Bismuth oxychloride is an inorganic compound with the formula BiOCI, which finds its applications as a makeup colorant that provides an iridescent (shiny) effect. Moreover, it is utilized in pharmaceutical, automotive, and other industries. Therefore, the growth of these industries is projected to boost the growth of the global bismuth oxychloride market in the near future. According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), global automobile production increased from 94.9 billion units in 2016 to 95.6 billion units in 2018.
Market Dynamics
Among product type, cosmetics & pharmaceutical grade segment held largest revenue share and contributed 80% in the global bismuth oxychloride market in 2022. Whereas, the industrial grade segment is expected to record the fastest growth over the forecast period. Industrial grade bismuth oxychloride finds its applications in end use industries such as wood coating, printing inks, and automotive. The growth of end use industries is likely to drive the growth of the global bismuth oxychloride market in the near future.
Among regions, in 2022, Asia Pacific held a dominant position in the global bismuth oxychloride market and contributed a revenue share of 33% in the global market. According to India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the Indian cosmetics, beauty, and grooming industry was valued at US$ 6.5 billion in 2017 and is expected to reach US$ 20 billion by the end of 2025. This factor is expected to boost the demand for bismuth oxychloride in the cosmetics industry over the forecast period.
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