Carbon Black Market to Reach USD 31.87 Billion by 2030 Driven by Tire Demand and Expanding Plastics Applications

Mordor Intelligence has published a new report on the "Carbon Black Market" offering a comprehensive analysis of trends, growth drivers, and future projection

Introduction

The global Carbon Black Market is estimated at USD 24.10 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 31.87 billion by 2030, reflecting a healthy CAGR of 5.75% during the forecast period. Carbon black continues to remain a critical raw material across industries, primarily for its reinforcing, conductive, and colorant properties. From improving the strength and performance of tires to enhancing the durability of plastics and coatings, its demand is seeing consistent growth worldwide.

With rapid urbanization, increasing automobile production, and expanding construction activities in Asia-Pacific and other developing regions, the market outlook remains positive. The role of carbon black in facilitating high-performance materials in tires, coatings, and plastics positions it as an essential industrial input.

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Key Trends

Sustained Demand from Tire Manufacturing

The tire manufacturing segment remains the largest consumer of carbon black globally. Carbon black imparts strength, durability, and abrasion resistance to tires, making it an irreplaceable material in tire production. As global vehicle ownership increases, particularly in Asia-Pacific and Africa, tire replacement cycles and OEM demand are contributing to stable market growth. Additionally, electric vehicles require tires with specific performance characteristics, further supporting carbon black consumption.

Growing Use in Plastics and Polymer Applications

Carbon black is widely used in plastic production as a colorant, UV stabilizer, and conductivity enhancer. Applications range from automotive parts and packaging materials to high-voltage cable sheathing. As lightweight plastics replace metals in automotive and construction sectors, the use of carbon black as a strengthening agent continues to rise, supporting market expansion beyond traditional tire applications.

Focus on Specialty Carbon Black Grades

Manufacturers are focusing on specialty carbon black grades for applications requiring precise conductivity, color, and performance properties. These include uses in electronics, batteries, coatings, and printing inks. With the global shift towards electric vehicles and advanced electronics, specialty grades are gaining momentum in the market.

Asia-Pacific Leading Global Consumption

Asia-Pacific remains the largest market for carbon black, driven by massive tire production capacities in China, India, and Southeast Asia. Rapid industrialization, infrastructure development, and a strong manufacturing base for automotive and electronics are further increasing consumption in the region. North America and Europe maintain stable demand, with gradual shifts towards high-performance and specialty carbon black applications.

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Market Segmentation

The Carbon Black Market report segments the industry as follows:

By Process Type

Furnace Black

Gas Black

Lamp Black

Thermal Black

By Application

Tires and Industrial Rubber Products

Plastics

Toners and Printing Inks

Coatings

Textile Fiber

Other Applications

By Geography

Asia-Pacific

North America

Europe

South America

Middle East and Africa

Detailed Segmentation Highlights

Furnace Black: Dominates production due to efficiency and suitability for mass tire manufacturing.

Plastics Application: Rising rapidly with increased usage in automotive and packaging industries.

Toners and Printing Inks: Specialty grades are used for high color strength and dispersion.

Regional Demand: Asia-Pacific leads with high automotive production and industrial manufacturing capacity.

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Key Players

The global carbon black market is moderately consolidated with leading players investing in capacity expansion, specialty product development, and strategic regional partnerships. Key companies include:

Cabot Corporation

Offers an extensive portfolio catering to tire, rubber, plastics, and specialty applications globally.

Birla Carbon (Aditya Birla Group)

One of the world's largest producers with a strong presence in Asia and global expansion plans.

Orion Engineered Carbons SA

Focused on high-performance and specialty carbon black for coatings, plastics, and conductive applications.

Jiangxi HEIMAO Carbon Black Co. Ltd

Key producer in China with growing export capabilities in standard and specialty grades.

International CSRC Investment Holdings Co., Ltd.

Expanding operations across Asia-Pacific with emphasis on sustainable and high-purity carbon black grades.

These players are aligning production strategies with sustainability requirements and technological shifts in end-use industries to remain competitive.

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Conclusion

The Carbon Black Market is poised for steady growth over the forecast period, supported by robust demand from the tire and automotive sectors, increasing plastics usage, and the rising need for specialty grades in electronics and coatings. Asia-Pacific continues to lead global consumption, while other regions maintain stable market shares driven by industrial growth. As manufacturers innovate to cater to evolving application requirements and environmental standards, carbon black remains integral to diverse manufacturing ecosystems worldwide.

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