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Monday 31 December 2018

Pureed Food Market – Future Demand Strategies 2025

Global Pureed Food Market: Overview 
The global market for pureed food is experiencing a significant rise in its valuation, thanks to the increase in the advertisement of products through various media, such as radio, newspaper, television, and social media, which has lured consumers in inculcating these products in their day-to-day diet. The robust rise in the disposable income of consumers, particularly in emerging economies, has also contributed considerably to the growth of this market. 
Over the new few years, the demand for pureed food will, especially, be driven by the growing influence of social media in young adults’ life. However, the augmenting awareness among consumers pertaining to the risk of feeding pureed food to infants may hamper the market’s growth to some extent in the years to come. 
Nonetheless, the increasing research activities by several leading companies to produce new and more enticing products is projected to generate more lucrative opportunities for the growth of this market in the near future. Apart from this, the entry of a large pool of companies into joint ventures in a bid to expand their production capacity is also expected to have a positive impact on this market over the forthcoming years. The growing demand for frozen and baked food is another significant area where this market can look for opportunities in future. 
A Purée is a French term which means refined or purified, usually it is a blend of vegetables or legumes that turns into a soft creamy paste or a thick liquid. Few examples of pureed foods are squash, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie filling. Foods are of different textures and most people are comfortable in chewing and breaking them into small pieces. Saliva moistens the broken pieces and bind it together helping in swallowing. A sore and dry mouth creates difficulties in chewing as well as swallowing, which is the reason that makes pureed food so popular among the older people who have chewing problem, pureed food makes swallowing so easy and helps one to maintain their food intake requirements as well. Pureed food must not be lumpy or dry it should be moist and spoon thick.
Market Segmentation: 
Pureed food market has been segmented on the basis of raw material, form, end use, diet and geography. On the basis of raw material pureed food market are segmented into fruit, vegetables, meats and cereals. Out of which vegetable pureed food are consumed the most followed by fruit. Rice cereal, oatmeal cereal and barley cereal are common raw materials used as pureed food for babies. On the basis of form pureed food market are segmented into frozen, dried, semi- solid and baked. Among these segments semi-solid pureed food are much popular among the older people. Frozen and baked segment of pureed food is also gaining the attention of the young adults, which is expected to drive the market to purred food to a greater extant. On the basis of end use pureed food market are segmented into fresh consumption and food processing. On the basis of diet pureed food market are segmented into breakfast, lunch, snakes and dinner. 
Market Regional Outlook: 
On the basis of regional outlook, market of pureed food is segmented into five different regions: North America, Latin America, Western & Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific, and Middle East & Africa. In regional market Europe has the biggest market for pureed food followed by North America. Innovation is the major strategy which major companies tries to adopt so as to increase their market value and share. Although Europe will dominate the market in the coming years but Asia pacific is also expected to grow in the market of pureed food enormously. 
Market Drivers: 
Increasing demand for pureed food is the major factor driving market growth so well. Health benefits and easy digestion of pureed food is making the market of pureed food more popular among the old aged people along with the infants. Companies are advertising their products to boost the product sale. Increase in disposable income, changing food consumption pattern, demand for healthy food options and growing urbanization are other growth drivers of the market. Investing on the Research and Development of the pureed food will probably be a major factor for the companies those who wants to increase the market share of the pureed food. Companies should also meet the changing demands of the consumers. Expenditure on advertising the pureed food product will also help the industries to create opportunities and increase market share. The use of social media will also boost the growth of the industries offering pureed food. In order to expand product portfolio several companies have already entered into joint ventures to increase the production of pureed food, these kind of steps are defiantly going to drive the market of pureed food in the forecast period. 
Key Players: 
Some of the key players in the pureed food market includes Thick it purees, Blossom foods, GA foods, Gourmet Pureed, Simple Puree, Vitagermine, Wiltshire farm foods, Nutrifresh, The pure food co, Annabel Karmel among others.

