Carbon Black Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Type, Application, Grade (Standard Grade and Specialty Grade), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Market Forecast 2025–2034

The carbon black market size is expected to reach USD 35.22 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Carbon Black Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Type, Application, Grade (Standard Grade and Specialty Grade), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa); Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

The carbon black market involves the production and sale of fine black powder used as a reinforcing agent in tires, plastics, coatings, and inks, enhancing durability, UV protection, and conductivity. The increasing emphasis on environmental sustainability has affected the carbon black market, driving demand for sustainable and specialty grades. These grades are engineered to have reduced environmental impact, making them ideal for industries such as coatings, inks, and plastics that are aiming to meet regulatory and consumer expectations. Specialty carbon black offers improved performance characteristics such as improved UV resistance, conductivity, and dispersion, catering to advanced applications in automotive and electronics. Additionally, manufacturers are adopting cleaner production technologies and renewable feedstock, aligning with global trends toward eco-friendly solutions. This shift highlights the market’s transition toward a more sustainable and innovative future.

The rising adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has created a surge in demand for carbon black, driven by its critical role in EV-specific applications. In tire manufacturing, carbon black enhances durability and performance, meeting the unique requirements of EVs. It is also used in lightweight plastic components, which contribute to improving vehicle efficiency and reducing energy consumption. Furthermore, conductive carbon black is essential for battery materials, enabling better electrical conductivity and performance in EV batteries. The demand for advanced and high-quality carbon black grades is expected to expand, making it a key trend in the market as the EV industry continues to grow.

Carbon Black Market Report Highlights

In terms of grade, in 2024, standard grade accounted for the largest carbon black market share due to its extensive application in various industries, particularly automotive and tire manufacturing.

The plastics segment is projected to experience the fastest growth, driven by its increasing use in producing plastic products for the automotive, packaging, and electronics sectors.

Asia Pacific led the carbon black market in 2024, supported by its robust industrial base, especially in automotive, rubber, and plastics manufacturing.

North America is projected to experience substantial growth in the carbon black market during the forecast period, fueled by the expansion of its automotive and construction sectors.

A few key market players include Orion Engineered Carbons GmbH; Omsk Carbon Group; Tokai Carbon Co., Ltd.; ASAHI CARBON CO., LTD.; Atlas Organics Private Limited; Continental Carbon Company; OCI Ltd.; Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation; Bridgestone Corporation; Cabot Corporation; Longxing Chemical Stock Co., Ltd., BASF.

Polaris Market Research has segmented carbon black market report on basis of type, application, grade, and region:

By Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)

Furnace Black

Channel Black

Thermal Black

Acetylene Black

Others

By Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)

Tire

Non-Tire Rubber

Inks & Coatings

Plastics

Cement

Steel

Buildings

Batteries

Others

By Grade Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)

Standard Grade

Specialty Grade

By Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020–2034)

North America

• US
• Canada

• Germany
• UK
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Russia
• Netherlands
• Rest of Europe

• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Indonesia
• Malaysia
• Vietnam
• Australia
• Rest of Asia Pacific

• Argentina
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• Israel
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa