FGD Gypsum Market by Product Type, End-Users, and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa): Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2025-2032
Description
Persistence Market Research has recently released a comprehensive report on the global FGD Gypsum Market, offering an in-depth analysis of key market dynamics such as growth drivers, restraints, opportunities, emerging trends, and competitive landscape. The report provides valuable insights to help industry participants, investors, and stakeholders make informed strategic decisions.
Key Insights:
The FGD (Flue Gas Desulfurization) gypsum market comprises synthetic gypsum generated as a by-product of flue gas desulfurization systems installed in coal-fired power plants to reduce sulfur dioxide emissions. FGD gypsum is widely used as an alternative to natural gypsum across various applications, including construction materials, cement manufacturing, agriculture soil amendment, water treatment, and industrial uses. Increasing emphasis on emission control regulations, coupled with rising demand from the construction and agriculture sectors, is driving the adoption of FGD gypsum globally. The market is further supported by sustainability initiatives that encourage the utilization of industrial by-products to reduce environmental impact and reliance on natural mineral resources.
Market Growth Drivers:
The growth of the global FGD gypsum market is primarily driven by the rising demand from the construction industry, where FGD gypsum is extensively used in drywall, cement, and plaster applications due to its consistent quality and cost-effectiveness. The increasing implementation of stringent environmental regulations on sulfur dioxide emissions has led to widespread installation of flue gas desulfurization systems in power plants, ensuring a steady supply of FGD gypsum. Additionally, the growing adoption of FGD gypsum in agriculture as a soil amendment to improve soil structure, nutrient availability, and crop yield is further accelerating market growth. Rapid urbanization, infrastructure development, and sustainable construction practices across emerging economies are also contributing significantly to market expansion.
Market Restraints:
Despite favorable growth prospects, the FGD gypsum market faces certain restraints that may hinder its expansion. The gradual shift toward renewable energy sources and the declining reliance on coal-fired power plants in several developed regions can limit the production of FGD gypsum over the long term. Variability in quality depending on power plant processes and concerns related to impurities may restrict its use in high-end applications. Additionally, logistical challenges and transportation costs associated with handling bulk gypsum materials can impact profitability, particularly in regions with limited infrastructure or distant end-use industries.
Market Opportunities:
The FGD gypsum market presents substantial growth opportunities through expanding applications in sustainable agriculture and eco-friendly construction materials. Increasing awareness about soil health and sustainable farming practices is expected to boost demand for FGD gypsum as an effective soil conditioner. Emerging economies in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America offer lucrative opportunities due to rapid industrialization, growing construction activities, and expanding power generation capacity. Technological advancements in FGD systems that enhance gypsum purity and consistency are also expected to open new avenues for high-value applications, while strategic collaborations between power producers and gypsum product manufacturers can further strengthen market growth.
Key Questions Answered in the Report:
Leading players in the global FGD gypsum market are focusing on strategic collaborations, capacity expansion, and long-term supply agreements with power plants to ensure consistent raw material availability. Companies are also investing in product quality improvement and expanding their footprint in high-growth regions to strengthen market presence. Emphasis on sustainability, efficient logistics, and diversification of end-use applications remains central to competitive strategies adopted by major manufacturers.
Key Companies Covered:
By Grade
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Key Insights:
- FGD Gypsum Market Size (2025E): US$ 928.6 Mn
- Projected Market Value (2032F): US$ 1,383.4 Mn
- Global Market Growth Rate (CAGR 2025 to 2032): 5.9%
The FGD (Flue Gas Desulfurization) gypsum market comprises synthetic gypsum generated as a by-product of flue gas desulfurization systems installed in coal-fired power plants to reduce sulfur dioxide emissions. FGD gypsum is widely used as an alternative to natural gypsum across various applications, including construction materials, cement manufacturing, agriculture soil amendment, water treatment, and industrial uses. Increasing emphasis on emission control regulations, coupled with rising demand from the construction and agriculture sectors, is driving the adoption of FGD gypsum globally. The market is further supported by sustainability initiatives that encourage the utilization of industrial by-products to reduce environmental impact and reliance on natural mineral resources.
Market Growth Drivers:
The growth of the global FGD gypsum market is primarily driven by the rising demand from the construction industry, where FGD gypsum is extensively used in drywall, cement, and plaster applications due to its consistent quality and cost-effectiveness. The increasing implementation of stringent environmental regulations on sulfur dioxide emissions has led to widespread installation of flue gas desulfurization systems in power plants, ensuring a steady supply of FGD gypsum. Additionally, the growing adoption of FGD gypsum in agriculture as a soil amendment to improve soil structure, nutrient availability, and crop yield is further accelerating market growth. Rapid urbanization, infrastructure development, and sustainable construction practices across emerging economies are also contributing significantly to market expansion.