Caramel Ingredient Market - Report Offers Scores of Prospects 2027

Caramel is a confectionery product used as a flavoring, filling and topping in food and beverage variety. It is prepared by heating a different kind of sugar at a defined temperature. Caramel ingredients are available in various forms, types and used in a variety of applications. Considering its usefulness the market players of caramel ingredient are more focused towards expansion, new launch and development of varieties in caramel ingredient. The trend of fancy food eating, decoration on cake & ice-cream as well as fusion in traditional dishes developed the concept of caramel ingredient. Among different forms of caramel ingredient, granular and powdered form are growing widely in confectioneries. As the trend of packaged food is emerging intensely therefore due to longer shelf life, powdered and granular form of caramel ingredient are preferred over others. Furthermore, acceptance of caramel ingredient in daily life for an average living population raised when trend of dining outside has increased, because of which food manufacturer started focusing on making their food products more appealing and tempting to the consumer with the help of caramel ingredient. Also, busy lifestyle has changed cooking and eating habits globally; people prefer frozen bakery product and ready to eat product over traditional slow cook. 
Caramel ingredients have a variety of applications in food and beverage industry. Among all the applications caramel ingredient is widely used in confectionery. Owing to consumer’s taste preference, the demand for confectionery products and for making confectionery product, use of caramel ingredient; fuel the market growth of caramel ingredient worldwide. Growth in disposable income and adoption of urban lifestyle are some other factors considered for driving caramel ingredient market globally. 
Significant growth is noticed in beverage industry which include alcoholic and non-alcoholic products. Caramel ingredients such as liquid and powdered caramel colors and caramelized sugar syrups are used in manufacturing non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverage such as tea, lemonade, fruit drink, powdered drink mixes, beer, etc., This propel market of caramel ingredient as well. As an opportunity, caramel ingredient can capture the huge prospective market by targeting untapped countries or economically developing countries. 
Although the overall caramel ingredient market is growing significantly, restraints such as a rise in the price of raw material which lead to a subsequent increase in the price of caramel ingredient. Another restraint, switch in eating habits among consumer by adopting healthy eating while minimal using confectionery products can hinder caramel ingredients’ market growth.
Few of the market players accounting for global caramel ingredient agents market includes Nestle, Mars Inc., Kerry Group, Bakels Worldwide, Cargill Incorporated, Göteborgsfood Budapest ZRT, Sensient Technologies Corporation, Ferrero, Martin Braun KG, Puratos Group, Haribo, Metarom, Sethness Caramel Color, Nigay, DDW The Color House.

Food Glazing Agents Market - Report Offers Scores of Prospects 2026

In present times, change in lifestyle and change in eating preferences have influenced the additives market to a large extent. The due importance to texture, taste, and appearance have led to the increased use of glazing agents in several types of food. 
Food glazing agents are also useful for packed fruits, functional foods, and vegetables. The multitude of uses of these products is the main reason for their application across several end users. 
The food glazing agents market can be analyzed with respect to ingredient type, application, ingredient function, and region. 
The growth of the food additives industry combined with the increased consumption of processed food is primarily driving the global food glazing agents market. Moreover, the increasing demand for organic and vegan foods is expected to drive the demand for food additives, which in turn, will favor the growth of the food glazing agents market. 
Carnauba wax stood as the dominant ingredient type segment in the recent past. This is due to its manifold use for preparing glazing agents that are used in confectionery and bakery applications. Among other ingredients, stearic acid also contributed substantial revenue to the food glazing agents market in the recent past. This is due to the increasing use of stearic acid in personal care and cosmetics and detergent industry. 
Paraffin wax displayed a significant size in the market in the recent past. The increasing application scope of paraffin wax in packaging, cosmetics, and candle industry is expected to drive demand for this ingredient type segment. 
Coating based additives led the ingredient function segment of the global food glazing agents market in the recent past. The surface-finishing ingredient segment is expected to display a significant growth rate translating into substantial gains for the segment 
The confectionery application segment led the overall market in the recent past and is expected to display a substantial growth rate in the near future. The increasing consumption of canned fruits and vegetables and canned sea foods is expected present growth opportunities for the food glazing agents market. 
The growing population combined with the increasing per-capita spending in India and China is expected to propel growth of the APAC confectionery market. The highly competitive confectionery market in EU is expected to present extensive demand for food glazing agents in the years to come. 
The food glazing agents market can be broadly divided into the regional markets of North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of the World. The Europe regional market for food glazing agents, primarily driven by Italy, Germany, the U.K., and France held a significant share of the global market in 2015. 
The Asia Pacific food glazing agents market is largely driven by the processed meat industry in China and India. Changing lifestyle due to rising disposable income and nuclear family setups where both the partners are working is driving the demand for processed meat, which is indirectly supporting the food glazing agents industry. 
Some of the leading companies in the global food glazing agents market include Masterol, Capol GmbH, Koster Keunen, Poth Hile, British Wax, and Strahl & Pitsch. Some other participants in this market include DuPont, Avatar Corporation, Wuhu Deli, Ningbo J& S Botanics, Zeelandia, ADM, Kerry Group, and Stoever Schellack Bremen.

Apricot Oil Market - New Innovations, Application, Recent Trend Updates & Forecast

Apricot oil is an odorless thin oil derived from the kernel or seed of the Prunus Armeniaca. Also called apricot kernel oil as derived from kernels, i.e outer coat of apricot fruit. Now, apricot oil is used in various cosmetics and health supplements. It is majorly used in body massage and aromatherapy. Thus, market demand from growing massage centers and aromatherapy centers is higher. 
Geographically, the global apricot oil market can be segmented into major regions which include North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa. Among the regional market, North America accounts for the substantial revenue share in the global apricot oil market, owing to high health consciousness among consumers across the region. Europe is followed by North America in the global apricot oil market with significant value share. Asia-Pacific is expected to expand at a relatively high growth rate in the apricot oil market, attributed rapidly growing population, increasing demand for aromatherapy and healthy oil options. The Middle East and Africa is expected to contribute for relatively low revenue share in global apricot oil market whereas, the region is expected to register substantial CAGR over the forecast period. Overall, the outlook for the global apricot oil market will have a positive growth over the forecast period. 
The global apricot oil market growth is driven by increasing demand for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, aromatherapy, and food industry. Macroeconomic factors such as increasing per capita income, changing lifestyle, growing economy, and rapid rate of urbanization are factors expected to fuel the growth of global apricot oil market. Moreover, growing supplement market also fueling the global apricot oil market growth. Some of the factors trending the global apricot oil market include mergers & acquisitions between the apricot oil suppliers and end-use industries and high investment in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industry. The market players operating in the apricot oil market have a significantly high opportunity in Asia-Pacific attributed to the significantly growing economy and population across the regions. 
Few key players in the global apricot oil market includes Life-flo, Frontier Natural Products Co-op., Starwest Botanicals, Shea Moisture, Pre de Provence, Plantlife, Physicians Formula, Organix, NOW Foods, Natures Bounty, Nature’s Alchemy, MyChelle, Lotus Touch, Larenim Ltd., Josie Maran cosmetics, Hobe Laboratories Inc., Fit & Fresh, Deep Steep, and Aura Cacia etc.

