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Type 1 grade white cement market is predicted to generate around USD 3.5 billion by 2027. Type I cement is suitable for decorative works in premium construction projects. In combination with inorganic pigments, white cement produces bright colored concretes and mortars that can be utilized for interior and exterior decorations. It has well recognized Sulphur resistance characteristics that enable wide applications including reinforced concrete building, railway, bridges, pavements, tanks, reservoirs, water pipes, and masonry units.
The architectural application is expected to reach more than 18 million tons demand by 2027. Increasing architectural works including renovation and remolding mainly in European countries to secure old and new establishments with an aesthetic appearance will trigger the demand for white cement. Countries, such as France and Italy, are shifting their trend from steel and glass-based building to concrete structure, driving the market share. Furthermore, white cement allows less usage of artificial lights for illuminating interiors.
Commercial construction held the highest white cement market revenue share in 2020 and is forecast to register a growth rate of above 5.5% through 2027. The wide applications of white cement in structural design of high-rise buildings, commercial complexes, parking areas, warehousing facilities, etc., will fuel the industry statistics. The booming tiles demand in Asia Pacific and Europe will gradually contribute to the market growth. Dry mix industrial applications will prosper substantial consumption of white cement for tile adhesives and mortar production.
Asia Pacific is set to capture about 40% of the market share by 2027. Countries including India, China, Malaysia, and South Korea are heavily investing in commercial infrastructure projects, driving regional product demand. For instance, the National Development and Reform Commission of China announced 26 infrastructure projects that had a massive investment of around USD 142 billion in 2019. Increasing purchasing power and rapidly growing demand for white cement-based flooring across the region will augment the market revenue.