Market Restraints:
Despite favorable growth prospects, the FGD gypsum market faces certain restraints that may hinder its expansion. The gradual shift toward renewable energy sources and the declining reliance on coal-fired power plants in several developed regions can limit the production of FGD gypsum over the long term. Variability in quality depending on power plant processes and concerns related to impurities may restrict its use in high-end applications. Additionally, logistical challenges and transportation costs associated with handling bulk gypsum materials can impact profitability, particularly in regions with limited infrastructure or distant end-use industries.
Market Opportunities:
The FGD gypsum market presents substantial growth opportunities through expanding applications in sustainable agriculture and eco-friendly construction materials. Increasing awareness about soil health and sustainable farming practices is expected to boost demand for FGD gypsum as an effective soil conditioner. Emerging economies in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America offer lucrative opportunities due to rapid industrialization, growing construction activities, and expanding power generation capacity. Technological advancements in FGD systems that enhance gypsum purity and consistency are also expected to open new avenues for high-value applications, while strategic collaborations between power producers and gypsum product manufacturers can further strengthen market growth.
Key Questions Answered in the Report:
- What are the major factors driving the growth of the global FGD gypsum market?
- Which applications and grades are witnessing the highest demand for FGD gypsum?
- How are environmental regulations influencing FGD gypsum production and utilization?
- Which regions are expected to dominate the FGD gypsum market during the forecast period?
- Who are the key players in the market, and what strategies are they adopting to remain competitive?
Leading players in the global FGD gypsum market are focusing on strategic collaborations, capacity expansion, and long-term supply agreements with power plants to ensure consistent raw material availability. Companies are also investing in product quality improvement and expanding their footprint in high-growth regions to strengthen market presence. Emphasis on sustainability, efficient logistics, and diversification of end-use applications remains central to competitive strategies adopted by major manufacturers.
Key Companies Covered:
- Saint Gobain
- Knauf Gips KG
- NATIONAL GYPSUM PROPRETIES, LLC
- Etex Group
- LafargeHolcim
- YOSHINO GYPSUM CO., LTD
- Mada Gypsum
- TTPL
- Gypsemna
- Supreme Gypsum Pvt. Ltd.
- Gulf Gypsum Industrial
- Drax Group plc
- Osman Group
- Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC
- AYHACO Gypsum Products Manufacturing
- Boral
- Samim Derakhshan Co.
- United Mining Industries
- STEAG POWER MINERALS
By Grade
- Dental
- Drywall
- Cement
- Water Treatment
- Mining
- Soil Amendment
- Others
- Construction Industry
- Agriculture Industry
- Other Industry
- North America
- Europe
- East Asia
- South Asia and Oceania
- Middle East and Africa
- Latin America
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Table of Contents
180 Pages
- 1. Executive Summary
- 1.1. Global FGD Gypsum Market Snapshot, 2025 and 2032
- 1.2. Market Opportunity Assessment, 2025-2032, US$ Mn
- 1.3. Key Market Trends
- 1.4. Future Market Projections
- 1.5. Premium Market Insights
- 1.6. Industry Developments and Key Market Events
- 1.7. PMR Analysis and Recommendations
- 2. Market Overview
- 2.1. Market Scope and Definition
- 2.2. Market Dynamics
- 2.2.1. Drivers
- 2.2.2. Restraints
- 2.2.3. Opportunity
- 2.2.4. Challenges
- 2.2.5. Key Trends
- 2.3. Product Lifecycle Analysis
- 2.4. FGD Gypsum Market: Value Chain
- 2.4.1. List of Raw Material Suppliers
- 2.4.2. List of Manufacturers
- 2.4.3. List of Distributors
- 2.4.4. Profitability Analysis
- 2.5. Forecast Factors - Relevance and Impact
- 2.6. Covid-19 Impact Assessment
- 2.7. PESTLE Analysis
- 2.8. Porter Five Force’s Analysis
- 2.9. Geopolitical Tensions: Market Impact
- 2.10. Regulatory and End Use Landscape
- 3. Macro-Economic Factors
- 3.1. Global Sectorial Outlook
- 3.2. Global GDP Growth Outlook
- 3.3. Global Parent Market Overview