Alfalfa Hay Market - New Innovations, Application, Recent Trend Updates & Forecast

Alfalfa hay is considered as an important feed for cattle, horses, dairy cows, goats and sheep. Canada, Spain, the U.S., Italy, and France are some of the prime countries accounting for alfalfa hey production. Some of the top companies from these countries are actively partaking in the entire supply chain network from sourcing, logistics applications, shipping to distribution and marketing, at the same time placing vital importance on the quality of alfalfa.
The increasing demand for dairy and animal products, shrinking of the land for grazing of animals, and growth in high yielding cattle, bred cattle demand for feed is driving the alfalfa hay market globally. The demand from commercial dairy operators for alfalfa hay is expected to increase due to the increase in investment in huge scale dairy operations during the forecast period. However, the decreasing land acreage due to drastically growing urbanization, competition regarding high crop value crops, and water restrictions are some of the important factors hindering the growth of alfalfa hay market. The exceptional demand seen in the previous years from several regions have resulted in the price upsurge of alfalfa hay. This has caused the dairy producers to consider the replacement, thus lowering the rates for alfalfa hay again this year. The increasing demand for animal and dairy products across the whole world is likely to increase the demand for alfalfa hay during the forecast period. The alfalfa hay is primarily used for animal rearing and it delivers high feed value. The cost of the alfalfa hay is generally dependent upon the quality of hay produced, the type of harvesting, and the bale size. The high domestic prices of hay in some regions can cause a dampening effect on exports for some markets. On the basis of product type the alfalfa hay market is segmented into bales, pellets, and cubes. The bale segment is expected to account for maximum share in alfalfa hay market. 
The global Alfalfa Hay Market is segmented into the seven key regions: North America, Latin America, Western Europe, and Eastern Europe, Asia Pacific Excluding Japan (APEJ), Japan and Middle East and Africa (MEA). Western Europe has accounted as the largest market for alfalfa hay. Spain is the leading country with the maximum market share in this region followed by France and Italy. Trade value of alfalfa is higher in North America region as compared to Western Europe. Unfavorable government policies in countries like China and India for alfalfa hay, insufficient processing capacity for large-scale commercial farms, and rising grain prices are expected to act as restraints on the alfalfa hay market. The alfalfa market in MEA region is also projected to show significant growth rate during the forecast period followed by Japan. 
 Alfalfa Hay Market: Key Players 
• Alfalfa Monegros, S.L.
• Coaba
• Los Venteros S.C.
• Grupo Osés
• SL Follen Company
• Al Dahra ACX Global, Inc.
• Anderson Hay & Grain Inc.
• Border Valley
• Knight Ag Sourcing
• Hay USA
• Bailey Farms
• Haykingdom Inc.
• Standlee Hay Company
• Green Prairie International
• Cubeit Hay Company
• M&C Hay
• Glenvar Hay
• McCracken Hay Company
• Riverina (Australia) Pty

