Reclamation Sand Market Report 2026

The reclamation sand market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.87 billion in 2025 to $2.01 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising demand for reclaimed sand in construction projects, increasing use in flood control and reservoir applications, expansion of pipeline and wastewater treatment projects, growing focus on environmental compliance, rising adoption in concrete production.

The reclamation sand market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.66 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing deployment of automated reclamation technologies, adoption of predictive sand quality monitoring, expansion in eco-friendly sand solutions, rising use of marine and silica sand in infrastructure projects, development of efficient recovery and processing methods. Major trends in the forecast period include implementation of smart sand reclamation systems, adoption of automated mechanical, wet, and thermal reclamation processes, deployment of AI-based quality monitoring, expansion of IOT-enabled sand tracking solutions, development of predictive analytics for material recovery.

The rise in construction activities is expected to drive the growth of the reclamation sand market going forward. Construction activities involve the physical development of buildings, infrastructure, and various structures, all of which require solid foundations and land development support. The increase in construction activity is driven by rapid urbanization, large-scale infrastructure projects, and a growing emphasis on efficiency and accuracy in building processes. Reclamation sand is used to create new land areas or extend existing ones, providing a foundation for residential, commercial, and industrial developments. For example, in April 2025, according to Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based government agency, production in construction increased by 0.2% in the euro area and by 0.3% in the EU in February 2025 compared with February 2024. Therefore, the rise in construction activities is fueling the growth of the reclamation sand market.

Major companies operating in the reclamation sand market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as customer-friendly sand reclaimers, to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and enable the sustainable reuse of foundry sand. A customer-friendly sand reclaimer is a compact, easy-to-operate machine that efficiently recovers and recycles sand from foundry or construction processes, reducing waste and lowering raw material costs while providing simple operation, minimal maintenance, and enhanced safety. For instance, in April 2024, Resand Ltd, a Finland-based technology company specializing in foundry sand regeneration and recycling, launched the Electric Sand Reclaimer, a modular system designed for quick installation and commissioning (with a delivery time of about 4-5 months) for medium-sized foundries. Its electrically heated drive, unlike traditional gas-heated systems, enables easy connection to the foundry’s power supply, and after regeneration, the reclaimed sand achieves roughly 95% of the mold strength of virgin sand.

In May 2024, Covia, a U.S.-based provider of diversified mineral and material solutions for industrial markets, acquired R.W. Sidley’s Industrial Minerals Division for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition allows Covia to expand its product portfolio and strengthen its supply chain by adding high-quality silica sand reserves, enabling broader offerings in filtration media, premium infill sands, and construction materials. R.W. Sidley’s Industrial Minerals Division is a U.S.-based producer of high-quality silica sand, a core material used in foundry and reclamation sand applications.

Major companies operating in the reclamation sand market are Boral Limited, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A., EOG Resources Incorporated, Vulcan Materials Company, Martin Marietta Materials Inc., Aggregate Industries Management Inc., Lehigh Hanson Inc., CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V., HeidelbergCement AG, Hi-Crush Inc., Minerali Industriali SRL, Badger Mining Corporation, Emerge Energy Services LP, Superior Silica Sands LLC, Nugent Sand Company LLC, Quarzwerke GmbH, Pattison Sand, Northern Silica Corp., Tochu Corporation, US Silica Holdings Inc.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the reclamation sand market by raising costs for imported eco-friendly sand, silica sand, marine sand, and mechanical/thermal reclamation equipment. Reclaimed sand used in flood control, reservoir construction, pipeline projects, and concrete production in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North Americawhere import dependency is significantare most affected. However, tariffs are promoting domestic sand processing, local reclamation operations, and innovation in automated recovery systems, enhancing long-term supply reliability and operational efficiency.

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Reclamation sand is used mainly in land reclamation projects. It is typically derived from waste sand materials, which are then cleaned and processed through mechanical, wet, or thermal reclamation methods. To ensure it is suitable for its intended use and does not harm the surrounding environment, reclamation sand must adhere to specific quality and environmental standards.

The primary types of reclamation sand include ceramic grinding wheel reclamation sand, resin grinding wheel reclamation sand, and rubber grinding wheel reclamation sand. Ceramic grinding wheels are abrasive tools made from ceramic materials such as alumina, silicon carbide, or zirconia. The sources of reclamation sand can include river sand, sea sand, lake sand, desert sand, among others, with various processing methods such as mechanical, wet, and thermal reclamation. Reclamation sand is used in diverse applications including flood control projects, pipeline construction, reservoir and dam construction, wastewater treatment, concrete production, beach nourishment, and agricultural land expansion.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the reclamation sand market in 2025. Middle East And Africa is expected to be the fastest growing region in the market. The regions covered in the reclamation sand market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the reclamation sand market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The reclamation sand market consists of sales of eco-friendly sand, silica sand, and marine sand. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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