- 4. Price Trend Analysis, 2019 - 2031
- 4.1. Key Highlights
- 4.2. Key Factors Impacting Product Prices
- 4.3. Prices By Application /Composition/End Use
- 4.4. Regional Prices and Product Preferences
- 5. Global FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)
- 5.1. Key Highlights
- 5.1.1. Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
- 5.1.2. Absolute $ Opportunity
- 5.2. Market Size (US$ Mn) Analysis and Forecast
- 5.2.1. Historical Market Size Analysis, 2019-2024
- 5.2.2. Current Market Size Forecast, 2025-2032
- 5.3. Global FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Raw Material
- 5.3.1. Introduction / Key Findings
- 5.3.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By Application, 2019-2024
- 5.3.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Application, 2025-2032
- 5.3.3.1. Dental
- 5.3.3.2. Drywall
- 5.3.3.3. Cement
- 5.3.3.4. Water Treatment
- 5.3.3.5. Mining
- 5.3.3.6. Soil Amendment
- 5.3.3.7. Others
- 5.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Raw Material
- 5.5. Global FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: End Use
- 5.5.1. Introduction / Key Findings
- 5.5.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By End Use, 2019-2024
- 5.5.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By End Use, 2025-2032
- 5.5.3.1. Construction Industry
- 5.5.3.2. Agriculture Industry
- 5.5.3.3. Other Industry
- 5.6. Market Attractiveness Analysis: End Use
- 6. Global FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Region
- 6.1. Key Highlights
- 6.2. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By Region, 2019-2024
- 6.3. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Region, 2025-2032
- 6.3.1. North America
- 6.3.2. Europe
- 6.3.3. East Asia
- 6.3.4. South Asia and Oceania
- 6.3.5. Latin America
- 6.3.6. Middle East & Africa
- 6.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis: Region
- 7. North America FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)
- 7.1. Key Highlights
- 7.2. Pricing Analysis
- 7.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By Market, 2019-2024
- 7.3.1. By Country
- 7.3.2. By Application
- 7.3.3. By End Use
- 7.4. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Country, 2025-2032
- 7.4.1. U.S.
- 7.4.2. Canada
- 7.5. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Application, 2025-2032
- 7.5.1. Dental
- 7.5.2. Drywall
- 7.5.3. Cement
- 7.5.4. Water Treatment
- 7.5.5. Mining
- 7.5.6. Soil Amendment
- 7.5.7. Others
- 7.6. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By End Use, 2025-2032
- 7.6.1. Packaging
- 7.6.2. Construction Industry
- 7.6.3. Agriculture Industry
- 7.6.4. Other Industry
- 7.6.5. Agriculture
- 7.7. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 8. Europe FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)
- 8.1. Key Highlights
- 8.2. Pricing Analysis
- 8.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By Market, 2019-2024
- 8.3.1. By Country
- 8.3.2. By Application
- 8.3.3. By End Use
- 8.4. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Country, 2025-2032
- 8.4.1. Germany
- 8.4.2. France
- 8.4.3. U.K.
- 8.4.4. Italy
- 8.4.5. Spain
- 8.4.6. Russia
- 8.4.7. Rest of Europe
- 8.5. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Application, 2025-2032
- 8.5.1. Dental
- 8.5.2. Drywall
- 8.5.3. Cement
- 8.5.4. Water Treatment
- 8.5.5. Mining
- 8.5.6. Soil Amendment
- 8.5.7. Others
- 8.6. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By End Use, 2025-2032
- 8.6.1. Packaging
- 8.6.2. Construction Industry
- 8.6.3. Agriculture Industry
- 8.6.4. Other Industry
- 8.6.5. Agriculture
- 8.7. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 9. East Asia FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)
- 9.1. Key Highlights
- 9.2. Pricing Analysis
- 9.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By Market, 2019-2024
- 9.3.1. By Country
- 9.3.2. By Application
- 9.3.3. By End Use
- 9.4. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Country, 2025-2032
- 9.4.1. China
- 9.4.2. Japan
- 9.4.3. South Korea
- 9.5. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Application, 2025-2032
- 9.5.1. Dental
- 9.5.2. Drywall
- 9.5.3. Cement
- 9.5.4. Water Treatment
- 9.5.5. Mining
- 9.5.6. Soil Amendment
- 9.5.7. Others