Extruded Snacks Market Expands Worldwide With Impressive Sales Trends By 2026

Extrusion technique which is used in food processing is known as food extrusion. It is a procedure by which a number of assorted ingredients are forced through an opening in a holed die or plate with a pattern explicit to the food. Then it is cut to an indicated size with the help of blades. The extruder machine consists of a huge gyrating screw firmly fitted within a fixed barrel; at the end of the barrel is the die. The process of extrusion allows mass manufacturing of food through an endless, well-organized system that guarantees homogeneity of the end product. Food products which are manufactured using this technique typically have very high starch content in them. These food items include many breakfast cereals, some pasta, breads, textured vegetable protein, ready-to-eat snacks, cookie dough, fat soy, confectionery, and certain pet foods, baby foods, and beverages.
Currently, consumers are extra cautious about their snacking routines and are gradually embracing healthy snacking foods such as extruded snacks due to the benefits offered by them related to metabolism. Healthy snacking is also well-thought-of as an accompaniment to weight-loss, and these snacks deliver the essential vitamins and nutrients that the body needs. The nutritional substances of extruded snacks can be transformed by altering the digestion competence of protein and starch. The increasing demand for weight management and healthy snacking is likely to drive the global extruded snacks market over the forecast period.
The global extruded snacks market can be segregated on the basis of product type, distribution channel, and regions. Based on product type, the market can be segmented into rice, corn, potato, and mixed grains. The potatoes section held the dominant market share in the extruded snacks market. The altering taste choices of different regions has encouraged global companies to introduce customized region-specific spiced snacks, which is poised to push the demand for this segment.
On the basis of distribution channel, the global market can be trifurcated into convenience stores, hypermarkets and supermarkets, and independent retailers. Hypermarkets and supermarkets constituted the maximum market share in the global extruded snacks market. These supermarket and hypermarket stores are well stocked with numerous ranges of extruded snacks from several brands. Consumers select hypermarkets and supermarkets for their errands due to the in-store advertising by vendors coupled with price comparisons. These factors are likely to spur the growth of the global extruded snacks market in the future.
In terms of geography, the global extruded snacks market can be segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. Asia Pacific is likely to be the major revenue-generating region in the global extruded snacks market. Customers in this region enjoy numerous snacking options obtainable at reasonable prices. However, shifting preference toward snacks with health benefits will drive the market in this region over the forecast period.
The market is highly disjointed because of the existence of many small and large vendors who compete on the basis of quality, innovation, price, reputation, service, promotion, and distribution. The growth prospects of market players are subject to changing consumer expenditure patterns, local, regional, and national economic conditions in addition to demographic trends. The players in the market face strong competition due to which they concentrate on introducing innovative products in order to meet the consumers’ changing tastes. Primary vendors in the market are Diamond Foods, Inc., Calbee, Inc., ITC Limited, Frito-Lay, Inc., Kellogg Company, Bag Snacks, and Old Dutch Foods, Inc. Other noticeable wholesalers in the global extruded snacks market are Want Want Holdings Limited, Arca Continental S.A.B. de C.V., Axium Foods, Inc., JFC International, Inc., Aperitivos Flaper, Mondelez International, Amica Chips S.P.A., Universal Robina Corp., and AUEVSS Ltd.

Quinoa Seed Market - Global Scope and Need

Quinoa seed are edible seeds and belongs to goosefoot genus species. The quinoa seeds contains proteins and vitamins such as B6, B1, folic acid, iron, magnesium and phosphorus to be major ones. It also contains essential amino acids necessary for cell growth. The quinoa seeds are mostly covered with saponin which is bitter in tastes and thus protects it from insects and birds. With new advanced techniques in agro industries, these coatings can be removed in order to make quinoa seed ready to eat type. Mostly quinoa seeds are consumed as breakfast cereal. Also, quinoa seeds are used as thickener for soups, stews etc. The consumption of quinoa seed is increasing beyond countries such as Bolivia and Peru. For instance, in 2014, Wageningen University & Research conducted project titled “Salt tolerant Quinoa for food in Vietnam, China, and Chile” and was honoured with award of securing water for food programme. Thus, in parts of the countries with saline soils would be able to cultivate quinoa seeds with high yield. The global quinoa seed market is expected to expand at double CAGR growth during the forecast period. 
The global quinoa seed market is primarily driven by the increasing demand for high nutritional value food. High content of nutritional content and also gluten free property drives the global quinoa seed market. Also, quinoa seed is a great substitute for rice grains as they contains less starch. The increasing consumers with demand for rice substitute drives the global quinoa seed market. Besides, quinoa seed can be grown in saline soils which further fuels the quinoa seeds growers. Besides, high yield of quinoa seeds with low production costs boots the global quinoa seeds market. 
The global quinoa seed market is divided into seven regions, namely North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific excluding Japan (APEJ), Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Japan and Middle East and Africa (MEA). South America holds major share in the of quinoa seed market in terms of production with Bolivia, Peru and Ecuador to be important production countries. Also, North America is projected to exhibit increased demand during the forecast period. Followed by North America is Europe and APAEJ. In Europe, The Dutch Quinoa Group B.V. a Netherlands based company engaged in processing and marketing of quinoa has wide spread presence across Europe. The global quinoa market is expected to grow at a relatively high CAGR during the forecast period.
Some of the key players identified in the global quinoa seed market includes:
• Sociedad Industrial Molinera
• Quinoa Foods Company
• The British Quinoa Company
• Quinoabol
• Comrural XXI S.R.L.
• Northern Quinoa Production Corporation
• Ancient Harvest
• Andean Naturals Inc
• Andean Valley S.A.
• Irupana Andean Organic Foods

Friday 28 December 2018

Conducting Polypyrrole Industry Market Growth Set To Surge Significantly During 2026

