南美洲:国家分析
    • 巴西
    • 阿根廷
    • 哥伦比亚

第十章:中东和非洲活性碳市场展望

  • 市场规模和预测
  • 市场占有率和预测
  • MEA:国家分析
    • 南非
    • 沙乌地阿拉伯
    • 阿联酋

第 11 章:市场动态

  • 驱动程式
  • 挑战

第 12 章:市场趋势与发展

  • 最新动态
  • 产品发布
  • 併购

第 13 章:全球活性碳市场:SWOT 分析

第 14 章:竞争格局

  • Calgon Carbon Corporation
  • Cabot Corporation (CBT)
  • Kuraray Co., Ltd.
  • CarboTech AC GmbH
  • ADA Carbon Solutions, LLC
  • Indo German Carbons Limited
  • Oxbow Activated Carbon LLC
  • Donau Chemie AG
  • CECA SA
  • Hayleys PLC

第 15 章:策略建议

第16章调查会社について・免责事项

简介目录
Product Code: 14438

Global Activated Carbon market was valued at USD 8.92 Billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 13.77 Billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 7.50%. The global activated carbon market is undergoing accelerated expansion, driven by escalating environmental compliance requirements, intensifying concerns over air and water quality, and the widening adoption of advanced purification systems across industrial and municipal sectors. Leveraging its superior adsorption properties and high surface area, activated carbon has become a critical input in applications such as trace contaminant removal, mercury emission control, solvent recovery, and process stream purification. Its integration into both public utilities and high-value industrial processes underscores its functional and economic importance.

Market Overview
Forecast Period2026-2030
Market Size 2024USD 8.92 Billion
Market Size 2030USD 13.77 Billion
CAGR 2025-20307.50%
Fastest Growing SegmentPowdered
Largest MarketNorth America

As regulatory pressures mount and infrastructure upgrades gain momentum particularly in water treatment, emissions mitigation, and resource recovery the activated carbon market is becoming increasingly central to operational risk management and ESG strategies. The sector is witnessing heightened capital inflows and strategic investment, positioning it as a high-priority component of global sustainability initiatives. Consequently, demand for activated carbon is poised for sustained growth, with mature markets focusing on performance enhancements and circular solutions, while emerging economies drive volume demand through large-scale infrastructure expansion and environmental policy reform.

Key Market Drivers

Rise in Utilization of Activated Carbon in Water Treatment

The increasing use of activated carbon in water treatment applications is a major catalyst accelerating the growth of the global activated carbon market. As global water stress intensifies and regulatory scrutiny over water quality tightens, both public and private stakeholders are expanding investments in advanced water treatment technologies. Activated carbon has emerged as a critical material in this transformation due to its proven effectiveness in adsorbing a broad range of chemical, organic, and micropollutant contaminants. By 2025, an estimated 50% of the global population could be residing in regions experiencing water scarcity, placing immense pressure on municipal and industrial water systems. By 2030, projections suggest that up to 700 million people may face displacement due to severe water shortages, with significant implications for regional stability and infrastructure planning. Looking ahead to 2040, approximately 1 in 4 children globally is expected to live in areas classified as experiencing extremely high water stress, underscoring the urgent need for investment in resilient water management, purification technologies, and sustainable resource allocation strategies. Modern water systems are facing an influx of complex and emerging contaminants that traditional treatment technologies struggle to handle. These include: PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), Pharmaceutical residues, Pesticides and herbicides, Volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Activated carbon, particularly in granular and powdered forms, is one of the few scalable solutions capable of effectively removing these substances from drinking water, industrial effluent, and wastewater streams. Its ability to target low-concentration micropollutants while maintaining operational flexibility makes it indispensable for advanced water treatment facilities.

Environmental regulatory bodies such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), European Commission, and numerous Asian authorities have introduced or tightened water quality standards mandating utilities and industries to implement more robust purification processes. Activated carbon is now frequently mandated or recommended in guidelines for removing specific hazardous contaminants. Compliance-driven retrofitting of municipal and industrial water treatment plants is leading to higher recurring demand for activated carbon. This regulatory momentum is especially strong in regions like North America and Europe, but is rapidly gaining traction across emerging economies as well, driving global demand upward.

In Europe, portions of the water distribution infrastructure remain severely outdated, with some pipelines having exceeded 100 years of service without major upgrades. This aging network contributes to inefficiencies and high water loss. Simultaneously, water scarcity impacts nearly 20% of the continent's land area and affects 30% of the population annually, signaling growing pressure on already strained water systems. At the same time, developing economies in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa are investing in new water infrastructure to support urbanization, population growth, and public health improvement further contributing to global activated carbon consumption. Industries such as chemical manufacturing, power generation, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, and textile processing are under increasing pressure to reduce water consumption and implement closed-loop water systems. Activated carbon plays a key role in enabling: Industrial water recycling, Zero liquid discharge (ZLD) systems, Effluent decontamination for reuse or safe disposal. This is especially critical in water-scarce regions and for industries operating under strict sustainability targets. The need for high-efficiency, cost-effective treatment media in these applications is directly boosting demand for activated carbon.

