Summary

Market Overview
The Global Synthetic Gypsum Market was valued at USD 4.67 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 6.88 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.52% during the forecast period. Synthetic gypsum is chemically identical to natural gypsum—calcium sulfate dihydrate—but is produced as a byproduct of industrial processes, most notably from flue gas desulfurization (FGD) in coal-fired power plants. Its utilization helps reduce reliance on mined gypsum and supports environmental sustainability by repurposing industrial waste. Various types, including FGD gypsum, phosphogypsum, and fluorogypsum, are used across diverse applications such as drywall manufacturing, cement production, agriculture, and construction materials. Its adoption is growing due to advantages like consistent quality, moisture resistance, and the potential to reduce environmental impacts in both manufacturing and end-use. As industries and governments push toward circular economy practices and sustainable construction, synthetic gypsum is emerging as a preferred alternative in several key sectors.
Key Market Drivers
Environmental Regulations and Sustainable Construction Practices
The synthetic gypsum market is significantly driven by stringent environmental regulations and the rising focus on sustainable construction. Regulatory efforts to control sulfur dioxide (SO₂) emissions from coal-fired power plants have led to the installation of flue-gas desulfurization systems, which in turn produce synthetic gypsum. Rather than being discarded as industrial waste, this gypsum is now repurposed as a valuable material in construction—particularly in wallboard, plaster, and cement production. The reuse of synthetic gypsum supports waste reduction goals and aligns with circular economy principles. Additionally, the adoption of green building certifications and sustainable procurement policies is increasing the demand for environmentally friendly alternatives to natural gypsum. The consistent composition and cost-effectiveness of synthetic gypsum make it a strong candidate in green construction practices, helping meet sustainability benchmarks without compromising performance.
Key Market Challenges
Regulatory and Environmental Concerns Related to Source Emissions
A major challenge to the synthetic gypsum market is its dependence on flue gas desulfurization systems in coal-fired power plants—facilities that are increasingly being phased out or scaled down in response to the global energy transition. As governments implement stricter environmental policies and encourage cleaner energy sources, the number of operational coal plants, and by extension, FGD systems, is declining. This poses a risk to the supply stability of synthetic gypsum. Additionally, concerns over contaminants such as heavy metals in synthetic gypsum—especially in agricultural and water-sensitive applications—are drawing regulatory scrutiny. These concerns may prompt stricter usage guidelines or require costly purification measures, adding to compliance and production costs for manufacturers.
Key Market Trends
Rising Demand for Sustainable Construction Materials
One of the leading trends influencing the synthetic gypsum market is the growing emphasis on sustainable and eco-conscious construction materials. As industries adopt circular economy practices, synthetic gypsum—being a recycled byproduct—has gained popularity for its environmental benefits. It reduces the need for natural gypsum mining, cuts down on industrial waste, and supports greener manufacturing processes. Builders and developers are increasingly integrating synthetic gypsum into drywall and cement applications to meet green building certifications like LEED and BREEAM. Moreover, its use contributes to energy efficiency and carbon reduction goals in construction, particularly in projects prioritizing resource conservation and lifecycle impact mitigation. This trend is further reinforced by the consistent quality and versatility of synthetic gypsum across a range of building materials.
Key Market Players
• USG Corporation
• National Gypsum Company
• Knauf Gips KG
• Saint-Gobain S.A.
• Eagle Materials Inc.
• LafargeHolcim Ltd.
• Georgia-Pacific LLC
• FEECO International, Inc.
• Synthetic Materials LLC
• Gyptech Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Report Scope:
In this report, the Global Synthetic Gypsum Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
• Synthetic Gypsum Market, By Product Type:
o Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) Gypsum
o Fluorogypsum
o Phosphogypsum
• Synthetic Gypsum Market, By Application:
o Drywall
o Cement
o Soil Amendments
• Synthetic Gypsum Market, By Region:
o North America
§ United States
§ Canada
§ Mexico
o Europe
§ France
§ United Kingdom
§ Italy
§ Germany
§ Spain
o Asia-Pacific
§ China
§ India
§ Japan
§ Australia
§ South Korea
o South America
§ Brazil
§ Argentina
§ Colombia
o Middle East & Africa
§ South Africa
§ Saudi Arabia
§ UAE
§ Kuwait
§ Turkey
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Synthetic Gypsum Market.