Global Conducting Polypyrrole Industry Market: Overview
The global conducting polypyrrole industry market is anticipated to gather pace in its growth due to excellent optical property. Polypyrrole is a type of organic polymer which is formed by the polymerization of pyrroles. They are also known as conductive polymers as they projects excellent characteristics in insulator and good electrical conductor. They are amorphous in nature with very weak diffraction. Conductive polypyrrole serves two major applications in chemical sensors and electronic devices. They also enhances drug delivery as the polymer matrix is considered as container for proteins. Conducting polypyrrole triggers catalyst support for fuel cells and sensitize cathodes electro-catalysts.
An upcoming report on global conducting polypyrrole industry market by Transparency Market Research intends to offer a brilliant study on market dynamics, segmentation and competition. The report would provide a succinct description of the forces that have aided the growth of the global conducting polypyrrole industry market. The report runs through multiple standpoints such as market trends, opportunities and restraints pertaining to this market. The report would also offer useful guidelines for stakeholders to cement a strong position in the global conducting polypyrrole industry market.
Global Conducting Polypyrrole Industry Market: Key Trends
Conductive polypyrrole possess electronic conductivity similar to inorganic semiconductors and metals. Rising concerns over electromagnetic interference, increasing awareness towards shielding electronic devices, growing electrostatic discharge and radio frequency interference are belived to be driving the global conducting polypyrrole industry market. Conducting polypyrrole showcases splendid thermal stability and mechanical flexibility. These properties are expected to boost the global conducting polypyrrole industry market.
Conductive polypyrroles are widely applied in the production of flat panel displays, printed circuit boards, light emitting diode (LED) and bioelectronics due to their lightweight nature with outstanding corrosive characteristics. They are used in various applications such as sensors, actuators, packaging, capacitors, solar cells, and batteries. A trend of controlling noise pollution and rapid growth in automotive and electronics industry are projected to fuel the global conducting polypyrrole industry market. The nature of dimensional stability as well as excellent conducting characteristics could be key standpoints for the global conducting polypyrrole industry market’s growth.
Global Conducting Polypyrrole Industry Market: Regional Outlook
Region wise, North America is expected to lead the global conducting polypyrrole industry market as the region has seen rapid industrialization and increasing per capita disposable income. The enormous demand for sensors and batteries in automobile industry could be responsible for driving the global conducting polypyrrole industry market in the region. Other prominent regions in the global conducting polypyrrole industry market could be Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Increasing production of electronics digital goods such as smartphones, tablets and web camera are expected to be boosting growth in the global conducting polypyrrole industry market.
Global Conducting Polypyrrole Industry Market: Competitive Dynamics
Some of the prominent players operating in the global conducting polypyrrole industry market are 3M, Solvay SA, Heraeus Group, Hypersion Catalyst International and KEMET. The upcoming report studies competitor’s product portfolios, key strategies and sales and revenues in the near term.
The report offers a comprehensive evaluation of the market. It does so via in-depth qualitative insights, historical data, and verifiable projections about market size. The projections featured in the report have been derived using proven research methodologies and assumptions. By doing so, the research report serves as a repository of analysis and information for every facet of the market, including but not limited to: Regional markets, technology, types, and applications.

Concrete Aggregates Market To Rear Excessive Growth During 2018-2026

Concrete Aggregates Market: Overview
Concrete aggregates are granular materials such as sand, gravel, crushed stone, and blast furnace slag, which usually accounts for approximately 60% to 75% of the volume of concrete. These aggregates are extensively used in the construction sector. Concrete aggregates offer resistance to wear and erosion and volume stability to the finished product. They are inexpensive fillers, which reduce the cost of concrete. Concrete aggregates can either be natural or synthetic. Concrete aggregates can be used for flexible as well as rigid pavements. Based on the source and method of preparation, concrete aggregates can be broadly classified into natural and artificial. Natural concrete aggregates are produced by weathering and action of wind and water. Synthetic concrete aggregates such as blast furnace slag and expanded clay are byproducts of industrial processes. Based on bulk density, concrete aggregates can be classified into ASTM C33, C 330, and C 637. Desired mechanical properties of concrete aggregates include abrasive power, water absorption, and high porosity.
Rising investments in infrastructure by various governments across the globe are fueling the demand for concrete aggregates. Use of concrete aggregates in residential buildings is likely to be augmented by growth of the housing sector in developed countries. Increase in the disposable income is anticipated to drive the demand for concrete aggregates for use in modern housing. Demand for recycled concrete aggregates is a new trend in the global concrete aggregates market. Owing to adverse impact of mining construction aggregates on the environment, construction companies prefer recycled concrete aggregates. Concrete aggregates are primarily used in concrete as a filler material for providing volume, strength, and resistance wear to erosion. Concrete aggregates provide composition, specific gravity, and surface texture to the product. Concrete aggregates are inexpensive than cement and they can be put into the concrete mix in amounts as much as possible.
Concrete Aggregates Market: Key Segments
In terms of production, the global concrete aggregates market can be classified into natural aggregates, artificial concrete aggregates, processed concrete aggregates, and colored concrete aggregates. Natural concrete aggregates include sand, gravel, crushed stone, and lime rock. Artificial concrete aggregates comprise blast furnace slags and cinders, fly ash, etc. Processed concrete aggregates include perlite, burnt clays, shales, and processed fly ash. Colored aggregates comprise glass, ceramics, and manufactured marble. According to particle size, the concrete aggregates market can be classified into fine aggregates and coarse aggregates.
The global concrete aggregates market expanded significantly in 2017. The trend is expected to continue during the forecast period also. Asia Pacific accounts for a major share of the global concrete aggregates market. Rapid urbanization in the region is fueling the market in Asia Pacific. The market in the region is expanding at a significant pace, due to increase in construction and renovation activities, especially in China and India. Rise in renovation activities in North America, especially in the U.S., is augmenting the market in the region. Countries in Eastern Europe contribute significantly to the concrete aggregates market in Europe. The market in Middle East & Africa and Latin America is projected to expand in the next few years, due to recent economic developments and rise in investments in construction projects in these regions.
Concrete Aggregates Market: Key Players
Key players operating in the global concrete aggregates market include CEMEX S.A.B.de C.V, HeidelbergCement Group, LafargeHolcim, and MARTIN MARIETTA.
The report offers a comprehensive evaluation of the market. It does so via in-depth qualitative insights, historical data, and verifiable projections about market size. The projections featured in the report have been derived using proven research methodologies and assumptions. By doing so, the research report serves as a repository of analysis and information for every facet of the market, including but not limited to: Regional markets, technology, types, and applications.