Key Market Challenges

Volatility in Prices of Raw Materials

The production of activated carbon involves the utilization of specific raw materials such as wood, coconut shells, coal, and other organic substances. These raw materials undergo a process called activation, which creates a highly porous structure with an increased surface area. The quality, availability, and cost of these raw materials significantly influence the production costs and market dynamics of activated carbon. Price volatility in raw materials can result in imbalances between supply and demand, leading to fluctuations in the availability of activated carbon. Shifts in supply can disrupt manufacturing processes and create uncertainties in meeting customer demands. Moreover, sudden price increases or shortages of raw materials may prompt manufacturers to seek alternative sources or substitute materials, affecting product quality and consistency. Fluctuating raw material prices directly impact the cost structure of activated carbon manufacturing. When raw material prices rise, manufacturers face higher production costs, which can lead to reduced profit margins if they are unable to pass on these costs to customers. On the other hand, when raw material prices decline, manufacturers may struggle to maintain profitability, especially if they have already made significant investments at higher prices. Price volatility in raw materials influences the pricing strategies adopted by activated carbon manufacturers. When raw material prices surge, manufacturers may be compelled to increase product prices to maintain profitability. However, this could potentially affect their competitiveness in the market, as customers may seek lower-cost alternatives or explore different adsorbent options. Balancing cost pressures with maintaining a competitive edge can be challenging for manufacturers. Price volatility makes long-term planning and forecasting difficult for activated carbon manufacturers. Fluctuating raw material costs make it challenging to accurately predict future production costs and revenue streams. This uncertainty can hinder investment decisions, capacity expansions, and business growth strategies, as manufacturers must carefully assess the risks associated with raw material price fluctuations.

Key Market Trends

Growth in Technological Advancements

The global activated carbon market has witnessed significant growth in recent years, driven by its diverse applications in water treatment, air purification, and industrial processes. One of the key trends shaping this market is the rapid growth in technological advancements. Innovations in production processes, product design, and application techniques have revolutionized the activated carbon industry, enabling enhanced performance and efficiency. This article explores the impact of technological advancements on the global activated carbon market. Technological advancements have led to the development of more efficient and sustainable manufacturing processes for activated carbon. Traditional methods, such as physical activation and chemical activation, have been enhanced through automation and optimization. New techniques, such as microwave activation and carbonization, offer faster production rates, higher yields, and improved product quality, thereby driving market growth. Innovations in product design have resulted in the development of activated carbon with tailored properties and improved performance characteristics. Researchers are exploring new materials and formulations to optimize surface area, pore size distribution, and adsorption capacity. These advancements enable activated carbon to effectively remove volatile organic compounds (VOCs), heavy metals, and other contaminants from air and water sources, expanding its range of applications. The integration of nanotechnology into the production of activated carbon has opened up new possibilities for improved performance. Nanoparticles, such as graphene and carbon nanotubes, can enhance the adsorption capacity and selectivity of activated carbon.

Key Market Players

  • Calgon Carbon Corporation
  • Cabot Corporation (CBT)
  • Kuraray Co., Ltd.
  • CarboTech AC GmbH
  • ADA Carbon Solutions, LLC
  • Indo German Carbons Limited
  • Oxbow Activated Carbon LLC
  • Donau Chemie AG
  • CECA SA
  • Hayleys PLC

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Activated Carbon Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Activated Carbon Market, By Type:

  • Powdered
  • Granular
  • Others

Activated Carbon Market, By Raw Material:

  • Wood
  • Coconut Shells
  • Coal, Others

Activated Carbon Market, By End User:

  • Water Treatment
  • Food & Beverage
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Automotive
  • Air Purification
  • Others

Activated Carbon Market, By Region:

  • North America
    • United States
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • France
    • United Kingdom
    • Italy
    • Germany
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • Australia
    • South Korea
  • South America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Colombia
  • Middle East & Africa
    • South Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Activated Carbon Market.

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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview

  • 1.1. Market Definition
  • 1.2. Scope of the Market
    • 1.2.1. Markets Covered
    • 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
    • 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

  • 2.1. Objective of the Study
  • 2.2. Baseline Methodology
  • 2.3. Key Industry Partners
  • 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
  • 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
  • 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
  • 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

  • 3.1. Overview of the Market
  • 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
  • 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
  • 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
  • 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Activated Carbon Market Outlook

  • 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 5.1.1. By Value
  • 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 5.2.1. By Type (Powdered, Granular, Others)
    • 5.2.2. By Raw Material (Wood, Coconut Shells, Coal, Others)
    • 5.2.3. By End User (Water Treatment, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Automotive, Air Purification, Others)
    • 5.2.4. By Region
    • 5.2.5. By Company (2024)
  • 5.3. Market Map

