North America Silica Sand Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the North America Silica Sand Market is estimated to reach USD 13.75 billion by 2033 with a CAGR of 7.43%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the North America Silica Sand Market, including market size and trends, product mix, applications, and supplier analysis. The main ingredient in silica sand, commonly referred to as quartz sand or industrial sand, is silicon dioxide (SiO₂), which is found in quartz. Because of its physical and chemical characteristics, it is an essential substance utilized in many industries. The primary component of silica sand is quartz crystal, which has a high melting point, is rigid, and is chemically inert. Grain size is a determining factor in silica sand classification, ranging from fine to coarse. The particle size influences how well suited it is for various uses. Low concentrations of contaminants including silt, clay, and iron oxide characterize high-purity silica sand, which is crucial for certain industrial applications.
- Strategic Alliances and Acquisitions In order to improve their market positions, major competitors in the North American silica sand market have formed alliances and made acquisitions. Expanding geographical reach, leveraging complementing expertise, and improving product portfolios are the goals of these collaborations.
- Capacities Expansion In response to the increasing demand for silica sand, a number of businesses have made plans to do so public. Infrastructure like logistics, processing plants, and additional mines are all part of these developments.
- Technological Innovations Businesses are funding R&D to create cutting-edge methods for the extraction, processing, and purification of silica sand. Reducing environmental impact, boosting operating efficiency, and enhancing product quality are the main goals of these innovations.
Market Opportunities and Challenges
Opportunities- The process of hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking," which is necessary to extract gas and oil from shale formations, uses a lot of silica sand as a proppant to keep fractures open. Demand has increased dramatically as a result of the rise in fracking activities, especially in areas like the Permian Basin and Bakken Shale. An essential part of mortar, concrete, and other building supplies is silica sand. There is a greater need as a result of the expanding construction industry, which is fueled by factors including urbanization, population expansion, and infrastructure development. Large volumes of silica sand are needed for government projects to upgrade bridges, roads, and other infrastructure assets.
Challenges- Oil and gas prices have a significant impact on the need for silica sand, especially for fracking activities. It may be challenging for manufacturers to quickly adapt production levels in response to sharp fluctuations in demand brought on by these prices. Transport, mining activities, and overall production can all be greatly impacted by weather conditions. Events such as droughts, floods, and winter storms can cause supply chain disruptions and raise expenses. Water contamination, poor air quality, and habitat destruction are just a few of the environmental problems that can result from mining silica sand. While essential, stricter environmental laws can raise operating expenses and cause project schedules to drag out.
Market Competitive Landscape
The competitive environment of the industry has been studied, and the Major Players have also been identified. Leading companies in the industry are Badger Mining Corporation, Capital Sand Company, Inc, Eagle Materials, Inc, Hi-Crush, Inc, Liberty Materials, Inc, Manley Bros of Indiana, Inc, Short Mountain Silica, Source Energy Services, and U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc.
Scope of the report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2020-2033 |
| Base year considered | 2023 |
| Forecast period | 2024-2033 |
| Segments covered | By Application, By End Use
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| Regions covered | Canada, Mexico, United States
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| Companies Covered | Badger Mining Corporation, Capital Sand Company, Inc, Eagle Materials, Inc, Hi-Crush, Inc, Liberty Materials, Inc, Manley Bros of Indiana, Inc, Short Mountain Silica, Source Energy Services, U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc.
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COVID-19 Impact on North America Silica Sand Market
The pandemic caused notable slowdowns or brief closures in the manufacturing, construction, and other industries. The demand for consumer products fell in tandem with individuals staying at home and spending less on discretionary items. This had an effect on sectors that use silica sand in their production processes, like packaging and automobile. The pandemic had a particularly severe effect on the oil and gas sector, which is essential to the usage of silica sand. The demand for oil fell precipitously as a result of the worldwide economic downturn. Oil and gas firms have reduced capital expenditures, especially those for new fracking operations, due to decreased profitability and uncertainties about future oil prices.