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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview
1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
1.2.1. Markets Covered
1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
1.3. Key Market Segmentations
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Formulation of the Scope
2.4. Assumptions and Limitations
2.5. Sources of Research
2.5.1. Secondary Research
2.5.2. Primary Research
2.6. Approach for the Market Study
2.6.1. The Bottom-Up Approach
2.6.2. The Top-Down Approach
2.7. Methodology Followed for Calculation of Market Size & Market Shares
2.8. Forecasting Methodology
2.8.1. Data Triangulation & Validation
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, and Trends
4. Voice of Customer
5. Global Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Product Type (Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) Gypsum, Fluorogypsum, Phosphogypsum)
5.2.2. By Application (Drywall, Cement, Soil Amendments)
5.2.3. By Region
5.3. By Company (2024)
5.4. Market Map
6. North America Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Product Type
6.2.2. By Application
6.2.3. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
6.3.1. United States Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.1.1.1. By Value
6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
6.3.1.2.2. By Application
6.3.2. Canada Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.2.1.1. By Value
6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
6.3.2.2.2. By Application
6.3.3. Mexico Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.3.1.1. By Value
6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
6.3.3.2.2. By Application
7. Europe Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Product Type
7.2.2. By Application
7.2.3. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
7.3.1. Germany Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.1.1.1. By Value
7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.1.2.2. By Application
7.3.2. United Kingdom Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.2.1.1. By Value
7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.2.2.2. By Application
7.3.3. Italy Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.3.1.1. By Value
7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.3.2.2. By Application
7.3.4. France Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.4.1.1. By Value
7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.4.2.2. By Application
7.3.5. Spain Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.5.1.1. By Value
7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
7.3.5.2.2. By Application
8. Asia-Pacific Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
8.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Product Type
8.2.2. By Application
8.2.3. By Country
8.3. Asia-Pacific: Country Analysis
8.3.1. China Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.1.1.1. By Value
8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.1.2.2. By Application
8.3.2. India Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.2.1.1. By Value
8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.2.2.2. By Application
8.3.3. Japan Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.3.1.1. By Value
8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.3.2.2. By Application
8.3.4. South Korea Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.4.1.1. By Value
8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.4.2.2. By Application
8.3.5. Australia Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.5.1.1. By Value
8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
8.3.5.2.2. By Application
9. South America Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
9.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.2.1. By Product Type
9.2.2. By Application
9.2.3. By Country
9.3. South America: Country Analysis
9.3.1. Brazil Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.1.1.1. By Value
9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
9.3.1.2.2. By Application
9.3.2. Argentina Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.2.1.1. By Value
9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
9.3.2.2.2. By Application
9.3.3. Colombia Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.3.1.1. By Value
9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
9.3.3.2.2. By Application
10. Middle East and Africa Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
10.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.2.1. By Product Type
10.2.2. By Application
10.2.3. By Country
10.3. Middle East and Africa: Country Analysis
10.3.1. South Africa Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.1.1.1. By Value
10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
10.3.1.2.2. By Application
10.3.2. Saudi Arabia Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.2.1.1. By Value
10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
10.3.2.2.2. By Application
10.3.3. UAE Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.3.1.1. By Value
10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
10.3.3.2.2. By Application
10.3.4. Kuwait Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
10.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.4.1.1. By Value
10.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
10.3.4.2.2. By Application
10.3.5. Turkey Synthetic Gypsum Market Outlook
10.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
10.3.5.1.1. By Value
10.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
10.3.5.2.2. By Application
11. Market Dynamics
11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges
12. Market Trends & Developments
12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments
13. Company Profiles
13.1. USG Corporation
13.1.1. Business Overview
13.1.2. Key Revenue and Financials
13.1.3. Recent Developments
13.1.4. Key Personnel/Key Contact Person
13.1.5. Key Product/Services Offered
13.2. National Gypsum Company
13.3. Knauf Gips KG
13.4. Saint-Gobain S.A.
13.5. Eagle Materials Inc.
13.6. LafargeHolcim Ltd.
13.7. Georgia-Pacific LLC
13.8. FEECO International, Inc.
13.9. Synthetic Materials LLC
13.10. Gyptech Systems Pvt. Ltd.
14. Strategic Recommendations
15. About Us & Disclaimer