Specialty Zeolite Market Report 2026

The specialty zeolite market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $8.34 billion in 2025 to $9.18 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to oil refining catalyst demand, detergent industry growth, water treatment expansion, petrochemical processing needs, availability of natural zeolites.

The specialty zeolite market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.35 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to clean fuel regulations, wastewater treatment investments, growth in petrochemical capacity, demand for efficient adsorbents, innovation in synthetic zeolites. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for environmental catalysts, growing use in water purification systems, expansion of gas separation applications, increased adoption in detergent formulations, focus on high selectivity molecular sieves.

The growth of renewable energy is expected to drive the expansion of the specialty zeolites market. Renewable energy refers to energy sourced from natural, replenishable resources such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, geothermal heat, and biomass. The increasing demand for renewable energy is driven by its potential to reduce emissions, combat climate change, and enhance energy security. Specialty zeolites support sustainable energy production by facilitating the conversion of biomass into biofuels and assisting in the purification of gases. For example, in February 2025, the World Resources Institute reported that the U.S. added a record 39.6 GW of new solar capacity in 2024, surpassing the 27.4 GW added in 2023, bringing the total solar capacity to approximately 220 GW, which now provides over 7% of the nation’s electricity. This surge in renewable energy projects is fueling the growth of the specialty zeolites market.

Companies operating in the specialty zeolites market are focused on developing innovative products, such as sustainable zeolites, to meet the rising demand for eco-friendly solutions, enhance industrial performance, and comply with stringent environmental regulations. Sustainable zeolites are environmentally responsible materials produced through green processes and renewable inputs, supporting sustainable industrial operations. For instance, in October 2023, Zeolyst International, a U.S.-based chemical manufacturer, launched its branded opal line of zeolite solutions. These include Opal Renew for renewable fuel production, Opal Infinity for advanced plastic waste recycling, Opal Pure for emission control, and Opal Blue for clean water technologies. These products help industries minimize their environmental impact by improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions, and promoting sustainable resource use.

In July 2023, Zeolyst International partnered with Valoregen SAS to combine their expertise in specialty zeolites and advanced recycling technologies to create more efficient and sustainable solutions for plastic waste management. Valoregen SAS, a France-based waste management and recycling company, specializes in advanced plastic recycling solutions.

Major companies operating in the specialty zeolite market are BASF SE, Honeywell International Inc., Tosoh Corporation, Nouryon, Clariant AG, NALCO Company, Ecovyst Inc., Zeochem AG, Zeolyst International, St. Cloud Mining Company, Gujarat Credo Mineral Industries Ltd., W. R. Grace & Co., Ningbo Jiahe New Materials Technology Co. Ltd., Anten Chemical Co. Ltd., Zeomedia Filter LLC, KMI Zeolite Inc., Valoregen LLC, Hengye Group, Albemarle Corporation, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Blue Pacific Minerals, International Zeolite Corp., Zeotech Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the specialty zeolite market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the specialty zeolite market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the specialty zeolite market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The specialty zeolites market consists of sales of molecular sieves, water purification agents, air purification materials, and ion-exchange materials. 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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