Key Target Audience:
- Construction Industry
- Oil and Gas Industry
- Foundry Industry
- Chemical Industry
- Paints and Coatings
- Water Filtration
- Sports and Recreation
- Agriculture
- Industrial Applications
Our in-depth analysis of the North America Silica Sand Market includes the following segments:
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By Application:
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Glass Manufacturing
Foundry
Construction
Chemicals
Oil and gas
Others
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By End Use:
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Automotive
Building and construction
Packaging
Oil and gas
Others
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Key Topics Covered in the Report:
- North America Silica Sand Market Size (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Overview of North America Silica Sand Market
- Segmentation of North America Silica Sand Market by Application (Glass Manufacturing, Foundry, Construction, Chemicals, Oil and gas, Others)
- Segmentation of North America Silica Sand Market by End Use (Automotive, Building and construction, Packaging, Oil and gas, Others)
- Statistical Snap of North America Silica Sand Market
- Expansion Analysis of North America Silica Sand Market
- Problems and Obstacles in North America Silica Sand Market
- Competitive Landscape in the North America Silica Sand Market
- Impact of COVID-19 and Demonetization on North America Silica Sand Market
- Details on Current Investment in North America Silica Sand Market
- Competitive Analysis of North America Silica Sand Market
- Prominent Players in the North America Silica Sand Market
- SWOT Analysis of North America Silica Sand Market
- North America Silica Sand Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2024-FY’2033)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
1.1. Scope of the report
1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Research data source
2.1.1. Secondary Data
2.1.2. Primary Data
2.1.3. SPER’s internal database
2.1.4. Premium insight from KOL’s
2.2. Market size estimation
2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1. Drivers
4.1.2. Restraints
4.1.3. Opportunities
4.1.4. Challenges
4.2. COVID-19 Impacts of the North America Silica Sand Market.
5. Market variable and outlook
5.1. SWOT Analysis
5.1.1. Strengths
5.1.2. Weaknesses
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.4. Threats
5.2. PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1. Political Landscape
5.2.2. Economic Landscape
5.2.3. Social Landscape
5.2.4. Technological Landscape
5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
5.2.6. Legal Landscape
5.3. PORTER’s Five Forces
5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
6.1. North America Silica Sand Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in North America Silica Sand Market.
7. North America Silica Sand Market, By Application (USD Million) 2020-2033
7.1. North America Silica Sand Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2026
7.2. North America Silica Sand Market Size, Share and Forecast, By Application, 2027-2033
7.3. Glass Manufacturing
7.4. Foundry
7.5. Construction
7.6. Chemicals
7.7. Oil and gas
7.8. Others
8. North America Silica Sand Market, By End Use (USD Million) 2020-2033
8.1. North America Silica Sand Market Size, Share and Forecast, By End Use, 2020-2026
8.2. North America Silica Sand Market Size, Share and Forecast, By End Use, 2027-2033
8.3. Automotive,
8.4. Building and construction
8.5. Packaging
8.6. Oil and gas
8.7. Others
9. North America Silica Sand Market Forecast, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
9.1. North America Silica Sand Market Size and Market Share
10. North America Silica Sand Market, By Region, 2020-2033 (USD Million)
10.1. North America Silica Sand Market Size and Market Share By Region (2020-2026)
10.2. North America Silica Sand Market Size and Market Share By Region (2027-2033)
10.3. Canada
10.4. Mexico
10.5. United States
11. Company Profile
11.1. BADGER MINING CORPORATION
11.1.1. Company details
11.1.2. Financial outlook
11.1.3. Product summary
11.1.4. Recent developments
11.2. CAPITAL SAND COMPANY, INC
11.2.1. Company details
11.2.2. Financial outlook
11.2.3. Product summary
11.2.4. Recent developments
11.3. EAGLE MATERIALS, INC
11.3.1. Company details
11.3.2. Financial outlook
11.3.3. Product summary
11.3.4. Recent developments
11.4. HI-CRUSH, INC
11.4.1. Company details
11.4.2. Financial outlook
11.4.3. Product summary
11.4.4. Recent developments
11.5. LIBERTY MATERIALS, INC
11.5.1. Company details
11.5.2. Financial outlook
11.5.3. Product summary
11.5.4. Recent developments
11.6. MANLEY BROS. OF INDIANA, INC
11.6.1. Company details
11.6.2. Financial outlook
11.6.3. Product summary
11.6.4. Recent developments
11.7. SHORT MOUNTAIN SILICA
11.7.1. Company details
11.7.2. Financial outlook
11.7.3. Product summary
11.7.4. Recent developments
11.8. SOURCE ENERGY SERVICES
11.8.1. Company details
11.8.2. Financial outlook
11.8.3. Product summary
11.8.4. Recent developments
11.9. U.S. SILICA HOLDINGS, INC
11.9.1. Company details
11.9.2. Financial outlook
11.9.3. Product summary
11.9.4. Recent developments
11.10. Others
12. Conclusion
13. List of Abbreviations
14. Reference Links