Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide Market

Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide Market Outlook (2025 to 2035)

The global grinding grade black silicon carbide market was valued at USD 1,138 million in 2024 and has been forecasted to expand at a noteworthy CAGR of 4.3% to end up at USD 1,805 million by 2035.

The grinding grade black silicon carbide market is one of the most important market segments in the area of abrasive materials used mainly for grinding, cutting, and polishing due to its hardness, thermal conductivity, and chemical resistance. Its demand mainly comes from high-tech automotive, aerospace, electronics, and construction industries where precision machining is crucial and surface finishing has become a significant aspect.

The increasing demand for high-performance materials and the widespread manufacturing activities further strengthen its demand. The industrial portfolios are increasingly making black silicon carbide a mainstay because it is versatile in its abrasive applications, thereby making it essential for modern processes.

For example, on January 2025, SNAM Abrasives has launched, new high purity silicon carbide intended to address modern industrie's escalating demands. Such a product launching is part of a wider scheme to strengthen market position and the specific needs of various sectors that encompass automotive and electronics. This product is likely to boost SNAM's competitive strength in the market.

Report Attributes	Details
Global Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide Market Size (2024A)	USD 1,138 Million
Estimated Market Value (2025E)	USD 1,184.9 Million
Expected Market Value (2035F)	USD 1,805 Million
Global Market Growth Rate (2025 to 2035)	4.3% CAGR
North America Market Share (2025)	36.7%
U.S. Market Growth Rate (2025 to 2035)	3.8% CAGR
Key Companies Profiled	CUMI (Carborundum Universal Limited); Entegris, Inc.; ESK-SIC GmbH (part of ESK Ceramics); Fujimi Corporation; Grindwell Norton Ltd.; Imerys Fused Minerals; Navarro SiC; Pacific Rundum Co., Ltd.; Sicheng Abrasives; Washington Mills; Other key players.

Historic Analysis (2020 to 2024) and Future (2025 to 2035) Pathway Analysis for the Global Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide Market

The market for global grinding grade black silicon carbide grew at a growth rate of 4.3% from 2020 to 2024, and by the end of 2024, it was valued at USD 1,138 million. The stringent regulations related to grinding grade black silicon carbide is a major factor for the steady increase of the market during the forecasted period.

Historical Report Attributes	Details
Market Size (2020A)	USD 966 million
Market Size (2024A)	USD 1,138 million
Historical CAGR (2020 to 2024)	4.0%
Forecasted CAGR (2025 to 2035)	4.3%

• Short Term (2025 to 2028): One of the short-term market growth drivers is the growing demand for high-performance abrasives in the automotive industry. As manufacturers try to increase efficiency and reduce costs of production, the use of grinding grade black silicon carbide in automotive applications will increase. This is already reflected in the fact that companies are investing in advanced grinding technologies to achieve better surface finishes and longer tool life.
• Medium Term (2028 to 2032): Increase in sustainability and eco-friendly production will drive the medium-term market for grinding grade black silicon carbide. Industries are more adopting sustainable practices, thus causing a demand for abrasives that have low environmental impact, such as sustainable products that come out by using black silicon carbide alone that is long-lasting and less energy consuming during its production process.
• Long Term (2032 to 2035): The long-term development of the market for grinding-grade black silicon carbide will be fueled by technological advances in the manufacturing sector along with greater reliance on automation-based manufacturing. In terms of quality standards, there has been an enhancement in abrasiveness that would improve precision and yield efficiency, creating a new surge in the product demand from emerging sectors like the aerospace and electronic industries, that require very specific quality grades with respect to standards.

On the back of the aforementioned facts, the global grinding grade black silicon carbide market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2035, according to the Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider.

Market Dynamics

What are the Factors Propelling Global Sales of Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide?

“Rising Demand in Precision Engineering”

The biggest demand for grinding grade black silicon carbide comes from precision engineering. Their use in aerospace, automotive, and electronics naturally demands abrasives of high quality to get a consistent surface finish and dimensional accuracy.

Black silicon carbide's strength is characterized by consistent performance under high-stress conditions, hence one of the top preferences among manufacturers. With the growth and evolution of these industries, there is further need for more reliable grinding solutions, which will fuel the sales of black silicon carbide.