Refinish Paints Market Business Growth, Development Factors, Application And Future Prospects 2018 - 2026

Refinish Paints Market: Introduction
Refinish paints are made from resins, additives, solvents, and pigments. The resin binds and holds all the pigments together. The refinish paints industry is a raw material intensive industry. Rise in demand for passenger & recreational vehicles, implementation of new technologies, increase in disposable income, growth in the number of road accidents and inclination of vehicle owners to repair their vehicles after collisions are anticipated to drive the global refinish paints market. Volatility in raw material costs, dearth of skilled professionals, and environmental issues regarding solventborne paints are key restrains to the market.
Refinish Paints Market: Segmentation
Global refinish paint market can be segmented based on resin, vehicle type, technology, and region. In terms of resin, the refinish paints market can be divided into polyurethane resins, epoxy resins, acrylic resins. Polyurethane resin coating provide superior finish and resistance to corrosion, UV rays, and chemicals. It requires less maintenance due to superior strength. These attributes of the resin are anticipated to boost the demand for polyurethane resins during forecast period.
Based on vehicle type, the global refinish paints market can be segregated into light commercial vehicles, heavy commercial vehicles, busses, and passenger cars. The passenger cars segment is projected to dominate the refinish paints market due to the increase in demand for passenger car globally. Additionally, the trend of customization of cars and rise in income of middle class population propel the refinish paints market.
In terms of technology, the refinish paints market can be categorized into solventborne and waterborne. Solventborne refinish paints provide netter finish in terms of glossiness and uniform film formation and strong resistance to deformation of layer. These factors drive the solventborne segment. However, shift from solventborne refinish paints to waterborne refinish paints or powder coatings is increasing due to environmental norms in the US and countries in Europe .
In terms of region, the global refinish paints market can be classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. North America is anticipated to continue to dominate the refinish paints market during the forecast period due to high disposable income and inclination of vehicle owners to repair their vehicles after collision.
The refinish paints market in Asia Pacific is anticipated to expand at a considerable pace during the forecast period. Demand for passenger vehicles and recreational vehicles is rising in developing economies such as China and India. Furthermore, rise in disposable income and rapid urbanization are expected to drive the demand for passenger vehicles in these countries during the forecast period. Various global refinish paints market are planning to set up their manufacturing units in this region. This, in turn, is estimated to boost the refinish paints market in Asia Pacific
Refinish Paints Market: Competitive Landscape
Manufactures operating in the refinish paints market adopt various strategies such as mergers and acquisitions, expansion of product line, joint ventures, and collaborations to increase their share in the refinish paints market.
Major players operating in the global refinish paints market include Akzo Nobel N.V., Donglai., Novol SP. Z o.o., Noroo Paint & Coatings Co., Ltd. (subsidiary of noroo holdings co., ltd.), the Lubrizol Corporation, Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd. , KCC Corporation., Mipa SE, Cresta Paint Industries LTD., The Sherwin-Williams Company, Alpscoating., Guangzhou Zhenroumei Chemical Coating Limited, KAPCI Coatings, PPG Industries, Inc. , BASF SE, 3M, Axalta Coating Systems, LLC, and Kansai Paint CO.,LTD.

