Zinc Oxide Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 5167
  • Published Date: Sep 11, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Zinc Oxide Market Segmentation:

End user Segment Analysis 

The pharmaceuticals segment in zinc oxide market is expected to garner a significant share in 2035. Zinc oxide is popular as an astringent and antiseptic, making it viable for pharmaceutical products such as creams, ointments, and other topical formulations. Furthermore, zinc oxide nanoparticles are non-toxic, safe, and biocompatible. An October 2024 National Library of Medicine research report suggests the efficacy of ZnO against in vitro antifungal and antibacterial activities against Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida albicans, Aspergillus flavus, Penicillium notatum, and Aspergillus niger. UV-visible spectrophotometry showcased a characteristic absorption peak, underscoring the efficacy of ZnO nanoparticles. 

Type Segment Analysis 

The chemical segment in zinc oxide market is estimated to gain the largest revenue share of 60% in 2035. Zinc oxide is widely used as a vulcanization accelerator in the rubber industry, promoting cross-linking of rubber molecules and enhancing the mechanical properties of rubber compounds. In the ceramics industry, zinc oxide is utilized in glazes and as a flux material to improve the flow of ceramic materials during firing and enhance the final product's properties.

Our in-depth analysis of the global zinc oxide market includes the following segments:

Type

  • Standard
  • Chemical

 

 

End user

  • Ceramics
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Agriculture

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2026, the industry size of zinc oxide is estimated at USD 6.21 billion.

The global zinc oxide market size was more than USD 5.91 billion in 2025 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of more than 5.7%, reaching USD 10.29 billion revenue by 2035.

Asia Pacific zinc oxide market is anticipated to achieve a 38% share by 2035, driven by rising production of gallium and germanium.

Key players in the market include Umicore N.V., EverZinc, American Zinc Recycling, Weifang Longda Zinc Industry Co., Ltd., GH Chemicals Limited, Rubamin Ltd., ZOchem Inc., Seyang Zinc Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., Mario Pilato Blat S.A., Grillo-Werke AG.
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