Rice Husk Ash Market Report 2026

The rice husk ash market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.82 billion in 2025 to $3.03 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing use of rice husk ash as a supplementary cementitious material in construction, increasing production of silica powder derived from controlled combustion of rice husks, rising adoption of rha-based soil stabilizers in agricultural and rural infrastructure projects, expansion of refractories incorporating rha for improved thermal resistance, early utilization of rha as a cost-effective industrial byproduct reducing waste disposal challenges.

The rice husk ash market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.02 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.3%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for low-carbon cement additives driven by sustainability regulations, increasing adoption of high-purity rha silica in advanced industrial applications, growing use of RHA in eco-friendly construction materials and green building certifications, expansion of rha-based soil stabilization solutions in climate-resilient infrastructure projects, technological advancements improving combustion processes to produce consistent, high-quality RHA. Major trends in the forecast period include increased use of high-purity rha for green cement production, growing adoption of rha in lightweight insulation materials, rising use of rha as a supplementary pozzolanic material, expansion of rha-based soil stabilization products, increased commercialization of high-silica rha for industrial additives.

The growing volume of infrastructure and construction activities is expected to drive the expansion of the rice husk ash market in the coming years. These activities involve the planning, development, and execution of projects such as roads, bridges, buildings, and utilities, which are vital for economic and social progress. The rise in such construction efforts is largely fueled by rapid urbanization, which increases the need for housing, transportation systems, and public services. Rice husk ash contributes to these developments by serving as a sustainable and cost-effective substitute for cement, enhancing the strength and longevity of concrete structures. For example, in July 2023, the Australian Bureau of Statistics reported that the number of dwellings under construction rose from 240,156 in March 2022 to 240,813 in the March quarter of 2023. Consequently, the rise in infrastructure and construction activity is playing a key role in the growth of the rice husk ash market.

Key companies in the rice husk ash market are advancing the development of sustainable materials, such as bio-based highly dispersible silica, to improve environmental performance and industrial efficiency. This type of silica is produced from renewable resources like rice husk and is engineered for easy dispersion in products such as tires, plastics, and coatings. For instance, in January 2023, Solvay, a Belgium-based specialty chemicals firm, introduced its bio-circular highly dispersible silica (HDS) product line at its Livorno site in Italy. This eco-friendly silica is created using bio-based sodium silicate derived from rice husk ash, through a circular process that repurposes agricultural waste and utilizes renewable energy. The result is a product that reduces CO₂ emissions per ton of silica by around 50%, while delivering equal or better performance compared to traditional precipitated silica across a range of applications, including personal care, animal feed, and tire manufacturing. This innovation significantly lowers the environmental impact by cutting down on carbon-intensive raw materials and energy consumption.

In October 2023, Sumitomo Corporation, a Japan-based integrated trading and investment company, partnered with Sony Group Corporation to accelerate the development of semiconductor materials and next-generation technologies. The partnership aims to create a sustainable, locally driven business model that converts rice husks into biofuels, silica, and activated charcoal - supporting decarbonization efforts, reducing environmental pollution, and enabling global scalability. Sony Group Corporation is a Japan-based multinational conglomerate involved in consumer electronics and related technologies.

Major companies operating in the rice husk ash market are Yihai Kerry Investments Co. Ltd., Bisley And Company, Deelert Co. Ltd., Steelcon Industries Pvt. Ltd., Refratechnik Italia S.r.L., Rescon India Pvt. Ltd., Usher Agro Ltd., Astrra Chemicals, M.G. Industries, Global Recycling GmbH, B.D. Agrotech Pvt Ltd, Brisil Technologies Private Limited, Guru Metachem Pvt. Ltd., Jasoriya Rice Mill, Milin Environmental Inc, N K Enterprises, Pioneer Carbon Company Private Limited, J.M. Biotech Pvt Ltd, K V Metachem, Refsteel Solutions Private Limited,

North America was the largest region in the rice husk ash market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the rice husk ash market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

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 on silica products, carbon derivatives, and industrial additives are increasing production and export costs in the rice husk ash market, particularly affecting silica extraction processes and high-purity RHA producers in Asia-Pacific, where most RHA manufacturing is concentrated. These tariffs raise raw material and processing equipment expenses, reducing price competitiveness in construction, ceramics, and metallurgy segments. However, they also support domestic value-added processing and encourage local sourcing of pozzolanic and industrial-grade RHA, creating opportunities for regional manufacturers to expand capacity.

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Rice husk ash (RHA) is a fine, powder-like substance obtained by burning rice husks under controlled temperature conditions. It is rich in amorphous silica, which imparts distinctive physical and chemical characteristics. The quality of RHA is largely influenced by the combustion process, particularly the temperature and duration. Its lightweight nature, high porosity, and large surface area set it apart from other agricultural waste materials.

The primary product types of rice husk ash include silica, carbon, and other variants. Silica is a naturally occurring mineral composed of silicon and oxygen atoms, commonly found as quartz, and is widely utilized across industries due to its hardness and chemical stability. The various extraction methods for silica include the alkaline extraction method for silica gel, the sol-gel method, the precipitated silica method, and the mesoporous silica extraction technique. RHA is applied in numerous areas such as concrete, fertilizers, ceramics, additives, oil adsorbents, insulation materials, silicon chips, fuel, rubber, and more. These products are delivered through various distribution channels, including direct sales, distributors, and online platforms, catering to a broad range of end users such as metallurgy, oil and gas, construction, agriculture, electronics, transportation, and others.

The countries covered in the rice husk ash market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The rice husk ash market consists of sales of silica powder, cement additives, refractories, and soil stabilizers. 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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