Enamels Market Emerging Industry Trends & Global Future Forecasts 2018 - 2026

Enamels Market: Overview
Enamels are used as thin layer coatings that are applied primarily over ceramic materials. Enamels are used extensively in building and construction applications. They can be applied on hard, glossy coating surfaces. Floor enamel, a type of enamel, can be used over concrete, stairs, basements, porches, and patios. Enamels are employed in automotive components such as engines, brakes, etc. owing to their anti-corrosion properties. Enamel paint can be used on wood furniture, as it provides waterproofing. Enamels based upon various resins such as alkyds, epoxy, and polyurethane are commercially available. Enamels can also be used in electronics, power generation, and energy transmission applications. They offer high chemical resistance to electronic device components.
Enamels provide acid resistance, alkali resistance, and prevent atmospheric corrosion at room temperature and elevated temperatures. They possess high gloss and surface lubricity. They are generally produced from non-toxic, inert, and inorganic oxides. Enamels are substantially more scratch resistant and abrasion resistant than organic coatings due to their hardness, high gloss, and surface lubricity. They are available in a complete range of UV resistant color stable colors, which do not deteriorate over time. Coatings using enamels are generally fire resistant and enable the electronic system to withstand intermittent or long term heat. Porcelain enamels possess long shelf life. They do not delaminate from the substrate after application.
Enamels Market: Key Segments
Based on resin, the global enamels market can be segmented into alkyd, epoxy, and polyurethane. Polyurethane based enamel coatings offer various benefits that increase the sustainability and glossiness of surfaces. In terms of application, the global enamels market can be divided into building & construction, electrical & electronic insulation, furniture, and others. Enamels can be used to coat various surfaces such as metal, glass, and ceramics.
Rise in demand for paint and coatings in the building & construction sector is driving the demand for enamels. The usage of enamels has been rising due to their excellent water repellency, algae and fungus resistance, and gloss and color retention properties. Low maintenance cost and long shelf life are primary factors driving the demand for enamels. Economic development and rapid urbanization in emerging economies are anticipated to fuel the demand for enamels in the near future. Additionally, technological advancement and increase in product innovation are estimated to propel the enamels market. Substantial investment in infrastructure development by various governments in emerging economies in Asia Pacific and Latin America is projected to drive the global enamels market.
The global enamels market expanded significantly in 2017. This trend is expected to continue during the forecast period. Asia Pacific accounts for large share of the global enamels market. Rapid urbanization is fuelling the market in Asia Pacific. The market in the region is expanding at a significant pace. Increase in construction and renovation activities, especially in China and India, is boosting the enamels market in Asia Pacific. Availability of key resins such as epoxy, acrylic, and polyurethane is anticipated to propel the market in the region. Rise in renovation activities in North America, especially in the U.S., is augmenting the market in the region. Countries in Eastern Europe contribute significantly to the enamels market in Europe. The market in Middle East & Africa and Latin America is projected to expand in the next few years due to the recent economic developments and rise in investment in construction projects in these regions.
Enamels Market: Key Players
Key players operating in the global enamels market include The Sherwin-Williams Company, PPG Industries, Inc, Akzo Nobel, BASF SE, and Axalta Coating Systems.
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Tool Steel Market Business Growth Analysis & Key Market Driver 2018 - 2026

Global Tool Steel Market: Overview
The increasing demand from the residential and commercial buildings likely to boosting growth of the global tool steel market in coming years. Also, growing investment in infrastructure projects in India, China and Japan Likely to argument for the growth of the global tool steel market. Moreover, rapid growth in construction activities in this region is another factor propelling growth of tool steel market in near future.
On the basis of product class, Cold-work tool steel likely to dominate in terms of adoption due to rising demand for cutting and punching instrument manufacturing. These products are utilized in production of drawing dies, hobs, dies, and blades. These products have several qualities such as low cost of the products, long shelf life, toughness and high resistance likely to drive the demand for global tool steel market in coming years.
The report provides overall analysis of the global tool steel market along with the regional and segmental analysis is also included.The products have high strength and allow mass making of the molded plastics which are utilized for roofing, building insulation, door and windows and flooring which likely to influence growth of this market. The rising manufacturing process due to growing foreign investment to boost market growth in coming years. In addition, government initiatives and favorable policy likely to propel growth of the tool steel products across the globe. This is another factors fueling growth of tool steel market in coming years.
The products provides several benefits which includes high temperature resistance, high strength and resistance to cracking which have suitable for forging procedure and further contribute to the growth of tool steel market in coming years.
Global Tool Steel Market: Regional Outlook
On the geographical point of view, North America dominate the global tool steel market owing to rising demand from automotive to surge growth of tool steel market. The rising demand from manufacturing industry to accelerate growth of the global tool steel market in coming years. this products plays crucial role in the production of valves, automotive injectors, tail lamps and inner panels. This further propels growth of the global tool steel market in near future. This products are mainly used for the production of alcohol, dry foods and fatty food. This expected to propel growth of tool steel market in coming years.
The prominent players operating in the global tool steel market includes SCHMOLZ + BICKENBACH,  Tiangong International, Voestalpine, and Dongbei Special Steel Group. The manufacturers are largely focused toward new production and also focused toward strategic partnership to strengthen their presence across the globe. The players are also focused for mergers and acquisitions to attract new customers.
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Polyphenylene Oxide (Ppo) Resins Market Intelligence And Forecast 2018 - 2026