“Expansion of the Electronics and Semiconductor Industry”

One of the main growth factors for the electronics sector is the dependence on black silicon carbide for semiconductor wafer polishing and precision grinding. Advanced abrasive materials are needed to manufacture smaller, more efficient chips for consumer electronics, IoT devices, and AI applications. Its ability to provide high-precision finishes ensures that the material continues to be used in this sector.

What are the Challenges Encountered by Manufacturers of Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide?

“High Production Costs and Raw Material Volatility”

The production of black silicon carbide is expensive, mainly because the process is very energy-intensive, and raw materials such as petroleum coke and quartz sand are also expensive. Additionally, the variability in the prices of raw materials and energy tends to affect profitability. Also, existing stringent environmental regulations regarding silicon carbide production demand a significant amount of investment by manufacturers into sustainable practices.

Country-wise Insights

Why is Adoption of Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide High in the United States?

“Manufacturers requirement for high-performance abrasives for precision machining and surface finishing is expected to drive the market in United States (U.S.)”

The market in the United States is reached at USD 314.4 million in 2025 and is projected to expand at a CAGR of 3.8% through 2035.

The application of grinding grade black silicon carbide is very high in the U.S. due to the strong manufacturing base of the country and its focus on advanced technology-based businesses. In this country, there are a lot of industries, such as aerospace, automobile, and electronics-where high-performance abrasives are used for precision machining and surface finishing. Besides, the trend of automation and smart manufacturing has expanded within the United States also, and hence the applications for more efficient and durable grinding solutions also increased.

Why is China a Lucrative Market for Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide Manufacturers?

“Rapid industrialization and expanding manufacturing base make China a lucrative market for grinding grade black silicon carbide.”

The market in the China is estimated to reach USD 215.3 million in 2035 at a CAGR of 4.9%. This market is projected to generate a USD 82.2 million absolute opportunities from 2025 to 2035.

Industrialization and manufacturing base in China are rapidly growing, making it a very promising market for grinding grade black silicon carbide manufacturers. The country hosts some of the globe's leading manufacturing industries, such as automotive, electronics, and construction, all of which require high-quality abrasives for production processes. Also, China's efforts to build an advanced manufacturing and innovative society have incited the need for efficient grinding solutions.

Category-wise Insights

What are the advantages of using High-Purity Grade Black Silicon Carbide Over Standard Grade?

“High-Purity Grade black silicon carbide offers superior performance compared to Standard Grade due to its enhanced purity levels.”

Demand for accelerator-based sources are projected to increase at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2025 to 2035. Black Silicon Carbide High Purity Grade is known to perform superior compared to Standard Grade, mainly due to the better purity levels attained that lead to better hardness and thermal conductivity.

Such high grades are especially apt for applications with very high accuracy and durability like in aerospace, electronics, and others. There is also improved surface finish, thereby extended tool life in High-Purity Grade that has fewer impurities, so it is generally more popular for manufacturers looking at improving their process of production.

Competitive Landscape

Key players in the grinding grade black silicon carbide market are CUMI (Carborundum Universal Limited), Entegris, Inc., ESK-SIC GmbH (part of ESK Ceramics), Fujimi Corporation, Grindwell Norton Ltd., Imerys Fused Minerals, Navarro SiC, Pacific Rundum Co., Ltd., Sicheng Abrasives, Washington Mills.

Companies devote a significant portion of their revenue to R&D to resolve problems and offer creative solutions to draw in new customers and stay competitive. Companies are developing customized offerings for issues that meet industry-specific needs to compete with other players.

• On March 2024, Wolfspeed announced that the company had topped out construction at its John Palmour Manufacturing Center for Silicon Carbide-a total investment of USD 5 billion. Spread over 445 acres, this is expected to hugely increase the company's production capability for 200mm (8-inch) silicon carbide wafers-an essential material for future semiconductors.

Fact.MR has provided detailed information about the price points of key manufacturers of grinding grade black silicon carbide positioned across regions, sales growth, production capacity, and speculative technological expansion, in the recently published report.

Segmentation of Grinding Grade Black Silicon Carbide Industry Research

• By Quality :

  • Standard Grade
  • High-Purity Grade
  • Refractory Grade

• By Form :

  • Loose Abrasive Grains
  • Bonded Abrasives Grains
  • Coated Abrasives Grains

• By Application :

  • Grinding Wheels
  • Cutting Tools
  • Lapping and Polishing
  • Abrasive Blasting

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Western Europe
  • Eastern Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia & Pacific
  • Middle East & Africa