6. North America Activated Carbon Market Outlook

  • 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 6.1.1. By Value
  • 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 6.2.1. By Type
    • 6.2.2. By Raw Material
    • 6.2.3. By End User
    • 6.2.4. By Country
  • 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
    • 6.3.1. United States Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 6.3.1.2.1. By Type
        • 6.3.1.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 6.3.1.2.3. By End User
    • 6.3.2. Canada Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 6.3.2.2.1. By Type
        • 6.3.2.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 6.3.2.2.3. By End User
    • 6.3.3. Mexico Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 6.3.3.2.1. By Type
        • 6.3.3.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 6.3.3.2.3. By End User

7. Europe Activated Carbon Market Outlook

  • 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 7.1.1. By Value
  • 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 7.2.1. By Type
    • 7.2.2. By Raw Material
    • 7.2.3. By End User
    • 7.2.4. By Country
  • 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
    • 7.3.1. Germany Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 7.3.1.2.1. By Type
        • 7.3.1.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 7.3.1.2.3. By End User
    • 7.3.2. United Kingdom Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 7.3.2.2.1. By Type
        • 7.3.2.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 7.3.2.2.3. By End User
    • 7.3.3. Italy Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 7.3.3.2.1. By Type
        • 7.3.3.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 7.3.3.2.3. By End User
    • 7.3.4. France Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 7.3.4.2.1. By Type
        • 7.3.4.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 7.3.4.2.3. By End User
    • 7.3.5. Spain Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
      • 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 7.3.5.2.1. By Type
        • 7.3.5.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 7.3.5.2.3. By End User

8. Asia-Pacific Activated Carbon Market Outlook

  • 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 8.1.1. By Value
  • 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 8.2.1. By Type
    • 8.2.2. By Raw Material
    • 8.2.3. By End User
    • 8.2.4. By Country
  • 8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
    • 8.3.1. China Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 8.3.1.2.1. By Type
        • 8.3.1.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 8.3.1.2.3. By End User
    • 8.3.2. India Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 8.3.2.2.1. By Type
        • 8.3.2.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 8.3.2.2.3. By End User
    • 8.3.3. Japan Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 8.3.3.2.1. By Type
        • 8.3.3.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 8.3.3.2.3. By End User
    • 8.3.4. South Korea Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
      • 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 8.3.4.2.1. By Type
        • 8.3.4.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 8.3.4.2.3. By End User
    • 8.3.5. Australia Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
      • 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 8.3.5.2.1. By Type
        • 8.3.5.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 8.3.5.2.3. By End User

9. South America Activated Carbon Market Outlook

  • 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 9.1.1. By Value
  • 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 9.2.1. By Type
    • 9.2.2. By Raw Material
    • 9.2.3. By End User
    • 9.2.4. By Country
  • 9.3. South America: Country Analysis
    • 9.3.1. Brazil Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 9.3.1.2.1. By Type
        • 9.3.1.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 9.3.1.2.3. By End User
    • 9.3.2. Argentina Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 9.3.2.2.1. By Type
        • 9.3.2.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 9.3.2.2.3. By End User
    • 9.3.3. Colombia Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 9.3.3.2.1. By Type
        • 9.3.3.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 9.3.3.2.3. By End User

10. Middle East and Africa Activated Carbon Market Outlook

  • 10.1. Market Size & Forecast
    • 10.1.1. By Value
  • 10.2. Market Share & Forecast
    • 10.2.1. By Type
    • 10.2.2. By Raw Material
    • 10.2.3. By End User
    • 10.2.4. By Country
  • 10.3. MEA: Country Analysis
    • 10.3.1. South Africa Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
      • 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 10.3.1.2.1. By Type
        • 10.3.1.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 10.3.1.2.3. By End User
    • 10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
      • 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 10.3.2.2.1. By Type
        • 10.3.2.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 10.3.2.2.3. By End User
    • 10.3.3. UAE Activated Carbon Market Outlook
      • 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
        • 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
      • 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
        • 10.3.3.2.1. By Type
        • 10.3.3.2.2. By Raw Material
        • 10.3.3.2.3. By End User

11. Market Dynamics

  • 11.1. Drivers
  • 11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

  • 12.1. Recent Developments
  • 12.2. Product Launches
  • 12.3. Mergers & Acquisitions

13. Global Activated Carbon Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Competitive Landscape

  • 14.1. Calgon Carbon Corporation
    • 14.1.1. Business Overview
    • 14.1.2. Product & Service Offerings
    • 14.1.3. Recent Developments
    • 14.1.4. Financials (If Listed)
    • 14.1.5. Key Personnel
    • 14.1.6. SWOT Analysis
  • 14.2. Cabot Corporation (CBT)
  • 14.3. Kuraray Co., Ltd.
  • 14.4. CarboTech AC GmbH
  • 14.5. ADA Carbon Solutions, LLC
  • 14.6. Indo German Carbons Limited
  • 14.7. Oxbow Activated Carbon LLC
  • 14.8. Donau Chemie AG
  • 14.9. CECA SA
  • 14.10.Hayleys PLC

15. Strategic Recommendations

16. About Us & Disclaimer