Industrial By-product Gypsum Market Growth Forecast 2023–2030: Trends, Demand & Global Insights

Global Industrial By-product Gypsum Market was valued at US$ 2.1 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach US$ 3.5 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period.

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Jul 9, 2025 - 16:23

This secondary gypsum, derived from industrial processes like flue gas desulfurization and phosphoric acid production, is gaining prominence as a sustainable alternative to natural gypsum across construction and agriculture sectors.

Industrial by-product gypsum has become integral to modern manufacturing and construction practices due to its cost-effectiveness and environmental benefits. With increasing emphasis on circular economy principles, manufacturers are adopting innovative technologies to transform industrial waste into high-value construction materials, driving significant market expansion.

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Market Overview & Regional Analysis

Asia-Pacific dominates the global industrial gypsum market, accounting for 45% of total consumption, primarily driven by China's massive construction sector and Japan's advanced recycling infrastructure. China's push for sustainable building materials has accelerated FGD gypsum adoption, while India's growing cement industry presents significant opportunities.

Europe shows strong growth potential with stringent environmental regulations pushing for industrial by-product utilization in construction. North America maintains steady demand, particularly in wallboard production, where over 30% of materials now incorporate synthetic gypsum. Emerging markets in Southeast Asia and Latin America are witnessing accelerated adoption as sustainable construction practices gain traction.

Key Market Drivers and Opportunities

The market is propelled by three key factors: tightening environmental regulations on industrial waste disposal, cost advantages over mined gypsum, and growing demand for green building materials. Construction applications account for 65% of total consumption, with cement production and drywall manufacturing being primary end-uses. The agriculture sector shows promising growth potential as farmers increasingly recognize gypsum's soil conditioning benefits.

Emerging opportunities include advanced applications in 3D printing materials and novel composite development. Recent technological advancements in purification processes have expanded potential applications in food and pharmaceutical industries, creating new revenue streams for market players.

Challenges & Restraints

Market growth faces several headwinds, including inconsistent quality of by-product gypsum across sources and regions. Transportation costs remain prohibitive for some applications, limiting market penetration in remote areas. Regulatory complexities around heavy metal content in certain by-products create additional compliance burdens for manufacturers.

Infrastructure limitations in developing nations hinder efficient collection and processing of industrial by-products. Furthermore, the cement industry's cyclical nature introduces demand volatility, while competition from alternative waste materials like fly ash presents substitution risks in some applications.

Market Segmentation by Type

Phosphogypsum
Fluorogypsum
Flue Gas Desulfurization Gypsum
Citrogypsum
Others (including borogypsum, etc.)

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Market Segmentation by Application

Construction (cement, drywall, etc.)
Agriculture (soil conditioner)
Industrial (molds, casts, etc.)
Others (including dental applications)

Key Market Players

Knauf Gips KG
USG Corporation
National Gypsum Company
PABCO Gypsum
Saint-Gobain
Yoshino Gypsum Co., Ltd.
Georgia-Pacific
Continental Building Products
American Gypsum
Eagle Materials

Report Scope

This comprehensive report provides detailed analysis of the global industrial by-product gypsum market from 2023 to 2030, including:

Market size estimates and growth projections
Detailed segmentation by type, application, and region
Competitive landscape analysis
Technology trends and innovations
Regulatory environment assessment
Supply chain analysis

The study combines primary interviews with industry experts and comprehensive secondary research to deliver actionable insights for stakeholders across the value chain.

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