government documents , statistical databases , trade journals , market reports , news articles , press releases , and webcasts specific to companies operating in the market .
Global Specialty Silica Market : Scope of the Study
The study provides a decisive view of the global specialty silica market by segmenting it in terms of product type ( precipitated silica , fumed silica , fused silica , silica gel and colloidal silica ) and applications such as rubber , crop protection , paints & coatings , electronic components , food & beverage , animal feed , plastics , personal care & cosmetics , and other ( textile , paper , etc .). These segments have been analyzed based on present and future trends . Regional segmentation includes current and forecast demand for specialty silica in North America , Europe , Asia Pacific , Latin America , and Middle East & Africa .
The report provides the actual market size of specialty silica for 2015 and estimated market size for 2016 with forecast for the next eight years . The global market size of specialty silica has been provided in terms of volume and revenue . Market volume has been defined in kilo tons , while market revenue is in US $ Mn . Market numbers have been estimated based on product type and key applications of specialty silica . Market size and forecast for numerous end-users have been provided in terms of global , regional , and country level markets .
Global Specialty Silica Market : Competitive Landscape
We conduct primary interviews on an ongoing basis with industry participants and commentators to validate data and analysis . These help validate and strengthen secondary research findings . These also help develop the analysis team ’ s expertise and market understanding .
The report comprises profiles of major companies operating in the global specialty silica market . The global specialty silica market is partially consolidated . Key players include Evonik Industries AG , Cabot Corporation , Wacker Chemie AG , PPG Industries , Inc ., Tokuyama Corporation , Huber Engineered Materials , Akzo Nobel N . V ., Solvay S . A . , and W . R . Grace & Co . Market players have been profiled in terms of attributes such as company overview , financial overview , business strategies , and recent developments .