Global Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO) Resins Market: Overview
Polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins have received substantial industry attention stoked by the rising demand or high-end engineering thermoplastics among industry verticals. polyphenylene oxide (PPO) is utilized in a broad range of applications owing to its unique combination of characteristic properties such as excellent mechanical property, low moisture absorption amazing dimension stability, and striking electrical insulation. To overcome the various limitations of polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins, especially due to its poor processing and resistance to organic solvents, physical and chemical modifications have been introduced over the past decade. This has led to polyphenylene oxide (PPO) nanocomposites characterized by better performance in application areas. Modified polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins allow the benefits of molding through a range of processes, such as by extrusion, injection molding, and blow molding.
Polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins are demanded in industries such as in automotive, electrical and electronics, and consumer goods. Unique benefits obtained by several end users include performance/price ratio for a few physical properties and excellent dimensional stability. Constantly emerging potential applications of polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins have kept the market increasingly lucrative. The use of polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins in the battery making is a case in point.
The various analytical insights help in understanding the impact of recent trends and demand dynamics on the contours of the global polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins market. The analyses also help in identifying the direction of product innovations in the polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins market.
Global Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO) Resins Market: Trends and Opportunities
The extensive demand or polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins in the automotive industry is a key factor driving the global market. They have substantial use in making various automotive such as instrument panels, bulb sockets, radiator tanks, outer mirror housings, automotive fascia, and steering columns. Rapid advances being made in automotive manufacturing in various parts of the world is also a favorable industry trend. The rising use of polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins in electronics and electrical appliances, especially in developing countries, is a notable trend expected to fuel the rapid expansion of the polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins market over the assessment period. The rising sales of smart home appliances are likely to bolster the uptake of polyphenylene oxide (PPO) composites.
In recent years, there have been marked fluctuations in the prices of raw materials, hampering the overall profitability of the polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins market. Nonetheless, the growing use of plastics made of modified polyphenylene oxides is likely to bolster the prospects of the polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins market in the near future. The growing demand for polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins in nanocomposites in a few end-use industries is creating new, exciting avenues. Advances being made in processing of polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins are also expected to fuel the polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins market growth.
Global Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO) Resins Market: Regional Outlook
On the regional front, developing regions are expected to emerge as potentially attractive markets for polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins during the forecast period. In particular, Asia Pacific is emerging as increasingly promising region, where the growth is fuelled by rapidly rising demand in end-use industries in its key economies. The growing use of consumer appliances made of polyphenylene oxide (PPO) composites has also supported the rapid expansion of this regional market. The study takes a closer look at new application areas in untapped regions and the trends that will support the demand in developed regions over the assessment timeline.
Key Players Mentioned in the Report
The study offers in-depth insights into research and product development initiatives of various players. In addition, it sheds light on key strategies adopted by prominent players to retain their stronghold in the polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins market. Some of the key companies expected to hold substantial stakes in the near future in the global polyphenylene oxide (PPO) resins market are China National Bluestar, Ensinger GmbH, Solvay S.A., RTP Company, Inc., Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Evonik Industries AG, Entec Polymers, and Romira GmbH.

High Purity Quartz Market Insights And Market Potential 2018 - 2028

Global High Purity Quartz Market: Overview
The demand within the global high purity quartz market has been rising on account of advancements in the smart energy sector. As the name suggests, high-purity quartz has minimal concentration of impurities in the form of chemical elements and other substances, and only has a negligible concentration of oxygen and silicon in it. High-purity quartz is commonly known as ‘quartz’ or HPQ, and is a naturally-occurring element used in multiple industries. The use of high-purity quartz in key industries such as electronics and semiconductors is a major reason behind the popularity of this element. It is projected that expansions in various end-use industries would pave way for growth within the global high purity quartz market. Furthermore, the global high purity quartz market shall also grow on account of fundamental changes in the way chemical elements and compounds are sold across the world. Owing to the aforementioned factors, it is safe to anticipate that the global high-purity quartz market would witness the inflow of mammoth revenues in the years to come.
The global high purity quartz market can be segmented on the basis of the following parameters: application, end-use industry, and region. The direct relation of the global high-purity quartz market with multiple industries makes it necessary to delve into the specifics of the aforementioned segmentation.
A report added by Transparency Market Research (TMR) is a reminder of the various forces that have aided the growth of the global high purity quartz market over the past years. The report runs through the historic trends, current dynamics, and future opportunities pertaining to the global high purity quartz market.
Global High Purity Quartz Market: Trends and Opportunities
The demand within the global high purity quartz market has been rising on account of the use of this chemical element in the electronics industry. Furthermore, the manufacture of semiconductors is often preceded with the use of high-purity quartz in order to enhance the efficacy of the former. This factor is also expected to propel demand within the global high purity quartz market over the years to come. The field of optics and telecommunications has emerged as a major consumer of high purity quartz which has given a boost to the growth bar of the global high purity quartz market.
It is expected that advancements in the chemical industry and discovery of new methods of quartz-extraction would aid the growth of the global high purity quartz market in the years to come. Furthermore, the use of HPQ in solar silicon, microelectronics, and glass manufacturing would also play a key role in the growth of the global high purity quartz market.
The smart energy sector has been advancing at a rapid pace with the deployment of smart grids and smart lighting technologies. Since Global high-purity quartz has applications in the solar industry, the demand within the global market for high purity quartz is expected to rise at a boisterous rate in the years to follow.
Global High Purity Quartz Market: Regional Dynamics
The splendid electronics and semiconductor industry in China has propelled demand for high purity quartz across Asia Pacific. The global high purity quartz market in North America and Europe is projected to expand on account of the focus given to the deployment of smart technologies in these regions.
Global High Purity Quartz Market: Competitive Landscape
Some of the key players in the global high purity quartz market are The Quartz Corp., Jiangsu Pacific Quartz Co., Ltd., and Unimin Corporation.