Plaster Accelerators

Global Plaster Accelerators Market to Reach US$342.1 Million by 2030

The global market for Plaster Accelerators estimated at US$269.6 Million in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$342.1 Million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.1% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Gypsum Plaster, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 3.2% CAGR and reach US$202.6 Million by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Non-Gypsum Plaster segment is estimated at 5.4% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$73.4 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 7.3% CAGR

The Plaster Accelerators market in the U.S. is estimated at US$73.4 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$69.0 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 7.3% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 1.7% and 3.1% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 2.3% CAGR.

Global Plaster Accelerators Market – Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

What Makes Plaster Accelerators a Critical Component in Building and Construction Chemistry?
Plaster accelerators are chemical additives used to reduce the setting time of gypsum-based plasters, enhancing construction efficiency and productivity, especially under low temperature or high humidity conditions. These compounds—often based on calcium sulfate dihydrate, potassium sulfate, or aluminum sulfate—facilitate rapid hydration and crystallization of calcium sulfate hemihydrate, allowing quicker finishing, reduced waiting time between application stages, and better adherence on vertical surfaces. In fast-paced construction environments, particularly in high-rise, prefabricated, and interior finishing projects, plaster accelerators have become indispensable for project time optimization.

Their utility extends beyond commercial construction into decorative plasterwork, moldings, prefabricated panels, and repair mortars. In these applications, quick setting ensures better form definition, reduced shrinkage cracks, and faster mold release, making accelerators essential for ornamental, architectural, and restoration work. With increasing demand for time-efficient construction methods and modular building practices, the role of plaster accelerators is evolving from being optional to mission-critical in both small-scale and large-scale applications. This is particularly relevant in emerging markets where urbanization and infrastructure modernization are driving high-volume plaster use across residential and commercial sectors.

How Are Additive Formulations and Compatibility Enhancing Market Versatility?
Modern plaster accelerators are being formulated to balance rapid set time with workability, compressive strength, and surface smoothness. Product innovation focuses on achieving predictable acceleration without compromising finish quality or long-term durability. To that end, manufacturers are developing synergistic additive systems that include retarders, plasticizers, and thickeners to control flow, minimize surface cracking, and enhance adhesion. These multifunctional blends are customized for different application types—manual application, machine spraying, or cast gypsum production.

Compatibility with various gypsum types (natural, synthetic, or recycled) and cementitious blends is a major design consideration. Some advanced accelerators are tailored for lightweight gypsum boards, fire-rated panels, and jointing compounds used in drywall systems. Moreover, formulations are being adapted to comply with low-VOC and eco-labeling standards to meet regulatory norms and LEED certification requirements. Rapid-setting accelerators for cold weather applications are also gaining traction, especially in regions with variable climate zones. These developments are positioning accelerators not just as performance enhancers, but also as enablers of material adaptability across evolving construction technologies.

Where Are Regional Markets and Application Areas Gaining Traction?
Asia-Pacific is the fastest-growing region in the plaster accelerators market, driven by urban housing growth, infrastructure development, and widespread adoption of dry construction techniques in countries like China, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Government-backed affordable housing schemes and rising middle-class demand for faster build cycles are encouraging the use of gypsum-based materials, where accelerators are essential for timely project delivery. In Western Europe and North America, the demand is supported by interior renovation trends, particularly in energy-efficient building upgrades, which often require rapid plastering and finishing solutions in occupied spaces.

In the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), high ambient temperatures accelerate gypsum drying naturally; however, controlled acceleration is still required for uniformity in large-scale projects such as malls, airports, and hospitality infrastructure. Additionally, the rise of modular and prefab construction in Europe and Australia is creating demand for precision-cast gypsum parts, which rely on accelerators for production consistency and dimensional stability. The DIY and retail segment is also witnessing growth in demand for small-pack plaster accelerators among home renovators, further broadening market accessibility and consumer familiarity.

What’s Driving the Expansion of the Global Plaster Accelerators Market?
The growth in the global plaster accelerators market is driven by several factors, including the global shift toward faster and more efficient construction methods, rising urbanization, and expanded use of gypsum-based systems in residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Accelerators play a vital role in reducing project timelines, increasing construction throughput, and enabling productivity in conditions that otherwise slow plaster setting. Their increasing adoption in prefabrication, ornamental applications, and panel-based construction is expanding their relevance across segments and geographies.

Continued innovation in additive chemistry—focusing on compatibility, setting control, and sustainable formulations—is further enhancing demand. Environmental regulations and construction standards mandating low-emission, resource-efficient building materials are encouraging the development of eco-friendly plaster accelerators. The rise of dry mix mortars, ready-to-use plasters, and mechanized application tools is also fostering accelerator use to maintain workability and setting precision under accelerated build schedules. As construction systems move toward leaner, modular, and performance-driven models, plaster accelerators will remain integral to delivering speed, quality, and consistency in modern gypsum applications across global construction value chains.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Plaster Accelerators market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Type (Gypsum Plaster, Non-Gypsum Plaster); Application (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 43 Featured) -

• BASF SE
• Calder Industrial Materials Ltd
• CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V.
• Eazymix Ltd.
• Egger Group
• Fosroc International Ltd.
• Gyprock (CSR Limited)
• Kalyan Industries
• Knauf Gips KG
• Mapei S.p.A.
• Manningham Concrete
• Qingdao Yuyin Chemicals Co., Ltd.
• Saint-Gobain S.A.
• Shanghai Landytop Gypsum Machinery Co., Ltd.
• Shubham Starch Chem (P) Ltd.
• Sika AG
• USG Corporation
• Vijaya Building Materials
• Wacker Chemie AG
• Wienerberger AG

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