North America's silica market in Q1 2025 is characterized by balanced supply and demand dynamics amid seasonal and economic headwinds. Construction sector slowdowns, particularly in residential real estate, have tempered demand, while manufacturing activity shows resilience with steady output and new orders. Regional disparities persist, with some urban centers experiencing robust construction activity and others facing housing market constraints.

In 2024, the average price of ferrosilicon with 75 percent silicon content came to *** U.S. cents per pound, and silicon metal prices averaged 180 U.S. cents per pound. Silicon alloys and metals are important in various industries. Ferrosilicon is commonly used in ferrous foundries and steel industries, whereas silicon metal is often used for aluminum, aluminum alloys, and the chemical industry. Silicon is also often used for semiconductors in solar panels, computer chips, and as a part of the automotive industry. Silicon facts Pure silicon appears as a blue-grey metallic solid. Silicon is most commonly found paired with oxygen, forming silica. China produces a large percentage of the world’s silicon supply, contributing to about *** million metric tons in 2024. In comparison, Russia – the second largest producer worldwide – produced about ******* metric tons in the same year. U.S. silicon exports and consumption About ****** metric tons of silicon metal and ***** metric tons of ferrosilicon were exported from the United States in 2023. Meanwhile, consumption of silicon in the North American country averaged roughly ******* metric tons in recent years. Silicon is a diverse element, accounting for about 30 percent of the Earth’s crust and is one of the most abundant elements. Its versatility affords great use from the industrial sector. It is commonly used in the electronics industry, as part of cylinder heads or machine tools. It is also used in the commercial sector, for example, as an oil in cosmetics and hair conditioners.

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The average silica sand import price stood at $83.4 per ton in February 2025, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous month.

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The North American Fumed Silica market declined followed by an uptrend during the first quarter of 2025. Quarterly, the fumed silica market in the USA has declined by 0.7% compared with the Q4 of 2024. During January 2025, the fumed silica market in the USA increased due to the extreme winter season which disrupted the supply chain dynamics. The fridge-like temperature has blocked several transportation routes which lengthened the supply delivery times.

The price of silica sand varies depending on location, purity, demand, and production costs. This article explores the factors affecting silica sand prices, including the industries that use it and the average price per ton in the United States.

During the fourth quarter of 2024, the fumed silica prices in Germany reached 5412 USD/MT in December. The prices in the fourth quarter declined on account of weak demand from the construction industry and soft customer perspective against the backdrop of inflationary pressure. Moreover, a reduction in shipping container requirement reduced shipping costs and dispatch time.

Product	Category	Region	Price
Fumed Silica	Specialty Chemical	Germany	5412 USD/MT

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In Q1 2025, Colloidal Silicon Dioxide prices in North America followed a steady upward trend, supported by stable demand and improving market sentiment. Early in the quarter, prices saw moderate increases as key industries like pharmaceuticals and food processing maintained consistent demand. This steady demand, along with balanced supply levels, allowed suppliers to adjust pricing strategies cautiously. As the quarter progressed, rising global demand further fueled price increases, while logistical disruptions and supply chain challenges added pressure.

In 2023, silica sand exports from Indonesia skyrocketed to 2.4M tons, increasing by 198% on the year before.

Silica Sand Market is Segmented by End-User Industry (Glass Manufacturing, Foundry, Chemical Production, Construction, Paints and Coatings, Ceramics and Refractories, Filtration, Oil and Gas, and Other End-User Industries) and Geography (Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, and Middle-East and Africa). The Market Size and Forecasts for Silica Sand are Provided in Terms of Volume (tons) for all the Above Segments.

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As per this latest industry analysis by Fact.MR, the global fused silica market is approximated at a value of US$ 2.24 billion in 2024 and is forecasted to reach US$ 3.83 billion by 2034. Worldwide sales of fused silica are projected to increase at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2024 to 2034.

Report Attribute	Detail
Fused Silica Market Size (2024E)	US$ 2.24 Billion
Forecasted Market Value (2034F)	US$ 3.83 Billion
Global Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.5% CAGR
South Korea Market Value (2034F)	US$ 177.6 Million
Grain Form Fused Silica Demand Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.9% CAGR
Key Companies Profiled	Novoray; 3M; Imerys Refractory Minerals; Corning; Jiangsu Zhongsheng Silicon Mstar Technology Ltd; Vesuvius; Xin Yi Wan He Kuang Ye Limited; Washington Mills; Dupré Minerals Limited; Xuzhou Sainuo Quartz Co., Ltd.; Huang He Minerals Co.; HeNan JunSheng Refractories Limited; Lianyungang Hengbao Quartz Co., Ltd.; Heraeus; Lianyungang Haoyu Quartz Co., LTD; Quarzwerke GmbH; PROVENCALE S.A.; Lianyungang Taosheng Fused Quartz Co. Ltd.

Country-wise Analysis

Attribute	South Korea
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 80.9 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	8.2% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 177.6 Million

Attribute	United States
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 412.2 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	6.6% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 781.4 Million

Category-wise Analysis

Attribute	Electronics and Semiconductors
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 843.5 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.4% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 1.42 Billion

Attribute	Fused Silica Flour
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 1.69 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.4% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 2.86 Billion

The average silica sand export price stood at $7.1 per ton in January 2025, growing by 2.1% against the previous month.

This statistic illustrates the production value of silica sand in Taiwan from 2007 to 2020. In 2020, Taiwan's silica sand production value reached around 26.42million New Taiwan dollars.

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The Silica Sand for Glass Making Market is projected to witness steady growth between 2025 and 2035, driven by the increasing demand for high-quality glass across various industries, including construction, automotive, and packaging. The market is estimated to be USD 5,874.4 million in 2025 and is expected to grow to USD 8,949.6 million by 2035, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% over the assessment period.

Metric	Value
Industry Size (2025E)	USD 5,874.4 million
Industry Value (2035F)	USD 8,949.6 million
CAGR (2025 to 2035)	4.3%

Country wise Outlook

Country	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
USA	4.1%

Country	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
UK	4.2%

Region	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
European Union	4.5%

Country	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
Japan	4.0%

Country	CAGR (2025 to 2035)
South Korea	4.4%

Competitive Outlook

Company Name	Estimated Market Share (%)
USA Silica	18-22%
Tochu Corporation	14-18%
Imerys Refractory Minerals	10-14%
Euroquarz GmbH	8-12%
Sibelco	6-10%
Other Companies (combined)	30-40%

In the second quarter of 2024, metal silicon prices in the United States reached 2474 USD/MT in June. Stable industrial demand, particularly from the solar and automotive sectors, together with balanced supply, influenced this pricing. Year-on-year growth was remarkable, due to economic developments and advancements in technology, indicating a strong market environment.