Global Silica Sand Market to Reach a Volume of 669.45 MMT by 2035

Silica sand, also referred to as industrial sand, is one of the most common varieties of sand found across the world. Occurring in both crystalline and amorphous forms, it represents an indispensable component in the production of numerous products. Due to a number of physical and chemical properties of silica sand such as high silica content, high strength and non-reactive properties, it is today being used all around the world in a number of industries.

One of the recent applications of silica sand has been in the hydraulic fracturing process where its demand has increased considerably. Other applications include glass making, paving roads, silica filters for oil and water, foundries and coal burning boilers, sand finishes in paints and coatings, etc. According to a new report by Expert Market Research, the global silica sand market reached a volume of 433.56 MMT in 2025 and is further expected to reach a volume of 669.45 MMT by 2035.

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Key findings from the report:

• Oil and gas represented the biggest market application accounting for more than one-Fourth of the global silica sand consumption volume. Oil and gas was followed by glass, foundry, filtration, Construction, chemical production, ceramics and refractories and, paints and coatings.
• Country-wise, the United States dominated the market with a share of around 30% of the global consumption in 2023. This can be attributed to profound glass and foundry industries and growth in construction sector in this region. The United States was followed by China, Italy, Turkey, France, and India.
• Being fragmented in nature, the global silica sand market is surrounded by a number of small and big players operating in the market. Some of these players include Sibelco, US Silica, JFE Mineral & Alloy, Covia Holdings, and Badger Mining.

Expert Market Research has analysed the global silica sand market according to application, major regions and top players:

Market Breakup by Application

• Glass Manufacturing
• Foundry
• Chemical Production
• Construction
• Paints and Coatings
• Ceramics and Refractories
• Filtration
• Oil and Gas
• Others

Market breakup by Region

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Top players

• JFE Mineral & Alloy Company Ltd.
• SCR-Sibelco NV
• Mitsubishi Corporation
• Badger Mining Corporation
• Perniagaan Usahasama Membalak Sdn. Bhd. (PUM Group)
• Covia Holdings LLC
• Tochu Corporation
• U.S. Silica Holdings Inc.
• Euroquarz GmbH
• Manley Bros. of Indiana, Inc.
• Others

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