- 9.6. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By End Use, 2025-2032
- 9.6.1. Construction Industry
- 9.6.2. Agriculture Industry
- 9.6.3. Other Industry
- 9.7. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 10. South Asia & Oceania FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)
- 10.1. Key Highlights
- 10.2. Pricing Analysis
- 10.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By Market, 2019-2024
- 10.3.1. By Country
- 10.3.2. By Application
- 10.3.3. By End Use
- 10.4. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Country, 2025-2032
- 10.4.1. India
- 10.4.2. Southeast Asia
- 10.4.3. ANZ
- 10.4.4. Rest of South Asia & Oceania
- 10.5. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Application, 2025-2032
- 10.5.1. Dental
- 10.5.2. Drywall
- 10.5.3. Cement
- 10.5.4. Water Treatment
- 10.5.5. Mining
- 10.5.6. Soil Amendment
- 10.5.7. Others
- 10.6. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By End Use, 2025-2032
- 10.6.1. Construction Industry
- 10.6.2. Agriculture Industry
- 10.6.3. Other Industry
- 10.7. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 11. Latin America FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)
- 11.1. Key Highlights
- 11.2. Pricing Analysis
- 11.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By Market, 2019-2024
- 11.3.1. By Country
- 11.3.2. By Application
- 11.3.3. By End Use
- 11.4. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Country, 2025-2032
- 11.4.1. Brazil
- 11.4.2. Mexico
- 11.4.3. Rest of Latin America
- 11.5. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Application, 2025-2032
- 11.5.1. Dental
- 11.5.2. Drywall
- 11.5.3. Cement
- 11.5.4. Water Treatment
- 11.5.5. Mining
- 11.5.6. Soil Amendment
- 11.5.7. Others
- 11.6. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By End Use, 2025-2032
- 11.6.1. Construction Industry
- 11.6.2. Agriculture Industry
- 11.6.3. Other Industry
- 11.7. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 12. Middle East & Africa FGD Gypsum Market Outlook: Historical (2019-2024) and Forecast (2025-2032)
- 12.1. Key Highlights
- 12.2. Pricing Analysis
- 12.3. Historical Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Analysis By Market, 2019-2024
- 12.3.1. By Country
- 12.3.2. By Application
- 12.3.3. By End Use
- 12.4. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Country, 2025-2032
- 12.4.1. GCC
- 12.4.2. South Africa
- 12.4.3. Northern Africa
- 12.4.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
- 12.5. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By Application, 2025-2032
- 12.5.1. Dental
- 12.5.2. Drywall
- 12.5.3. Cement
- 12.5.4. Water Treatment
- 12.5.5. Mining
- 12.5.6. Soil Amendment
- 12.5.7. Others
- 12.6. Current Market Size (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons) Forecast By End Use, 2025-2032
- 12.6.1. Construction Industry
- 12.6.2. Agriculture Industry
- 12.6.3. Other Industry
- 12.7. Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 13. Competition Landscape
- 13.1. Market Share Analysis, 2024
- 13.2. Market Structure
- 13.2.1. Competition Intensity Mapping By Market
- 13.2.2. Competition Dashboard
- 13.2.3. Apparent Production Capacity
- 13.3. Company Profiles (Details - Overview, Financials, Strategy, Recent Developments)
- 13.3.1. Saint Gobain
- 13.3.1.1. Overview
- 13.3.1.2. Segments and Products
- 13.3.1.3. Key Financials
- 13.3.1.4. Market Developments
- 13.3.1.5. Market Strategy
- 13.3.2. Knauf Gips KG
- 13.3.3. NATIONAL GYPSUM PROPRETIES, LLC
- 13.3.4. Etex Group
- 13.3.5. LafargeHolcim
- 13.3.6. YOSHINO GYPSUM CO., LTD
- 13.3.7. Mada Gypsum
- 13.3.8. TTPL
- 13.3.9. Gypsemna
- 13.3.10. Supreme Gypsum Pvt. Ltd.
- 13.3.11. Gulf Gypsum Industrial
- 13.3.12. Drax Group plc
- 13.3.13. Osman Group
- 13.3.14. Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC
- 13.3.15. AYHACO Gypsum Products Manufacturing
- 13.3.16. Boral
- 13.3.17. Samim Derakhshan Co.
- 13.3.18. United Mining Industries
- 13.3.19. STEAG POWER MINERALS
- 14. Note: List of companies is not exhaustive in nature. It is subject to further augmentation during course of research
- 15. Appendix
- 15.1. Research Methodology
- 15.2. Research Assumptions
- 15.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations
Pricing
Currency Rates
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